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---------------- Greetings, Coyote Families!
I hope you all enjoyed a wonderful weekend!
We had a fantastic week at school, and we’re looking forward to another great one. Here’s what you need to know for the days ahead:
Upcoming Book Fair: September 16-20
Our annual Book Fair is just around the corner! This is a wonderful chance for students to discover new books and for families to support our school. We encourage you to visit and check out the great selection.
Sports Events This Week:
Cross Country: September 9
Soccer: September 10 and September 12
Please come out and support our talented student-athletes!
New Carline App:
We will be launching a new carline app soon to streamline our drop-off and pick-up processes. Staff will be trained this week to ensure a smooth transition. Thank you for your patience as we make these improvements.
Drop-Off and Pick-Up Reminders:
Drop-Off: Classes start at 8:15 AM. To avoid your child being marked tardy, please arrive before 8:10 AM. If you are in line before 8:10 AM, students will be admitted without penalty, regardless of how long the line is. If you arrive after 8:10 AM, you will need to be redirected to the front and sign your child in as tardy.
Pick-Up: After-school carline ends at 3:45 PM (1:00 PM on Wednesdays). While the line may be long, it typically moves quickly. Parents arriving after 3:45 PM may incur a fee of up to $10 per hour per child for after-school care.
We appreciate your attention to these details and your continued support in making our school environment safe and efficient. Have a great week ahead!
WE ARE ON THE SAME TEAM!
I want to emphasize the importance of maintaining a respectful and collaborative environment at ACS. Our shared goal is to create a safe and supportive space for all students, staff, and families. To achieve this, it is essential that we all treat one another with kindness and respect in all communications—whether by phone, email or in person.
Please understand that aggressive behavior, in any form, will not be tolerated. We are all on the same team, working to benefit our students. By maintaining open and respectful communication, we can effectively address any concerns and continue to make ACS a positive place for everyone.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
Carline Updates:
We want to bring to your attention a serious safety concern regarding our car line procedures. Recently, we have observed several instances where children have been seen hanging out of windows and sunroofs during drop-off and pick-up times. This unsafe behavior poses a significant risk to our students and others in the car line.
Just this past week, one student was nearly hit by a vehicle, and another car had to slam on its brakes to avoid an accident. This type of behavior is extremely dangerous and cannot continue.
To address this issue and ensure the safety of all our students, the School Resource Officer (SRO) team will begin issuing tickets and citations for unsafe practices. We understand that everyone wants to make drop-off and pick-up times as efficient and pleasant as possible, but the safety of our children is our top priority.
Please take this opportunity to remind your children about the importance of remaining safely inside the vehicle while in the car line. We are committed to creating a safe and enjoyable environment for all students, and your cooperation is crucial in achieving this goal.
Thank you for your attention to this matter and for your ongoing support.
“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:
ACS COYOTE PACK FACEBOOK GROUP.
While everyone is invited to join, please be mindful of what is posted. The goal is increased information and positivity.
ACS ATHLETICS
Our Fall sports are underway, and we will start competing this week.. Please come out and support the ACS Coyotes as we embark on our first full season of Boys Soccer and Coed Cross Country.
As we gear up for the season, I’d like to remind all students to continue being exemplary in their conduct at school. Your dedication and positive attitude both in and out of sports play a crucial role in representing ACS with pride.
In addition to the upcoming season, we have an important fundraiser to support our teams. Please support our teams by purchasing an Attractions book, only $30 each with HUNDREDS of dollars in Your support is greatly appreciated and will help ensure a successful season for our athletes.
Let’s make this season memorable for everyone involved! #CoyotePride!
For more information, and questions regarding ACS Sports, Please contact our Athletic Director, Mr. Darius Long
Upcoming Sporting Events
9/9 | X-Country | Discovery Charter School |
9/10 | Boys Soccer | Discovery Charter School |
9/12 | Boys Soccer | Haw River Christian Academy |
ACS’ STUDENT WELLNESS REMINDERS
ACS staff makes every effort to reduce the prevalence of disease-causing organisms by ensuring the cleanliness of the environment, emphasizing frequent hand washing of students and staff, and following proper decontamination procedures of items used in mealtime and other activities. Despite those actions, the school-age child is often the source and conduit for communicable diseases ranging from the “common cold” to ringworm, among many. The majority of such illnesses are not among the diseases for which the state Division of Public Health, following guidelines issued by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, has issued mandatory isolation rules. However, the following isolation guidelines must be followed:
Fever: The parent/guardian of any student with an oral temperature of 100 degrees will be notified and asked to pick up their child. The student should remain at home until fever-free for 36 hours without medication.
Chickenpox (Varicella): Students are excluded until all blisters have formed scabs.
Head Lice (Pediculosis): The parents/guardians of any student found with lice will be notified and asked to pick up their student. The parent/guardian may consult their medical provider or treat with an over-the-counter product. The student may return to school after receiving treatment for lice and removing nits.
Impetigo: Student is excluded from school if he/she has more than three to four sores until seen by a medical provider and treated with a prescription antibiotic for a minimum of 24 hours.
Measles (Rubeola/Rubella): Student is excluded until physician’s approval is given and student is no longer contagious.
MRSA (Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus): All suspected cases should be referred to their healthcare provider and if possible, lesions should be kept covered while at school. Exclusion from school and sports activities should be reserved for those with wound drainage that cannot be covered and contained with a clean, dry bandage and for those who cannot maintain good personal hygiene.
Nausea, Vomiting, Diarrhea: The parent/guardian of any student experiencing nausea, vomiting, diarrhea will be notified and asked to pick up their child. The student may return to school 36 hours after the symptoms have abated.
Pink Eye (Conjunctivitis): A student who is exhibiting symptoms of pink eye should be evaluated by their medical provider. Students are allowed to return to school on approval of the physician. The student may return when treatment has begun, has minimal drainage, and the student is able to keep hands away from eyes.
Scabies: Students are excluded until one (1) treatment with prescription medication has been completed for at least 24 hours.
Strep Throat (Streptococcal and Staphylococcal Infections): Students are excluded from school until treated with a prescription antibiotic for 24 hours and have been fever-free for 36 hours.
For the full details of our policies regarding Student Health and Wellness, please refer to the parent/student handbook posted on the ACS Website and linked here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1bnddkufZDW4nqnRkbtVzW736ssPfVgHlLZlJfaUAbGs/edit?usp=sharing
Thank you!
ALAMANCE COMMUNITY SCHOOL
BOARD OF EDUCATION
Alamance Community School is looking for one to two passionate and dedicated individuals to serve on our school board. Board members play a vital role ensuring that our school is providing a high-quality education for all students by setting policies and making sure we are fiscally responsible.
If you are interested in applying, please send your resume to Managing Director, Leslie Paynter, at lpaynter@alamancecommunityschool.net by
Monday, September 9. She will then connect you regarding next steps in the application and interview process.
PTO Updates
Fall Scholastic Book Fair
Sept 16-20th
Looking for ways to join and support ACS PTO? Please complete the Interest Survey and visit our Website .
For more information on how to join, please contact Ashley McPhearson at
GENESIS BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL UPDATES
Sept 16-20th will be the Scholastic Book Fair- Please follow email for alternative drop off and pick up locations during that week.
FALL BREAK CAMP- Registration is now open
Students should come with a nut free snack and refillable, sealable water bottle every day.
Reminder to all ACS Families per the Handbook
Genesis Handbook states “Non-registered ACS students not picked up at the close of school (3:45/1:45) will be charged a $5 per child flat fee the first instance and $10 for following instances per child, per 30 minutes.”
ACS Parent Student Handbook states:
Late Pick Up from School
For students not picked up in the afternoon carline by 1:45 on Wednesdays and 3:45 Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday, will be taken to the ACS/Genesis Athletics after care program. For the first late pick up, there will be no charge. For the second late pick up, there will be a $5.00 charge. For the third late pick up there will be a $10.00 fee. Subsequent late pickups, 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.
Alamance Community Extracurriculars & 4-H Register Here
The smell of apples filled the halls Thursday and the students learned how to make pincushions instead of being pincushions on Tuesday.
Classes listed on Sawyer
WHAT DID I MISS?!?!
If you missed the Previous Newsletters from this school year, they are linked below! You can also find them on the school website and social media!
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