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Ada Connection – 01.05.21

A Note From The Principal

A Note From The Principal

Happy New Year

This dates me a bit, but I was sharing with someone about how the world was going to end when the calendar turned from December 31, 1999, to January 1, 2000. Does anyone else remember those discussions?

Everyone was convinced that technology as we knew it would glitch out somehow and we would be left in mass confusion.

Now we have turned the calendar to the year 2022!

The main constant through it all has been and will continue to be God’s faithfulness. He knew our past. He knows our present. He plans for our future!  The famous text, Jeremiah 29:11 assures us of that.

So no matter what this year brings, trust in the promises of God for all of it. 

Happy New Year to all of you!

This Week

"Faith. Strong." Friday

It's that time again. All students, staff and parents are encouraged to wear their ACS gear to school this week Friday, Jan 05.

MENistry

When: Friday’s at 8:00am
Where: Brody’s BE Café
What: Man in the Mirror book review
Who: ACS dads
Why: To be in community with other fathers of ACS students and grow deeper in Christ.

Questions? Contact Andy Anderson via text/call, 616-325-6116

Moms In Prayer

Hello ACS Moms — Some groups have a Christmas fellowship time, but we mix it up by having a New Year’s fellowship time to reflect on the first half of this school year and look forward to the brand new year with all its challenges and hope. We also want to welcome those who couldn’t join us for the first half of the year! It’s a second chance to see what we’re all about now that the busy-ness of school has become (somewhat) routine. 

So join us for a sweet time of New Year’s fellowship, coffee/tea/hot chocolate this Thursday, Jan 06, 8:00-9:00am in the main office.

If you have any questions, please feel free to call or text me!

Kelly Stafford, 616.304.2963

Now You Know

Preschool Registration

Preschool registration for 2022-2023 begins next week, Jan 11. Attached you will find class offerings, tuition information , and more for the 2022-2023 school year. Preference will be given to current ACS families through Jan 25. 

Please note that kindergarten enrollment will take place in late March. If you wish to add your child's name to this list please email Kimmie Brander,

Thank you also for sharing ACS with your friends and family. We have heard from so many already for tours and more information. 

If you have any questions please contact Jennifer Gormley, Preschool Director, at 616.676.0254

Hot Lunch News

This school year our school lunch program has been providing a free morning snack each day for students. Beginning Monday, Jan 10 students will need to bring their own morning snack each day. Friday, Jan 07 will be the last day our lunch program provides snacks. 

Lunch Heroes Wanted

Need a change of scenery during these cold Michigan winters? Come work in the kitchen. We offer 2-5 day per week position as prep/ servers. Hours vary from 3-5hrs per day. No experience needed;  must have a heart to serve and big smiles for our students. Fast paced work, on your feet most of the time. School calendar, breaks and summers off, paid holidays and free lunch! Be a part of a great team!  Please email  your interest, work availability and phone number.  

January Menu

The Jan Hot Lunch Menu . Take a look and plan with your kids!

You're Invited: ACS S.E.E.D. Market - Fri, Jan 28

What? The Ada Christian S.E.E.D. Market
When? Friday, Jan 28 from 2:00-4:00pm
Where? Ada Christian North Gym 
Who? Parents, students, and anyone in the community
Bring? Money to purchase bracelets, slime, stress balls, home decor, baked goods, jolly pops, and much more!

S.E.E.D. stands for: Service, Entrepreneurship, Education and Design. 

The 5th and 6th graders have spent time learning about the needs of others in our local and global community. The SEED market offers 5th & 6th graders at Ada Christian an opportunity to create, make, and market a product while understanding the importance and power of micro-financing - something that is an essential aspect to non-profits all around the world. All proceeds from the market will benefit Mission India and World Vision.

Faith Strong LEGO® League Programming Club 2022

Let's design, build and program LEGO® MINDSTORMS® robots! In this club, members will complete "missions" on a table-top playing field. This club provides an opportunity to learn and practice skills needed for FIRST Lego® League competitions. Applications for the 2022 ACS Lego League team will be available next fall. The Programming Club will offer the chance to experience what Lego League is all about before the competitive season begins! 

Coaches: Ms. Frens and Mr. Jorgensen (veteran FLL coach and former ACS parent) and Mrs. Lineberry (current ACS parent)

Applicants: Students in grades 4-8 
When: One Friday each month Feb 11, March 18, April 15, May 13
Cost: $40 (Scholarships available upon request) 

Payment can be made via cash app or via check delivered to the office made out to Jackie Frens. Depending on interest, the number of participants may be limited. Please submit applications by Friday, Jan 21, 2022. Apply today! 

Unicycle Club

The ACS Unicycle Club is for 1st-8th grade students who would like to learn how to ride a unicycle or progress in their unicycle skills. We will meet and practice in the library from the end of the school day until 4:00 for four consecutive Tuesdays starting on Jan 11. The dates are Jan 11, 18 and 25 as well as Feb 1. We provide the unicycles, and you provide the rider. The club will be capped at 15 members. Although unicycles are provided, you may bring your own if you prefer.

The cost is $20. Use this link to sign-up online. If you are registering multiple children, please fill out an individual form for each child.

Members will be admitted on a first come, first served basis. If the club reaches capacity, a waiting list will be started. Questions? Contact: Coach DK () or Mrs. Boerman (

Snow Day Reminders

As we enter the winter months, here are a couple reminders for you: 

If fog or weather conditions result in a two hour delay or closing being necessary, you will receive an email and text notification from ACS; it will also be posted on Facebook and Wood TV. ACS relies upon Forest Hills Public Schools Transportation Department to assess road conditions. We close when they do during weather emergencies. If Lowell Public Schools closes and Forest Hills Schools remain open, ACS will remain open. 

To make ACS text messages easier to recognize, we have created a simple way to add ACS as a Contact to your mobile device. Click to add ACS as a contact.  Then, when we send you a "School's Closed" message, you'll know who it's from and can plan your day appropriately.  You can also text “Yes” to 87569 to ensure you are set up to receive text messages from ACS.

ACS Athletics

PurePlay

Basketball practices and games continue this week. See your schedules.

Co-Ed Child-Parent Volleyball Clinic

Boys and girls, Grades 1-4
Limited to first 20 students
March 5  9:00 -11:45 am
ACS North Gym
Cost: $30.00 per adult/child pair. Two T-shirts included. 

This Clinic is for both boys and girls, accompanied by an adult, and is designed to help students learn skills and parents understand how to help their child practice the skills of volleyball. 

To Register, email Coach DK ()
Deadline: February 15

Calendar Reminders

Jan 11 – 2021-2022 Preschool Registration Begins
Jan 17 – No School - Staff In-service
Feb 15&24 – Parent Teacher Conferences
Feb 17-21 – No School - Winter Break