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    Announcements for Tuesday March 3rd, 2026 Tennis vs Hillcrest today at 3:00. Baseball vs Stringer at Stringe [ ... ]

    Announcements for Tuesday March 3rd, 2026

    Tennis vs Hillcrest today at 3:00.

    Baseball vs Stringer at Stringer today at 5:00 and 7:00.

    Chapel tomorrow, 9:30 elementary and 10:00 JR high and high school.

    Track at Canton tomorrow.

    Respiratory therapist and pregnancy education speaker to speak to Human A& P class on Thursday at 9:54.

    Jones college presentation for Juniors on Thursday at 10:00 A.M.

    Tennis vs Laurel Knight Hawks at 4:00 on Thursday at Laurel Sportsplex.

    K5 graduation gown information due on Friday.

    Beauty pageant on Saturday, Pictures start at 1:30, K3 through 6th grades pageant at 3:00, 7th through 12th grades at 6:00.

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  • JH/HS Football Parent Meeting
    Dear Parents, I hope this letter finds you well. I know this is a busy time of year for everyone. I am looking forwar [ ... ]

    Dear Parents,

    I hope this letter finds you well. I know this is a busy time of year for everyone. I am looking forward to the opportunity to lead the Sylva-Bay football program.

    I would like to meet with all Sylva-Bay Junior High and High School football parents to discuss the upcoming 2026 football season and our summer workout schedule. This will also give me an opportunity to meet some of the parents I have not yet met.

    The meeting will be held on Monday, March 9, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in the school cafeteria. I look forward to seeing you there.

    Thank you,

    Coaches
    Sam McDonald
    Tony Ainsworth

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  • Read Across America Week (K3-6th)
    K3 - 6th grades will celebrate Dr. Seuss’ birthday and Read Across America Week next week. (March 2 - March 6) P [ ... ]

    K3 - 6th grades will celebrate Dr. Seuss’ birthday and Read Across America Week next week. (March 2 - March 6) Please join in on the fun!
    Please adhere to SBA dress code for all dress-up days.

    Monday: Wear your favorite hat!
    Tuesday: Wear bright or neon colors!
    Wednesday: Wear your clothes mismatched or inside out!
    Thursday: Wear crazy, funky, silly socks!
    Friday: Dress as your favorite book character. Bring the book with you. We will have a Character Parade down the hall at 9:30.

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  • Cheer (Mini/Saintsation/PW) + PW Football Links
    2026-27 Cheer (Mini/Saintsaionts/Peewee) + Peewee football sign up links have been emailed. Please complete as applicabl [ ... ]

    2026-27 Cheer (Mini/Saintsaionts/Peewee) + Peewee football sign up links have been emailed. Please complete as applicable!

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  • Pre-Registration is OPEN!
    February 2, 2026 Dear Patrons of SBA, Pre-registration for the 2026–2027 school year is now open a [ ... ]

    February 2, 2026

    Dear Patrons of SBA,

    Pre-registration for the 2026–2027 school year is now open and will continue through May 2, 2026. During this pre-registration period only, the registration fee is $211.00 per re-enrolling family. After May 2, the fee will increase to $422.00.

    To take advantage of this reduced rate, all accounts must be current at the time of pre-registration. Additionally, all patrons must complete and submit the online enrollment packet and online payment to be considered registered for the upcoming school year.

    To enroll, please log in at www.factsmgt.com > Apply/Enroll or through the Sylva-Bay Academy App > Enroll. FACTS will also send a reminder email to assist you with this process.

    Please note that elementary classes have maximum enrollment limits, and space in some junior high and high school classes is also limited. Pre-registration allows current students the opportunity to secure enrollment before registration opens to new families. It also helps the Board of Directors and Administration establish accurate enrollment numbers needed for budgeting and staffing decisions for the coming year.

    We would also like to remind families that annual tuition is spread over a 10-month period (August–May) and must be paid in full by the following dates:

    • Senior accounts (including May’s final payment): April 23, 2027

    • All other grades (K3–11th): May 3, 2027

    Students will not be permitted to take Final Exams unless all accounts are paid in full, including tuition, cafeteria, after-school care, raffle tickets, curriculum, library fees, and any other charges. Students who are exempt from exams will not be considered exempt unless all fees are paid.

    All payments for the 2026–2027 school year will be processed through the FACTS system. Online payments are the mandatory payment option for the upcoming year, and ACH draft is available for your convenience. Please review your FACTS payment plan carefully. Families may choose between Automatic Payments (scheduled drafts) or Invoice (log in and pay at your convenience).

    For families who wish to lock in this year’s rates and pay all fees in full, we will accept cash or check for that purpose. If you are interested in this option, please contact me and I will be happy to provide your total amount due.

    Thank you for your continued support of Sylva-Bay Academy.

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  • Learner's Permit Information
    LEARNER'S PERMIT INFORMATION: To be eligible, student must be at least 15 years old and able to provide proof of bein [ ... ]

    LEARNER'S PERMIT INFORMATION:

    To be eligible, student must be at least 15 years old and able to provide proof of being enrolled in school.

    Must provide the following (No Photocopies Accepted):

    • A completed Application with notarized signatures of both parents or guardians. If parents are divorced, parent with custody must sign. Use black ink on all forms. (attached)
    • A social security card or official government correspondence displaying full 9 digits.
    • A certified Birth Certificate. Must be an original or certified copy (No Photocopies Accepted), have a raised seal, and be issued by the Bureau of Vital Statistics or State Board of Health.
    • If under 18 years of age, you must show proof that you are in school by presenting a signed and notarized Certification Of School Attendance form obtained from the school that you are attending. (Note: This form is not valid if over 30 days old.) See Dina for School Attendance form.
    • 2 proofs of Mississippi residency in your parent or legal guardian's name if you're younger than 21 years old.
    • Some offices only accept cash as payment. Call ahead to verify.

    NOTE:

    You must pass the written examination. You must meet the required physical conditions of the eye examination.

    This information is also listed under FACTS Announcements for your convenience.

    Good luck!

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  • Senior Ads + Additional Items
    Ad reservations and payments are due by Wednesday, March 11. Also due are: baby picture, causal picture and favorite qu [ ... ]

    Ad reservations and payments are due by Wednesday, March 11.
    Also due are: baby picture, causal picture and favorite quote.

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  • MS. Scholars Curriculum Information
    Please note that ACT super scores are NOT accepted.  Students may also begin to earn community service and/or volunteer [ ... ]

    Please note that ACT super scores are NOT accepted.  Students may also begin to earn community service and/or volunteer hours beginning May 15th of their 8th grade year.  

    ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS

    4 credits must consist of:

    • English I (1)
    • English II (1)
    • Two additional English credits above English II and approved for admission to IHL

    MATHEMATICS

    4 credits must consist of:

    • Algebra I (1)
    • Geometry (1)
    • Algebra II (1)
    • And one Carnegie Unit of comparable rigor and content may come from Mathematics courses approved for Mississippi Scholars Credit

    SCIENCE

    4 credits must consist of:

    • Biology I (1)
    • Chemistry (1)
    • Any 2 Carnegie Units of comparable rigor and content above Biology I and Chemistry (Physics [1] preferred). Additionally, 1 Carnegie unit may come from a Career Technical Education course.

    SOCIAL STUDIES

    4 credits must consist of:

    • World Geography (1/2)
    • Mississippi Studies (1/2)
    • World History Studies (1)
    • U.S. History (1)
    • U.S. Government (1/2)
    • Economics (1/2)

    ARTS

    1 credit of:

    • One Carnegie Unit of visual and performing arts meeting the requirements for high school graduation or
    • Two units for completion of the 2-course sequence Computer Graphics Technology I & II

    ADVANCED ELECTIVES

    2 credits must consist of:

    • Two Foreign Languages or a 5th Math or 5th Science of higher rigor
    • Any 2 dual credit courses

    ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

    • 80 hours of community or volunteer service during high school for seniors graduating in 2022 and later
    • Minimum of 19 ACT Composite Score (Overall Score) for seniors graduating in 2022 and later
    • 2.5 cumulative high school GPA on a 4.0 scale
    • Three letters of recommendation (one from each of the following — principal, guidance counselor and business/community leader for students with more than 4 in-school suspensions)
    • 95% school attendance during 4 years of high school
    • No out-of-school suspension
     

     

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Pre-Registration