
For the annual fourth grade field trip, fifteen students hit the slopes at Swain Resort to learn to ski. Looks like they had fun learning something new and enjoying the fresh air!






The Northern Lights dance scheduled for this Friday, February 17, has been postponed until after winter break. Stay tuned for a new date.


Last week's try-it-Thursday was easily the most popular item yet! Thank you to the Wellness Committee for partnering with the cafeteria to offer delicious Peanut Butter Bites to the students, faculty, and staff.
Recipe:
PEANUT BUTTER BITES
Recipe makes 23 bites
INGREDIENTS:
· 1 cup (290g) of Peanut Butter
· 1 tsp (15g) of vanilla
· 1/3 cup (90g) of honey
· 1 cup (130g) of oat flour (can use regular unground oats – old fashioned oats work best)
· 1 tsp (5g) of cinnamon
· 3 tbsp (45g) of dark chocolate chips
INSTRUCTIONS:
· In a medium bowl, add all of the ingredients except the chocolate chips. Stir and mix ingredients until combined. The mixture should resemble cookie dough.
· Fold in the chocolate chips
· Roll dough into 23 – 24 balls (about 1 tbsp)
· Keep balls stored in a container in the refrigerator for up to 1 - 2 weeks


Although the pool of participants was limited, the intensity of the competition was anything but at the 2023 Spelling Bee in Arkport. After 20 grueling rounds, Kaleb Claar-Warren emerged as the champion, clinching the title with the spelling of the word "arrow." Congratulations to Kaleb and all the contestants who participated in this year's event.




The house was packed, and the A-C boys JV basketball team put on a show during last night's Steuben County League championship game! Congratulations to the JV boys team on their 2023 league championship!


Thank you to all of our student volunteers that have helped with announcements since December. Way to go Ryan, Thomas, Harper, Kaylee, Max, Landon, Rainey, Carson, and Scarlett!


Attention ACS students!


Reminder: there is a regularly scheduled meeting of the board of education on Wednesday, February 8, at 6:00 p.m. in the board of education room.


Don't miss out on this weekend's A-C cheer competition! Live stream links below!
Varsity Cheer Night (2/3/23) - https://play.spiideo.com/games/02d9af24-fe9a-4d22-a3a1-bfc55fc8328e
AC Cheer Competition (2/4/23) - AM https://play.spiideo.com/games/67170001-a205-463f-b3b9-dc969bc313ca
AC Cheer Competition (2/4/23) - PM https://play.spiideo.com/games/84ad91a3-86de-4de6-9a4f-4d9c6f7a1dd7


The Arkport fitness center is open to district residents!

A-C Athletics is seeking a Modified Softball Coach and Modified Track/Varsity Track Assistant Coach for the 2022-2023 spring season.
To apply click here: https://forms.office.com/r/hBnsdaueBg


This past week, the faculty/staff wellness committee partnered with our cafeteria to offer a healthy and delicious snack for try-it-Thursday. The snack was sugar grapes (lemon juice and jello powder). Students, faculty, and staff got to try this sweet-and-sour treat.


Due to the weather, the Arkport Central School District is on a two-hour delay for 1/18/23. The school day will begin at 10:00 AM. Please expect buses to be running two hours behind their regular pick-up times.


Ready, set, bid! The Arkport Central School District is gearing up for an auction of surplus items starting Monday, January 23rd. It's a perfect opportunity for you to grab some amazing deals. From school equipment to vehicles, there's something for everyone. Follow the link below to check out the items that are up for auction!
https://www.auctionsinternational.com/auction/31377

This year's 5th grade bowling trip was a hit!





Don't miss this year's senior night!


The board of education will hold a meeting at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, January 11 in the board of education room. The public is welcome to attend.


In December National Honor Society students and their siblings helped the Salvation Army with bell ringing. Despite frigid temperatures and wind, the students spread holiday cheer by singing carols and greeting customers, while raising more than $300 for the charity


Hello, ACS faculty, staff, parents, guardians, and students. Due to weather conditions, all after school activities are canceled for today, December 15.


Survey Link: tinyurl.com/hfndrtb6
