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ACS Newsletter April 6, 2026
- J. Marquice Miller
- 2 days ago
- 7 min read
Greetings, Coyote Families.
I hope everyone enjoyed the much-needed Spring Break! This week, we will hit the ground running with test review and get back into the swing of school! Below is this week’s newsletter. Please read it in its entirety, but I did want to highlight several things:
Please ensure students adhere to the dress code. There have been some inappropriate outfits this past week. We want to ensure students are dressed to learn and not be a distraction to classmates.
We are entering testing season. This means students need to be present and on time more than ever, so they can have the best review and the best chance for success on EOY and EOGs.
MARK YOUR CALENDARS
As a result of the snow, we have to make up time from the school Calendar.
We also missed March 16th because of the extreme winds, so our updated schedule is below:
The following Wednesdays will now be full days:
April 8th (THIS WEEK!)
April 15th
May 6th
May 13th
The last day of school will now dismiss at 12:15!
SPRING PICTURES!
Picture Day has been rescheduled to April 23rd! We will take sports TEAM pictures on Tuesday of this week, not individual pictures. More information about the spring Pictures will be given soon!
REAL WORLD EXPERIENCE
Special thanks to Mr. Smith for treating our students to a live falconry workshop. The students & Staffreally enjoyed the experience!
THE GIVING MARKET
Our Product Sale Fundraiser kicks off soon with the Giving Market! From cookie dough, snacks, home goods, to seasonal forward items, there is something for everyone, and every purchase supports our students and teachers!
Fundraising packets will come home on Thursday, April 9th!—keep an eye out! 🎒 Thanks for supporting our school! 🌟Watch the trailer → https://youtu.be/nnhuyYrvIwc
ACS March Pack Leaders of the Month!
Congratulations to our staff members who are leading the Pack!
ACS Coyotes of the Month!
Congratulations to our students who are also leading the Pack!
Middle School Sneaker Ball!
Our middle school students have worked incredibly hard this year, and we are excited to reward their efforts with a Sneaker Ball on Friday, April 10th. Permission slips have already been distributed via the grade-level newsletters, and hard copies will be provided to students in class tomorrow. Please note that attendance is a privilege reserved for students who have met our 3rd-trimester expectations: specifically, students must have no major referrals, no more than three minor write-ups, and no missing assignments.
Regarding the evening's attire, please ensure students follow the dress code guidelines previously shared by their teachers. Additionally, because the dance will be hosted in the Middle School Gym, sneakers are mandatory to protect the facility's flooring. For this reason, dress shoes and other non-athletic footwear will not be permitted inside the dance. We look forward to a fun and memorable night of celebration!
COYOTE CAFE
The Coyote Cafe will be open every Thursday until May 21st. Please help our ACS Ambassadors raise funds for our food pantry every week by buying fresh fruit, crackers, granola bars, juice boxes, flavored water, and other delicious treats in the elementary gym during morning carline. Thank you for your continued support.
GENESIS BEFORE/AFTERSCHOOL UPDATE!
ACS SPORTS UPDATE
Following ACS Spring Break, ACS Girls Soccer will travel down I-85 to take on the Tornadoes of Triangle Day School (Durham, NC). The Co-Ed golf team will be in action the following week against Gorman Christian Academy and various schools in the Triangle/Triad! Keep an eye on our Spring Schedules to support ACS athletics all Spring!
ACS SPRING SPORTS 26':
ACS Girls Soccer vs. Burlington Christian Academy* 8-0 (BCA)
ACS Girls Soccer @ The Burlington School* 7-0 (TBS)
ACS Girls Soccer @ Grace Christian Academy* 6-1 (GCA)
The Lady Coyotes would jump into conference play following their non-conference season opener vs. Bulldogs of Roxboro Community School (Roxboro, NC).
The Lady Coyotes would play shorthanded due to injury of goal keeper Valerie A. , and smaller injuries to other players. Team would try and play tough lead by Isabella Serrano & Kenzie Dlugos who would keep pushing the offense, but would play against 3 tough PMAC defense in conference.
Sarai Gordon would show strong defensive play in all three games. Attempting to slow 3 great offensive teams. Following an " on-goal" in the final game of the week the Lady Coyotes would conclude their " Iron Man Week".
Girls Soccer Ahead:
4/9 Away vs. Triangle Day School
When : Thursday April 9,2026
Time: 4:00 pm (kick)
Where: 4911 Neal Rd. Durham, NC 27705
Parents please be on time for match pick up as coaches have additional responsibilities following soccer & golf matches.
Co-Ed Golf Ahead:
4/13 Away Golf vs. Gorman Christian Academy , Triangle Day School, Endeavor Charter School
When : Monday April 13, 2026
Time: 3:00 pm (Tee time)
Where: 2535 Sam Moss Hayes Rd, Creedmoor, NC 27522
Parents please be on time for match pick up as coach has additional responsibilities following golf matches.
Questions/Concerns about Spring Sports:
ACS AD Contact: dlong@alamancecommunityschool.net
New Spring Athletic Picture Date:
Picture date has ben moved to 4/23/26. Please keep this date in mind to ensure your athlete has picture packet, picture payment and their gear for each sport team they participated on this school year!
COACHES CORNER:
" The most important thing is our mindset and our attitude."
-John Scheyer Head Basketball Coach Duke University , 3X ACC Champions, 2010 NCAA National Champion , 4 NCAA Finals, Entire 24-25 Starting Five Drafted to NBA
ACS SPORTS PHYSICALS 26-27:
5th Grade Families, If you have a 6th grader for the 26-27 school year that may be interested in trying out for any of ACS athletics teams please begin to schedule physical appointments as soon as possible.
As we enter the Spring-Summer often primary care physicians are booked. We want to ensure your new middle school athlete(s) does not have any delay in their tryouts. Have a question about middle school athletics?
Questions/Concerns about ACS Middle School Sports:
ACS AD Contact: dlong@alamancecommunityschool.net
Sports Physicals & Concussion Forms Click Link Below:
HS SPORTS Transition:
8th Grade Families, If you have an 8th grade student that will be transitioning to HS in Fall 2026', and would like more information on High School Sports please reach out to me. I am here to assist in our Coyotes transition to HS School no matter what school they may attend in Fall 2026!
" Once a Coyote, Always a Coyote"
Questions/Concerns about High School Transitions:
ACS AD Contact: dlong@alamancecommunityschool.net
VOLUNTEERING
We have loved having so many volunteers in the classroom! Thank you for supporting our students and staff!
Volunteerism at our school is a way for you, parents and guardians, to learn more about ACS, engage in a positive way with your child’s teachers, and witness firsthand the hard work and dedication that all our staff - teachers, assistants, support staff, and administrators demonstrate each and every day.
It is also a way to support your student and other students by assisting with workstations or small groups, helping with clerical tasks or lunch, and/or reading a book to the class. You don't have to be an educator to volunteer, and everyone is welcome. Please click on the ACS Volunteer Form Link below to find ways you can volunteer to support our school.
26-27 School Calendar
*The Board approved the 2026-2027 calendar at the last board meeting. It can be found on our website and is included here as well for your convenience. Please
Looking for Members to Join our Team.
As we reach our final capacity (Full 8th Grade class, New electives, added Administration support, etc.), we will add to our ACS team.
Interested or know someone who might be?
Please complete the application below!
Let’s work together to support our students — every day, in every way!
“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, fostering good communication to continue building the caring and inclusive community that 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:
While everyone is invited to join, please be mindful of what is posted. The goal is increased information and positivity.
What have I missed?
Click HERE to access all of the weekly Updates and Reminders for ACS!
IMPORTANT DATES
3/30 - 4/6 | Spring Break - No School for Staff or Students! |
4/6 - 4/10 | National Assistant Principal’s Week |
4/13 | Away Golf vs. Gorman Christian Academy , Triangle Day School, Endeavor Charter School |
4/23 | Rescheduled Spring Pictures |
4/27 | 4th Grade Project Celebration (11 am) |
4/28 | 6th Grade Project Celebration (5-6 pm) 7th Grade Project Celebration (6-7 pm) |
4/30 | 2nd Grade Project Celebration (11 am) 1st Grade Project Celebration (1 pm) |
5/1 | 3rd Grade Project Celebration (11 am) Kinder Project Celebration (1 pm) |
PREVIOUS NEWSLETTERS
If you have missed any of the previous newsletters, here are the links.
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