The PTA 20th Anniversary Masquerade Dance on Friday night was a success! It was amazing to see all our families dressed up in their masks and formal attire to dance the night away. We would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to all the families who joined us for our spectacular 20th Anniversary Masquerade Ball. Your presence and participation made the evening truly magical, and we are grateful for your continued support of our school community. A special shout-out goes to our dedicated PTA and volunteers for their outstanding efforts in planning and executing this memorable event.
We are thrilled to announce that our silent auction is still open, offering fantastic items and experiences for bidding. Don’t miss this opportunity to support our school and win some incredible prizes! Thank you once again for making our anniversary celebration a resounding success. We are so fortunate to have such wonderful opportunities for our students.
CLICK HERE TO BID ON OUR SILENT AUCTION ITEMS
End of the Year Testing
End-of-year state (CAASPP) and district (Local Measures) testing begins April 15th through the end of the school year. Children do their best when they get a good night’s sleep, eat a healthy breakfast, and arrive to school on time (8:45).
We are providing the testing calendar below. Please review the testing schedule to make sure your child does not have any scheduled appointments, or family trips during this time. You can reach out to your child’s teacher for more details on individual schedules.
CLICK HERE TO ACCESS END OF THE YEAR TESTING CALENDAR
Month of the Military Child Honored
This week we will be honoring our military students and families with a spirit day each day. Show us your support by participating in the day, thank you for your service to our country!
In addition this Friday, we will have another opportunity to honor our military students by having a popsicle right after-school, we will even have few military service coming to help with the event. This is a change to the initially planned Family BBQ.
We are honored to celebrate our military students at Hedenkamp.
Are You Returning to Hedenkamp for the 2024-25 School Year?
As new registrations are underway and we start to look at the upcoming 2024-25 school year, please help us plan for next year by filling out this short survey if you ARE NOT planning to return to Hedenkamp for the next school year. Thank you for taking the time to complete the brief survey!
PLEASE DO NOT SUBMIT THIS FORM UNLESS YOU ARE MOVING OUT OF THE AREA OR INTO ANOTHER SCHOOL BOUNDARY—BY COMPLETING THIS FORM YOUR CHILD WILL NOT BE ADDED TO A CLASS LIST NEXT YEAR!
CLICK HERE IF YOU ARE NOT RETURNING TO HEDENKAMP FOR THE 2024-25 SCHOOL YEAR
Behavior Focus of the Month
Throughout the month of April, our teachers and staff will be emphasizing the importance of kindness in both words and actions. At Hedenkamp, we believe in the power of kindness to create a positive and inclusive school community where every student feels valued, respected, and supported.
We encourage you to join us in fostering a culture of kindness at home by reinforcing the following principles with your child:
- Be Kind: Encourage your child to demonstrate kindness through their words and actions, both in school and in their interactions with others outside of school.
- Show Empathy: Help your child develop empathy by teaching them to understand and consider the feelings of others, and encouraging them to act with compassion and understanding.
- Practice Gratitude: Cultivate a spirit of gratitude by encouraging your child to appreciate the kindnesses shown to them and to express gratitude for the people and things in their lives.
- Lead by Example: Model kindness in your own interactions with others, and demonstrate the importance of treating everyone with respect, kindness, and compassion.
Together, let’s make kindness a priority in our school community and beyond. By working together to instill kindness in our children, we can create a brighter and more compassionate future for all. Thank you for your continued support and partnership in nurturing the social and emotional development of our students.
Arrival/Dismissal Traffic
Recently there has been an increase in the number of unattended vehicles in our red fire lanes and unloading zone around campus. Please remember you may only park in the designated parking areas in the front and the back of the school. If there is an orange cone in the designated area, you may not park there.
Also, ensuring you pull all the way forward in the drop-off and pick-up zones, also helps maintain the flow of traffic. We ask for your patience and kindness when being reminded of traffic expectations. It is important to plan for a few extra minutes to accommodate the over 900 students participating in arrival and dismissal. Thank you to all our families who regularly follow our traffic patterns and for keeping all our Huskies safe!
Incoming Kinder Dual Immersion Informational Meeting this Week
Just a friendly reminder that our incoming TK/Kinder Dual Immersion Parent Meeting is scheduled for this Wednesday. This is a fantastic opportunity to learn more about our Dual Immersion program and how it can benefit your child’s education. It is a time to meet our Dual Immersion staff and answer questions about the program. We look forward to seeing you there!
Yearbook Sales End April 22nd
The deadline to preorder your yearbook is fast approaching on April 22, 2023. Don’t miss out on capturing your child’s memories for this school year and order one today! You can preorder your yearbook at the following website:
https://shop.yearbookmarket.com/hedenkampelementaryschool
PTA General Association Meeting with Elections
Attention all PTA members, please join us for the next Hedenkamp PTA General Association (virtual or in-person) meeting scheduled for Thursday, April 18th at 6PM. We will be posting it Class Dojo later this week. We will be voting for our new incoming executive PTA board for the 2024-25 school year, we look forward to seeing everyone on Thursday night!
Scholastic Book Fair
Get ready for a week of literary excitement! Our Scholastic BOGO (Buy One, Get One) Book Fair is coming to Hedenkamp from April 22nd to April 26th. This is a fantastic opportunity to stock up on books for your child while supporting our school.
We are also in need of volunteers to help make this event a success. If you’re interested in lending a hand, please click on the link to sign up. Let’s make this book fair a memorable and enriching experience for our students! Every moment you share helps craft unforgettable experiences. Whether it’s an hour or a day, your time has the power to make these events truly special. Be part of making memories that last—volunteer with us! 🌟✨SIGN UP HERE:
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