Hello ACS Families,
The accreditation protocol requires a community-wide review/revision of our mission and philosophy. It is imperative that we get feedback from parents – so we need everyone to respond! The school mission and philosophy are found at this link. We are seeking your suggestions of possible revisions to either statement. Please send your revision suggestions to accrediation@acsphx.org or simply let us know if you like the statements as they are.
Thank you,
Dr. Pristash
Here are your Updates for the week ending on Friday, September 29, 2023…
What’s Happening?
September 29, Friday: St. Gabriel parish celebrates the Feast of the Archangels 5:30pm Mass. Dinner following in the Parish Hall for those who have already sent their RSVP.
September 30, Saturday: Oktoberfest at Harold’s Corral in Cave Creek. Come experience this fun and festive annual event. Bring your friends! Buy your tickets using the link above and help raise funds for Annunciation! Adults only please. Volunteer opportunities on MobileServe https://app.mobileserve.com/events/cd568b9b-8803-44d6-a13f-6e17b2bc59e6/
October 2-5, Monday – Thursday: Collection begins Halloween Costume Resale. Donate your used Halloween Costumes at morning drop off. Resale will be October 12, 13 from 2:30 -3:30pm and after All School Mass on Sunday, October 15.
October 4, Wednesday: Student and Class pictures will be taken by Dorian Studios. Click the link to order. The dress code for picture day is as follows:
All students in full school uniform
- All boys in K-7 are to wear the blue school polo, uniform shorts or pants, with belt.
- All girls in K-7 are to wear the blue school polo and plaid skirt or skort. Girls wearing the plaid jumper must wear the white peter pan blouse.
- All 8th graders must wear their light blue school polos and uniform bottoms. Belts are required for all boys.
- Appropriate footwear is expected.
- Students should be neat in appearance.
October 6 & 9, Friday & Monday: Educator’s Day no school for students, Columbus Day no school.
Coming Up
October 11, Wednesday: Dine Out Night at Oregano’s in Cave Creek! No need to cook when Oregano’s will do it for you! ACS earns 20% of your bill (before tax and gratuity).
October 12, Thursday: ACS Mom’s Club Meet-up at Sfizio’s at 6:30pm
October 13, Friday: Monthly Rosary at 2:20pm in the church. 6th grade leading Sorrowful Mysteries. All are welcome.
October 14/15, Sat/Sun: The Respecting Life Ministry is coordinating our annual Baby Bottle Drive to support Life Choices Women’s Clinics in October for Respect Life Month. Bottles handed out the weekend of Oct 7/8 and collecting the filled bottles the weekend of Oct 14/15. Service opportunity: We need 4 students/per Mass (in uniform) to hand out bottles on 10/6 & 10/7 and collect them on 10/14 & 10/15 after all Masses (7am, 8:15am 10:30am). Please email: office@acsphx.org with student name, date of service and time of Mass. Thank you for serving.
October 16, Monday: Xavier invites all 8th grade girls to their game of flag football against the Queen Creek. Game starts at 5pm. Gates open at 4:15pm. View details and RSVP
Friday, October 20: ACS Father & Son Baseball Bash, 5:30 p.m. Salt River Fields, Scottsdale. Dads and boys enjoy a fun night of Arizona Fall League Baseball featuring future MLB stars! Surprise Saguaros vs. Salt River Rafters. 5:30 p.m. pregame festivities, 6:30 p.m. first pitch. Tickets: Adults $12, boys 12-and-under FREE. RSVP # of Tickets to Mike Scagnoli by October 16th: 917-678-3542 or dadsclub@acsphx.org.
October 29, Sunday: Jason Evert. 2 talks – Purified – a life changing event and Gender & The Theology of your Body. Students 7 – 12 grades and their parents are highly encouraged to attend. Brunch: 11:45am – 1pm, Sacrament of Reconciliation and Eucharistic Adoration 3:45 – 4:15pm. Click the link above to RSVP.
October 28, Saturday: Trunk or Treat. After the 4:30 pm Mass. View the Trunk or Treat details and info on purchasing tickets.
October 30, Monday: ACS Book Fair begins! In the parish hall through Friday, Nov. 3.
October 31, Tuesday: Community Prayer at 2:20pm led by 6th grade in the Parish Hall. Fruit of the Spirit for October: Self Control.
November 3, Friday: Grandparent’s Day will coincide with our All Saints Day celebration. PIE is looking for someone to lead our Grandparent’s Day reception. This will take place at the parish hall after the presentation of Saints in the church. If you are interested and would like further details, please contact Andrea Reza at pievp@acsphx.org.
Seeking Garden Angels: Parents and Grandparents, do you have experience with gardening? We could use your help in the ACS Food Forest Garden. If you are interested in learning more, please contact Bri Gesell, PIE President or Dr. Pristash.
Preschool Registration: Our Lady of Joy Preschool is accepting applications for the current school year. To schedule a tour, please contact Our Lady of Joy Preschool Director, Jessica Snook at 480-595-6409. Learn more about OLJ Preschool.
Volunteer Opportunities
ACS Volunteers: We appreciate all of our ACS volunteers.
- If you have not completed your Volunteer certification, please visit our Volunteer Service webpage for complete information. This must be completed before you can volunteer.
- Download the Mobileserve App! Signup for volunteer opportunities and is used to track all volunteer hours. Parents, please create an account. Instructions are attached. With your account, you’ll be able to view and sign up for events at the school.
- URGENT: We need volunteers for lunch duty October 2 – 5. October lunch duty opportunities are available Mobile Serve. Lunchtime is an easy way to volunteer, meet new friends and see your student! Plus, we need your help!
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