A Note From The Principal
Merry Christmas
Staff Update
We are happy to report that Mrs. Tracy Schalhamer will now be at ACS Mon-Fri. The Board approved hiring Mrs. Schalhamer as our primary social worker. She knows many of our students already since she has been as our K-4 social worker for a couple of years. She will start her new schedule after Christmas break on January 8. It will be a blessing to have her here each day!
This Week
Ornaments for Sale
Last night our 5th graders displayed their Christmas Around the World ornaments in the Hoop House. There are still several ornaments available for purchase at the market cart on Thursday afternoon. All proceeds go toward World Vision, Mission India and Water for South Sudan
Lost & Found
The lost will be in the front lobby. What is left at Christmas Break will be boxed away!
Moms In Prayer
Join us for Moms in Prayer on Thursday, December 14 from 8:00-9:00am in the back ACS conference room. We will enjoy a time of fellowship together as we meet for the last time in 2023. All moms are invited! Contact Kristen Yeh at momsinprayer@adachristian.org with any questions. Younger siblings are always welcome.
Now You Know
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.
Chess Club
Chess is the greatest board game on earth. Who knows – someone from ACS may someday be a Grandmaster (the most elite players on the planet). This club will help members learn some basic openings and other strategies.
The kids will play at least two games every session and work towards a Gold, Silver or Bronze chess club medal. Popcorn and a beverage will be part of the fun. Each session will go from 3:00-4:30pm. Choose from Tuesday or Wednesday sessions during Jan & Feb. Sign up today!
Preschool Registration
Preschool Enrollment opens on Jan 9, 2024 for current ACS Families. All preschool-8th grade families will receive a link to enroll for preschool on Jan 9. Open preschool enrollment will begin on Jan 15. Take some time to familiarize yourself with our 24-25 preschool options and prepare for enrollment in January. If you have any questions regarding preschool school please contact Preschool Director, Jen Gormley (gro.naitsirhcada@yelmroGJ).
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
Joy In The Gym - Dec
Read our Young 5's-3rd grade PE Newsletter.
Action Needed
Crosswalk Safety
Enrollment Intentions
Dear Parents,
Snow is falling, the Christmas season is upon us and we are already busy planning for the 2024-2025 school year. As we prepare for enrollment in February we are asking each of our families to share with us your intentions for next school year. This information is helpful as the Board of Trustees begins its work on preparing for staffing needs and the budget for the Annual Society meeting in March. We ask that you please respond by December 22, 2023.
Thank you for your attention to this questionnaire and please know that your intentions are not binding to your final commitment about coming to ACS this upcoming year, but it is necessary for us to prepare the most accurate budget we can so we are assured that we are being fiscally responsible with the resources God has blessed us with. All responses will remain confidential.
Please note that the official 2024-2025 enrollment will open to families on February 12, 2024.
Thank you for your partnership,
ACS Administration
PTO Happenings
Daddy Daughter Dance - Feb 2
Save the date! The 2024 Daddy Daughter Dance will be on Feb 2 from 7:00-9:00pm. More information to come.
Gifts for Specials Teachers
We will be collecting money to purchase gifts for the ACS specials teachers. An envelope is in the PTO drawer in the office if you would like to contribute; we will be collecting through Thursday, December 21. Thank you for your support!
Wishing you all a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year with your friends and family!
Athletics
Wildcats (5th-8th)
PurePlay (Y5's-4th grade)
Basketball
Y5/K begins Jan 13.
1st-4th practices/games begin week of Jan 9.
Mark Your Calendar
Dec 22 - Half Day - Dismissal at 11:30am
Jan 8 - School Resumes