Placer Academy
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September 18, 2017
Still Becoming...
We held our first school assembly to honor our Still Becoming Students. Our k-5 winners showed true growth mindsets in all aspects of their academics: math, reading, spelling, and even showed they were still becoming good citizens. 
Jogathon:
Our annual Jogathon will take place this Friday, September 22! Funds raised at the Jogathon help to support classroom enrichment, STEM activities, technology needs, playground upgrades, field trip scholarships and so much more! If every student raises $50 in donations, we will exceed our goal of $15,000! Pledge forms should have gone home this week and are also attached to this email. Those can be turned in to the box at the K-5 campus or turned in to teachers at the Upper Academy. Checks can be made out to HRPA PTO. Donations can also be made via Paypal HERE. We are also looking for business sponsors! For a $200 donation, your business can be featured on our website! Email us for more information. Thank you for your support! If you are interested in helping with the Jogathon, either the day of the event of with planning, please email Cynthia at cynthiaaskew@surewest.net.
Physical Education:
Students are enjoying the new soccer field and their new PE class. Each student at HRPA receives 100 minutes of PE per week. They are loving the activity and the new collaboration games that they are learning. Message from the PE Teacher: Hi, we have had a great start to the new year with Physical Education and I wanted to pass along a few reminders. One being footwear, it is crucial so that the students can participate without injury. Please have the students wear sneakers or tennis shoes. No sandals, dress shoes or open toe shoes will be allowed. If a student wears these they will not be allowed to participate in all physical activities. There are some sandal type sneakers that will work but they are closed toe and have a rubber sole like a tennis shoe. Doctor note requirements for Physical Education: A parent note can excuse a student for one or two (use your best judgment) days (i.e, they have a cough, they hurt their foot, etc.). If it is for an extended period time (multiple weeks, trimester) then we need a doctor's note. Thank you, Mr. C
Little Red Riding Hood STEM Baskets:
Our first grade class practiced thinking outside the box by creating a basket to carry 50 cubes for 120 steps. They had strips of construction paper, tape, and a stapler at their disposal.
Upper Academy Science Projects:
Our Upper Academy students proudly presented their science projects. Here are a few samples. 
Box Top Contest!
It's time for our first Box Top collection contest! It's time to collect all those Box Tops you have been saving and trade them in for cash for our school! Gather your BoxTops up and send them in with your child by September 29. Any student who brings in BoxTops will be entered in a drawing for a Rita's gift card. There is a collection box in the office at the K-5 campus and Upper Academy students can turn them in to their teacher. So keep clipping those BoxTops and thank you as always for your support of our wonderful school.
Attendance:
We are asking all parents to help us ensure the regular, on-time attendance of their children at school. As we move into a 5-day per week schedule, we will be monitoring attendance closely because research has shown that regular attendance is vital for the success of children in school. Our goal is to have all children present in school every day and on time. Our school’s policy is that we may require verification of absences due to illness or quarantine, if your child has missed school for three consecutive days. If your student has a doctor's or dentist's appointment, please bring in a note when they return. Notes are not required for students out for less than three days, however, if you have one, we will be able to excuse the absence(s). We completely realize children get sick and do not need to go to the doctor every time. And we appreciate you not sending them when they are sick. No need to spread more germs. If your child is absent, please call our attendance line at (916) 259-1688 ext. 300 or email Tasha Raddigan at traddigan@harvestridgeschool.org to inform the school before 9:30 am. |
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Upcoming INCREDIBLE EventsSept 18 - School Day
Sept 19 - School Day STEAM (k-5), 3:00 pm Creative Writing (6-8), 3:15 pm Math (4-5), 3:00 pm Sept 20 - School Day Choir (3-5), 3:00 pm Music/Movement (k-2), 3:00 pm Creative Writing, (2-5), 3:00 pm Sept 21 - School Day Parkour (k-5), 3:00 pm Drama (6-8), 3:15 pm Sept 22 - Early Release Day Jogathon (k-8) STAR Nova (k-5), 12:30 pm Responsibilities (6-8), 12:45 pm Sept 25 - School Day Sept 26 - School Day STEAM (k-5), 3:00 pm Creative Writing (6-8), 3:15 pm Math (4-5), 3:00 pm Sept 27 - School Day Choir (3-5), 3:00 pm Music/Movement (k-2), 3:00 pm Creative Writing, (2-5), 3:00 pm Sept 28 - School Day Parkour (k-5), 3:00 pm Drama (6-8), 3:15 pm Sept 29 - Early Release Day STAR Nova (k-5), 12:30 pm Responsibilities (6-8), 12:45 pm "POW"-erful PTOSpirit Wear Shirts:
Spirit wear order time! Check out our first online spirit wear store HERE! Deadline for orders is Sunday, September 24. PTO Meeting: The next PTO meeting is on September 20 at 3:15 at the main campus. Please join us! Save the Date: Save the date for Friday, October 27 - Fall Festival time is almost here! If you're new to our school, the Fall Festival is a much-loved community event that brings families together to celebrate the season with their school friends. This year will have a little twist - a Trunk-or-Treat! Lots of fun planning is underway but we need more volunteers! If you're interested in helping with this fun event, please attend our Fall Festival Planning Meeting on Friday, September 8 at 12:10pm on the K-5 playground. This is an event you won't want to miss! Contact Us: Any questions? Contact us at hrpapto@harvestridgeschool.org. "SUPER" ResourcesSchool Start Time:
Primary Academy K-5: 8:10 am Upper Academy 6-8: 8:25 am End of School Time: Primary Academy K-5: Monday - Thursday, 3:00 pm K-5: Friday, 12:00 pm Upper Academy 6-8: Monday - Thursday, 3:15 pm 6-8: Friday, 12:15 pm 
Homework Help for Math:
We have found a wonderful resource that allows you to choose your student's grade level, the module they are working on, and the lesson number. Then, you can look at sample homework, video taped lessons, and other resources. This resource comes from Oakdale Joint Unified School District. Click HERE to utilize this awesome site! "Marvel"ous ArticlesWhy Mistakes Matter in Creating a Path for Learning:
"Most of us can remember a moment like this from our school years: the teacher poses a question – maybe it’s math, maybe history. You raise your hand, you give your answer with full assurance. And then? You’re shot down. You got it wrong. We remember moments like this because they brim with some of our least favorite emotions: shame, humiliation, self-recrimination, and that gutting sense that you want to melt into the floor. Ah yes, I remember it well. As it turns out, though, such moments are ripe with learning opportunity. Contrary to what many of us might guess, making a mistake with high confidence and then being corrected is one of the most powerful ways to absorb something and retain it." Click HERE to read more about why mistakes matter by Claudia Wallis. |
