Family Newsletter
September 6th, 2025
October 13-16
Dear Families,
Today, as our school observes Indigenous Peoples' Day, we take time to recognize, honor, and celebrate the rich histories, cultures, and enduring contributions of Native American communities. In our classrooms, we strive to foster respect, cultural awareness, and critical thinking by engaging students in learning about the diverse heritage and voices of Indigenous peoples across our nation and world.
We encourage families to use today as an opportunity to reflect, share stories, and learn together. Thank you for your continued partnership in helping us build an inclusive, thoughtful, and globally-minded school community.
Strong Attendance = Strong Academic Success!
Consistent, daily attendance is one of the most critical factors in your child’s academic achievement, social development, and overall success. Every lesson builds upon the last, and missing even a few days a month can create learning gaps.
Building Routine: Daily attendance fosters habits of responsibility, punctuality, and commitment.
Classroom Connections: Presence allows students to participate fully in discussions, hands-on projects, and peer collaboration.
Staying Supported: When students are here, our teachers and staff can immediately support their individual academic and emotional needs.
Please help us set your child up for success by ensuring they arrive on time every day, ready to learn. If your student must be absent, please communicate with the main office promptly.
High School Tour / Open House
Tuesday, Oct 13
Time: 9:00 AM
PTA Meeting (In-Person / School Library)
Wednesday, Oct 14
8:15 AM
Middle School Parent Tour
Wednesday, Oct 14
9:00 AM
Grade Wars Community Building Trip: 9th & 10 grade students
Thursday, Oct 15
FDR Park
Grade-Wide Community Building Trip 6th Grade students
Friday, Oct 16
FDR Park
Get Involved: PTA Meeting This Wednesday!
Your voice matters! Parent involvement is at the heart of our vibrant school community. Joining and participating in the Parent Teacher Association (PTA) is one of the best ways to stay informed, collaborate with school leaders, and support special student activities.
Join us for our next PTA Meeting:
When: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at 8:15 AM
Where: School Campus
Whether you can spare an hour a month or wish to take on a larger role, your ideas, energy, and presence make a real difference for our students. We look forward to seeing you there!
Parents of 9th and 10th grade students are cordially invited to learn about the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme (DP) and Career-related Programme (CP) as you and your child prepare for grades 11 and 12.
School Administration & Instructional Team
Step-by-Step Pathway to Authorization Participation
Step 1: Attend One Information Session
Choose either October 29 or November 5.Step 2: Attend One IB Authorization Preparation Session
Choose either November 12 or 13.Step 3: Participate in the IB DP/CP Authorization Visit Parent Panel Meeting
SAVE THE DATE: November 18, 2026.Optional: Schedule a 1-on-1 conference with Ms. Rapsas for tailored academic guidance.
Bonus Opportunity: Win a $50 Gift Card!
Attend BOTH an Information Session and an IB Authorization Prep Session in person to be automatically entered into a raffle to win a $50 gift card!
Registration & Sign-Up: Please register using the official form link below to indicate your session preferences:
Click Here to Register for IB Information Sessions
Thank you for your partnership and dedication to our school community!