ACS faculty, staff, students, and families gave a warm goodbye this week to faculty member and ACS parent Mrs. Erin Gibbs, who for personal reasons had to leave mid-year after serving since September as one of our 4th grade teachers. Mrs. Gibbs was thanked for her service and presented with flowers during the monthly PTF Faculty-Staff Lunch on Thursday, January 25. The following morning, her students and their parents surprised Mrs. Gibbs with a farewell party in their classroom. The students presented Mrs. Gibbs with handwritten notes describing some of their favorite memories with her. Mrs. Celine Melody, pictured at right with Mrs. Gibbs, will be the new 4th grade teacher starting on Monday. She has been working alongside Mrs. Gibbs in the classroom for the past month, getting to know the students and becoming familiar with the curriculum to provide for a smooth transition.