Applewood Christian School

Hello ACS, 
      We are scheduling a parent/teacher conference night for the spring. It will be Monday, March 14, at 6:00 pm. At that time, we will be handing out report cards for 3rd quarter. Teachers have requested this time to be able to meet with the families once again before the school year ends. It should be a fun and informative evening.

Christian College Expo: Kansas City, Saturday, March 19 – 9:30 am to 2:00 pm – Free of Charge. Fifty Christian colleges from eleven states will be there. Two 45-minute seminars: 10:30 am- Finding Financial Aid; 11:30 am- Secrets to Studying in College. Location: Colonial Presbyterian Church, 9500 Wornall Road, 95th Street and Wornall Rd, just blocks north of I-435.

Attention High School Families: Due to the amount of students and teachers that will be gone during the Omaha Regional Tournament for basketball, we have decided to cancel school for all high school classes on Friday, March 4. Students will still be responsible for class work for that day.

Supplies Needed: We are running short on Clorox Anywhere spray and are asking each high school family to please bring in one bottle. Also, we are in need of dry erase markers and asking each elementary family to bring a pack of 4 colored dry erase markers and each junior high family to bring a pack of 2 black dry erase markers. Thank you!!

Happy Birthday to You:
Students: Harper Triplett

Memory Verse: Kindness
Ephesians 4:29 – Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who listen. NIV

Up-Coming Dates:

Mar 3-5  Basketball Omaha Tournament
Mar 7     No School
Mar 11   Basketball Awards Night
Mar 14   Parent/Teacher Conferences
Mar 21   Family Club Meeting

Hello ACS, 
         What a wonderful time was had by all at Jester’s during the Valentine Party! Thank you to all who participated! Also, thank you to the Kjars for allowing us to celebrate at Jester’s!! As we celebrate Valentines, may we focus on Christ’s love for us and our demonstrating that love to others!
         I know during the confusion of snow days that communication has not always been easy. Please forgive us when things have been late. Also please remember to check the website, email, and your child’s backpack as we have tried to cover as many bases as possible. Thank you for understanding!

Valentines: Each year the students may bring in valentines to exchange with each other. Each family may decide if they would like to exchange with the entire school or just your classmates. We sent home today a school roster with each student’s name and letter explaining our exchange.

Lost and Found: Items are beginning to pile up in the black shelf outside of the office. Parents please check to see if any of the items belong to your family. Thanks!

Calendar Dates to Note: Monday, March 7, No School
         Monday, March 14 – Parent/Teacher Conferences – The teachers and academic committee have requested a conference date in the spring to meet with parents. On this night, we will hand out report cards for 3rd quarter. It is always a fun night; please plan on being there!

Happy Birthday to You:
Students:  John Drenon, Keegan Wassam, Jacob Bergman

Memory Verse: Love
I Corinthians 13:4-7 – Love is patient and kind. Love is not jealous or boastful or proud or rude. Love does not demand its own way. Love is not irritable, and it keeps no record of when it has been wronged. It is never glad about injustice but rejoices whenever the truth wins out. Love never gives up, never loses faith, is always hopeful, and endures through every circumstance.

Up-Coming Dates:

Feb 14    Valentine Exchange
Feb 21    Family Club Meeting
Feb 21    School Board Meeting
Mar 3-5  Basketball Omaha Tournament
Mar 7     No School

Hello ACS, 
      If you receive the Sedalia News Journal, you may have already seen our exciting news. The Sedalia Rotary Club has donated $450 to ACS to benefit our elementary reading/literature program. We were given the opportunity to be featured guests at their January meeting. Mariah Wassam, Jacob Sims, and Debra Church were there to speak on behalf of our school. Thank you Mariah and Jacob for presenting fantastic speeches! Also, if you personally know anyone on the Rotary Club, please express our thanks. 

   
Student Council Carnival: Saturday, Jan. 29, from 6-9 pm. There will be hot dogs, chili, pizza, nachos, and homemade desserts to buy. The senior class show this year will be ACS Best Dance Crew. Once again, we will have our annual pie in the face contest. For those of you who are new, students may place money on anyone in the school to receive a pie in the face. The top money raisers will be “presented with” their pie the night of the carnival. Also, people bid as to who actually “gives” the pie to our lucky winners. It is a great fundraiser and lots of fun. Please plan now to join us for a wonderful family fun night and our biggest student council fundraiser of the year.

Valentines: Each year the students may bring in valentines to exchange with each other. This year K-5 will be decorating boxes to hold their valentines. Each child in K-5 needs to bring in a box (any type, shoe, cereal, etc) to decorate. This will be their art project the week of Jan. 31. In February, we will be sending home a school roster with each student’s name and letter explaining our exchange.

Happy Birthday to You:
Students:  Isaac Cormican, Mary Drenon
Teachers: Paula Crosier, Keri Thomas

Memory Verse: Love
I Corinthians 13:4-7 – Love is patient and kind. Love is not jealous or boastful or proud or rude. Love does not demand its own way. Love is not irritable, and it keeps no record of when it has been wronged. It is never glad about injustice but rejoices whenever the truth wins out. Love never gives up, never loses faith, is always hopeful, and endures through every circumstance.

Up-Coming Dates:

Jan 29    Student Council Carnival
Feb 3     Senior Night for Basketball
Feb 5     ACS Christian Honor Society Induction
Feb 10   Valentine Party at Jesters
Feb 14   Valentine Exchange

Hello ACS,       
        Well, I feel as if I should say Happy New Year again! I hope you all enjoyed the extra break due to weather. I was extremely pleased to see how well the website was utilized and that we did not have to drastically slow down because of a few days missed. This is one wonderful advantage of the Applewood set up, and the fact that we do not have to make up snow days!
        Please remember as we enter second semester to remind your student to stay focused and faithful. Also, please don’t forget to mark your calendars – No school, Monday, March 7th. Thanks, School Board!!

Youth Leadership Program: Parents and students in 10th and 11th grades, I wanted to inform you of a new leadership program that the Chamber of Commerce is developing. On Friday, Jan. 28, at 8:40 am, Miranda Ortmeyer will be here to present this program. Its focus is to develop leadership and service skills in your child. The orientation will be in March and the students will serve September – April for the following school year. Parents, feel free to attend this presentation.

Reflections-Home School Choir: For anyone interested in participating in an organized choir, please call Instrumental Influence at 827-3004. Registration is Tuesday, Jan. 18, at 1:30 pm. The class lasts 12 weeks with a performance on May 1, 2011. The cost is $80 for the first child plus $15 for materials.

Sports Fees: The basketball sports fees are now due. If you have not paid, please turn your fees into the office. If you need to make other arrangements, please call Bill Lansing.

Girls Soccer: Coach Collier will have an informational meeting Monday, Jan. 17, at
3:30 pm for anyone interested in playing.

Happy Birthday to You:
Students:  Raymond Leon, Sydney Bussey, Erin Cloud, Tori Price

Memory Verse: Joy
James 1:2-3: “Dear brothers and sisters, whenever trouble comes your way, let it be an opportunity for joy. For when faith is tested, your endurance has a chance to grow.”

Up-Coming Dates:

Jan 17    Girls Soccer Info Mtg
Jan 17    Family Club Mtg
Jan 24    School Board Mtg
Jan 29    Student Council Carnival
Feb 3     Senior Night for Basketball

Hello ACS,       
      We wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! As we celebrated our Christmas season, the kids presented a wonderful program which reminded us of the real reason for Christmas. Great jobs, kids! Thank you all for being there and participating last night. Today has been our Christmas party and in the middle of chaos, all have had a great time. It’s been a great ending to a wonderful semester. May God bless you each of you abundantly in all things to come!
 
Window Clings: The family club has new window clings for sale. They are sharp looking and resemble our wall pads in the gym! The cost is $10 for one and $18 for two. They are available in the office.

Directory Change: Susan VonGretzinger – svongretzinger@charter.net; Susan’s cell, 660-563-1405

Happy Birthday to You: Dec. 18 – Jan. 7
Students:  Nathan Koeller, Natalie Church, Baeleigh Aquino, Courtney Schutte, Jacquelyn Sims, Victoria Sparks, Isaac Kjar

Memory Verse: Peace
Phil. 4:6-7:  “Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank him for all he has done. If you do, you will experience God’s peace, which is far more wonderful than the human mind can understand. His peace will guard your hearts and minds as you live in Christ Jesus.” (NLT)

Up-Coming Dates:

Dec 18  StuCo Bell Ringing
Dec 20  School Board Meeting, 6:30 pm
Jan 3  Teacher In-Service, 9-2 pm
Jan 5  Classes Resume

Hello ACS,        
         Believe it or not, we are in December and coming to the end of our first semester! This is an exciting time as each family prepares to celebrate the birth of Christ. May you remember to share His love to all you meet this week.

Inclement Weather: As winter approaches and weather changes quickly, we wanted to remind you of our cancellation policy. Should school need to be cancelled, each student should look on the website for each teacher’s assignment, which will be posted by 10 am. We will notify parents through a one call, on the website, and the following radio stations: KSIS-AM 1050, KSDL 92.3 FM, KXKX 105.7 FM, and SPIRIT FM 107.7 or 91.7.  Should we need to let out early one day, we will issue a one call to all parents.

Policy Change:  At the last school board meeting, it was decided that any academic requirements or issues would be handled through the administration with advisement from the academic committee. This will include sports probation based on grades, mission trip academic requirements, etc.

8th Grade Fundraising Opportunities: Raising funds for their trip to Boston! Any questions, call Jennifer Boatright at 287-1423.
      Christmas Cards: Handmade Christmas cards featuring several different designs. The designs are posted on the bulletin board in the ROC and the sign-up sheet is on the office door. Cost is $10 for 5 cards and $17.50 for 10.
      Babysitting for Christmas: The 8th grade (with adult supervision) is offering parents the opportunity for a night out. Saturday, December 11, from 1 – 8 pm, they will be watching children here at the ROC. Supper will be provided: chicken tenders and macaroni and cheese. The cost is $3 per hour for the 1st child and $2 per hour for each additional child. The deadline for childcare is December 7.

Parent Volunteer Job: We are still in need of a JV/V boys’ and JV/V girls’ basketball team mom. If interested, please call Lorna Sparks.

Happy Birthday to You:  Students:  Autumn Sparks

Memory Verse: Peace
Phil. 4:6-7:  “Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank him for all he has done. If you do, you will experience God’s peace, which is far more wonderful than the human mind can understand. His peace will guard your hearts and minds as you live in Christ Jesus.” (NLT)

Up-Coming Dates:
Dec 7  Boston Planning Meeting
Dec 10  Spirit Day
Dec 16  Christmas Program
Dec 17  Christmas Party / Last Day of School
Dec 18  StuCo Bell Ringing
Dec 20  School Board Meeting

Hello ACS,        
       Our annual Thanksgiving Feast is here. On Wednesday, your children will be busy preparing a full Thanksgiving dinner for all of us! This is the time of year when many family, friends, and alumni join us for a wonderful lunch and program. This year our program will be brought to us by our elementary students and Spanish classes.
       Congratulations to our elementary students and families! They raised $270 for hunger through the elementary reading fundraiser. Way to go!!
       Basketball season is here! Last night we watched varsity boys and girls in exciting pre-season matches. Way to go, teams! During the basketball season, we will designate each Friday home game as Spirit Day. I will do my best to remind us each week that on those Fridays come to school in your favorite red and black!
       As we break for Thanksgiving, I wish to send my personal thanks to all our ACS families. Applewood could not function as well as we do without dedicated families like you. I also want to thank our Father, God, for guiding, directing, and protecting our school. We are a very blessed people and nation! As we spend time with family and friends, let us all take time to thank our Savior and Lord Jesus!

Directory Update:  VonGretzinger e-mail – s.vongretzinger@charter.net
      Welcome to our New Family! – Michael, Jerry & Jamy; Kale (3), Kady (K)
                                                    1103 W. 3rd, Sedalia, MO 65301
                                                    Home (660) 281-7210; Jerry (660) 281-0718

Parents / Lunches:  Parents, please remind your student to drink all of their milk. Our staff tries to encourage students to drink more than half before it is discarded. Also, please keep microwavable meals to know more than 3 minutes heating times since several usually wait their turn for a microwave.

Payment Reminders: Parents, please remember to notate what your payment is going towards when you sending in payments. This could be done on the check itself.

Soccer T-Shirts: Soccer shirts are $11.50 and for those who have not paid please turn you money into the office as soon as possible.

Happy Birthday to You:
Students: Isaac Greer, Hannah Boatright
Teachers: Tyler Simmons

Memory Verse: Goodness
Micah 6:8 – He has shown you, O man, what is good; And what does the LORD require of you, But to do justly, To love mercy, And to walk humbly with your God? (NKJV)

Up-Coming Dates:
Nov 22  Family Club meeting
Nov 24  Thanksgiving Feast Day
Nov 25  Happy Thanksgiving
Nov 26  No School
Nov 30  School Board Meeting

Hello ACS,                                                                                
     Congratulations to our varsity and jv volleyball teams! They ended the year with a wonderful win at the Wichita tournament. Both teams walked away with first place wins; but more importantly, our school was awarded the Christian character award for the entire tournament!
     I would also like to thank all the parents for a great turn out at the parent/teacher conferences. It was a night of learning, fellowship, and fun. Applewood would not be who we are without such dedicated parents. Thank you also goes to the family club who provided a fantastic meal for teachers and their families before the conferences.

Directory Change:  Brent and Lisa Cloud: 32578 Hwy E

Picture Day / Eye Exams:  Friday, Nov. 12, will be school picture day. Josh Greer will be taking the pictures and you should be receiving information soon. Also, Dr. Drenon will be here conducting eye exams for all students that did not receive the athletic eye exam.

Student Council Lock-In: For all high school students, Friday, Nov. 12, 9 pm – 6 am. Parent chaperones are still needed. If you are interested, please call Lisa Cloud at 827-2032.

Art Plates for K-5: The art classes for grades K-5 will be decorating plates. There are a few parents who still need to pay. Mrs. Koeller needs the $10 by Nov. 10 or sooner.

High School College Night: Parents and students please make plans to attend this very informative meeting for students in grades 9-12. Mr. Jeff Backe, counselor from Stover school district, will be here sharing valuable information in preparing of college.

Parent Jobs Still Available: Winter Sports Award coordinator. If you are interested in this job or still need to obtain points, please contact Lorna Sparks.

Basketball Practice and Team Meeting: November 8
Pre-season meeting is set for Varsity and JV before practice starts at First Baptist Church. Girls will meet in the gym foyer at 4:30 pm and boys at 6:15 pm.
JH Boys will have their team meeting at 3:45 in the ROC before their first practice.
 
Happy Birthday to You:
Students: Garaleigh Noland, Kirstin Bergman

Memory Verse: Goodness
Micah 6:8 – He has shown you, O man, what is good; And what does the LORD require of you But to do justly, To love mercy, And to walk humbly with your God? (NKJV)

Up-Coming Dates:

Nov 6  Fundraiser Dinner, ROC
Nov 12  Student Council Lock-In
Nov 16  High School College Night
Nov 22  Family Club meeting
Nov 24  Thanksgiving Feast Day