Hello ACS Families,
Here are your updates for the week ending on Friday, February 24, 2023…
What’s Happening?
March 4, Saturday: Annual Daddy & Daughter Dance 6:30 – 8:30pm, ACS Outdoor Pavilion. There’s still time to get tickets and join us for the Dance on Saturday, March 4. The more ACS girls and dads, the merrier! A copy of the Invitation is attached to this email. Reserve tickets online today! https://annunciation.schoolauction.net/acscrosscountry/g/daddydaughterdance
Strong Minds Run Club started today but you can still sign up! This club transforms traditional running drills and games to teach character strength and empowerment principles including confidence, resilience, integrity, growth mindset, and goal setting to name a few! Students will get a great workout while having FUN, fresh air, and a chance to practice invaluable life lessons.
Register NOW: https://strongmindsrunclub.com/store/acs-spring_2023
Every Monday & Wednesday Evening: Middle School and High School Youth Group led by Eric Ochoa 6pm – 8pm in the Youth Center. Join us for fellowship, friendship and fun!
Annunciation Lenten Stations of the Cross. All are welcome to join us in the Church!
| Friday, March 3 | 2:20 p.m. | Led by 6th grade |
| Friday, March 17 | 11:20 a.m. | Led by 5th grad |
| Friday, March 24 | 2:20 p.m. | Led by 4th grade |
| Friday, March 31 | 2:00 p.m. | Led by 7th grade |
Parish Lenten Stations of the Cross followed by a Meatless Meal. All are welcome to join us in the Church! Dinner in the parish social hall except on March 24 it will be in the Youth Center.
| Friday, March 3 | 5:30 p.m. | Hosted by SVdP Ministry |
| Friday, March 10 | 5:30 p.m. | Hosted by WiNGS Ministry |
| Friday, March 17 | 5:30 p.m. | Hosted by That Man is You & the Mom’s Group |
| Friday, March 24 | 5:30 p.m. | Hosted by Youth Group/Catechesis program |
| Friday, March 31 | 5:30 p.m. | Hosted by the Annunciation 7th grade |
Future Happenings
March 10 (Friday): No School. Teacher Spring In-service day.
March 17 (Friday): Early dismissal at 12 p.m. No lunch and no aftercare.
March 24 & 25, (Friday & Saturday): ACS presents the production of Madagascar Jr. Production times: 7pm Friday and 1pm and 7pm Saturday. Mark the dates. More information on how to purchase tickets is coming.
March 27- April 5: ITBS (Iowa Test of Basic Skills). All students in grades 1-8 will take the ITBS starting on March 27. Times and days may vary depending on the grade but typically start at 8:15. Students should be well rested and eat a proper breakfast. Please do not pull your student for appointments during this week. It is important that students complete these examinations in full.
April 1 (Saturday): Save the Date for the annual Annunciation Evening Under the Stars “The Joker’s Wild”. Don’t miss the food, the music, the comedy, and the amazing auction! Get your tickets at https://annunciation.schoolauction.net/eus2023/
April 6 (Thursday): Early dismissal at 12 pm. No lunch, no aftercare.
April 6 (Thursday): ACS Field Day! Volunteers are needed and will be available on Mobileserve in the coming weeks.
Lunch Program
Our new Lunch Program is now available through Dishes 2U. Meals may be purchased up to 11am the day prior. There are 5 vendors each serving 1 day of the week. When you purchase your student’s meals, please make sure you go to your cart and submit. The cart should be empty. If there is anything left in the cart, it will not be ordered and therefore no lunch for your student. If you have any questions, do not hesitate to call Dishes 2U customer care or the office.
Volunteer Opportunities
Evening Under the Stars: The Evening Under the Stars-The Joker’s Wild- will be held on Saturday, April 1, 2023. A lot of fun things are planned for this event. If you are interested in being part of the team, please email Keli McCann at [email protected]. Volunteers are needed for the following committees; Auction, Donations, Sponsorships, Baskets, Setup, and Clean up.
ACS Volunteers
Complete your Safe Environment Training with CMGconnect . All training is online – renewal (Online Renewal for Lay Persons -Safe Haven Part 3) and 1st time volunteers: Online Foundation Training Safe Haven-It’s Up to You. Your safe environment training must be completed prior to volunteering on campus. Please complete it as soon as possible.
MobileServe App is used to track all volunteer hours. Parents, please create an account. With your account, you’ll be able to view and sign up for events at the school. View and join the volunteer opportunities that are available. Thank you for being part of the ACS Community. URGENT: We need volunteers for lunch duty through March! Lunchtime is an easy way to volunteer, meet new friends and see your student! Plus, we need your help! Please visit Mobileserve and look for Lunch Duty March 2023.
