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Ada Connection – 10.20.21

A Note From The Principal

  • A Special Place

Action Needed

  • Class Composite Orders

Now You Know

  • Glenys Nellist Book Reading
  • Unicycle Club
  • Ski Punch Pass
  • Oct Hot Lunch Menu

PTO Happenings

  • Charleston Wrap Results
  • Christmas Shop

ACS Athletics

  • PurePlay

Calendar Reminders

A Note From the Principal

A Special Place

I have heard from many new families, as well as some long-time veterans, of the school what a special place Ada Christian is not only for our students, but also for this community. Recently, I had the opportunity to sit down with a staff member that was only with us for a couple of months due to a job opportunity that fit her schedule better. She was very instrumental in the lives of some students that needed additional support. She made it clear to those students how special ACS is and wanted them to understand that God is in this place, cares for it, and loves it.

We should not ever take it for granted.

This snapshot was taken as I walked into school this morning (10/20/21). I couldn't help but notice the full moon in the background above the school and the American flag in the foreground. It gave me a sense of peace and that same reminder that God is in control. 

I hope this picture or some of these words remind you of God’s everlasting goodness!

Action Needed

Class Composite Orders

You may now place an order for class composites online There will be no paper order forms going home this year.

A class composite is an 8x10 photo which includes a picture of the teacher, aides (if any), and each student in the classroom. Names are listed under each photo. The titles in the middle show the classroom name, teacher name, name of the school, and school year.

Orders are due Nov 12. 
Go to: huttengaphoto.shootproof.com
The password is: AdaComp21

Ada Christian Class Composites

Now You Know

Glenys Nellist Book Reading

If you are in town during the break, head over to Baker Books on Thurs, Oct 21 at 7:00pm to hear author Glenys Nellist share about her new book I Wonder: Exploring God’s Grand Story. We have a number of Nellist’s books in our library and she has visited our school on multiple occasions. If you attend, be sure to introduce yourself and let her know you are an ACS family. This is a free event. Get your tickets here.

Ski Punch Pass

Cannonsburg will be opening and you all can dust off your skis and boards!! Once again Cannonsburg is offering discounted punch pass cards for the season. The option to purchase online is encouraged and Cannonsburg will have them shipped to you!  You are welcome to use your punch cards any day that works for you. Grab your family and head there on a Saturday morning to avoid the crowds, drop your middle school kids there on a Friday night or meet up with a friend after school any day and stay until it closes! How do you do this?

1. Go to www.cannonsburg.com
2. Click on the turquoise "Store" tab at top of page
3. Choose the "Passes" option
4. Shop the punch cards that work for your family.
5. When checking out be sure to state Ada Christian School and Katie Kuiper as sponsor school and name.
6. When passes are ready you can pick up at Cannonsburg once they open or you may choose to have them mailed to your house!

You may still pay by cash or check by printing and filling out the form attached and sending it into the office with your child(ren). Label the envelope Ski Punch Card/Katie Kuiper. 

Please call Katie Kuiper at 616.485.1888 or email her at you have any questions. Hit the Hill with us (because honestly, it's not a slope but we can have just as much fun!!) 

Deadline is Tuesday, Nov 23.

Oct Hot Lunch Menu

Hot lunch is available daily at no cost for all students. Students order each morning in their homerooms. Here is the Oct menu .

    PTO Happenings

    Charleston Wrap Results

    ACS, you knocked the Charleston Wrap Fundraiser out of the park. We surpassed our fundraising goal by raising over $16,000 dollars. Catalog orders will be arriving in early November. A big thank you to all who participated. The prize winners are as follows:

    • Top-selling preschool class - ice cream treats: The Monkey Classroom
    • Top-selling individual - reserved parking spot + 2 drawing entries: Halo Giblett, KD
    • Top-selling class - pizza + PJ party: 1F
    • Top-selling elementary grade - duct tape Mr. Kiser to the wall: 2nd grade
    • Top-selling middle school grade - duct tape Mr. Sall to the wall: 5th grade
    • Winner of  principal for half day or Lamborghini ride: Piper VanHaven, 1G

    Christmas Shop

    Mark your calendars! Our annual Christmas Shop is just around the corner and we need all hands on deck to make this fun event a success. Volunteer opportunities include shopping with students, cashiers, clean up, and straight donations of wrapping supplies. Check out the sign up below to fill a spot. Thanks in advance for your willingness to help!

    Christmas Shop Volunteer Sign up

    Feel free to contact our Christmas Shop Chair, Brittany Cole, with any questions ()

    ACS Athletics

    PurePlay 

    Coed Y5's/K basketball signup here

    1st-4th basketball signups through GRCS. See the flyer (48 KB DOCX) for more information.

    Soccer is finished for the season. Thanks to all who made it a successful season!!

    Calendar Reminders

    Oct 20-22 – No School - Teacher's Convention
    Nov 24-28 –  Thanksgiving Break
    Dec 18-Jan 02 – Christmas Break