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Seventh graders have been in the Makerspace studying Jewish immigration to Manhattan's Lower East Side during the late 1800's and early 1900's in Social Studies. Topics of focus included education, crime, working conditions, and unions. |
Establishing Good Study Habits in th
e New Year
Developing good study habits at home is an important part of school success. It takes some time and effort, but can help ease the stressors of the school year. Heilicher third grade teacher Polly Holzman shares her tips for homework success on the Heilicher Blog.
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Mark Your Calendars
Upcom
ing School Events
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Monday, January 20: MLK Jr. Day Observance, See Schedule Below
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Monday, January 20: Eighth-Grade Field Trip to MLK Jr. Breakfast, 6:30-10 a.m.
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Tuesday, January 28: Parent Education Night with JFCS, "Real Conversations: Talking to Your School-Age Children About Anti-Semitism", 7-8:30 p.m., Ben and Bernice Fiterman Beit Knesset
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Friday, January 31:
Grades 5-8 Guest Musical Performance by
Josh Warshawsky, 11:15-11:50 a.m.
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Friday, January 31: Kindergarten Saba Eliezar
V'Hagezer Performance, 2:30-3:15 p.m., Manny Fingerhut Auditorium
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MLK Day Family Events at Heilicher
Monday, January 20
Please join us on
Monday, January 20, for a special school-day of programming to celebrate the life and mission of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Our theme of the day is:
Lift Every Voice and Sing, a song which is often referred to as the African-American anthem.
School is in session that day, and classes will focus on topics related to MLK's life and legacy as connected to the Heilicher core values. We have opportunities for parents, grandparents, and siblings to participate throughout the day. These are listed below.
MLK Day Events
7:30-8:10 a.m.: Heilicher Family Breakfast
We will be celebrating the school reaching its second goal of $18,000 for the Heilicher Hora! Students and parents get to enjoy a special breakfast of donuts, coffee, and juice sponsored by the PTO. Students head to classrooms at 8 a.m. Gluten and nut free options will be available.
*note: 8th graders will receive donuts after their field trip.
8:30-9:15 a.m.: Heilicher Family Service Project in the Manny Fingerhut Auditorium
We will be preparing packages for PRISM food shelf in partnership with Jewish Family and Children's Service of Minneapolis (JFCS). Parents and children of all ages are welcome to join the Heilicher students for this special all-school activity.
9:15-10 a.m.: All-School T'filah in the Dolly and Edward Fiterman Theatre
This is a Torah service that will also include MLK's "I Have A Dream Speech," led by the Heilicher seventh grade. Families are welcome to attend.
2:50-3:15 p.m.: "Museum Walk" of civil rights posters and songs of civil rights
This will be a short program for the students, but parents are welcome to join before pick-up.
Guest Speaker for the Day: Mike Woods
Ben and Bernice Fiterman Beit Knesset
Many of you know Mike as our security guard at Heilicher. He will be speaking to all the Heilicher students about his experience growing up in Minnesota as the child of one Black parent and one White parent. His talks will be developmentally-appropriate for each age group. Parents: you are welcome to join at a time that works for you.
10:50-11:25 a.m.: 3-5
1:25-2 p.m.: 6-8, Group 1
2-2:35 p.m.: 6-8, Group 2
If you are interested in volunteering during the morning, please sign up online
. If you have questions about any of our special MLK Day programming, please contact Wendy Goldberg.
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Heilicher Parent Education Night Addressing Anti-Semitism
Research shows that one of the best ways we can help prepare our children to cope with discrimination and intolerance is by being open about it. Heilicher is proud to host Real Conversations: Talking to Your School-Age Children About Anti-Semitism on Tuesday, January 28, 7- 8:30 p.m. at the Barry Family Campus. We will be joined by Leah Persky, Jewish Family and Children's Service (JFCS) Family Life Education Program Manager and Jill Kozberg, MA, LP, Licensed Psychologist and Program Manager for the Counseling Department at JFCS.
This event is free and open to the public.
Register today
to reserve your spot.
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To
date we have raised over $19,275 towards our goal of $36,000 by Friday, February 7!
Come join the PTO for donuts and coffee on Monday morning, January 20, before MLK day programming for reaching the second Heilicher Hora goal.
Thank you to everyone that has registered online. Now it is important to remember to SHARE your page with family and friends.
If you prefer, cash and/or checks, made out to Heilicher, can be collected instead of an online gift.
Please turn in payment to
Ali Berdass
, and she
will be sure to put it
towards your student's class efforts.
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Inclement Weather Reminder
Winter is coming .... TOMORROW!
Please take a moment to review our communications plan in the event of a school closing, delay, or early dismissal due to inclement weather.
Decision Process
No single consideration will be the deciding factor to delay or close school. (e.g., if St. Louis Park schools are closed, we may still open our doors). We consider several factors in the decision, including:
- status of St. Louis Park schools
- hazardous travel conditions
- status of the Barry Family Campus
- status of other local independent schools
Notification
In the event of a school closing, delayed opening, or early dismissal, you will be informed via:
- email
- Heilicher Facebook post
- phone call(s) from our automated system
- posting on local news stations and websites
If nothing is posted, school is running on schedule.
Barring a state or federal government decision days in advance, we will inform you by 6:15 a.m. the day of the inclement weather. We want to have the best, most up-to-date information before making a decision. In the unlikely event of early dismissal due to inclement weather, we will call and email as soon as possible to make pickup arrangements and will also call emergency contacts in the event a parent cannot be reached. The office will remain open until the last student is picked up.
The safety of your children and our staff and teachers is our primary focus when making decisions. Even if school is open, assess the weather conditions in your area and always use your discretion when deciding to travel.
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The kindergartners are looking forward to performing the Hebrew skit "Saba Eliezar V'Hagezer" (Grandfather Eliezar and the Carrot) on Friday, January 31, 2:30-3:15 p.m. in the Manny Fingerhut Auditorium.
We hope you will be able to join us at this special event.
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Mid-Winter Athletics Registration
Winter is here, keep your student(s) active and warm this winter with Heilicher athletics.
Volleyball will begin February 19 for students in grades 5-6 and will start March 10 for grades 7-8.
Sign up today and join in on all the fun! Please contact
Hector Sztainer with any questions.
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Grades 2-4 Fencing Classes Begin February 19
Missed out on Fencing Classes this December? Due to high demand from students and families, Heilicher is offering a second session of Fencing Classes for grades 2-4 beginning Wednesday, February 19! Register for classes on
myschoolaccount.com
. The registration link can be found on 2/19/20 in the MSA pre-order calendar. Please contact
Evelyn Sadlowski
with questions, or if you have a student older than fourth grade who is interested in Fencing Classes.
Grades 2-4 Fencing at Heilicher
Wednesdays 3:30-5 p.m.
Wednesday, February 19 - Wednesday, April 1
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Spring GOTR: Heart & Sole Cancelled
We are disappointed to announce that Girls on the Run: Heart and Sole, grades 6-8, for Spring 2020 has been cancelled due to coach availability. Spring sport options for grades 6-8 include tennis, volleyball and ultimate frisbee.
Learn more about Spring Sports.
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Mid-Winter Break School's Out Registration
Looking for fun, active, and meaningful activities for your student during Mid-Winter Break? Secure your spots for School's Out Programming TODAY in
myschoolaccount.com.
Space is limited, and registration fills quickly. Early bird prices close next week. Registration closes 48 hours in advance.
Monday, February 10: Escape Room at Heilicher
Tuesday, February 11: Kidcreate Studios comes to Heilicher
Wednesday, February 12: Field Trip to Feed My Starving Children: Chanhassen
Thursday, February 13: Field Trip to Pump It Up: Eden Prairie
Friday, February 14: Movie and Pajama Day at Heilicher
Monday, February 17: "Snowlympic" Challenges at Heilicher
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Support 67 Cinderellas - The Seventh and Eighth Grade Play
On March 4, 5 and 8 the Heilicher seventh and eighth grades will wow you with their theatrical talent as they present 67 Cinderellas. To support these amazing students, families can include messages of encouragement
in the program book. Please complete the Cast and Crew Messages Form
with your well-wishes by Tuesday, January 21.
Show your support with a 67 Cinderellas t-shirt or sweatshirt available for sale by pre-order only. Please complete your order
by Thursday, January 16.
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Athletics
Wednesday, January 22
5-6 Basketball vs. City of Friends School, 5:30-6:30 p.m., Friends School
Thursday, January 23
7-8 Basketball vs. Blake School White, 4:15-5:30 p.m., Heilicher Gym
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Heilicher Minneapolis Jewish Day School
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