Vol 43: Final Issue(2021-2022)
Happy Summer!
We hope you are all having a wonderful break! It’s been exactly a month since we said ‘Goodbye’, and with our 2021/2022 YEARBOOKS finally here (see “School Updates & Announcements” below), we look back on the school year and some of our end-of-year activities. ENJOY!
Class of 2022
“Congratulations to our Class of 2022!”
Senior Walk
The entire school gathered around ACA’s campus in a continuous loop to congratulate our Class of 2022. It was a morning of lots of warm hugs and memories shared as our seniors walked round campus in their graduation robes for the first time. Grab some popcorn and a box of tissues as we take a walk down memory lane and hear from all our graduating seniors in ACA’s annual SENIOR WALK: “Meet and Greet the Class of 2022”!
…but before settling down to this half-hour show, make sure you scroll all the way down to the end of our blog so you don’t miss more exciting end-of-year activities and graduation features, (or don’t forget to come back for more!)
Watch on YouTube: <https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9gA9FvegLPU&t=29s>
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Meet ACA’s Class of 2022
We kicked off the new school year with our New Family Orientation. This event took place in JC Hall, featuring our “ACA Family Wall” behind. Here, our Principal, Ms. Karen, took parents and students to sign their new student names next to the handwritten names of all other students that have passed through the American Christian Academy. We pride ourselves in being a “family school” that knows each child by name, and we remember and value each child deeply, in line with our Core Value #1:
“EVERY Child is made in the Image of God and is therefore of Inestimable Worth.”
Meet JEWEL Gbenga-Olajubutu, Class of 2022 Valedictorian and SBG Treasurer of ACA.
“I have always loved music and once considered a career in it. Now I want to become a medical doctor. It has been a wonderful experience going to ACA. I will miss you all so much. Never forget you can do anything you put your mind to. You can be anything you want to be. It only depends on you, your thoughts, your actions, your words, and your ability to see the bigger picture. Just take a step back and try to find the bright side.”
Meet ANGEL Sunilkumar, Student Body President, Class of 2022 Salutatorian, and an aspiring medical doctor.
“ACA is like my second home, and as I leave, I just want to tell you: NEVER give up, despite the obstacles thrown your way. People around you may tell you otherwise, but don’t listen to those noises. Instead, listen to your strong voice. Never let the fire of determination burn out of you. The key to success is hardwork, determination, and prayer. With these, success is surely yours.”
Meet CATHY Happi, “a very happy artist”, a lover of music, an environmentalist, and an aspiring fashion illustrator.
“Being in ACA for 14 years has been an amazing and life-changing experience. I have learnt that when things get tough, you just keep pushing, and I’m excited for what’s next. Au revoir et à bientôt!”
Meet KIMBERLY Oyebola, our fun and energetic SBG Secretary.
“I have always been told that I can do all things through Christ that strengthens me and I can do anything I want if I put the effort and time into it… It’s truly a blessing to be a part of the ACA family. I’ve met some lifelong friends whom I cherish with all my heart. In the future, I would like to become a nurse or an OB-GYN, and this fall, I am pleased to announce that I will be attending Penn State University in the United States majoring in Biology. With God on my side, along with my family and friends, I know everything will be a smooth journey for me.”
Meet OLAMIDE Ayoola-Popoola, aspiring basketball player, software developer and data analyst.
“One of the things ACA has taught me is that you should just live life the way it is, because it can’t be better than what it is already.”
Meet PUNEETH Kaki, our creative and logical tech-savvy ‘Businessman’.
“I am an adventurist and a try-it-all person. If you ever need to do something fun, I’m here. I’m a well versed musician, photographer, and aspiring computer engineer. My time at ACA has been memorable. Until next time folks!”
Meet SHALOM Obakin, our fun, spirited SBG Vice-President.
“…and ‘Grandma’ of the class. I am a dancer and a worshipper, aspiring Businesswoman and an Events Planner. I am a very passionate and creative person, and over my time at ACA, I have grown into more of who I was created to be. My time here has been very impactful. Until we meet again!”
Senior Graduation
It was a glorious occasion! Enjoy scrolling through our gallery (Tip: use the arrows < > on screen or the arrow keys on your keyboard), and feel free to download and save your favorite photos! (Tip: right-click (desktop) or long press (mobile); “download image” or “save image as…”)
Class of 2022 PHOTOBOOTH!
Class of 2022 SENIOR TRIP
…and to top it all off, a well-deserved Senior Trip!
Our Graduating students independently fundraised for this mini-vacation as one last (extended!) class trip to celebrate. They saw it all through with supervised planning, logistics, and lots of FUN! We all approve 😀
“Welcome to 1st Grade!”
CONGRADULATIONS to our “Kinder-Grads!” for making it through Preschool!
Meet our Kindergarten Graduating Class of 2022
KG Graduation 2022
Here are some snapshots from our 2021-2022 Kindergarten Graduation Ceremony!
Enjoy scrolling through our gallery (Tip: use the arrows < > on screen or the arrow keys on your keyboard), and feel free to download and save your favorite photos! (Tip: right-click (desktop) or long press (mobile); “download image” or “save image as…”)
“Happy 4th of July!” (Independence Day)
Celebrated on July 4, 2022.
We looked back on North America Day in Preschool (shared in our last blog) and our graduating student, Kimberly, singing the Star Spangled Banner during Sports Daze this past year – Instagram: @acaonefamily
Watch this video on Instagram @acaonefamily: <https://www.instagram.com/p/CfmfLvXIYIz/?hl=en>
End-of-Year Activities
Preschool
Fun with BUBBLES!
Fun at ‘PLAY MATTERS’!
Pajama Party (with Bedtime Stories!)
Parents A–Z Workshop (Pre-KG to KG)
Elementary School
Sleepover, Bonfire and Movie Night!
Outdoor Picnic
Water Fun, Outdoor Games, and Soccer!
Explorers Tournament
SENIOR SCHOOL
Water Fight
Senior Prom!
STAFF
Staff were not left out of the fun as we celebrated the end of the school year and prepared for a work week to plan for next year. We look forward to serving you better in 2022–2023!
…and now, it’s one last ‘Farewell!’ to our Class of 2022. We will miss you all!
“‘For I know the plans and thoughts that I have for you,’ says the Lord, ‘plans for peace and well-being, to take care of you, not abandon you; plans to give you a future filled with hope.’”
— Jeremiah 29:11
CLOSING ASSEMBLY
We wrapped up the 2021-2022 academic year with an hour-packed afternoon of incredible performances and awards! Congratulations to all our students and staff for making it to the end of yet another academic year.
And now, for our End-of-Year (2021-2022) Awards!
If you missed our award highlights during Closing Assembly, here they are once again. Use the arrows < > to scroll through our gallery, and right-click on each slide to download and save (if desired). Congratulations to all our students, and a huge Thank You to all our parents and sponsors!
“SEE YOU IN SEPTEMBER!”
Call-to-Action!
- Watch our Senior Walk video and celebrate with our Class of 2022
<Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9gA9FvegLPU&t=29s>
- Follow us on Instagram – @ACAOneFamily to keep up with updates over the summer as we look back on class activities and events of the 2021-2022 academic year.
<Link: https://www.instagram.com/acaonefamily/?hl=en>
- Subscribe to our YouTube Channel – American Christian Academy. We have some exciting videos coming your way!
<Link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCC2Q3kqkM-QVAHMZR-GbF3Q>
School Updates & Announcements
The first batch of yearbooks have arrived!
Pick-up Times
Batch 1: July 15, 18, 20 from 10am–12pm (complete)
Batch 2: TBD
We are expecting the next batch and final shipment on or before July 31st. Pick-up days will be extended once we receive the full batch. Yearbooks can also be picked up when we resume. Thank you for your understanding, and we hope you enjoy looking back on the 2021/2022 academic year with us. Enjoy your summer break!
– ACA Admin/Yearbook Team
2022/2023 ACADEMIC YEAR:
School Resumes September 7th, 2022
Summer Birthdays
JULY
1 Chidera Anene, Ayoola
2 Damilare
3 Jadesola I, Ayoola
4 Timi Ogunlana, Toqa
5 Ryan S., Kanyinsade, Ms. Annabel
6 Ahmad Shaddad
8 Ms. Elena
9 Modesire, Okin, Naomi
10 Ryan, Divine, Joury
12 Ms. Ada
14 Ms. Funmi
16 Teme, Lucy, Kassem
17 Mr. Sesan
18 Basem
22 Efe, Dabira
25 Tiwatayo, Adefarati, Leen S., Mofolorunso
26 Anabel O., Riza
28 Ose
29 Ms. Bid
31 Chrisfoster, Iteoluwa
AUGUST
1 Murewa
3 Malli(Jiji)
4 Ms. Tina
6 Kunmi, Mr. Shina
7 Soibifaa
9 Jadesola Adesope, Anjola
10 Wissam, Felomina, Daveed
11 Judah
12 Nanum
13 Ms. Veronica, Ms. Blessing(O)
15 Ms. Tinu
17 Ayomiposi
18 Ahmad Rabbi
20 Ms. Abisoye
21 Hussein,
22 Darren, Bobga, Deepanika
23 Omotoke
25 Ayomikun
26 Mr. Augustine
27 Mon. Kivi
28 Shreyash
29 Mr. Daisi
31 Leroy, Oluwanishola, Mr. Arnold