A Note From The Principal
What a Gift!
During this lent season, I am reminded of how precious our God is. We give things up for this season and cherish other things.
I have used this Bible for over 40 years. It has become my “school” Bible with notes from various chapels, camps, and presentations. It holds a special place in my heart since my parents blessed me with it and instilled in me the importance of using it.
Today, I find myself using my Bible phone app every morning at home before coming to school, but always have my Bible out on my desk to reference and use when I need it. There is a comfort there, a memory, a gift.
Thank you, dad and mom for the best gift!
This Week
MENistry
When: Friday’s at 8:00am
Where: Brody’s BE Café
What: Man in the Mirror book review
Who: ACS dads
Why: To be in community with other fathers of ACS students and grow deeper in Christ.
Questions? Contact Andy Anderson via text/call, 616-325-6116
Moms In Prayer
This week we’re praying for our Pre-K, Kindergarten students and their teachers.
God is Supreme -- Highest in rank, power, and authority; superior, highest in degree; utmost
"Christ, may we know that You are the beginning, supreme over all who rise from the dead, and first in everything." - Colossians 1:18b
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, in the front office. If you have any questions, give me a call (Kelly, 616.304.2963)
Now You Know
Report Cards
Report cards will be coming home today. Please sign and return your child’s envelope / slip of paper and return it to their homeroom teacher.
- Students in K-4 grades will come home with a printed report card.
- Parents of students in 5th - 8th grade received an email with a digital copy of the report card. 5th - 8th grade parents can also log into their Powerschool parent portal and click on “Student Reports” in the left navigation to view the report card.
Dessert Theatre - Mar 24 & 25
ACS 8th grade presents: Schoolhouse Rock LIVE Jr. Dessert Theatre has been an important part of our school for many years. It is a wonderful community event and we hope that you can join us. Come for one or both nights, Mar 24 and Mar 25 at 7:00pm.
Purchase tickets and join us for the fun!
Whatcha Doin' Out There!?
See what your kids have been up to in Outdoor Education during the month of February!
March is Reading Month
Be sure to talk to your children about what’s going on this month. It’s a ton of fun when the month of March comes along! Here are some dates to know.
March 11 – Read My Shirt Day
Everyone is encouraged to wear a shirt with an appropriate saying or logo. The younger grades may want to wear a shirt with an image that can be “read.”
March 18 – Books & Blankets
Look for more information from your teachers about this one. Each grade level will be participating differently.
March 21 – World Down Syndrome Day
Students and staff are encouraged to wear mismatched socks. Different socks represent everyone’s differences and our differences are what makes us great!
Spring Book Fair
As part of March is Reading Month we are also hosting a Spring Book Fair. The dates of the fair are Thur, Mar 24 – Wed, Mar 30. The fair will be open each morning at 7:45 am and stay open all day until 3:15 pm. On Wed, Mar 30, the Book Fair closes at noon. Stop in to grab some good reads for Spring Break!
March Hot Lunch Menu
The March Menu is now available. Please review this with your children to plan which days they would like lunch.
Summer Covenant Care
Thank you for those who completed the Summer Covenant Care interest survey. Registration will open on Mar 30 along with the enrollment form.
Grand Friend's Day - May 06
Please have your Grand Friend's save the date for May 06. We will be sending home personalized invitations in the next couple of weeks.
Action Needed
Yearbook Advertisements
Interested in promoting your business in our school yearbook? We have several half page spots available. Email Dani Buchanan, gro.naitsirhcada@nanahcubd
Spring Program T-shirt
Each student in grades K-4 needs a t-shirt for the Spring Program. You may purchase these t-shirts here, orders are only final when payment is received. These orders are due Wed, Mar 16.
PTO Happenings
Staff Appreciation Week - Mar 14-Mar 18
We have the best staff around and it's almost that time of year when we get to shower them with extra love during Staff Appreciation Week March 14-18. Below is just a recommended calendar of when you or your kiddos can send in notes or small tokens of your appreciation to let them know their hard work is seen and appreciated.
March 14 - Administrative Staff/Facilities
March 15 - Homeroom Teachers
March 16 - Specials Teachers
March 17 - Bus Drivers
March 18 - Educational Support Staff
Don't forget, you can now access Staff Favorites on the right hand side of the family dashboard page. A full list of ACS Staff can be found in the directory or online.
Daddy Daughter Dance - Apr 22
Mother Son Event - May 13
Friday, May 13 | 6:00 - 8:00pm, Fowling Warehouse Grand Rapids
Sign ups to come after Spring Break.
ACS Athletics
PurePlay
Spring Soccer sign ups are open. The season will run from April 16-May 21. Sign up deadline is this Fri, Mar 11.
Baseball Coaches Needed
We are currently in need of 5/6 and 7/8 baseball coaches for this upcoming spring season. If you or someone you know may have any potential interest, please contact cmeyaard@adachristian.org for more information
Calendar Reminders
Mar 14-18 – Teacher Appreciation
Mar 24-25 – Schoolhouse Rock JR. Dessert Theatre
Apr 01-11 – No School (Spring Break)
Requested Announcements
Fire-Rescue Apparel Fundraiser Benefiting Riding for Ryan
Now through March 16, the Cascade Firefighter Association is holding a Fire-Rescue apparel fundraiser. Proceeds from the sale will benefit Riding for Ryan, a local non-profit organization founded in memory of Ryan Marsman, an Ada Christian Kindergarten student who passed away in 2019. The non-profit provides free bicycle safety flags for kids to attach to their bike so they are more visible while riding.
Apparel can be purchased online at www.ridingforryan.org. Shipping is free and all orders will ship the first week in April. We hope you will consider supporting this great cause!
Looking Ahead
2022-2023 Calendar
Below is the calendar for next school year.
Aug 23 - First Day of School (Half Day, dismissal at 11:30am)
Sept 2-5 - No School (Labor Day)
Sept 26 - No School (Teacher In-Service)
Oct 19-23 - No School (CEA Convention)
Nov 23-27 - No School (Thanksgiving Break)
Dec 21 - Half Day, Dismissal at 11:30am
Dec 22-Jan 2 - No School (Christmas Break)
Jan 3 - School Resumes
Jan 16 - No School (Teacher In-Service)
Feb 16-20 - No School (Winter Break)
Mar 30-Apr 9 - No School (Spring Break)
Apr 10 - School Resumes
May 5 - Grand Friends Day (Half day, dismissal at 11:30am)
May 29 - No School (Memorial Day)
June 2 - Last Day (Half day, dismissal at 11:30am)