A Note From The Principal

Student Learning...and Teaching

As I visit various classrooms, I am in awe of how our teachers generate excitement for learning with the multiple teaching methods and learning styles that exist. This class had one of their students “teaching” as I strolled in. The teacher facilitated questions and propelled the learning as students raised their hands and craved to share their thoughts, perspectives and answers.

This week is Teacher Appreciation Week. Our faculty and staff are so blessed at ACS. We are loved by our families, supported by the Board and in turn care deeply for the children God, and our families, have entrusted us with.

Our partnership is not taken for granted.

This Week

Moms In Prayer - Thursday Morning

Join us for Moms in Prayer Thursday, March 16 from 8:00-9:00am in the back ACS conference room. Our attribute this week is "God is Good". We will be praying specifically for our 3rd graders and their teachers. Contact Kristen Yeh (616-307-2488) with any questions. Younger siblings are always welcome.

Parent's Night Out - Mar 17

The 8th grade class will be hosting a “Parent’s Night Out” for students of ACS 4th grade and under on Friday, March 17. From 5:30-8:00pm you can drop your child(ren) off at school and 8th grade students will be playing games in the gyms, making crafts in the commons and having a great time with your kids.

The donations raised will go towards the 8th grade class trip. If you’re interested in bringing your child(ren) please register by March 15.

Thank you,
8th Grade Students and Teachers

Action Needed

Parking Lot Reminders

For the safety of our students, please remember:

- No cell phone use in the parking lot.
- The car loops are for quick drop off and pick up only. If you need to get out of your car or are parked waiting for a student please park in the lot.

Moving Help! 

In preparation for the core renovations starting April 1, we could use volunteers to help us move boxes and furniture. Please consider volunteering to help us. 

Now You Know

Down Syndrome Awareness Day

March 21 is World Down Syndrome Awareness Day. This day was chosen to symbolize the third copy of chromosome 21 in Trisomy 21, the most common form of Down Syndrome.

Ada Christian School will be celebrating on Tuesday, March 21. One of the things we will be doing is asking students and staff to wear Mismatched Socks. Different socks represent everyone’s differences and our differences are what make us great!

ACS 8th Grade Presents: Frozen Jr. - Mar 23 & 24

The 8th grade musicial has been an important part of our school for many years. It is a wonderful community event and we hope that you can join us. Come for one or both nights, Mar 23 and Mar 24 at 7:00pm.

Purchase tickets and join us for the fun!

March is Reading Month

For the month of March we have so much planned. Here are some highlights as well as other opportunities for literacy fun!

ACS Events

• Mystery Readers - Students watch read-alouds narrated by staff members. However, their voices have been altered! It’s up to our kiddos to guess who is reading.
• Read My Shirt Day is Friday, March 24. Everyone is encouraged to wear a shirt or sweatshirt for the rest of us to read.
• KDL presenters - Miss Jacque from the Cascade library is coming out of retirement to share great stories with K-4 students on March 17.
• Storytellers on Friday, March 24. Students from Grand Rapids Christian High School who compete in storytelling events will weave tales for our listening ears.
• DEAR and Buddies & Books - All month long, Thursdays are an opportunity for classes to make their way to the library and DEAR (Drop Everything And Read) and read books with their buddies
• AUTHOR VISIT - Kelly DiPucchio will be at ACS on Monday afternoon, March 27. More details are in the Ada Connection 

Other Opportunities

• The Whitecaps Community Foundation has a Reading Club for children between the grade levels of kindergarten and sixth grade. Students who complete the reading objective of 15 minutes per day for 20 days during March is Reading Month will receive the opportunity to attend a West Michigan Whitecaps home game for FREE! Each student can earn two free tickets.Forms for the program will be coming home today. More forms can be found in the office.
• To help encourage young readers, LMCU’s Reading Adventure challenges kids to read at least five books during March Reading Month, with a chance to win $100. Winners will be drawn by April 14, 2023.
  • March 1—31, 2023
  • Open to children 12 and under
  • Read at least five books to enter
  • Entry forms can be found online or picked up at your local branch
  • Entries must be submitted by March 31, 2023

Author Visit - Kelly DiPucchio

We are excited to welcome bestselling children’s author Kelly DiPucchio to celebrate March is Reading Month. 

Date: Monday, March 27
Time: 1:00-1:50pm – Young 5’s-2nd grade
2:00-2:50pm – 3rd & 4th grade 
Location: Our very own ACS Library 

Parents invited!  We’ll have coffee!

What could be better than a cozy school library, a cup of warm coffee and the joy of listening to a children’s author for the afternoon?  We hope to see you there!

Summer Camps & Tutoring

Every year it seems like our list of summer opportunities grows even bigger! Led by ACS teachers camp activities will ordinarily take place at ACS unless special approval has been granted. This summer we will offer the following camps:

• Animal Adventure Camp (Preschool-1st)
• Art Camp (3rd-5th & 6th-8th)
• Bible Journaling (5th-9th)
• Farm Club (2nd-8th)
• Forest Adventure Camp (2nd-8th)
• Little Tikes Art Camp (1st&2nd)
• Preschool Camp (Preschool)
• Spiritual Retreat (Middle School Girls)

Several Ada Christian teachers will be offering tutoring this summer. These tutoring sessions will be hosted at Ada Christian School.

• Elementary - Reading and Writing
• Elementary - Language Arts and Math
  
• Language Arts
• Middle School - All Subjects
• PreAlgebra, Algebra & Geometry
• Private Lessons - Voice, Ukulele, Songwriting & String Lessons

Details, Dates & Signups

Summer Covenant Care

In Summer Covenant Care students will experience the summer alongside friends and participate in enriching activities. Care will be available Mon-Thurs, June 12-August 10.

Sign up

March Hot Lunch Menu

The March Hot Lunch Menu is here! Take some time to review the menu as a family and plan for each day. 

PTO Happenings

Staff Appreciation Week - Mar 13-17

We have the best staff around and it's almost that time of year when we get to shower them with extra love during Staff-Appreciation-Week, March 13-17.

Notes or small tokens of appreciation go a long way to show our staff that their hard work is seen and valued. Below is just a recommended calendar of when you or your kiddos can send in your letters.

March 13th- Administrative Staff/ Facilities 
March 14th- Specials Teachers
March 15th- Homeroom Teachers
March 16th- Educational Support Staff
March 17th- Bus Drivers

Not sure where to start? Remember you can now access Staff Favorites on the right hand side of the family dashboard page. A full list of ACS Staff can be found in the directory or online as well. 

Many thanks from your ACS PTO

Mother Son Event - April 14

Mother-Son Event at Craig's Cruisers- April 14, 6:00pm-9:00pm

Start your engines and get ready for an evening of action-packed fun and food at this year's Mother-Son Event. Tickets are $18/per person or $56/family and include:

• 3 Attractions
• $10 Arcade
• Buffet (3 hours)

Sign-ups available in the office until April 12. Hope to see you there!

Please email questions to gro.naitsirhcada@otp

Daddy Daughter Dance Photos

Below are the pictures professional photos from the Daddy Daughter Dance. To download pictures use code 9749.

Daddy Daughter Dance Profressional Photos
Photobooth Photos

If you believe your picture was taken but you do not see your photo please contact photographer, Kim Stoep.

ACS Athletics

PurePlay

Track and Field

Who? ACS 1st-4th graders
What? High jump, long jump, shot put, relays, dashes, runs…
When? Wednesdays, April 19, 26, May 3, 10   3:15-4:15
Where? The ACS track
Why? Because it is fun and exercise is good!
How can you help? Coach DK needs Parent Volunteers to help at stations. You may sign up to help at 1, 2, 3, or all 4 events. 
How do you sign up? Sign up your child and yourself to volunteer by emailing Coach DK, (gro.naitsirhcada@enielkeds)   
There is no charge for this program.  Deadline:  April 12

Spring soccer signups are now open (deadline Mar 17):
Saturdays: April 15-May 20.
9:00-10:00am or 10:30-11:30 am (rotates weekly) 
Cost: $50-$70 per student

1st-4th grade will have one practice during the week. Day/Time TBD by coaches. Please consider coaching.

Spring Soccer Sign-up

Deadline Mar 17.

Calendar Reminders

2022-2023 Calendar

Mar 13-17 - Teacher/Staff Appreciation Week
Mar 23&24 - 8th Grade Musical: Frozen Jr.
Mar 28 - Annual Society Meeting
Mar 29 - All School Chapel
Mar 30-Apr 9 - Spring Break (No School)

Requested Announcements

Brody's BE Cafe

Drink Special at Brody’s Be Cafe in Ada Village: For the month of March, ACS families are encouraged to try Brody’s Be Cafe. Mention the word, “Alex” and get BOGO free drinks! Including our amazing smoothies which kids LOVE. Skip Starbucks and support Brody’s local mission to employ individuals with disabilities! 

Now open until 8pm on Mondays!

Mon 7:30am-8:00pm
Tues-Fri 7:30am-3:00pm
Sat 9:00am-12:00pm
Closed Sundays