Director's Letter October 3, 2025
- Shelly Smith
- Oct 3
- 3 min read
Hello ACA!
Here we are, turning the page on the calendar to October already! Our students, parents and staff are finding their ‘stride’ and settling in. We’re getting to know each other and finding ways to plug in to the ACA community. Clubs will begin meeting next week, lots of events are on the calendar, and great student music is floating into the halls. We’re excited to see the vibrant energy of our community continue to grow as we dive into this new month!
Picture Days!
Our very talented friend and ACA parent, Stephanie Young, will be taking school photos on Tuesday and Wednesday from 10:00am - 2:00pm. We hope everyone, staff and students, will stop by for a photo for our Yearbook! Of course, photos will be available for purchase as well. We need volunteers to assist Stephanie please! Click HERE to sign up for a short shift.
Student Representative to the Board
The ACA Board is looking for student representatives to join our monthly board meetings. Students will have the opportunity to share summaries of events on campus and to learn how the ACA Board works. High school students grade 10-12 are welcome to apply HERE!
Volunteer Spotlight
Kate Hansen is our creative, dedicated PTO President. She volunteers her time freely to plan and execute school wide fundraisers and fun, community building events. Kate, along with her team of PTO officers and volunteers, plans dine-out fundraisers and all-school gatherings, manages the Food Corner, surprises us with ‘National’ day treats, and is a kind and welcoming presence at ACA. Thank you, Kate, for being Amazing!
Volunteer Opportunity
Looking for a volunteer who is willing to take our custodial rags home to wash every other week. It’s just two loads! I would really appreciate someone taking this over! Let me know at shellysmith@aca.k12.or.us
Gentle Rule Reminder
Please drive very slowly and cautiously in our drop off/pick up area and parking lot. There have been some heart stopping moments lately! If your student’s driver does not receive this letter, pass the word.
From the World’s Greatest PTO
10/6 - 10/27 The first ever ACA Boo-Grams go on sale! Similar to candy grams, stop by the PTO desk and purchase a Boo-Gram for your friend, student, or child. Starting at $2 each, to support the PTO. Boo-grams will be delivered the week before Halloween.
Oregon Bird Man Assembly 10/9 @ 11am. Gather your families and join together in the gym for an up close animal opportunity you don’t want to miss! Proudly sponsored by your PTO.
10/10 Playground Cleanup Day 3:30-5:30 Signup to spruce up our well loved playground!
10/15 Chipotle Dine Out Night 4-8pm Milwaukee location
10/27 Willamette Valley Pie Fundraiser forms will be available at the PTO desk. More information is coming soon.
10/30 ACA PTO Trunk or Treat 3:30-5:30. Lower parking lot. More information is coming soon.
Remember to check the calendar on our website often, AllianceCharterAcademy.org, and don’t forget to log your volunteer hours here Volunteer Time Log.
Thank you for being part of the ACA family, and have a wonderful weekend!
Go Eagles,
Shelly Smith
Executive Director
“The mission of Alliance Charter Academy is to nurture the innate curiosity of our students, ignite their passion for learning, and prepare them for lifelong success through personalized learning and the collaboration of school, family, and community.”
Volunteer Opportunities:
School Photos with Stephanie Young Photography
Tuesday, October 7 and Wednesday, October 8
10:00am - 2:00pm
Bird Man Assembly
Thursday, October 9
11:00 - 11:55pm
Staff Professional Development Day
Friday, October 10
9:00 - 3:30pm
Playground Cleanup
Friday, October 10
3:30 - 5:30pm
Evac and Reunification Drill
Thursday, October 16
2:00 - 3:15pm
Park Place Church
13933 Gain Street
Chipotle Dine Out Fundraiser
Wednesday, October 15
4:00 - 8:00pm
Milwaukie Location
CYT’s Musical “Winnie the Pooh”
Friday, October 17
12:15 - 1:45pm
Tigard
Governing Board Work Session
Wednesday, October 22
6:00 - 8:00pm
Virtual
Liepold Pumpkin Patch Meet-Up
Friday, October 24
11:15 - 1:30pm
Willamette Valley Pie Fundraiser - PTO
Monday, October 27
Spooky Science & Mad Math!
Thursday, October 30
3:45 - 5:15pm
ACA Gym
Trunk Or Treat!
Thursday, October 30
3:30 - 5:30pm
ACA Lower Parking Lot
