A Note From The Principal

...It Was Good

I couldn’t help but take this picture one day on my way home from school. There is beauty when snow drapes over various kinds of trees. These caught my attention due to the weight pressed upon the branches from the heavy snow.

It also brought me back to my younger church days as a child when we learned about creation.

Genesis 1:11-13 - Then God said, “Let the land produce vegetation: seed-bearing plants and trees on the land that bear fruit with seed in it, according to their various kinds.” And it was so. The land produced vegetation: plants bearing seed according to their kinds and trees bearing fruit with seed in it according to their kinds. And God saw that it was good. And there was evening, and there was morning—the third day.

God is a God of order. We live in a state with four seasons that at times are so incredibly unpredictable, yet expected. We can be assured that God is in control, takes care of us, watches over us, holds us up when things feel heavy and celebrates with us during those parts of our lives that are joyous. 

What a Mighty God we serve!

This Week

Moms In Prayer

Join us for Moms in Prayer on Thursday, January 18 from 8:00-9:00am in the back ACS conference room. Our attribute this week is "God is Our Shepherd". We will be praying specifically for our kindergarten students and staff. Contact Kristen Yeh at momsinprayer@adachristian.org with any questions. Younger siblings are always welcome.

Now You Know

Exciting News

Our four sections of Kindergarten will become four sections of 1st grade in the fall. We are excited to announce that Miss Jessica Blackmon (current 4th grade teacher) will be joining our 1st grade teaching team next school year!

Fiddle Concert - Feb 6

Come one, come all and listen to some great fiddle tunes! Our fiddle concert has become a favorite to many and is often the highlight of the year. See the flyer below for all of the details. If you have questions please email gro.naitsirhcada@kniwurvk.

Winter Safety Reminders

A few important safety reminders to you as we approach the winter season. 

1. Reminder about standard drop off and pick up procedures. When using the loops, please do not get out of your vehicles and be sure your child(ren) exits the right side of the vehicle (sidewalk side, not loop side)
2. Please refrain from picking up and dropping off your children at Ada Congregational Church. We have an agreement with the church that only our faculty and staff will utilize their parking lot (with the exception of special events).
3. Please remind your child(ren) to use crosswalks when walking to your parked vehicle. If you park in the grassy area across from the preschool, please make sure your child uses the crosswalk with an adult. We have had several children walking across without using the crosswalk and/or without an adult. Please help us keep all of our kids safe!

Whatcha Doin' Out There!? - Dec 2023

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

Important Enrollment Information

Happy New Year! It’s hard to believe that we are already thinking about the 2024-2025 school year. With that said, we have some important enrollment details for you. Below you will find information regarding both preschool and K-8 enrollment. 

Preschool Enrollment is now open. If you have questions about preschool options or enrollment information please contact gro.naitsirhcada@yelmroGJ.

K-8 Enrollment opens this year on February 12, 2023. On this date all current K-8 ACS families will receive a link to enroll for the 2024-2025 school year. All families who have completed their application and tour/interview with Principal Sall will also receive the link to enroll. 

3rd-5th Grade Short Story Contest

Do you like to tell a good story? Would you like a chance to contribute to a book of short stories with other writers at Ada Christian School? Are you looking for something to do over the Christmas break?  

If you answered yes to any of these questions, a group of 5th and 6th grade writers would like to invite 3rd, 4th and 5th graders to enter a short story contest. The writers will compete against their own grade level participants. Prizes are ACS spirit gear! One winner at each grade level will be selected. The judges would like to thank ACS for providing the prizes!

Requirements: 

• 500-3000 words
• Digital submissions shared with Ms. Frens (gro.naitsirhcada@snerfj). Adults can help students type handwritten stories.
• School appropriate Fiction only
• Original ideas. Parents can help, but the idea needs to be original to the student. No copying from other books.
• Illustrations are optional, but encouraged!
• Judges will use these rubrics to score the submissions (No names will be shared with the judges.)
• 3rd Grade Rubric
• 4th and 5th Grade Rubric

Have fun! 

Due Date: Friday, Feb 2, 2024
Winners announced Friday, Mar 1, 2024.

Judges:

• Cole A.
• Lucy A.
• Brie D.
• Nathan G.
• Kristen H.
• Stephen J.

School Lunch Program - Jan Menu

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

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

Daddy Daughter Dance - Feb 2

It's time to put on your dancing shoes and create beautiful memories with your girl (or girls!). Join us at Ada Christian School for a night filled with laughter, joy, and lots of dancing. So dads, grab your daughters and get ready to show off your moves on the dance floor! Attire is dressy for the special night. We can't wait to see you there!

Grab Your Tickets

Athletics

Wildcats (5th-8th)

Winter Sports Clinics

Grand Rapids Christian has invited our students to participate in their winter sports clinics, they are offering some coaching clinics in lacrosse, wrestling, performance training and softball. Many different ages apply for each one so check the descriptions.

GR Christian Middle School Sports Clinics - Winter

Mark Your Calendar

Jan 22 - No School (Professional Development)
Jan 23 - Kindergarten Information Night 6:00-7:00pm
Feb 2 - Daddy Daughter Dance
Feb 8 & 14 - Parent Teacher Conferences
Feb 12 - K-8 Enrollment Opens

Requested Announcements

South Suburban Schools Parenting Series

You’re invited to attend the South Suburban Schools parenting series on Navigating the Realm of Entertainment with Confidence 

Tuesday Jan 30, 7:00-8:00pm at South Christian High School