Star-Spangled Banner by the Rules

State Senator Vaneta Becker of Indiana has introduced a proposal to put government restrictions on the singing of the national anthem at school events. Bill 122 would require the Indiana Department of Education to develop standards for what is “acceptable” in the performance of the anthem. State schools would have to enter contracts with anyone who sings the anthem at a public, school-sponsored event. Schools would be required to record the performances and singers who deviate from appropriate words and music could be fined $25.

I'm sure Midland's choir would pass with flying colors! As a parent once remarked, "If the Midland choir had sung the National Anthem, it would have been sung accurately, respectfully, and beautifully."

Fruit Delivery on Thursday

Our February fruit delivery is scheduled for Thursday morning. We will be ready for pick up at the school at 11:00 am until 5:00 pm on Thursday the 23rd and Friday during school hours, 8:00 am until 2:00 pm. Please try to pick up your fruit during one of these times or call the school to make arrangements at 913-268-7400.

At the hospital I will have someone in the hallway from 11:30 am until 4:00 pm for pick up on Thursday. After that time the fruit will have your name on it with an envelope to send in your payment but it will be self serve getting it to your car.

Thank you. See you Thursday.
Pam DeCamp

Week of Health

Midland's annual Week of Health takes place this week from February 20-24. Sponsored by the Home and School Committee, there are a number of events in the works. Several presenters will be coming to the school to help our elementary students learn about good health and safety. Other activities include a poster contest, JUMP Rope for Heart, Dodgeball for Heart, and a swimming party.

This letter contains full information on this exciting and informative week.

MAUC Basketball Tournament

In the first round of double-elimation games, the Mustangs guys advanced to the semi-finals with a hard-fought victory over hometown College View. The Mustangs pulled out the victory when a desparation three-pointer for College View fell short at the buzzer, preserving a 31-29 win for the boys in red.

Although the game ended around 11:30 pm, the Mustangs played Sunnydale on Sunday morning at 8:45 am, (nice scheduling, that) for a chance at the championship game on Sunday afternoon. Sad to say the Spartans claimed a 46-38 victory, ending Midland's season. The Lady Mustangs also played tough, but finished their season with a 21-15 loss to the Maplewood Huskies in the first round.

First-team awards for their tournament play went to Jewel Janke, Brett Trana, and Matt Atkinson, while second-team awards were given out to Sarai Rodriguez, Alisha Whitson, and Tanner Finnegan.You can refer to our dedicated page during tournament for the latest scores, game updates, and other info.

This year's tournament, hosted by Union College, features eight men's and eight women's teams from the states of Colorado, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, and Wisconsin. The round-robin tournament Wednesday through Friday determined the initial seeds (guys were 2nd in their bracket, girls were 3rd). The single-elimination tournament on Saturday night and Sunday resulted in Mile High taking home the men's title, and hometown College View scoring the women's trophy.

One Million Dollar Matching Campaign

Midland's Foundation has recently secured a $1 million matching commitment to launch a potential endowment campaign. For every dollar MAAF raises on its own for an endowment campaign, it will receive a matching dollar, up to $1 million. As a result, Midland Adventist Academy and the Midland Adventist Academy Foundation need your input.

MAA and MAAF leaders are exploring how best to maximize these developments. Before they make any major decisions, they would like to hear from you. They have commissioned a feasibility study to 1) capture your input, 2) assess interest in MAAF and its goals, and 3) determine levels of financial support for a potential endowment campaign.

If you haven't taken the opportunity yet, please go to our Feasability Study page to complete a short survey. This survey is designed to capture information about our knowledge and opinions of Midland. and how the school should best approach this fund raising opportunity. This is not a survey that is asking for a donation, and your input is helpful even if you don't know Midland Academy well. Would you please take 10 minutes to complete this confidential survey?

Your open and honest opinion is very important to us in this process. All feedback will be kept confidential. Please participate! In addition to our gratitude, participants over the age of 25 will receive a gift certificate for a homemade lunch at Midland Adventist Academy.

MAA Senior Benefit

Y’all ayre n’vited to ‘n evenin’ of Hillbilly vittles and n’ intertainen’ play called “Great Smokies” starrin’ the senyer class of 201312. If God’s willin’ and the creek don’t rise the fun will be startin’ purt neer round 7:00 pm on March 3 at Midland Adventist Academy.

The pricen’ fer the tickets ayre:

• $15.00 fer younguns 14-114
• $12.00 fer 13 yeers and yunger
• $25.00 fer couples (not includin’ yer dawg)

Mek sur and save sum room  'n yer belly for the "Pie Aukshun", feeturin' famous Kuln'ary talents from some hometown folks. So warsh behind yer ears, and wipe the sleep outer yer peepers and dress in yer finest hillbilly duds. See ya thar!

Kindergarten Roundup

Will you be 5 years old on or before August 31, 2012? If so, Midland Adventist Academy wants to invite you to swing on by for Kindergarten Roundup Day on Sunday, March 25, at 10:30 am (we’ll be finished by noon).

So saddle up and ride on over for a foot-stompin' good time. We'll see you there, lil' buckeroos! And get a wiggle on! (hurry up)

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