The Lion's Roar

As we welcome the changing of the seasons, we are reminded of the beauty that can come with change. The vibrant colors of fall show us that change is not something to fear, but an opportunity for growth, renewal, and new beginnings. Just as God transforms the world around us, He is continually working in our hearts and lives, shaping us into who He created us to be.

At Anderson Christian School, may we embrace each new season with grateful hearts, open minds, and a willingness to grow. Even when change feels uncertain, we can trust that God has a beautiful purpose in every season.

If you have a need you’d like others to pray for, or a blessing or answered prayer you’d like to celebrate, we invite you to submit it. This is a great way for our community to support one another and rejoice together.

-Emily Rigdon - For God to give Emily age-appropriate language and social skills

-Cindy Hollings and Family - Health

-Frank Sullivan (Pa) - Health

-Mr. Joseph Powell - Needs a miracle. Grandfather of two of our students. Battling pancreatic cancer

-Ann Stephens - Stefanie Carroll's mom- Migraines

-Gigi Bikas - Kindergarten - Healing from accident

Show your school spirit everywhere you go with an ACS car magnet! Magnets are 4".

They are $5 each. Let Mrs. Kirby know how many you want!

🎄Time to start your Christmas shopping early! Every Lion wants ACS gear under the tree! 🎄

Our ACS School store opens Monday, September 21 and runs through Monday, December 14.

Access Code: xyhDFtQNeK

Do you recognize these items? If so, please claim them. They are located in the cafeteria.

Don't forget that our Upper School students will be taking the ACT, PSAT, SAT, and/or Iowa Assessment on Tuesday and Thursday. Students will be dismissed once everyone has completed their assessment. The estimated dismissal time is 12:00. A parent alert will be sent out each day regarding dismissal times.

Juniors are under no obligation to purchase a ring. In lieu of a ring, families are asked to have an item of their choice to honor their junior. The item can be any number of things, including Bibles, special letters, special jewelry, or something sentimental.

We ask that all families make plans to attend the ceremony and be prepared to present an item to their student.

If you plan to play a winter sport, a physical and all SCACS forms are due by Monday, November 2.

This is the first official day of basketball practice.

Middle School Boys Basketball Practice begins Monday, October 19 from 3:30-5:00; Tuesday-Thursday, October 20-22 from 4:00-5:30.

JV Girls Basketball Practice begins Thursday and Friday, October 22-23 from 3:30-5:00.

We are excited to announce our 2 new cheer coaches: Coach Hall and Coach Cheek! Information meeting on Monday, October 19, after school in the chapel. The meeting should last 15-20 minutes. They will be discussing goals for the season, commitment, uniforms, and a chance to get to know the coaches. If you are interested, please attend or ask Mrs. Hill for more information.

If you have a passion for working with young athletes and would enjoy helping a group of enthusiastic cheerleaders learn, grow, and show their ACS spirit, we would love to hear from you! Elementary cheer will be starting very soon, so if you are interested in getting involved, please reach out to Mrs. Hill for more information.

Bowling Club (coached by Jake Goldie and Mrs. Goldie)

When: Thursdays, 3:45–4:45 p.m.
Dates: September 3–December 3
Cost: $75 per student. If paying by check, please make the check payable to Anderson Christian School and write “For: Bowling Club” in the memo line. Please turn in your payment after the first practice, once attendance has been confirmed.

Registration Includes

• Three games at each meeting
• Bowling shoe rental
• Use of a bowling ball
• Personalized ACS Bowling Club T-shirt

No Bowling Club

• October 22 — SAT/PSAT
• November 26 — Thanksgiving

The club will meet for a total of 12 Thursdays during the season.

Practices Wednesday mornings, 8:00-8:45 in the ACS gym, starting Wednesday, Sept. 9th.

• Practices- Sept 9th, 16th, 30th, Oct 7th, 14th, 21st, and 28th (no practice Sept. 23rd)

• 10/24 in Taylors- Storm Season Opener
• 11/6-11/7 in Walhalla- Walhalla Razorback Shootout
• 11/28 in Greenville- 3D Turkey Shoot
• 12/12 Greenville- Winter Classic
• 1/23 in Greenville- Warrior Fun Shoot
• 2/19-2/20 in Greenville- Getting Ready for State

Calling all 1st–5th graders! Get ready to run, have fun, and build your endurance with the ACS Elementary Run Club! Starting Tuesday, Sept. 15th.

Practices: Tuesdays from 3:15–3:45 PM

Where: ACS Field

When: September 15th – December 1st

Immediately after school, Coach Marcus and Coach Rudolph will meet the runners in the cafeteria after carline and take them to the field. They’ll begin with stretching and then get moving with a fun, active practice!

What to Bring on Practice Days:

• Tennis shoes

• Water bottle

Upcoming Runs:

• October 31 – Mustache Dash
• November 26 – Electric City Gobbler
• December 5 – Reindeer Run

More information about each race will be shared as we get closer to the event dates.

Please send your child's name, your name, and a great email contact for cancelation of practices and race information to Lisahill@andersonchristian.net

Come ready to run, have fun, encourage your teammates, and grow stronger together!

Let’s Run, Lions!

It was a wet and windy Saturday morning but thank you to everyone who showed up!

Xander, Nathan, Abby, and Lili from the Running Club attended. Mr. and Mrs Marcus also ran the race with Mr. Marcus placing 2nd overall. Luca and Arianna Melnichenko completed the 5k race.

Good job everyone!

GoFan tickets are available for home games. Please make sure you are purchasing the correct ticket for a sporting event and show your ticket on your phone at the gate.

https://gofan.co/school/SC71181

Please consider signing up to help work the gate and/or the concession stand for our Volleyball games. Students will receive points for their color teams if their parents volunteer. Sign up below!

• October 2: Missions Day
• October 9-12: Fall Break
• October 13-16: Parent Conferences
• October 14: Report Cards
• October 20: ACT (1/2 day Upper School)
• October 22: PSAT/SAT (1/2 day Upper School)
• October 30: Preschool Scarecrow Day

• October 17: Everett
• October 19: Jamison
• October 21: Alexander, Ethan
• October 23: Zach

If you are interested in giving your student a Birthday Shout-Out on our digital sign, let Mrs. Kirby know (candacekirby@andersonchristian.net). The shout-out will run for the entire month and can be personalized. Shout-Outs will be $25.

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Address: 3902 Liberty Highway - Anderson, SC 29621

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