Happy almost spring break! We did not anticipate having to shift another cohort to at-home learning this week, but the numbers justified this measured response. The senior class has spent this week learning virtually and will return to campus after the break. The health and well-being of our community remains our number one priority, and this dictates the decisions we have been making throughout the school year. It has not been an easy school year, but we continue to rally behind one another and support each other, and the results have been good. Thank you!

Since our last message, we have had three more positive cases of COVID-19, all in the Upper School—two seniors and one sophomore.  Two things to keep in mind when looking at the data: 25 of these cases happened over school holidays, so to only have 56 cases while in-session is a good result. The other thing to remember is that we cannot be complacent and feel that the pandemic is behind us. It is not, and we must continue to follow protocols and make good decisions on campus and away from Spartan Lane. Please be mindful over the spring holiday and especially upon our return to campus. If there is any concern over exposure or exhibiting symptoms, please stay home until you feel confident that your child(ren) is healthy. This CDC article is a good reminder as we head into the holiday and consider travel.  Read more.

We are excited to share our ACAD Community Kindness video! Thank you to everyone who shared their thoughts and reflections on kindness. We hope to highlight the good in life and to remind others that we all have the power to make a difference in this world and that others have had an impact on ours. If you have any questions or more to share, please reach out to any member of our counseling team: Bob Sears, Carrie Olson , or Morgan Jones. 

Haven't had a chance to watch the movie Kindness is Contagious? Click here to watch now!

Visit Bentley Photography's website to view your child's class photo (grades 1-8) now through Wednesday, March 31. You will need your child's student ID number in order to login (contact your division office if you need help). If you have any questions about your order, please contact Bentley Photography directly by email or at 770-867-2853.

School Store Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Re-enrollment Agreements Due - Monday, March 1

Spring Break - Classes dismiss at 3:20 p.m. on Friday, March 5, and resume Monday, March 15

Daylight Saving Time Begins - Sunday, March 14

Middle School Conference Day (No School: grades 5-8) - Wednesday, March 24 (virtual)

Spring Holiday - Dismiss at 11:30 a.m. on Friday, April 2; classes resume Tuesday, April 6

Spring Pictures (grades K3-4) - Wednesday, April 7

Upper School Spring Play: Mythology's Daughters - Thursday, April 22 - Saturday, April 24 at 7:30 p.m. (more details TBA)

MARK YOUR CALENDAR: 2021 Holiday Market - Thursday, November 18 from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. in the Sinkwich Spartan Center

Please click here for information on safety guidelines, COVID protocols, and other important details for the 2020-2021 school year. Thank you for your partnership and support. (Last updated December 17, 2020.)

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