A Note From The Principal
P is for Principal
This Week
Moms In Prayer
Join us for Moms in Prayer on Thursday, March 14 from 8:00-9:00am in the back ACS conference room. Our attribute this week is "God is Our Encourager". We will be praying specifically for our 7th grade students and staff. Contact Kristen Yeh at momsinprayer@adachristian.org ;with any questions. Younger siblings are always welcome.
Summer Opportunities
Summer Camps & Tutoring
Every year it seems like our list of summer opportunities grows even bigger! Led by ACS teachers camp activities will ordinarily take place at ACS unless special approval has been granted. This summer we will offer the following camps:
- Animal Adventure Camp (Preschool-1st)
- Art Camp (3rd-5th & 6th-8th)
- Bake-A-Book (Preschool)
- Farm Club (2nd-8th)
- Forest Adventure Camp (2nd-8th)
- Little Tikes Art Camp (1st&2nd)
- Preschool Olympics (Preschool)
- Summer Olympics Camp (1st-3rd)
- Spiritual Retreat (Middle School Girls)
Several Ada Christian teachers will be offering tutoring this summer. These tutoring sessions will be hosted at Ada Christian School.
- Elementary - Reading and Writing
- Elementary - Language Arts and Math
- PreAlgebra, Algebra & Geometry
Summer Covenant Care
In Summer Covenant Care students will experience the summer alongside friends and participate in enriching activities. Care will be available Mon-Thurs, June 10-August 8.
GRASP
GRASP is an optional summer correspondence education program for grades K through 8, which helps students maintain reading and math skills while they are on summer vacation. Forms can be downloaded or can be picked up in the ACS office and are due by spring break.
Now You Know
8th Grade Musical Tickets Little Mermaid Jr.
The ACS 8th Grade class presents Disney's "Little Mermaid Jr."
We would love to share this night with you. Come for the show and stay after for dessert and coffee!
Tickets are $13. Show begins at 7:00pm
Online orders will be accepted through March 20. If you wish to purchase tickets after this time, you may do so at the doors the night of the performance.
Spring Book Fair
WHO: EVERYONE
WHAT: THE BOOK FAIR
WHEN: NOW through March 27 (online) & March 21- 27 (in person)
WHY: - Encourage children to read and build their imaginations
- Raise funds for the ACS Library
- Collect purchased books for Officer Judy's Book Box*
WAYS TO SHOP:
IN PERSON - Students and adults can browse The Literati Book Fair in person March 21-27
ONLINE - You can also shop online NOW - March 27.
Please share our link with family and friends to purchase for themselves as well!
Every purchase benefits the ACS Library!
Every safari needs a guide—and it could be you! Help our students explore the reading wilds as a book fair volunteer. All volunteers get 20% off of their purchases. Sign up here.
Don't know how much money to send with your child with or do you want to make sure you know what they are buying? Browse books here! There are plenty of middle school titles and a few books for parents (think cookbooks) as well.
Do Grandpa or Aunt Pam want to support the book fair but don't know how? Ideas for family members and friends - Digital Gift Cards and age-based Literati Book Club Memberships are available online.
The Book Fair this year has some really great drawings happening! Local businesses have been so generous! For every book purchase in person, your family will be entered into the drawing. Some of the donations include -
- Boulder Ridge Zoo Passes
- Jet's Pizza
- Subway
- Chick-Fil-A
- Starbucks
- Frederick Meijer Garden Passes
Also, other fun free gifts with purchase!
*Every purchase benefits the ACS Library and every donated purchase benefits Officer Judy's Book Box. Look for more information about Officer Judy’s Book Box in upcoming issues of the Ada Connection and in your children’s classroom communication.
Questions? Contact Amy Irvine alirvine11@gmail.com ;
Employment Opportunities
We currently have openings in the following positions for the 24-25 school year:
- Y5s-1st Music and 7th/8th Choir Teacher
- Elementary Math Interventionist
- Band/Orchestra/Music support
- Sub bus driver
March is Reading Month
We are celebrating all month long with author visits, special events, field trips and activities! Please click here for a full list. Stay tuned each week for the upcoming fun events!
THIS WEEK:
Friday, March 15 - Pages & PJs Day: Wear your comfiest clothes to curl up with a good book.
Friday March 15 - Author Visit (K-4th Grade): Eric and Meredith Schrotenboer will be joining us in the ACS Library to talk about the historical, geographical and cultural context of the Bible in storybook form. Parents invited!
1st and 2nd Grades: 9:20-9:50am
Kindergarten: 10:20-10:50am
3rd and 4th Grades: 11:00-11:30am
There is a special opportunity to purchase a signed copy of these books at a discounted price. Order forms are kindly requested to be returned by Friday, March 15th.
For a bit of extra fun, check out this recent WZZM video highlighting authors Eric and Meredith Schrotenboer, along with the release of their new book. We are honored to bring them in for the Kindergarten through 4th Graders.
GRAND RAPIDS GOLD READING PROGRAM
We have some more March is Reading Month fun sponsored by the Grand Rapids Gold!
The Grand Rapids Gold are participating with us for March is Reading Month. Read some books and enjoy a game. This link is good for four free tickets this Saturday, March 16 @ noon.
Keep Reading!
Questions? Please contact Holly Karasinski (moc.liamg@4322kylloh) or Anna Hartemayer (moc.liamg@esuohtlobanna)
School Lunch Program - March Menu
Check out the menu and plan for the month of March!
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
Staff Appreciation Week - Mar 11-15
It’s Staff Appreciation Week! As we celebrate our amazing ACS staff and teachers each and every day, we’ve set aside this week to celebrate and recognize their hard work with our families. It’s not too late to share your appreciation! A special note, big high-five, or simple thank you means so much!
- Many thanks from your ACS PTO
Mother Son Event - Apr 12
Save the date: The Mother Son event will be on Friday, April 12. More details to come!
Athletics
PurePlay (K-4th)
What: Track and Field Club
Students will be given the chance to try a wide variety of track and field events
Who: 1st-4th graders
When: Wednesdays, April 17, 24, May 1, 8 3-4:15 pm.
Where: ACS track
Why: Because exercise is FUN!
Cost: Nothing...but must be ready to work hard
Help: Volunteers are needed to help at stations
How: Sign up by emailing Coach DK (gro.naitsirhcada@enielkeds)
Deadline: April 12
Mark Your Calendar
Mar 11-15 - Teacher/Staff Appreciation Week
Mar 21&22 - 8th Grade Musical
Mar 28-Apr 7 - Spring Break
Looking ahead: 24-25 Calendar