On the Horizon at Harbor Heights
Week of March 11, 2019
A Message from the Principal...
Happy Sunny Sunday, Orcas!
I think we are all in agreement the snow can disappear. I had a weird sensation on Friday when I was driving home with the gorgeous sunset indicating spring is nearing, but pulled into my driveway and everything was white. I am over it!
Thank you to all our volunteers who helped with the book fair last week. It was a success and I love hearing the children talk about their new books.
We also had a successful week with 2nd grade Water Safety. The staff did an incredible job of organizing and supporting students with this experience. Thank you YMCA for your attention to detail and safe and to our students for representing us well!
Don't forget to set your clocks forward this weekend. And, as a reminder, there is no school on Friday, March 15th. Make it a great week!
Warmly,
Stephanie Strader
IMPORTANT DATES
MARCH
THIS WEEK:
- Friday, March 15th: No School- (Teacher In-Service Day)
UPCOMING:
- Monday, March 18th: All Read-and-Lead minutes due!
- Tuesday, March 19th: Class Picture Day
- Thursday, March 21st: Spring Conferences, Dismissal @ 12:15
- Friday, March 22nd: Spring Conferences, Dismissal @ 12:15
- Friday, March 22nd: Sock Hop and Silent Auction (Come support our Library Project!)
IMPORTANT EVENTS
SPRING CONFERENCES
Spring conference serve a variety of purposes. Teachers often use spring conferences to meet with families for students who may be struggling either academically or behaviorally, or for students who have experienced great growth. If your child's teacher feels it is important to conference with you, she will be reaching out via email or a note home sometime this week. If you have any questions or concerns regarding spring conferences, please connect with your child's teacher.
KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION FOR 19/20
Online Kindergarten Registration Begins March 4th!
Peninsula School District is pleased to open online registration services for the 2019-2020 school year. Starting March 4th you can log on to psd401.net/registration and begin the online process. There are multiple ways to access the online registration system:
- at home, on your own device
- at your local elementary school kiosk between 9:30-3:00
Before you begin you might want to gather the data you will need: proof of residency (utility bill preferred), birth certificate and your student’s immunization records. You will be able to upload these documents or turn them in at your child’s school.
Registering early allows you find out about all of the transition activities we have planned in the spring and summer!
MARK YOUR CALENDAR!
Our Kindergarten Orientation will take place on Thursday, May 30th in the afternoon! Time to be announced soon.
IMAGINATION CELEBRATION
Do you have a passion for photography, science, technology, engineering, nature, art, dance, music, math, science, art, or ???
These and so many other interests could translate into incredible hands-on lessons for Harbor Heights’ students that might light the spark for a lifetime interest or career!
Imagination Celebration
When: Friday, May 17, 2019 from 9:00 am to 2:15 pm
What: Lead small group, hands-on activities especially in STEAM
(Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math)
ALL KIDS AT SCHOOL EVERY DAY
ATTENDANCE MATTERS!
We care about our students health, safety, and learning. Thank you for being our partners for their success by keeping students home if they are ill and ensuring they are at school on time if they are well. If we can support your family in any way, please contact our office 253.530.1800.
Furthermore, should your family be looking to take an extended vacation during the school year, please complete the Planned Absence Request Form and submit to our front office.
Unclear on our school guidelines regarding attendance? Click here.
Watch DOGS
Sign up here! (Note: All volunteers need to receive background clearance through the Washington State Patrol. Please stop by the office at least 2 weeks prior to your first day)
TRANSPORTATION NOTES
Are you confused by what to include in your child's transportation note? Here is an easy template to help you in writing pertinent information for your child's transportation changes.
PTA INFORMATION
READ AND LEAD
SOCK HOP AND SILENT AUCTION
#KIDSTHESEDAYS #WEAREPSD
Junior Achievement
#Community
Announcements
2nd Water Safety
Readers Workshop
Orcas are Scientists!
Stephanie Strader, Principal
Email: straders@psd401.net
Website: https://hhes.psd401.net/
Location: 4002 36th Street Northwest, Gig Harbor, WA, United States
Phone: 253-530-1800
Facebook: www.facebook.com/hhorcas
Twitter: @HH_Orcas