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Read below to learn more about what's happening at AACA, we've got a lot to share with you, especially Christmas shows that will donate to St. Alphonsus, days where after school care will not be available, and a new Homework Club form.

Be sure to check out our website and stay connected with us on Facebook.  Do you have a question for us? Reach out to our faculty, we're here to help!
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.
Get Involved With Art & Soul

After our successful Rocket Run fundraiser, we are excited to now focus on Art & Soul! If you would like to be involved in this year's Art & Soul planning and execution, please reach out to Caroline Jordan at cjordan@aaca.school.

Cleaning Angels | Saturday, November 17

The St. Alphonsus Cleaning Angels are back! Please join us on Saturday, November 17 from 9:30-11:30 a.m. to help beautify our Church. All cleaning supplies are provided so all you have to do is sign up and show up! You are encouraged to bring a friend, significant other, or your family. To sign up, please click here.

Basketball Volunteers Needed

The Athletic Program is looking for volunteers during the basketball season to help out with the admissions table, concessions, and score keeping. If you are interested and available, please click here to sign up for a time slot.
Cold Weather Alert

Please note, the weather forecast tomorrow is calling for snow and cold temperatures. Students must have coats in order to go outside for recess. Please also make sure students have hats and gloves for cold weather. 
Christmas Shows and Giving Back to the Parish

The Rosemont Theater is giving back to St. Alphonsus! A percentage of the proceeds of select tickets to various Christmas shows at the Rosemont Theater will go back to our parish, St. Alphonsus. The shows that benefit St. Alphonsus are:
  • The Hip Hop Nutcracker on Sunday, December 1 at 7:30 p.m.
  • Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Musical on Friday, December 7 at 7:00 p.m. or Saturday, December 8 at 11:00 a.m. or 3:00 p.m.
  • Carol of the King: The Irish Dance Christmas Spectacular on Sunday, December 9 at 2:00 p.m.
  • A Charlie Brown Christmas: Live on Stage on Saturday, December 22 at 1:00 p.m. or 5:00 p.m.
To purchase tickets, please click here and use the code STALS.
Lakeview Holiday Tree Lighting 

Please join us on Monday, November 19 at 6:00 p.m. for the Lakeview Holiday Tree Lighting sponsored by SSA 27. Celebrate the kickoff of the holiday season in Lakeview with the lighting of Lakeview’s first official community holiday tree, featuring ornaments decorated by students from five local schools, including AACA! Enjoy live performances, holiday treats, and a special visit from Santa! This event will be held at the Lincoln/Southport/Wellington intersection.

To RSVP, please click here. For more information please email ssa27@lakeviewchamber.com. We hope to see you on November 19 for some early holiday fun!
St. Alphonsus Ofrendas

We currently have two beautiful Ofrendas in the back of St. Alphonsus in honor of Dia de los Muertos. Our St. Alphonsus Spanish speaking community and our 4th-8th grade students created these touching Ofrendas. Dia de los Muertos is celebrated throughout Latin America and the United States to prepare for the return of loved ones' spirits on Dia de los Muertos by creating altars, or Ofrendas, dedicated to the deceased in homes. Items typically used in Ofrendas are the deceased person favorite food or beverage, such as pan de muerto, photos of the deceased, sugar skulls, and marigolds.

Thank you to our 4th-8th graders for creating such a beautiful and touching Ofrenda.
AACA Yearbook

Our AACA Yearbook is ready to order! Purchase your yearbook by Friday, November 30 to get a 5% discount. For more information, please click here.
After School Reminders

Please click here for the dates between November and December when after school is not offered. On these dates please plan for alternative pick up for your child(ren).
Counselor's Corner: How to Maintain Your Child's Love of Sports

The Family Institute of Northwestern University offers steps for parents to take to ensure that their child has the right balance between life and competitive sports. For more information, please click here.
2nd Place Finish For 8th Grade Girls Volleyball

The Athletic Program would like to congratulate the 8th grade girls blue team for finishing in 2nd place this fall season! We are proud of their accomplishments and look forward to seeing them again in the spring season.
Hot Lunch Orders

Please remember to order your child(ren)'s hot lunches every month between the 10th-27th. You can order lunches at www.healthykidskitchen.com.
Chicago Cubs The Schools All Stars Grant

Chicago Cubs Charities named Alphonsus Academy & Center for the Arts as a recipient of The Schools All Stars grant for the second year in a row! AACA was thrilled to receive a $25,000 matching grant from the Chicago Cubs Charities.

This grant was made possible because of the outstanding fundraising efforts of our families. Clark, the Cubs mascot, delivered the news himself during our pep rally on Friday!
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.
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.
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 II of Homework Club will run from Monday, November 19 to Thursday, March 7 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.
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!
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!
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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