We bid farewell to our much loved and appreciated Development Director, Dena Wholey. She will be greatly missed. We wish her the best of health and healing, and we hope she visits us often!
What’s Happening?
- February 6, Friday:
- School Rosary at 2:20pm. Luminous mysteries led by the 3rd grade.
- ACS Boosters Drive-in Movie Night at Big Earl’s Greasy Eats in Cave Creek. Family fun and games from 5-8pm. Movie starts at 6:30pm!
- February 13 & 16, Friday and Monday: No school, Presidents Weekend!
- February 18: Ash Wednesday. Ashes distributed at 8:15am Mass. There is also a service at 6:30pm.
- February 20, Friday: Join us from 8:00am – 12:00pm for a Library Open House and Book Sale in the school library hosted by our library volunteers. Parents are invited to tour the library, check out books for their children, and shop our used book sale. Proceeds will help fund new library projects and resources. Coffee and pastries will be served. Books will be available 4 for $1 (cash only). Swing by after drop-off or before early dismissal. Hope to see you there!
- February 20, Friday: Early Dismissal at 12pm. No lunch, no aftercare. First Friday of Lent.
- February 22, Sunday: School Mass at 10:30am followed by the Faith & Family Hour in the parish hall. Don’t miss the presentation Protecting Your Children in a Digital World, presented by Retired FBI agent Patrick Cullen. Childcare provided for kids aged K-8.
Coming Up!
- March 14, Saturday: ACS Monte Carlo Gala de Joie at Grayhawk Golf Club. Book your sitter now and get your tickets to this fantastic evening of fun!
- March 28, Saturday: Save the Date! The Annual Daddy & Daughter Dance. 6:30 – 8:30pm, ACS Outdoor Pavilion. Invitations will be sent in mid-February.
After School Clubs: Check out all of our current after school extra-curricular clubs being offere including Art Angels, Chess Club, cooking club, STEM club, Soccer Shots. Sign up today for Art Angels Spring Session Mrs. Cullen on Wednesdays starting February 11!
Helpful Links:
- 2025-2026 ACS Calendar
- Volunteer Information
- Extracurricular Activities
- Extended Care (after school care)
- Visit the St. Gabriel website for all parish events https://www.stgacc.org/
WE NEED YOU!
Safe Environment Training: To volunteer on campus or ACS events, each volunteer must complete the Safe Environment Training (SET). Please go to CMGConnect. Complete the training, Foundation Online for new volunteers and Renewal for Lay People for returning volunteers.
Volunteerism is the backbone of our school community. We need your help especially for lunch/recess, field trips, and school events.
To fulfill your service agreement please visit our Volunteer Info webpage to learn how to start/renew your Volunteer Certification and learn how to download the MobileServe App to volunteer and to record your service hours.
Volunteer Opportunities
ACS Volunteers: We appreciate all of our ACS volunteers.
- Help Needed – Lunch duty opportunities are available at MobileServe. Lunchtime is an easy way to volunteer and meet other parents.
