A Note From The Principal

Wonderful Worship

I wonder how many of our families realize that some of our preschool friends meet in the commons due to our growth in the kindergarten classes? One full time classroom took over a preschool classroom. The flexibility of our preschool team is outstanding and the newly renovated commons is being used nearly 100% of the time. These students were worshiping as I walked in, so I thought it was crucial for me to get a quick snapshot of this learning.

I am amazed at how our teachers are able to use any space, any technology and any curriculum and teach it from a Biblical perspective. Their ability to relate to our students at their respective levels and according to their craft while infiltrating Jesus’ teaching and love is the heartbeat of this school. They are the ones, on a daily basis, that directly partner with families for the well-being of students. Each day, we attempt to live out our theme from Ephesians 4:3 about being unified in the Spirit through the bond of peace as students navigate their calling on their life.

This Week

"Faith. Strong." Friday

Get your ACS gear ready for Friday! On Friday, Oct 6 we encourage all students, parents and staff to show their ACS spirit. If you don’t own any ACS gear yet you can wear your favorite blue t-shirt!

Moms In Prayer

Join us for Moms in Prayer on Thursday, Oct 5 from 8:00-9:00am in the back ACS conference room. Our attribute this week is "God is our Counselor". We will be praying specifically for our 2nd graders. Contact Kristen Yeh (616-307-2488) with any questions. Younger siblings are always welcome.

Lost & Found

Starting tomorrow the lost & found will be on display in the front lobby. Please swing by and take a look. Any items not claimed after Friday will be boxed up and donated. 

Action Needed

Parent Teacher Conference Schedule 

Please review the K-6 Parent Teacher Conference Schedule. Note that there are two different tabs for Oct 12 & 17. If you are unable to attend at your scheduled time please correspond with your child's teacher directly.

7th & 8th grade parents can expect to meet with middle school teachers in a 3-min round robin style conference on both evenings. 

Kindergarten Intentions

As we begin to prepare for next year’s enrollment we are asking parents to help in this process. 

If you are the parent of a 4-5 year old and interested in Kindergarten at ACS next year please take a few moments to complete this Kindergarten Intentions form. Official enrollment for 24-25 will take place in mid February.

First time Kindergartener in the family? Beginning in October, Principal Sall will open up his calendar to meet with any families new to Kindergarten at ACS.

Now You Know

Statements of Belief

This week we highlight: 

We believe there is one eternal God. He exists in three persons- Father, Son, and Holy Spirit - (Genesis 1:1, Matthew 28:19, John 1:1-2, 10:30).

In Gathering Time elementary students are learning to recite the apostles creed including motions. As Christians it is important that we recite and remind ourselves of what is true on a regular basis. 

Whatcha Doin' Out There!? - Sept 2023

Take a look through our Sept installment of Whatcha Doin’ Out There!? to learn about what your student has been learning in Outdoor Education. 

Book Fair - Oct 11-17

Do you have what it takes to Crack the Case? Come get clued in to the best new books October 11-17. Every purchase benefits our school. Open in the school library each weekday 7:30am - 3:30pm. Also open during parent/teacher conferences and PurePlay. 

Help students find the stories they’ll love forever by volunteering at our book fair! Sign up here.

Volunteers get a 20% discount!

Sign up here.

Education Foundation Fundraising Dinner - November 2

On behalf of the Ada Christian School Education Foundation:

You’re Invited to Ada Christian School on November 2, 2023 at 6:00 pm for the annual fall gathering. This event is the signature fundraising event for the Ada Christian School Education Foundation, which supports our call to provide a high quality Christian education to anyone who desires it. We hope you can join us on the campus of Ada Christian as we celebrate and launch our Faith Forward Advancement Campaign. Come enjoy an evening with friends as we share exciting plans for the future of Ada Christian School. 

This year we welcome well-known practitioner, adolescent and family scholar, and author 

Dr. Chap Clark. As a former pastor of St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church in Newport Beach, CA, a professor and vice provost at Fuller Seminary, and a 15-year leader on Young Life staff, Chap has given his life to the encouragement and empowerment of young people and those who work with and for them. Be prepared for an uplifting and energizing message that promises to inspire! 

Annual Ada Christian Education Foundation Fundraiser

Ada Christian School
6206 Ada Dr SE
Ada, MI 49301

November 2, 2023 at 6:00pm

6:00pm Cocktail Hour and Hors d’oeuvres 

7:00pm Program and Faith Forward Campaign Launch

8:00pm Strolling Dinner, Drinks and Campus Experiences

Suggested Attire: Business Attire
Individual Tickets: $125
Sponsorship Information

For more information or questions, please contact Mark Stuit, Director of Advancement at mstuit@adachristian.org or 616.676.1289 ext 102.

ACS Grounds Clean Up Day

The Operations Committee is hosting a Grounds Clean Up Day on Oct 28 from 8:00am - 2:00pm. We plan to tackle some fall clean-up in preparation for winter. This includes trimming trees, moving mulch, pulling weeds, etc. We need approximately 20 people to help around campus during each of our 2hr sessions. Anyone middle school age and older is welcome to help. Please sign-up so we know who to anticipate. Thank You. 

If you have any questions please contact Kurt Rewa, kurt@sherpack.com or Nate Kiser, nkiser@adachristian.org. ;

School Lunch Program - Oct Menu

Next week brings a new month and a new Hot Lunch Menu . Check out the menu and plan for the month of October!

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

PTO Happenings

Let the Fundraising Begin! 

We are already halfway through our Charleston Wrap fundraiser!  Have you placed your order yet?  Ordering ends on Monday, October 9.  Please help us reach our $15,000 fundraising goal! 

Check out the 2023 Sales Incentives!
Highest Individual Sales: Elite Parking Space AND an Electric Scooter 
Top 2 Classes with Highest Sales: Paint the Principals Party
Preschool Class with Highest Sales: Bubble Party 

Raffle Prizes for every $100 Sold:
- Principal for a ½ Day with Lunch 
- Celebration Cinema Gift Card and Basket
- $50 Launch Trampoline Park Gift Card
- Dicks Sporting Goods Gift Card and Basket 

Questions?  Please email pto@adachristian.org. ; Thank you for your support of our Charleston Wrap fundraiser! 

Athletics

PurePlay (Y5's-4th grade)

Soccer

Soccer games on Saturday Oct 04, boys at 9:00am; girls at 10:30am.

Basketball

Basketball sign ups are now open!

Young 5's - Kindergarten will take place at ACS (Jan 13-Feb 3).

1st-4th partners with GRCS (Dec 2-Feb 10).

Mark Your Calendar

Oct 12 & 17 - PT Conferences
Oct 18-22 - No School (Fall Break)
Nov 2 - Annual Dinner