When learners are actively engaged… there is no other option but academic success. #StHelenaWINNING
We are doing whatever it takes to keep our kids safe while at school. Please help us by checking your child's school bag before they leave home in the mornings.
Thank you, principals!
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Food distribution announced!
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Dear Parents and Guardians of St. Helena College and Career Academy,
In light of the impending storm, we will be dismissing school early today at 2:30 PM. To ensure everyone's safety, there will be no school on Wednesday, September 11th.
For those students who were present today, assignment packets have been sent home. On Thursday, September 12th, we will transition to a virtual learning day. Students will be expected to complete their assignments and participate in Teams meetings from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM for direct instruction.
We plan to resume in-person classes on Friday, September 13th. However, we understand that the storm may affect families in different ways, and some students may face challenges with participation due to evacuations, power outages, or storm damage. Please know that while we expect students to engage in virtual learning, we will be flexible and understanding of each family's situation.
Your safety and well-being are our top priority. Thank you for your cooperation and stay safe.
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September is Attendance Awareness Month! Addressing chronic absence is a key component of improving graduation rates, increasing academic achievement and giving young people the best chance at success in their adult life.
🚨 Attention St. Helena Band Parents, Family, and Community Supporters:
We are excited to announce our annual Hydration Drive for the St. Helena High School Marching Band! As we prepare for the upcoming season, we’re asking for donations of water, Gatorade, and/or Powerade to keep our students hydrated during our rigorous practices and performances in this extreme heat.
Your contributions are vital to ensuring our marching band can perform at their best while maintaining their health. Donations can be dropped off anytime during the day or after band practice at the band hall.
Thank you for your continued support and generosity. Together, we can help our band soar to new heights! 🖤💛
#StHelenaWinning
ATTENTION: This morning, a potential threat on campus was reported by one of our learners at the start of the school day. Upon receiving the report, we took immediate and decisive action to secure all learners in their classrooms, minimizing movement across the campus. The School Resource Officer promptly contacted local authorities, who are now actively addressing the situation. The current security measures will remain in place until we are assured that the issue is fully resolved and the safety of our learners and staff is guaranteed.
We are closely collaborating with the St. Helena Sheriff’s Office and will provide updates as the situation progresses. We are grateful for the high level of security we have on campus daily, which allowed for a swift and effective response. Please rest assured that we are taking every possible step to ensure a safe environment for your children.
10:32am UPDATE: The local authorities are still doing a thorough sweep of the school campus and surrounding area. So far, nothing has been found. Learners will move to their next period class.
11:45am UPDATE: The local authorities did not find any weapons on campus or the surrounding area. School is now back to normal operations.
Parents, please be aware that we take all reports and potential threats seriously. We, along with our SRO and local authorities will do whatever is necessary to ensure the safety of everyone on campus.
ATTENTION: This morning, a potential threat on campus was reported by one of our learners at the start of the school day. Upon receiving the report, we took immediate and decisive action to secure all learners in their classrooms, minimizing movement across the campus. The School Resource Officer promptly contacted local authorities, who are now actively addressing the situation. The current security measures will remain in place until we are assured that the issue is fully resolved and the safety of our learners and staff is guaranteed.
We are closely collaborating with the St. Helena Sheriff’s Office and will provide updates as the situation progresses. We are grateful for the high level of security we have on campus daily, which allowed for a swift and effective response. Please rest assured that we are taking every possible step to ensure a safe environment for your children.
10:32am UPDATE: The local authorities are still doing a thorough sweep of the school campus and surrounding area. So far, nothing has been found. Learners will move to their next period class.
ATTENTION PARENTS: We were notified of a potential threat on campus at the beginning of our school day by one of our learners. As soon as it was reported, we took swift action to secure all learners in their classrooms with limited movement across the campus. The SRO (school resource officer) immediately called the local authorities. This measure will remain in place until we can ensure that the issue is fully resolved and the safety of our learners and staff is guaranteed.
We are working closely with St. Helena Sherrif's Office and will keep you updated as the situation develops. We are fortunate to have this high level of security on campus every day, which assisted with a quick response time. Please rest assured that we are doing everything possible to maintain a safe environment for your children.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
September Calendar for St. Helena College and Career Academy
Find the digital edition of September Kid Scoop News here:
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What’s in the September 2024 Issue?
Articles and activities include:
WHAT’S IN THE NEWS?
Students will be surprised to learn that not all Tyrannosaurus Rex dinosaurs were big. It turns out that scientists have discovered a much smaller relative of the dinosaur: Suskityrannus. Students will have fun discovering WHY it got this name, what it means, where the fossil was found, and how big (or small) this animal was in comparison to a human being.
SPOTLIGHT: September 17th is Constitution Day. Who were the Founding Fathers and what did they do on this day in 1787? By completing a math game, students will match the faces to the names of the men who organized the American colonists’ revolution to form the United States of America. Give your class an opportunity to learn The Preamble for extra credit!
HOMONYMS: By way of learning about our presidents, students will have fun playing with double meanings of words: hang, bank, bat, light, and ring to name a few. Then, teach your students to be exceptional proofreaders with a simple and short article filled with errors which need correction! Students will also learn the correct way to identify an error by circling the word and placing the correct word directly underneath.
HOLIDAY: Labor Day is observed every year on the first Monday in September, but why do many, including students, get the day off? What are we recognizing on Labor Day? Students will learn about the dignity of labor and what it meant in its original sense when first held in New York City. Complete the included game by having students find the 10 things wrong with the Labor Day parade picture!
HEALTH: Why might we need and/or want immunizations? It all starts with white cells in our blood. Learn what they do for us and how germs invade the body and can even be so strong that our white cells need extra preparation with a boost in the form of a protective immunization.
FABLE: If your student has never heard of Aesop’s Fables, they are in for a treat. If your student HAS heard or read Aesop’s Fables, they will be thrilled to re-read a beloved classic: The Tortoise and the Hare. The added challenge? Some of the words to the story are missing. Students will have to select from the word choice to find the right word to complete the story. Ask students to share their understanding of the moral.
SPORT: Let’s play ping-pong! Ask your students how many of them have had the opportunity to play ping-pong. What equipment is needed to play? Can they describe the equipment? Can they explain the basic idea of ping-pong? What is the activity most closely related to? Can they draw a paddle and the ball in true size on a piece of paper? On the back side of that paper, ask students to use the code on the Kid Scoop News page to find out another name for this game.
ACTIVITY CALENDAR: Challenge your students to select one activity a week to complete with a family member and have that person sign their name on the calendar!
CHARACTER EDUCATION: Crying. Everyone cries sometimes. Why do I cry? Why do tears come out of my eyes? What are happy tears? What does the brain have to do with the "tear faucet"? What’s the difference between sweat and tears? How many tears do our eyes produce each day? What is one benefit of tears? Help students understand and appreciate emotion and the value of a good cry!
ANIMAL: Porcupine facts and opinions. Use these two pages to better understand the peaceful and pokey porcupine. What makes a porcupine so unique? (Hint: the quills)
MONEY MATTERS: Decisions. Decisions. The cost of a decision! How do we choose our purchases and make wise decisions to conserve our dollars and cents when we can? Help students understand where comparisons come in handy so they can save a bit when shopping. Include a fun challenge: ask your students to come up with a family fun game night that costs $0 and then ask them to share what game they played with the class.
ANIMAL: Octopuses are difficult to keep in aquariums. If they get bored, they start to take things apart. Students will get a kick out of reading the story of Inky, the octopus that slipped silently out of his tank at New Zealand’s National Aquarium!
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