 Goal = $50,000Total to Date = $41,043
% of Participation Board = 86% Families = 52% Staff = 82% Class Participation T/TH AM = 47% T/TH PM = 29% M/W/F = 58% Prekindergarten = 53% Kindergarten = 50% First = 50% Second = 70% Third = 80% Fourth = 46% Fifth = 75%
Class Captains T/TH Preschool
Kristin West
M/W/F Preschool
Jodie Ehler
Elizabeth Gray
Prekindergarten
Kristin West
Kindergarten
Jessica Akins
First Grade
Helen Javid
Jodie Ehler
Second Grade
John Hagmann
Mary Wotherspoon
Third Grade John Golden
Fourth Grade Helen Javid Fifth Grade John Golden |
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M/W/F Preschool students explore and discover natural wonders at their recent bone dig in the archeology sand box on campus. | |
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 Signs Of Spring At GHA! | |
Spring Has Sprung on the GHA Campus
There have been many signs of spring popping up on our beautiful wooded campus. Daffodils and early spring flowers are blooming, robins are catching their early morning worms and a resident deer has been spotted a couple of times grazing on the green shoots of early springtime plants. Mr. Funk took this candid photo of the young black-tail deer near the 4th/5th grade building last week.
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Summer Camp 2011 - Class Highlight: Big Wide World And Amazing Race | |
 Big Wide World
Teacher - Kallie Grochowski
July 5-8 (Grades K - 2)
Counterpart to Amazing Race for younger ages, Big Wide World takes us on a journey around the world. Experience culture, cuisine and more as you travel (virtually) from continent to content throughout the week. Feel free to share your own travel experiences and personal background as we learn about life in faraway places.
Amazing Race
Teacher - Kallie Grochowski
July 18-22 (Grades 2 - 6)
Circumvent the globe with GHA's 4th grade teacher this summer! Mrs. G takes us on a wild ride over the continents, exploring geography, culture and much more through creative challenges each day. Get your passports ready, this summer adventure is sure to expand the mind, reaching to the far corners of our world. Will your team be the first to arrive at each pit stop?
Summer Camp Registration will be open to the public starting April 15th and we expect a high interest. Don't miss out on reserving your spot. Turn in registration forms today!
Summer Program Catalogue
Registration and Lunch Forms
Waiver Form
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Summer Camp Bonus! Early Drop-Off/Late Pick-Up | |
 Accommodating Busy Family's Schedules
GHA Summer Camp is happy to offer early drop-off and late pick-up to all families for an easy going summer of fun.
We're here to help you fill in the gaps between summer program start and end times. You can choose to drop your child off early in the morning, or in the afternoon and you can also choose late pick up in the afternoon for a minimal fee.
See the story above to download all summer camp registration forms and secure your spot in our exciting summer camp programs.
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GHA Student Art Show | |
Friday, April 15th
3:30 - 7:00 PM
Join art instructor, Ms. Lisa, and the students of Gig Harbor Academy as they showcase their artwork in a gallery environment.
While perusing the gallery, friends and family will enjoy interactive art displays and may even learn something new about famous American artists!
Fox Alliance Church
655 6th Ave
Fox Island, WA
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2011-2012 School Calendar Posted | |
Our 2011-2012 school year calendar is now available for your planning. School will begin for Prekindergarten through 5th grade on September 1. Preschool programs will begin on September 1st with a parent/student orientation for the T/TH children and the following day for the M/W/F group. We will notify all parents about start of school events during the summer months.
There are two significant changes from this year's calendar:
- Parent conference days in the fall and spring will be earlier than years before,
- The February week-long break has been replaced with a four day weekend.
For the most part, our calendar reflects the Peninsula School District which impacts a large number of our families. The number of school days is the same as this year. There are also two professional development days for teachers which is the same as this year.
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From The Sandbox | |
Q: What do you get when you cross a baker and a painter?
 
A: Vincent Van-Dough
Joke courtesy of GHA's 5th grade class.
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Join Us On Facebook | |
Follow us on Facebook and Twitter. Updates on fun activities, reminders on important dates, and more.
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Weekly Survey To GHA Families | |
 Look for our Week #1 survey in your email today!
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Vote For GHA In South Sound Magazine's Best Of Edition - Submission Deadline is April 1 | |
It's that time of year again to vote for the "Best of South Sound" for the summer edition of South Sound Magazine.
In years past, Gig Harbor Academy, Our School Childcare and our very own teachers like Mrs. Perry have been voted "Best of South Sound".
Click on the image above to go directly to the ballot & look for the following categories:
· Best Private School
· Best Daycare
· Best Teacher
Make sure you vote for at least 10 categories in order for your vote to count.
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Fund-An-Item | GHA Technology Vision | |
An exciting new vision for the use of technology at GHA has been developed by the Technology Committee made up of parents, teachers and faculty. The vision was presented at the auction and funding for the project was started with Fund-an-Item at the  auction. Click on the YouTube icon to see the GHA Technology Vision.
The money raised for the Technology Vision at the auction was a great start, if you would like to contribute, please contact Paul Hoover.
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Spots Left For Little & Big Kids Night Out | |
Don't Have Your Child Miss Out!
 Spots are quickly filling for Big & Little Kids night in May. For $40, Kindergarten through 5th Grade students will enjoy a PJ & Movie night at the Gig Harbor Academy Campus on Friday, May 6th from 6 PM to 9 PM.
 $30 will get you a spot at Little
Kids night at Jump! in Gig Harbor. Preschool & Prekindergarten students will get to explore and have fun at Jump!, and eat pizza on Wednesday, May 4th from 4:30 PM to 7 PM.
Come to the front office to secure a spot today!
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Openings For Camp Out Remain | |
 August 12-14, 2011
Open to GHA children entering kindergarten through fifth grade. Campers will stay overnight in large canvas group tents, and will be chaperoned by no less than 4 adults and two older teen counselors at all times. All meals will be provided as well as entertainment and traditional camping activities. Trained medical personnel will be on site at all times including a physician, RN, and EMT.
Spots are sold per individual child for $350.00 a spot. GHA students entering grades K through 5 for the 2011-2012 academic year are eligible. For children entering kindergarten it is required that one parent accompany the child. If camper(s) are age 8 or younger, one adult per family of children may choose to attend the camp. Ten spots were sold at the auction and they are now opening up ten more spots! Don't miss out on this experience of a lifetime. To purchase please see Leigh Ann or Niki in the main office.
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Decorative Tree Centerpieces For Sale | |
 By popular demand, Gig Harbor Academy is offering the trees used as auction centerpieces for sale. These trees can be decorated seasonally at home, used as a display for jewelry or other small items, or just enjoyed as a unique tablescape. Each tree is $50, payable at the front desk. There are a few trees on display in the library and 4 more offsite available for purchase. Please contact Tamara Rosenbloom (253-278-5401) for more detail and to select your tree!
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Cranes For Kids Project Helping Victims In Japan | |
 Oshkosh B'Gosh has started a program called Cranes for Kids. For each origami crane that students make, a new article of clothing will be donated to children in Japan affected by the recent earthquake and tsunami.
GHA 4th Grade students learned how to make paper cranes this week and will be encouraging the rest of the school to get involved too.
Students can work on creating paper cranes at home. Click here to download easy instructions to create more cranes. Please write your name and hometown on each crane in order to help with the Cranes for Kids project.
Paper cranes are symbols of health and well-wishes in Japanese culture and are a great way for children to get involved in the relief efforts for people in Japan.
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Thursday Art Class: Inspired By Trees | |
Ms. Lisa Mellinger, art teacher at GHA, is a working artist who shows and sells her work. This week Ms. Lisa brought one of her paintings into school to help inspire the students and their works of art.
Kindergarten students painted alphabet trees to go along with reading, Chicka Chicka Boom Boom, an alphabet-inspired book.
4th and 5th Grade students worked with water colors to create replicas of Ms. Lisa's artwork. First they covered the paper with a light black/ gray wash and then painted cherry trees and added blossom details.
Below, you can see Ms. Lisa's painting in the background.
Be sure to attend the Spring Art Show on Friday, April 15th at the Fox Alliance Church to see a marvelous display of artwork that GHA students have been creating throughout the school year.
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Parachute Fun In Preschool | |
T/TH AM preschool children don't let the rain get them down! The children got active, and learned teamwork and motor skills while playing with the huge parachute today.
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Biography Night | |
Thursday, April 7th
6:00 - 7:30 PM
Grades first through fifth grade will give biography presentations. |
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Snack Sale | |
Thursday, April 7th
For $1.00 you can purchase yummy treats provided by the 1st grade students of Gig Harbor Academy. Proceeds go to support GHA!
Click the image to download Snack Sale Schedule & Punch Card Purchasing Form.
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Popcorn Sale | |
 Thursday, April 14th
Proceeds of the popcorn sale go to support GHA!
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Spring Art Show | |
Friday, April 15th
Fox Alliance Church
655 6th Ave
Fox Island, WA 98333
3:30 - 7:00 PM
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Spring Break | |
 April 25th - 29th
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Cinco de Mayo Events | |
 Friday, May 6th 12:00-3:00 PM
Global Hispanic Festival
Senora Agee & Senora Wider proudly presents a day to celebrate Spanish language and Latin culture throughout the world. Special music by GHA students, and a salsa dance by our fourth and fifth graders. All GHA friends and family are welcome to attend!
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Special Friends Day & Music Show | |
 Tuesday, May 17th
Special Friends Day is a fun-filled day for grandparents and other friends and family to learn about your child's education and enrichment at Gig Harbor Academy.
Music Show 6:30 PM
More details to follow
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GHA Night At Tacoma Rainiers | |
Saturday, May 21st
7:05 PM
Save-the-date for Gig Harbor Academy night with the Tacoma Rainiers. Game starts at 7:05 PM.
Tacoma Rainiers vs. Memphis Redbirds
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Cool Cats, Wild Wolves At NW Trek this weekend | |
Saturday, April 2nd - Sunday, April 3rd 
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Arbor Day Celebration | |
 Saturday, April 16th
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Celebrate Arbor Day at the Gig Harbor Civic Center on April 16. The day will be filled with fun family crafts & activities, refreshments, raffle drawings, a tree planting and environmental booths. Free admission & trees for all attendees! |
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Gig Harbor Foundation Park Event | |
Saturday, April 16th
2:00 - 4:00 PM
All ages are invited to this family-friendly Community Challenge Kick-off event. Bring the family, have some fun... AND a free ice cream on us! Some exciting things are happening in the Knight Forest at Harbor Family Park! Come hear about the Knight Forest project, what the Greater Gig Harbor Foundation is doing to help build parks in your community...and how you can JOIN in!
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Earn $$ For GHA While Shopping On Mamapedia | |
 Sign up for Sweet Deals through Mamapedia.com and earn money for GHA! Mamapedia.com is a website for mothers and families and offers "Sweet Deals" a program similar to Groupon(TM).
What's different with Sweet Deals is that when you sign up, you can choose a school to support. With every purchase you make, Mamapedia will donate 5% of your purchase through their Sweet Deals program to Gig Harbor Academy.
Thank you to Kimberly Muska for letting us know about this great opportunity.
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Summer Golf Lessons | |
Becky Fossum Golf @ Canterwood
- Private & Group Lessons
- Playing Lessons
- Junior Lessons
- Junior Golf Camp
- Golf 101
Click on the image above to go directly to Becky's website.
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School | |
6820 32nd St. NW
Gig Harbor, WA 98335
Phone: 253-265-2150
Fax: 253-265-8124
Childcare: 253-265-8773
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Administration | |
Each name is a link to that person's email.
Bruce Shoup
Head of School
Paul Hoover
Business Officer
Niki Vanderford
Director of Admissions & Marketing
Leigh Ann Myhre
Adminstrative Assistant |
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