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Ada Connection - Oct 11, 2023 October 11th, 2023

Ada Connection

A Note From The Principal

Building ACS Community

Building ACS community is a focus this year and this picture tells the story. Bringing back Buddies has been a huge blessing for our faculty and students. I realize I have written about this before, but it is so easy to snap a picture, smile and be assured that our students get to experience some joy with their new friends.

I wonder how this will go for the rest of the year? Will our older students be reminded of what it was like when they were that age? Will our younger students want to be like the big kids because of the investment of time they are experiencing? When these moments are scheduled, they will happen. When opportunities arise naturally, those moments may be seized by either or both sides. The relationships that are forming is just the beginning of intentional planning and God-honoring moments for our students to see Jesus in the flesh. 

We need to be Jesus’ hands and feet. We want to be Jesus’ hands and feet. ACS is providing moments for the Holy Spirit to move. I am excited where this will lead us!

This Week

Book Fair - Oct 11-17

 It’s book fair time! Visit from now until October 17 and follow the leads to thrilling new reads. Open in the school library Oct 11-17, 7:30am - 3:30pm. Also open during parent/teacher conferences and PurePlay.

Moms In Prayer

Join us for Moms in Prayer on Thursday from 8:00-9:00am in the back ACS conference room. Our attribute this week is "God is our Defender". We will be praying specifically for our 3rd graders. Contact Kristen Yeh (616-307-2488) with any questions. Younger siblings are always welcome.

Lost & Found

Starting tomorrow the lost & found will be on display in the front lobby. Please swing by and take a look during conferences. Any items not claimed before fall break will be boxed up and donated. 

Action Needed

Parent Teacher Conference Schedule 

Please review the K-6 Parent Teacher Conference Schedule. Note that there are two different tabs for Oct 12 & 17. If you are unable to attend at your scheduled time please correspond with your child's teacher directly.

7th & 8th grade parents can expect to meet with middle school teachers in a 3-min round robin style conference on both evenings. 

Going Out of Town?

As a reminder, please email Kimmie Brander for any attendance updates for Fall Break. It is important to let us know if you are leaving early for your trip or staying later, that way we do not bother you on your trip with a phone call from the school! 

Kindergarten Intentions

As we begin to prepare for next year’s enrollment we are asking parents to help in this process. 

If you are the parent of a 4-5 year old and interested in Kindergarten at ACS next year please take a few moments to complete this Kindergarten Intentions form. Official enrollment for 24-25 will take place in mid February.

First time Kindergartener in the family? Beginning in October, Principal Sall will open up his calendar to meet with any families new to Kindergarten at ACS.

Now You Know

Elementary Music Programs 

Ada Christian’s 2nd-4th graders present:

Behind the Manger Scenes
Who? 2nd-4th Grade Students
When? Thursday, December 7 @ 6:30pm

Please have your child wear their best Christmas apparel to the concert. 

If your child is interested in listening to the songs for the program they can follow the link below.

Behind the Manger Scenes Program Music

Mark your calendars…

Y5’s-1st grade Spring Concert April 16 @ 6:30pm

Every Square Inch Apparel

This year we are launching our First "Every Square Inch" Farm Fundraiser! A wise theologen once said "There is not a square inch in the whole domain of our human existence over which Christ, who is Sovereign over all, does not cry, Mine! 'ˮ 

We would like to introduce you to our Every Square Inch Fall Line of apparel. All of the profits from each item will go directly to paying for the food and fresh bedding for our goats and chickens. In addition this money will be used for the seeds we need to keep our gardens growing year round. The virtual storefront will be live until Friday, Oct 27. All orders will be filled and delivered to school by Nov, 27. Thank you for all your support! Items are available in infant - adult sizes while supplies last.

- Mrs. Merrill a.k.a. “Cha Cha”

Unicycle Club

The ACS Unicycle Club is for 1st-8th grade students who would like to learn how to ride a unicycle or progress in their unicycle skills. We are offering the first club for this school year during the month of November.

We will meet after school from 3:05pm-4:00pm on the following Tuesdays: November 7, 14, 21, 28. 

Unicycle club is full at this time. Please keep a look out in the spring for another opportunity. 

Questions? Contact Mrs. Boerman () or Coach DK ()

Education Foundation Fundraising Dinner - November 2

On behalf of the Ada Christian School Education Foundation:

You’re Invited to Ada Christian School on November 2, 2023 at 6:00 pm for the annual fall gathering. This event is the signature fundraising event for the Ada Christian School Education Foundation, which supports our call to provide a high quality Christian education to anyone who desires it. We hope you can join us on the campus of Ada Christian as we celebrate and launch our Faith Forward Advancement Campaign. Come enjoy an evening with friends as we share exciting plans for the future of Ada Christian School. 

This year we welcome well-known practitioner, adolescent and family scholar, and author 

Dr. Chap Clark. As a former pastor of St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church in Newport Beach, CA, a professor and vice provost at Fuller Seminary, and a 15-year leader on Young Life staff, Chap has given his life to the encouragement and empowerment of young people and those who work with and for them. Be prepared for an uplifting and energizing message that promises to inspire! 

Annual Ada Christian Education Foundation Fundraiser

Ada Christian School
6206 Ada Dr SE
Ada, MI 49301

November 2, 2023 at 6:00pm

6:00pm Cocktail Hour and Hors d’oeuvres 

6:30pm Program and Faith Forward Campaign Launch

7:30pm Strolling Dinner, Drinks and Campus Experiences

Suggested Attire: Business Attire
Individual Tickets: $125
Sponsorship Information

For more information or questions, please contact Mark Stuit, Director of Advancement at 616.676.1289 ext 102.

ACS Grounds Clean Up Day

The Operations Committee is hosting a Grounds Clean Up Day on Oct 28 from 8:00am - 2:00pm. We plan to tackle some fall clean-up in preparation for winter. This includes trimming trees, moving mulch, pulling weeds, etc. We need approximately 20 people to help around campus during each of our 2hr sessions. Anyone middle school age and older is welcome to help. Please sign-up so we know who to anticipate. Thank You. 

If you have any questions please contact Rob Knecht, or Nate Kiser, ">nkiser@adachristian.org.

School Lunch Program - Oct Menu

Next week brings a new month and a new Hot Lunch Menu . Check out the menu and plan for the month of October!

Visit adachristian.org/hotlunch for details or to apply for lunch assistance. For questions on your hot lunch account please contact Jill Zondag,

PTO Happenings

Charleston Wrap Results

We are beyond excited to announce that we reached our Charleston Wrap fundraising goal! With the help of our AMAZING Ada Christian friends and family we raised over $20,000!

The PTO is beyond grateful for your support of this fundraiser.  Your generosity will benefit the students, teachers, and staff with classroom items and experiences - all that will enhance the learning environment of our school. A heartfelt THANK YOU to all who participated to make this fundraiser a success! 

Our winners will be announced this Friday! Stay tuned for this exciting news!  

Athletics

PurePlay (Y5's-4th grade)

Soccer

Last week of PurePlay soccer this Saturday, girls at 9:00am; boys at 10:30am.

Basketball

Basketball sign ups are now open!

Young 5's - Kindergarten will take place at ACS (Jan 13-Feb 3).

1st-4th partners with GRCS (Dec 2-Feb 10).

Mark Your Calendar

Oct 12 & 17 - PT Conferences
Oct 18-22 - No School (Fall Break)
Nov 2 - Annual Dinner