Atwater Cosmos Grove City School

Students in Mythology shared their Atlas of Myths project today. Each student chose a mythological cultural region and created a poster about its myths, mythological creatures, deities, and modern influences.
They put in a lot of work and showed incredible art skills!

Our 6th graders stepped into the shoes of reporters today as they analyzed old family photographs from Mr. Rosengren’s collection—everything from professional portraits to casual family snapshots. These photographs are primary sources—real evidence from the actual time of an event—and they gave students a chance to practice critical thinking while connecting with history in a personal way.

Using the Six Reporter’s Questions, students examined each photo carefully:
🔹 WHO? Who are the main people in the photograph? Who might have taken it?
🔹 WHAT? What is happening in the photo? What event or moment is being captured?
🔹 WHEN? When did this event happen? Can we guess the date or time period?
🔹 WHERE? Where was the photo taken? What clues help us identify the location?
🔹 WHY? Why was this photograph taken? What story does it tell?
🔹 HOW? How was the photo taken? What kind of camera or technology might have been used?

By answering these questions, students discovered that even a simple family photograph can unlock stories about people, places, and events. More importantly, they learned that every photograph—like every artifact from the past—has a voice that helps us understand history better.

So proud of their curiosity, sharp thinking, and thoughtful discussions today!

Today some of our 6th graders stepped back in time to explore actual newspapers from the 1860s and 1870s—and then compared them with how we get our news today through the online West Central Tribune.

Students discovered big differences in layout, language, and speed of delivery—but also noticed the important similarities that connect the past to today: both types of newspapers keep communities informed, share local and world events, and give people a voice.

As you can see in the photos, our Venn diagrams helped us organize what’s the same and what’s different. A powerful reminder that while the way we get news has changed dramatically, the purpose—staying connected and informed—remains the same.

Biology students performing tests for organic compounds.

🎉 Homecoming Week 2025 is almost here!
Join us September 23–26 as we celebrate ACGC spirit with the theme Rewind to Soar!

Show your spirit with our dress‑up days at the 5-12 Building:

📅 Tuesday, Sept. 23 – Coronation Day
👗 Decades Duo — pair or group costumes from any era (50s, 70s, 90s, etc.)
👑 Coronation at 2:00 PM on Falcon Field (weather permitting)

📅 Wednesday, Sept. 24 – Way Back Wednesday
🎨 50s, 60s, 70s — tie‑dye, bell bottoms, peace signs
🏐 Powder Tuff at 6:30 PM (Main Gym)
🏈 Powder Puff at 7:30 PM (Falcon Field)

📅 Thursday, Sept. 25 – Throwback Thursday
👕 80s & 90s — windbreakers, flannel, denim, scrunchies

📅 Friday, Sept. 26 – Future Falcon Friday
🚀 2000s to the Future or Falcon Spirit (black, teal, silver)

Let’s make it a week to remember!

Share your photos with #RewindToSoar and #FalconPride.

🎉 Happy National IT Professionals Day! 🎉

Today we celebrate the tech wizards who keep our schools connected, secure, and running smoothly. From fixing Chromebooks to keeping Wi-Fi alive, they make the impossible look easy.

💻🖱️📱 Thank you Jess and Josh for being problem-solvers, innovators, and lifesavers every single day!

#NationalITProfessionalsDay #ThankYouIT #SchoolTechHeroes

You're invited! We will be hosting a referendum open house on Thursday, September 25. Stop by the junior/senior high school between 6:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. to learn more about the proposed plan. Superintendent Kip Lynk, school board members, and project team members will be available to answer questions about this important decision for our students, staff, and community members.

We hope to see you there! Visit https://www.acgcbuilttofly.com to learn more about the upcoming referendum.

Sergeant Daniel Solsvig from the US Marines presented to the 11th grade Careers class as their first guest speaker of the year!

An inspirational speaker, Mr. Reggie, gave a musically motivating assembly about friendship and positivity!

Physics class playing bean bags to analyze application of accuracy and precision.

We’re excited to introduce this year’s Homecoming Court—ready to boogie through the decades during ACGC’s “Rewind to Soar” Homecoming Week, September 23–25! 🎶🕺💃

👑 King Candidates (Back Row - Left to Right):
Rowan Molinaro, Micah Morrison, Joseph Sherwood, Tristin Stegeman, and Seth Carlson

👑 Queen Candidates (Front Row - Left to Right):
Brooke Brekke, Jada Rosenquist, Taylor Frericks, Haley Johnson, and Brinley Grimsgard

🎉 Join us for Coronation on Tuesday, September 23rd at 2:00 PM on Falcon Field as we rewind through the past and celebrate the future of Falcon pride! ✨

#RewindToSoar #ACGCHomecoming #FalconPride #DecadesOfSpirit

8th grade physical science students learning how to work with Bunson Burners

Did you know?

🏀 Gym space is at capacity in the winter, pushing youth programs into late nights and weekends.
🏋️‍♀️ Our fitness room, which was once a storage closet, is undersized and lacks ventilation.
🔧 Modernizing Career and Technical Education (CTE) classrooms with up-to-date equipment will better prepare students for evolving industries after graduation.

If approved, the November building bond referendum would create modern, flexible spaces to support physical education, wellness, and career-focused programs.

Learn more ➡️ https://www.acgcbuilttofly.com/challenges

4th grade at Diamond Lake.

Senior Sunrise