March Mission: Clean Water Project and Stuffed Animal Drive

Our High School Missions team is gearing up for a March break trip to the Philippines, where they plan to install a water filter in the village they’ll be visiting. To support this initiative, we’ve set up a bulletin board in front of the office featuring 600 cups of contaminated water. Each $10 donation will transform a dirty glass of water into a clean one. You can make $10 donations at the office or in the classrooms.

In addition, we aim to collect 150 hand-sized stuffed animals to distribute to the children during our trip. They can be either brand new or gently used. Feel free to contribute stuffed animals for donation by bringing them into the classrooms.

Thank you for joining forces with us on this meaningful endeavor!

Math Update

Today, students will take home a math booklet to get ready for the math quiz scheduled for Thursday.  Kindly ensure that they return their completed homework by Thursday. The quiz will focus on assessing their ability to count bills and coins up to $100.00, as well as making change for purchases within the same monetary range.

Field Trip Wednesday!!!

We are so excited to go on our field trip to Fly Over Canada, and the Port of Vancouver Discovery Center this Wednesday January 24th.

A few things to note:

  • We are leaving at 8:05am sharp so please be here by 7:55am. We will not wait for latecomers.
  • Students can wear casual or play clothes.
  • Please pack an easy to eat lunch with lots of snacks and a water bottle.
  • We plan to depart Vancouver by 1:30pm.  Depending on traffic conditions, we anticipate arriving back by the end of the school day.  Mrs. VanLeeuwen will update her blog if there are any delays.  You can access her blog through the MyHRA portal and by clicking on “Blogs” found the top of the page.

If you have any questions please email Mrs. VanLeeuwen at avanleeuwen@highroadacademy.com or myself at bmoisin@highroadacademy.com

Things to Note

Kindly keep in mind that students are expected to allocate time for homework on a weekly basis. This includes dedicating 20 minutes each night to reading, practicing times tables, and studying their Bible memory verses.

Tuesday, Jan. 23rd – Dessert Night at 7:00pm (purchased ticket required)

Wednesday, Jan. 24th – Field Trip Day to Vancouver

Monday, Jan. 29th – No School (Pro-D Day)

Make sure to seize the opportunity to support the Philippines Mission Trip by placing an order for a Hot Dog Lunch via Munch-a-Lunch, along with any delectable pizza or other culinary delights offered by our foods class.

Happy New Year!

Tomorrow is set to be a delightful Cozy Casual Day – hooray! Our students have earned this special day by successfully reaching our Highroad Helps goal. A heartfelt thank you goes out to everyone who contributed through generous food and monetary donations.

Yesterday, a field trip form was sent home. We are delighted to announce a captivating field trip scheduled for January 24. Kindly sign the form and promptly return it to the school.

I hope you had a wonderful and restful break.

Warmest Wishes for a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

I find myself overwhelmed with gratitude for the incredible generosity and kindness that you have bestowed upon me.  Your thoughtful gifts and heartfelt Christmas wishes have truly touched my heart.  I extend my deepest thanks to each and every one of you.

As the festive season unfolds, I wanted to take a moment to wish you a Merry Christmas filled with joy and happiness. May the holiday season bring you warmth, laughter, and cherished moments with your loved ones.

Looking ahead to the New Year, may it be a time of spiritual growth, renewed hope, and divine guidance. May God’s grace accompany you on every step of your journey, bringing blessings, prosperity, and fulfillment of your heart’s desires.

Wishing you a joyous Christmas and a New Year infused with God’s wisdom and love!

See you all on January 8th.

4 Days of Christmas Fun!

Monday – We will embark on an exciting journey with Minute-to-Win-It Challenges, where every minute counts in our thrilling games.

TuesdayBoard Games and Cookie Decorating Party.  A fantastic group of parents is generously baking and preparing icing for us to embellish delicious cookies. Some of them will also be joining us to assist in setting up, coordinating, and ensuring a smooth cleanup for this enjoyable activity.

WednesdayCelebration and Film Extravaganza! Students are invited to contribute a delightful treat to share with their peers (by popular demand). Beverages are permitted, but kindly ensure there is plenty for all 24 students, and opt for items like juice boxes or canned drinks to avoid the need for additional cups.

Each student will have the joy of unwrapping a carefully chosen gift in our Secret Santa activity. A heartfelt thank you goes to all the parents who contributed to making this festive experience possible. The delightful buzz in the room as each present is opened is out of this world!

We’ll be attending the dress rehearsal for the concert featuring students from Kindergarten to grade 3.

Thursday – School will be dismissed right after the primary concert which should be around 10:30 am.

December 18th-20thFinal Days for Highroad Helps Participation! Let’s give it our all in these remaining days to achieve our target of 1,000 items. Success will grant us a well-deserved cozy casual day when we reconvene in January!

December 18th-20th – Embrace the Festive Spirit! Students are encouraged to showcase their holiday cheer by donning festive sweaters, hats, socks, and more.

Concert Tomorrow!

Tomorrow marks the much-anticipated Christmas concert for students in grades 4-12. The festive festivities are set to commence, with doors graciously opening at 1:00 pm, followed by the enchanting performance kicking off at 1:30 pm.

For our delightful Grade 4-6 students, the attire is nothing short of merry and bright—choose between an Ugly Christmas sweater, a Regular Christmas sweater, or a Christmas Caroler attire.

We look forward to sharing the joy of the season with each and every one of you. See you there!

 

Science Quiz Tomorrow

Your child will be bringing home study cards today, which we created in class to help prepare for the upcoming quiz tomorrow.

The study cards contain key information and concepts that we have covered in class, and they are designed to assist your child in reviewing the material before the quiz.

Please take a moment to review the study cards with your child and encourage them to dedicate some time to focused studying. This will not only help them perform better on the quiz but also instill good study habits for the future.

Thank you for your cooperation, and best of luck to your child on their quiz!