Applewood Christian School

Verse of the Day: Here is my servant whom I have chosen, the one I love, in whom I delight; I will put my Spirit on him, and he will proclaim justice to the nations.  Matthew 12:18

Perkins Pies: Seniors are selling pies for $14 from now until Wednesday, November 27.  When a pie is purchased, you will receive a certificate that can be used at any time.  You can purchase pies in the office or from any senior student.  Thank you for supporting their efforts!

Operation Christmas Child: Information was sent home today regarding Student Council's efforts in sponsoring 20 shoe boxes this year.  The shoe boxes have been generously donated and Family Club has graciously offered to cover the shipping costs.  Donated items can be placed in the designated boxes in the ROC foyer or AWANA room in the CEL.  This is a great opportunity to include your whole family in the giving process this Christmas season.  

STUCO Social: TONIGHT from 6:30 pm to 9 pm - STUCO will be having their first social of the school year.  They have planned a Movie Night, which will take place in the ROC gym.  Each student has been assigned a refreshment to bring.  Check with your student to see what they need to bring.

Sing Out Loud: TONIGHT at 7 pm in the Sanctuary - Maplewood church has invited all Applewood families to attend an evening of worship.  This is an informal evening filled with favorite praise songs led by Maplewood's team and Scripture readings.  Join in on this beautiful opportunity!  "Ascribe to the LORD the glory due His name; worship the LORD in the splendor of His holiness."  Psalm 29:2

Senior Fundraiser Luncheon: Sunday, November 3 from 12 pm to 1:30 pm @ Maplewood Church - Join our senior class and their families for a time of fellowship as they continue to raise funds for their class.  They will be serving a free-will offering meal of soup. A+ Homework Help: Wednesdays - Junior and senior A+ students will continue offering homework help on Wednesdays.  If you would like for your kindergarten thru 8th grade student to stay after school for this opportunity, please reach out to the A+ Coordinator, Kim Mabry, to let her know they will be participating.  

Honor Roll Recognition: Monday, November 4 @ 8:10, during Opening

School Board Meeting: Monday, November 11 @ 6:30 pm

2nd Quarter Mid-Term: Friday, November 15 

Senior Fundraiser Fish Fry: Saturday, November 16 from 4 pm to 6 pm @ Smithton Diner - Tickets are $10 per person and can be purchased in the ACS office or from any senior.  The meal includes fried fish, slaw, hush puppies, dessert, and tea or coffee.  There will also be a raffle and silent auction.

Operation Christmas Child Packing Day: Wednesday, November 20 from 3 to 4:30 - All families are invited and encouraged to come and fill shoe boxes.  If you have an elementary student that would like to stay after school that day, we ask that an adult plan to present that is responsible for them.  Once shoe boxes are packed, we will gather together to pray over each box.  

JH & HS Boys' Basketball: Check out the online calendar for the scheduled basketball games.  The first home games are Friday, November 22 @ 6 pm & 7:15 pm.  Come out and cheer on our Mustangs! 

Thanksgiving Feast: Wednesday, November 27 @ 11:30

No School: Friday, November 29

Classes Resume: Monday, December 2 @ 8 am     

Spanish Caroling: Please note that Spanish caroling has been cancelled and removed from the school calendar.  It was scheduled for Friday, December 6. 

Birthdays: November: (18) Daniel Nadtochiy, (19) Leah Nevels, (21) Isaac Greer, (23) Steven Bussey; December: (1) Gaye Hiller, (5) David Bessert, (12) Jennifer Bessert, (12) Molly Sumner

Verse of the Day: For we live by faith, not by sight.  2 Corinthians 5:7

Final Home Games: TONIGHT - The boys' soccer team has their final home game this evening at 5 pm at Clover Dell.  The girls' volleyball team has their final home game tonight at 6 pm in the ROC gym.  Join us if you can!

Thanksgiving Feast: Sign-up forms went home today and are due back to the office by Friday, November 1, 2019.   

Senior Fundraiser Luncheon: Sunday, October 20 from 12:30 pm to 1:30 pm - Join our senior class at Katy Park Baptist Church for a meal of pasta, salad, bread, and dessert.   

School Board Meeting: Monday, October 21 @ 6:30 pm

A+ Homework Help: Wednesday, October 23 from 3:15 pm to 4:15 pm - Junior and senior A+ students will begin offering homework help on Wednesdays beginning October 23.  If you would like for your kindergarten thru 8th graders to stay after school for this opportunity, please reach out to the A+ Coordinator, Kim Mabry, to let her know they will be participating.   

End of First Quarter: Friday, October 25 - Grade cards will be sent home the following week.

Alumni Soccer & Volleyball Games: Saturday, October 26 - Athletic Committee is hosting the annual alumni soccer game at 4 pm and an alumni volleyball game at 6 pm.  Between the games, there will be a potluck meal.  Athletic Committee will provide hotdogs, buns, toppings, and drinks.  All families attending are asked to bring a side and a dessert to share.  Alumni games are a wonderful time of fellowship and catching up with those who come back to visit!

Fall Sports Awards Banquet: Monday, October 28 - Join our soccer and volleyball teams as they are recognized for their hard work and dedication this fall.  Each soccer and volleyball family is asked to bring a dessert to share.  Drinks will be provided.

Birthdays: October (19) Alexandra Luvin, (27) Brynnley Wells; November (18) Daniel Nadtochiy, (19) Leah Nevels, (21) Isaac Greer, (23) Steven Bussey

Verse of the Day: For whoever wants to save their life will lose it, but whoever loses their life for me will save it.  Luke 9:24

Label Personal Items: Just a friendly reminder to please be sure to label your child's personal items, such as lunchboxes, jackets and coats, water bottles, toys, etc.  This helps us to get things back to their owner when they are misplaced.  Thanks for your help with this!

Parent/Teacher Conference: Monday, October 7 @ 6pm in the ROC - Plan now to attend this opportunity to meet with each of your child's teachers to discuss how their school year is going.  We ask that at least one parent attend that evening.  If you cannot attend, please let the office know as soon as possible.  If you have questions or concerns, families are always welcome to reach out to teachers at anytime throughout the school year.

School Picture Day: Monday, October 14 - Order forms went home this week.  Families are welcome to return forms to the office or bring them the day of pictures.  

1st Annual Heritage Academy College Fair: Monday, October 14 from 6 pm to 8 pm - Applewood middle school and high school students are invited to attend this College Fair opportunity at 2900 Barberry Avenue, Columbia, MO.  More information is available online at www.heritageacademyofcolumbia.com  

Senior Fundraiser Luncheon: Sunday, October 20 from 12:30 pm to 1:30 pm - Join our senior class at Katy Park Baptist Church for a meal of pasta, salad, bread, and dessert.   

School Board Meeting: Monday, October 21 @ 6:30 pm

A+ Homework Help: Wednesday, October 23 from 3:15 pm to 4:15 pm - Junior and senior A+ students will begin offering homework help on Wednesdays beginning October 23.  If you would like for your kindergarten thru 8th graders to stay after school for this opportunity, please reach out to the A+ Coordinator, Kim Mabry, to let her know they will be participating.   

End of First Quarter: Friday, October 25 - Grade cards will be sent home the following week.

Alumni Soccer & Volleyball Games: Saturday, October 26 - Athletic Committee is hosting the annual alumni soccer game at 4 pm and an alumni volleyball game at 6 pm.  Between the games, there will be a potluck meal.  Athletic Committee will provide hotdogs, buns, toppings, and drinks.  All families attending are asked to bring a side and a dessert to share.  Alumni games are a wonderful time of fellowship and catching up with those who come back to visit!

Fall Sports Awards Banquet: Monday, October 28 - Join our soccer and volleyball teams as they are recognized for their hard work and dedication this fall.  Each soccer and volleyball family is asked to bring a dessert to share.  Drinks will be provided.

Birthdays: October (3) Emily Fetterman, (10) Daniel Nevels, (15) Jozlynn Moulton, (19) Alexandra Luvin, (27) Brynnley Wells

Verse of the Day: Dear friend, do not imitate what is evil but what is good.  Anyone who does what is good is from God.  Anyone who does what is evil has not seen God.  3 John 1:11  

Senior Recognition - TODAY!  Soccer seniors will be recognized before their game at approximately 4:30 at Paul Clover soccer field.  Volleyball seniors will be recognized between their 7 pm and 8 pm games in the ROC gym. 

Basketball Intent Letters - DUE TODAY - If you have not already, please turn in intent letters ASAP.  The letters will help Athletic Committee determine if ACS will be able to have a girls' team for the upcoming basketball season.

Red Folders - Several papers went home today in your family's red folder.  Please be sure to check it.  Homework surveys are in there and will be done next week.

Homework Surveys - Forms were sent home today in your family's red folder.  Please plan to keep track of all homework time on Tuesday, September 24 and Thursday, September 26.   

3rd - 5th Grade Field Trip - Thursday, September 26 - Miss Dial is taking the 3rd-5th grade students on a field trip to Cole Camp for the Steam and Antique Tractor Club Tour.  Those students will only have homework in Reading, Math, and Spelling that day.    

Maplewood Construction - Maplewood has begun some of the dirt work near the CEL.  At this time, the work is not affecting the south parking lot.  The office will let families know when it is time to begin parking in the north parking lot.  Thank you for being patient and flexible during the construction. 

Chapel - Our first Chapel went very well this week!  Feel free to join us at any time.  The Chapel schedule can be found on the online calendar of events.

Elementary/JH Volleyball - Practice next week will be on Wednesday; same time, same place.  This is not a change, just a friendly reminder.  Mrs. Greer and the students have been having lots of fun learning volleyball skills and hanging out together.

School Board Meeting - Monday, September 23 at 6:30 pm in the Green Room.  School board meetings are open to all Applewood families.

See You at the Pole - Wednesday, September 25 at 8:15 we will be gathering as a school to pray over our school and other schools in America, our military and their families, our national government, our local government, law enforcement, our nation, and our churches.  We invite all families to join us that morning.

First Quarter Mid-Term - Friday, September 27

Parent/Teacher Conference - Monday, October 7 at 6 pm in ROC gym.  Please mark your calendars now and plan to attend.  This is an opportunity to meet with each of your child's teachers to discuss how their school year is going.  We ask that at least one parent attend that evening.  If you are unable to attend that evening, please let the office know ASAP.  If you have questions or concerns, families are always welcome to reach out to their child's teacher at anytime throughout the school year.  

School Picture Day - Monday, October 14 - Order forms will go home ahead of time for families.

Birthdays - September: (23) Kathy Greer; October: (1) Destiny Ward, (3) Emily Fetterman, (10) Daniel Nevels, (15) Jozlynn Moulton, (19) Alexandra Luvin, (27) Brynnley Wells

Verse of the Day: Enter through the narrow gate.  For wide is the gate and broad is the road that leads to destruction, and many enter through it.  But small is the gate and narrow the road that leads to life, and only a few find it.  Matthew 7:13-14

Our first two days back to school have been successful!  I have enjoyed seeing lots of smiling faces from our students and staff.  It is a pleasure to serve at ACS.  This is Applewood's 32nd school year!  God continues to do great and wonderful things here!  May he receive all of the glory, and all of the praise!  Praying each student, each teacher, and each family have a blessed school year. 

Soccer & Volleyball Games - Check out the school calendar online for all the upcoming games.  Join us for home games, when you can, to cheer on our Mustangs!  The students enjoy having fans at their games, and its always fun when we all get together.  This weekend the soccer and volleyball teams will be participating in the Blue Ridge Warrior Classic Saturday, September 7 in Belton.  Soccer boys have their first home game on Tuesday, September 10 at 5 pm at Paul Clover fields.  Volleyball girls have their first home games on Friday, September 13 at 5 pm and 7 pm.     

Student Council - All high school students will have their first STUCO meeting on Monday, September 9 at 8:15.  They will continue to have meetings every 2nd, 4th, and 5th Monday of every month throughout the school year.  Mrs. Kim Mabry is the STUCO Advisor this school year.  

Elementary/JH Volleyball - Mrs. Greer will be holding the first "practice" for elementary and JH students on Monday, September 9 from 3:15 to 4 pm.  All four volleyball practice dates are on the online school calendar.  If you haven't already, sign up your students by contacting Mrs. Greer. 

Chapel - Our first chapel will be Monday, September 16 at 8:15 am in the Sanctuary.  We will continue to have chapel every first and third Monday of each month for K-12.  In the months where there is a fifth Monday, chapel will be for grades K-8.  Chapel dates can be found on the online calendar.  Parents are always welcome to attend!

Add/Drop Deadline - Wednesday, September 18 is the deadline for high school students to add or drop a class.  Forms are available in the office, if a family chooses this option.  Please see Mrs. Furrey or Mrs. Greer with questions.

Spirit Week - We will be having some fun and show our school spirit the week of September 16-20.  More details to come!

Pep Rally - Friday, September 20 we will be having a Pep Rally during lunchtime at 11:30 to recognize our soccer and volleyball teams and to honor our senior athletes.  Parents are welcome!

Senior Recognition - Friday, September 20 senior soccer and volleyball athletes will be recognized during their home games.  Soccer seniors will be recognized before their game at approximately 4:30 at Paul Clover soccer field.  Volleyball seniors will be recognized between their 7 pm and 8 pm games in the ROC gym. 

School Board Meeting - Monday, September 23 at 6:30 pm in the Green Room.  School board meetings are open to all Applewood families.

See You at the Pole - Wednesday, September 25 at 8:15 we will be gathering as a school to pray over our school, our community, our nation, and our world.  We invite all families to join us that morning.

First Quarter Mid-Term - Friday, September 27

Parent/Teacher Conference - Monday, October 7 at 6 pm in ROC gym.  Please mark your calendars now and plan to attend.  This is an opportunity to meet with each of your child's teachers to discuss how their school year is going.  We ask that at least one parent attend that evening.  If you are unable to attend that evening, please let the office know ASAP.  If you have questions or concerns, families are always welcome to reach out to their child's teacher at anytime throughout the school year.  

Birthdays - September: (5) Melissa Mahurin, (6) Lydia Furrey, (7) Marilyn Ehlert, (15) Aiden Sarver, (16) Maggie Mahurin, (23) Kathy Greer 

Hello, ACS families!  We've already been out of school for two months!  As always, summer seems to fly by so quickly.  I pray that each of you are enjoying summer break and are having time to relax.  I want to share a few reminders with families regarding our upcoming school year.  

Summer Office Hours - We continue to be in the office this summer on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 10:00 - 2:00.  Please let us know if you plan to visit us during our normal summer office hours just to ensure we will be here.  We try our best to have set summer hours, but our personal schedules can be fairly fluid over the break and we enjoy the freedom to spend time with our family as opportunities arise.  

Tuition - If not already paid, September tuition is due immediately.  

School Supply Lists - Mrs. Otten emailed the school supply lists out.  If your family needs additional access to the lists, they are available to download on the website homepage on the scrolling announcements.  Students will need their personal supplies the first day of school.  Miscellaneous supplies, such as, Anywhere spray, paper towels, etc. can be turned in the night of Kick-Off. 

2019/2020 School Calendar - The entire year's school calendar is available on the website under the "Event Calendar" tab.  Please note the dates in August that there are school activities.  Volleyball and soccer game schedules will be posted once they are completed.

Parent Jobs - Job openings are available for preview now.  If you have any questions on a specific job, feel free to email the office to request the job description.  On August 1, the jobs will be available for sign up.  A One call will be sent out and families can sign up for jobs at that time.  Jobs signed up for before the One call is sent will not be considered.  Per the ACS Parental Agreement, we ask that each family sign up for a total of 3 parent points.  Once all families have signed up for their 3 points, additional points may be signed up for.  Currently, there are openings for a Hot Lunch Coordinator, Thanksgiving Feast Coordinator, Family Club President and Secretary, and Drama Production Director.  These are some of our more time consuming jobs.  If you are interested in these jobs, please reach out the the office as soon as possible for more information.  Without these jobs fulfilled, ACS is not able to offer hot lunches, host our Thanksgiving Feast Day, have a Family Club, or a spring school play.  

Substitute Teachers 2019/2020 -  Mrs. Greer has been busy putting together a substitute teacher list for the upcoming school year. If you would like to be added to our sub list, please email the school. 

Spanish Teacher Need - We currently do not have a Spanish I & II teacher for the upcoming school year.  If you know of someone who may be interested, please have them reach out to the school office.

One Call List - New families have been added to our One Call list and updated other families contact information.  If you are not signed up and would like to receive text messages through One Call, please test the word 'Alert' to 22300.

School Board Meeting - Monday, July 15 @ 6:30 pm in the Green Room

New Student/New Family Orientation - Thursday, August 22 @ 5:30 pm in the Green Room - All new families are asked attend this orientation.  

Back to School Bash - Thursday, August 29 @ 5 pm - Family Club is hosting a back to school party that will give old and new families time to meet and share a meal together.  We hope to see every family represented that evening!  It is sure to be a blessed time.

Kick-Off - Thursday, August 29 @ 6:30 pm in the ROC gym - Kick-Off will follow the Back to School Bash this year.  We ask that a minimum of one parent from each family be in attendance that evening.  Kick-Off is a time to hear about new and updated information for the upcoming school year, fill out needed paperwork, and receive handouts.  

Upcoming Events - July (15) School Board Meeting - 6:30 pm;  August (22) New Family Orientation - 5:30 pm, (29) Back to School Bash - 5 pm, (29) Kick Off - 6:30 pm in the ROC; September (4) First Day of School - 8 am

Summer Birthdays - June (9) Elisha Ashley, (9) Nathaniel DeFord, (12) Jackson Smith, (28) Kelley Bergman; July (03) Debra States, (10) Linda Dial, (27) Paizlee Moulton; August (3) Makenzie Moulton, (5) Sylarra Wallen, (12) Kim Olejniczak, (21) David Nevels  

Verse of the Day: Pray continually.  1 Thessalonians 5:17 

Teacher Appreciation Week: May 6-10 -  The Applewood teachers are a tremendous blessing to each of us.  Feel free to bless our teachers this next week, in whatever ways you are led.  

Senior Graduation: May 4 @ 2 pm in the ROC - All families are invited to attend.

Kindergarten Graduation: May 8 @ 2:30 pm in the Sanctuary - All families are invited to attend!  All students will attend the graduation during their last class of the day.  Pick up will be at 3, as usual.  Students and families are invited to attend a reception in the Awana room following the graduation.  

Last Day of School: 1/2 day May 10 - We will have our school-wide clean up that day for students (grades 1-11) so please wear clothes that can get dirty.  Students will be dismissed at 11:15. 

Book Turn In & Grade Card Pick-Up: May 15 from 9 to noon in the ROC - Grade cards will not be released until all books are returned and all fees are paid including tuition, book fees, and Scrip fees.

September Tuition - due by June 10th - this payment holds your child's spot in the class for the 2019/2020 school year.  Tuition is as follows per month:  1 Student $220, 2 Students $395, 3 Students $570, 4 Students $745.  Any September tuition paid after June 10th will have a $10 late fee applied.

Family Club: In May, Family Club will be electing new officers for the positions of President and Secretary.  These volunteer positions earn 5 parent points each.  If you are interested in knowing more information or would like to be considered for the position, please reach out to the office or current Family Club President, Jennifer Bessert.  

Scrip Earnings: Just a quick reminder, that the scrip earnings cut off is April 30.  Each family is required to earn $50 in scrip for Family Club.  If you prefer not to participate in scrip, you can choose the buyout option.  If you choose the buyout option, plan to pay the $50 to ACS Family Club no later than May 10.  If you have any questions regarding your scrip earnings, reach out to Natalie Smith, Scrip Coordinator. 

Yearbook Pictures: Ms. Ehlert's yearbook class is asking for any snapshots that you may have from throughout the school year.  Photos can be emailed to the school or brought in to be scanned. 

Upcoming Events: April: (26) Drama Production 7 pm, (27) Drama Production 2 pm & 7 pm.  May: (1) Senior's Last Day of School - 11:30, (4) Senior Graduation 2 pm, (8) Kindergarten Graduation 2:30 pm Sanctuary, (10) Last Day of School/Clean-Up Day - dismiss 11:15, (15) Book Turn In/Grade Card Pick Up 9 am-12 pm.

Upcoming Birthdays: April: (28) Dharma Leon.  May: (3) Madeline Wassam, (5) Christian Ford, (23) Grace Beaher, (23) Bailey Mabry, (23) Joshua Shinderuk.