BETWEEN the LIONS
October 28, 2026
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Dr. Jason Putnam
Head of School
Dear ACA Families,
What a gift it was to gather for our most recent Parenting Together speaker series. On Oct. 23, our auditorium was filled with ACA moms who came to be encouraged, and we were blessed to welcome Michelle Myers, cofounder of She Works His Way.
Michelle opened God's Word to John 4 and the story of the woman at the well. A weary woman came to draw water in the heat of the day, and there she met Jesus. He offered her something no well in Samaria could give: Living water - Himself, so that she would never thirst again.
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Michelle reminded our moms that motherhood has many seasons. Some are full of joy, and some leave us running on empty. In every one of them, Jesus invites us to come to Him first. When we draw our strength from Him rather than from our own reserves, we will never thirst.
That truth is not only for mothers. It is for every one of us. Fathers, teachers, coaches, and students all face dry seasons, and all of us are tempted to draw from wells that cannot satisfy. Jesus is the well that never runs dry.
This message fits beautifully with our school verse this year, John 13:34–35. As we drink deeply of Christ's love, we have something to pour out for one another. That is what it looks like to live out Christ in Everything, in our homes and on our campus.
Thank you to Michelle for her wisdom and warmth, and to every mom who made time to join us. We look forward to seeing you at our next Parenting Together event with Dr. Kathy Koch on Nov. 17th.
The ACA Fund
Please consider donating to The ACA Fund. No gift is too small, and every gift sends a powerful message that you believe in our students, our faculty, and the mission of ACA. This year's goal is $310,000. As of Oct. 26, we have reached 30% of our goal.
Thank you for standing with us in this work!
Mark Your Calendar
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Friday, Oct. 30
Parent/Teacher conferences will take place Thursday afternoon, October 29 and Friday morning, October 30.
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Wizard of Oz Tickets On Sale!
Follow the yellow brick road to our Middle School Musical, The Wizard of Oz! Performances are Thursday, Nov. 12 at 4 PM; Friday, Nov. 13 at 7 PM; and Saturday, Nov. 14 at 6 PM at ACA. The show is open to the public. Get your tickets here!
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School Uniform SALE
It’s a great time to stock up on school uniforms at the Spirit Store! On Monday, November 9th @ 7:25-8:30am & 2:45-3:30pm all used uniforms will be 50% off!
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Veterans Day Appreciation Assembly
12:30 PM Arrival & Welcome
1:10 PM Assembly
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Thanksgiving Lunch with Your Child
Join your child for a Thanksgiving-themed lunch hosted by our Flik Dining staff on Thursday, November 19, in the Student Union and on the back patio.
Lunch is $8 per meal, payable that day by card, cash, check, or charge to your student’s account. Please RSVP by 2 PM on Monday, November 16.
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Parenting Together: Dr. Kathy Koch on "How Faith is Formed"
Join us as Dr. Kathy Koch explores how God fulfills our core needs and how sharing the Gospel through each child’s unique strengths helps them see it as personal, relevant, and truly for them.
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Playground Play Dates - Mon & Wed, 3:30–4:30 p.m.
Stay after school and let the kids play while you connect with other ACA families.
School Essentials
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Illness Policy Reminder
Please keep your student home if they have vomiting, diarrhea, or a fever of 100.0°F or higher. They may return after 24 hours symptom-free. Students with contagious symptoms like frequent coughing or sneezing, eye discharge, or cloudy nasal discharge should also stay home. Thank you for helping keep our community healthy!
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Inclement Weather Policy
As we head into the colder months, now is a great time to get familiar with ACA’s inclement weather policy. It covers how we decide on delays and closings, how and when families will be notified, and what to expect on those days. Take a few minutes to read through it so you’re ready when winter weather arrives.
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Treats & Toys for Tails 🐾
Now through November 4, the Middle School is collecting new pet toys and unopened treats for Meals on Wheels of Asheville & Buncombe County, to share with elderly neighbors and their pets. Please, no used items. Drop off donations with Mrs. Hicks in C221.
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Check Out Your Child's Artwork on Artsonia!
See your child’s artwork online. Scan the QR code or visit artsonia.com/parents with parent code 5NP62ZNS.
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Habitat Dress Down Days
A $35 donation lets a student or staff member dress down on the last Tuesday of each month. Every dollar goes to a Habitat build. Questions: seth.rowe@ashevillechristian.org.
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Spirit Store Hours & Uniform Exchange
Open Mon, Wed, and Fri, 7:45–8:30 a.m. and 2:45–3:30 p.m. Donate clean, gently used uniforms for store credit, on the second floor of the Upper School by the elevator. No t-shirts or PE uniforms.
Please note: store credit cannot be issued for used t-shirts or PE uniforms. Also, for school safety purposes, please do not donate ACA logoed clothing to local charities.
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2026–2027 Parent Calendar
The calendar is up. Plan ahead for holidays, parent nights, Winterim, Spring Break, Baccalaureate, and Graduation.
Athletics & Fine Arts News
Fall Sports Information
Upcoming Games
MS Football plays for the conference championship Thursday, Oct. 29 at 5:30 at Southside Christian in Simpsonville, SC.
Volleyball plays in the state semi-finals Friday, Oct. 30 in High Point at Wesleyan Academy
Brackets – The North Carolina Independent Schools Athletic Association
State Cross Country championship is Friday, Oct. 30 in Charlotte at McAlpine Park. Our varsity girls and boys will be competing at 9 am and 9:30 am.
Winter Sports Information
Basketball and Swimming seasons begin Nov. 2.
For more information, contact:
Swimming: Heather Butler: heather.butler@ashevillechristian.org
Boys Basketball: JR Cadot: jr.cadot@ashevillechristian.org
Girls Basketball: Jonathan Bennett: jonathan.bennett@ashevillechristian.org
Upcoming Theater Production
Tickets are NOW ON SALE for this year's Middle School Musical… THE WIZARD OF OZ! 🦁🌾
Our talented middle schoolers have been working hard to bring Dorothy's journey down the yellow brick road to life. You won't want to miss it!
Showtimes:
Thursday, Nov. 12 at 4:00 PM
Friday, Nov. 13 at 7:00 PM
Saturday, Nov. 14 at 6:00 PM
Where: ACA
Tickets: $12 adults | $10 students
This show is open to the public, so spread the word!
Parent Teacher Fellowship
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Get Involved. Stay Connected. Build Community.
PTF is one of the best ways to stay connected and build friendships in the ACA community. Parents, grandparents, aunts, and uncles are all welcome. Sign up to tell us you’re interested in helping in 2026–27.
Ways to stay connected:
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Every Monday, 8:15–9:30 a.m., at the Baker House, the home at the front of ACA. Sign in at the front desk and walk over. If there’s no school on Monday, we meet on Tuesday. Questions or prayer requests: MomsinPrayerACA@gmail.com
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Thursdays, 1:45–2:30 p.m., weather permitting. All parents are welcome to join whenever they can. Meet in front of the school, sign in, and pick up your Trail Walker sticker.
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Shop with our partners, including Ingles, Lands’ End, Harris Teeter, Box Tops, and Office Depot, and a share goes back to ACA. Past support helped buy a middle school ball cart, tables, and PE equipment. Details are on the PTF page of the ACA website.
Guidance News
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College Reps at ACA
Students can stop by and visit with college representatives at lunch to find out what makes their schools special.
Thurs., Oct. 29: George Mason University
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📅 Save the Date: "Paying for College" Webinar
Monday, November 9, 6:30–7:30 pm
Presented by College Foundation of North Carolina (CFNC) for ACA families.
Parents and students are encouraged to attend.
The webinar link will be sent out in early November.
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College Applications: Stay in the Loop
Seniors, watch for emails from Mrs. Boer. She needs to know where, when, and how you’re applying so we can send your school materials and recommendations. After you apply, keep checking for emails from the universities. You may still need to finish steps like STARS, transcript requests, or test score reports. Questions? Talk with Mrs. Boer or Mrs. Bullock.
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Juniors: Plan Ahead This Year
This is a great year to visit colleges. You’ll take the ACT at ACA on March 23, and you can also take the ACT or SAT on your own this year to free up the start of senior year.
Start thinking about summer now. Campus classes, internships, and jobs are all options, and some deadlines are coming up fast, so reach out if you’d like ideas. Also save the date for College App Camp, Monday–Thursday from 9 AM to 1 PM, June 7–10 or July 12–15.
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🎓 The FAFSA Is Open!
The 2027–28 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is now open! Seniors and their families are encouraged to get started.
How it works: Students create an account, invite their parent(s) to contribute, and complete their portion of the FAFSA. Parents then accept the invitation and fill out their section.
International Homestay Hosts Needed
What is it like to host an International Student?
Looking for more information? Please contact Deborah Stuart:
Thank you for considering this meaningful opportunity!
