The seventh-grade trip to Camp Pathfinder for the 2023-2024 school year is scheduled from Monday, October 2 to Friday, October 6. Students will leave Allendale Columbia early on the morning of October 2 and return on the evening of Friday, October 6. At Camp Pathfinder, the students will participate in outdoor education activities supervised by the camp’s trained staff. The camp is owned and operated by AC alumnus Mike Sladden (’76). Camp Pathfinder is remote and rustic, and is located on Pathfinder Island in Algonquin Park’s Source Lake, approximately forty minutes from Huntsville, Ontario. You can visit Camp Pathfinder’s website at www.camppathfinder.com to learn more about the camp and its facilities.
Senior College Planning Night will empower students and families to have a successful application process, with added guidance and insight from Marian Nicoletti, Assistant Vice President and Dean of Admissions at RIT. Answers to questions about sending SAT/ACT scores, application deadlines, recommendation letters, and more will be addressed. Attendance is expected for all seniors, and students are encouraged to bring at least one parent or guardian to the meeting. HAC athletes should plan to attend their practice/game and then head to the College Planning Meeting afterwards.
Admin Oversight: Phil Schwartz Coordinator: Emily Nevinger
The seventh-grade trip to Camp Pathfinder for the 2023-2024 school year is scheduled from Monday, October 2 to Friday, October 6. Students will leave Allendale Columbia early on the morning of October 2 and return on the evening of Friday, October 6. At Camp Pathfinder, the students will participate in outdoor education activities supervised by the camp’s trained staff. The camp is owned and operated by AC alumnus Mike Sladden (’76). Camp Pathfinder is remote and rustic, and is located on Pathfinder Island in Algonquin Park’s Source Lake, approximately forty minutes from Huntsville, Ontario. You can visit Camp Pathfinder’s website at www.camppathfinder.com to learn more about the camp and its facilities.
The seventh-grade trip to Camp Pathfinder for the 2023-2024 school year is scheduled from Monday, October 2 to Friday, October 6. Students will leave Allendale Columbia early on the morning of October 2 and return on the evening of Friday, October 6. At Camp Pathfinder, the students will participate in outdoor education activities supervised by the camp’s trained staff. The camp is owned and operated by AC alumnus Mike Sladden (’76). Camp Pathfinder is remote and rustic, and is located on Pathfinder Island in Algonquin Park’s Source Lake, approximately forty minutes from Huntsville, Ontario. You can visit Camp Pathfinder’s website at www.camppathfinder.com to learn more about the camp and its facilities.
14 colleges and universities will visit AC as part of the Rochester Area Colleges (RAC) College Fair. All Upper School students will attend the College Fair to learn about the various college options in the Rochester area. RAC Members: http://www.rochesterareacolleges.org/members
Admin Oversight: Phil Schwartz Coordinator: Emily Nevinger
The seventh-grade trip to Camp Pathfinder for the 2023-2024 school year is scheduled from Monday, October 2 to Friday, October 6. Students will leave Allendale Columbia early on the morning of October 2 and return on the evening of Friday, October 6. At Camp Pathfinder, the students will participate in outdoor education activities supervised by the camp’s trained staff. The camp is owned and operated by AC alumnus Mike Sladden (’76). Camp Pathfinder is remote and rustic, and is located on Pathfinder Island in Algonquin Park’s Source Lake, approximately forty minutes from Huntsville, Ontario. You can visit Camp Pathfinder’s website at www.camppathfinder.com to learn more about the camp and its facilities.
Soup: Three sisters harvest vegetable soup Entree: Jerk chicken sandwich Vegetarian/Vegan entree: Black bean burger Salad bar and Sandwich/fruit/yogurt bar
This event is an opportunity for you to meet your child(ren’s) teacher(s), and to find out more about AC’s programs at each grade level. Specialist teachers and our Student Support Team will also be available in the Dining Commons to share more about the exciting programs they offer throughout the year too! **AC will be providing childcare for this event.**
The seventh-grade trip to Camp Pathfinder for the 2023-2024 school year is scheduled from Monday, October 2 to Friday, October 6. Students will leave Allendale Columbia early on the morning of October 2 and return on the evening of Friday, October 6. At Camp Pathfinder, the students will participate in outdoor education activities supervised by the camp’s trained staff. The camp is owned and operated by AC alumnus Mike Sladden (’76). Camp Pathfinder is remote and rustic, and is located on Pathfinder Island in Algonquin Park’s Source Lake, approximately forty minutes from Huntsville, Ontario. You can visit Camp Pathfinder’s website at www.camppathfinder.com to learn more about the camp and its facilities.
Soup: Strawberry Entree: Ham and Swiss croissant Vegetarian entree: Swiss croissant Vegetarian entree: Curried chickpea salad w/pita Salad bar and Sandwich/fruit/yogurt bar
10th and 11th graders will take the PreACT and PSAT/NMSQT, respectively. The tests include approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes of actual testing time, in addition to one hour for breaks and administrative tasks. Students should come prepared with #2 pencils, an approved calculator with fresh batteries (ACT and SAT approved calculators) and snacks and water (no nuts!) Testing will run from 8:15 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.; students may stay for lunch (12:45 p.m.) or sign out with permission.
10th and 11th graders will take the PreACT and PSAT/NMSQT, respectively. The tests include approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes of actual testing time, in addition to one hour for breaks and administrative tasks. Students should come prepared with #2 pencils, an approved calculator with fresh batteries (ACT and SAT approved calculators) and snacks and water (no nuts!) Testing will run from 8:15 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.; students may stay for lunch (12:45 p.m.) or sign out with permission.
12th graders either pre-registered to take the SAT School Day on campus or are working on their college applications at home. Students who are testing should come prepared with #2 pencils, an approved calculator with fresh batteries (SAT approved calculators) and snacks and water (no nuts!). Testing will run from 8:15 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.; students may stay for lunch (12:45 p.m.) or sign out with permission.
Lifelong success starts with an education that fosters critical, independent thinking and an appreciation for the core values. Find out how Allendale Columbia School provides students with a real and relevant education. Meet our teachers, students and administrators, and tour the campus to learn more about AC's innovative approach. Registration is encouraged. Please contact the Admissions Office at 585.641.5344 or admissions@allendalecolumbia.org with questions.
Once a month our PACK (Parents of Allendale Columbia Kids) hosts an event called Coffee Connection. It’s an opportunity for parents and caregivers to come together and learn about a specific topic of interest, take a deeper dive into what’s happening at AC, and connect with other parents and caregivers in the school community. This month, we’re going to be introducing our faculty and staff and have an opportunity to learn more about their plans in their roles for the upcoming school year. We hope to see you there!
Soup: Chicken noodle Entree: Beef stew w/dinner roll Vegetarian/Vegan entree: Veggie stew w/dinner roll Dessert: Chocolate dipped pretzel Salad bar and Sandwich/fruit/yogurt bar
This is an ONLINE opportunity to learn about the college financial aid application and award process from an expert in the field: Sam Veeder, Associate Dean of College Enrollment and Director of Financial Aid at the University of Rochester. We will review the federal methodology for determining financial aid and the various resources colleges use to build financial aid packages. All Allendale Columbia families are invited to attend, and friends and colleagues from other school communities are also welcome.
The HAC Halloween Dance & Social is being hosted at the Harley School, in the BCCE a.k.a. "The Barn" in the Commons Building. The dance is open to Harley and AC students in grades 5-8. Tickets are $5 which includes pizza and a drink. They are available for sale in advance through the Middle School office on each campus. Please view the flyer here for more info.
Once a month the Nursery and Pre-K students wear a specific color or pattern as they learn about different colors, shapes and patterns in their classrooms. Please join us in helping our youngest students celebrate the color or pattern of the month and wear what's specified in the calendar listing above!
At Allendale Columbia, we prepare students for the world they will inherit. In our trusting and responsive environment, students 18 months through grade 12 grow in confidence and develop scholastic independence.