Welcome Back Picnic!

Friday, September 5th: Students, parents, teachers, and friends started the year off with fun and fellowship at Schodack Island State Park. We hiked the trails, enjoyed the bike paths, played volleyball, tested the kayaks, ate hot dogs and burgers, and even took a plunge in the Hudson River! What a great facility, just 15 minutes from the school!

SAT Prep Class

Friday, September 12th: ACL will hold an SAT Prep Class from 9am to noon. The focus will be on strategies and advice to improve your scores, especially for those Senior taking the October 4th test (last test before early college applications!). Homeschoolers are welcome to join us; please call the school and let us know you are coming.

New York City Trip

Friday, September 19th: ACL students will travel to the city in two groups - one group will accompany Mrs. Weaver to the Metropolitan Museum and several art galleries. The second group is heading for the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, Ground Zero, and Wall Street, finishing up at the South Street Seaport with food and shopping. Plans are to leave ACL at 8am, catch Metro North in White Plains, and take the subway to our destinations. Expected return to the school is 8pm.

College Essay Seminar

Thursday, September 11th at 7pm: Author Alan Gelb will speak on how to craft a winning college essay. Mr. Gelb is the author of "Conquering the College Admissions Essay in 10 Steps". High school students and their parents are welcome to attend.