We want to thank you for being actively involved in your child’s education. This final quarter of the year will be a busy one filled with learning, fun school activities, and end-of-the-year assessments. Please review the information below for important upcoming assessment dates. Also, encourage your child to do their best and always let them know how proud you are of them! By working together, we can make our students’ testing experience positive and successful!
- Ensure your child is well-rested
- Encourage your child to eat a healthy breakfast
- To avoid any test irregularities, cell phones must be put away
- Leave iWatches at home
CAASPP State Testing for Grades 3-6: The California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP) is designed to give information to teachers, students, and their families about what students know and are able to do. Please see this parent resource page about the assessment that all students in California will be taking. Parent Resource Page Are you interested in reviewing practice questions with your student? Practice and Training Site
CLICK HERE TO ACCESS END OF THE YEAR TESTING CALENDAR
Scholastic Book Fair
Get ready for a literary adventure! Our Scholastic Book Fair, hosted by our amazing PTA, is happening this week! This BOGO Book Fair is the perfect opportunity to stock up on books for your child’s summer reading adventures. For every book you buy, you get another one free! It’s a fantastic deal and a great way to foster a love for reading in your child. Plus, every purchase you make helps support our school and provides resources for our students and teachers. Click on the link below to set-up your ewallet and review all the details on the book fair.
BOGO (Buy One, Get One) Book Fair:
Date: April 22th -April 26th
Time: 8:15 am-9:00 am/ 2:55-3:00 pm
Location: Hedenkamp MPR
CHECK OUT THE DETAILS ON THE BOOK FAIR HERE
Volunteers Needed! Whether you can spare an hour or a day, your support is invaluable in creating a memorable and enjoyable experience for our students and families. Thank you for your continued support and dedication to our school community. Together, we can make this Book Fair a fantastic event for everyone! If you’re able to lend a helping hand, please sign up for a volunteer slot using the link below:
SIGN-UP TO VOLUNTEER AT OUR BOOK FAIR HERE
Last Day to Order Yearbook
This is truly the last call to purchase a yearbook for this school year. If you have been thinking about it, take the plunge and purchase a yearbook for your child today! The deadline is Monday, April 22, 2024.
CLICK HERE TO ORDER YEARBOOK
Behavior Focus of the Month
Kindness comes in many forms, whether it’s offering a helping hand to a classmate, saying a kind word to someone in need, or simply showing empathy and understanding towards others. By modeling kindness in our own interactions and encouraging our children to do the same, we can create a culture of compassion and empathy that extends beyond the walls of our school.
We invite you to partner with us in promoting kindness this month and beyond. Together, let’s make kindness a priority in our school community and empower our Huskies to make a positive difference in the world through their acts of kindness
Traffic Safety
As we strive to ensure the safety of all students during drop-off and pick-up times, we kindly remind you of the following guidelines:
- Patience and Pulling Forward: Please exercise patience and pull all the way forward in the drop-off zone before stopping to let your child out of the vehicle. This helps to keep the traffic flow moving smoothly and minimizes congestion in the area.
- No Double Parking: Double parking in the drop-off zone creates unnecessary hazards and delays for other parents and students. Please refrain from double parking and instead find a suitable parking spot if you need to exit your vehicle.
- Respect for Red, White, and Yellow Zones: Red, white, and yellow zones are designated for specific purposes and are not to be used for any unattended vehicles. Please adhere to these zone regulations to ensure the safety and efficiency of our drop-off area.
By following these guidelines, we can all work together to create a safer and more organized drop-off and pick-up experience for everyone. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.
SSC Meeting
We invite you to join us for our upcoming School Site Council meeting, scheduled for this Thursday, April 25 @ 3:45 pm in room 306. This meeting provides an opportunity for parents, staff, and community members to come together to discuss important issues related to Hedenkamp’s achievement plan. This week our topics will include the review and impact of our current budget expenditures and the upcoming 2024-2025 budget. Your input and participation are invaluable, so we hope to see you there!
Attendance Competition
Jump Back to Your Future now through May 28, 2024, for our district-wide student attendance competition. Students with daily attendance are automatically entered to win special prizes. Winners will be announced via our district social media platforms on May 31, 2024.
Spring Pictures Returned
Friendly reminder! Spring portrait orders or returns were due on March 15th. If you have not already, please return your order and/or any unpurchased photos to the school office as soon as possible. A portion of all orders placed will be donated back to our school! If you have any questions about your photo or ordering, please call Gerardy Photography at 760-747-2263.
School Librarian Month
April is School Librarian Month, a time to celebrate and appreciate the invaluable contributions of our school librarians in nurturing a love for reading and learning among our students. Throughout the month of April, our students have expressed their gratitude to our dedicated librarian, Mrs. Camarena’s hard work and commitment to Hedenkamp Community. She plays a vital role in fostering literacy, research skills, and a lifelong passion for reading. From recommending books that captivate young minds to providing resources for academic success, our librarian Mrs. Camarena goes above and beyond to support the love of literacy of every student. Check out all the highlights on Mrs. Camarena below.
Computers to Kids
The San Diego County Office of Education and Computers2Kids are hosting an event for families to purchase affordable computers on Saturday, May 4, 2024, from 9 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Granite Hills High School at 1719 E. Madison Avenue, El Cajon, CA 92019. (Drive Thru Event).
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