​​​​​​9/16 - All students are expected to have clear or mesh backpacks (refer to the backpack policy below the calendar dates).

9/16 - 45 Minute Advisement - Seniors will meet in the cafeteria. 9-11  grade students will meet in the auditorium.​

9/18 - School tour - Sign Up Here!

9/19 - Thursday - Jazz Band Concert from 7-9pm​​

9/20 - Friday - Senior Breakfast from 7:40am - 9:15am (Seniors will miss 1st block)

9/24 - Tuesday - Volleyball JV & J (Away) 4pm

9/25 - Wednesday - Concert Band Concert from 7-9pm

9/26 - Yearbook Picture Make-up Day​

9/27 - Friday - Student Council Assembly in the auditorium from 2:00 - 2:40pm.

9/27 - Friday - Tutus for Tatas bake sale in the front lobby immediately after school

9/30 - Beta Club Induction Ceremony in the Performance hall from 2:40 - 3:30​

10/1 - Tuesday - Choir Concert from 7-9pm

10/1 - Volleyball V (away)

10/2 - 15 Minute Advisement - PSAT prep

10/2 - School Tour - Sign Up Here!

10/3 - Thursday - SLP Field trip from 8:30am - 2pm

10/3 - flag football (away)

10/3 - Thursday - Orchestra Concert from 7-9pm

10/7 - Swim tryouts from 5:30 - 6:30pm at the Chatham County Aquatic Center (7240 Sallie Mood Dr.)​

10/8 - NHS Parent Meeting - 4pm- 7pm in the performance hall

10/9 - Wednesday - Cap & Gown meeting with Herff Jones from 7:45am - 8:15am

10/10 - NHS Student Application Workshop 3pm - 4pm in the performance hall

10/23  - Senior SAT School Day (pay on School Cash Online by 9/16/24)

10/30 - School Tour - Sign Up Here!​

11/4 - Thursday - SLP Field trip from 8:30am - 2pm

11/7 - 45 Minute Advisement - Bridge Bill

11/13 - School Tour - Sign Up Here!

11/20 - Financial Aid Night at 5:30pm in the cafeteria

11/22 - Friday - Senior Cookout from 11:00am - 1:00pm (Seniors will miss 3rd block)

12/18 - School Tour - Sign Up Here!

1/15 - School Tour - Sign UP Here!​

1/16 - Thursday - SLP Field trip from 8:30am - 2pm

1/23 - 45 Minute Advisement - Course Registration/Scheduling

2/5 - 30 Minute Advisement - No Place for Hate

2/20 - Thursday - SLP Field trip from 8:30am - 2pm

3/5 - 30 Minute Advisement - GMAS Computer Readiness/ Bridge Bill

3/20 - Thursday - SLP Field trip from 8:30am - 2pm

4/8 - Tuesday - Cap & Gown Distribution during both lunches

4/9 - 30 Minute Advisement - GMAS/ AP Communication

4/10 - Thursday - SLP Field trip from 8:30am - 2pm​​

Carnation Grams:

Backpack Policy

Parents, guardians, & students:

In an effort to maintain the safety and security of our students, beginning Monday (9/16/2024), all students will be expected to use clear or mesh bookbags/backpacks while on campus. Any bag needed for after school events, which is not mesh or clear plastic, must be checked at the beginning of the day and left with the student's teacher or with the student's coach during the school day. This requirement is part of our ongoing commitment to create a safe environment for learning.  Clear or mesh bags will allow for better visibility of items being brought into school, ensuring that ​we can quickly address any safety concerns.  

School searches will continue to be conducted as students arrive. Students are required to enter the building through the front entrance and students will continue to go through the metal detectors upon arrival. Please ensure that students arrive to school in a timely manner to allow time for students to be screened and arrive to class on time.  We understand that this may require an adjustment, and we appreciate your support and cooperation. 

***The SCCPSS policy regarding backpacks can be found in the Student Code of Conduct, which goes to each student at the beginning of the school year. It is also on the Families tab of the SCCPSS website under the "Student Dress Code - Policy JCDB-R" section*** 

Attention Freshmen Parents:

Beginning September 1st, you will be able to purchase The Freshman Experience Club packet for $45 on School Cash Online.

The $45 covers the cost of the PSAT exam, the freshman t-shirt, and the Freshmen celebrations and events.

Attention Juniors:

Turn in your immunization records to room 222. Meningitis booster is due after your 16th birthday.

Contact Nurse Katie Gosden with any questions (katherine.gosden@sccpss.com)

Bell Schedules:

Regular Bell Schedule.pdf

15 Minute Advisement Schedule.pdf

30 Minute Advisement Schedule.pdf

45 Minute Advisement Schedule.pdf

Advisement Dates:

• 9/16/24 - 45 Minutes - Seniors will be in Cafeteria for meeting with Fortson and Cooper for Bridge (*All others in grade 9-11 will be in the auditorium for Cyber Safety from the DA's office).
• 10/2/24 - 15 Minutes - PSAT prep
• 11/7/24 - 45 Minute - Bridge Bill
• 1/23/25 - 45 Minutes - Course Registration/Scheduling
• 2/5/25 - 30 Minutes - No Place for Hate
  
• 3/5/25 - 30 Minutes - GMAS Computer Readiness/ Bridge Bill
• 4/9/25 - 30 Minutes - GMAS/ AP Communication

AB Calendar:

A B Calendar 2024 2025.pdf

Submit Attendance Excuses in ​Power School Parent Portal:

Attendance Excuses now online.pdf
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SAA Counselor Newsletter:

https://secure.smore.com/n/q842h-counseling-news

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SAA Volleyball Schedule:

Cross Country Schedule.pdf

School Issued Chromebooks:

If a student needs a device, he/she needs to visit the media center during school hours. The Family Protection Plan (FPP), Chromebook insurance, is available via School Cash Online​. FPP is $25, and fully covers damage or loss of the device and charging cord. FPP is optional but encouraged.

Students are NOT required to use a school device, but may check one out at any time throughout the school year if needed. If a parent specifically wishes for their child to be unable to check out a school device, please email hollis.peck@sccpss.com​.

School Uniforms:

SAA School Uniforms.pdf

Cell Phone Policy:

Cell phone Policy Savannah Arts Academy (1).pdf

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*****If you are attending an SAA and/or SCCPSS event, please review the SCCPSS Event Security Procedures & Clear Bag Policy linked here!*****

Attention 11th Graders:

Attention juniors! The meningitis immunization is required on or after your 16th birthday. An up to date immunization record will be required in order to remain enrolled during the 2024/2025 school year.

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​ ​If you plan to attend an SAA event or game, please be sure to adhere to the following ​SCCPSS security procedures:   SCCPSS CLEAR BAG POLICY AND SECURITY SCREENING In the interest of public safety, SCCPSS will implement the Clear Bag Policy (shown above) and Security Screening. SECURITY SCREENING CHECKPOINT All Persons and Packages Are Subject To Search Upon Entry Failure to consent or submit to inspection will result in denial of entry. NOTICE Guests will be able to carry the following style and size bag, package or container into the venue: Bags that are clear plastic, vinyl or PVC and do not exceed 12" x 6" x 12" One-gallon clear plastic freezer bag (Ziploc bag or similar) Small clutch bags, approximately the size of a hand, with or without a handle or strap can be taken into the venue with one of the clear plastic bags **An exception will be made for medically necessary items after proper inspection*** Prohibited bags include but are not limited to: purses larger than a clutch bag, briefcases, backpacks, fanny packs, cinch bags, luggage of any kind, non-approved seat cushions or seatbacks, computer bags, diaper bags, binocular cases, and camera bags. *Non-approved seat cushions and seatbacks include large traditional seat cushions that have pockets, zippers, compartments, or covers. Seat cushions and seatbacks must be 16" or less in width with no armrests.​

Reminders from school nurse:

Please notify Nurse Katie of any medical issues that may affect your student during the school year. Have your medical provider complete your asthma action plan, food allergy action plan, and/or seizure action plan for the school nurse if applicable. 

Students are not permitted to carry medications. Medications may not administered to your student without an authorization form. Over the counter medications are not kept in stock for students. Medications must be dropped off with the school nurse by a caregiver with a signed authorization form. Follow the canva link for access to medical forms and resources. 

https://www.canva.com/design/DAGMYSeOjXw/Vi31yDml7LGNyXjTds0-Lw/view?utm_content=DAGMYSeOjXw&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link&utm_source=editor​

​News From Nurse Katie: SCCPSS has implemented new covid guidelines for staff and students. There is no longer a mandatory 5 day isolation period for covid related illness. This is consistent with the latest CDC guidelines. As with any illness, the individual should remain home until symptoms have improved and they are no longer having fever for at least 24 hours without the use of fever reducing medication.  Here is the new SCCPSS Respiratory Virus Guidance for Employees and Students sheet: SCCPSS NEW Respiratory Virus CHART 2024.pdf

Drop-off, Pick-up, & Dismissal Procedures

See full procedures at this link

• Drop-off is only in the front of the school (Washington Street).
• Drop-off and Pick-up in the student parking lot is not permitted.
• There is no parking from 7:00-7:40am or from 2:14-3:00pm on Washington St from the corner of West Atlantic to the end of the drop off zone in front of the school.
• During dismissal, students may exit through the side and back doors and students may be picked up from the bus ramp for afternoon pickup.
• If a student leaves school early, they must sign out in the front office and exit through the front doors.
• During dismissal, it is expected that students are picked up by 2:40 PM: however, if a parent is running late, the student must wait in the front. By 3:15 PM, any remaining students who have not been picked up should be in the front of the building on Washington Avenue, and parents must pick up students from Washington Ave.​

​Dress Code & Uniforms Link: https://spwww.sccpss.com/schools/saa/Pages/School-Uniforms.aspx ​ ​​​ Admissions Website Link​

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