Hawk Happenings: Parent Newsletter

Dear Parents and Guardians,

The 2025-2026 school year is off and running! Our learners are settling into routines, showing excitement for learning, and embracing our school theme: "Ready... Set... Grow!" Thank you for your support in ensuring they are prepared each day. Let’s keep the momentum going for a successful year ahead! Here are some reminders to keep or learners safe and prepared to learn.

Reminders:

No early check-outs after 2:00 PM.
Uniform Policy: Learners must be in proper uniform. Violations will result in:
1. First Warning (Violation note send home)
2. Parental Contact
3. Disciplinary Action if not corrected
Carpool Safety: Please do not block the highway while waiting in the carpool line.
Stay Connected: Use Class Dojo for direct communication with your child’s teacher.

Thank you for your cooperation in keeping our school safe and orderly!

Best Regards,

Mrs. Smith

The mission of the St. Helena Early Learning Center is to foster a culture of literacy and numeracy through small group and multi-sensory learning experiences that support learner success and promote strong community engagement

Our vision is to create vibrant classrooms that are welcoming, engaging, and rooted in kindness—places where learners grow with purpose, staff work in unity, and excellence is achieved through perseverance and joy in learning.

1. Foundational Literacy

Prioritize phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension.
Use CKLA, DIBELS, and Amira to monitor and support reading growth.

2. Early Numeracy

Build number sense and problem-solving using Zearn and hands-on strategies.
Emphasize conceptual understanding with math talks and models.

3. HQIM Implementation

Teach CKLA and Zearn with fidelity and consistent lesson internalization.
Align instruction to standards and curriculum pacing guides.

4. Data-Driven Instruction

Use assessment data to group learners and adjust instruction.
Monitor progress through iReady, DIBELS, and classroom checks.

5. Developmentally Appropriate Practice

Integrate academics with play, movement, and SEL.
Support learner engagement through routines and interactive centers.

6. Differentiation

Scaffold instruction to meet individual needs.
Use flexible groups, visuals, and supports for all learners.

7. Vocabulary & Oral Language

Teach key vocabulary daily.
Provide frequent opportunities for structured conversation.

8. Clarity & Ownership

Use child-friendly learning targets and success criteria.
Encourage goal setting and self-reflection.

Our District Vision is to create an equitable, productive school culture that increases learner success, develops educator effectiveness and builds public confidence.