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The third graders spent last week learning about microbes, and how some can help us and how others can harm us. Some microbes cause illnesses – as simple as a cold or as serious as measles. Other microbes are good and help us to digest the food we eat. Some make useful medicine, like penicillin.
The students found out why recycling is so important when they learned that a plastic bottle takes from 450 to 1000 years to decompose on its own. Our question to explore was : How would scientist developing a microbe that quickly decomposes plastic benefit us? I wouldn’t be surprised if years from now one of these students invents/ discovers that microbe!!

What did today bring at ACS? Well, about 200 empanadas and a bunch of happy 7th graders who raised over $200 for the Farewell Dinner for the Class of 2019. It has been a twenty year (according to our calculations) tradition at ACS for the 7th graders to plan, cook, and perform for the graduating class. It was a busy couple of hours, but all the 7th graders now know the secret to sofrito, sazón, and gandules.

This week was the perfect opportinity to celebrate the power of reading at ACS! Everyone was all smiles this morning as they were greeted by Mrs. Shumny and The Cat in the Hat – whom also lead prayers this morning! The whole school shared in a small discussion on what Lent means and the special time that it marks in our Church. The rest of the day included the principal reading to each class, sharing some Seuss-isms, a visit from some of our favorite Dr. Seuss’ characters, a time of reflection, and ended with a surprise DROP EVERYTHING & READ!

The Classes of 2019 and 2020 recently had representatives of the Perth Amboy Police Department speak to them on media safety. Detectives G. Betancourt and Detective R. Nolasco took time to explain the consequences of inappropriate actions using social media. 

The detective showed two videos depicting real – life situations in which the use of social media caused much personal pain for those involved. Cyber -bullying and sexting was addressed with the students. Students discussed with the detectives how it affects those involved and what can be done if a student finds themselves in that situation. Also discussed was what can result when charges are brought about as a result of using social media for the purpose of hurting someone’s reputation. Students left the discussion with the knowledge that we must be responsible when using social media and the need to report inappropriate actions on social media.Thank you Detectives Betancourt and Nolasco for an informative session!

Out of 240 posters submitted, our 5th grader, Kiera, won 2nd place for the Diocese of Metuchen Catholic Schools Week poster contest. Way to go Kiera! The theme this year was: “How can we do as Jesus has asked us and love others who look different from us? How can we celebrate our differences?” Her art work was beautiful and her message was powerful. When Mrs. Shumny announced the big news today, everyone was so proud of her!

The 2019 ACS Father Daughter Dance was outstanding! All the young ladies who attended the event looked lovely in their dresses and their dad’s looked so proud to be their dance partners.Throughout the evening we played some special songs where fathers and daughters were able to dance and enjoy their special bond. This is ACS’s second annual Father Daughter Dance and truly a night to remember for all.

The kids started the day with an inference game. Students had to listen to the clues and infer which person or animal should get the Valentine. The day continued with Valentine themed centers , crafts and delivery of our Valentines. The day ended with delicious treats for everyone! Happy Valentine’s Day!

Last week at  ACS we hosted a wonderful community event. What started in October as a Basketball Club at our school grew into a smaller competitive team, which showed a lot of heart tonight. We invited Perth Amboy Catholic School to play a game with us and we’re estaticto host. PACS students played an excellent game and took the win. We thank them and their coaches for the competitive scrimmage. We look forward to many more sport events! SO WHO IS JOINING TRACK?

What is going on in 7th grade?! Well, they have been studying drawing things to scale, indirect measures, proportions and comparing scale drawings to real life objects. The students created a scale drawing of a basic home with 4 rooms and now will take that scale drawing and create a model home. They had to use their math skills and work collaboratively! What a great project!