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Issue #16: December 4, 2025

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From the Principal

Mr. Billy Thomas

A huge, heartfelt congratulations and thank you to our incredibly talented student performers and the dedicated teachers who brought the fantastic production of Into the Woods Jr. to life this past week! The shows were nothing short of magical, showcasing the dedication, vocal talent, and stage presence of our ACS students. We are so proud of the commitment they showed during months of rehearsals and the maturity they demonstrated on stage. Thank you to the teachers and staff whose guidance and expertise made this elaborate production a resounding success—it truly showcased the excellence of our Arts program.

As the calendar turns, we are now fully immersed in the most academically demanding part of the semester. The next two weeks will be crucial, filled with final assessments, portfolio presentations, and project deadlines. We urge all students to balance their study time with adequate rest. Getting enough sleep, eating well, and taking short, rejuvenating breaks are essential for maintaining focus and performing at their best. We encourage students and families to work together to establish an effective study schedule that prioritizes wellness and preparation, ensuring everyone finishes the first semester strong!

MS Celebrations

Earlier this month, we had our first Middle School social of the year! Our Student Council spent months deciding on the games, music, food, decorations, and every other detail that ensured the event was a huge success. On the evening, the students sang, danced, ate, and played a number of games under the watchful eyes of their teachers.

We would like to thank everyone who helped organize and run the evening, but in particular Mr. Spencer, Mr. Chip, and of course, our dedicated Middle School Student Council.

MS Updates

MS & HS WINTER SHOWCASE

You are cordially invited to the opening of MS and HS Visual Arts and Music Winter Showcase

Date: Wednesday, 10th December

Location: Theatre

Time: 4:30–6:00 pm

4:30–5:00 pm: Art Opening
- This is an excellent opportunity to admire the incredible artwork made by Ceramics, Printmaking, Art Foundation, Advanced Art, Open Studio, and AP Art students. Talented musicians will also accompany the art opening.
- Select pieces of HS visual art work will also be on sale, with the profits being donated to Jordanian Food Bank. We are only able to accept cash payments, so please remember to bring some money if you wish to support through your purchases.
5:00–6:00 pm: Music Concert

PREPARING FOR SNOW DAYS

As we move into colder weather, we wanted to remind you of our Snow Day process.

If we are notified “last-minute,” there will be no learning expectations set for your children that day.

If we have advanced notice and/or if the snow day extends to multiple days, then Middle and High School students could expect the following:

Online learning day from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., following the regular rotation schedule.
Teachers will post assignments and instructions on Google Classroom by 10:00 a.m., designed for students to work independently at their own pace or synchronously with the teacher present via Google Meet.
During their assigned teaching blocks, teachers will be available online to provide one-on-one support through email, Google Meet, or chat.

We recognize that not all families may be able to participate fully in online learning due to potential outages. Please prioritize your child’s well-being, and know that our counselors are available via email for support if needed.