ACGC artists competed in the MSHSL Visual Arts Competition today, hosted at New-London Spicer High School. Juliana Schmidt took Best in Show in the Digital Photography category, and Jaida Wendinger took Best in Show in the Computer Based Artwork category! Juliana and Jaida will be displaying their art at the next MSHSL state level showing at Wayzata High School on May 9.

Here is the complete list of awards received:
Jenna Houdek: Superior in Drawing
Lizzy Nordin: Superior in Ceramics
Lizzy Nordin: Superior in Sculpture
Kendall Berger: Superior in Ceramics
Lila Muehlbauer: Superior in Crafts
Jaida Wendinger: Excellent in Computer Based Artwork
Juliana Schmidt: 2 Superiors in Digital Photography
Ava Burgmeier: Superior in Painting

Congrats to these incredible artists!
about 4 hours ago, Jenna Fitzgerald
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mshsl best in show
Aiden Heid is up for today’s spotlight!

He says that Mr. Junkermeier is a teacher who has made an impact on him and that a favorite memory was the East Coast Trip.

Aiden also has great advice for younger students, “Don't worry about what people think of you. Be you, and let them judge if they feel the need.”

Great work Aiden!
about 8 hours ago, ACGC Communications
Senior spotlight
Calling all wrestlers grades K-6! We have a summer wrestling camp for you! Register online to join!: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfYvW5AuJ8QK2O3vuTQpsMB-YD7PoZ2A1k0QzKHaNKBS-3zcw/viewform
about 10 hours ago, Tiffany Kliedon
Community Education wrestling camp!

It’s game day for ACGC! ⚾⛳️

Falcon Baseball takes on conference rival Royalton in a home doubleheader, while Falcon Golf hits the course at the CMC Meet at Osakis Country Club and Prairie View Community Golf Course.

With beautiful weather on our side, it’s the perfect day to get out and cheer on our Falcons. Let’s show our support—GO FALCONS!

about 10 hours ago, ACGC School
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Next up for the Class of 2026 spotlights is Hailey Saue who says that Ms. Anderson made an impact on her because “she was always there for me when I needed to talk and never judged me as a person. She always believed in my dreams that I want to accomplish in my life!”

She says the East coast trip was a favorite memory that she will be going to college to start the early education program.

Her advice is downright poetic, “A negative mind doesn’t give you a positive life.”

Congratulations Hailey!
1 day ago, ACGC Communications
Senior spotlight

The 1st- 4th grade Poppy Drawing Poster Contest, sponsored by the American Legion Auxiliary of Atwater, is a meaningful opportunity for students to honor veterans through art. Participants create posters featuring the red poppy—a symbol of remembrance and sacrifice—to show appreciation for those who have served our country. This activity encourages creativity while helping students learn the importance of patriotism, respect, and gratitude.

Congratulations to our winners!

1 day ago, ACGC Communications
Poster contest winners
ACGC Baseball takes on BOLD on Monday, May 18 in Bird Island for the Strikeout Cancer fundraiser! There are only a few days left to get your official Strikeout Cancer shirt so visit the store and use the Store code: strikeout

https://rambow.com/
1 day ago, ACGC Communications
Strikeout Cancer Flyer
Congratulations to our newly inducted members of the ACGC National Honor Society! Kelsie Blom, Makaylen Carlson, Oliver Groebner, Eli Houk, Libby Johnson, Ellionna Litzau, Cooper Overson, Sophie Oyen, Audri Palmer, Avery Pehle, Journey Scrabeck, and Zachary Trumbo
2 days ago, ACGC National Honor Society
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Congratulations to today’s Class of 2026 spotlight, Ivy McClain!

She says that Mrs. Johnson has made an impact because, “she always knows what to say, how to help and she is a great person.”

Ivy had a great time being with friends during sports and the East Coast trip this year and gives great advice to younger falcons, “participate in everything, you never know who you'll meet or what you'll learn!”

She plans to attend the University of Wisconsin-River Falls for Agricultural Studies.

We are proud of you Ivy!
2 days ago, ACGC Communications
Senior spotlight
Congratulations to Ivy McClain on receiving her Minnesota State FFA Degree. It is the highest degree the State can bestow. Congratulations!
3 days ago, ACGC
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Congratulations to the ACGC FFA Chapter for placing 9th in the National Chapter Award program for the State of Minnesota!
3 days ago, ACGC
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Get your Grand March tickets for Prom 2026: The Midnight Masquerade! Tickets will again be on sale tomorrow morning, April 22, from 7:15-7:45am. There are only a few more opportunities to get yourself a seat for the event of the year! *Please note, the April 24 sale date has been moved to April 29. Tickets are selling fast and we look forward to seeing you there!
3 days ago, ACGC Prom
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Today’s featured Falcon is Aaron Matteson who says his favorite high school memory is going to football and basketball games.

He says an ACGC teacher who made an impact is “Mrs. Mootz, because she believed in me when I was seen struggling.”

His advice? “If there is a will, there is a way! Just stick to it!”

He will be joining the work force after high school.

Way to go Aaron!
3 days ago, ACGC Communications
Senior spotlight

ACGC Falcons are in action today!

It’s a full slate of home and away events:

🥎 Softball hosts Paynesville
⚾ Baseball hosts BBE
⛳ Boys & Girls Golf compete at Island Pine Golf Course (home meet)
🏃‍♂️ Track & Field travels to the BBE Invitational

Track & Field Schedule:

4:00 PM – Field Events
4:30 PM – Running Events

Come out and enjoy the beautiful weather while supporting your Falcons!

Track results will be posted at https://rpmtiming.com/.

GO FALCONS!

3 days ago, ACGC School
ACGC
Books are in high demand at the elementary school! Students have opportunities throughout the day to check out new books and build excitement for reading.
3 days ago, ACGC Communications
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students in library
students in library
students in library
students in library
students in library
students in library
Brooklyn Slagter is up for today’s senior spotlight!

She says that Mrs. Fitzgerald made an impact on her because “she is always kind and understanding. She is a great NHS leader and always helps out when she can!”

A favorite high school memory is playing dress to impress in the library and her advice to others is that “Putting in effort goes a long way.”

After high school she plans to attend Winona State University to study Psychology.

Congratulations Brooklyn!
4 days ago, ACGC Communications
Senior spotlight
Kindergarteners are counting down to the end of the year! H day is for Hat Day! Students still at work on their phonics UFLI lesson and letter H project. Hooray!
4 days ago, ACGC Communications
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kindergarten activity
kindergarten activity
kindergarten activity
kindergarten activity
kindergarten activity
kindergarten activity
kindergarten activity

ACGC Early Childhood Family Education hosted an awesome opportunity for preschool parents and students to attend a Beach Party themed family event. What a great time!

7 days ago, ACGC Communications
preschool beach party
preschool beach party
preschool beach party
preschool beach party
preschool beach party
preschool beach party
preschool beach party
preschool beach party
preschool beach party
Today’s featured senior is Jiingr Sauceda!

She says that her favorite teacher is Quincy McNeil because “literally helped me understand and decide how I want to live as an adult!”

Her advice to younger falcons is, “to not truly care what others think, be yourself and keep up with work, attend school events and get yourself out there!”

She plans to move to Mankato and study education to become a teacher

Good luck Jiingr!
7 days ago, ACGC Communications
Senior spotlight

Register Online!: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf06cjTdrTN36j2Y5FWfIOLHnF4Hw-IkjUl1CHCVH8_sMUcPw/viewform

ACGC Community Education is excited to offer Applied Nutritional Therapy for everyday life to the District! Nutritional therapy is a root-cause approach to healing by supporting the body through the 5 foundations. In these courses, you will learn what the 5 foundations are and how to apply it to your everyday life. You will learn how to listen to your body’s unique needs - working with it, not against it.

7 days ago, Tiffany Kliedon
ACGC Community Education is excited to offer Applied Nutritional Therapy for everyday life to the District!  Nutritional therapy is a root-cause approach to healing by supporting the body through the 5 foundations.  In these courses, you will learn what the 5 foundations are and how to apply it to your everyday life.  You will learn how to listen to your body’s unique needs - working with it, not against it.