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Weather Watch: No Jan. 31 Activities

We are closely monitoring the next round of winter weather expected this weekend for our area. Based on the forecast and after consulting with local emergency teams, all extra-curricular activities for Saturday, Jan. 31, have been canceled.

Any decision concerning our Monday school schedule will be shared with families no later than Sunday evening through email/text messages, our websites, social media, and local media stations. If you are not receiving our direct messages, please check your contact information in the Parent Portal.

Thank you for your patience and understanding as we continue to navigate through our weather challenges.

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About Barrow Arts and Sciences Academy

Barrow Arts and Sciences Academy (BASA) opened as Barrow County School System's new high school in Fall 2020. As a school of choice, any student living in Barrow County is eligible to apply.

In this innovative high school, students pursue a learning experience that is just as unique as they are. They will be prepared with the knowledge and skills they need for their journey toward college and career, while developing quality relationships in a safe, supportive learning environment.

One of the many highlights of our school is our engaging pathways. Students who are highly motivated in specific areas may choose to enroll in our Visual Art and Design, Performing Arts, Life and Health Science, or STEM pathways. These specialized programs will empower students to take a deep dive in their academy's theme in both their academic and elective courses.

Students may also choose to pursue their diploma in our Innovation Academy. Students in this program will customize their program of study to consist of multiple pathways from BASA, Sims Academy, and Lanier Technical College. For example, a student interested in music business might take their academic and music courses at BASA, marketing classes at Sims Academy, and several business courses at Lanier Technical College.

We also recognize the benefits of early college and career experiences for students. BASA offers abundant opportunities for Advanced Placement (AP) and dual enrollment credits. In addition to Lanier Technical College, which is also located on our campus, we are in discussion with the University System of Georgia to offer additional college options on our campus. Finally, BASA prioritizes real-world learning experiences for students such as job shadowing, internships, and work-based learning.

 

Students in a classroom at Barrow Arts & Sciences Academy

MISSION

BASA will provide a learning community where everyone feels valued, empowered, safe, and supported. Students will explore their passions and interests through learning experiences designed to maximize engagement, achievement, and the cultivation of a culture that leads to success in and out of the classroom.

Purpose, Mission, & Vision

Action Steps

 

  • Articulate thoughts and ideas clearly using oral, written, and nonverbal skills in a variety of forms and contexts
  • Provide unique classroom experiences and offer a variety of clubs and extracurricular activities
  • Provide engaging learning experiences that are accessible and applicable to our diverse student body
  • Implement student goal setting and metacognition in classrooms
  • Identify barriers to teaching and learning, and align our support systems to address those barriers and promote healthy student development
  • Transcend traditional ideas, rules, patterns, and relationships to create new or meaningful ideas, methods, or interpretations

 

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