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ACP MIDDLE SCHOOL - January 13th, 2023
*DEDICATION*GROWTH*COMMUNITY*
Message from the Principal
Dear Knights,
What a pleasure seeing all of you this week!! Even though this week and the next week are short weeks, they are certainly going to be very busy. Most of you have or will have presented your IRP projects and are looking forward to the HISEF and AZSEF. Our Future City participants will have their projects displayed at the Burton Barr Library (1221 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85004) beginning Sunday, 01/15/2023. Please go see the amazing work these students have produced albeit the short timeline they had to work with. They will be competing at the Regional competition on Saturday, 01/21/2023 at ASU Preparatory Academy (Phoenix Downtown Campus). Our Academic Pentathletes will begin their round of competitions on Thursday, 01/26/2023. Our VEX Robotics team have competitions for the next two consecutive Saturdays. Our 3rd Quarter sports teams have been busy with tryouts this week and their season will begin quickly. Given all of this, please make sure to take time to prioritize tasks and ask for help when needed.
Important reminder to 8th grade Parents: ACP High School Info night is Tuesday, 01/17/2023 at 6:00pm.
All 8th graders will again participate in Pre ACT 8/9 on Tuesday, February 7, 2023 during the early release instructional day. Additionally, back by popular demand we will offer the PSAT 8/9 to interested 7th & 8th graders on Saturday, March 4, 2023. The fee for the exam is $20. Please use this form to sign up for it.
Thank you,
Manjula K Reddy
Principal
ACP Middle School
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FINAL DAYS FOR YEARBOOK SALES (PREORDER ONLY) - JOSTENS
For a student to get a yearbook the last week of school, parents/students must pre-order on-line before the end of quarter 3.
Cost: For those that preorder now, the cost of the yearbook is $45.00 and will only be sold for a limited time. (Payment Plan Avail.)
When: January 27th is the last date to order a personalized yearbook for students.
How: Students/Parents can go online to www.jostensyearbooks.com
to order a yearbook. Be sure to maintain a copy of your emailed receipt as proof of purchase. Order now to ensure that your student receives a yearbook. Families may pay with a debit or credit card by going online to Jostens’ and selecting Arizona College Prep—MIDDLE SCHOOL.
Delivery: Yearbooks will be distributed the last week of school ONLY to those students who pre-ordered their book.
Order your yearbook now before you forget!
If you would like to verify if you have already ordered a yearbook, please check your email for a receipt with the correct school year and or you may contact Josten's directly for order questions.
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STUDENT FEES ARE ONLINE
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ACP UPCOMING EVENTS
Monday - January 16th
No School - Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday
Tuesday - January 17th
Regular Schedule - Periods 0-6
6th Grade Specials - Special 1
Wednesday - January 18th
Block Schedule - Periods 1, 3, 5
6th Grade Specials - Special 1 & 2
Thursday - January 19th
Block Schedule - Periods 2, 4, 6
No 6th Grade Specials
Friday - January 20th
Regular Schedule - Periods 0-6
6th Grade Specials - Special 2
On the Horizon:
Early Release @ 11:51 am - Parent Teacher Conferences February 7th
No School - Monday February 20, 2023 - President's Day
ACP HS STEAM EVENT
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Parent Roundtables
I host monthly-ish parent Q & A sessions or roundtables where we collaborate on a number of topics. I host these meetings virtually for your convenience. Hope to 'see' everyone at these meetings. See below for dates and times:
- January, 25, 2023 at 5:30pm
- February 15, 2023 at 5:30pm
- March 29, 2023 at 5:30pm
- April 26, 2023 at 5:30pm
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Athletics
Thursday - January 19:
Q3 Sports Parent Meeting @4:30pm (ACP-MS Cafeteria)
CLICK HERE TO SEE A FULL LIST OF SITE ADDRESSES FOR ATHLETIC GAMES
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POWER HOUR REGISTRATION - JANUARY
Power Hour is an academic support we provide at ACP Middle School on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Power Hour runs from 2:50 pm - 3:50 pm Tuesday-Thursdays. Students must be pre-registered for attendance and must be picked up promptly at 3:50 pm at parent pick-up. We will be enforcing i.e., losing power hour privileges if students are consistently picked up late or are signed up but do not show up 2 or more times.
Notes:
- These are not instructor led sessions and parents must provide student transportation.
- In order to attend, all students must signup weekly through signup genius. Students may only be signed-up for 1 week at a time.
CLICK HERE TO ACCESS THE POWER HOUR SIGNUP REGISTRATION FOR JANUARY
Please make note that there will be no Power Hour during Finals Week.
NOTE: PLEASE MAKE SURE TO PICKUP YOUR STUDENT PROMPTLY AT 3:50 PM.
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ACP MIDDLE SCHOOL- BOOSTER CLUB MESSAGE
Connect with Us!
· Join our Facebook page for updates and specifics of our events (https://www.facebook.com/ACPMSBoosterClub)
· Check out Booster events on our Website (acpbooster.com)
· Email us at knights@acpmsbooster.org
Recent Booster Updates:
· Our ACP families who volunteered at St. Mary's Food Bank were able to put together food boxes to help families in the valley. Thank you to all who attended.
· We gave all of the ACP administrators, teachers, and staff gift cards for the holiday season for all they do.
· We provided back to school lunch for ACP's administration, teachers, and staff on Monday, January 9th when they returned to prepare for the new semester.
· ACP MS is #1 in the School Cents program - thanks for your support! All receipts have to be submitted by January 17th for those dated between July 1, 2022 and January 15, 2023. Please submit receipts for Chandler Mall purchases online at shopandlog.com/chandler, or drop your receipt in the collection box located on the upper level bridge near Barnes & Noble next to the elevator across from the Children’s Play Area.
· Friday Shirts (limited quantities for certain sizes) and Chromebook sleeves are still available. See our store on our website to purchase. Reach out if you have any questions or want to check on availability.
Ongoing and Upcoming events:
· Supporting ACP Middle Boosters!
o Whether it be in person or not... Supporting students, their academic programs and social events, and supporting the administrators, teachers & staff of ACP Middle School is our goal. To find out more and offer to help, please fill out our interest form. If you don't have time, please feel free to donate to help us support ongoing events.
o Upcoming Events (more specific details to come):
§ Feb 7th - Parent/Teacher conferences (early release for students)
§ Feb 10th - Parent/Guardian & Student Dance for 6th Graders
§ Feb 22nd - Dress Down Day
§ Feb 21st - Booster Club Spring Semester General Meeting
· School Cents (see flyer attached)
o The last day to submit receipts dated July 1, 2022 to January 15, 2023 is January 17th!
o Submit purchases online (https://shopandlog.com/chandler) or drop your receipt in the collection box located on the upper level bridge near Barnes & Noble next to the elevator across from the Children’s Play Area.
· Help Out Teachers in the Copy Room
o Sign up to help out by making copies (acpbooster.com/be-involved/volunteer)
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Counseling & Social Work Department Update
The Counseling and Social Services department has a monthly wellness newsletter for caregivers and families called Medieval Monthly. The newsletter will provide ideas, tips, tricks, and resources on how to best support your ACP Middle School student. You can find ACP’s most current Medieval Monthly by visiting the ACP Middle School website and looking under “Our Staff” and “Counseling and Social Services.”
CLICK HERE TO ACCESS THE COUNSELING & SOCIAL SERVICES WEBPAGE
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Opportunities
Antonette Shirley, CUSD’s Indigenous Engagement Academic Coach, is hosting quarterly Indigenous Parent Committee Meetings. Parents of indigenous students who are interested in participating in or learning more about the Title VI and/or JOM program are welcome to attend. Below are upcoming meeting dates and times:
2/21/2023 at 6:00 PM Hamilton High School Room G107
4/18/2023 at 6:00 PM Hamilton High School Room G107
2022-2023 American Essay Contest (attached below is the form to complete if taking part):
The ambition and goal of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks Americanism Program is to raise the spirit of American patriotism and to increase an awareness — a genuine feeling of pride and respect toward patriotism. Therefore, Chandler Elks Lodge #2429 would like to provide a special opportunity for 5th, 6th, 7th & 8th grade teachers and students to participate in our Annual Americanism Essay Contest. This year’s theme is “What is Your American Dream?”
New this year, there are four divisions (not two) for judging essays:
- Division 1 (fifth grade)
- Division 2 (sixth grade).
- Division 3 (seventh grade)
- Division 4 (eighth grade)
The local lodge will select a 1st, 2nd & 3rd place winner from each Division. Local lodge essay winners and sponsoring teachers will receive an invitation to an Awards Dinner in their honor at the Chandler Elks Lodge in late May 2023. Each winner will also receive an award certificate and a gift certificate.
Local winning essays will be also forwarded on to District, State and National competitions respectively. Awards and/or plaques will be awarded at each level. National Winners will be announced at the Grand Lodge Session in July 2023. National Winners will receive monetary awards of 1st Place: $1,000, 2nd Place: $500 and 3rd Place: $250.
Entry Rules:
1. Eligible participants must be students enrolled in 5th, 6th, 7th or 8th Grades during the normal 2022-2023 school year preceding June 30, 2023.
2. Essay length is not to exceed 300 words.
3. Essay must be typed.
4. Essay must be submitted for judging to the Chandler Elks Lodge Essay Chairman, Sandy Theobald, by mail to: 1775 W. Chandler Blvd, Chandler, AZ 85224.
5. Entrants must attach a completed 2022-2023 Americanism Essay Contest Cover Sheet (complete Section I Only) with the essay.
6. Deadline: must be submitted to Local Lodge by December 15, 2022.
7. Judging Criteria:
- Originality: avoids the use of trite or worn out words and phrases.
- Development of theme: stays focused on ideas and thoughts don’t ramble.
- Mechanics and neatness: uses proper spelling, grammar and punctuation. (1 or 2 grammatical errors can disqualify a student from moving on to Divisional, State and National levels.)
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ACP Middle School Site Council Meeting
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24/7 TUTORING AVAILABLE FOR STUDENTS
Chandler Unified School District is pleased to partner with NetTutor to offer free online, on demand 24/7 tutoring.
NetTutor offers K-12 CUSD students live tutoring on-demand, question drop-off, and writing feedback. Tutors are subject matter experts trained in how to translate tutoring best practices and learning strategies to support students online.
FOR ACCESS TO FREE ONLINE TUTORING:
- Click here to access Clever
- Log into your student’s GSE account
- Click on the NetTutor Icon (you may have to scroll down)
- Click “I Agree” after reading the terms and conditions to continue (first time only)
- Click on the course or subject area in which you need a tutor and follow the prompts
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FOOD & NUTRITION MEALS
Due to changes in USDA regulations, Universal Free meals have not been extended to the 2022-23 school year. As of July 20th, the below meal prices will be in effect*
Breakfast Pricing: Meal Cost
All Grades (K-12) $2.00
Lunch Pricing: Meal Cost
Middle School Combo $3.25
Families may view the ala carte menu items with prices and view the daily lunch menu using the link below. Should you have any additional questions, you may contact ACP Middle School's cafeteria manager at: martinezcorona.maira@cusd80.com
Please click on the link below for more information on the school nutritional program and frequently asked questions.
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PLEASE MAKE A TAX CREDIT DONATION TO ACP MIDDLE SCHOOL
Arizona tax law allows individual taxpayers to claim a nonrefundable tax credit for making contributions or paying fees directly to a public school in AZ for support of eligible activities and programs.
At the junior high level, the school office is unable to reallocate / redirect funds without parent and district approval. Be sure to select the specific fee for the activity where you want your payment applied. Sports fees are assigned quarterly and club fees are assigned once established.
When paying fees online (band/ orchestra, club or athletics fees, etc.), please consider making an additional contribution to our general fund in December to reach the maximum credit allowable.
http://az01001175.schoolwires.net/page/1131
Once you have paid all outstanding fees for ACP Middle School or if you have a family member that resides in AZ, please consider making an additional tax credit contribution to ACP's general fund before December 31st. If you are able to make your tax contributions prior to the end of the calendar year, your donation would be greatly appreciated. It will help give us a jump start on some of our essential extracurricular activities. We have set a goal to collect approximately $50,000.00 this school year and hope that you will be willing to help us meet our goal. Thank you for supporting your child and ACP Middle School!
Tax Credit Basics…
A tax credit donation is a full refund, not a deduction. Contributions eligible for a tax credit are donated directly to schools, not to the state or school district. To participate or learn more, follow the link listed below to donate online or you can complete the enclosed form and submit your contribution at your convenience.
http://www.cusd80.com/taxcredit
Arizona Law ARS 43-1089.01 enables taxpayers a tax credit contribution of up to $400.00 per year if filing status is “Married, filing Joint Return;” $200.00 per calendar year if filing status is “Single of Head of Household;” and $200 per calendar year if filing status is “Married filing separate returns.” These contributions fund extracurricular activities in public schools and greatly impact our school community and our students.
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ADDITIONAL RESOURCES FOR PARENTS
Our counselors are here to support all ACP students.