Abner Creek Academy
Learning with Love and Laughter
A Message From The Administration Team
Dear Families,
As we enter the final month of the school year, we are filled with pride for all that our students have accomplished and excitement for the milestones still to come. May is a time to finish strong—both academically and personally—and we encourage all students to stay focused and give their best effort, especially during upcoming testing. We also invite you to join us in celebrating your child’s growth at our upcoming student-led conferences and end-of-year events. These moments provide a wonderful opportunity to reflect on achievements, share successes, and build lasting memories together.
Best,
Mrs. Fowler, Mrs. Austin, and Mrs. Cotter
Important Dates
*May 7- SC READY TESTING: Math (3rd-5th grade students)
*May 8- SC READY TESTING: Writing (3rd=5th grade students)
*May 9 - 1st Grade End of Year Celebrations/Student Led Conferences
- 8:30am Emory, Blackwell, Amill
- 1:00pm Grube, Griffith, Morgan
- 8:30 Mehaffey's K4 AM Class
- 9:30 St Clair
- 10:00-11:00 Crow & Boyd
- 12:30 Mehaffey's K4 PM Class
- 12:30-1:30 Dunn, Rankin, Cutcher
*May 14- SC READY TESTING: Reading Day Two (3rd- 5th grade students)
*May 15 - SC READY TESTING: Science (4th grade only)
*May 15- 2nd Grade End of Year Celebrations/Student Led Conferences
- 12:00 Maseha, Harris, Williams, Salway
- 1:00 Moore, Zdenek, Clayton, DiPaolo
*May 19 - 3rd Grade End of Year Celebrations/Student Led Conferences
- 8:00-9:00 Maxwell, Gagnebin, Clyburn
- 8:30-9:30 Horan, Scott, Deal
*May 19- Grad Walk for Class of 2025 BHS Students (former ACA students)
*May 19- Passport to Kindergarten Night (for students that will be in kindergarten 2025-2026) at 6pm
*May 19- 5th grade to ACM for a performance
*May 20 4th Grade End of Year Celebrations/Student Led Conferences
- 9:30 Morrissey, West, Lyda
- 1:00 Wilson & Arnold/Klein
*May 21- 5th Grade "Clap Out"
*May 22- 5th Grade FUN DAY
*May 22- Full Day/Make Up Day for students
- Last day for K4, PCD, ACA After School Program, and WolfPack
*May 23 - Half Day/ Dismissal is at 11:30am
Calling All Rising Kindergarteners!
If you have a rising kindergarten student for the 2025-2026 school year, please plan to attend our Passport To Kindergarten night. You will get to meet our teachers, tour the school, see what your child will experience in the cafeteria each day, and get those questions answered! You must register to attend. Please spread the word throughout your neighborhoods and community as well for any child living in our attendance zone that will be five by 9/1/25. Click on the picture below to register!
Testing
Students in 3rd-5th grades will participate in SC READY testing over the next two weeks. It's very important that your child arrives by 7:30 am and is present on testing days. If your child arrives after testing has begun, he/she will be required to take the test on a make-up testing day. Students will not be able to have early dismissals once testing has started. We have so many activities packed in to the month of May it is possible that your child miss out on something if they have to take the make-up test.
Field Day
Field Day is May 16th. Our PE department has worked really hard to create fun activites for your children. Your child may wear sunscreen, hats, and/or sunglasses on this day. Students in grades K5-3rd will participate in water games so boys may wear swim trunks with shirts and girls may choose to wear a swimsuit UNDER their clothes. Students may bring towels and a change of clothes, but please make sure names are written on all towels and articles of clothing in case they are lost.
Field Day is a student-only event due to safety and space restrictions.
End of Year Celebrations
Please make arrangements to attend your child's End Of Year Celebration this month. If you are unable to attend, please send a VIP in your place! Due to space limitations, we are asking that a maximum of 2 guests per student attend. If there are extenuating circumstances requiring seating for more, please let your child's teacher know.
During this time you will see highlights of your child's year at ACA. The student is in charge during the student-led conference portion in the classroom. They will celebrate the goals they have accomplished, show work samples from throughout the year, and share fond memories from their 2024-2025 school year. Students and teachers have been working really hard to make this a special time for you and your child. We look forward to seeing you soon!
Summer Reading at ACA
Miss Koon has some exciting summer reading incentives! She has created two different challenges for students this summer. It is so important that your children keep reading over the summer to prevent summer slide. Your child will get a copy at school, but you can also find the reading challenges on our website over the summer! If you complete the big challenge you will earn this cool shirt to wear to our first Gator Assembly!
Laptop Check-In
All laptops and chargers are due back to school this week. We will keep them at school for the remainder of the school year. If your child is missing a charger or laptop, please check around the house to get these turned in by May 16th. Students with missing laptops or chargers will receive invoices for the missing devices.
Bag Lunch Menu Changes
We will begin having bag lunches on May 9th. Here is the revised menu:
May 9- Cheeseburger OR Turkey, ham, and cheese sandwich
May 12- Sunbutter & Jelly OR Chicken Corn Dog
May 13- Cheeseburger OR Turkey and cheese sandwich
May 14 - Ham and cheese hoagie OR Hot Dog
May 15 - Muffin Fun Lunch OR Chicken sandwich
May 16- Philly Cheesesteak OR Turkey and cheese sandwich
May 19- Meatball sub OR toasted cheese sandwich
May 20- Toasted ham and cheese OR Cheddar chicken ranch wrap
May 21- Chicken Sandwich OR cold cut sandwich
May 22- Cheeseburger OR Turkey and cheese sandwich
Mrs. Hawkins' Music Class
Wilson's 4th grade music class is working on their end of the year celebration performance of "Hot Cross Buns" with a twist! Not only are they using their recorder but some other added instruments.
Library with Miss Koon
STEM Studio with Mrs. Jung
In PLTW/STEM, first grade students are researching the sun and its harmful ultraviolet rays. They explored ways to protect their bodies from sun exposure by experimenting with light, heat, and UV rays. Using UV-activated beaded bracelets, students observed firsthand how UV rays affect materials and how protection can help.
Literary Arts with Mrs. Elliott
First graders prepare short scripts in Literary Arts to show off their newfound performance skills at their end-of-the-year celebration. All year long they have worked on improving their projection and expression to speak to audiences.
Art with Mrs. Kirby
1st graders are using marker painting to paint their rainbow birds. They are studying color theory and how it is used in art.