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Parents of current 3's and 4's Preschool and Young Fives students: This past week, emails were sent to communicate intentions for next year as we plan for staffing and space. Please complete the surveys by Dec. 20. The links are below, if you have not completed the appropriate survey yet.
2024-2025 Enrollment Quick Notes:
- Preschool Enrollment Forms will be sent at the end of Christmas break. Current parents have from January 8 until January 18 for priority enrollment. The Early Childhood Open House on January 18 (6:30-7:30) is when enrollment opens to the public.
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First time Young Fives or Kindergarten enrollees: If you have a child that is entering EITHER Young Fives or Kindergarten for the first time, you will need to fill out a new student application, even if you have other ACS students. The application will be followed later with an official enrollment form, and then the student is enrolled continuously at ACS. Click HERE for the link to the application.
- Current Young Fives students are already enrolled continuously and do not need to re-enroll each year. Families should fill out a survey in regards to which Kindergarten options they would like for next school year.
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Current K-7 students are continuously enrolled. We just ask that you keep your demographic info updated (including Grandparent info), and also communicate to Brian Koetje (bkoetje@allendalechristian.org) if you anticipate a change in enrollment status.
Any enrollment questions can be sent to either the office team (office@allendalechristian.org) or Brian Koetje.
On Monday, December 18, ACS students (Y5-8th grade) will be performing their annual Christmas concert for family and friends. This is a great way for us all to kick off the Christmas season and for the students to show you what they have learned so far this year in music. It will take place at Fair Haven Church (2900 Baldwin St.) at 6:30 pm. Doors will open at 5:30 pm.
ELEMENTARY STUDENTS:
- 1st-5th graders should meet their teachers in the multiple purpose room off of the lobby at 6:15. You are welcome to arrive early to find a seat but please keep your child with you until their teacher has arrived!
- Young 5’s and kindergarteners will sit with their parents for the first half of the concert and join their teachers at intermission.
- Students should dress up in their “Sunday best.” Please no ripped jeans or t-shirts with words.
MIDDLE SCHOOL STUDENTS:
- 6th-8th graders should arrive at 6:00pm and follow the signs to their assigned classroom. You are welcome to arrive early to find a seat but please keep your child with you until that time!
- All students should wear white tops, black pants, and black shoes and/or socks (please no tennis shoes or sandals). Girls are allowed to wear dresses (black and white) or long skirts if preferred. On top, a nice dress shirt is preferred (either a polo, a button down shirt, or a nice blouse). Boys are allowed to wear a red and/or green tie.
If your child is not able to attend for some reason, please let Miss Brummel know prior to December 15 for planning purposes. If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to contact Miss Brummel by phone (ext. 263) or email mbrummel@allendalechristian.org. Thank you for your support!
Christmas concert LIVE FEED & STAGE SEATING: We are able to stream a live feed of Monday's Christmas concert on our Facebook page for those who are unable to make it physically. Click HERE for the link and share it with loved ones! Also, click HERE for the seating setup of where your child(ren) will be on stage.
The 2nd Graders are excited to announce their annual Jingle Bell Post Office! We will be spreading cheer through the halls of ACS by helping others practice being Loving Communicators through writing letters. The post office will run from December 6-20. Each day from 10-10:20am, 2nd graders will sell stamps, cards, and envelopes in the rotunda for 5 cents each. Students, staff, and parents are welcome to participate and write to anyone at ACS! Letters need an official JBPO stamp in the corner, the name of the recipient, and the room/classroom/teacher we should deliver to. Completed letters can be dropped in the mailbox in the rotunda for us to stamp and deliver around school. Parents can also purchase stamps in the office at any point during the day! All proceeds will be donated to MelTrotter, a ministry chosen by the 2nd graders. Thanks for your support!
Smart Watches in Class: Smart watches are becoming more popular (Apple Watch, FitBit, etc.). However, they can be a distraction in class for a student, the teacher, and others when used for communication purposes. Cell phones and other personal devices are not allowed during the school day for these reasons. We want kids to be able to wear a watch, but if they use the watches for communication (texting) in place of their phone and other reasons during the school day, the following will occur:
First offense: Teacher will take the watch for the rest of the day.
Second offense: Watch will be held in the office for the parents to pick up
Third offense: Watch will not be allowed to be worn in school for the remainder of the school year.
Please know that parents are able to communicate with the office or teachers if there is a need regarding transportation, etc.
Sickness: As we enter this season of sickness, we just want to remind parents that students should be fever and vomit free for 24 hours (without medication) upon returning to school. This will help stop the spread of sicknesses throughout the school. Thank you!
ACS is looking to add Substitute Aides and Parapros to the list. If you are interested in learning more, or being called to sub for an aide position, please email Brian Koetje at bkoetje@allendalechristian.org.
Child care is looking for a couple energetic and Christ-centered individuals to work in our after school program. Days would be Monday-Friday and hours would be 3:00-5/5:30. Please contact Kelsey Post for more information- kpost@allendalechristian.org.
Classroom Lunch Coverage Opportunities - MORE DATES ADDED! Our need for lunch coverage in classrooms continues! This is a GREAT way to support our teachers and allow them time with their teaching teams for professional development opportunities and planning purposes. Please consider signing up to cover your child(ren)'s lunch period so their teacher can step out of the room for these opportunities! Click HERE for the Sign-up Genius and see what dates are available. Thank you!
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