Our Core Values
We live our core values every day. At Allendale Columbia we believe in:
- The importance of connections
- Mastering strategies for learning
- Minds that are curious and creative
- Developing a resilient spirit that dares to take risks
From Our Blog
It’s About Mental Health, Charlie Brown!
Posted on November 16th, 2018Stressing over homework. Feeling inadequate. Teased by peers. Anxious about a special someone. Poor Charlie Brown. Anxiousness, uncertainty, and sadness …
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AC Alum Recognized as 2018 CNN Hero
Posted on November 9th, 2018Veterans Day celebrates our soldiers and marines who served this country or, in some cases, made the ultimate sacrifice for …
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Standing Up for Civil Discourse
Posted on November 2nd, 2018We see it every day: increasingly polarized and unfiltered outbursts on hot-button issues, shouting back-and-forth with neither side giving credit …
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Is Your Child Starting From Behind? Why Others Look to AC for Early STEM Education
Posted on October 26th, 2018A delegation of educators from Belarus, seeking ways to boost innovation and economic development and cultivate a competitive workforce, visited Allendale …
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School Scientists Document Campus Invaders
Posted on October 26th, 2018By Beth Guzzetta Invaders seem to be taking over large parts of Allendale Columbia’s campus, but seventh grade science students …
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NASA Langley’s Deputy Director Encourages AC Students to Stay Curious
Posted on October 19th, 2018Sure, you need to be smart and know some science and technology. But to succeed in landing on the moon, …
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AC Connects with Boston Area Alumni
Posted on October 19th, 2018Each year, members of the Alumni Office travel around the country to reconnect and reminisce with AC alumni. This year’s …
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AC Connects with Alumni in NYC
Posted on October 19th, 2018After navigating the tricky feat of holding a reception in Boston during a Red Sox playoff game, Mick Gee, Karen …
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Downloadable Resources
With links to Admissions Forms, Curriculum Guides, Health Forms, the Dress Code, Supply Lists and everything in-between, this page has all the info you and your family need to prepare for a year at AC.
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Upcoming Events
NOV26 | PACK Holiday Decorating 8:30 AM to 11:00 AM view detailshide details Please join us for a morning of holiday decorating on Monday, November 26th. We will begin at 8:30am and wrap up around 11:00am.
In keeping with AC tradition, we will be hanging snowflakes in the Dining Commons, creating pine swags with fresh greenery and decorating wreaths for the various school entrance doors. Enjoy some coffee and refreshments as we decorate our school for the holidays.
Admin Oversight: Shannon Baudo |
NOV28 | Walk in Wednesday 8:30 AM to 2:00 PM view detailshide details Come by to get a guided tour of AC no appointment necessary!
Admin oversight: Shannon Baudo |
NOV30 | Dance Class Final Party 7:30 PM to 9:00 PM view detailshide details Since 1938, fifth and sixth graders from the Greater Rochester community have expanded their view of the world and gained foundational skills in table etiquette and cultural awareness, while creating new friendships through swing, ballroom, and popular dance lessons at the Allendale Columbia School Formal Dance Instruction and Etiquette Class. During the classes, students gain the skills to feel more poised and comfortable in social situations, providing invaluable preparation as they progress through school and into the business world. Classes stress respect for others and include a global twist, as dancing, introductions, and table etiquette from other countries are incorporated to prepare students to succeed in a global community. All classes are taught by Mr. David Interlicchia, a professional dancer and certified dance instructor. Skills Taught Socially responsible behavior Table Etiquette Swing, ballroom, and popular dance Receiving line etiquette How to make proper introductions and greetings.
Location: Dining Commons
Admin Oversight: Karen Higman
Coordinator: Kayla Himelein
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| AC Spirit Dress Down Day view detailshide details Dress down in spirit wear to celebrate the last Friday of the month in session.
Admin Oversight: Michelle Feiss/Tina Duver/ Phil Schwartz | |
DEC01 | Parent Dinner with Chinese Families (China) 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM view detailshide details Mick and Shannon to meet with Chinese families |
DEC03 | Lower School PACK Liaison Meeting 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM view detailshide details Meet in the Dining Commons
Admin Oversight: S. Baudo |
DEC05 | Walk in Wednesday 8:30 AM to 2:00 PM view detailshide details Come by to get a guided tour of AC no appointment necessary!
Admin oversight: Shannon Baudo |
DEC07 | Q2 Interim Published |
“My son comes home everyday really happy; he loves it here. He gets to do a lot of projects and activities in his interest areas that we didn’t expect. That’s really important to us, because those are the kinds of things he’s going to remember about learning.”
–Kelly W.
Parent, ’26