Secondary Principal Weekly Newsletter

 Dear ACS Secondary Community,

As we approach the final week of the quarter, I want to share a few important schedule updates and extend my gratitude for your continued partnership.

Special End-of-Quarter Schedule
Please remember that next week we will follow a modified schedule:

  • Monday–Thursday: Students dismissed at 1:30 p.m.

  • Friday: Students dismissed at 12:00 p.m.

Friday Programming
On Friday, all secondary students will participate in our first Carnaval rehearsal from 10:15 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Before rehearsal:

  • High School students will attend a Mental Health Workshop from 8:30–10:00 a.m., generously offered by the Lions Club.

  • Middle School students will take part in end-of-semester activities and reflections, an important opportunity to pause, process, and prepare for the new quarter.

Thank You, Parents
A heartfelt thank-you to those who joined us this morning for our What’s On Your Mind? Parent Coffee. Your thoughtful, solutions-oriented approach to questions and concerns reflects the strength of our partnership! Your suggestions are highly valuable, and we appreciate your engagement.

Holiday Break & Return Dates
As we head into the holidays, I wish each of you a joyful, peaceful, and restful break with family and friends. 

Please note:

  • Teachers return for a Professional Learning Day on Monday, January 5th.

  • Students return on Tuesday, January 6th, for the first day of the new semester.

Thank you for your support throughout this quarter. We look forward to welcoming everyone back in the new year, refreshed and ready for all that awaits.

Warmly,

~Dr. Peterson

Estimada Comunidad de Secundaria de ACS,

Al acercarnos a la última semana del trimestre, quisiera compartir algunas actualizaciones importantes sobre el horario y expresar mi agradecimiento por su continuo apoyo y colaboración.

Horario Especial de Fin de Trimestre
Les recordamos que la próxima semana tendremos un horario modificado:

  • Lunes a jueves: salida a la 1:30 p.m.

  • Viernes: salida a las 12:00 p.m.

Actividades del Viernes
El viernes, todos los estudiantes de Secundaria participarán en nuestro primer ensayo de Carnaval de 10:15 a.m. a 12:00 p.m.

Antes del ensayo:

  • Estudiantes de High School: asistirán a un Taller sobre Salud Mental de 8:30 a 10:00 a.m., ofrecido generosamente por el Lions Club.

  • Estudiantes de Middle School: participarán en actividades y reflexiones de fin de semestre, una valiosa oportunidad para pausar, evaluar y prepararse para el nuevo trimestre.

Gracias, Padres de Familia
Un sincero agradecimiento a quienes nos acompañaron esta mañana en nuestro café ¿Qué Pasa por Tu Mente?. Su enfoque reflexivo y orientado a las soluciones frente a las inquietudes compartidas demuestra la fortaleza de nuestra colaboración. ¡Sus sugerencias son sumamente valiosas y apreciamos su participación!

Vacaciones y Fechas de Retorno
Al iniciar el receso, les deseo unas vacaciones llenas de alegría, descanso y buenos momentos en familia.

Por favor tomen en cuenta:

  • Los docentes regresan el lunes 5 de enero para un día de Aprendizaje Profesional.

  • Los estudiantes regresan el martes 6 de enero, para el primer día del nuevo semestre.

Gracias por su apoyo a lo largo de este trimestre. Esperamos darles la bienvenida en el nuevo año, renovados y listos para todo lo que viene.

Con cariño,

~Dra. Peterson




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