Dear HNPS Families,
At the start of the day, our 6th grade gathered in the Prayer Garden to offer a prayer before many of them take the ISEE, the entrance exam for many Catholic and independent schools, tomorrow. Whether students are taking the exam tomorrow or not, our 6th graders are in the midst of the application process to secondary schools. While that process brings excitement, it can also bring some anxiety and a bit of stress with the added work of essays and interviews.
The teachers created this tradition as a way to alleviate some of that stress. After offering a prayer together, students enjoyed some breakfast items and a short break from class. The time spent together took their mind off tomorrow's exam and served as a reminder to each that they have the strength of the Holy Name community behind them. We wish each 6th grader luck tomorrow or in the coming weeks as they take the ISEE.
In the prayer they offered this morning, the 6th graders asked to "Bless every person who has helped me in my preparation." Now, that we are in November and a time of giving thanks, we'd like to say thank you for a great start to the school year.
Best regards,
Mr. Chisholm
