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AgapeChristianAcademy NEWSLETTER
November/December, 2008
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The Holiday Season is fast approaching - a time to spend with family and friends and reflect on the many blessing our Lord Jesus has provided. The staff and I extend heart-felt prayers that this year will be a year of renewal and blessings. Also, if you have any questions, please do not hesitate to give Mrs. Bobbitt or me a call.
Notes to Parents of Juniors
Juniors will be taking the ACT/MME in March. Each junior student in Michigan is given the opportunity to take the MME once to qualify for the Michigan Promise scholarship monies. To receive the scholarship, students must score a Level 1 or 2 on all parts of the test and have an ACT composite score of 25. If you have questions, please call Mr. Chrenko or Mrs. Bobbitt. More information may also be found on the website: www.michigan.gov/mme.
Please watch your balance…
The Academy has been experiencing many returned direct debits and checks for insufficient funds. Direct debits are only processed once, but our bank is kind enough to process a check twice in order for it to clear. Returned items also incur a bank fee on our account, which unfortunately we have to pass on to you by charging you $40 for insufficient funds. As with most small businesses these days, and especially private schools, our budget is tight. When direct debits or checks are returned, it can make for a difficult situation. Thanks for your attention to this matter.
SPECIAL RECOGNITIONS
Art Awards
Mrs. Baker has established a monthly art award. The recipients for October are: Haikel Haile and Joshua Organ. Congratulations!
Students of the Month
September's students of the month were: Megan Evans, John Arnold, Caleb Kraus, Elese Parker, Mariah Weston, Kennedy Horne, Katln Roberts, Haikel Haile, Shannon Swicker, Olivia Hood, Courtney Billings, Brandon Blasiola, Lauren Sankiewicz, and Scott Molnar. October's students of the month were: Bryson Wade, Sasha Mayberry, Kennedee Green, Morgan Bucher, Grace Kellogg, Alyssa Hood, Gareth Matson, Kira Weston, Emily Blasiola, Amanda Washko, ChristaAnne Verleye, Mousa Farraj, Matthew Simnowitz, Folake Olojo, Matthew Studnicki, Ethan Walker, and Victori Ruffin.
NOTES TO PARENTS
Elementary School Sweaters
As with all businesses, Schoolbelles made some cuts to our uniform catalog and one was the elementary navy sweater. We have recently had two parents interested in getting the sweaters. If we were to have 12 families interested in ordering, we can do a special order. If you would like to have the elementary sweater, please see, call or e-mail Mrs. Comer.
One Warm Coat Drive and BoxTops for Education
Thank you to everyone that helped to make these fundraisers a success. We were able to donate many coats to the Burlington Coat Factory drive and received numerous box tops! Thank you.
TonerFundraisers
Preferred Toner Solutions has introducted our new TonerFundraisers Program. The owners of the company believe in Christian Education and have implemented this program to benefit Christian organizations like ours. It is a Michigan based company with the product being manufactured in Michigan. Flyers are being handed out at Parent/Teacher conferences. If you missed the information, please stop by the office. If each family would pass this on to people and businesses they know that use laser cartridges, those persons and businesses will be blessed with the product and the discount. In turn, the Academy and students will be blessed.
U of M Football Concession
This year's last Michigan football game is November 15. It has been a great season with lots of wonderful weather. If you have not been out to a game, please sign up with Mrs. Miller. We have been blessed by the amount of support and want to thank Mr. and Mrs. Miller for undertaking this project. Thank you to Mrs. Kroenke and Mr. De Witt for their help. And a thank you to everyone who has assisted them. You have made a difference!J
Operation Christmas Child
For several years, ACA students have participated in Operation Christmas Child, a mission project of Samaritan's Purse. Our goal is at least one gift-filled shoebox per student. In previous years we have donated over 150 boxes to this ministry. The boxes are due to the Academy by Wednesday, November 19. Miss Lindsay is coordinating the program and will answer any questions.
Election Day
Tuesday, November 4, there will be no school. The Presidential Election will be held at the school as one of the Canton Township precincts. Don't forget to vote this day. It is a very special priviledge to be able to vote.
Sports Practices
In October, Pastor Mark wrote to families regarding the need for assistance with paying for the facilities charges for the high school basketball teams to practice in a full size gym. We have had many generous parents in the past assist and hope that this year will be no different. If you are able to donate, please come by or call the office. Thank you.
Holiday Vacations
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Have a Very Blessed Christmas
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From the Yearbook Staff
· Senior parents, it is never too early to begin planning for graduation day! Plan to honor your senior with a personal yearbook ad.
· Recognition Ads - This is new this year to allow families and friends to provide special messages to their students (all grades), peers, or graduat
· es. Most ads feature a current or childhood photo and a brief message.
These ads start at $40.00 for 1/8 page to $200.00 for a full page. Please see Mrs. Brendtke for details or stop by the school office to pick up information.
Dress for the Weather
We have enjoyed beautiful fall weather, but cold weather is approaching. Students in Grades K5 through 5 will be going outside for recess and need to be prepared for the cooler weather. Please send clearly labeled (with their names) gloves, hats, and scarves. Beginning November 1 through April 1, elementary girls may wear blue or black solid pants under their jumpers.
ACSI Spelling Bee
The ACSI Spelling Bee is Friday, January 30. Mrs. Mullett is in need of judges for that day. Please see her to sign up.
ACA Science Fair
Mrs. Cobb is again organizing the ACA Science Fair. The ACA Science Fair registration is Friday, January 23. The projects are due at the school on Monday, March 2. Projects will be judged Tuesday and Wednesday, March 3 and 4.
PS GROUP - NEWS FLASH!
Calling All Grandparents!
We are hosting Grandparents/Veteran's Day on November 11th, 2008. The event will start at 8:45 AM with registration and finish up at 12:30 PM. A buffet lunch is included. RSVP's are required. If you need invitations or further information please see the office or email pto@agapefwc.org. Donations ahead of the event are much appreciated to cover all costs as there will be no requested cost for the day. Please follow up with your Grandparents to make sure they know you are excited about them coming! We want to see every child have someone! Thanks for your help!
Scholastic Book Fair is Here!
We are excited to announce that we are hosting our first ever Scholastic Book Fair from December 15-18. The 'store' will be open for parents to come in to purchase books and products during school hours as well as at the Monday evening Christmas Concert and Wednesday evening church. Kids will have the opportunity to 'shop' during the day at set times with their class. Many famous book titles will be available including Christmas children's stories, and Bibles. Great last minute Christmas gifts and stocking stuffers! We may also be visited by a 'Special Scholastic Character'! We will be in need of some volunteers to man the checkout during the day and the evening. Please contact Kelly Finch to sign up.
Also, at the Christmas Concert, Middle School students will be on hand to wrap your gifts for a small donation. They will also gladly wrap gifts that you bring from home. More information and additional dates are provided - See Class Service Projects.
More information will be sent home in the coming weeks - but make sure to include Scholastic Books as part of your Christmas Shopping needs!!!
Kroger Cares Gift Cards are still available!
Just a friendly reminder that Kroger Gift cards are available preloaded with/cost $5.00 which can be easily charged at the store ahead of your shopping for the amount you intend to spend. These gift cards are linked to ACA and when used, Kroger donates a portion of their profits back to the school. It is as easy as doing your regular grocery shop. Please support our school in this way if you are a Kroger shopper! Thanks!
Scrip Gift Cards for all your holiday needs!
Don't know what to buy the person who has everything? What about your children's teachers or your boss? Are you looking for some special stocking stuffers? Take a moment to visit www.shopwithscrip.com and see the 100's of Gift Cards offered, starting at $5.00! Order forms are also available for some of the area vendors at the Welcome Center. Our School Enrollment code is 1959DF4D1931. You receive the full gift card amount; the school receives a portion of the profit from the actual store, restaurant, gas station, theater or other service provider.
Please consider buying gift cards to do your own holiday shopping, for eating out, and gas fill ups ... There is no extra cost to you and the school benefits greatly!
Check out some of these Gift Cards ... AMC & Goodrich Theaters, Lowe's, Speedway, TJ Maxx, ITunes, Bath and Body Works, TGI Friday's, Starbucks, Paneras, Wal-Mart and Sam's Club ... the list goes on and on!
Holiday Season orders will be taken every week on Monday AM (by 8:30) starting November 10th, through December 15 and will be available for pick up on Thursday of the same week. (One exception - Thanksgiving week, they will be available the following Monday.)
Market Day
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Have a Very Blessed and Prosperous New Year |
December Market Day is Cookie Creations Month. By purchasing cookie dough along with your regular Market Day order we will earn an extra percentage of profits for ACA. Consider ordering cookies to share over the holiday season and the return to the school will be an extra gift that you gave this Christmas! Orders are due December 4 by noon. Pick up is on December 10 from 2:30- 3:30 PM.
ACTIVITIES for NOVEMBER AND DECEMBER
Class Service Projects and Fundraisers
The students and teachers are always trying to find ways for the students to be a blessing through service projects and fundraisers for school projects. Here are some:
Gift Wrap - Wrappers will be here to wrap Christmas presents on November 21, December 10, and December 15. Middle School students are offering this service for a donation.
· Bake Sales - The senior class will be selling baked goods on November 21 and December 15.
· Veterans' Home - NHS/NJHS will be visiting the Ann Arbor Veterans' Hospital to be a blessing to these men and women.
· Mitten Tree - NHS/NJHS will have the Christmas tree up December 1-15 for us to put mittens, scarves, and hats on its branches. These will be donated to charity.
Field Trips and Extra-Curricular Activities
November 13, 14, and 15 - The National Honor Society and National Junior Honor Society will be going on their annual Leadership Retreat. Advisors, Mrs. Herczeg and Mrs. Bobbitt, have the details and costs for this wonderful opportunity.
Thursday, November 20 - Oakwoods Nature Center will visit ACA. Grades K4- 2 will enjoy an interactive presentation that explores the world of owls. Grades 3 - 5 will explore the world of insects and learn why we can't live without them!
Friday, November 21 - Junior Class play starts at 7:00 PM. The play is "Curious Savage" by John Patrich. It is guaranteed to be an evening of humorous entertainment. Tickets are $5.00 a person at the door. Children under 5 are free and a family package is available for $20.00.
Tuesday, December 2 - Grades 1 & 2 will see "Stewart Little," a musical production, at the Marquis Theatre in Northville.
Friday, December 5 - Mrs. Herczeg's German class will be visiting Frankenmuth.
Wednesday, December 10 - Grades 3 - 5 grade classes will be singing Christmas carols with the residents at Walton-Wood Retirement home followed by lunch at McDonalds.
Wednesday, December 17 - Safety Patrol Christmas party with Mrs. Miller, 3:10-4:00 PM.
Secondary Exams - Secondary students will be taking exams Tuesday-Friday, December 16-19. The exact schedule will be available on December 1. Please pick one up.
Elementary Christmas Parties - Elementary classes will have individual classroom parties. K4 will have their party on Thurday, December 18 (which is their last day of school before break). The K5 through Grade 5 students will have their parties on Friday, December 19. Classroom teachers will be sending home detailed letters shortly. Please remember, parents are to provide all paper products needed for the parties.
Coming Events in January/February
January 5 Classes resume
January 12 Scrip order
January 14 Market Day pick up
January 16 ACSI Creative Writing
January 19 No School, Martin Luther King Day
January 21 Captains Luncheon for Winter Sports
January 30 ACSI Spelling Bee
February 9-14 Spirit Week, Secondary Students
February 9 Scrip order
February 11 Market Day pick up
February 13 ACSI Elementary Speech Meeting
Homecoming Games
February 14 Homecoming Banquet
February 16-20 Mid-winter break