Hello Parents,
This weekend was full of events that showcased the talents talents that God has gifted our students’ with. Friday evening was awards night for basketball season. While we were waiting for the participants to arrive, my husband played the slide show from the 2005 basketball season. It is amazing how far our sports teams have come! We owe that to the many dedicated parents that not only keep out sports program running but to those who help to build it to be better each year.
Saturday evening we enjoyed the 2nd annual Student Council Talent Show. It is always a joy for me to see students push beyond their comfort zones and do something that they did not think they could do.
Events such as these make the difference between ACS just being a school and being a family. It is during events like these that parents get to sit together, have coffee and visit with another parent they may not know. The kids also enjoy the opportunity to see their friends outside of the classroom.
This Saturday, ACS is hosting a special social for Elementary students (grades K – 5) and their parents. I encourage you not to miss this evening. I have been promised that their will be fun for everyone. This also gives elementary parents a chance to get to know other parents you may not have met.
What makes a school a family? It is the closeness of the families involved.
Yours In Christ,
Pamela Young
Elementary Social – Saturday, March 14 at 6:30 - 9:00pm at Cornerstone Church on west 16th street. Volunteers are still needed to bring pies and help set up. We are asking everyone who attends to help clean up. Questions? Please call Kim Mabry 668-9996.
Special Chapel – for mission teams send off this Wednesday, March 19 at 8:15 am in the sanctuary. Parents are always welcome to attend. Teachers please be present for this.
Parent Teacher Surveys - A large envelope went home with your students on Friday. Enclosed you will find parent surveys for each teacher that your student has except fine arts. Please take a moment to answer the questions on the surveys and let us know your impression of your students' classes. This is not an opportunity to strike out at a teacher if you have unresolved issues. Matthew 18 directs us to take those types of issues directly to the person involved. Please turn the envelope into the office by this friday, March 13.
Basketball Photos - Basketball photo packages are in! They are FREE of charge to all players. Should you wish to make a donation to the athletic fund ($10 is suggested). The package includes the following:
• 8 X 10 collage
• 4 X 6 team picture
• 4 – 4 X 6 hero shots
Additional pictures may be ordered if desired. Email Mr. Young for any additional orders.
MAACS Field Trip for grades 3 - 6. Friday, March 20 students will attend MAACS Fine Arts Competition in Independence, MO. We will need parents to help drive and chaperone students. If you are interested please call the office.
MAACS Junior High - March 27. This is a mandatory field trip for junior high students (gr. 7 & 8).
MAACS Junior & Senior High – March 26 & 27. This is an optional field trip. Students planning on attending need to sign up in the office. Work missed is due on Monday, March 30.
Great Escape ACS social for grades 9 & 10 – Saturday, March 28. The students are heading to Jefferson City to ice skate and have dinner. Details will be sent via email.
Report Cards – Due to the high school being on mission next week, the report cards will go out Monday, March 23.
Sense and Sensibility Dinner Theatre – Tickets are on sale through the cast or in the office. Get your tickets early! We have limited seating each performance.
Friday, April 24th, at 7:00 pm Adults: $10.00 Students: $8.00 Buffet Dinner
Saturday, April 25th at 1:00 pm Adults: $ 6.00 Students: $4.00 Tea & Scones
Saturday, April 25th at 6:00 pm Adults: $10.00 Students: $8.00 Buffet Dinner
We still need help!
Volunteers still needed: The following is a list of coordinators to contact:
Mrs. Paula Crosier Cooking meals Needs cooking help
Mrs. Amber Harshner Decorating ROC Needs helpers (table setting)
Seamstresses Sewing costumes
List of props still needed:
Dining room table (dark stain preferred, enough to fit six chairs)
Tea set for 6 (cups and saucers) and tea pot
Bowl to bring water to sick bed
Various figurines to decorate fireplace mantel and tables
Hand held fans (wooden frames with lace preferred, but will accept plastic with lace)
Fruit bowl for centerpiece on dining table
Fireplace electric log grate set
3 tiered server in silver (3-5)
Upcoming Events:
• March 26 – Prom meeting
• March 25 – Senior Meeting
• April 2 – Cognitive testing grades 3, 7, 9
• April 6, 7, 8 - Iowa Basics testing grades K – 11
• April 9 – 14 – Resurrection Break
• April 17 – School wide Easter egg hunt
• April 18 – Prom