Huffman Elementary News
September 14, 2020
The Huffman Commitment
We will work with every student, staff member, and family to develop and maintain a safe, welcoming, and inclusive learning community. We are committed to continuously improving our professional practices and take responsibility for the academic, social, and emotional growth of every student. We believe all people can grow in a positive direction.
Principal's Note
I hope you were able to enjoy the beautiful weekend. Fall is in the air. Please take a moment to review the news items below.
For this week's Family Feedback Survey, I've included a question about the possibility of students returning to the building during the second quarter. You may have heard our Superintendent discussing this possibility. Although a final decision has not been made and things could change as ASD weighs the current data and Risk Level Decision Criteria, we are beginning to review all of the necessary safety procedures and logistics and we will be prepared if and when students return to the building. Even though this is not a building level decision, I would appreciate hearing your perspective and questions.
Knowing families and people have strong and varying opinions on the topic, Huffman will work diligently to communicate proactively, transparently, and accurately. If you have questions or wonderings, please call or email. Please know I will be measured and intentional with my communication. If you hear or wonder about something shared in the community or on social media, I encourage you to check in with me directly. Misinformation spreads quickly. If I don't know the answer, I will do my best to track it down.
What I can guarantee is this; what we know today will be different in one week and what we know in one week will be different in one month. I know this makes planning ahead difficult for families and that changes in schedules are disruptive. Huffman will work hard to plan proactively, communicate accurately, and handle unexpected twists with grace.
All the best, Chris
Chris Opitz, principal
Virtual Running Club
K-2 Learning Packet Pick-Up this Thursday, 9/17
Gaggle - Online Security
ASD utilizes a software program called Gaggle, to help keep students safe and secure while working online within ASD’s learning platforms or on ASD devices. The software monitors content and flags any inappropriate or unsafe content for review. If your student’s content is flagged, we will reach out and work with you to ensure your student is safe and their content is appropriate.
Are you on the list to Pickup Library Books this week?
If you want to order books for next week, be sure to visit Mrs. Schroeder's Library Link on your student's Clever page.
Library Pick Up / Drop Off: Thursday, 9/17, from 4-6pm.
How are we doing?
Huffman Elementary School
Email: opitz_chris@asdk12.org
Website: https://www.asdk12.org/huffman
Location: Huffman Elementary School, Lorraine Street, Anchorage, AK, USA
Phone: 907-742-5650
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HuffmanElementary
Twitter: @principalopitz