Atlantic Christian School celebrated the many accomplishments of our 8th-grade students at the 8th Grade Blessing Ceremony on June 11, held in the ACS gym. This special event marked a significant milestone as our students prepare to enter high school.
The ceremony began with words of encouragement and challenge from our Chief School Administrator Karen Oblen, who urged the students to put God first above all things and to shine the light of Jesus wherever they go. She quoted Proverbs 16:3: “Commit to the LORD whatever you do, and your plans will succeed.”
The 2024 Class Valedictorian, Evangelina Kim, addressed the outgoing 8th-grade students with inspiring words, highlighting the importance of perseverance and faith. Faculty members DJ Keller and Laura Mills also shared their thoughts and support, offering guidance and encouragement to the students. Board Chair Chaz Wyckoff gave the closing remarks, and Faculty Scott Carr led a heartfelt prayer over the students, asking for God’s blessings on their new journey.
We are proud of each of our 8th graders and pray that God will continue to guide and bless them as they transition to high school. May they continue to grow in wisdom, faith, and character.
The following students completed Middle School and are now moving on to High School: Ethan Brumble, Gabriel Capito, Colton Carney, Matthew Coates, Aiden Costantini, Carson Costello, Christian (CJ) Delacruz, Caelyn Domsic, Hailey Everland, Samuel Johnson, Brandon Jorgenson, Charles Keaney, Liam Larkin, Grace Lushina, Ja’Niyah Martin, Malena Meyer, Antonino Miranda, Raquel Mitchell, Bezute Ngwabi, Maddox Nixon, Solia Pecou, Christian Pineo, Elijah Polynice, Noah Raffaele, Eliezer Reyes, Chelsie Richards, Julia Ross, Mike-Schleiden Ruffin, Matthew Schlundt, Alayna Weber, William Winkel, Lexi Wyckoff.
Awards and Recognitions:
Honor Roll (3.5 GPA or higher for the school year):
- Elijah Polynice
- William Winkel
Highest Honors (3.8 GPA or higher for the school year):
- Gabriel Capito
- Colton Carney
- Matthew Coates
- Aiden Costantini
- Caelyn Domsic
- Hailey Everland
- Liam Larkin
- Grace Lushina
- Malena Meyer
- Antonino Miranda
- Raquel Mitchell
- Christian Pineo
- Mike-Schleiden Ruffin
- Alayna Weber
Subject Awards for Highest Average:
Bible: Gabriel Capito, Malena Meyer
Science: Gabriel Capito, Aiden Costantini
Social Studies: Gabriel Capito, Matthew Coates, Aiden Costantini
Literature: Honors – Gabriel Capito, Matthew Coates, Aiden Costantini; CP – Hailey Everland
8th Grade Algebra: Honors – Gabriel Capito; CP – Hailey Everland
PE: Girls – Caelyn Domsic, Malena Meyer; Boys – Gabriel Capito, Aiden Costantini
Highest Overall Average for the 8th Grade Class: Gabriel Capito
Citizenship Award: Grace Lushina, Matthew Coates
COMPASS Award: Malena Meyer, Gabriel Capito
National Fitness Award: Grace Lushina, Solia Pecou, Chelsie Richards, Ethan Brumble, Colton Carney, Carson Costello, Brandon Jorgenson, Liam Larkin, Christian Pineo, Matthew Schlundt
Presidential Fitness Award: Caelyn Domsic, Malena Meyer, Raquel Mitchell, Gabriel Capito, Aiden Costantini
Cougar Award: Malena Meyer, Colton Carney
Parent Teacher Fellowship:
The PTF recognized the following students who have attended ACS from Kindergarten through 8th grade: Gabriel Capito, Colton Carney, Matthew Coates, Grace Lushina, Raquel Mitchell, Bezute Ngwabi, Solia Pecou, Elijah Polynice, Matthew Schlundt, William Winkel
PTF Essay Awards:
$400 – Gabriel Capito
$250 – Malena Meyer
$100 – Liam Larkin
