Heritage Christian Academy August 25 Back to School Night August 28 School Begins K-12 ½ day HCA Board Meeting, 7:00pm September 6 Pre-K Begins September 11 Culver s Night Calendar WEDNESDAY EARLY DISMISSAL PLEASE NOTE THAT SCHOOL WILL BE DISMISSED AT 2:00PM ON WEDNESDAYS. HCA Summer Hours Monday Thursday 8:00 am 12:00 Noon Closed Fridays August 2017 New Family Dinner Are you new to HCA this year? If so, we would like to invite your family to a welcome dinner and a brief meeting from 5-6 pm on Friday, August 25th. Directly after that dinner meeting, plan to join all of our HCA families for the Back-to-School Night Open House and Ice Cream Social from 6-7:30 pm. Please RSVP to Cherie in the office at 372-1400 if you plan to join us for dinner. A New Look for Back-to-School Night! This year we re trying something new for Back-to-School Night. There will be no formal meeting in the gym as in previous years. Communication about any necessary items will be in written form and can be picked up at the front entrance that evening. Please be sure to check in when you get here so that you don t miss out on that important information. Then, have fun re-connecting with other HCA families while enjoying some ice cream, visiting with teachers, and dropping off school supplies. We hope you ll be able to join us on Friday, August 25th from 6-7:30 pm! Praising God for New Faculty/Staff We are praising the Lord for the staff that He has provided this summer to fill some of the open spots for the fall: o MaryBeth Allen - Elementary Music & Band o Leslie Grubbs - Secondary Choral Music o Lindsey Cyr - Secondary Math/Science o Bruce Esterline Secondary Math We are still in need of a Secondary Math/Science Teacher, First Grade Maternity Leave Substitute and Aftercare Staff. Please pray with us that the Lord would reveal His people for these openings.
Praising God for New Families/Students We are praising the Lord for the 19 new families (40 students) that He has brought our way this summer so far! Our enrollment is currently at 208. In recent years, we ve seen quite a few more students enroll in August. We re praying that the Lord will do the same this year, helping us to get to at least 230 students. Help us spread the word about HCA to your friends and family as we strive to fully equip students to impact the world for Christ! Going Digital In an effort to be good stewards of HCA s resources, all newsletters and other flyers will no longer be sent home in paper form. The Eagle Tracker, which includes the current newsletter and all of the information that you need to know for that particular week, will continue to come to you in the form of a weekly email once the school year begins. You can also access the Eagle Tracker through our website at www.hcaeagles.org Please note - We will continue to use the family envelope system for permission slips and other interactive documents. Please let us know if you are not receiving the Eagle Tracker emails, as this email is also used for school closings or emergencies and other important notifications. Apologetics Conference Please join us September 8-9 at Lighthouse Community Church for Deeper Roots, a conference to deepen faith through understanding, equip believers to share that faith, and connect believers to one another. Speakers include Dr. Tim McGrew and J. Warner Wallace. Cost is $39; register at defendersmedia.com. Use the promo code "GROW" at registration for a 25% discount. Teacher of the Year Congratulations, Mr. Beck, for being selected as the 2017 Michigan Council for History Education s James McConnell High School Teacher of the Year! He will present a lesson and receive his award in Grand Rapids in October. Garage Sale Donation We d like to give a big thanks to the Gibbons Family for having a garage sale at the beginning of the summer and donating all of the proceeds to HCA s Learning Lab. What a blessing! Terra Nova Testing Although we have never had issues with this before, ACSI is continuing to run into roadblocks in getting us our test results, due to the use of a new processor this year. Here s the latest from ACSI: At the present time, the most current information we have received is that paper reports will begin to be processed, at the earliest, the week of August 14. And if we are notified that reports will again be delayed, we will keep you informed immediately. We are sorry, and appreciate your patience and understanding. We will get the test results to you as soon as they come in. Souled Out Leader Needed Please contact the office if you or somebody you know is interested in mentoring young men through our Souled Out program. This ministry requires only a two hour commitment on Wednesday afternoons throughout the school year, but offers great rewards in Heaven!
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Heritage Christian Academy 6312 Quail Run Drive Kalamazoo, MI 49009 269.372.1400 269.372.6018 (fax) August 7, 2017 Dear Parents and Secondary Students, It is almost time for school to start. August 28th is our first day! Therefore it is time to confirm the course schedule that most of you established last spring. To see your schedule as it currently stands, you may log into Chalkable (formerly INOW) and select the 2017-2018 school year and then click on schedule. Please take note of the following: Thank You, 1. You may make a change by sending an e-mail request to rhadley@hcaeagles.org. Please include the course and hour you would like to drop and the course and hour you would like to add. You will be notified of the approval and change as soon as possible. 2. If you are a 7th grade parent or student you will note that you have not yet been assigned a 7th hour elective. You may choose between band, art, choir, yearbook or study hall. Just drop me an e-mail specifying your choice. 3. If you are a new family and do not have Chalkable (formerly INOW) log-ins yet (you will get that first week of school), or you're having trouble viewing your schedule online, just drop me an e-mail and I will send you a copy by e-mail. 4. Schedule changes can be made up to the end of the first week of school. Randal Hadley HCA Administrator
on 9th St 5pm - 8pm Dine In or Drive In Join us for DINNEr! Sept 11, 2017 (Monday) Get dinner & Culver s gives to Heritage Christian Academy - Fine Arts Fundraiser -
Heritage Christian Academy PK 6 th Grade Dress Code Guiding Principles Heritage Christian Academy s dress code is intended to give a concrete, practical witness to the school s commitment to fulfill its stated aims to honor God. Our goal is to provide a learning environment where all students can concentrate and focus easily without being distracted by dress. Do you not know that your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own; you were bought at a price. Therefore honor God with your bodies. 1 Corinthians 6:19-20 (NIV) A. The emphasis at HCA is on modesty, neatness, and appropriateness. B. Parents are expected to help their child follow the dress code to the best of their ability. C. Students must adhere to the dress code at school functions when appropriate (ie. concerts, etc). Exceptions may be given for athletic games/practices, and formal events. These exceptions will be communicated to the appropriate students/parents before such events and enforced by administration. The following specifications and interpretations ensure that the Guiding Principles are met: Modesty 1. Pants/shorts: Boys and girls may wear shorts no shorter than the length of their longest finger when standing with their arms relaxed at their sides. Girls may wear leggings provided that their top remains untucked and is no shorter than the length of their longest finger when standing with their arms relaxed at their sides. 2. Tops: Girls may wear sleeveless shirts provided that the fabric at the shoulder is at least three fingertips in width. Tank tops are not permitted. Boys are not permitted to wear sleeveless shirts. 3. Dresses/Skirts: Girls may wear dresses/skirts provided that the hem falls to the top of the knee. 4. No visible undergarments at any time. Neatness 1. Size appropriate clothing is expected at all times. 2. No holes/shredding in clothing or frayed hems. Appropriateness 1. Athletic shorts/pants are not permitted. 2. Students must wear a closed- toe shoe with (at least) a back strap. 3. No hats or hoods are to be worn in the building during normal school hours. 4. Coats and jackets intended for warmth/outdoor use must be removed during the normal school day unless necessary for outdoor activity. 5. Clothing may have writing and graphics, provided there is no derogatory or double meaning words or phrases and no advertising that is in conflict with the standards of our school. 6. Industrial piercings, plugs, gauges, barbells, tattoos, facial piercings are not permitted. Personal Grooming 1. Boys and Girls: Hair must not be a distracting color. 2. Boys: Hair must be styled to remain above the eyebrows and base of neck, and to always remain out of the eyes and face; hair may not extend past the bottom of the ear. Ponytails and buns are not permitted. Earrings are not permitted. (January 2017)
Heritage Christian Academy 7 th -12 th Grade Dress Code Guiding Principles Heritage Christian Academy s dress code is intended to give a concrete, practical witness to the school s commitment to fulfill its stated aims to honor God. Our goal is to provide a learning environment where all students can concentrate and focus easily without being distracted by dress. Do you not know that your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own; you were bought at a price. Therefore honor God with your bodies. 1 Corinthians 6:19-20 (NIV) A. The emphasis at HCA is on modesty, neatness, and appropriateness. B. Parents are expected to help their child follow the dress code to the best of their ability. C. Students must adhere to the dress code at school functions when appropriate (ie. Concerts, etc). Exceptions may be given for athletic games/practices, and formal events. These exceptions will be communicated to the appropriate students/parents before such events and enforced by administration. The following specifications and interpretations ensure that the Guiding Principles are met: Modesty 1. No visible undergarments at any time. 2. Pants/shorts: Boys and girls may wear shorts that are no shorter than knee length. 3. Tops: Boys and girls may wear slim fitting garments, but not tight or form fitting. Girls tops should completely cover cleavage including when bending over. Girls may wear sleeveless shirts with a finished edge provided that the fabric at the shoulder is at least three fingertips in width. Tank tops are not permitted. Boys are not permitted to wear sleeveless shirts. 4. Dresses/Skirts: Girls may wear dresses/skirts provided that the hem falls to the top of the knee. Neatness 1. Size appropriate clothing is expected at all times. 2. No holes/shredding in clothing or frayed hems. Appropriateness 1. Footwear must be worn at all times. 2. Athletic shorts/pants are not permitted. 3. No hats or hoods are to be worn in the building during normal school hours. 4. Coats and jackets intended for warmth/outdoor use must be removed during the normal school day unless necessary for outdoor activity. 5. Clothing may have writing and graphics, provided there is no derogatory or double meaning words or phrases and no advertising that is in conflict with the standards of our school. 6. Industrial piercings, plugs, gauges, barbells, tattoos, and facial piercings are not permitted. Personal Grooming 1. Boys and Girls: Hair must not be a distracting color. 2. Boys: Facial hair is not permitted. Hair must be styled to remain above the eyebrows and base of neck, and to always remain out of the eyes and face; sideburns and hair may not extend past the bottom of the ear. Ponytails and buns are not permitted. Earrings are not permitted. (January 2017)
PRE-KINDERGARTEN 1 watercolor paint set 1 bendable 3-ring binder (any color) 1 box of triangular crayons 1 pair of scissors 3 glue sticks 1 pkg. construction paper 1 plastic pocket folder with bottom pockets 1 paint shirt 10 dollar store items 1 non-disposable water bottle 1 roll of paper towels 1 change of clothes (in case of accidents) Backpack KINDERGARTEN 1 pair scissors* 1 box 8-count triangle shape crayons 1 box 24-count regular crayons 2 (2-pocket) plastic folders* 1 Bible* Red construction paper (Kilian) Black construction paper (Strahan) Large bag of Skittles (Kilian) or Starburst (Strahan) 2 boxes of Kleenex 3 prize box items (Dollar Store) 1 box plastic spoons (for lunchroom) 1 paint shirt* 1 backpack large enough for folder and lunchbox Complete change of clothing: shirt, pants, underwear, socks* in large Ziploc bag with name clearly marked (will be kept in classroom storage in case of emergencies) FIRST GRADE 12 pencils, sharpened 2 pencil erasers (2'' rubber) 1 box crayons, (24 colors)* 2 glue sticks 1 binder with pockets for Spelling 1 box of Kleenex 1 box of washable markers* 4 2-pocket folders with bottom pockets* 1 Bible* 2 wide-rule one-subject spiral notebook 1 12 ruler with customary and metric markings* 10 prize box items (Dollar Store) 4 antibacterial wipes 1 paint shirt* 1 non-spill water bottle* Large bag of Skittles Large bag of Starbursts 1 plastic pencil box (with enough room for pencils and crayons)* 1 pair of scissors* 3 dry erase markers 1 clean sock (for erasing whiteboards) 1 box of bandaids 1 box plastic forks (for lunchroom) SECOND GRADE Bible* 24 regular #2 pencils sharpened 2 rubber pink erasers* 2 boxes of 24 Crayola crayons* (one box for after Christmas) 1 box skinny Crayola markers* Scissors* 1 yellow highlighter HCA STUDENT SUPPLY LISTS 2017-2018 *Please label with student s name 1 red pen Ruler* (with inch & cm/mm markings) 3 dry erase markers (any color) Standard size plastic pencil box* 3 glue sticks 1 box of plastic spoons (for lunchroom) 3 boxes of Kleenex (one for Music) 1 wide-ruled Composition Notebook (not spiral) 3 poly/plastic, 2 pocket folders (NO center prongs) 1 green, 1 red, 1 yellow labeled Spanish 1'' binder with pockets for Spelling 1 water colors paint set 2 bags candy Starburst, Skittles 1 box standard size bandaids Leak-proof water bottle THIRD GRADE 1 white sock (old but clean) 12 sharpened pencils, #2 1 eraser 1 pair scissors 1 box each crayons and colored pencils 1 box colored markers 1 glue stick or 1 bottle Elmer s glue-all 1 manual pencil sharpener 2 plain 2-pocket folders with bottom pockets 1 Bible* 1 12 ruler with customary and metric markings 2 pkg. notebook paper (200 sheets, NO college rule) 2 large boxes of Kleenex (one for Music) 1 roll of paper towel 1 pkg. white board markers 1 wide-rule one-subject spiral notebook 1 bag of wrapped candy 1 highlighter (any color) 1 box plastic forks (for lunchroom) 1 pkg 3x5 lined index cards 1 pair of gym shoes 1 binder with pockets for Spelling Command Strips FOURTH GRADE 1 pkg. notebook paper (wide rule) 12 sharpened pencils, #2 1 manual pencil sharpener 1 pair scissors 1 box crayons 1 box colored pencils 1 glue stick or bottle of glue 2 plain 2-pocket folders with bottom pockets 1 pkg. plain 3x5 index cards no lines Bible with concordance* 1 red pencil or pen 1 12 ruler with customary and metric markings 1 highlighter 1 scotch tape 1 pkg. of big stickers 2 large boxes of Kleenex (one for Music) 1 roll of paper towel 1 three-ring binder 1 pkg dry erase markers 1 old sock 1 bag wrapped candy 2 prize box items (Dollar Store) 1 eraser 1 box plastic spoons (for lunchroom) 1 binder with pockets for Spelling
FIFTH GRADE 12 sharpened pencils, #2 2 pens, blue or black ink 1-2" rubber pencil eraser 1 highlighter 1 box crayons or colored pencils 1 glue stick 1 Bible with concordance* 1 12 ruler with customary and metric markings 2 pkg. notebook paper (200 sheets, NO college rule) 1 manual pencil sharpener 1 pair scissors 1 scotch tape 2 pkg. stickers 2 large boxes of Kleenex (one for Music) 1 pkg. 3 x 5 note cards 1 box plastic forks (for lunchroom) 1 simple pocket folder 1 binder for Spelling SIXTH GRADE 12 pencils, #2 Pens, blue or black ink 2 red pens 1 highlighter 2 pkg. lined index cards 1 Bible* (NIV) 1 12 ruler with customary and metric markings 2 pkg. notebook paper (200 sheets, NO college rule) 1 Scotch tape 1 pair scissors 2 large boxes of Kleenex (one for Music) 2 wide-rule one-subject spiral notebooks 1 black & white Composition notebook 1 roll paper towel 1 white sock, old but clean Non-scientific calculator (dollar store or such) Math compass and protractor (second semester) good ones, not those cheap plastic ones that don t last 1 two-pocket folder for homework Command strips (not hooks) 1 box plastic spoons (for lunchroom) 1 bag wrapped candy $12 Science lab, cleaning and marker fee ¾ binder with pockets for Spelling Headphones (to be kept at school) MIDDLE SCHOOL Bible* (translation, not paraprhase) Bible journal (7th grade) Graphing calculator (Ti-83 or Ti-84; a simple one will not work) 1 (black & white) Composition Book for Math notes Six 2-pocket folders 5 spiral notebooks (1 Math, 2 Alderman, 1 Science, 1-8th gr Bible) Colored pencils 2 Boxes of pencils Red pen Protractor (7th grade math) Highlighter Rubber pencil eraser 1 pack Expo dry erase markers White board marker to keep in backpack White board eraser or old clean white sock 1 pkg 3x5 index cards 1 box plastic forks (for lunchroom) 1 box of Kleenex 1 roll of paper towel Disinfectant wipes Middle School Music 1 pkg small Dixie cups 2 Pencils 1 Black 3-ring Binder Middle School Computer 1 ream copy paper Flash drive Earphones Kleenex HIGH SCHOOL Bible* 1 box plastic spoons 9 th & 10 th (for lunchroom 1 box plastic forks 11 th & 12 th (for lunchroom) All Science Classes: Spiral notebook for notes; Removable lined paper for homework (that can be turned in); Red pen for corrections; Pencil Basic Science: See list for all classes; Three ring notebook (1 ½ -2") for your science books (they are three-hole punched); Composition notebook; Scientific calculator (does not need to be a graphing calculator; math calculator will work); Metric ruler Biology: See list for all classes; Composition notebook for reading notes; Box of gloves for dissections; Colored pencils; Metric ruler Chemistry: See list for all classes; Scientific calculator (does not need to be a graphing calculator; math one will work) Physics: See list for all classes; Scientific calculator (does not need to be a graphing calculator; math calculator will work); Metric ruler English 3x5 note cards Spiral notebook with 2 sections 1 package wide ruled loose-leaf paper Red pen Pencils Highlighter Kleenex Math Supplies All Classes 1 graphing/scientific calculator OR 8 new AAA batteries (Ti-83 or Ti-84; a simple one will not work) 1 box of pencils 1 rubber eraser 1 package of 3x5 cards 1 highlighter 1 red pen 1 dry erase marker (for backpack) 1 whiteboard eraser or old clean white sock 1 package Expo dry erase markers 1 box of Kleenex Disinfectant wipes Math Supplies for Algebra 2 & Consumer Math 1 black & white Composition Book for Math notes 1 notebook of lined paper Math Supplies for Algebra 1, Geometry & Pre-Calculus 3 notebooks of lined paper Graphing paper History Kleenex Plug-in air freshener Computer 1 ream copy paper Flash drive Kleenex Earphones or earbuds Choir 1 pkg. cough drops or Vitamin C drops (9 th & 10 th grades) 1 box Kleenex (11 th & 12 th grades) 2 pencils 1 Black 3-ring Binder Spanish 3 ring binder Index cards