This is your one-stop hub for weekly communication from our offices and classrooms to the ACA community. Here you’ll find important updates, upcoming events, school news, and helpful reminders to keep your family informed and connected.
04/16/2026
Dear Parents,
Welcome back for the last quarter of the 2025-2026 school year! We hope you all had a restful and joy-filled spring break celebrating our Savior and spending time with family and friends.
“But you, O LORD, are enthroned forever; you are remembered throughout all generations.” – Psalm 102:12
We studied Psalm 102 this morning as a staff and thanked God for the privilege to be a direct part of His work in making sure all generations know Him. Thank you for your commitment and sacrifice to send your children to ACA. We are blessed to have them.
On a note of gratitude and blessing, if you are wanting to thank your child’s teacher(s) for their hard work this year, Teacher Appreciation Week for the state of New Jersey is May 4th-8th.
Gratitude and Blessings,
Shanna Lipp
Principal and Encourager
Dates to Note…
Thursday, April 16-18
HS STEM Competition – Grand Canyon University, AZ
Please pray that our students would be kept safe in their travels and throughout the competition, and that they would compete with excellence, confidence, and Christlike integrity.
Tomorrow, Friday, April 17
Coffee & Conversation
Right after drop-off, sign-in at the main office for a visitor pass and meet in the gym building.
Thursday, April 30
NHS Spring Induction Ceremony
7:00 PM – 8:00 PM – All are welcome!
Friday, May 1
COLOR RUN Fundraiser
All ACA students and families are invited to participate by running or throwing the paint powder. This is a fun annual ACA fellowship event.
The class that raises the most money receives ice cream and a dress down day.
Special Guest: Pastor Lance Svendsen, ACA Alumnus & Author
During the event, we will be featuring his inspiring book, Run Anyway, which challenges readers to keep moving forward with courage and trust in God, even when life feels difficult. We are grateful to celebrate one of our own and the impact God is making through his ministry.
A pre-order option is available below for families who would like to reserve a signed copy at a discount. Books will be available for pickup at the COLOR RUN. Thank you for supporting our students, our alumni, and our athletics program!
ATTENTION: Alumni and Previous Students & Staff
We warmly welcome you to participate! Order your FREE color run t-shirt by Sunday, April 19. Click below to learn more.
Friday, May 8
Important Deadlines – This is the last day to submit the following:
Tuesday, May 12
Sports Reception – 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Friday, August 21
Back to School Bash
Tuesday, August 25
2026/2027 First Day of School
In Other News…
Spring Pop-Up Club Dates
Kindergarten through 5th Grade
April 16, 23, 30, May 7
Spring Soccer Clinic Dates
Tuesday, 4/21 and Wednesday, 4/29
Grandparents’ Day – Last chance!
Aid in Lieu / B6T Forms
2026/2027 transportation forms are available for submission.
Kindly submit completed paper forms to the main office. Municipalities request submission by March 1, 2026.
Summer Band Camp
June 22 – July 3
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
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IMPORTANT EMAILS
Main Office – office@acanj.org
Mrs. Lipp, Principal – principal@acanj.org
Nurse’s Office – nurse@acanj.org
Café – cafe@acanj.org
Finance – finance@acanj.org
Giving – giving@acanj.org
Please note that the 2024–2025 ACA App is no longer in use. All updates, announcements, and resources can now be accessed directly through our website at www.acanj.org and through ACA on the Horizon emails and text reminders. Be sure to check these platforms regularly to stay informed!
A Note About Our Website
You may notice that a few links throughout our website are not yet live. We are actively working to make sure everything is up and running smoothly for you. If you have any questions or come across a link that isn’t working, please don’t hesitate to email us at webmaster@acanj.org.