Secondary Principal Weekly Newsletter

 Dear Secondary Families,

I hope this message finds you well as we move steadily through January and into an exciting stretch of the school year.

Plurinational Day – School Holiday (Friday, January 23)
Please note that Friday, January 23, will be a school holiday in honor of Plurinational Day. This holiday was originally scheduled for Thursday, January 22, but has been officially observed on Friday. We look forward to welcoming students back following the long weekend.

Carnaval Rehearsals Are Underway
Carnaval rehearsals are in full swing, and the energy, creativity, and commitment from our students have been wonderful to see. It is already clear that our Carnaval celebration on February 6 will be a tremendous success. Thank you to our students and staff for the enthusiasm and teamwork that make this tradition such a highlight of our school year.

Important Reminders – Your Support Is Essential
I would like to ask for firm and consistent parent support in two key areas that directly impact learning and student wellbeing:

  1. On-Time Arrival to School
    Being on time matters. Prompt arrival ensures students are prepared, settled, and able to fully engage in learning from the start of the day. Please help us by reinforcing punctuality at home.

  2. Cell Phone Protocols
    As a reminder, students must deliver their cell phones daily to one of the following locations:

    • Their advisor

    • The secondary office

    • Their first-period teacher

    These expectations are in place to support focus, learning, and positive social interactions. Your partnership in reinforcing this expectation with your children is greatly appreciated.

Counselor Announcement
I would also like to share important news with our community. After many years of dedicated and outstanding service, our Secondary Counselor will be moving on from ACS at the end of the current school year.

We are deeply grateful for the pivotal role she has played in supporting students, families, and staff. Her care, professionalism, and commitment have had a lasting impact on the success and wellbeing of our school, and she will be greatly missed.

Please know that the school is already planning a thorough and robust search and selection process to identify an incoming counselor who will continue to support our students at the highest level. More information will be shared as this process moves forward.

Grade 11 Parent Reminder – College Kick-Off Meeting
A reminder to Grade 11 parents that our College Kick-Off Meeting (parents only) will take place on:
Tuesday, January 20
6:00–7:30 p.m.
Secondary Library

This meeting is an important step in the college planning process, and we strongly encourage all Grade 11 parents to attend.

Thank you, as always, for your continued partnership and support. 

Warm regards,
Dr. Ann Peterson

Estimadas familias de Secundaria:

Espero que este mensaje les encuentre muy bien mientras avanzamos en el mes de enero y entramos en una etapa muy activa del año escolar.

Día del Estado Plurinacional – Feriado escolar (viernes 23 de enero)
Les informamos que el viernes 23 de enero de enero será feriado escolar en conmemoración del Día del Estado Plurinacional. Este feriado estaba originalmente programado para el jueves 22 de enero, pero ha sido oficialmente trasladado al viernes. Esperamos recibir nuevamente a los estudiantes después del fin de semana largo.

Ensayos de Carnaval en marcha
Los ensayos de Carnaval ya están en pleno desarrollo, y ha sido un gusto ver la energía, creatividad y compromiso de nuestros estudiantes. Desde ya es evidente que nuestra celebración de Carnaval el 6 de febrero será un gran éxito. Agradecemos a nuestros estudiantes y al personal por el entusiasmo y el trabajo en equipo que hacen de esta tradición uno de los momentos más especiales del año escolar.

Recordatorios importantes – Su apoyo es fundamental
Quisiera solicitar el apoyo firme y constante de las familias en dos áreas clave que impactan directamente en el aprendizaje y el bienestar de los estudiantes:

  1. Puntualidad en la llegada al colegio
    Llegar a tiempo es muy importante. La puntualidad permite que los estudiantes estén preparados, tranquilos y listos para participar plenamente en el aprendizaje desde el inicio de la jornada. Les agradecemos reforzar este hábito desde casa.

  2. Protocolos sobre el uso de celulares
    Les recordamos que los estudiantes deben entregar sus teléfonos celulares todos los días en uno de los siguientes lugares:

    • A su asesor/a

    • En la oficina de Secundaria

    • A su docente del primer periodo

    Estas expectativas existen para apoyar la concentración, el aprendizaje y las interacciones sociales positivas. Agradecemos mucho su colaboración reforzando esta norma con sus hijos/as.

Anuncio sobre Consejería
También quisiera compartir una noticia importante con nuestra comunidad. Después de muchos años de servicio dedicado y excepcional, nuestra Consejera de Secundaria dejará ACS al finalizar el presente año escolar.

Estamos profundamente agradecidos por el papel fundamental que ha desempeñado apoyando a estudiantes, familias y personal. Su dedicación, profesionalismo y compromiso han tenido un impacto duradero en el éxito y bienestar de nuestra escuela, y sin duda será muy extrañada.

Queremos asegurarles que el colegio está implementando un proceso de búsqueda y selección riguroso y sólido para identificar a la próxima persona que asumirá este importante rol. Compartiremos más información a medida que avance este proceso.

Recordatorio para familias de Grado 11 – Reunión de inicio del proceso universitario
Recordamos a las familias de Grado 11 que la reunión de inicio del proceso universitario (solo para padres) se llevará a cabo el:
Martes 20 de enero
6:00 a 7:30 p.m.
Biblioteca de Secundaria

Esta reunión es un paso clave en el proceso de orientación universitaria, por lo que recomendamos encarecidamente la asistencia de todas las familias de Grado 11.

Como siempre, agradecemos su continuo apoyo y colaboración. 

Cordialmente,
Dra. Ann Peterson

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