ACAP Testing begins this week! It's time for our #BartonExplorers to show what they know! Let's keep a little "Spring" in our step and give these next few weeks leading up to break our VERY BEST!
Reminder- Q3 report cards, registration info, and parent notices (if applicable) will be coming home with students MONDAY!
Barton Families-
We hope to see you Saturday at our PTO Build up Barton Fundraiser! Barton's PTO is critical to supporting the many opportunities afforded to our explorers.
If you haven't purchased your tickets, get them ASAP!! Read a message from PTO below: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/4th-annual-build-up-barton
🚨✨ ATTENTION BARTON PARENTS✨🚨
Build Up Barton is already going to be AMAZING… but we’ve added something extra just for YOU 👀
🍀 ATTENDEES ONLY EXCLUSIVE 🍀
We’re hosting a “must be present to win” drawing for current Barton parents… and trust us, you do NOT want to miss this!
🎉 Here’s what could be YOURS:
⭐ A VIP Parking Spot for the entire 2026–2027 school year — say goodbye to stressful drop-offs and pick-ups!
⭐ A VIP Spring Fling Package for your student, including:
• 4 Spring Fling passes
• A reserved VIP table
• Snacks
• Waitress service
This is just a glimpse of the excitement we have planned… 👏
Make sure you’re at Build Up Barton — because the only way
to win is to BE THERE!
Quarter FOUR begins TUESDAY! This week's "Charting the Course" is attached.
Monday:
Teacher Work Day (No School for Students)
Boys blue & Girls soccer Games vs. Grand Bay @Sage
Tuesday:
Extended Block (1st, 2nd, 3rd, 7th)
Fourth Quarter Begins!
Cheer “Go Green” Fundraiser - Green shirt and accessories with UNIFORM BOTTOMS - $5
MCPSS Career Fair
Track Meet @MGM
MS Scholars Bowl & Hi-Q Practice
Soccer Training
Wednesday:
Extended Block (4th, 5th, 6th, 8t)
8th Grade CS Cybersecurity Walking Field Trip
Barton Foundation Meeting
Track, Robotics, Hi-Q Practice after school
Boys Blue @Chickasaw Dotson Park; Girls Soccer @Davidson
Thursday:
District 7 Honor Band
Middle School Scholars Bowl vs Phillips @Barton
Barton Blue Soccer Game @Mobile Christian
Friday:
District 7 Honor Band
6th Grade Maritime Museum Field Trip
7th Grade Naturalization Ceremony
District 7 Honor Band Concert @Daphne High 6:30
PTO Message: Our Build up Barton circle is Pi Day–approved, and we’re counting on YOU to help us build big things.
Tickets are live — don’t be "irrational"… get yours today!
https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/4th-annual-build-up-barton?fbclid=IwY2xjawQiiG9leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEetvIJ5yj63lQfOggz-JzFLAsXpnE2wk1L75noaiZBnblSSa9IgV1eprrJKEk_aem_RJhy7wCgXE3NNUhb0nrk0w
End of Q3 Reminders:
Friday is a virtual day! Be sure your child logs on to verify ALL Q3 assignments are complete!
Monday is a Teacher Workday, and Q4 begins Tuesday!
PTO Shipwrecked Ball Information: 3/14
⚓️ Explorer Ball Drop-Off: All Hands on Deck!
☠️ Saturday night our Explorers will arrive at the Shipwrecked Explorer Ball at the Temple!
For drop-off & pick-up, please follow the route and the crew’s directions. Our volunteers will be there to guide you so explorers can safely disembark and begin their adventure.
For quick entry, please be sure your explorer has their QR ticket available. We will also have an attendee.
Thank you for helping us keep the waters smooth and the arrival/dismissal quick! ⚓️
‼️Note to Parents: ONLY registered volunteers will be allowed entry.
Last call to get your tickets before sales close at 6pm tomorrow! https://my.cheddarup.com/c/shipwrecked2026
The final week of Q3 is upon us, and March is FILLED with activities and events. Our PTO has been BUSY working on various special March events.
Be sure to purchase your tickets:
Barton BLUE Spirit Day (Student school day event on March 12th) - my.cheddarup.com/c/bartonblueday2026
Shipwrecked Student Dance (Saturday, March 14) - https://my.cheddarup.com/c/shipwrecked
2026
Build up Barton Adult fundraising event - Saturday, March 21st - https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/4th-annual-build-up-barton?fbclid=IwdGRjcAQajD1leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEePYEni5yy_Pm2C3Roti0Z5lMxVBxV0BHYGqGR8NP6GGwpFmObK5scrBhysbU_aem_j4p8lMaUd6_LnHa8JY7Ltg
Current Barton parents responsible for student registration, please take a moment to complete your child's "Intent to Return - Recommitment Form". One form must be completed for EVERY current Barton student. Accurate registration intentions are critical for appropriate documentation (if moving to a new school) and for proper school administrative planning for the upcoming school year. LINK TO REQUIRED FORM: BARTON Intent to Return - Recommitment Form
Deadline: Friday, March 13th
Hi Explorer Families,
We are MARCHing into the final two weeks of Q3! Check out this week's "Charting the Course" for the latest info #undertheBartonDome.
Barton Students Achieve National Recognition: 🌟
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Jayden Bonner, Oliver Clay, and Harper McCraw have been recognized as winners in the 2026 Distinguished Trailblazers in the Sciences Contest, sponsored by Michigan State University.
Jayden and Oliver secured third place in the Middle School Category, while Harper achieved third place in the High School Category. The award letter praised their submissions for being highly rated by judges in terms of creativity, originality, quality, and impact of their message regarding STEM. This achievement comes with a monetary prize for each student and admission to Michigan State's Physics of Atomic Nuclei (PAN) program for Harper as a high school
winner.
The students developed their winning submissions during Mrs. Nicholson's STEM Explorer Elective on Wednesday afternoons. This accomplishment highlights the benefits and added opportunities provided through our Explorer Electives.
Kudos to Mrs. Nicholson and these phenomenal students! #bartonexplorers #undertheBartondome
Time is running out to grab Barton swag in support of Barton Soccer! Purchase your Barton earrings and cap by Saturday! bartonsoccer.cheddarup.com
⚓🌊 Set Sail for the Shipwrecked Explorers Ball! 🌊⚓
The adventure is almost here — and it’s going to be a night packed with high-seas fun and unforgettable memories!
Your ticket includes:
⚓ A live DJ and Photo Booth from Epiphany Gulf Coast
🍽️ Delicious catered food
🥤 A Dirty Soda Bar with a souvenir commemorative cup
💃 A night of dancing, laughter, and shipwrecked celebration
🏴☠️ Dress to impress, gather your crew, and get ready to make waves on the dance floor.
This is one voyage you won’t want to miss! ⚓✨
https://my.cheddarup.com/c/shipwrecked2026
We hope everyone had a fantastic break! We look forward to welcoming our #BartonExplorers back to school Monday morning for the final THREE weeks of Q3 #undertheBartonDome!
Barton Families,
We value your input! School climate surveys and parental input are now tied to state legislation. The window has opened for the spring school climate survey. Please take a moment at your convenience to provide feedback that will assist us in improving our climate through parental involvement and communication. Thanks in advance for your input!
School Climate Survey for Families: https://eprovesurveys.advanc-ed.org/surveys/#/action/299844/39885/1/64394
We value your input! School climate surveys and parental input are now tied to state legislation. The window has opened for the spring school climate survey. Please take a moment at your convenience to provide feedback that will assist us in improving our climate through parental involvement and communication. Thanks in advance for your input!
School Climate Survey for Families: https://eprovesurveys.advanc-ed.org/surveys/#/action/299844/39885/1/64394
Our #BartonExplorers have one more action-packed week #undertheBartonDome prior to Mardi Gras break! Check out this week's "Charting the Course."
Happy February, #BartonExplorers! Here's this week's "Charting the Course", Be Mine Movie info https://my.cheddarup.com/c/tracknfieldmovie/items, and February lunch menu! Bundle up for another exciting week #undertheBartonDome!
Parades begin rolling in Downtown Mobile Friday, January 30th! Barton Academy's location is "Mardi Gras central". This provides unique and special opportunities for our #BartonExplorers. Due to the uniqueness of our amazing location, please review our Mardi Gras reminders!
*Explorer Extended Care closes early on parade days. We would like all employees and Barton families away from campus by 5:00 p.m. Streets close early on parade days, so parking and travel can become complicated. Set up usually begins by 4:30, so please keep this in mind.
*Conti is a major staging area for emergency vehicles.
*Watch for NO PARKING 2 HOURS BEFORE PARADE signs. There are many located around Barton. Parking there could result in ticketing or towing.
*Car and pedestrian traffic increases during Mardi Gras season. Please exercise caution.
*The importance of following carline procedures becomes even more critical due to extra traffic in the area. Arrive no SOONER than 7:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. for carline so streets do not become needlessly congested. Please stay RIGHT on Michael and LEFT on Cedar leaving enough room for downtown traffic to pass.
*The parking lot across from Barton is for Barton "parker pass" tag holders ONLY. We are currently sharing the lot with Mobile Police, so please be cautious driving in and out of the lot.
*The parking lot across Government from Barton will have select opportunities for "paid parking" during some Mardi Gras parades. Follow Barton Academy PTO on social media for details.
*Our PTO Barton BOOM BOOM is scheduled for Thursday, February 12th! Check social media for details!
Happy Mardi Gras, y'all!
~Dr. Jones
Bundle up for cold weather and come to school ready to learn! Here's a look at this week's "Charting the Course" #undertheBartonDome!
Barton Families & Community,
This week's "Charting the Course" is attached for reference, as well as the invitation for Thursday's "Barton Battleship Bash"! This is a school-wide event. Our building will close during celebration hours. Please be sure we receive a returned field trip form for EVERY STUDENT who plans to attend school on January 22nd.
Thursday is also "class picture day". Be sure students are in their correct uniform bottoms (belts included for those wearing belt loop uniform pants) and solid black shoes, socks, (and/or tights). Thanks to Barton PTO, EVERY STUDENT will receive a "100" celebration t-shirt. They will be provided Thursday morning and worn for pictures and the event.
Students will arrive on-site between 9:30-10:30 (busing from Barton to the Battleship). Parents and community members are asked to be on-site by 11:00. Our "celebration ceremony" will begin at 11:00, followed by picnic lunch on the grounds at 11:30. We are working to schedule one or two food trucks that will be on-site for the event for those who wish to purchase food. Parents are also welcome to bring a picnic lunch, and the school will have student bagged lunches available for students who prefer the cafeteria meal. Sign out sheets will be onsite for those who wish to take their student for an early dismissal from the Battleship after the event. Bookbags are NOT NEEDED Thursday. Students are responsible for any personal items they choose to bring. Leave valuables at home.
We are expecting this to be a unique and exciting celebration for our students and community! Barton 2025 freshmen (current sophomores) are also invited, and a school excuse will be provided to those former students who plan to attend. Sophomores should wear their current school uniform or a previous Barton shirt with uniform bottoms.
Please remember, if you choose to attend the event, Battleship parking is $5 so please plan accordingly. We hope to see you there as we CELEBRATE 100!
Dr. Jones
Barton families are invited to "Celebrate 100" with your Barton Explorer next Thursday, January 22nd at Battleship Park! Bring your favorite meal and picnic on the grounds 11-1! Parking at the Battleship costs $5, so keep that in mind if you join us. We can't wait to celebrate our perfect score of 100 on the 100th Day of School!
Barton Explorers: MARK YOUR CALENDARS!
