"Jesus said, 'Go home to your own people and tell them how much the Lord has done for you, and how he has had mercy on you.' " Mark 5:19

All Families 

• This week is Homecoming! We look forward to seeing you at the tailgating and game on Friday, October 11th. It is a half day for the entire school. Check out the Homecoming Guide by clicking HERE. 
• Don't miss the latest episode of the SACS Herald podcast!  The first episode of Season 2 features Dr. Brown, Pastor Matt, and Mr. Wilke discussing spiritual initiatives, drug testing results, and our October chapel speaker.  CLICK HERE to listen!

• LAST CHANCE!! Monday October 14th is the 4th annual LionBackers Golf Classic. Registration is still open!  Have fun on the golf course with fellow SACS families while supporting SACS athletics.  All levels welcome; the only requirement is that you have fun! CLICK HERE to register.  Questions can be directed to lionbackers@sachristian.org 

• Applications for the SACS 2025-2026 school year are NOW OPEN! SACS siblings will receive priority status for enrollment if their application is submitted by December 1^st.  Log in to your Family Portal, choose Apply/Enroll, then Application.  Contact Jennifer Rodriguez at jrodriguez@sachristian.org with any questions!
  

• Calling all SACS Alumni! The Homecoming Game is Friday, October 11th, and we can’t wait to see you at our Alumni Homecoming Tailgate Tent! Alumni and their spouses and children who RSVP by clicking HERE will receive a complimentary ticket to the game and meal provided by Alamo Cafe.
  
• We are looking for additional substitutes for our nurses. If you are interested, please apply by CLICKING HERE.
  
• If you would like to volunteer on campus, register via MobileServe App. Use school code 5A8AC5 to connect to SACS.  If you have trouble logging on CLICK HERE and Mr. O'Brien will assist you with the registration process. 
• Join the Behind the Lions Fine Arts Booster Club to support the fine arts at SACS. Membership includes a Booster Club t-shirt, early access to tickets, and discounts on merchandise and helps fund Christmas on Mane, new portable stages and fine arts letterman jackets. CLICK HERE to join and make a difference today.

Elementary School

• Individual school picture retakes will be taken on Tuesday, October 8th.  All students who were absent will have their pictures taken.  If your student needs pictures retaken, original photo package MUST be returned to school with your student on retake day.  Please notify your child’s teacher by email if you want your child to have retakes.  Students must wear CHAPEL UNIFORM (except for PreK).  Please CLICK HERE to preorder pictures for absent students only.  School ID number is EVTK8QJRS.  Students taking retakes will receive the same package originally ordered.  Deadline to order is the day of retakes, Tuesday, October 8th. 
  
• 5th Grade Little Lions Basketball League registration is open! All 5th graders are welcome to participate in this fun opportunity to hone their basketball skills on the court in a competitive environment.  Registration closes on October 11th.  CLICK HERE to view the schedule and to register!
• Don't miss the opportunity to get your 2024-2025 Elementary Yearbooks for the lowest price of the year ($25) before the price goes up on October 20th!  CLICK HERE to order!
• Christmas will be here before we know it and preparations for our annual celebration, Christmas on Mane, are in full swing here!  In order for Mrs. Nichols to plan for stage space, potential solos, and supplies, we need to know how many students plan to participate in the program. All students will have the opportunity to learn the songs used in the performance in their regularly scheduled classes during the academic school day; however, only students who submit these forms will be performing on stage the evening of December 6th.   Forms must be submitted no later than October 20th. 
  
  Click the appropriate grade level below to submit your child's form!
  

  Pre-K Children’s Choir Christmas on Mane Sign-Up

  Kinder and 1st Grade Children’s Choir Christmas on Mane Sign-Up

  2nd and 3rd Grade Children’s Choir Christmas on Mane Sign-Up

  4th Grade Children’s Choir Christmas on Mane Sign-Up

  5th Grade Children’s Choir Christmas on Mane Sign-Up

Secondary School

• 8th GRADE and HIGH SCHOOL PARENTS: On Thursday, October 10th, students will hear from Angie Morehead in chapel.  To learn more about her testimony, CLICK HERE (start podcast at 20:40).  8th grade parents must OPT-IN their student by CLICKING here. 8th grade students who do not opt-in will attend another chapel with the other MS students. 9th-12th grade parents have the opportunity to OPT-OUT BY CLICKING HERE.  Reach out to Pastor Matt at mobrien@sachristian.org if you have any questions.

• High School HOCO spirit week is October 7-11!  Enjoy dressing up in a different theme each day of the Homecoming week.  CLICK HERE to view the HoCo Guide which contains details and guidelines for each day's theme! 
• Remind your high school student to purchase their ticket to the Homecoming Dance on Saturday, October 12th by clicking HERE! 
• Spiritual Emphasis/Service Days will take place on October 24th and 25th.  For more information, including unique opportunities for parents to get involved, CLICK HERE.
• Attention all aspiring actors, dancers, and singers!  We are thrilled to announce auditions for our upcoming production of Legally Blonde! Whether you’re a seasoned performer or looking to step into the spotlight for the first time, we want to see you shine! Auditions begin on Tuesday, October 15th in the SLC.  CLICK HERE for the details for auditions, including all audition materials.  Contact Mrs. Pritz at kpritz@sachristian.org with any questions. Break a leg!
  

• 9th, 10th, and 11th grade students will be taking the digital PSAT test on campus on Wednesday, October 16. To prepare for the test, students will need to login to the Bluebook app that is loaded onto their tablet. Please be sure tablets are updated and fully charged.

• 12th grade students who signed up to take the SAT on campus on Wednesday, October 16 will need to login to the Bluebook app loaded on their tablet.  Seniors who did not sign up for the SAT will not report to school on Wednesday, October 16.
• Upcoming College Visits
  Wednesday, October 9 - High Point University
  College visits are held in the SLC lobby during HS lunch period.
• Order your Middle School yearbook by CLICKING HERE! Current price is $35. A link is also available on the SACS App under Fine Arts.

• The High School yearbook is currently on sale. Order yours today by CLICKING HERE! Current price is $68 with the first price increase on November 1st. A link is also available on the SACS App under Fine Arts.

• Please contact Student Services at studentservices@sachristian.org regarding student absences.
  

Athletics

• SACS Cross Country Invitational is this Saturday, October 5th at 8am! Come support HS and MS Cross Country in Lion Territory!
• Order your Dig Pink T-shirt now! Orders close on October 13th at 11:45pm. All proceeds will be donated to ThriveWell in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness month. CLICK HERE to order yours!
• Winter Sport Fence and Yard signs are available to purchase now. Get yours HERE. Orders close October 22nd.
• All MS and HS students considering a Winter Sport must have a physical on file in order to tryout or practice. To send in your student's physical or verify that your student has one on file, please email Agober@sachristian.org.  You can find the physical form HERE or on our athletic website.
• Online forms for all athletes must be completed via Parent Portal on Rankone.com.  Medical History, Signature Page and Student Profile are all required to play.
  
• Be sure to check out the ‘Lion Up’ below for a list of next week’s games. There are several volleyball games, football games, and cross country throughout the week. Come out and support your Lions!
• Monday October 14 is the 4th annual LionBackers Golf Classic. Sponsorships and foursomes available by registering HERE. Email lionbackers@sachristian.org with any questions. 
• MS Boys and Girls basketball tryouts begin October 28th during each grade's PE class period for all 6th, 7th, and 8th grade teams.  Athletes must have a physical on file prior to trying out. If your student does not have an updated physical, they will not be able to tryout. Parent meetings will be scheduled after tryouts have been completed.  To send in your student's physical or verify that your student has one on file, please email Agober@sachristian.org.  You can find the physical form HERE or on our athletic website.
  
• Fall Letterman Fittings will be October 22nd at 7am in the SLC. Recipients/parents will be emailed closer to the fitting date.
• HS Basketball Gear Store is open! CLICK HERE to order for girls and CLICK HERE for boys. Deadline to order is October 6th.
• HS Girls and Boys Gear Store will open on October ^7th. You can find the links HERE in the latest issue of Inside the Lions Den!
• Join the LionBackers Booster Club! LionBackers is the sports booster for all things sports-related in ES, MS and HS. CLICK HERE to join today and support our athletic program.
• Tickets may be purchased for all athletic games in the SACS App under 'Athletics' or at gosachristian.org.
• CLICK HERE to view the October issue of the high school athletic newsletter.