Charity projects
Kathy Gray's fourth grade class (see picture at left) has been working on several charity projects this year. Their most recent one was gathering pet food for the pets who arrive along with families at the homeless shelter in Shelton.
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Mr. Churchill 's Corner
Upcoming Levy
The Hood Canal School District encourages all voters within our school district boundaries to learn as much as they can about the school district’s levy request which will appear on ballots for consideration by February 9, 2010.
The ballot measure is for a replacement of the school district’s current maintenance and operations levy, which will expire at the end of 2010. The ballot measure is for a new three year levy (2011, 2012, and 2013).
As your local public school district, we are dedicated to providing essential information to voters, which will enable them to make informed decisions regarding the ballot measure.
Please don’t’ hesitate to contact me with your questions at 877-5463 ext 202. or via e-mail at tchurchill@hoodcanal.wednet.edu
Tom Churchill
Superintendent/Principal, Hood Canal School Dist. 404
Hood Canal School webpage. Last update Jan. 17, 2010
Contact: pcarpenter@hctc.com
"Parent's Right to Know"
In keeping with the regulations of the "No Child Left Behind" act, parents can request information regarding the professional qualifications of their students' teachers. An online publication called the "Parent's Right to Know" brochure is available in English and Spanish at : www.k12.us/TitleI/NCLB
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Bulb planting
The junior high riparian class helped the preschoolers and kindergartners plant the 200 daffodil bulbs that Art Day from the Hood Canal Kiwanis procurred for the school. Won't they look lovely when spring arrives? Roll mouse over to see a close up of the planting.
Helicopter science
Last week in science, the 8th graders participated in a hands-on activity in which they examined some variables that affect helicopter flight patterns. As a follow-up activity, Glacier Aviation (Olympia) flew a helicopter to Hood Canal School. The flight instructor and student pilot discussed additional variables that impact how a helicopter flies. Students had the opportunity to see how the components of a helicopter influence its flight behavior. They learned how the design of a helicopter impacts its efficiency, fuel consumption, speed, and overall maneuverability. The pilots discussed the career options available to an individual with a pilot's license. Finally, they were able to see all of this demonstrated when the helicopter took off. Many thanks to Glacier Aviation.
What's Happening
NEW: Beginning Feb. 2nd. Family and StudentAccess to student assignments and grades via Skyward will be on-line. This is for grades 6-8. Contact the office for a password and more information. Registrations were sent out with students on Jan. 20th.Once you are registered, Click here to go to FAMILY login.
FYI February Levy facts and Public Meeting Dates to discuss the levy
Remember to read with your child for 20 minutes or more everyday. Keep track of reading time on the monthly Reading Calendars.
Tune into KMAS radio at 1030 am for info on school closures/late starts or go to this website: http://pugetinfo.net for the most up to date information.
Lunch Menu : February 2010 lunch menu
Boys' Basketball schedule for 09-10 available under Student Activities link in menubar. Games begin at 3:30. Come support our teams!
Some staff members are creating blogs. You can find them on the staff page.
