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ACS Newsletter November 14, 2026

Writer: J. Marquice Miller
J. Marquice Miller
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Greetings Coyote Families!

Thank you all for another Great Week! This is the Last week before Thanksgiving Break, so let's make it count. Let's get to school every day this week and come in ready to level up! Pay close attention to this week's events so we can finish November Strong!


Attraction Coupon Books

Our Attractions Coupon Fundraiser concluded on Friday 11/13/26! Thank you to everyone who purchased a book to support ACS Athletics! Books purchased will go home over the next two weeks. If you purchased online and opted for ship it to me, your books will be mailed to your home. Seller Deliver will come from your student.


ACS Giving Tree

The ACS Giving Tree is now up in the front office!  Please stop by and pick up an ornament for a student in need and return the gift to the office by Wednesday, December 9th.  Gift Recipient families may pick up the gifts beginning December 14th.  Thank you for being a generous ACS Community and making the holidays a little brighter!

  1. Pick an ornament off the tree

  2. Enjoy shopping for the gift

  3. Return the gift to the front office by December 9


Alamance Community School Winter Sports Week 13 11/16-11/20

11/17 Home Girls Basketball vs. Maureen Joy Charter School 4:15 pm

195 Kronbergs Ct. Haw River, NC 27258 (ACS Gym) Admission $5 (All) Concessions Available

11/17 Home Boys Basketball vs. Maureen Joy Charter School 5:30 PM

195 Kronbergs Ct. Haw River, NC 27258 (ACS Gym) Admission $5 (All) Concessions Available

11/20 Away Girls Basketball vs. Burlington Christian Academy 4:00 pm

621 E 6th St, Burlington, NC 27215

11/20 Away Boys Basketball vs. Burlington Christian Academy 5:30 pm

621 E 6th St, Burlington, NC 27215

Coaches Corner " Thanks to all who came to support our Basketball Teams/Cheerleaders in the 2nd Annual Coyotes Countdown." Darius Long , ACS Athletic Director

Week 12 Recap:

- Girls Basketball defeated Alamance Christian School 32 to 12!

#12 Peyton S. 26 points, 10 rebounds, 3 steals , 1 block #22 Skylar W. 2 points, 5 rebounds, #30 Lailah K. 4 rebounds, 4 steals

-Boys Basketball defeated The Hawbridge School 41 to 6!

#2 Ali M. 16 points 8/12 FG , 4 rebounds, 4 steals, 2 steals #1 Marcus S. 14 points 2/6 3-PT, 4 steals , #3 Matthias S. 6 points 2/5 3-PT, 3 steals , #15 Kingston S. 4 points, 5 rebounds, 1 steal

Attractions Coupon Fundraiser: Our Attractions Coupon Fundraiser concluded on Friday 11/13/26! Thank you to everyone who purchased a book to support ACS Athletics! Books purchased will go home over the next two weeks. If you purchased online and opted for ship it to me, your books will be mailed to your home. Seller Deliver will come from your student.

Coyote Parent Pack: Winter Sports Parents all winter sports fees have been added to your athletes infinite campus account. The fee amount of $25.00 is due by 11/13/26. Please make this payment as soon as possible via credit/debit card!

Texas Roadhouse Fundraiser

Our Texas Roadhouse Fundraiser is officially underway! Fundraising packets have been sent home, and we need YOUR help to make this a huge success! Every purchase helps support our school and students, so spread the word to family, friends, and coworkers!

 

BONUS! Depending on how well we do, our amazing teachers and staff could earn a FREE catered lunch from Texas Roadhouse! Let's show them some love while supporting our school!

All orders and packets are due Monday, November 23! Please note that this is a different date than the one printed on the packets.

 

PTO Virtual Meeting

Join us for our first-ever PTO Virtual Meeting on Tuesday, November 17 at 7:00 PM! A meeting link will be emailed to PTO members.

 

WINTER DANCE!

Our Winter Dance is coming up December 16–17, and we need your help to make it a magical event for our Coyotes! We'll be forming a decorating committee and looking for volunteers to help both nights during our PTO meeting 11/17.

Whether you love decorating, organizing, or simply lending a helping hand, we'd love to have you involved!


Texas Roadhouse Gift Card Fundraiser packets were sent home with students today! This is a great opportunity to get a head start on holiday shopping while supporting ACS. 10% of all gift card sales will go directly back to our school!

Gift cards are available in increments of 5-100, with bonus coupons available for qualifying purchases!

All order forms and payments must be returned to school by Monday, November 23rd.

Thank you for your continued support of ACS PTO!

Guarantee you receive a copy of the 2026-27 ACS Yearbook!

Don't Miss Out - Order Today!!

We do not order extra copies, so please make sure you order and pay online if you want a copy.

$36 each - online only - Deadline is March 15, 2027!


How to Purchase

  1. Visit the ACS Yearbook Store

  2. Click the Order Button

  3. Enter your student's information, then click add to Cart

  4. Then proceed to the checkout process when ready.


New this year - Donate a Book!

Donations are greatly appreciated and offer all students the opportunity to have a keepsake of their school year forever. As you proceed through the checkout process, there is an option to Donate a Book as well. Please consider adding one or more donated yearbooks to your purchase if you can, and we will make sure donated books go to students who are unable to order. Thank you!


All yearbook orders are shipped in bulk to the school in the spring and will be distributed by ACS before the end of the school year.


https://shop.yearbookmarket.com/yb115739


We are thrilled to raise funds for events like this year's Spring musical. Every purchase directly helps our students have an even better year!


What to expect:

  • Shop a variety of items: from cookies and snacks to home goods and seasonal items.

  • Look out for the fundraising information: Keep an eye out in your student’s backpack on 11/20/2026 for your fundraising packet!


We’re making it easy to support our school while grabbing great items for the season. Thank you for helping our school shine!  

Please stop by the Elementary Gym every Thursday from 7:45-8:15am for a delicious snack or drink for only $1.  All proceeds benefit the ACS Food Pantry. 

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 effective communication and helping 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. 

Remember: Start with an email if that can get your question answered better from a teacher or administrator!


The North Carolina Department of Public Instruction (NCDPI) recently introduced new attendance tracking codes to help schools maintain more precise records. Here is what you need to know about how tardies, checkouts, and attendance codes are tracked at ACS:


• 3-Day Window for Notes: As outlined in our ACS Parent-Student Handbook, written excuse notes must be submitted within three (3) school days following a student’s return to school for an absence, tardy, or early check-out to be considered excused.


• Medical Notes Requirement: All tardies and early checkouts will be recorded as unexcused until an official doctor or dentist note is provided. Please submit all medical notes by uploading them directly through our Student Absence Form within that 3-day window.


• New Checkout Codes:

1P – Used when a student is checked out after the halfway point of the instructional day for a lawful reason (e.g., medical appointment).

2P – Used when a student is checked out after the halfway point of the instructional day for an unlawful reason.


• Understanding How Codes Work: Attendance codes show the specific reason a student missed instructional time, which is separate from whether they are officially absent under state law. For instance, if your child is checked out early after completing more than 50% of the instructional day, an Unexcused Early Checkout code is logged. These early checkouts will show up in attendance screens and the Campus Parent Portal, it does not count as an official absence in state reporting or core attendance, but does reflect instructional time that the student missed.


If you have any questions about these updated procedures or need help with the Student Absence Form, please feel free to reach out to Leslie Jewell.


 
 
 

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