A Note From The Principal

Celebrating Our 8th Graders

Our 8th graders walked the hallways on Tuesday after some exam review and graduation practice. Many family members joined faculty, staff and students in celebration of our 8th graders. We did our annual “clap out” as they walked from the middle school wing through the hallways and out the doors before they gathered under the overhang outside the main entrance.

Congratulations to our 8th graders! We look forward to their final celebration on June 4, at 6:30 p.m. as they graduate from Ada Christian School. 

May they go not only prepared for high school, but prepared for life as God unfolds His plans for their future.

Now You Know 

Joy In The Gym - May

Take a look at the joy we've been having in the gym! May Joy in the Gym

Thank You From Dr. Taylor

I want to express my deepest gratitude for all the love, support and donations in the homegoing of my wife Sandy on May 16. For many years prior to my coming to ACS, she was heavily involved in my work, but due to her sickness she has not been able to do that at ACS. I wish you all would have had the opportunity to meet and know her. You would have loved her.

Combined Bus Route - June 5

We will be running a combined one bus route on June 5. 

Field Day Help

Field day is on the horizon - Friday, May 31 - The  ACS Spring Olympics 2024! Volunteers are needed to help at the stations. Please sign up! 

Volunteers, please show up at your appointed times:

10:00-12:00  KP, Kdj, 3rd and 4th

1:00-3:00 KW, KD 1st and 2nd

Student Exchange Program

2024-2025 ACS Robotics

The ACS Robotics League is gearing up for an exciting 2024-25 VEX IQ Robotics Competition season! In our second year at ACS, VEX IQ provides students in grades 4-8 with open-ended robotics challenges that enhance their science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) skills through hands-on, student-centered learning.

Students will work in small teams to develop critical thinking, project management, and communication skills by building and programming robots to solve the VEX IQ Challenge. Teams will put their robots to the test in local competitions starting in January. The time commitment involved in ACS Robotics League is comparable to a sports team. Practices begin in October and will be held two nights per week (Wednesdays and Fridays) with some evening game nights and one or more Saturday tournaments. 

• Teams will compete in 4 league night competitions in Grandville beginning in January and ending in February.
• Teams will compete in at least one full-day Saturday tournament in the Grand Rapids area, with the potential for additional tournaments. Tournaments typically take place in January.
• Through regular season competitions, teams have the potential to earn an invitation to the Michigan State Competition that typically takes place in Monroe, MI in February or March.
• Applications for ACS Robotics League are now open and will be accepted through Friday, September 13, 2024. Copies of the application are available in the Ada Christian School office.

ACS VEX IQ Team Application Form

School Lunch Program - May Menu

Check out the menu and plan for the month of May!

Visit adachristian.org/hotlunch for details or to apply for lunch assistance. For questions on your hot lunch account please contact Jill Zondag, gro.scrg@gadnozj

Action Needed

EpiPens

If your student has an Epi Pen held in the office, please come to the office to collect it on the last day of school. Thank you!

Lost & Found

The lost will be in the front lobby this week. Any items left at the end of the school year will be boxed up and donated. Throughout the year you can always check the lost and found which is located by the kitchen/music rooms.

Immunization Records

Each year we are required to report immunizations for every student enrolled in preschool, kindergarten, and seventh grade. The State of Michigan requires that your child(ren) be immunized for enrollment at Ada Christian School.

Please complete and return the immunization, health appraisal and consent forms by Aug 20. Completed forms can be turned into the office or emailed to gro.naitsirhcada@rednarbk

Please also note that the State of Michigan has revised its law on immunization waivers.

• If you intend to complete a non-medical waiver to the immunization policy, you must contact the Kent County Health Department at 616.632.7200 to schedule an appointment to speak with a health educator, complete the waiver process and submit the original certified waiver to the school office.The original certified medical waivers must be completed and signed by a physician then submitted to the school office.
• Written evidence that immunizations are now up to date or a copy of a certified waiver must be received before the start of the school year and is due by or on August 20, 2024. A new waiver is required each year that your child is reported. 

If you have any questions please call or email Kimmie Brander (kbrander@adachristian.org, 616-676-1289).

Summer Opportunities

Summer Camp Openings

There are still a few summer camps with openings!

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 10-August 8.

Sign-up

PTO Happenings

Gifts for Specials Teachers

In the spirit of giving, PTO will be collecting money to purchase end-of-the-year thank you gifts for the ACS specials teachers.  An envelope is in the PTO drawer in the office if you would like to contribute by Friday, May 31. Thank you for your support!

Athletics

PurePlay (K-4th)

Volleyball Summer Camp

Dates: August 5-7
Time: 9:00am-11:00am (5/6), 11:30-1:30pm (7/8)
Grades: Students entering grades 5-8 (boys & girls!)
Cost: $80

Come join us for our volleyball team camp that will help you get prepared for the volleyball season in the fall. Throughout this camp you will learn the fundamentals of volleyball that are important for individual and team success. A variety of drills, contests, and other fun volleyball activities will be led by our 8th grade coach, Brenda Berg, and ACS volleyball alumni players.

Mark Your Calendar

May 27 - No School (Memorial Day)
June 4 - 8th Grade Graduation
June 5 - Last Day of School (Dismissal @ 11:30am)

Looking ahead: 24-25 Calendar

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