Important Dates for March

Thu., March 5th	Lord Chaitanya’s Appearance Day Holy Name Gathering in Krishna Sharanam class @ 1:00 p.m. Early Dismissal for all classes at 2:00 p.m.
Fri., March 13th	2015-15 Re-Enrollment & New Student Applications Due In-School Financial Aid Applications Due Parent Volunteer Organization (PTO) Meeting @ 2:00 p.m.
Mon., March 16th	Bike Week Begins
Fri., March 20th	Grandparents Day (see class specific schedules)
Mon., March 23rd - 27th	Spring Holidays
Tue., March 31st	Family Community Meeting @ 6:00 p.m.

Prospective Family Open House Recap

Thank you to everyone who joined us (in person and online) for the Prospective Family Open House and Middle Years Programme Overview. It was great to get an opportunity to meet together and talk about the unique educational program Bhaktivedanta Academy offers from Pre-k through 10th grade.

Here are links to the presentations and handouts from the meeting:

• Prospective Family Overview Slides
• Prospective Family Overview Video [36:25]

• Introduction to Montessori
• Living Montessori Video [03:46]

• Krishna Sharanam Middle Years Programme Overview Video [42:27]

• IB Middle Years Programme Brochure
• IB Middle Years Programme Video [06:56]

If you did not get an opportunity to attend the meeting, please take a little time to review the videos and information linked above as they will give you a general idea of what was discussed.

It is important to submit your application by March 13th, if you have not already done so. One of the criteria we utilize in selecting students for admission is the date of application, so don't delay, as we have a limited number of spaces available this year. You may apply online at www.bhaktischool.org/admissions.

The financial aid programs we offer have their own deadlines that are independent of our admissions schedule and are often on a first come, first served basis. Please take a moment to review the aid programs listed on our website at www.bhaktischool.org/financial-aid.

We also require all applicants to visit the school and observe in the classroom that serves the grade your child will be entering. Please schedule your observation soon, as time slots tend to fill up quickly. You can schedule by calling 386-462-2886.

Again, thank you for your interest in Bhaktivedanta Academy. We look forward to getting to know you and your child more throughout the admissions process. Don't hesitate to call or email us if have any questions. We can be reached at office@bhaktischool.org or 386-462-2886.

February Lunch Menu and Order Form

Our February lunch order form is now online. Lunches are $4.50 each and come with a dessert and vegetable or salad. 

February Menu

Week of 2nd - 6th	Mon: Panang Curry Tofu Tue: Black Bean & Cheese Enchiladas Wed: Baked Ziti Thu: Falafel Sandwich Fri: Pizza
Week of 9th - 13th	Mon: Colombian Style Beans & Rice Tue: Burritos Wed: Macaroni and Cheese Thu: BBQ Gluten Sandwiches Fri: Pizza
Week of 16th - 20th	Mon: NO SCHOOL Tue: Taco Salad Wed: Stuffed Shells Thu: Hummus Wraps Fri: Pizza
Week of 23rd - 27th	Mon: Dhal, Basmati Rice & Parathas Tue: Tacos Wed: Spaghetti Thu: Baked Tofu Sandwiches Fri: Pizza

Go to www.bhaktivedantaacademy.org/lunch-order-form to order your child's lunch. Ordered meals will be charged to your TADS account. 

Business Lunches or To-Go Dinners Now Available!

You may now also order through our business lunch and to-go dinner program. Business lunches are delivered to locations at the Progress Center or can be picked-up from the ISKCON Alachua kitchen or after school (for a delicious dinner). Business or dinner to-go meals can be ordered at www.radhaskitchen.net/order

Important Dates for February

Sun., February 1st	Lord Nityananda’s Appearance Day Student Song (Bhakti, Audarya, and Madhurya Bhavan) at Temple @ 5:00 p.m. Japa Marathon Begins
Tue., February 3rd	Title I Parent Meeting and Game Night @ 6:00 p.m.
Fri., February 6th	Parent Volunteer Organization (PTO) Meeting @ 2:00 p.m.
Mon., February 16th	Holiday - Presidents’ Day
Wed., February 18th	Prospective Family Open House @ 6:00 p.m. Middle School/High School Information Night @ 6:30 p.m. 2014-15 Re-Enrollment Begins

A Mid-Winter Night's Family Event

Join us for a Bhaktivedanta Academy family community event. Refreshment will be served. All ages welcome.

Krishna Sharanam's Class presents....

A Mid-Winter Night's Family Event

The Bard & Bhajans Abound

Thursday, January 24th
6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Student Dramatic Presentations • Family Community Announcements • Student Musical Presentation