A Note From The Principal
Warm Weather
A Buggy Reminder
As the weather warms up the flowers are blooming and the bugs are buzzing. It’s tick season and we’ve had a couple students come to the office this week with a tick. You may want to do a check every now and again to look for unwanted creatures.
This Week
Retirement Open House – May 20
We hope you are able to join us this week Thursday to celebrate the retirement of Melissa Brower (11 Years), Julie DeKoster (32 Years) and Sharon DeJong (25 Years).
The weather forecast is calling for a wonderful warm evening. Bring the whole family and enjoy desserts available for purchase from Kona Ice, UCC Ice Cream, and Olly’s Donuts.
When: Thurs, May 20, 2021 - 5:00-8:00pm
Where: On the track at Ada Christian School
There will be an opportunity to leave written cards/well wishes for our three retirees. Your kids will have the opportunity to decorate the track with chalk showing their appreciation and thanks.
Questions about how to give towards retirement gifts? Please contact Mark Stuit.
Spring Band & Orchestra Concert - 78ers
Grades 7-8
Parents are invited to join us for our Spring Concerts. Guests will be limited to 6 per family. Come see the incredible progress our musicians have made this school year.
Wednesday, May 19
6:00-6:30pm 7th grade band & orchestra concerts
7:00-7:30pm 8th grade band & orchestra concerts
Moms In Prayer
This week we’re praying for our 8th grade teachers and graduating students.
Attribute:God is Omnipotent — All powerful; having unlimited power or authority; almighty.
We’re a group of Moms passionate about lifting up our kids and ACS faculty and staff in prayer — we pray every Thursday, 8:00-9:00am. Join us in person or, if you’d like to join us via Google Meet, please do! If you have trouble signing on, call Kelly Stafford, 616.304.2963
Now You Know
From the Board
The Board of Trustees is seeking individuals who would be interested in serving on one of the school Board appointed committees:
- Finance
- Promotions
- Operations
- Education
- Development
- Long Range Planning
Please let gro.naitsirhcada.draob@yraterces, if you are interested or have any questions!
Thanks in advance for your commitment to ACS!
- The ACS Board of Trustees
Opt-In For Text Communications
ACS uses text communication for weather events and school emergencies. Parents must opt-in to receive these communications. Please text “YES” to “87569” to receive these messages. You will receive a confirmation message once this process is complete.
If on your mobile device, click here to opt in to receive text communication from Ada Christian School.
Summer Lunches
The Michigan Department of Education provides free meals for students over the summer break. For a location near you, please follow the link for the "Meet Up and Eat Up" map.
FIRST LEGO League 2021
You’ll love FIRST® LEGO® League! The League members are 4th grade and up that research a real-world problem (like food safety, recycling, energy, etc.). The team will be challenged to develop a solution using new knowledge and creative imagination. The team will also design, build, and program a working robot using a LEGO MINDSTORMS® kit, then complete “missions” on a table-top playing field. Teams compete against each other at exciting events where members will make new friends, show off what they have learned and invented, express team spirit, and celebrate! Sound like fun? What are you waiting for? Apply to join the ACS FIRST® LEGO® League today!
Coaches: Ms. Frens, Mr. Jorgensen (veteran FLL coach and former ACS parent) and Mr. Schrotenboer
Applicants: Students in grades 4-8 (Minimum 8, and maximum 10 students on each team)
When: Two days/week (M and Th) from September-December (may also include weekend regional competition dates TBA). FIRST Lego League has attempted to be accommodating to other sports schedules, but FLL is on par with other competitive activities due to its potential for team recognition and scholarship opportunities.
Time: 3:15-5:00pm
Where: Ada Christian School Media Center / Computer Lab
Fee: $300 The fee includes FIRST® LEGO® League competition application fee, robotics / technology upgrades, t-shirts, snacks, supplies and coach stipend. All travel expenses related to competition (regional, state or world) are separate. Payment will be returned if team limit has been reached. Contact Ms. Frens (gro.naitsirhcada@snerfj) if fee is a barrier to participation.
ACS FIRST® LEGO® League: Please complete this survey by Monday, Aug 31. Cash App, PayPal and Venmo accepted for the $300 fee. Club limited to 10 participants per team. If more than 10, applicants are selected based on commitment and persistence. There is the possibility of 2 teams.
***We anticipate meeting in person.
From the Library
Circulation of library books has come to an end. For the next two weeks, the library staff needs to check in all of the books and take inventory of the collection. Students may return books any day of the week, not just their library day. Please help us get all books returned. Thanks for your cooperation.
Shop With SCRIP
The last date to order physical cards from ShopWithScrip will be June 02 (available for pick up before school is out for summer). However, ScripNow cards will be available all summer! Also, if you have not downloaded the RaiseRight app by ShopWithScrip, this is another great option to continue your tuition savings throughout the summer. Go to ShopWithScrip.com for more information.
FACTS Enrollment Notifications
As a reminder, upon enrollment you will receive notifications from FACTS in three separate actions. (Please note this can take a few weeks).
1. Confirmation of the total commitment you have made (this will include tuition and any donations).
2. Confirmation of the enrollment fee you have paid.
3. Confirmation of any financial assistance you will receive (please note that this may not happen immediately. Our team along with several churches are still calculating assistance.)
Contact Amy if you have any questions or concerns at gro.naitsirhcada@gnitnuocca.
Summer Camps & Tutoring
Discover the exciting camps we are offering at ACS this summer. Whether your child loves art, technology, music or outdoor ed there is something for them!
Mrs. VanStee will be offering tutoring opportunities for K-4th grades on Wednesdays.
ACS Athletics
PurePlay
Soccer begins this Saturday. Boys @ 9:00am, Girls @ 10:30am.
Calendar Reminders
May 20 - Retirement Open House
May 31 - No School Memorial Day
June 09 - Last Day of School (Dismissal @ 11:30am)