ACA is committ ed to glorifying God by discipling students in a loving community that pursues excellence

as we partner with parents in Christian education.

We serve an amazing God! Over the course of the past year we have seen Him accomplish great things at ACA. We began the year with over 170 new students and more than 25 new staff members who all joined us on this journey to further Christian education. Our mission was clear and our team was excited and focused on accomplishing it to the fullest extent possible. One of the questions Jim Rozendal and I asked the staff at the end of the school year was, “How did we do in accomplishing our mission?”

Atlantic Christian Academy is committed to glorifying God

by discipling students in a loving community that pursues excellence as we partner with

parents in Christian education.

We gave ourselves an honest assessment and agreed that it was an exciting and challenging year, and there is still much to be done. Th e elementary school experienced signifi cant growth and added many great new teachers. The middle school added many new students and is poised to add significant growth to the high school. Our high school team also saw the addition of several new teachers, which allowed us to see a continued expansion of our secondary program. In the area of discipleship, the team

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under the leadership of Pastor Phillip Harrelson, focused on pursuing Christ at a deeper level through chapels, small groups, retreats, our first mission trip, and various student activities. Th e new academic leadership of Michelle Beatty has enabled us to make progress in curriculum and instruction as we focused on pursuing excellence in secondary academics. Mrs. Beatty has been able to work with middle and high school teachers while developing plans for further growth. ACA is involved in a self-study on continuous improvement as a part of our accreditation process. One area we are very committed to improving is student discipline and discipleship.

We believe that a great deal of progress will be made this next year in all areas, especially with the addition of a new assistant principal for secondary students, Mr. Jarid Fagin. He will be focusing on all student aff airs including discipline, athletics, and extracurricular activities. Mr. Fagin has served as a high school administrator at Calvary Christian Academy in Fort Lauderdale for the past several years. His responsibilities included oversight of the Bible and English departments, as well as student discipline. He has also served as an athletic director at a previous Christian school before moving to South Florida. Mr. Fagin brings a wealth of energy, ideas, and experience to our ACA team, and he is excited to be working alongside Mr. Rozendal, Mrs. Beatty, Mrs.

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Davis, Pastor Phillip, Pastor JR, and myself in strengthening our school. Mr. Fagin will be leading the eff ort to implement our new Parent-Student Handbook, which will be distributed before the start of school.

Overall, we have seen continued progress in the spiritual and academic development of the children God has entrusted to us while partnering with parents in Christian education. We are defi nitely on a mission, and we are committed to fulfilling it as a long-term pursuit of the vision that God has given us for Atlantic Christian Academy. We are continuing to add new staff to accommodate our growing school. From the addition of a third kindergarten class to the hiring of new teachers in high school science and English, ACA is well prepared to meet the growing needs of our students. Our instructional curriculum is continuing to be strengthened, and we are excited to be adding support staff for our ESE program. We have also installed a new wireless system for all of our buildings to move our technology plans forward.

Th is past March we were able to secure the purchase of the property to provide a long-term future for Atlantic Christian Academy. Th is will result in signifi cant facility changes in the coming years. Our

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Calling all ACA Families: Personal tours will

continue during the summer. Encourage other families

to join our ACA community and experience the

diff erence a quality Christian education can make!

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Calling all ACA Families:

continue during the summer. Encourage other families

Thoughts from ACA’s President, Pastor Mark Davis

new facilities director, Mr. Ryan Toman, will be working with me on the continued improvements to our property. This summers projects will include a new roof for the gym, new air conditioning units throughout campus, new fencing, gates, paving, security cameras, and improvements to our lighting systems. We are also adding classrooms and moving the offi ces to better serve our families.

We are anticipating the enrollment of over 100 new students this next school year, and we encourage your prayers and support this summer as you continue to promote your school with new student referrals and re-enrollment. As you pray for our ACA staff members, know that it is our desire to come alongside you and help your children discover their God-given gift s and talents and become all that God has created them to be! We are moving forward in this exciting journey as we partner together in Christian education! Let’s make sure that as many people as possible are part of what God is going to accomplish this next year!

Pastor Mark Davis, President Atlantic Christian Academy

3 John 4“I have no greater joy

than to hear that my

children walk in truth.”

AUGUST 1st-2nd, M-Tu New Teacher Orientation | 8am-4pm 3rd-10th, W-W All Teacher Orientation | 8am-4pm 5th, F Preschool Closed | Teacher In-Service Day | 8am-4pm 6th, Sat ACA Community Workday | 8-12noon 9th, Tu K5-12 Preview Day | 1-3pm and 5-8pm 11th, � FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL K5-12 Preschool Parent Orientation | 6:30-7:30pm 12th, F Preschool/VPK Student Visitation | 9-11am 15th, M FIRST DAY OF PRESCHOOL/VPK SEPTEMBER 5 th, M NO SCHOOL/PRESCHOOL/VPK/CAMP Labor Day 7th, W School Picture Day K5-12

All students Grades 1-12 have required summer reading with reports due August 11th.

All students Grades 1-12 have All students Grades 1-12 have required required summer readingsummer reading with reports due August 11th. with reports due August 11th. summer readingsummer reading with reports due August 11th. summer readingsummer reading

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“Gloria always comes to school with a smile on her face, ready to learn. She works diligently at her seatwork, and we can always count on her to make wise choices. She has a very tender heart and is a friend to all her classmates. It’s been a blessing to have Gloria in our class this year.”Love, Mrs. Gill and Mrs. Walker

“Sarai is always trying her best. She has a caring heart and shows a great love for Jesus. She walks in love and shows kindness to everyone. Sarai brings incredible joy to our classroom each day.”

Love, Mrs. Babione

“Aolani is so helpful to her classmates and her teacher. She is the � rst one to clean up without being asked. Aolani has a servant’s heart. She is very diligent in her schoolwork. She is very thorough and always gives 100 percent. I feel blessed to have Aolani in our class.”Love, Mrs. Harrelson

“Jeje comes to school every day with a smile.

She is kind and loving to her classmates. She is

always willing to share and to help others. Jeje is

diligent in her work and always tries her best. It is a

joy to have her in our class.”Love, Mrs. Maikkula

“Caleb loves to work and is always asking for more work

to do. He is very helpful to the other students. He shows great self-control and compassion for

others. It’s amazing to watch him demonstrate the fruits of

the Spirit every day.”

Love, Mrs. Babione

Gloria Menjivar Kindergarten

Sarai Joseph 1st Grade

Aolani Paula 2nd Grade

JeJe Nganga Kindergarten

Caleb Lancaster 1st Grade

Wisdom Kids May 18, 2016

Una celebración internacional! Th e 5th grade celebrated their annual International Day by representing a

country and sharing information about it to their class. Many students chose

to represent their own countries of origin. Aft er sharing their report and

participating in a parade through the school, they feasted on

foods unique to their country.

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A Day inthe Life...

The fourth-grade trip was � lled with special times and memories including drinking from The Fountain of Youth, re-enacting and experiencing many moments from Florida’s early

history,  visits to “some really cool” museums, pool time at the hotel, amazing food, and a scenic cruise around St. Augustine where dolphins played all around us!

“Who is wise and understanding among you? Let them show it by

their good life, by deeds done in the

humility that comes from wisdom.”James 3:13

Adventures in St. Augustine

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L-R, Back Row: Mrs. Helen Justis, Dionna Walker, Giana Miclis, Luis Saldana, Simon Cooney, Amber Huggins, Luna Cadena, Tiffany Gao, Camiya King, Gabriella Martin, Mrs. Goslinga.

Our Kindergarten Classes recited scripture and performed so beautifully to the delight of their families during the last Elementary chapel of the year. It has been wonderful to see the progress and development of these talented (and smart!) youngsters. We are so proud of them all... welcome to 1st grade! Thank you, Mrs. Maikkula, Mrs. Gill, and Mrs. Walker for helping to train up these children in the way they should go... Proverbs 22:6

The Preschool K4 Graduation program showcased some of

what these wonderful children have learned:

not only did they know their pledges (do you?), sing, and

dance, they displayed their understanding of numbers and solfege.

We also said farewell to Mrs. Hartman for her decades of service in Christian education.

ACA Artists shine at Jr. FACCS Event

Proudly presenting our ACA 5th Grade Graduates!

Moving up

Mid-May, ACA sent 18 pieces of artwork, our

Elementary and Middle School Choirs, a pianist, and a vocal soloist to compete at

Jr. FACCS State Competition. Congratulations to

ALL our State fine art participants! By the end of

the awards ceremony, ACA students claimed

four 1st place, three 2nd place and five 3rd place awards:

A Day inthe Life...

to the Middle

Sculpture1st-Alejandra Gonzalez/4th grade

3rd-Isabella Bugallo/5th grade3rd-Toni Chukwu/8th grade

Crafts 1st-Trey Harrelson/4th grade3rd-Mikayla Beatty/4th grade

Digital Photography1st-Madison O’Neal/6th grade2nd-Isabella Munoz/6th grade

Textiles1st-Mackenzie Beck/6th grade

Mixed Media3rd-Raquel Garcia/6th grade

Piano solo2nd-Ethan Rapp/6th grade

Vocal Solo3rd-Mikayla Beatty/4th grade

2nd- Middle School Honors Choir

All Glory to God!

Middle Row: Emily Vincent, Angelica Rodriguez, Ava Howell,

Bradley Nichelson, Courtney Brown, Gisselle Jaimes, Miranda Anderson,

Kenny Sanchez, Louis Federico, Abigail Maken, Leo Garcia. Front Row: Isabella Bugallo,

Jordan Anderson, Madilyn Brackett, Carter Maynard, Michael Bergstrom,

Ronny O’Brien, James Fanelli, Luke Reynolds, Tanya Pach

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Jaclyn Beck, Kane Carrera, Rahiem Graham, Seth Kurzban, Jane Maikkula, Jacob Mazza, and Isabella Munoz: Congratulations! These students were selected to be a part of the Duke TIP (Talent Identifi cation Program) 2017 7th Grade Talent Search.

Sixth-Grade Scholastic Superst rs

We are excited about the opportunity this testing will aff ord these seven students! We will keep you informed as to their specifi c test date(s) so that you can keep them in your prayers! Great job, sixth graders!

Th ese students were part of our Honors Pre-Algebra class and were selected to be a part of the Duke TIP 2016 7th Grade Talent Search. Th ey earned this honor by

achieving a qualifying score above the 95th percentile on the Stanford Achievement Test taken in the spring of 2015. Th ey recently took the ACT exam alongside

Juniors and Seniors. Congratulations to Navier Baez, Lily Maikkula, and Savannah Sanchez who scored extremely high on the exam and qualifi ed for the State Duke

TIP recognition awards ceremony held at Florida Atlantic University in May. Each student and their parents all stated what a great experience it was!

DUKE TIP 2016 participants Lily Maikkula, Savannah Sanchez, Navier Baez, Matias Sanchez, Kaitlyn Adair, and Hannah Maken

Savannah, Lily, and Navier shared a celebratory lunch with parents and teachers at Olive Garden upon qualifying for the state level of the Duke TIP program.

TALENT IDENTIFICATION PROGRAM

honor societyBreakfastClubtheacaTh roughout the school year, the Honor Society helps facilitate various philanthropic programs and events - from Food For Families to our own Elementary Track and Field Day. Enjoying breakfast

together at Benny’s on the Beach with Coach Gamble, Mrs. Arterburn, and Miss Espina was a nice way to say “thank you” and spend one last day together before heading into summer.

ACA National Junior Honor Society and National Honor Society 2016 Inductees

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L-R Miss Espina stands behind NHS inductees: Kyle Nichelson, Ethan Vincent, Valeria Ulloa, Lecsa Saint-Louis, Anna Grace Justis,NHS sponsor Mrs. Laurie Arterburn, andHolly Heers.

MS: Jaclyn Beck, Caden Wyckoff, Acacia Mays, Walentz Exume, Briana Fowler, Anthony Navaroli

MS: Peyton Hardesty, Seth Kurzban, Ilyana McCartney, Navier Baez, Caleb Ferrara

MS: Madison Thompson, Leandre Charles, Hannah Maken, Cris Diaz

MS: Jane Maikkula, Kane Carrera, Lily Maikkula, Matias Sanchez, Daijah Harvin, Joey Mazza

HS: Alejandro Acosta, Sarah Myrthil, R.J. Cox, Holly Heers,Carlos Rodriguez, Sydney Purser, Edsaina Laloi

HS: Joel Otero-Sosa, Joel Kyle, Holly Heers, Jonah Arterburn, Neylena Hedmont, Ricky Heers (not pictured: Gemima Mercius)

HS: Keziah Ash, Trevin Levy, Ashley Cantu, Cristian Baidal, Justice Jackson

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Honor Society inductions, Academic and Christian Character Awards, and Athletic Awards took place Thursday and Monday, May 19 and 23.

We are so proud of all our students and how well they represent ACA!