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September 7, 2019

Family Night was a great time for us to share all the great things the Lord is doing at HCA! Mr. Behnken shared about HCA's curriculum revision process, and how that process helps each student reach their potential academically by maximizing what is taught and how it is taught in the classrooms. He also shared encouraging testing data that shows that HCA students are growing, and growing at a greater pace than the norm.

In your parent folder you received that night, there is a wealth of information about what is happening this fall at HCA, in the classroom and beyond. If you were unable to attend, the parent folder will be either mailed home or in your student's Friday folder  We are so glad to be partnering together with the HCA families in the Christian education of your students!
 

STUDENT OF THE WEEK
It’s Student of Week time! Congratulations to Jackson! Great job being a good friend in class! Watch the video above to see the presentation.
PICTURE DAY 9/17 & 9/18

Cornerstone Photography will be onsite conducting School Portraits. Lower and Middle School students should dress in uniform. Click here for the order form.

Preschool, Middle, and Upper School Students: Tuesday, September 17.
Middle and Upper School students will have their school portraits taken in the East Lobby during the period in their schedule noted below.

Grade 5:  IDR, Grade 6-8: PE, Grade 9: Lunch, Grades 10-12: Bible

Preschool and Lower School Students: Wednesday, September 18

PARKING REMINDERS
In order to keep our families and students safe, please make sure to follow all posted parking signs and regulations in the parking garage and the parking lots.
EAST PARKING GARAGE - PARK AND WALK
In the East parking garage (front of building), all traffic is one way. Do not reverse your vehicles to go down the garage ramps. Please do not park in the handicap parking spot for any length of time unless you have a state handicap tag. Do not stop and drop off students in the East parking garage. You must park on that side and walk in.
WEST PARKING GARAGE - DRIVE AND DROP
In the West parking garage (back of building), please do not park where the signs are posted "No Parking." This side of the parking garage is for door pick up, so keep the traffic moving by not parking in the restricted areas.
OUTER DRIVE OF BUILDING - ONE WAY
This drive is one way when driving back to the front of the building. Please drive around the back of the building to return to the front. This helps keep traffic flow safely moving.
GREEN VEHICLE STICKERS
If you are in need of additional green parking stickers for your vehicles, there are more in at the Reception Desk. If your family was on the list of those needing a sticker, those stickers should have gone home with your student in their Friday folder yesterday. Our goal is 100% compliance each day. Stop by the Reception Desk if you need a sticker. 
GALA COMMITTEE
The HCA Gala 2020 is being planned now! Join the Gala committee here. Our first meeting is Friday, September 13 from 8 AM - 9 AM in Cafe B. The HCA Gala is an amazing event and our planning team can use your help. 
DOWNLOAD THE NEW HCA APP
ATHLETICS GAMES SCHEDULE
 
Now you can find the HCA Athletics games right on the "Events" button on the app. Click into "Events" to see everything that is going on HCA and to view schedules for HCA Athletics games. Make sure to download the app to your device!
SEPTEMBER CALENDAR

The September Lunch calendar and the MS Elective calendar are now shortcuts on the bottom toolbar on the HCA app.
PRESCHOOL HARVEST FESTIVAL
Save the date, Preschool Families! The Preschool Harvest Festival will take place on October 3 and 4 during your student's class time. Families are invited to attend! 
Preschool News
THE PRINCESS BALL

Calling all princesses! The Princess Ball (formerly known as Daddy-Daughter dance) is coming on Sunday, October 6 from 5 PM - 7 PM in Cornerstone right here at HCA. This dance is for girls ages Preschool - Grade 6.

You and your Prince Charming (dads, uncles, grandfathers, stepdads, etc.) are invited to The Princess Ball for a fun night of music and dancing. Come celebrate your favorite princess with us and enjoy this special night especially for you!

Register by October 4, pay $25 for tickets.
After October 4, tickets increase to $30. Tickets may be purchased at the door.
 

Grade Level Parent Coffees
8:00 - 9:00 AM in Cafe B

Join Mr. Young and our grade level teachers for important class information, and a question and answer time. Grade specific parent coffee dates are below.

  • Grade 2: Wednesday, 9/11
  • Grade 3: Wednesday, 9/18
  • Grade 4: Wednesday, 9/25
HCA WALK-A-THON
The HCA Walk-a-Thon will take place during Homecoming Week, September 30-October 4. All Kindergarten - Grade 6 students are encouraged to fundraise for the event. The tracking envelope should be sent home in your family's Parent Night folder. If you need an envelope, please stop by the Reception Desk. This year, the Walk-a-Thon laps will take place during PE class, with fun themes and events. Thank you for your participation!
Lower School News
JAVA JAM AUDITIONS

Java Jam auditions are this Thursday, September 12 after school. Please select a time slot for your audition – you will need to bring part of a song or skit as an idea to present.  It does not have to be a polished perfect performance. Sign up here: Java Jam Auditions Sign Up. We look forward to seeing you there!

GRADE 6 OUTDOOR EDUCATION TRIP
Grade 6 students and faculty spend time learning and growing during our annual Outdoor Education trip. Please register your Grade 6 student here. You may find additional details in the Outdoor Ed Packet.
Middle School News
GRADE 12 PARENT MEETING THURSDAY, 9/12
Parents – this is a great opportunity to join your student in learning important information for high school and post-high school planning. All meetings are scheduled from 7:45 AM-8:30 AM in Cornerstone.
We look forward to seeing you there!
 Grade 12 - 9/12
Grade 9 – 9/19
Grade 10 – 9/24
Grade 11 – 9/26
WORLD WAR II TRIP MEETING

RSVP by 9/10 here: Europe Tour RSVP

Parent Meeting is September 11 at 6 PM - 7:30 PM in N426 (Mrs. Kananen's Room). Parents and students are invited to come here all the details and ask questions. The trip will be in June 2020 for 14 days.

Some highlights of the trip that include guided sightseeing tours: Imperial War Museum; Normandy memorials/monuments and beaches; guided tour of Paris;  Checkpoint Charlie; Berlin Wall; Nuremberg Documentation Center; Dachau; Eagle’s Nest. Optional: the Palace of Versailles.

 

EQUADOR MISSIONS TRIP

Come check out the info meeting to learn more about this!

What: We will partner with Iglesia Evangelica Buen Pastor, to support their ministry to their community and develop an ongoing partnership.

When: March 20-27, 2020

Where: Yaruqui, Ecuador, South America

Who: 10th to 12th Grade (9th graders can request on interview)

How Much: Depending on the size of our group, our cost might vary. But with travel, travel insurance, lodging, food, local transporation and materials, our cost would be betwen $1,750 and $2,000.

Why: To provide our students with the opportunity to glorify God through the fulfillment of the Great Commission

 

TICKETS ON SALE
Our Fall Play, Murder at the Pie Auction, will be on September 26 - 28. Save the date and make plans to join us in the Chapel! There will be an actual pie auction! Join us for this fun event. Purchase tickets here.


BACKSTAGE CREWS
There is something for everyone!  Backstage Sign-ups coming soon - no fees required for Grade 7-12 Students. 

Backstage crew sign up here.

Call board sign up here. 
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