Math Mayhem

Our grade 10-12 students have been planning a special evening of math fun and games.  All highroad students in grade k-8 are invited.  Students must bring a supervising parent along.  The event will take place between 6:30 and 8:00.  If it’s not too late for your Kindie student, we’d love to see you there!

Class Photo Day

Class photos will take place on March 6th. The plan is to have the photos outside on the basketball court with Mount Cheam in the background.  Please dress your child in either their uniform hoodie or cardigan as it might be chilly.

Thanks!

A Message from Mrs. Goosen

Dear Parents or Guardians,

 

We sincerely apologize for the late notice. As enrollment for the 2024/2025 school year is currently underway, we find it necessary to allocate time for assessing next year’s kindergarten students. Although this has not been included in our school calendar, it is essential for our teachers, Mrs. Larsson and Mrs. Morris, to spend a day with the new kindergarten applicants.

 

On Friday, March 1st, there will be no school for our current kindergarten students. If possible, we kindly request that you keep your child at home on that day. We understand that this may pose challenges for some families, and we are prepared to provide care for your child if needed.

 

Please contact the office by Friday, February 23rd if you plan on sending your child on March 1st.

 

We genuinely appreciate your understanding and cooperation in this matter.

 

Sincerely,

Pamela Goosen

Elementary Department Coordinator

100 Day Details

Wow!  Today was our 87th day of Kindergarten.  We are getting very excited because soon it will be time for our 100 Day Celebration!  It will take place on Monday, February 26th.  Here are a few important details regarding this special day:

DRESSING UP

What will I look like when I am 100?  That is the question for the children to answer.  We are dressing up to show what we think we will look like when we are 100!  There are lots of ideas online if you are looking for some inspiration.

100 DAY TRAIL MIX

Students will be counting out 10 of each of the following 10 items to create a 100 piece trail mix.  If you can sign up for one of the following items to bring to class by February 16th that would be great.  Please let me know by email (dmorris@highroadacademy.com).  I will edit the list as we go along so check back to see what is still needed.

Trail Mix Ingredients:

fruit loops – Madlynn

chocolate chips – Nixon

pretzel sticks – Roman

m&m’s – Milo

gummy bears – Avery and Kenna

popped popcorn – Alex

mini marshmallows – Cherise

corn pop cereal – Mayleigh

skittles – Jean Luc

fishy crackers – Benjamin

100 DAY COLLECTION

On 100 day I am asking each child to bring in a collection of 100 small objects to show the class.  Please watch your child’s folder next week for more information.  Please send your 100 collection to school by Thursday, February 22


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Clean Water

Today we had a special chapel to learn about the missions trip to the Philippines.  We learned that the team will be helping provide clean water to a remote village.  In order to do that, they need to install a water filter.

Our school is raising money for the filter.  A $10 donation provides one cup of clean water on our donation bulletin board (across from our classroom).  Are you able to help with that?

If you would like to purchase a cup of water, money can be turned in at the office and you will receive a blue clean cup of water to put your name (or your child’s name) on and then replace a dirty cup on the board with your clean cup.

We are also collecting small, hand-sized stuffies so the team can bless the children there with some cuddly toys.  If your kiddo has some extra stuffies kicking around that are in good shape and they are willing to donate, please feel free to send those in.  Stuffies can also be purchased if you would like to provide new ones. Please keep in mind that these are small, hand-sized stuffies.  Thanks!

February Dates

February already?

Please make note of the following important dates:

Wednesday, February 14 – Valentine Colours Day (red, pink, and white)

Friday, February 16 – Pro D Day (no school for students)

Monday, February 19 – Family Day (no school for students)

Thursday, February 22 – Pink Shirt Day

Monday, February 26 – 100 Day Celebration

A Message from Mrs. Shinness (our music teacher)

Hello Parents!

 

We are looking forward to our spring concert and this year instead of our usual “Spring Showcase” the Kindergarten – Grade 3 classes will be performing “The Music Machine” on Monday, May 13 at 6:30pm.

 

We are asking that students wear jeans or uniform pants, sneakers, and a short sleeved t-shirt in a solid colour of your choosing, with no printing on the front (shirts may be turned inside out to hide printing if needed).

 

On February 5th and 7th, the children will be video recording some dialogue with the Conductor, played by Mrs. Shinness in our studio.  We are asking that all students please bring a solid-colour t-shirt with no printing on the front.  They can change into the t-shirt before heading to the studio.

 

The following classes will be recorded on the following days:

Feb 5th: Kindergarten (Mrs. Morris), Grade 2 (Mrs. Ellis), Grade 3 (Miss Rast) and Grade 3 (Mrs. VanLeeuwen)

Feb 7th:  Kindergarten (Mrs. Larsson), Grade 1 (Mrs. Folkerts), Grade ½ (Miss Evans)

 

Please make sure your child brings their shirt on the day they will be recorded.

 

At the bottom of this message is a link to a copy of the entire musical.  We have adapted the dialogue portion for groups of children instead of the Stevie and Nancy characters. Your children will enjoy hearing their music at home, and it will help them prepare for the performance.

 

We are also in need of assistance from any willing parents who would love to create some props.  We need 2 large snail costumes.  If you would like to help, please contact Alynne Shinness (ashinness@highroadacademy.com) or Angela Kennedy (akennedy@highroadacademy.com)

 

The Music Machine