New AC Mission Statement
Posted on October 19th, 2018 by cnickelsLast year, as AC began the regularly scheduled re-accreditation process through New York State Association of Independent Schools (NYSAIS), it became evident that our mission was no longer representative of the impactful work we do everyday and why we exist as a school. Since AC’s last mission statement was launched, our programming and curriculum has expanded and evolved to meet a new set of needs in our ever-changing world. While we continue to take pride in our academic preparation for college, we also focus on helping students develop the skills and experiences needed to make a positive and lasting impact in a technology-driven, global society.
Signage on campus celebrates the new AC mission
“The mission guides us internally as we evolve and change to meet the needs of the students and families who walk through our doors,” said long-time AC faculty member Tony Tepedino and re-accreditation co-leader. “If [the mission] doesn’t align, then we are not able to provide a clear and unified vision and program for the families who place their trust in us as an institution.”
“We haven’t lost the original mission of the school,” said Head of School Mick Gee.
“In fact, it is because of our dedication to a student-centered education and AC’s core values that we have continued to adapt and evolve as an institution to meet the changing needs of the world and the way we prepare our students for life outside these walls. The lessons our students learn here at AC extend beyond the walls of our classrooms, and it is our responsibility to prepare them for the world they will inherit.
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Sign Up for Ski Club
Posted on October 18th, 2018 by Allendale Columbia Schoolby Matt Glavin
Allendale Columbia’s Ski Club is gearing up for another fun season at Bristol Mountain. For returning members, there have been a few changes made for this winter. In order to enjoy more daylight and be home earlier, we will be leaving AC at 10:30 a.m. and returning at 5:15 p.m. We will also be taking a Monroe school bus to cut back on the the cost of transportation. Our 6 Ski Club dates are all Sundays: January 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th, and February 3rd and 10th.
All necessary paperwork can be found here, and in the Resources tab of MyAC:
Please send in all paperwork to Mr. Glavin as soon as possible.
I will send out information on how to purchase the club pass and rentals on Bristol’s website the day I receive your check that covers the bus transportation. If you have any questions, please email Mr. Glavin at mglavin@allendalecolumbia.org
Think Snow!
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Matthew GlavinMatt joined Allendale Columbia over 10 years ago and has taught third, fourth, and fifth grade, and currently teaches second grade. He has 18 years of experience in teaching and prior to AC, he taught at Prince George’s County School in Maryland. Matt earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Elementary Education from Duquesne University and received his Master of Arts Degree in Mathematics Education from Western Governors University. |
Register for Vocal and Instrumental Solo Festivals
Posted on October 18th, 2018 by Allendale Columbia SchoolStudents who sing or play a woodwind, brass, percussion, or string instrument will have an opportunity to perform in one of the upcoming MCSMA solo festivals. Students were informed of these opportunities in September. The dates and locations are as follows:
- Vocal Solo Festival (Grades 6-12): January 4th and 5th at Brighton High School
- Turn in Registration Form and fees to Ms. Sanguinetti or Ms. Meldrum by Monday, October 22nd.
- Senior High (Grades 9-12) Instrumental Festival: January 11th and 12th at Fairport Minerva-Deland School
- Turn in Registration Form and fees to Mr. Constanzo by Tuesday, November 13th.
- Junior High (Grades 7-8) Instrumental Festival: January 18th and 19th at Brighton Twelve Corners Middle School
- Turn in Registration Form and fees to Mr. Constanzo by Tuesday, November 13th.
- Elementary (Grades 4-6) Instrumental Festival: January 25th-26th at Pittsford Barker Road Middle School.
- Turn in Registration Form and fees to Mr. Constanzo by Tuesday, November 13th.
Checks should be made out to Allendale Columbia School, with the memo “Solo Fest”.
About Solo Festivals
As a member school in the Monroe County School Music Association (MCSMA) and the New York State School Music Association (NYSSMA), Allendale Columbia School supports student participation in all of the county and state level solo and performance festivals each year. These festivals offer valuable performance opportunities for vocal students as well as students of orchestral string, woodwind, brass, and percussion instruments.
Students have the opportunity to prepare a solo piece with the help of their teachers, perform for a trained adjudicator, and receive feedback. It’s a great opportunity for students who show a strong interest in music, and we encourage any vocal or instrumental student to participate. Music selections are chosen from the NYSSMA manual, with the advice of a teacher and input from the student.
Any questions about solo festivals can be directed to any of the music teachers at AC.
Warmth for Winter Clothing Drive
Posted on October 16th, 2018 by Allendale Columbia School
B-r-r-r-r! Winter weather approaches, and Allendale Columbia students once again are thinking of others.
Most of the children who attend school in the Rochester City School District walk to school each day, and many of these students do not have warm clothing to wear during our cold winter months. So AC students in Lower School, with some help from their older colleagues, are conducting a Warmth for Winter Clothing Drive to benefit children from School #25.
Donations of new or gently used jackets, hats, boots, gloves, snow pants, mittens, scarves, and coats, sized for students in Kindergarten through 5th grade, may be dropped off on the benches beside Mrs. Feiss’s office from Monday, October 22nd, through Tuesday, November 21st, 2018.
Please contact Carrie Shone with any questions at 585.381.4560 x265 or cshone@allendalecolumbia.org.
Fearless Friday: Oven Roasted Italian Tofu with Local Seasoned Leeks
Posted on September 28th, 2018 by Allendale Columbia School
At today’s Fearless Friday, Super Chef Yessie Roman whipped up an all-vegetarian dish: Oven Roasted Italian Tofu with Local Seasoned Leeks. Food Service Director Laura Reynolds-Gorsuch liked the flavor, even though she doesn’t really like the texture of the tofu. Lower School students polished off an entire tray. Try it for yourself! (more…)
Check Your District Bus Schedule for Oct. 5th
Posted on September 28th, 2018 by cnickelsOctober 5th is Superintendent’s Day in many local public school districts. Those districts do not have school that day and, as a result, bus transportation is not provided. If your child rides the bus in any of those districts, you will have to arrange other transportation for your student on October 5th.
Check the Days on Which Districts are Not Providing Transportation for 2018-2019 to see if your district is affected.
Important Information for Homecoming 2018
Posted on September 14th, 2018 by cnickelsHomecoming Weekend is here! Get ready to celebrate this fun AC tradition with the important information below.
PARENT VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Parent volunteers are needed for various roles on Saturday, September 22nd. Each year our parent volunteers do a wonderful job of helping us run the Homecoming activities. This year we are asking parents to volunteer through MyAC. Volunteering includes fun activities like bringing in a baked good, setting up popcorn, or helping the Lower School prepare for the Lower School Banner Parade.
Sign up online for these or other fun ways you can help make Homecoming 2018 a success!
BLUE/WHITE TEAMS
Students in grades 1-12 will participate in a fun-filled afternoon of activities with their blue/white buddies on Tuesday, September 18th. Every AC student has been assigned to the Blue Team or the White Team and should dress in their team color on Blue/White Day.
Click here to see the team and partner lists for Blue/White Day 2018.
Please remember the new date is Tuesday, September 18th, and students can dress in their team colors and wear sneakers. Also, this year our Blue/White team partners are gender-neutral.
Nursery, pre-kindergarten, and kindergarten students will come out and cheer on both the Blue and White teams!
HOMECOMING T-SHIRTS
Sales for Homecoming T-shirts are now closed. We had to pre-order shirts to include customizations. If you ordered a T-shirt, they will be distributed next week during school. Students can pick them up from their homeroom teachers.
SPIRIT WEEK DRESS-DOWN DAYS
Students are encouraged to dress for the various spirit days that will be celebrated next week. Please see below for a reminder of the theme of the day for each division.
Lower and Middle School
NEW! Tuesday: Blue/White Day
Thursday: Pajama Day
Upper School
Monday: Pajama Day
NEW! Tuesday: Blue/White Day
Wednesday: No School (Yom Kippur)
Thursday: Meme Day (dress up as a character in your favorite meme)
Friday:Sports Day (jersey from any HAC team or professional team)
HOMECOMING WEEKEND SCHEDULE
Friday, September 21st
4:30 p.m.:
- Varsity Girls Soccer vs. Kendall (Harley School)
- Modified Girls Soccer vs. Romulus (Harley School)
RESCHEDULED TO SEPTEMBER 29th: Upper School Bonfire Grades 9-12 (Harley School)
Saturday, September 22nd:
Homecoming activities will be happening on campus from 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Come out to support the volleyball and soccer teams, and enjoy fun games for kids of all ages!
12:00 p.m.:
- Arrival for Families in Lower School Banner Parade
- JV Girls Volleyball vs. Aquinas (AC Gannett Gym)
- Bounce House and other inflatable activities open (AC Upper Soccer Field)
- Bake Sale opens
- Wolf Den School Store opens
- Pumpkin Painting opens (while supplies last)
- Food Trucks open including Marty’s Meats and Abbott’s Ice Cream
12:15 p.m.: Lower School Banner Parade starts (AC Lower Soccer Field)
12:30 p.m.: JV Boys Soccer vs. Lyndonville (AC Lower Soccer Field)
1:30 p.m.: Varsity Girls Volleyball vs. Aquinas (AC Gannett Gym)
3:00 p.m.: Varsity Boys Soccer vs. Northstar Christian (AC Lower Soccer Field)
5:00 p.m.: Homecoming Day events conclude
8:00 p.m.: HAC Homecoming Dance Grades 9-12 (Harley School Commons)
Saturday, September 29th
6:30 p.m.: HAC Upper School Bonfire Grades 9-12 (Harley School)
HOMECOMING WRISTBANDS
Wristbands for the festivities on September 22nd (including bounce houses, inflatable games, pumpkin painting, and more!) will be available to all students. Wristbands are available for purchase before and during Homecoming. The cost will be $5.00 for unlimited use of activities offered on this day.
We encourage all AC families and friends to join us at this wonderful community event. Children of all ages are welcome to enjoy fun activities on campus for the entire day!
What is Lily and Lulu Lane?
Posted on September 14th, 2018 by Allendale Columbia School
Have you driven up to the Columbia Circle entrance to Allendale Columbia School and wondered about the new street sign: “Lily and Lulu Ln”?
Suzanne Hess P ’29, ’33 won the naming rights to Columbia Circle for one school year at the 2018 Make Your Mark Gala held last May, honoring her daughters Lily and Lulu. Overall, the Gala netted close to $140,000 for the school.
The description for the “Winner’s Circle” live auction item said: “This popular AC tradition circles back to drive up excitement! It’s our roundabout way of saying that the high bidder on this item will get to name the circle at Allendale Columbia for the upcoming school year. Perfect for alums, parents, and current students, and a great way to honor that special someone. Instant street cred can be yours, but you gotta bid high!”
You, too, could earn naming rights to the Circle starting July 1, 2019! If you’re interested, contact Kayla Himelein at 585.641.5288. Many thanks to Suzanne and the Hess family!