Cougar Current 2018-2019 Archives - Page 13 of 15 - Atlantic Christian School

ACS Adds Gaga Ball Pit with Grant Support

Atlantic Christian School is grateful to have received a Physical Enhancement Grant from AtlantiCare’s Healthy Schools, Healthy Children program. With this grant, ACS was able to purchase and install a commercial-grade Gaga Ball pit in a permanent location at the back of our elementary playground on turf grass. While our school has used portable Gaga Ball pits in the past, this new pit provides a dedicated, long-term space for students to enjoy active play. Since…

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ACS Teams Excel at TSCAC Track Meet

Congratulations to the 94 ACS middle school and high school students who competed in the Tri-State Christian Athletic Conference Track Meet on Thursday, May 8. Our student-athletes earned numerous medals and top team honors! The annual conference meet was held on the ACS campus for the 19th year and featured athletes from seven regional Christian schools. It was a beautiful day for competition—with relays, shot put, long jump, and more—as coaches, teachers, classmates, and families…

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Thank You for Supporting the Cougar Classic Fundraiser 2025!

We are deeply thankful to everyone who participated in and supported our 2025 Cougar Classic Golf Fundraiser at Harbor Pines Golf Club on Thursday, May 1. Because of your generosity and God’s provision, we were blessed to raise over $41,000 in gross proceeds, for Atlantic Christian School’s Tuition Assistance Fund—praise the Lord! The day was filled with sunshine, great fellowship, and friendly competition. Congratulations to our Cougar Classic Golf Tournament winners: That evening, we welcomed…

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Celebrating the 2025 Servant’s Heart Award Recipients

At Atlantic Christian School, we believe true greatness is found in serving others, as Jesus taught in Matthew 23:11—”The greatest among you will be your servant.” Each year, we honor individuals and organizations who reflect this Christlike spirit through our Servant’s Heart Award. We are pleased to announce the 2025 recipients whose selfless service has been a blessing to our school community: AtlantiCare – Healthy Schools, Healthy Children Program For over a decade, AtlantiCare has…

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High School and Middle School Mission Teams Share Christ’s Love Through Service

During Easter Break, students from both the High School and Middle School Mission Teams stepped out in faith to serve others and share the love of Christ. The High School Mission Team, led by Mr. Dave Genter, traveled to Corozal, Belize with five chaperones and 20 students. Each day, the team led a Vacation Bible School (VBS) program for about 100 local youth. Through songs, games, Bible lessons, and small group time, our students built…

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Re-Ignite Spiritual Retreat Set for May 15 – A Special Day to Refocus and Grow in Faith

Students in grades 8 through 12 are invited to attend this year’s Re-Ignite — a special half-day retreat focused on deepening their walk with God. The event will be held on Wednesday, May 15 from 8:45 a.m. to 12:00 noon in the ACS gym. Re-Ignite is a time set apart for students to step away from the busyness of school life and spend intentional time in praise, worship, prayer, and reflection. The retreat will include…

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Enjoy a Night Out and Support ACS Athletics!

Make plans to dine out with family and friends at Applebee’s in Somers Point on Tuesday, May 20 for ACS Spirit Night! When you eat at Applebee’s that evening, 15% of your total check will be donated to support our Athletic Program. It’s a great way to enjoy a delicious meal while helping our student-athletes! Just be sure to present the flyer below to your server when you order. Thank you for partnering with us…

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Elementary Mom and Son Event: Gellyball and Ice Cream

Join us for a fun Mom and Son event with GellyBall and Ice Cream! GellyBall blasters use low pressure to launch soft, biodegradable GellyBalls—perfect for a high-energy, fun time! This fast-paced, action-packed experience is safe, memorable, and a great way to bond with your son. After the games, cool down and enjoy some sweet treats with ice cream for everyone! This event is open to boys in grades K–5 and their mom or another special…

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Cougar Camp 2025 – Limited Full-Time Spots Available!

Get ready for a summer of fun, learning, and adventure at ACS Cougar Camp 2025! This exciting day camp is open to students entering grades 1-7 and will run from Monday, June 23 through Friday, August 22. The Cougar Camp hours are from 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., with daily Camp Activities running from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Each day is packed with hands-on learning and recreational fun, including: Cougar Camp blends education with…

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Spanish 3 Students Enjoy a Day of Culture, Conversation, and Cuisine

On Tuesday, March 26, students in the Spanish 3 Dual Enrollment class had a special opportunity to immerse themselves in Hispanic culture during a field trip to several local establishments. Accompanied by Mrs. Johnson and Mr. De la Cruz, the students visited Milly’s Restaurant in Vineland, where they enjoyed delicious, authentic Latin American dishes. While at Milly’s, the students spoke in Spanish with owner Ms. Milly and her staff. Ms. Milly was impressed by the…

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Congratulations to Our Newest National Junior Honor Society Members!

We are proud to announce the newest members of the National Junior Honor Society at Atlantic Christian School. These outstanding students were officially inducted during a special evening ceremony held on April 15, 2025. Membership in the National Junior Honor Society is a prestigious honor that recognizes students who have demonstrated excellence in academics, leadership, character, and service. We commend each of these students for their hard work and dedication. Please join us in celebrating…

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ACS Celebrates the Hope of Easter at All-School Chapel

On Thursday, April 17, Atlantic Christian School students and staff gathered in the gym for a special all-school Easter Chapel to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus—who died for our sins and rose again to give us salvation and eternal life. Students from PreK3, 4th grade, the Elementary Worship Team, and the High School Worship Team led the school community in worship. Their songs reminded us of the true meaning of Easter. ACS parent Mr. Lee…

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ACS Track Explorers and Middle School Team Compete at NNJCSA Field Day

ACS athletes from the Track Explorers Afterschool Club and the Middle School Track team traveled to Hawthorne Christian Academy to compete in the NNJCSA Field Day on Tuesday, April 29.  There were 4 other Christian Schools there at this event for 3rd-8th grade. ACS students performed very well there and finished 3rd in both divisions (Elementary and Middle School).  3rd grader Colton Costello and 4th grader Jayce Bird placed in 5 events, with Colton with…

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ACS Observes National Day of Prayer with Special Chapel Services

May 1 was the National Day of Prayer and ACS took special time during the Elementary and Upper School Chapels to pray for our country, families, leaders and more.  ACS is happy to be able to participate in the official day that the United States has set aside to pray and teach the students how important prayer is.  Elementary Principal Bethany Kiefer led the 1st-5th grade students in a lesson on prayer in general as…

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Early Education Hosts “Muffins with Mom” to Celebrate Mother’s Day

On Friday, May 2, ACS’ Early Education program celebrated Mother’s Day a week early with the “Muffins with Mom” special activities.   Students in our PK2, PK3 and PK4 classes welcomed their Moms with pompoms and excitement as they entered the beautifully decorated event space for the tea.  The children helped get their mom some muffins and had a sweet snack with them.  Each class then sang a special song for the Moms. One of the…

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