Hawk Happenings
News for the HRRS/Juan Diego Academy Community
Principal's Message - Oct. 14th (English)
Happy Wednesday!
We have a lot of exciting assessments beginning in October. Last week, the Woodcock-Muñoz testing began on all new students in grades K - 3. This will help us to determine current levels of language acquisition/comprehension. In the spring, we will test all students, so that we can compare the numbers and look at the growth of students in both languages. Additionally, starting tomorrow, all students in grades 3 - 8 will begin taking the Iowa Test of Basic Skills (ITBS). This test measures students in a variety of areas including math and reading, providing very detailed results in a matter of 4 - 6 weeks. Here is the website for more info on the test: http://www.riverpub.com/products/itbs/details.html.
During the testing period (which ends Oct. 30th), we ask for your support with the following:
- Please make sure that your child arrives ON TIME to school every day.
- Limit any interruptions such as medical appointments to non-testing times.
- Make sure that your child has a good breakfast before coming to school.
- Get the kids to bed at a reasonable hour so that they are well rested.
- Encourage your child(ren) to do their best, but not to stress about the tests. They are simply a way of providing information to us, so that we can better plan/refine our instruction for the year, making sure to address individual learning goals for all students.
If you have any questions/concerns about the testing, please do not hesitate to contact your child's teacher.
Have a wonderful week!
Katie Dempsey
Principal
Important Reminders for this Week!!
- Today is a half day. Dismissal is at NOON. Extended Care will be available.
- Thursday - Join us for All School Mass at 9 am.
- Spirit Gear on Friday - Teachers will indicate eligibility to students.
Middle School Math in Progress!
1st Grade: Staring Center Activities!
The Virtue of the Month for Sept was Kindness...Oct is Patience!
Development News!!
Calling all Grandparents & Alumni! If you know of any alumni or current grandparents (and other community members) who would like to be included in our mailing list, please let us know. We are beginning to send out Annual Campaign letters and will soon be sending out information on upcoming events, such as the Annual Crab Feed & Auction and the Celebración. We want to make sure we are connecting with all of our supporters! Please contact Sarah at smckinney@hrrsjda.org with contact information.
Basketball Sign-Ups for Grades 4 - 8!
Basketball Registration will be held after school with three in-person registrations in the first grade Spanish classroom from 3- 3:30pm on October 16th, 19th, and 21st. Cost is $60 per player, which includes a jersey (not shorts). Registration is for grades 4-8 for boys and girls. By signing up, there is no guarantee your child will be playing on a team. Teams will need to have at least 8 players and have a coach. The basketball season is from Nov - Jan. Email Athletic Director, Ralph Thomson, at CYO@hrrsjda.org with any questions.
Coaches Wanted!
We are looking for a girls' Basketball, boys' Basketball and co-ed Volleyball coach. Both sports are offered to students in Grades 4 - 8. If you are enthusiastic and willing to teach our kids about these sports, please volunteer. All coaches will need Safe Environment clearance. The Basketball season is from November - January and the Volleyball season is from February - April/May.
Please contact Athletic Director, Ralph Thomson, at CYO@hrrsjda.org.
Adult Spanish Classes Begin Nov. 2nd!!
Holy Rosary Book Fair - Volunteers Needed
Ms. Dempsey to Chair an Accreditation Visit in Montana the Week of Oct. 19th!
Curriculum Corner!!
- Read every night with your child in whatever language you feel most comfortable.
- Ask your child about his/her day..identify one new thing s/he learned.
- For more information on bilingual education, check out the following website: http://www.nabe.org/bilingualeducation
Questions:
Please submit questions for the next Curriculum Corner to Dr. Yaden at BYaden@plu.edu.
Upcoming Events!!
Professional Development - Noon Dismissal for Students
Wednesday, Oct 14, 2015, 12:00 PM
Holy Rosary School, South 30th Street, Tacoma, WA, United States
ITBS - Standardized Testing
Thursday, Oct 15, 2015, 08:00 AM
Holy Rosary School, South 30th Street, Tacoma, WA, United States
Pre-K 3 & 4
Thursday, Oct 22, 2015, 12:30 PM
Wild Hare Organic Farm, Tacoma, WA, United States
Virtus Class for Volunteers
Please register online at:
http://www.virtusonline.org/virtus/Click on the Registration link. If you have questions, please contact Colleen Thomson at casmt@comcast.net.
Saturday, Oct 24, 2015, 09:00 AM
All Saints Catholic Church, 3rd Street Southwest, Puyallup, WA, United States
Halloween Carnival
Sunday, Oct 25, 2015, 01:00 PM
Holy Rosary School, South 30th Street, Tacoma, WA, United States
Picture Day
Wednesday, Oct 28, 2015, 08:00 AM
Holy Rosary School, South 30th Street, Tacoma, WA, United States
Hispanic Heritage Festival
Saturday, Nov 7, 2015, 06:00 PM
Holy Rosary School, South 30th Street, Tacoma, WA, United States
Parent-Teacher Conferences (Noon Dismissal)
The Book Fair will be held these days, too. Schedules will be coming out soon.
Monday, Nov 23, 2015, 01:00 PM
Holy Rosary School, South 30th Street, Tacoma, WA, United States
Parent-Teacher Conferences (Noon Dismissal)
The Book Fair will be held these days, too. Schedules will be coming out soon.
Tuesday, Nov 24, 2015, 01:00 PM
Holy Rosary School, South 30th Street, Tacoma, WA, United States
Holy Rosary Regional School/Juan Diego Academy
Email: office@hrrsjda.org
Website: www.hrrsjda.org
Location: 504 S 30th St, Tacoma, WA, United States
Phone: (253) 272-7012
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HolyRosaryTacoma