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2020-2021
Live The Story
Ephesians 2: 8-10
For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith – and this not from yourselves, it is the gift of God – not by works, so that no one can boast.
For we are God’s workmanship, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.
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May
May Theme: Image Reflector (Genesis 1:27) and God Worshipper (Revelation 4:11a)
27/28 MS Spiritual Emphasis Retreat
31 No School, Memorial Day
June
1 Elementary Field Day
1 8th Grade Graduation, 7:00pm
2 Kindergarten Program, 9:30am
4 Final Chapel, Expansion Groundbreaking, Last day of school, 11:55am dismissal
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ACS NEWS & ENROLLMENT INFORMATION
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The Allendale Christian staff is grateful to both Mrs. Thea Gabrielse and Mrs. Gretchen Van Heukelum, who will be retiring from ACS at the end of the current school year. Mrs. Gabrielse has taught at ACS for 22 years and Mrs. Van Heukelum has taught for 15 years. They have both impacted so many students in their time at ACS, have been a blessing to their colleagues and families, and have shown great passion for excellent Christ-centered education. Thank you, Mrs. Gabrielse and Mrs. Van Heukelum. Both teachers were recognized at the annual Society meeting, and will also receive recognition at a year-end educational staff gathering. If you would like to send them a note of congratulations or appreciation, you may send a letter addressed to Allendale Christian at 11050 64th Ave., Allendale, MI 49401. You may also email them:
With the warmer weather here, it is very important that kids follow the ACS dress code:
Dress Code
ACS students are expected to dress appropriately for schoolwork, as well as in a manner that is consistent with the Christian learning community of the school. In order to encourage appropriate dress, we have the following specific guidelines:
- No offensive or suggestive words, pictures, etc. on clothing is permitted. This includes clothing which advertises rock groups, tobacco, alcohol, and depictions of violence or death (weapons, skulls, etc.).
- Shirts and tops for girls in grades 4-8 may be sleeveless if straps are 3 inches in width from neckline to the sleeve edge. Off the shoulder shirts and open back shirts are not allowed. Sheer tops may be worn if they have a shirt with a 3-inch strap underneath. Parental discretion is encouraged for lower grades. Bra straps are to be covered. Boys must wear shirts with sleeves.
- Shorts and athletic shorts must extend to mid-thigh.
- Rips/holes in jeans should only be from mid-thigh or below.
- Underwear and bare midriffs should not be visible.
- No hats worn in school.
Parents, please counsel your children regarding appropriate dress for the classroom environment. We also understand that all students have different body types, so we ask for parental discretion in clothing. The teachers or the administrator will ask students to change clothing or to contact parents for replacement clothing if any clothing is considered immodest or in poor taste.
THE LAST DAY TO PLACE A YEARBOOK ORDER WILL BE THURSDAY, MAY 27! The cost is $15 and payment is due BEFORE we place your order. Orders will take 2-3 weeks to be delivered to school.
Allendale Christian and Jenison Christian School will be having a summer feeding program this year. This is FREE and open to ALL children 18 and under. It will start on Tuesday, June 8, and will consist of 8 meals (4 breakfast and 4 lunch and a 1/2 gallon of milk) each week. Pick up time will be on Tuesdays from 12pm to 1pm each week.
Here is a menu, but please note that menu items may change without warning.
Accommodations will be made to the best of our ability for dietary restrictions. If you have any questions, please contact Rebecca Bruggink at hotlunch@allendalechristian.com.
Summer Tutoring is available from three ACS teachers! Please contact the teacher directly to set up tutoring! Click here for the schedule.
Summer office hours will be Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from 9am - Noon. For your convenience, we also have the drop box located in front of school for any items you may need to drop off to the office during the summer.
Do you have a question about vaccinations for the Fall? Please click the link for more information from the Ottawa County Health Department. Information
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The Greenhouse Gift Card Fundraiser wraps up this week Friday, the 28th! Thank you to everyone who has already purchased gift cards!! Keep those sales coming so we can finish strong!
Through the end of the sale, gift cards will only be available for immediate purchase or pre-order pickup at Ralph Meyers during their regular business hours. Questions? Contact Mindy or Sherri at acsgreenhousesale@gmail.com. **Please note - gift card options may be limited**
Pre-Order Details:
- Payment options: Exact cash, check, Venmo or PayPal
- Ralph Meyers pick-up: orders must be placed by 9pm the night before
In-Person Details:
- Payment options: Exact cash or check only
- Immediate purchase: Ralph Meyers during normal business hours
PTA COMMITTEE SIGN UPS FOR 2021-2022 ARE HAPPENING NOW UNTIL THIS FRIDAY- MAY 28! Don't delay...the time has come when you are asked to prayerfully consider how you can bless your child’s school by serving on a committee. This is a great opportunity to get to know and serve next to other ACS families. In order to fill all our volunteer positions, we ask that each household/family serve on 2 committees (1 if you are a single parent) for the 2021-2022 school year. We have a fundraising goal of $90,000 and we need your help to make that possible!
Thank you to everyone that has already signed up! We appreciate your support for ACS and helping to make it a great place for our kids to learn!
**Currently, more help is NEEDED for the Auction and Playground committees. We would love your help in filling those open spots for the 2021-2022 school year!**
Are you looking for a way to thank our AMAZING ACS staff members for a great school year? Please click on the link below if you need an end of the year gift idea for one of the ACS staff! Thank you PTA for compiling this list! List of Favorites
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Hot Lunch volunteers link
Instant Trip is held every Tuesday night from 7:00-7:30pm. In order for us to run this program we need at least three volunteers at each session on Tuesday night. If you are interested in volunteering, please contact a trip coordinator or email Christy Breuker at jcbreuker@yahoo.com.
There is also a signup on Sign Up Genius.
June 1
Tues: Erin, Lonna Ondersma, _________
June 15
Tues: Erin/Christy, _________, ____________
June 29
Tues: Erin/Christy, __________, ___________
Summer schedule - TRIP is every other Tuesday evening in the summer from 7-7:30p.
June 1, June 15, June 29, July 13, July 27, August 10, August 24, September 7
Wednesday pick up will NOT be available!
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Please click on the link below to get your forms or information
Commonly Used Forms
It is so important that parents send healthy kids to school. If you have a child that is not feeling well, please keep them home. If these are typical symptoms for you child, and not worsening, and there is no reason to believe there has been a contact to a positive COVID case, students may return after following normal protocols, like 24-hours fever free. Please use the 'Who Must Stay Home' document below (page 2) as a guide for when students should stay home.
There are many other documents on our re-opening page that can answer many questions you might have, specific to ACS, or more general procedures for schools regarding COVID, staying at home, etc. Here is the LINK to that webpage.
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Unity Summer Sports Camps – Registration for Unity Christian Summer Sports Camps is now open! We offer summer camps for students ages 3 years to 12th grade in a variety of sports. The schedule of camps and registration link are available at http://www.unitychristianathletics.org/main/campsclinics. Because our registration began later this year and some camps begin the week of June 14, we ask that you please register and pay by June 7. Feel free to contact Unity’s Athletic Office at 669-1820 or athletics@unitychristian.org with any questions you may have!
Unity Christian Youth Football for Grades 3 – 8 -- Registration for Unity Christian Youth Football is now open! We will again have a 3rd/4th grade team(s), a 5th/6th grade team(s), a 7th grade team, and an 8th grade team. Practices will begin on August 16 for 3rd – 6th grades and August 23 for 78ers. For more information and to register online, go to https://unitychristianathletics.org/main/otherad/contentID/46418954. Feel free to contact Unity’s Athletic Office at 669-1820 or athletics@unitychristian.org with any questions you may have!
Hudsonville Balloon Days are happening June 18 & 19! Launching and glowing will take place at Unity Christian High School! Additional details will be coming - check out the Hudsonville Balloon Days Facebook page for the latest information. Suggested $10 donation per car for parking. Hope to see you there!
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