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ACS Newsletter April 6, 2025
- J. Marquice Miller
- Apr 6
- 9 min read
Updated: Apr 6
Greetings, Coyote Families.
Below is this week’s newsletter. Please read it in its entirety, but I did want to highlight several things:
This is the last week before Spring Break. While we are are anxiously waiting for this break, we need students to still come to school, ready to learn! Please have talks with your coyotes about school expectations this week!
We are into testing season. Students more than ever must thus be present and on time so that they may have the finest review and best chance for success on EOY and EOGs.
ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL WEEK!
This week, we celebrate our wonderful Assistant Principal, Mrs. Nowell. She is more than an asset to the daily operations at ACS! Please show her some love this week!
TEACHER APPRECIATION WEEK
Teacher Appreciation Week is coming up in May!
We are looking for parents and small businesses who would like to donate to our Teacher Gifts! During the week, teachers and staff will have the opportunity to win a prize (a gift of their choice) from our stash! These gifts vary in denominations, but are all gifts that our teachers and staff will love.
(For businesses interested in donating, we have a letter to provide for tax purposes)
If you are interested, please email us or message us on Facebook! You can also send funds directly to our PTO President. Please make all donations by Friday, May 2nd.
Thanks for your support!
ACS PARENT FEEDBACK
ACS has been working hard to make sure our school is the best possible place of learning for your child(ren). We We'd love to hear from you, please share your feedback to the admin team using the link below.
SEUSSICAL: THE MUSICAL!
The Tickets for Seussical Jr. are NOW ON SALE!
Oh, the places you'll go, the fun you’ll embrace,
Seussical Jr. is coming—so don’t lose your place!
The Cat in the Hat, with tricks up his sleeve,
Will make you laugh, gasp, and truly believe!
With Horton and Gertrude, and Jojo too,
The magic of Seuss is waiting for you!
So hurry, act fast, don’t hesitate,
Get your tickets now before it’s too late!
The show’s about to start, with colors so bright,
A world full of wonder, joy, and delight!
Get your seats now, don’t wait or delay,
Seussical Jr. is coming your way!
Get your tickets today, don’t miss the fun!
Purchase tickets HERE:
Helpful Hint: Each ticket is valid for ONE NIGHT. If you would like to attend both, please click "Add to Cart" twice to make sure you have one ticket for each night of the performance.
If you would like to purchase 10 tickets for one night only, make sure to click "Add to Cart" 10 times!
Each "donation" is one ticket
Online ticket sales will close Friday, April 25th!! Buy them now before the price increases at the door!
Questions? Please email awelgehausen@alamancecommunityschool.net
COYOTES OF THE MONTH
Congratulations to our April Coyotes of the month!
PACK LEADERS OF THE MONTH
Congratulations to our staff members who are leading the Pack!
ACS SCIENCE OLYMPIAD: Elementary Edition
Congratulations to Mrs. Mayle and our ACS Science Olympiad team for a GREAT showing at the Competition. We received so many compliments and so much parent support! I can’t wait to see what we do next year!
Coy Hunt & Ciaran Johnson - 1st Just Plane Awesome
Coy Hunt & Danny Eislerle - 1st Pasta Tower
Dallis Gray & Alana Ballard - 2nd Super Slueths
ASC BOARD OF DRIECTORS:
Dress Code:
With the weather warming up, we need to make sure students are still following dress code and are covered. This week, there were many short shorts, covered with oversized sweatshirts that drew questions, as well as crop tops, and shoulders out. Just a general rule of thumb, we need to make sure students are covered from neck to knees. See the attachment below as it relates to the dress code and other reminders.
Reminders about dress code, attendance, and lunch :)
Spring Pictures
Reminder, Individual spring pictures have been sent home. Money envelopes are included within the picture packet, if you decide to keep the pictures you must send cash or a check back to school in the included envelope. If you do not wish to purchase the pictures, you must return the pictures you are not purchasing to avoid a charge on your Strawbridge account. Please turn in all non-purchased pictures to school by April 11th.
CLASS PICTURES
Class pictures will take place on April 24th, 2025. See the attachment below.
MY HOT LUNCHBOX
Make the process easier. Download the app! See the instructions below!
WIN WEDNESDAY
Since returning from Winter break, our instructional team and wonderful teachers have implemented WIN (What I Need) Wednesdays for targeted intervention in ALL grade levels. Change can be difficult but Kudos to our amazing classroom and electives teachers who have been #AllPawsIn, making sure our students get what they need, and we have been seeing the positive results in resent data and scores!
TESTING TIME
We are entering testing season, a critical time for students to solidify their learning and prepare for their End-of-Year (EOY) and End-of-Grade (EOG) assessments. More than ever, it is essential for students to be present and on time each day to fully engage in review sessions, participate in targeted practice, and reinforce key concepts. Consistent attendance ensures they receive the support and instruction needed to build confidence and maximize their chances for success. Let’s work together to create the best possible learning environment and set our students up for achievement!
COYOTE CAFE
The Coyote Cafe will be open every Thursday during the morning carline. All items are $1; the money earned goes to our ACS Food Pantry. Stop by the gym for a yummy treat to benefit a good cause. We will sell flavored water, granola bars, fruit snacks, applesauce, crackers, and other goodies. All items will cost $1.00, and the proceeds will help the ACS Food Pantry. The Coyote Cafe will be open every Thursday morning until the end of April. Please stop by the gym this Thursday for a yummy treat!
CARLINE UPDATES & CHANGES
Here are a few reminders about KIDaccount, our new Carline App:
PTO UPCOMING EVENTS
Special thanks
At the Next Meeting, we will discuss:
Zaxby’s
Skate Night/Bowling Night
Contact: alamancecommunityschoolpto@gmail.com for more information.
ACS SPORTS UPDATE
Co-Ed Golf:
3/31 vs. Gorman Christian Academy cancelled due to inclement weather conditions.
Next Match: 4/28 vs. Gorman Christian Academy, Triangle Day School , Endeavor Charter
Girls Soccer:
4/1 vs. Woods Charter School
The Coyotes would face the Wolves of Woods Charter School. In the first half the team would play strong and hold the Wolves to only 2 goals, before (7th) grader Goalkeeper Nelly Guaman went out with leg tightness. (6th) Grader Valerie Argueta would step into the goal and have (8) saves on the day.
In the second half forward/striker #9 (6th) Isabella Serrano would score ACS first ever soccer goal in school history. And would follow it up by a go ahead goal, finishing the day with (2) goals. The Wolves of Woods Charter would take the win on the day. Outstanding teamwork by the Coyotes in the game!
4/3 vs. Discovery Charter School
The Coyotes would head back to the pitch in their second game of the week. Coyotes would come out strong, scoring the first goal of the game by #9 Forward/Striker (6th Grade) Isabella Serrano. The Blazers of Discovery Charter would counter and score. With a go ahead goal before the half Isabella would score another in the game. To tie the game 2-2. And compete the day with (4) goals.
Goalkeepers Valerie Argueta and Nelly Guaman would combine for (10 saves) on the day. Including a penalty kick that was stopped by Keeper Valerie in the first half. The Blazers would pull away late with the win, Coyotes would score their most goals and most saves of the season!
Next Game: 4/8 vs. Haw River Academy Mebane Community Park Field #1
4/24 ACS Individual Sports Picture Day: Families that would like to purchase Individual sports pictures of your athlete(s) will take pictures on this day in the MS Gym. Please email Coach Long at dlong@alamancecommunityschool.net if you are interested in your athlete having an individual sports picture taken.
This picture day is not a team photo day, only individual photos will be taken. For families that would like to purchase them. Sports Individual picture packets will be distributed to those athletes of families that are interested in purchasing individual photos.
Also, share action shots to the Coyote Pack page so that all can share in the wonderful things our students are doing with sports. Let's #ProtectTheDen!
Thanks for supporting ACS Athletics!
Coach Long-
2025-2026 SCHOOL CALENDAR
*The Board approved the 2025-2026 calendar in November. It can be found on our website and is included here as well.
“COYOTE PACK” FACEBOOK GROUP
Current & NEW families, join our Official ACS "Coyote Pack" Facebook Group. In addition to our newsletters and teacher communications, we use this page to communicate important information during the school year. The ACS Coyote Pack FB group is a positive way to connect staff and parents/caregivers to foster good communication so we can continue to build the caring and inclusive community that so many of us want for our students, staff, and families. The ACS Coyote Pack FB group is where you can ask questions, and our staff & involved families can answer questions and provide correct information. Families NEW to ACS are welcome to join as soon as they complete their registration in SchoolMint. Request to join today:
While everyone is invited to join, please be mindful of what is posted. The goal is increased information and positivity.
GENESIS BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL UPDATES
Genesis Before & After School Updates:
Late Pick Up from School
Students not picked up by :45 after will be transferred to the Genesis After School Program. Please pick up your child at the overflow door. Parents/guardians will be charged an after care fee to be determined by how often this occurs and how late the student is picked up, due at the time of pick up via cash, cashapp, or venmo.
School Communications - How to Receive Texts/Phone Calls and Emails from ACS
Last September, we completed the transition to a new school communication software called SchoolMessenger. This change is part of our ongoing efforts to enhance the way we communicate with you and ensure that you receive timely and accurate information about school news, events, and your child's education.
The new software offers several improved features, including:
SchoolMessenger App: Receive instant notifications about school events and important announcements.
Custom Notification Preferences: The SchoolMessenger app also allows you to manage your notification preferences for various types of communications including General, Emergency, Attendance and more.
SMS Opt-In: Opt-In to receive text messages by sending a quick text message to our school’s shortcode.
To help you navigate this transition, we have linked a few resources:
SMS Text Opt-In Flyer: Opt-In to receive texts from SchoolMessenger using the QR code or short code text instructions in this flyer.
SchoolMessenger App Parent User Guide: The SchoolMessenger app allows schools and school districts to inform guardians and students about school-related emergencies, school closures, attendance or other school-related issues. The SchoolMessenger app sends and receives notifications straight to mobile devices or desktops.
To download the app, please visit your app store for iOS or Android.
Important: If you already have an email address that the school has on record, use this email address when you sign up for your account in the app.
Please note: We will not be implementing Groups, Teacher Messaging or Teacher-Created Groups at this time.
VOLUNTEERING
We have loved having so many volunteers in the classroom! Thank you for supporting our students and staff!
Volunteerism at our school is a way for you, parents and guardians, to learn more about ACS, engage positively with your child’s teachers, and witness firsthand the hard work and dedication that all our staff - teachers, assistants, support staff, and administrators demonstrate each day.
It is also a way to support your student and other students by assisting with workstations or a small group, helping with clerical tasks or lunch, and/or something as simple as reading a book to the class. You do not have to be an educator to volunteer, and everyone is welcome! Please click on the ACS Volunteer Form Link below to find ways that you can volunteer to help support our school! https://forms.gle/6iPiTAYNhm14BezV6
WE ARE HIRING! Looking to build the team!
We are in search of Elementary, Middle, and EC Team members for ACS! If you or someone you know would be a good fit for ACS, please apply through our website under the ‘Employment’ tab (see link below) and email a resume to Mr. Miller at jmarqmiller@alamancecommunityschool.net
IMPORTANT DATES
4/7- 4/11 | Testing Continues |
4/8 | Girls’s Soccer at Mebanr Community Park |
4/14 - 4/21 | Spring Break |
4/21 | PTO Fundraiser (SkyZone in Greensboro) |
4/24 | Class Pictures |
PREVIOUS NEWSLETTERS
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