Volume 46: Issue 2 (October 2024)
Welcome to our October blog post!
This month has been packed with exciting activities and memorable events here at ACA. In this edition, we’ll take a look back at October’s highlights and give you a glimpse of what we’re looking forward to as we step into November.
Keep reading and enjoy!
Nigeria at 64: A Celebration of Unity in Diversity
As we celebrated Nigeria’s 64th Independence Day, we took time to honor the rich cultural heritage that unites us all. Students proudly wore traditional attire, complemented by vibrant displays of national colors, showcasing the beauty of Nigeria’s diverse ethnic groups.
During the morning assembly, the Nigerian flag was raised high as students performed a heartfelt rendition of the national anthem.
Teachers and students joined together on stage, dressed in their tribal regalia, singing and dancing to the rhythm of Nigerian music, truly embodying our unity in diversity
New Student Body Government (SBG)
This past month, we held elections for our new Student Body Government, and it was a fantastic demonstration of school spirit and leadership! Middle and high school students campaigned for key positions, and we’re thrilled to announce Razan as this year’s SBG President. Class teachers appointed dedicated Class Representatives, and the SBG Executive Council selected SBG Representatives for each class.
School Spirit Week
To kick off their new term, the SBG organized an exciting Spirit Week filled with themed days. Students got creative on “Anything but a Bag” day, cozied up for “Pajama Day,” and showed off their favorite team jerseys on “Jersey Day.” The festivities continued with a throwback to different eras on “Decades Day” and concluded with wild and imaginative hairstyles on the final day.
Congratulations to our new SBG Exco, Representatives, and Class Reps—your leadership has already made the school year unforgettable!
Class Features
Preschool
Our Nursery students had a wonderful time learning the letter “Nn” and decorating it with purple hearts, highlighting the color and shape of the week. Meanwhile, our Kindergarten students enjoyed dressing up as community helpers and discussing the many ways these heroes support our community.
Elementary School
In Science, our First Graders explored the power of teamwork as they built various structures with LEGO pieces. In Literacy, they practiced ABC Order, working together to master this skill. Our Second Graders had a fantastic time learning about seed dispersal in Science and collaborated in groups during Phonics. They also celebrated the month’s VIP Students with a special coronation party to recognize their positive contributions in class.
Our Third Graders honed their teamwork skills in Math, focusing on place value. Fourth Graders delved into Literacy by learning how to choose quality books and organize genres, while in Math, they explored exponents. Our Fifth Graders took the spotlight for Teacher’s Day by leading lessons for younger students. In Science, they learned to use a microscope for the first time, adding a new tool to their scientific exploration.
Middle & High School
Our 6th Graders conducted a fish dissection in Biology, gaining hands-on experience in anatomy. In Art, 9th Graders explored the world of color theory and its applications. Meanwhile, 11th Graders performed a Biology experiment to test for reducing sugars, deepening their understanding of biochemistry.
Club Features
Clubs are off to a fantastic start! This past month, students dove into a range of activities, and we’re excited to share some highlights from several clubs. Watching their progress has been inspiring, and we can’t wait to bring you more updates next month!
Crafts Club
Chess Club
Piano Club
Swimming Club
Taekwondo Club
Birthdays
1 Ahmad, Mr Sunday O
2 Eniiyijoba, Janelle
4 Kamsi, Mr. Felix, Laila
7 Vansh
8 Ali Aboud
9 Joseph. S
10 Dora
11 Roy
13 Ms. Ebele, Roy
14 Tobenna, Prianna, Ms. Elizabeth S, Chukwuagoziem
15 Sayana
16 Joli
17 Srishti
18 Ayomide B., Hassan
19 Ms. Ethel, Mr. Babatunde
20 Ms. Bola O, God’s Peace
21 Ali S., Aayansh
23 Jeanie, Mr. Abiola
24 Mazih
25 Ms Opeyemi, Olaniyi
26 Ms. Olamide, Eniife, Oshojeme
27 Sahaan, Sahasra
28 Christian, Swara
29 Devesh
30 Andrea