Don’t forget to sign up for a slot for an opportunity to hear all about what your child has been learning and doing in Kindergarten!
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1E61LTQEvLD0nFHk1KNBDHxEXEBwgb-R1dBDVahRVVME/edit
Home Activities- if you wish
Hello families
We are hoping that you are staying safe and dry. When we left on Wednesday, no one could have imagined that we would be in this position now. However, we know that God is in control. As Joshua 1:9 says, “….Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.
You should have received an email last night from the Highroad Admin with some details regarding today. If you have not received it, please let the office know or check your email folders as it contains some important information about what is happening at Highroad Academy.
As many of our families, including staff members, are facing challenges, we are not focusing on academics right now. Rather, we are looking at ways we can perhaps serve others even in small ways. However, if you are looking for things for your children to do while at home, we have put together some activities focusing on kindness and ways to be thoughtful at this time. The pictures below have lots of activities attached that can be done at any age level. Clicking on the pictures below will bring up a larger image.
Students can also spend some time writing down their reflections on what is happening around them like a diary. Their writing can focus on what they are seeing, hearing and feeling.
These activities are entirely optional. We understand that there may be other priorities or even ways your family can be of service in your community that are more important.
Above, we are praying for you, and we hope that we get to be together again soon.
Parent Teacher Interviews
On November 26 the students will not have school as we will be having parent teacher interviews. I am looking forward to getting the opportunity to meet with each of you to discuss your wonderful child and all that they have been learning and doing in Kindergarten so far this year.
Please click on the link below to sign up for either an in-person or online meeting. If none of the times available work for you, please feel free to email me so we can arrange an alternate day and time to meet together.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1E61LTQEvLD0nFHk1KNBDHxEXEBwgb-R1dBDVahRVVME/edit
Poppies
On Wednesday of next week, each student will receive a poppy to wear. We are collecting money for our veterans, if you would like to send in a donation.
From the Library
Hello families!
We have started our library fundraising initiatives and have been so thrilled with the response from our Highroad Families! Below is a quick summary of the efforts to date.
Library – Fundraising Update
Guess How Many Candies in the Jar
We have approximately 200 entries to date. Students can continue to guess up to November 25th during their Library times. High School students are welcome to drop by Tuesday and Wednesday at their lunch time or Thursday and Friday to drop off entries. All students are welcome to come guess before school!
SinAmen Bun Co. Fundraiser
Thank you very much for the approximately 20 cinnamon buns orders received so far. So far, this has raised $100.00 for new library books! You can continue to bring your orders for some yummy cinnamon buns to the school office up to November 30th. Order forms can be picked up at the School Office or at the Library.
Book Donations
A very big “THANK YOU” to the families who have given cash donations and donated books from their home libraries. The Library has gratefully received the following books: Carson Crosses Canada and The Imagination Station – Refugees on the Run. These books will be added to the library with a picture of the family placed at the front as a thank you! We are still looking for the following books to add to our collection.
Current books we are looking to acquire:
National Geographic Kids – Cost $5 – $25 (Scholastics/Amazon)
Sport Illustrated for Kids – Cost $15 – $35 (Scholastics/Amazon)
Rocks and Minerals for Kids – Cost $5 – $25 (Scholastics/Amazon)
Mighty Machines, Planes, Trains, Automobiles – Cost $10 – $35
(Scholastics/Amazon/Bookman/Nuggets)
I Survived by Lauren Tarshis – Any title – Cost $5 – $15
(Scholastics/Amazon/Bookman/Nuggets)
Other books
The Gift of the Inuksuk $27.01 Hardcover Amazon
Mr. Hiroshi’s Garden $23.67 Hardcover Amazon
The Blackgaard Chronicles Book 5 Knight’s Scheme $11.54 – Focus on the Family
These Are My Words $17.84 Hardcover Chapters
Dariens Rise, Arin’s Judgement, Annison’s Risk and Glennall’s Betrayal, Daven’s Defiance, Fendars’ Legacy – $20.99 Softcover Book Set -Focus on the Family
Your support of our school library is greatly appreciated! Please email questions to – sbritz@highroadacademy.com.
Sincerely,
Ms. Shirley Britz
November Dates for your Calendar
It’s hard to believe that November is already here! Please make note of the following dates on your calendar:
Every Tuesday is Pizza Day if you have ordered (orders need to be placed online 8 days in advance)
Every Friday is Knight Day (students can wear their knight shirts and casual bottoms)
*No memory verse to learn for next week- we are working on a song for the school Remembrance Day Assembly*
Nov 11- Remembrance Day- School Closed
Nov 12- Professional Day- no school
Nov 17- Jersey Day (students can wear a sports jersey and casual bottoms)
Nov 26- Parent Teacher Interviews (more information to come)
