Please click on the links below to learn more about these upcoming events and be sure to check our school calendar each week for more upcoming activities. Please note, only some events are highlighted, visit our calendar for a full listing of events.
- Friday, October 26
- Wednesday, October 31
- Thursday, November 1
- Friday, November 2
- Monday, November 5
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Halloween Parade | Wednesday, October 31
Please join us on Wednesday, October 31 at 8:15 a.m. for our Halloween costume parade! Our students in PK - 8th grade will parade outside the school (weather permitting). Student's will march out of the building using the Greenview exit and travel south on Greenview to Oakdale. The parade will turn left on Oakdale and travel east toward Southport and will pass the parking lot. The parade will then turn left into the parking lot (driveway closest to the Athenaeum) and students will re-enter the building through the parking lot entrance. We ask parents, families, and friends to view the parade on the curbside of the sidewalk and not from the parking lot.
For more information about our Halloween Parade or the Classroom Halloween Parties, please click here. Please note, the 2nd grade Halloween Parties will be on 10/31 from 12:45pm-1:45pm.
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Join Us to Advance the Mission of AACA
Do you feel called to foster a culture of stewardship at AACA by encouraging community members to share their time, talent, and treasure to ensure our school continues to be a welcoming home for families and students?
Advancement Council members will help guide the advancement strategy of AACA and will engage prospective donors (both the parents in their child's grade and community members) to advance the mission and vision of the school. Additionally, the Council helps align parents’ volunteer time and skills with furthering the school and its mission.
Please contact Mandy Moody at mmoody@aaca.school if you’re interested in becoming a member or have any questions.
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New School Board Leaders
Congratulations to our new School Board leaders Justin Casciola, Dan Rapacz, and Lisa Hillstrom! The next meeting for the School Board will be held on Monday, November 5 at 7:00 p.m.
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No More Shorts!
Parents & Students, please note – Wed. Oct. 31 is the last day to wear shorts for the season. Beginning Thursday, November 1, students may no longer wear shorts as colder weather settles into Chicago. Students not meeting this dress code will be sent to the office to call home for appropriate clothing. We also recommend students come with adequate cold weather gear for going outside during recess.
For more details, please refer to the handbook posted on the school website. Thank you.
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Trunk or Treat This Friday, October 26
Trunk or Treat is this Friday, October 26 from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. in the AACA parking lot! The school parking lot will be closed at 3:30 p.m. on Friday to prepare for this event, so please plan accordingly. BYO food and beverages for an evening of family Halloween fun! A few volunteers are still needed for this event, please sign-up to volunteer here.
If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to Jennifer Ruff at jdavisruff@yahoo.com or 612-940-3859.
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AACA Quiz Bowl Tournament Champions
Congratulations to the AACA Quiz Bowl team as they took 1st place at the DePaul tournament! Way to go Quiz Bowlers!
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Photo Retake Day
Our school picture retake day will be held on Tuesday, October 30 from 8:00 - 10:30 a.m. If your child was absent on our first school picture day or if you wish to have a retake, please contact Mrs. Wallett at kwallett@aaca.school. You must RSVP for the picture retake day. If your child is having a retake they MUST bring the original photo packet that you received to return to VanGogh.
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Volleyball Playoffs
We wish the following teams good luck as they are representing AACA in playoffs!
- 5th Grade Girls: Girls continue their undefeated run in the semifinals held on Saturday, October 27 at 12:00 p.m. held at St. Gertrude. If they win, they will be in the championship game at 2:00 pm at St. Gertrude.
- 7th Grade Girls: Thursday, October 25 at 6:45 p.m. held at Queen of Angels. If they win, they play again at 7:30 p.m.
- 8th Grade Girls Gold: Tuesday, October 30 at 6:00 pm held at Queen of Angels. If they win again, they will play at 7:30 p.m.
- 8th Grade Girls Blue: Monday, October 29 at 7:30 p.m. held at Queen of Angels. If they win, they play on Tuesday, October 30 at 6:45 p.m. held at Queen of Angels.
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Fall Sports Recognition
We recognized our final fall sports team this past week, which was our Varsity Flag Football team. The team was coach by Kyle Medbery and Scott Goss. Congratulations on a great season!
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Rocket Run Update
We are so close to reaching our $75,000 goal! Be sure to keep fundraising to help your classroom reach their $3,000 goal. Don't forget, each homeroom will receive a special prize and their teacher will receive a comp day! We already have five classes that have met that goal! Congratulations to Ms. Simonds (Rm 103), Ms. Marsh (Rm 206), Ms. Rees (Rm 207), Ms. Cirone (Rm 203), and Ms. Lozon (Rm 304).
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A New Sway
Our Middle School Arts Pathways classes are in full swing- click here to check out what's happening across the arts at AACA! For our new sway, please click here.
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Counselor's Corner: Sibling Conflict
Sibling conflict is a common challenge for most families. One effective way to deal with it is to "keep the children in the same boat". To learn more please check out this link.
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Wellington Kiss-N-Go Lane
Motorists, please do not use W. Wellington Ave. as a “Kiss-N-Go” lane. Dropping off students on W. Wellington creates unnecessary delays in the traffic flow. Please be a considerate motorist and role model for your children by following the directions and expectations for drop-off and pick-up. We can all ease the “pain” of traffic flow if we following the directions and expectations.
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Parent Morning Meeting
Please join us for your child(ren)'s parent morning meeting. To RSVP to your child(ren)'s grade parent morning meeting, please click on grade level link below.
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AACA Homework Club
To register your 4th - 8th grade child(ren) for Homework Club, please download and fill out the registration form. Return it along with your payment to Kim Wallett in the Main Office. Trimester I of Homework Club will run from Tuesday, September 4 to Thursday, November 15 on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 3:00-4:00 p.m.
Please note, class size is limited, so do not hesitate to register. Children that are not registered for the program will not be admitted to the Homework Club. For questions regarding registration, please contact Kim Wallett at kwallett@aaca.school or by phone at 773-348-4629 ext. 131.
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Athletic Calendar
Please check out our athletic calendar to catch all the upcoming events! We wish the best of luck to our student-athletes as they continue their seasons!
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Rocket Accessories
Looking to accessorize? The Athletic Program is offering a few items such as car magnets, foam fingers, headbands, socks, and limited edition fall sports shirts. Please click here to access the form for all accessories.
Thank you for supporting the AACA Athletic Program!
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Sponsorship at Alphonsus Academy
Please contact Caroline Jordan at cjordan@aaca.school for more information on how your company can invest in a sponsorship of AACA.
Thank you to our current sponsors:
 
 
        
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