
The Academy for Character Education
ACE develops and enhances strong character by working collaboratively with families, utilizing an integrated classical curriculum, and personalizing education to challenge students academically.

Jan 19, 2026
Hello ACE families,
We are heading into our third week/break week of this month’s school cycle. We’ve got a few things coming up, so read on…
AIMs Scheduling Link (if you haven’t scheduled yet)
Spelling Bee Final Competition January 22 @ 3:00 p.m.
The winner from each classroom will participate in the schoolwide spelling bee this Thursday, January 22, 3 p.m. in the school gym. Parents are welcome to attend!
Positive Parenting Meeting January 22 @ 3:30 p.m.
This month’s Family Connection meeting will be focused on the critical topic of Positive Parenting. We have moved the meeting to 3:30 p.m. on Thursday, January 22 (immediately following the Spelling Bee). Mrs. LeCompte, ACE school counselor, has lots of tips to share and helpful advice based on her own parenting experiences with her ACE graduate.
February Family Connection Meeting February 19 @ 3:30 p.m.
February’s Family Connection meeting will focus on the effects of too much online time and how to create healthy screen habits. Mark your calendars for this important topic!
4th Week Homework Club
Homework Club is January 27. Grammar C – Dialectic 4 students have Homework Club from 9 a.m. – 12:00 noon. Rhetoric students have Homework Club from 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Academic Deans will send you an invitation if you need to attend. If you’d like to attend for extra help/study time, please notify your AD, so they’ll know to expect you.
Home Economics Club Needs
Eggs and butter! If you have extras of these items, the students will put them to good cooking use.
Extra Events (not sponsored by ACE)
Winter Field Trip
We’ve reserved Splash Water Park, Thursday, February 26, from 4:30-6:30 p.m.
Handy info/Dates to remember:
Board Meeting: January 27, 9 a.m. in Computer Lab
January Family Connection Meeting: January 22, 3:30 p.m.
February Family Connection Meeting: February 19, 3:30 p.m.
SIF due: February 5, 4:30 p.m.
Sourdough Bread/Treats Fundraiser
Have a great week!
Mrs. Starr Sahnow
Academy for Character Education Principal
541-942-9707 (ACE)
541-852-2485 (Cell)