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Heritage Christian School San Diego
Weekly Newsletter
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EVENTS, ACTIVITIES, & DEADLINES
April 29 - Senior Dinner Registration Deadline
April 29 - San Diego Zoo Safari Park Reg Deadline
April 30 - Senior Swing Dance Event
May 1 - School Open House
May 1 - National Principal's Day
May 1 - Principal's Choice Award Nomination Deadline
May 1 - San Diego Zoo Safari Park Field Trip
May 6 - Senior Speech Contest Deadline
May 7 - School Board Meeting
May 8 - Class of 2024 Senior Dinner
May 9 - Jazz & Blues Farewell Recital
May 10 - Principal Vicki's Sessions at CHEA Convention
May 10 - Beginning Band Tryouts
May 16 - Jr. Academy Sixth Grade Promotion Celebration
May 21 - HCS Open House
May 23 - Five-Year Plan Strategy Meeting
May 24 - K/6/8 Promotion Registration Deadline
May 31 - Mime Club Production
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CLASS DAYS & ACADEMIES
April 29
Academies
May 2
EC/BON
May 6
Academies
May 9
DC/ESC
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New Junior Academy Lead
Please welcome the new Junior Academy Lead for the 2024-2025 school year: Wendy Steele. You can read Wendy's bio on the Volunteer Leads page of our website.
Thank you to Lauire Aguayo for serving as the Junior Academy Lead for this school year.
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San Diego Zoo Safari Park
May 1 | 8:30 am - 6:00 pm
Enjoy a Self-Guided Tour of the San Diego Zoo Safari Park with fellow HCS families! Experience the free shows and animal presentations throughout the day for great learning fun! Registration closes on 4/29/24 or when full, whichever comes first.
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France & Italy 2025 Trip
June 16-25, 2025
There is still room to join this amazing trip in June of 2025. Be on the lookout for several informational parent meetings coming up in May before the school year ends. The website is www.worldstrides.com and the trip ID is 1983 for registration and further questions. Any other questions contact lydia@amosfamily.us .
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Get Your HCS Ball Cap!
The Softball Club is selling HCS ball caps for $25 to help support the Girls Fastpitch Softball program.
Please email Softball@hcssd.org or contact coach Kelly Cooper to purchase a hat and arrange for drop-off. Thanks for your support!
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Annual Girls Softball Scrimmage
May 21, 2024 | 9:00 am - 11:00 am
Serra Mesa Recreation Center
9020 Village Glen Drive 92123
North Ballfield
The HCS Girls Softball Team would like to invite you to our 4th annual All-Team Scrimmage! The HCS Band will be playing our National Anthem at 8:55 am and the first pitch is at 9:00 am.
The Ballfield is located DOWN THE HILL from the Rec Center Building. There is a parking lot at the Ballfield and at the Rec Center Building, as well as parking along the streets.
Bleacher space is limited, so lawn chairs and blankets are suggested.
A concession stand will be available and will accept cash or Venmo.
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Farewell Recital
May 9, 2024 | 6:30 pm
Del Cerro Baptist Church
Suggested Donation: $5
Don't miss this one-of-a-kind-night featuring the HCS Jazz Band as well as spotlighting the HCS Class of 2024 instrumental music seniors. Join us for a swingin' farewell!
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Beginning Band
Instrument Tryout Day
May 10, 2024 | 1:00 pm
The Chapel at Grossmont
Would your student like to learn to play an instrument and join the band? Click HERE to find out more about Instrument Tryout Day! 4th-10th grade students welcome!
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Mime Club is Sharing the Gospel
Mime Club has several events coming up where the youth will have the opportunity to share the Good News of the Gospel using their creative arts skills!
We appreciate your prayers for these opportunities, and we invite you to come support us by watching us perform at the San Diego County Fair from 1pm - 2pm on the Funville Stage on June 13, 2024.
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Mime Club Production
May 31, 2024 | 6:00 pm
Highpoint Church
6090 Santo Road, San Diego 92124
Discover the power of silence with "Silent Sermon," a mime production presented by HCS Mime Club showcasing their incredible work from the year. This unique performance communicates the message of the gospel through captivating choreography and expressive storytelling.
Witness as these talented students bring biblical stories to life through mime, exploring themes of faith, redemption, and hope. This production is the fruit of their creativity and dedication.
Tickets will be available to purchase soon. Stay tuned for more information, and come support HCS students for an unforgettable evening of gospel-inspired mime.
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Senior Speech Contest Now Open
An email regarding the Senior Speech Contest was sent last week.
The deadline to submit speeches is May 6th. Details and online submission instructions may be found in the email or online HERE.
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Seniors Boards
Seniors, start working on your boards! The Senior Photo and Memory Display board is a fun walk down memory lane. They should include photos and memorabilia of your choosing that reflect your life (i.e. childhood, friends, activities, awards, etc.). The displays will be viewed at the graduation ceremony. You can find more information and specifications for creating these boards on our website.
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Class of 2024
Senior Dinner
May 8 | 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
The Senior Dinner is a special time between the seniors and their parents. Held as a casual event over dinner, senior parents are able to give a short, public blessing to their seniors. Seniors are also welcome to write a thank you letter to their parents, and read it aloud or share privately. Catered by Ranch Events. Visit the Senior Events website page for details and registration. Registration closes 4/29/24.
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Classifieds | Community | Helpful Resources
Submissions by our members or alum for events or opportunities that are NOT sponsored by HCS.
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OFFICE STAFF PHONE EXTENSIONS
To bypass the phone menu, you may use any of these extensions at any time.
NORMAL OFFICE HOURS: 10 AM - 3 PM | T & TH (In-Person) | M & W (Remote)
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1. Vikki Grieshaber (front desk-work permits/driver's ed docs, general info, RaiseRight, library)
2. Tracy West (billing)
3. Jane Richards (school records, transcripts, high school evaluations, Co-op Class Day concerns)
4. Lilia Sepulveda (school calendar, website, newsletter, social media, podcast, school merch)
5. Vicki Stormoen (principal)
6. Erin McKinsey (events, field trips)
7. Judy Beckmann (clubs)
8. Kaylee Morris (front desk, general information)
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STAY CONNECTED WITH HCS ONLINE | |
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The weekly newsletter submissions deadline is 12 noon on Thursday to news@hcssd.org. This newsletter is for notices of interest to the entire school regarding HCS-sponsored events, with the exception of pre-authorized clearance for listings in the Classified section. Notices specific only to a group should go to that group’s contact list only.
HCS exists to support and encourage Christian families in the high calling of biblical discipleship through Christ-centered home education by providing administrative help, mentoring, classes, and parent-driven activities, all while honoring family sovereignty.
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