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ACS Presents Rescue Mission With $1,517 from Bowls of Hope Benefit; Williams’ 5th Grade Class Wins Bowls of Hope Contest

ACS presented the Atlantic City Rescue Mission with a check for $1,517 on March 9 from the proceeds of the February 4 Bowls of Hope Soup Cook-Off to help fund the Mission’s important work meeting the needs of the homeless in Atlantic City and surrounding communities. Accepting the check on behalf of the Rescue Mission were Pastor Bill Warner, Vice President of Biblical Education and Policy, and Sara Franklin, Chair of the Mission’s Board of Trustees.

The high school students who helped present the check are members of the Student Council who volunteered at the Bowls of Hope fundraiser. Also participating in the check presentation were Chief School Administrator Karen Oblen, Upper School Principal Meg McHale, and Event Coordinator Christian Delacruz. The Student Council members pictured in the photo are: Isabell Alford, Sophia Costello, Rebecca DiMaio, Zachary Fosbenner, Noah Gibbs, Caden Kim, Evangelina Kim, Autumn Loo, Alli Lushina, Ryleigh Martin, David O’Donnell, Haven Sanchez, Allison Schlundt, Nathan Stein, and Noelle Thompson.

Ms. Williams’ 5th grade class won the Bowls of Hope Classroom Fundraising Contest.

In a separate presentation, Ms. Amy Williams’ 5th grade class was recognized for winning first place in the Bowls of Hope classroom fundraising contest, raising the most funds from ticket sales and sponsorships. The class received a pizza party as its prize.

Thank you to our students, school families, faculty and staff, and friends in the community for helping make our Bowls of Hope Soup Cook-Off a success.

Student Talent Show Entertains Crowd at Feb. 4 Bowls of Hope Soup Cook-Off

ACS students from elementary to high school entertained the audience at the Bowls of Hope Soup Cook-Off Benefit on February 4 as they sang, danced, played the piano and violin, and even kicked and leaped with ninja-like moves as part of the Student Talent Show.

“We believe that every student has God-given gifts and creative talents and the Bowls of Hope Talent Show gave some of our students the chance to share their musical and artistic abilities with our school families and friends,” said Event Coordinator Christian Delacruz, who oversaw the auditions for the Talent Show.

“We’re proud of every student who performed and they all did a really good job,” Delacruz said. He also thanked faculty member Amy Parker for serving as the Master of Ceremonies throughout the evening and kept everyone informed and excited as each performer took to the stage.

Congratulations to each of the Talent Show participants, listed here in the order that they performed:

  • The 5th Grade Worship Team, singing and doing choreography to “Light of the World”
  • 5th grader Ella Henigan – playing “Danny Boy” on the violin
  • 1st grader Roselyn Vega – singing “Thank God”
  • 4th grader Allie Pineo – singing “Reckless Love”
  • Kindergartener Braylen Borlandoe – dancing and doing Ninja moves to “Ninja Music”
  • 3rd grader Callie Gibson and 2nd grader Olivia Moren-Owens singing “We Don’t Talk About Bruno”
  • 7th grader Nino Miranda – playing “Kings Ballroom” on the piano
  • 5th grader Megan Connolly – singing “Big House”
  • 3rd graders Jeremiah Diaz, Victoria Rosario, and Sadie Wyzen-Gregory – singing and moving to “Gratitude”
  • 11th grader Ryleigh Martin – singing “King of Kings”
  • 4th graders Lily Kimmerley, Bella Markert, and Allie Pineo – singing “Peace Like a River”

Photo credits: Gail Crafton, AC Photo.

ACS Sponsoring Student Video Contest to Promote Bowls of Hope Soup Cook-Off, Submission Deadline is Thursday, Jan. 26

Students in the 6th-12th grades are being challenged to create an original video to promote the Bowls of Hope Soup Cook-Off and Canned Food Drive. The contest offers VISA gift card prizes for the top three entries and those winning videos will be posted on ACS social media the last week of January leading up to the February 4 Cook-Off.

Information about the contest was sent to parents, students, and staff in an email from Chief School Administrator Karen Oblen the week of January 9 and an information flyer with details was sent home with students and is posted below.

The video should not be more than 2 minutes long and must be submitted by Thursday, January 26. Videos will be rated on originality, creativity, and promotion of the Bowls of Hope and the Canned Food Drive.

Video entries should be uploaded to: http://bit.ly/bowlsofhopevideo

 

Sal’s Cafe, La Tia Peruvian Cuisine Win Top Awards at 2022 Bowls of Hope Soup Cook-Off Benefit

Our 2022 Bowls of Hope Soup Cook-Off was a super success! Congratulations to Sal’s Cafe in Somers Point for winning the “People’s Choice Golden Spoon Award” with their New England Clam Chowder. Some 400 people filled our gym to taste these and other delicious signature soups from area restaurants and then voted for their favorite soup. Congratulations also to La Tia Peruvian Cuisine in Linwood for winning the “Chef’s Super Soup Award” with their Peruvian Chicken Soup.

Professional chefs David Goldstein and Peter Guzzo served as our judges this year to select the recipient of the “Chef’s Super Soup Award.” Pictured with the chefs are, from left, Amaya Perez and co-owner Maria Uceda of La Tia Peruvian Cuisine. Coming in tied for 2nd place for the Chef’s Award were Gregory’s Restaurant and Bar in Somers Point, with a Shrimp and Crab Bisque, and the Atlantic City Rescue Mission Kitchen, with a Broccoli and Cheddar Soup. Congratulations to 2011 ACS alumnus Dara Heston, who headed up the Mission’s culinary team.

For the Golden Spoon Award, pictured at top in the center are David Rossi and owner Blair Pira of Sal’s Cafe, with (from left) Chief School Administrator Karen Oblen, Upper School Principal Meg McHale, and Event Coordinator Christian Delacruz.  Gregory’s Restaurant and Bar in Somers Point placed 2nd, and Stir It Up Catering in Northfield placed 3rd with their Chicken Pot Pie Soup.

All funds raised from this community-building event, now in its 9th year, are benefiting the Atlantic City Rescue Mission and Atlantic Christian School.

Thank you to everyone who bought a ticket, donated to be an Event Sponsor, or brought cans of soup and other non-perishable items for the Community FoodBank of New Jersey, Southern Branch. The Bowls of Hope showcased eleven restaurants in and around Atlantic County serving up their specialty soups. Our high school students were among over 50 student and staff volunteers who helped serve the soups and worked behind the scenes in the kitchen, with set up and clean up, selling tickets, and more.

Thank you also to our generous sponsors who helped make this benefit fundraiser a success — American Church Group of New Jersey; B.F. Mazzeo Fruit and Produce; Chick-fil-A Fire Road; Elder Pest Control; Formica Bros. Bakery; Fortress Financial; HS Restoration and Cleaning Service; Klingert Family Chiropractic Center; Olympic Physical Therapy; and Texas Roadhouse, Egg Harbor Township.

We are also grateful to Chester’s Bakery and a number of parents who donated desserts, and to Greate Bay Country Club for  providing high top tables for our guests. Thank you also to Chef Joe Massaglia of the “Joe’s Table for Two” WOND Radio program, to Rick Brancadora of Wibbage Radio, and Press of Atlantic City editor Scott Cronick for helping promote the event, and to photographer and ACS grandparent Gail Crafton of AC Photo for donating her services.

 

 

Bowls of Hope Food Drive Collects Over 2 Tons of Food for Community FoodBank of NJ

Our Bowls of Hope Food Drive collected over two tons of food for the Community FoodBank of NJ, Southern Branch, with a total weight of 4,063 pounds and close to last year’s record of 4,655 pounds.  Middle school and high school students on the Student Council, who helped organize the school-wide event, packed up and loaded the donations into boxes on wooden pallets for pickup by a FoodBank truck on Wednesday, February 9. Congratulations to Mrs. Capito’s 1st grade class for winning first place for the second year in a row among all PreK-12th grade classes for collecting the most non-perishable food by weight — 505 pounds.

Mrs. Capito’s first grade class came in first place for the second year in a row in a school-wide contest by collecting the most non-perishable food donations by weight — 505 pounds.

“Thank you to all our school families who donated throughout January and to everyone who attended our Bowls of Hope Soup Cook-Off and brought in food to make this an overwhelming success,” said faculty member Dave Genter, who oversaw the drive as the Student Council Advisor. “Your generosity is helping out many families in our community who are struggling to make ends meet.”

The Food Drive was held during the month of January and concluded on February 5 at the Bowls of Hope Soup Cook-Off. In January, hundreds of paper grocery bags donated by the English Creek Shoprite in Egg Harbor Township were sent home with students for families to fill with their food  donations.

Mrs. Capito’s 1st grade class will be enjoying a pizza party as their prize for collecting the most donations by weight. Two other classes were also recognized for their efforts — in second place, Mrs. McCartney’s 1C class, which collected 457 pounds of food, and in 3rd place, Mrs. Brossman’s 1st grade class, which collected 436 pounds of food.

Bowls of Hope Super Soup Coupon Card on Sale Until February 28, Enjoy Soups at 10 Local Restaurants

If you enjoyed the soups served at the Bowls of Hope Soup Cook-Off Benefit on February 5, you can continue enjoying them this winter and spring by purchasing a Bowls of Hope Super Soup Coupon Card and also help raise more funds for the ACS Annual Fund. The card, which is being sold for $20, entitles you to a free cup of soup, generally with a minimum purchase, from 10 area restaurants. The card will be on sale until Monday, February 28 and will be valid until May 31, 2022 for take-out or eat-in orders.

Several restaurants on the card were unable to attend the Soup Cook-Off in person, but chose to support ACS by being on the Coupon Card. The 1o participating restaurants are:  Bahay Kubo; Gregory’s Restaurant & Bar; La Cucina Ristorante; La Tia Peruvian Cuisine; Maurizio’s Express EHT; Sana & Sadia’s Cafe; Sofia Restaurant; Stir It Up; Velo Cafe; and Windjammer Diner Bar & Grille.

By purchasing a Super Soup Coupon Card you are supporting our school’s educational programs and the local restaurants in our community who understand the value of a Christian education. Purchase a card for yourself and give some as a gift to family and friends.

CLICK HERE to purchase a card online or it can be purchased in the school office.

This year’s Bowls of Hope sponsors are also featured on the Coupon Card: the American Church Group of New Jersey; B.F. Mazzeo Fruits and Produce; Chick-fil-A Fire Road; Elder Pest Control; Formica Bros. Bakery; Fortress Financial; HS Restoration and Cleaning Service; Klingert Family Chiropractic Center; Olympic Physical Therapy; and Texas Roadhouse, Egg Harbor Township.

 

Bowls of Hope Soup Cook-Off Just One Week Away on Saturday, Feb. 5; Buy Your Tickets Online or at the Door

Our 2022 Bowls of Hope Soup Cook-Off Benefit is just one week away — on Saturday, February 5, 2022 — from 6:00-8:00 p.m. in the school gym. An exciting line-up of restaurants and chefs are competing in the cook-off and ACS students will be entertaining the crowd with a lively Student Talent Show. All proceeds will benefit Atlantic Christian and the Atlantic City Rescue Mission.

Tickets can be purchased at the door or online at: acseht.org/bowlsofhope/tickets. Tickets prices are $20 for adults, $10 for students, and $5 for children aged 6-10 year old. Children five and under are free.  ACS is also selling $20 Super Soup Coupon Cards that can be used from February to May to enjoy a free serving of soup with a minimum purchase from the outstanding restaurants participating in our Cook-Off. The Coupon Cards can be purchased online or at the Bowls of Hope Soup Cook-Off.

For one ticket price, attendees at the Cook-Off can sample signature soups and vote for their favorite. The top vote-getter will be presented with the “Golden Spoon People’s Choice Award” during the evening. Some of the restaurants and chefs competing in the Cook-Off will include: the Atlantic City Rescue Mission Kitchen, Bahay Kubo, Carluccio’s, The Cheese Board, Gregory’s Restaurant and Bar, Maurizio’s Express EHT, Sana & Sadia’s Mediterranean Cafe, Sal’s Cafe, Sofia’s of Margate, Stir It Up, and Windjammer.  The ticket price also includes crusty rolls donated by Formica Brothers Bakery, beverages, and desserts.

ACS Event Coordinator Christian Delacruz will be promoting the Bowls of Hope on the morning of February 5 as a guest on “Joe’s Table for Two” radio show on WOND 1400 AM, from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. The show’s host, Chef Joseph Massaglia, will once again be our celebrity soup judge at the Bowls of Hope and will select his favorite to receive the “Chef’s Super Soup Award.”  Also appearing as a guest on the show will be Chef Donny of Sal’s Cafe, a past Golden Spoon People’s Choice Award Winner who will be entering a soup in the Bowls of Hope  Soup Cook-Off.

We also appreciate and thank our nine generous Bowls of Hope Sponsors who are helping us reach our goal of raising $10,000 from this fundraiser.  Our Bowls of Hope sponsors are: the American Church Group of NJ; B.F. Mazzeo Fruit & Produce; Chick-fil-A Fire Road; Elder Pest Control; Fortress Financial; HS Restoration and Cleaning Service; Klingert Family Chiropractic Center; Olympic Physical Therapy; and Texas Roadhouse EHT.  In the final 15 days leading up to the Cook-Off, each of our sponsors is being featured on the ACS Facebook and Instagram pages as a special way to say thank-you for supporting ACS and Christian education.

Everyone attending the Bowls of Hope is also being asked to bring a can of soup or other non-perishable for the final day of our Bowls of Hope Food Drive to benefit the Community FoodBank of NJ, Southern Branch.

Donate to the ACS Food Drive by Friday, Feb. 4 or at the Feb. 5 Bowls of Hope Event

Donations of canned soup, vegetables, and other non-perishable food have been steadily coming in for our Bowls of Hope Food Drive and we are grateful for the generosity of our school families. Students in Mrs. Correa’s PreK3 class had fun this week putting their donations into their class collection tub. Next week is the last week to bring in your food items or you can bring them with you to the Bowls of Hope Soup Cook-Off on Saturday,  February 5.

All donations with non-expired labels will be donated to the Community FoodBank of NJ, Southern Branch. Student Council Advisor Dave Genter said he hopes ACS can set a new food drive record by collecting enough food to surpass last year’s record of 4 tons.

The Student Council will also be awarding a pizza party to the class that collects the most amount of food by weight. Genter will be overseeing Student Council members who will be weighing the contents of every classroom collection bin at the end of next week.

Here are some important guidelines for the Food Drive:

  • Please check the food labels and do not donate any food with expired labels; they cannot be donated to the FoodBank.
  • Please be sure to write your child’s name and teacher’s name on any bag you send in with donated food. This will make sure your donation gets to your child’s class and can be part of the overall amount that each class is collecting.

Thank you for your participation.

ACS to Hold In-Person Bowls of Hope Soup Cook-Off on Saturday, Feb. 5; Tickets & Sponsorships Now on Sale

ACS parents, families, and friends are invited to attend our 9th ACS Bowls of Hope Soup Cook-Off Benefit to be held as an in-person event on Saturday, February 5, 2022 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. in the school gym. Some 20 restaurants and chefs are expected to serve up their signature soups. Come out for an enjoyable evening of good food and fellowship. All proceeds will benefit Atlantic Christian and the Atlantic City Rescue Mission.  ACS students will also entertain the crowd with a Talent Show.

In addition to selling tickets to the Cook-Off, ACS is also selling Super Soup Coupon Cards for $20 each in January and February. With the Coupon Card, you can receive a free soup, with a minimum purchase, for take-out or eat-in orders at up to 15 local restaurants from February 1 to May 31, 2022.

Some of the restaurants already signed up for the Cook-Off are: Carluccio’s, La Cucina Ristorante, Maurizio’s Express EHT, Sal’s Cafe, Sofia Restaurant, and Gregory’s Restaurant & Bar, which has won several past Bowls of Hope People’s Choice and Super Soup Chef’s Choice Awards. Chef Joseph Massaglia, host of Joe’s Table for Two radio show and owner of Mama Mia’s Ristorante Bin Marmora, will be attending the event to serve as our celebrity soup judge.

Several businesses are already on board as Sponsors — B.F. Mazzeo Fruit & Produce; Elder Pest Control; Fortress Financial; HS Restoration & Cleaning Service; Olympic Physical Therapy, and Texas Roadhouse. Additional sponsors are welcome for a donation of $400 and sponsors will receive 4 complimentary adult tickets to the Bowls of Hope and a variety of advertising benefits. Rolls, beverages, and delicious home-made desserts will also be provided.

Everyone attending the Bowls of Hope is also being asked to bring in a can of soup or other non-perishable to donate to the Community FoodBank of NJ, Southern Branch. It’s all about giving back to our community!

The prices of the Bowls of Hope tickets, which are considered a charitable, tax-deductible gift, are: Adults-$20; Students-$10; Children (6-10)-$5; Children 5 and under are free. Tickets and sponsorships can be purchased in the ACS school office or online at — acseht.org/bowlsofhope/tickets. Tickets and Super Soup Coupon Cards will also be sold at the door that night.

Students to Perform at Bowls of Hope Talent Show — Auditions on Thursday, Jan. 20

Students from kindergarten to the 12th grade are invited to audition for the Bowls of Hope Talent Show, to be held during the Bowls of Hope Soup Cook-Off on Saturday, February 5.  Talent Show auditions will be on Thursday, January 2o, from 3:15-5:00 p.m. in the Music Room. The sign-up form for the auditions is in the school office and students will receive a specific audition time slot.

The act cannot be more than 3 minutes long. If music is part of the act, students must be sure to bring a track or sheet music to the audition.

If a student needs a different audition time, please contact Event Coordinator Christian Delacruz to discuss an alternate time. Delacruz can be reached at cdelacruze@acseht.org or 609-653-1199, ext. 302.

 

 

Student Video Contest to Promote Bowls of Hope Soup Cook-Off

Students in the 6th to 12th grades are being challenged to create an original video to promote the Bowls of Hope Soup Cook-Off. The contest offers VISA gift card prizes for the top three entries and the winning videos will be posted on ACS social media in January and early February and shown at the Bowls of Hope Soup Cook-Off on February 5.

Information about the contest was sent to parents, students, and staff in an email from Chief School Administrator Karen Oblen on January 13. An information flyer with details about the contest  is posted below.

The video should not be more than 2 minutes and 30 seconds long and must be submitted by Friday, January 29, 2022.

Video entries should be uploaded to:  http://bit.ly/bowlsofhopevideo

 

Mark Your Calendar for In-Person Bowls of Hope Soup Cook-Off Benefit on Feb. 5, 2022

Mark your calendar for our 9th ACS Bowls of Hope Soup Cook-Off Benefit to be held on Saturday, February 5, 2022 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. in the school gym. You won’t want to miss this enjoyable and entertaining evening of good food, fellowship, a student Talent Show, and a canned food drive — all to benefit ACS, the Atlantic City Rescue Mission, and the Community FoodBank of New Jersey, Southern Branch.

The Bowls of Hope benefit and canned food drive will be spearheaded by our high school students, giving them an opportunity to support ACS and bless our local community by selling tickets to the event, volunteering during the Bowls of Hope, and encouraging family and friends to donate to the canned food drive. An email with more information about the Bowls of Hope will be sent to the parents and guardians of high school students in early January.

The Bowls of Hope will seek to feature some 20 area restaurants and chefs serving up their signature soups. For one ticket price, those attending will have the opportunity to sample the soups and vote for their favorite. The canned food drive will kick off in January and continue through the night of the Bowls of Hope to benefit the Community FoodBank.

Tickets and Event Sponsorships are available for purchase.  For a gift of $400 an individual, business, or nonprofit can be an Event Sponsor. Event Sponsors will receive four complimentary tickets and will be recognized on a large banner at the entrance to the event, listed in the event program, and thanked during program announcements at the event.

CLICK HERE to be an Event Sponsor or to purchase tickets.

ACS Announces Bowls of Hope Student Video Contest Winners

The top three winners of the 2nd annual Bowls of Hope Student Video Contest were recognized and awarded gift cards during Chapel on Wednesday, March 10. The students who submitted the winning entries are, from left — 12th grader Haoshen (Katherine) Kong, 1st place; 4th grader Gaebriel Hahn-Chaney, 3rd place and 6th grader Caedyn Hahn-Chaney, 2nd place.  The first place  video was shown to the students during chapel and will be posted on the ACS Facebook page in the coming weeks.

Sales of Super Soup Coupon Cards will end on March 31.  The proceeds of the Bowls of Hope will benefit ACS and Community FoodBank of NJ, Southern Branch. 

CLICK HERE to view the 1st place Bowls of Hope video by Katherine Kong and Leo Li.

CLICK HERE to view the 2nd place Bowls of Hope video by Caedyn Hahn- Chaney.

CLICK HERE to view the 3rd place Bowls of Hope video by Gaebriel Hahn-Chaney.

CLICK HERE to purchase a Bowls of Hope Super Soup Restaurant Coupon Card using our online order form.

Gregory’s Restaurant Wins Golden Spoon Award at 2020 Bowls of Hope Soup Cook-Off Benefit

Over 450 people came out on Saturday, February 1 to sample a variety of delicious soups and choose their favorite at our 7th annual Bowls of Hope Soup Cook-Off. Congratulations to Gregory’s Restaurant and Bar in Somers Point for taking first place in the People’s Choice Golden Spoon Award for the second year in a row, serving up a shrimp and crab roasted corn chowder. The Gregory’s family is also part of the ACS family and everyone gathered on stage to receive their award.

Sal’s Coal-Fired Pizza in Somers Point took 2nd place for the second year in a row, serving a tortellini soup. The Atlantic City Rescue Mission Kitchen finished in 3rd place with its broccoli and cheddar soup, the first time the Rescue Mission has placed in the contest. Congratulations to 2011 ACS alumnus Dara Heston, who headed up the Mission’s culinary team.

Thank you to everyone who bought a ticket, donated to be an Event Sponsor, or brought cans of soup and other non-perishable items for the Community FoodBank of New Jersey. The Bowls of Hope showcased some of the best restaurants in and around Atlantic County serving up their specialty soups. Our high school students had the great experience of helping serve some of the soups and working behind the scenes with set-up, clean-up, selling tickets, and more.

Thirty-five elementary and middle school students presented 16 entertaining acts throughout the evening, showcasing their God-given talents and abilities. Students sang, danced, played the violin, and even performed while riding hover boards. Faculty member Amy Parker and senior Ashleigh Martin served as the Talent Show emcees.

We would like to thank and recognize the 20 chefs and restaurants who donated soup and helped make our event a success. Please join us in thanking them by patronizing these establishments. Our 20 participating restaurants and chefs were: Academy of Culinary Arts; Atlantic City Rescue Mission Kitchen; Bahay Kubo; Barrels; Bonterra Market; Carluccio’s; Charlie’s Bar & Restaurant; Eat Clean Organization; Gregory’s Restaurant & Bar; La Cucina Ristorante; Maurizio’s Pizzeria; Romanelli’s On the Greene; Sal’s Coal Fired Pizza; Sofia Restaurant; Steve and Cookies Restaurant; Tacocat; Tennessee Avenue Beer Hall; The Cheese Board; The Local’s Spot; and Whisk Bakery and Cafe.

We would also like to thank and recognize our generous Bowls of Hope Sponsors: American Church Group of NJ; B.F. Mazzeo Fruits and Produce; Clayton’s Self Storage; Edward Jones Investments, Jason Kiefer, Financial Advisor; Formica Brothers Bakery; H.S. Restoration and Cleaning Service; Klingert Family Chiropractic; Olympic Physical Therapy; and SERVPRO of Egg Harbor/Ventnor City.

CLICK HERE to read more exciting details and see photos of our Bowls of Hope as reported in the Press of Atlantic City’s February 1 article. Hope to see everyone back again next year!

ACS Announces Bowls of Hope Student Video Contest Winners

The top three winners of the 1st annual Bowls of Hope Student Video Contest were recognized and awarded gift cards during our MS/HS Chapel on Friday, January 31. The students who submitted the winning entries are, from left — 11th grader Haoshen (Katherine) Kong, 2nd place; 12th grader Mark Rosie, 1st place; and 6th grader Paityn Kates, 3rd place.

The winners were introduced by Upper School Principal Meg McHale and their videos promoting the Bowls of Hope Soup Cook-Off were shown to the students, who applauded and cheered for each video and the students who created them.

To meet the video contest guidelines, each video encouraged people to attend the Cook-Off because it is an event focused on giving back to the community and helping those in need. The proceeds of the Bowls of Hope will go to ACS and the Atlantic City Rescue Mission. The videos also encouraged those who attend to bring canned goods or other non-perishables to donate to the Bowls of Hope Food Drive to benefit the Community FoodBank of NJ, Southern Branch.

The student videos are being posted on Atlantic Christian School’s social media sites on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter and will also be shown during the Bowls of Hope on Saturday night.

CLICK HERE to view the 1st place Bowls of Hope video by Mark Rosie.

CLICK HERE to view the 2nd place Bowls of Hope video by Katherine Kong.

CLICK HERE to view the 3rd place Bowls of Hope video by Paityn Kates.

Bowls of Hope Soup Cook-Off One Day Away, Evening Includes Student Talent Show

Our popular Bowls of Hope Soup Cook-Off is just one day away — on Saturday, February 1 — from 6-8 p.m. in the school gym. Come out and sample delicious signature soups and be entertained by 34 of our elementary and middle school students as they sing, dance, and play instruments in our Talent Show. ACS high school students will also be volunteering at the event, serving up soup and greeting families and friends.

We are grateful to the 20 restaurants and chefs donating soup and to our 9 Bowls of Hope Sponsors — American Church Group of NJ; B.F. Mazzeo Fruits & Produce; Clayton’s Self Storage; Edward Jones Investments, Jason Kiefer Financial Advisor; Formica Bros. Bakery; H.S. Restoration & Cleaning Service; Klingert Family Chiropractic; Olympic Physical Therapy; and SERVPRO of Egg Harbor/Ventnor City. All proceeds from sponsorships, ticket sales, and donations will benefit the school’s educational programs and the Atlantic City Rescue Mission.

Don’t forget to bring a can of soup or other nonperishable with you to donate to our canned drive that will benefit the Community Food Bank of NJ, Southern Branch.  Join us for a fun evening of good food and fellowship and help support our school and two great community organizations!

CLICK HERE to purchase tickets online on the ACS website. Online ticket sales will close at noon on Saturday. Tickets will be available for purchase at the door. Ticket prices are: $20 for Adults, $10 for Students, and $5 for Children 6-10 years of age. Children 5 and under are free.

20 Soups to Be Featured in Bowls of Hope Soup Cook-Off

The excitement is growing for our Bowls of Hope Soup Cook-Off on Saturday, February 1, with 20 restaurants and chefs on board to participate and compete for the “People’s Choice Golden Spoon Award.” The latest restaurants to sign up are Bahay Kubo, Barrels, Bonterra Market, Carluccio’s, Charlie’s, TacocaT, and The Cheese Board. For one ticket price, attendees will enjoy tasting a variety of hot, delicious soups and can vote for their favorite to receive the “People’s Choice Golden Spoon Award.” Bread, beverages, and desserts will also be provided. The evening will also include a Student Talent Show and a Silent Auction.

CLICK HERE to purchase tickets.

FM 94.3 and various radio shows on WOND AM 1400 are helping ACS promote the event and doing ticket give-aways, including “Off the Press with Scott Cronick,” “Shore Local Live,” and “Joe’s Table for Two.”

On Tuesday, January 21, ACS Development and Communications Director Carole Karabashian, and ACS parent Amanda Wyzen-Gregory and ACS grandparent Greg Gregory of Gregory’s Restaurant in Somers Point, were the featured guests on “Off the Press with Scott Cronick” show. Gregory’s Restaurant was the 2019 recipient of the Bowls of Hope Golden Spoon Award for its shrimp and lobster bisque.

Mrs. Karabashian appeared on Friday, January 24 from 7:00-7:30 p.m. on “Shore Local Live” and on Saturday, January 25 on “Joe’s Table for Two” from 10 a.m.-1 p.m., joined by Chef Nicole of Eat Clean Organization, who will be participating in the Bowls of Hope with a coconut lobster bisque.

The prices of the Bowls of Hope tickets, which are considered a charitable, tax-deductible gift, are: Adults-$20; Students-$10; Children (6-10)-$5; Children under 5-Free. Tickets can be purchased online and in the ACS school office. Tickets will also be sold at the door that night.

The themes for the auction gift baskets include “Football Party,” “Baker’s Delight,” and “Family Game Night,” and “Ice Cream Social” donated by our PreK4-8th grade classes. Parents, please note that the collection deadline for all Silent Auction baskets has been extended to Monday, January 27.

Support ACS By Shopping With Xspero

If you could give to Atlantic Christian School without paying more, what would you do? When you use Xspero to shop local merchants in our community, 20% of your purchase goes directly to ACS without costing you more! Download the Xspero app on your mobile phone today and help raise funds through your normal spending.

A number of Atlantic County businesses have been added to the Xspero network in recent weeks, including Atlantic City Sub Shops, Cordivari’s Restaurant, Ernest & Son Sub Shop, La Cucina Ristorante, Naomi’s Cafe, Pets Plus, Sal’s Coal Fired Pizza, Stir It Up, TacocaT, and Your Chiropractor. New merchants are being added weekly so check back often to see if there are any more restaurants or shops in your area.

Yard signs promoting Xspero went up in various locations on the ACS campus this week. Representatives of Xspero will also be at the Bowls of Hope Soup Cook-Off on Saturday, February 1 to answer any questions and encourage ACS families and friends to support ACS by using the Xspero app.

Student Council Kicks Off Bowls of Hope Food Drive

Student Council members kicked off the Bowls of Hope Food Drive this week, making presentations to students in various classrooms on Tuesday morning and distributing brown grocery bags to take home for families to begin collecting canned soup and other non-perishable food for the Community FoodBank of NJ, Southern Branch. Please return the Food Drive bags to ACS by Friday, January 31, or bring them with you to the Bowls of Hope event.

Six hundred brown grocery bags were donated by the English Creek ShopRite to use for our Food Drive. Collection boxes for donations are now located in the school foyer and next to the offices of our Elementary and Upper School Principals. We are encouraging every family to participate in our Food Drive to give a helping hand to those in need in our community. Thank you for your participation.

13 Restaurants, Chefs and 8 Sponsors Supporting Bowls of Hope Soup Cook-Off

Thirteen restaurants and chefs are now on board to participate in our Bowls of Hope Soup Cook-Off on Saturday, February 1 and more are signing up every day. Eight area businesses are also supporting the event as sponsors. Buy your tickets now to attend this enjoyable family event that will benefit ACS, the Atlantic City Rescue Mission, and the Community FoodBank of New Jersey. You can purchase tickets and sponsorships online at acseht.org or in the school office. Tickets will also be sold at the door.

To date, the participating restaurants and chefs include — the Academy of Culinary Arts (student chef team), Atlantic City Rescue Mission, Eat Clean Organization, Gregory’s Restaurant and Bar (last year’s People’s Choice “Golden Spoon Award” winner), La Cucina Ristorante, Romanelli’s Garden Cafe, Sal’s Cafe, Sofia Restaurant, Steve & Cookie’s, Tennessee Avenue Beer Hall, and Whisk Bakery & Cafe. We are also excited to be welcoming several new participants — Maurizio’s Pizzeria in Mays Landing (opening soon in Egg Harbor Township) and The Local’s Spot in Somers Point.

To date, our eight Event Sponsors are — American Church Group of NJ; B.F. Mazzeo Fruit & Produce; Clayton’s Self Storage; Edward Jones Investments, Jason Kiefer Financial Advisor; HS Restoration & Cleaning Service; Klingert Chiropractic Wellness, Olympic Physical Therapy, and SERVPRO of Egg Harbor/Ventnor City, Additional sponsors are welcome for a donation of $400 and sponsors receive 4 complimentary tickets to the Bowls of Hope. The sponsor deadline is Friday, January 24.

For one ticket price, attendees will enjoy tasting a variety of hot, delicious soups and voting for their favorite to receive the “People’s Choice Golden Spoon Award.” Bread, beverages, and desserts will also be provided.

The evening will also include a student Talent Show and a Silent Auction featuring themed gift baskets like “Football Party,” “Baker’s Delight,” and “Family Game Night,” and “Ice Cream Social” donated by our PreK4-8th grade classes. Parents, please note that the collection deadline for all Silent Auction baskets is Friday, January 24.

The prices of the Bowls of Hope tickets, which are considered a charitable, tax-deductible gift, are: Adults-$20; Students-$10; Children (6-10)-$5; Children under 5-Free. Tickets and sponsorships can be purchased online, in the ACS school office. Tickets will also be sold at the door that night.

CLICK HERE to purchase tickets and sponsorships.

School-Wide Food Drive to Kick Off Jan. 13; Ends at Bowls of Hope Soup Cook-Off

A school-wide Bowls of Hope Food Drive will kick-off on Monday, January 13 to benefit the Community Food Bank of NJ, Southern Branch. Paper bags donated by the English Creek ShopRite are being sent home with students on Monday to fill with non-perishable food items and return to ACS by Friday, January 31.

A Bowls of Hope Ticket/Sponsorship Order Reply Form is also attached to the Food Drive donation bags. Parents who purchase tickets or choose to be an Event Sponsor for the Bowls of Hope Soup Cook-Off and attend the event may also bring their donation bag that night.

To raise awareness about the Food Drive and the Bowls of Hope Soup Cook-Off, students in the 6th-12th grades have been challenged to create an original video to promote these events. The new “Bowls of Hope Video Contest,” with cash prizes for the top three entries, was announced during Upper School Chapel on Friday, January 10. The contest will end in just one week – on Friday, January 17. The winning video will be posted on ACS social media and the top three videos will be shown during the Bowls of Hope event. CLICK HERE for the Video Contest Information Sheet.

We are looking forward to seeing our school families and friends in the community at the Bowls of Hope. Tickets and sponsorships for the Bowls of Hope Soup Cook-Off can be purchased online at  — www.acseht.org/bowls-of-hope or at the door. CLICK HERE to purchase tickets/sponsorships.

Ticket holders and sponsors will enjoy tasting a variety of delicious soups prepared and donated by local restaurants and can vote for their favorite soup. Soup, bread, beverage, and dessert are included in the ticket price and there will also be an ACS student Talent Show and a Silent Auction. High school students will also be involved in volunteering at this event — doing set up, greeting, workers as food servers, and helping with clean-up. 

If you have any questions, please contact our Asst. Director of Development and Communication, PJ Santos, at (609) 653-1199, ext. 302, or at psantos@acseht.org.

Mark Your Calendar for February 1 Bowls of Hope Soup Cook-Off Benefit

Mark your calendar for the 7th ACS Bowls of Hope Soup Cook-Off Benefit to be held on Saturday, February 1, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. in the school gym. You won’t want to miss this enjoyable and entertaining evening of good food, fellowship, a student Talent Show, a Silent Auction, and a canned food drive — all to benefit ACS, the Atlantic City Rescue Mission, and the Community FoodBank of New Jersey, Southern Branch.

The Bowls of Hope benefit and canned food drive will be spearheaded by our high school students, giving them an opportunity to support ACS and bless our local community by selling tickets to the event, volunteering during the Bowls of Hope, and encouraging family and friends to donate to the canned food drive. An email with information about the Bowls of Hope will be sent to the parents and guardians of high school students next week. Information about Silent Auction Classroom Baskets that our PreK4-8th grade classes will be creating for the Silent Auction will also be sent home next week.

The Bowls of Hope will feature some 20 area restaurants and chefs serving up their signature soups. For one ticket price, those attending will have the opportunity to sample the soups and vote for their favorite. The canned food drive will kick off next week and continue through the night of the Bowls of Hope to benefit the Community FoodBank.

Tickets and Event Sponsorships will be available for purchase starting on Friday, January 10, in the ACS school office, from any ACS high school student, or online. Tickets will also be sold at the door that night.

ACS Students Bless Work of Atlantic City Rescue Mission From Bowls of Hope Proceeds

ACS students and staff presented the Atlantic City Rescue Mission with a check for $1,670 on Monday, February 25 to support the mission’s important work serving the homeless and needy in the region. The donation came from the proceeds of the February 2 Bowls of Hope Soup Cook-Off Benefit. Rescue Mission President and CEO Dan Brown welcomed the students and staff and thanked Atlantic Christian for having a heart for those who need a helping hand. The four students who presented the check were members of the ACS chapter of the National Honor Society that along with other high school students helped sell tickets and volunteered at the Bowls of Hope. Pictured from left are: 11th grader Kathryn Winder, Rescue Mission Vice President Pastor Bill Warner, 12th grader Ryan Lomangino, 11th grader Dalton Sage, Rescue Mission President Dan Brown, Rescue Mission Kitchen Director and ACS alumnus Dara Brown Heston (’11), 12th grader Rose Shaw, and Upper School Principal Meg McHale.

After meeting with Mr. Brown, the ACS group was given an extensive tour of the mission by Pastor Bill Warner and Bob Franklin, the Mission’s Partnership Development Officer. The group visited the men’s floor, the women’s and family center, the kitchen, thrift shop, and Hopeful Grounds Coffee Shop. Pastor Warner said the Mission’s programs, which are fully funded by donations, focus on ministering to the heart, soul, mind, and body of every person who seeks help at the Mission. He said over 3,500 volunteers serve annually at the Mission and encouraged the students to come back and be hands-on volunteers. “The most important lesson you can learn is that life isn’t about focusing on yourself, it’s about caring for the people around you,” Warner said.

Join Us This Saturday, Feb. 1, For Our Popular Bowls of Hope Soup Cook-Off Benefit

Our popular Bowls of Hope Soup-Tasting Benefit is just ONE DAY AWAY — on Saturday, February 2 — from 6-8 p.m. in the school gym. Happy to welcome this week two more participants in the soup cook-off — Barrels of Margate and the Academy of Culinary Arts. We also added a new sponsor — Olympic Physical Therapy in Egg Harbor Township. Come out on Saturday and warm up by sampling delicious signature soups prepared by 18 area restaurants and chefs and voting for your favorite. All proceeds from ticket sales, sponsorships, and donations will benefit the school’s educational programs and the Atlantic City Rescue Mission. Bring a can of soup or other nonperishable with you to donate to our canned drive that will benefit the Community Food Bank of New Jersey.  There will be live music performed by ACS students and a Silent Auction. Click on the button below to buy your tickets online or purchase them at the door.  Join us for a fun evening of good food and fellowship and help support our school and two great community organizations!

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Buy a Ticket or Be a Sponsor for Feb. 2 Bowls of Hope Soup Cook-Off Benefit

ACS parents, families, and friends are invited to the 6th ACS Bowls of Hope Soup Cook-Off Benefit on Saturday, February 2, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. in the school gym. More than 20 restaurants and chefs are expected to serve up their signature soups, including the Brick House Pub & Grill, Eat Clean Organization, Sadia’s Tea & Coffee, and the new Whisk Bakery & Cafe in Mays Landing. Last year’s “Souper Soup” Chef’s Choice Winner Gregory’s Restaurant in Somers Point is also participating again. Come out for an enjoyable evening of good food and fellowship, all to benefit Atlantic Christian, the Atlantic City Rescue Mission, and the Community FoodBank of New Jersey, Southern Branch.

Several businesses are already on board as Sponsors — American Church Group of NJ; B.F. Mazzeo Fruit & Produce; Clayton’s Self Storage; Edward Jones Investments, Jason Kiefer Financial Advisor; HS Restoration & Cleaning Service; and Sadia’s Tea & Coffee. Additional sponsors are welcome for a donation of $400 and sponsors will receive 4 complimentary adult tickets to the Bowls of Hope. Formica Brothers Bakery will again be donating tasty rolls, and delicious home-made desserts will also be provided. Everyone attending the Bowls of Hope is also being asked to bring in a can of soup or other non-perishable to donate to the Community FoodBank of NJ. It’s all about giving back to our community!

ACS students will entertain the crowd with live music and a Silent Auction featuring beautiful gift baskets donated by our PreK4-8th grade classes will also be held. The prices of the Bowls of Hope tickets, which are considered a charitable, tax-deductible gift, are: Adults-$20; Students-$10; Children (6-10)-$5; Children under 5-Free. Tickets and sponsorships can be purchased in the ACS school office, from any ACS high school student, or online. Tickets will also be sold at the door that night.

 

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