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  • July 1, 2014

    Greeting ACS families!  As I sit here and type this bulletin, I am reminded of how quickly the summers fly by.  July 4th is just around the corner and before you know it, it will be time for volleyball and soccer practices to begin.  I have visited with many of you over the past few weeks and am thrilled to learn that several are enjoying vacations and much needed time off!!  As you travel this summer, please take a moment to look around and be mindful of the beauty that surrounds us that God has created specifically for our enjoyment!  We serve a mighty God indeed!!

    September Tuition - Please remember September tuition is due in the month of June to secure your child's spot.  1 child $195 - each additional child $155

    Parent Volunteer Jobs - Check out our website to see what jobs may still be available for your choosing.  When you select the highlighted job that is available, it will send an email to the office so Gay can record you as job coordinator.  

    Summer Reading Program - This year's summer reading program is optional, however, we will still be giving away great prizes at the beginning of the school year for the most minutes read.  Please be encouraging your child to read, read, read!!

    Athletic Fundraiser - All ACS athletic teams will be participating in a sports fundraiser on July 14 at the Missouri State Fairgrounds (Swine Pavilion).  They will be providing food and friendly service all day.  Any questions, please contact Cindy Rieckhoff.  

    Sports Physicals - We are in the process of scheduling sports physicals. Please be checking the school calendar regularly.  We will post the date as soon as it is confirmed.   

    Yearbooks - Yearbooks are in and look great!  They will be handed out at the skating party and at kick off.  Thank you yearbook staff:  Natalie Church, Megan Breid, Emma Greer, Mrs. Debord, and Ms. Ditzfeld.

    Boston Fundraisers - Parking lot sale at Calvary Episcopal Church - 713 S. Ohio Ave. Sedalia - July 12 from 8:00 am - 3:00 pm - Contact Shelly with any questions (596-4044) - Come out and support our Boston families!!!

      El Tapatio - July 24th from 5:00 - 9:00 pm

    Happy Birthday:  (3)Debra States; (10)Linda Dial; (17)Kelsey Patton; (28)Gareth Herrington; (30)Bradley Rogers; (30)Mikala Walton 

    Upcoming Dates:  July (12) Boston Fundraiser - Parking lot sale; (14) Athletic Fundraiser - Swine Pavilion;  (24) Boston Fundraiser - El Tapatio;  August (4) Wheel Thing Skate Party; (18) School Board Meeting; (21) New Family Orientation; (25) New Teacher (1st and 2nd year) Meeting;  (27) Teacher Inservice (28) Kick off; September (3) First day of School

  • June 2, 2014

    Hello ACS families!!  I hope everyone is having a great summer and perhaps reading a bit for our summer reading program! J  I am excited to be serving our Applewood families in new ways this summer and upcoming school year.  I ask that all our families join me in prayer over our school and be on the lookout for areas you may be called to serve.  We are already busy in the office preparing schedules for our staff and students, so please feel free to call or come by if you have any questions.  I will try to post a new bulletin on the first Monday of each month throughout the summer, or more often if it becomes necessary.  Please continue to check out our website all summer long as there are always new and exciting things being posted.

     

    Summer Reading Program- Please find specific information regarding our summer reading program on the home page of our website.    

     

    Book Fee- If you have not paid book fees (due in May) please submit to the office as soon as possible.  Book fees are $165 per student. 

     

    September tuition payment- All returning families/students need to pay September tuition in the month of June.  The fee schedule is as follows:  

    (1) student         $195

    (2) students       $350

    (3) students       $505

    (4) students       $660

     

    Student Council- Please let Caroline know if you can help serve Meals on Wheels.  ACS will be serving June 9-13 from 10:30 – 12:00.  We are in need of 6 drivers and at least 6 servers each day. 

     

     Welcome new teachers!!! – We have been richly blessed by the addition of 3 new teachers to our staff!!  Welcome aboard to the following:              

    Jennifer Bessert – Science and Reading

    Christina Chancellor – Art and yearbook

    Erica Daniel – 3rd grade afternoon

     

    Position Available – Advanced Math I and Advanced Math II – Please let the office know if you or someone you know may be interested.

     

    Parent Jobs – An email has gone out letting you know our parent job list has been reset and is ready for your selection.  Jobs go quickly and you may miss out on the job of your choice if not selected soon.  Please note that the jobs highlighted in yellow are available to you on a first come first serve basis.  Please let the office know by email when you find the job you want.  Each family needs 3 points.

     

    Up-Coming Dates:           June

    5             Academic Meeting

    19           Boston Fundraiser – El Tapatio

    30           School Board Meeting

     

    June Birthdays:

    (1) Carla Leon

    (16) Lorna Sparks

    (17) Oralia Spellmeyer   

    (21) Sarah Greer

    (23) Emma Greer

    (23) Bethany Rogers

    (28) Kelley Bergman

  • May 9, 2014

    Hello ACS!                                                                                                   

     

                Only one more week left of our school year!! Thank you to all our families and teachers for making this year a wonderful academic experience! It has been my pleasure to see how each student has grown – physically, mentally, and spiritually!

                Just a reminder, Kindergarten graduation is Tuesday, May 13 at 6:30 pm. Please join us as we celebrate with our Kindergarten graduates: Samuel Bessert, Owen Daniel, David Nevels, and Kelsey Patton.

                Congratulations to our Junior High Art students and Ms. Angie Ditzfield for a fantastic art show/ contest! The first place winner was Xiara Leon; second place was Tori Price; and, third place went to Peyton Triplett. Great job!! Thank you to all who came out to vote and to the elementary students for their art displays!

               

    Yearbooks: Order forms need to be turned in Monday, May 12!

     

    Bookmobile: Please have your child return their books to school by Monday, May 12.

     

    Family Club: Please check your red folders for your last “thermometer” from family club for this school year. It was sent home on Wednesday and stated the final amounts owed.

     

    Last Day of School / Clean-Up Day: Friday, May 16 – This is not an academic day. It is spent cleaning up each classroom and storing things for the summer. Please dress accordingly and within ACS dress code. It will be a shortened day.

    Grades K-4 will be finished at 9:30 am

    Grades 5-11 will be finished by 11:00 am.

     

    Student Council: Show-Me Christian Youth Home – Contributions need to be at school by Friday, May 16. The list of donations is as follows: Juniors - home cleaning supplies; Sophomores - hygiene products; Freshmen - towels; 8th grade - any of the items listed, if they would like to be involved. The collection area is in the ROC foyer next to the trophy case. There will be a housewarming card for each contributor to sign on top of the trophy case. Student Council members will be attending the Green Ridge open house (the new facility for which we are collecting) on May 31st. They will present the collected items along with a $500 check for the house parents to use on the facility as needed.

     

    Happy Birthday!: May 10-16

    Students: Meredith Crosier, Miranda Crosier

     

    Up-Coming Dates:

                May 10            Seniors Graduation

                May 12            School Board Mtg

                May 13            Kindergarten Graduation

                May 15            Spring Sports Awards

                May 16            Last Day of School – ½ day

                May 21            Book Turn-In/ Grade Cards Out

  • May 2, 2014

    Hello ACS!                                                                                                   

     

                Graduations are quickly approaching! Our seniors invite you to join them Saturday, May 10 at 2 pm to celebrate! Please join us as we honor our graduates: Erin Cloud, Allison Cormican, Meredith Crosier, Miranda Crosier, Joel Reed, and Emalea Rieckhoff. Also, the last day of school for seniors is Wednesday, May 7. Please join us at noon as all the students say goodbye to our seniors.

                Our Kindergarten graduation is Tuesday, May 13 at 6:30 pm. Please join us as we celebrate with our Kindergarten graduates: Samuel Bessert, Owen Daniel, David Nevels, and Kelsey Patton.

                Our last day of school is Friday, May 16! Please note that it is only a half day of school. We will not have class as usual but will instead be doing our year-end clean up.

     

    Boston Parking Lot Sale: Saturday, May 3, 8 am-4 pm, Calvary Episcopal Church - Come check out the sale and show your support for those going to Boston!

     

    Yearbooks: Order forms went home Wednesday and are due back Friday, May 9. The computer templates look fantastic for this year’s edition. It should prove to be a well-done, exciting, and fun yearbook! The yearbook class has been doing a great job!

     

    Art Display and Contest: Monday, May 5 – Junior High art students will be displaying their projects for the contest in the Awana room. Students, teachers, and parents are invited to vote for their favorites. Elementary students will have their projects on display but not in the contest.

     

    Book-It Skating Party: K-5 – Thursday, May 8, 2-4 pm – This is a free event for the students who have completed the book-it program. Anyone is invited to join them but there will be a cost to skate. A letter and skate pass were previously sent home with all students who are eligible.

     

    Bookmobile: Wednesday, May 14 – This will be the last day for the bookmobile. It is only for returning books, not checking out new books. Please have your child return their books to school by Monday, May 12.

     

    Happy Birthday!: May 3-9

    Students: Taylor Mabry

    Teachers: Julie DeBord

     

    Up-Coming Dates:

                May 5              Family Club Mtg

                May 7              Seniors Last Day – ½ day

                May 8              Book-It Skating Party

                May 10            Seniors Graduation

                May 12            School Board Mtg

                May 13            Kindergarten Graduation

                May 15            Spring Sports Awards

  • April 23, 2014

    Hello ACS!                                                                                                   

     

                Graduations are quickly approaching! Our seniors invite you to join them Saturday, May 10 at 2 pm to celebrate! On Tuesday, May 13, we have our Kindergarten graduation. Also, the last day of school for seniors is Wednesday, May 7. If you wish to join us, we say good-by to our seniors during lunch.

                Just a reminder that in May we pay our book fee for the up-coming school year. The fee is $165 per student. In June, we pay our September tuition fee for the up-coming school year; this ensures your spot for the school year. The payment is $195 for your first child and $155 for each additional. Thank you!!

               

    Charleston!: Friday, Apr 25 & Saturday, Apr 26 – Doors open at 6:30 pm; Performance begins at 7:00 pm. Tickets purchased beforehand are $8 for adults, $6 for students, and preschoolers are free. You may purchase tickets at the office. At the door, tickets are $9 for adults and $7 for students. There will be a concession stand each evening with all profits going to the drama department.

     

    Girls Soccer Senior Recognition: Monday, Apr 28, 5:30 pm – Come support our soccer team and help us honor our seniors!

     

    Art Display and Contest: Monday, May 5 – Junior High art students will be displaying their projects for the contest in the Awana room. Students, teachers, and parents are invited to vote for their favorites. Elementary students will have their projects on display but not in the contest. An email with more information was sent out today.

     

    Book-It Skating Party: K-5 – Thursday, May 8, 2-4 pm – This is a free event for the students who have completed the book-it program. Anyone is invited to join them but there will be a cost to skate. A letter and skate pass will be sent home Friday with all students who are eligible.

     

    Bookmobile: Wednesday, May 12 – This will be the last day for the bookmobile. It is only for returning books, not checking out new books. Please have your child return their books to school by Monday, May 10.

     

    Happy Birthday!: Apr 23-May 2

    Students: Joshua Cormican, Shiloh Conroy, Jacob Baker, Allison Cormican

    Teachers: Steve Venable, Jamie Patton, Dharma Leon

     

    Up-Coming Dates:

                Apr 25-26        Charleston! ACS Drama Production

                Apr 28             Spirit Day – Girls Soccer Senior Recognition

                May 5              Family Club Mtg

                May 7              Seniors Last Day – ½ day

                May 8              Book-It Skating Party

                May 10            Seniors Graduation

  • April 11, 2014

    Hello ACS!                                                                                                  

     

                We are already making plans for next year! Part of our process is receiving applications for new students and teachers. Student applications can be downloaded from the website. We are currently in need of the following teaching positions: an elementary teacher, high school math, and art for K-12. If you know of someone who might be interested in ACS, please have them look at our website or call the office.

                Please remember that April is the last month to pay tuition for this school year. In May, we pay our book fee for the up-coming school year. The fee is $165 per student. In June, we pay our September tuition fee for the up-coming school year; this ensures your spot for the school year. The payment is $195 for your first child and $155 for each additional.

               

    Iowa Basics Testing: Mon, Apr 14; Tues, Apr 15; and Wed, Apr 16 – 8:30 am

    Grades 2-8 will be all 3 days. Grades 9-11 will be only Monday and Tuesday. Grade K-1 will not be at school this week. Information sheets were sent home last week.

     

    Elementary Field Trip: Thursday, Apr 17, 8:15 am- 1:00 pm, Grades K-5 –

    There is no cost. At Truman Dam, they will have a guided tour of the Visitor Center. At the Hatchery, they will take a tour and be able to fish.

     

    Charleston!: Friday, Apr 25 & Saturday, Apr 26 – Doors open at 6:30 pm; Performance begins at 7:00 pm. Tickets purchased beforehand are $8 for adults, $6 for students, and preschoolers are free. You may purchase tickets at the office. At the door, tickets are $9 for adults and $7 for students. There will be a concession stand each evening with all profits going to the drama department.

     

    Bookmobile: Wednesday, May 12 – This will be the last day for the bookmobile. It is only for returning books, not checking out new books. Please have your child return their books to school by Monday, May 10.

     

    Happy Birthday!: Apr 12-25

    Students: Owen Daniel, Luke Rehmer, Joshua Cormican, Shiloh Conroy

    Teachers: Monica Farr

     

    Up-Coming Dates:

                Apr 14-16        Iowa Basics Testing

                Apr 21             School Board Mtg

                Apr 23             Classes Resume                      

                Apr 25-26        ACS Drama Production

                Apr 28             Spirit Day

                May 1              Academic Committee Mtg

                May 5              Family Club Mtg

                May 7              Seniors Last Day – ½ day

                May 8              Book-It Skating Party

                May 10            Seniors Graduation

  • April 4, 2014

    Hello ACS!                                                                                                   

     

                Girls’ soccer has started and we invite everyone to check the calendar and attend a game! To support soccer, Monday will be a spirit day!

                We are already making plans for next year! Part of our process is receiving applications for new students and teachers. Student applications can be downloaded from the website. We are currently in need of the following teaching positions: an elementary teacher, high school math, and art for K-12. If you know of someone who might be interested in ACS, please have them look at our website or call the office.

               

    Scrapping for Boston: Saturday, Apr 5, 9 am-5 pm –This is a fundraising event for Boston. If you’re interested in scrapping, the cost is $25. There will be several vendors here displaying their wares and hoping to sell! Please stop by and shop for Easter or Mother’s Day, even if you do not stay to scrapbook! Thanks!!        

     

    High School Plan Night: Tuesday, Apr 8, 6:30 pm – This is a very important night for all students and parents in grades 8-11. We spend time discussing your high school career at ACS and making decisions specific to your grade level. Attendance is vital! Please plan now to attend!

     

    Cognitive Testing: Thursday, Apr 10 – Grades 3, 7, 9 – This will be in the morning only. Students will have a lightened homework day. They will be receiving more information closer to the date.

     

    Iowa Basics Testing: Monday, Apr 14; Tuesday, Apr 15; and Wednesday, Apr 16 – Just a reminder for our week of testing. We will only be in school during the mornings for testing. Grades 2-8 will be all 3 days. Grades 9-11 will be only Monday and Tuesday. Grade K-1 will not be at school this week as they do their testing during their normal school day the week before. We will be sending home more information soon.

     

    Elementary Field Trip: Thursday, Apr 17, 8:15 am- 1:00 pm, Grades K-5 –

    Permission slips were sent home today for this field trip to Truman Dam and the Lost Valley Fish Hatchery. There is no cost. At Truman Dam, they will have a guided tour of the Visitor Center. At the Hatchery, they will take a tour and be able to fish. Drivers and chaperones are needed. Please return your permission slip as soon as possible. Thanks!

     

    Charleston!: Friday, Apr 25 & Saturday, Apr 26 – Doors open at 6:30 pm; Performance begins at 7:00 pm. Tickets purchased beforehand are $8 for adults, $6 for students, and preschoolers are free. You may purchase tickets at the office. At the door, tickets are $9 for adults and $7 for students. There will be a concession stand each evening with all profits going to the drama department.

     

    Happy Birthday!: Apr 5-12

    Students: None

    Teachers: Joyce Nichols

     

    Up-Coming Dates:

                Apr 5               Junior/Senior Prom; Scrapping for Boston

                Apr 7               Family Club Mtg

                Apr 8               High School Plan Night

                Apr 10             Cognitive Testing

                Apr 14-16        Iowa Basics Skills Testing

                Apr 23             Classes Resume                      

  • March 28, 2014

    Hello ACS!                                                                                         

                Congratulations to our new ACS principal, Mrs. Kathy Greer! The school board offered Mrs. Greer the job during their meeting Monday evening, March 21st. She will begin serving effective June 1st. Mrs. Greer has been a part of Applewood as a parent for 11 years and as a teacher for 6 years. She has also served as a part of the athletic program coaching volleyball throughout the years. Her husband, Josh, is a member of the school board and their three children attend ACS – Emma, Sarah, and Isaac. Congratulations, Mrs. Greer!!

    High School Plan Night: Tuesday, Apr 8, 6:30 pm – This is a very important night for all students and parents in grades 8-11. We spend time discussing your high school career at ACS and making decisions specific to your grade level. Attendance is vital! Please plan now to attend!

    Cognitive Testing: Thursday, Apr 10 – Grades 3, 7, 9 – This will be in the morning only. Students will have a lightened homework day. They will be receiving more information closer to the date.

    Iowa Basics Testing: Monday, Apr 14; Tuesday, Apr 15; and Wednesday, Apr 16 – Just a reminder for our week of testing. We will only be in school during the mornings for testing. Grades 2-8 will be all 3 days. Grades 9-11 will be only Monday and Tuesday. Grade K-1 will not be at school this week as they do their testing during their normal school day the week before. We will be sending home more information soon.

    Elementary Field Trip: Thursday, Apr 17, 8:15 am- 1:00 pm, Grades K-5 – Permission slips were sent home today for this field trip to Truman Dam and the Lost Valley Fish Hatchery. There is no cost. At Truman Dam, they will have a guided tour of the Visitor Center. At the Hatchery, they will take a tour and be able to fish. Drivers and chaperones are needed. Please return your permission slip as soon as possible. Thanks!

    Charleston!: Friday, Apr 25 & Saturday, Apr 26 – Doors open at 6:30 pm; Performance begins at 7:00 pm. Tickets purchased beforehand are $8 for adults, $6 for students, and preschoolers are free. You may purchase tickets at the office. At the door, tickets are $9 for adults and $7 for students. There will be a concession stand each evening with all profits going to the drama department.

     

    Happy Birthday!: Mar 28-Apr 4

    Students: Kristine Rodriguez, Zach Shull


    Up-Coming Dates:

                Mar 31             Athletic Committee Mtg

                Apr 5               Junior/Senior Prom

                Apr 7               Family Club Mtg

                Apr 8               High School Plan Night

                Apr 10             Cognitive Testing

                Apr 14-16        Iowa Basics Skills Testing                 


  • March 21, 2014

     Hello ACS!                                                                                          


                 This Tuesday is our technology seminar. I hope that each family will have a parent available to attend and that our students in junior high and high school will be present. It should prove to be very enlightening.

                Please mark your calendars now for the ACS Drama Production! It is April 25-26. Several of our students in grades 4th-12th are busily working now on the production. It is a 1920’s musical entitled Charleston. With 34 students involved, it is our largest cast ever!


    The Dark Side of Technology Seminar: – Tues., Mar 25, 6:30 pm, Sanctuary - We will be showing The Dark Side of Technology DVD and hosting a conference call for questions with the author, Brad Huddleston. You can research his material further at www.bradhuddleston.com. We highly recommend this informative seminar for all parents and for students, 5th grade and up.


    High School Plan Night: Tuesday, Apr 8, 6:30 pm – This is a very important night for all students and parents in grades 8-11. We spend time discussing your high school career at ACS and making decisions specific to your grade level. Attendance is vital! Please plan now to attend!


    Cognitive Testing: Thursday, Apr 10 – Grades 3, 7, 9 – This will be in the morning only. Students will have a lightened homework day. They will be receiving more information closer to the date.


    Iowa Basics Testing: Monday, Apr 14; Tuesday, Apr 15; and Wednesday, Apr 16 – Just a reminder for our week of testing. We will only be in school during the mornings for testing. Grades 2-8 will be all 3 days. Grades 9-11 will be only Monday and Tuesday. Grade K-1 will not be at school this week as they do their testing during their normal school day the week before. We will be sending home more information as the week gets closer.


    Charleston!: Friday, Apr 25 & Saturday, Apr 26 – Doors open at 6:30 pm; Performance begins at 7:00 pm. Tickets purchased beforehand are $8 for adults, $6 for students, and preschoolers are free. You may purchase tickets at the office. At the door, tickets are $9 for adults and $7 for students. There will be a concession stand each evening with all profits going to the drama department.


    Happy Birthday!: Mar 21-28

    Students: Wylie Hohag


    Up-Coming Dates:

                Mar 24             ACS School Board Mtg

                Mar 25             Technology Seminar

                Mar 31             Athletic Committee Mtg




  • March 14, 2014

    Hello ACS!                                                                                    

     

                Winter Sports Awards is this Tuesday. We invite everyone to attend and hear how our basketball teams did this year! The varsity girls are playing today in Springfield for 3rd place in the National Christian Homeschool Tournament.

                Please mark your calendars now for the ACS Drama Production! It is April 25-26. Several of our students in grades 4th-12th are busily working now on the production. It is a 1920’s musical entitled Charleston. With 34 students involved, it is our largest cast ever!

    Art Teacher: Mrs. Julie DeBord’s mother has suffered a heart attack and Julie has taken a permanent leave of absence. Please keep their family in your prayers. Miss Angie Ditzfield has been hired as a permanent sub for the remainder of this school year.

    Drama Students: Please be mindful of your rehearsal times. If you cannot make a rehearsal, please let Mrs. Leon know in writing.

    Elementary Gathering: Thursday, March 20, 10-11:30 am – Grades K-5 will be getting together at Centennial Park in Sedalia. Come wearing green and bring something green to eat in your sack lunch. There will be a fun and educational activity. To ensure we have enough green supplies, please RSVP by March 17. You may sign up in the office or text Mrs. Boyd. Your child should have received a flyer with all the details.

    The Dark Side of Technology Seminar: – Tues., March 25, 6:30 pm We will be showing The Dark Side of Technology DVD and hosting a conference call for questions with the author, Brad Huddleston. A few teachers heard Brad speak at a training seminar in the fall and were very impressed with him and his material. Presently, Mr. Groshart is taking the computer class through his book. You can research his material further at www.bradhuddleston.com. We highly recommend this informative seminar for all parents and for students, 5th grade and up.

    Happy Birthday!: Mar 14-21

    No birthdays this week.

    Up-Coming Dates:

                Mar 18             Winter Sports Awards

                Mar 20             Elementary Gathering

                Mar 24             ACS School Board Mtg

                Mar 25             Technology Seminar


               


     




  • March 7, 2014

    Hello ACS!                                                                                         

     

                Well, hopefully, winter is over and we will not have to worry anymore about snow days! Thank you to all for helping us to keep things running so smoothly!

                Please remember our varsity girls’ basketball team as they will be traveling back and forth to Springfield this coming week to participate in the National Homeschool Championships! Also, we invite everyone to attend the winter sports awards night, Tuesday, March 18.

                Today was the last day for third quarter! We should have grade cards out next Friday. School is quickly coming to an end. Let’s encourage our students to finish strong!

     

    Bookmobile: Wednesday, March 12 – Please remind your child to return their books to school.

     

    Elementary Gathering: Thursday, March 20, 10-11:30 am – Grades K-5 will be getting together at Centennial Park in Sedalia. Come wearing green and bring something green to eat in your sack lunch. There will be a fun and educational activity. To ensure we have enough green supplies, please RSVP by March 17. You may sign up in the office or text Mrs. Boyd. Your child should have received a flyer with all the details.

               

    The Dark Side of Technology Seminar: DATE CHANGE – Tues., March 25, 6:30 pm We will be showing The Dark Side of Technology DVD and hosting a conference call for questions with the author, Brad Huddleston. A few teachers heard Brad speak at a training seminar in the fall and were very impressed with him and his material. Presently, Mr. Groshart is taking the computer class through his book. You can research his material further at www.bradhuddleston.com. We highly recommend this informative seminar for all parents and for students, 5th grade and up.

     

    Happy Birthday!: Mar 7-14

    Students: Matthew Sumner

     

    Up-Coming Dates:

                Mar 12             Bookmobile

                Mar 18             Winter Sports Awards

                Mar 20             Elementary Gathering

                Mar 24             ACS School Board Mtg

                Mar 25             Technology Seminar

               

     

  • February 26, 2014


    Hello ACS!                                                

                Let’s keep our varsity girls’ and boys’ basketball teams in our prayers! They will be traveling to Quincy, Illinois for their regional tournaments! Good luck, teams!!

    The Dark Side of Technology Seminar: DATE CHANGE – Tues., March 25, 6:30 pm We will be showing The Dark Side of Technology DVD and hosting a conference call for questions with the author, Brad Huddleston. A few teachers heard Brad speak at a training seminar in the fall and were very impressed with him and his material. Presently, Mr. Groshart is taking the computer class through his book. You can research his material further at www.bradhuddleston.com. We highly recommend this informative seminar for all parents and for students, 5th grade and up.

    Labels: Please make sure all your items are labeled – water bottles, clothing, etc.

    Hot Lunch: Menus went out today and are due Monday, March 3. However, with the upcoming weather this weekend, if you can turn it into the office Friday it would help. This way we can get an accurate number of Wednesday lunches ready for Paula in case school is cancelled on Monday.

    Christian Education and College Expo: Saturday, March 1 – 9:30 am -2 pm, Colonial Presbyterian Church, 9500 Wornall Rd, Kansas City. This non-profit, community service event is organized and produced by the Metro Voice Christian Newspaper. There is no charge to attend. There will be 50 Christian Colleges from 15 states. Free seminars: The Journey-Preparing for College at 10 am; Finding the Most Financial Aid at 11 am. Missouri and Kansas Homeschool organizations will also be present.  Additional free seminars will be offered for homeschooling. For more information, see the poster in the ROC.  

    Happy Birthday!: Feb 26-Mar 7

    Students: Harper Triplett

    Teachers: Gay Otten

    Up-Coming Dates:

                Mar 4               Geography/Economics Field Trip

                Mar 6               Academic Committee Mtg

                Mar 7               3rd Quarter Ends

                Mar 12             Bookmobile

                Mar 18             Winter Sports Awards

               


     


  • February 21, 2014

    Hello ACS!                                                                                          

     

                Let’s keep our varsity girls’ and boys’ basketball teams in our prayers! They traveled to St. Louis this weekend for a tournament. Next weekend, they will be traveling to Springfield for their regional tournaments. Good luck, teams!!

     

    The Dark Side of Technology Seminar: Thursday, March 20, 6:30 pm – We will be showing The Dark Side of Technology DVD and hosting a conference call for questions with the author, Brad Huddleston. A few teachers heard Brad speak at a training seminar in the fall and were very impressed with him and his material. Presently, Mr. Groshart is taking the computer class through his book. You can research his material further at www.bradhuddleston.com. We highly recommend this informative seminar for all parents and for students, 5th grade and up.

     

    Labels: Please make sure all your items are labeled – water bottles, clothing, etc.

     

    Hot Lunch: Credit will be given for the days missed due to snow. They will be credited to your March orders. Also, Mrs. Crosier no longer has a landline. Please use her cell number to contact her.

     

    **Cancelled - Boston Fundraising Volleyball Tournament: Saturday, February 22

     

    Christian Education and College Expo: Saturday, March 1 – 9:30 am -2 pm, Colonial Presbyterian Church, 9500 Wornall Rd, Kansas City. This non-profit, community service event is organized and produced by the Metro Voice Christian Newspaper. There is no charge to attend. There will be 50 Christian Colleges from 15 states. Free seminars: The Journey-Preparing for College at 10 am; Finding the Most Financial Aid at 11 am. Missouri and Kansas Homeschool organizations will also be present.  Additional free seminars will be offered for homeschooling. For more information, see the poster in the ROC.  

     

    Up-Coming Dates:

                Feb 25             School Board Mtg

                Mar 4               Geography/Economics Field Trip

                Mar 12             Bookmobile

                Mar 18             Winter Sports Awards

                Mar 20             The Dark Side of Technology Seminar

     

  • February 14, 2014

    Happy Valentine’s Day!                                                                          

     

                Today has been a fun day with all the kids excited about giving and receiving Valentines! Let’s remember the best demonstration of love by our Lord Jesus Christ this Valentine’s Day as well! Also, Student Council has been busily preparing for the Father/Daughter Dance tomorrow evening. It will be a great time for all invovled!     

     

    No School: Monday - Even though we have had several snow days, we will still take Monday off for President’s Day. I know our teachers and students continued to work throughout our week despite the snow. Enjoy the day!

     

    Hot Lunch: Credit will be given for the days missed due to snow. They will be credited to your March orders. Also, Mrs. Crosier no longer has a landline. Please use her cell number to contact her.

     

    Boston Fundraising Volleyball Tournament: Saturday, February 22 – The 8th and 9th grade classes will be hosting a volleyball tournament to raise funds for Boston. The cost will be $120 per team with a minimum of 6 players each. Teams must be registered by Monday, February 17. We have forms in the office or you may call Shelley Hotsenpiller at 660-596-4044 or Denise Morrison at 660-553-1626.

     

    Christian Education and College Expo: Saturday, March 1 – 9:30 am -2 pm, Colonial Presbyterian Church, 9500 Wornall Rd, Kansas City. This non-profit, community service event is organized and produced by the Metro Voice Christian Newspaper. There is no charge to attend. There will be 50 Christian Colleges from 15 states. Free seminars: The Journey-Preparing for College at 10 am; Finding the Most Financial Aid at 11 am. Missouri and Kansas Homeschool organizations will also be present.  Additional free seminars will be offered for homeschooling. For more information, see the poster in the ROC.  

     

    Up-Coming Dates:

                Feb 15             Father/Daughter Dance

                Feb 17             No School

                 Feb 21             Spirit Day

                Feb 25             School Board Mtg

     

  • February 7, 2014

    Greetings ACS,                                                                                           

     

                Well, it’s been an interesting week! I pray everyone has stayed safe and warm. I am looking forward to returning to routine, as I’m sure many parents are as well! Enjoy your weekend and we’ll see you Monday!

                Saturday, February 15, is the Father/Daughter dance. I encourage you to plan now for this special event. It is a great time according to those who attended last year! Tickets will be on sale until Friday, the 14th. It is for all dads or granddads to bring their special young ladies - grades K-12!

     

    Bookmobile: Wednesday – Please have your child return their books on Monday.

     

    Student Intent Forms: Thank you to those who have already returned your forms into the office. If you have not done so, please return them by Monday.

     

    ACS Drama Production Auditions: Wednesday, Feb 12 and Friday, Feb 14 – 3:15-5:00 pm – Scripts will be in the office. Auditions are open for grades 6th-12th. For more information, see Mrs. Leon.

     

    Father/Daughter Dance: Saturday, February 15, 7-9 pm

    **Ticket Sales Extension – Till Friday, Feb 14! However, the sooner the better as StuCo would like to begin planning based upon attendance!

     Tickets are on sale in the office. They are $10 per person. Student Council requests that no mothers of daughters attending the dance be present. They would like to make this a special night just for fathers and daughters to have a bonding experience together.  

     

    Boston Fundraising Volleyball Tournament: Saturday, February 22 – The 8th and 9th grade classes will be hosting a volleyball tournament to raise funds for Boston. The cost will be $120 per team with a minimum of 6 players each. Teams must be registered by Monday, February 17. We have forms in the office or you may call Shelley Hotsenpiller at 660-596-4044 or Denise Morrison at 660-553-1626.

     

    Up-Coming Dates:

                Feb 10             Family Club Mtg

                Feb 12             Bookmobile

                Feb 15             Father/Daughter Dance

                Feb 17             No School

                Feb 21             Spirit Day

                Feb 25             School Board Mtg

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