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% of Participation
Board = 100%
Families = 78%
Class Participation T/TH = 53%
M/W/F = 63%
Prekindergarten = 78%
Kindergarten = 100%
First Grade = 91%
Second Grade = 100%
Third Grade = 100%
Fourth Grade = 100%
Fifth Grade = 100%
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Gig Harbor Area Activity Links
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Family Businesses
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Please support the following businesses who support GHA
Molly Finnell Photography
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Tickles Hair Salon
Possum's Boutique
Java & Clay Cafe
Teaching Toys, Too
JUMP! Play Center
Full Circle Farms
Imagination Station
GH Starbucks (Key Bank)
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Parent Resources
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iBlankie
Soundsfunmom.com
 ParentMap.com
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Kindergarten Elves - Tis' The Season
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The kindergarten classroom was busy spreading holiday cheer today. What a treat!
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What's New?
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 Congratulations to Troy and Lindsay Heidal on their new baby girl. Audrey Grace was born Monday, November 28th. Henry (M/W/F) is a very proud older brother. |
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SFN Bowling Night
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SFN Bowling Night at Chalet Bowl on Friday, November 18th was a record success. The bowling alley was packed to standing room only and fun was had by all. Thank you to Marlene Druker and SFN for hosting this fantastic family fun night. We all look forward to the next one. Click on the image above to view a fun slideshow of the evening.
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Annual Fund
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Thank you to everyone who made the GHA NOW! Annual Fund Drive such a phenomenal success. Every dollar you gave has a significant impact on the health of the school. We are in awe of what this community can accomplish. Next week we will have a wrap-up of all the numbers and we are confident you will be equally amazed. While you will only hear from us occasionally for the rest of the school year, the Annual Fund remains open for donations until June. Your donations, of any size, are always welcome and will add to the success of our school. Presented by Annual Fund Co-Chairs Erik White (Kindergarten parent) and Roberta Polk (Pre-K and 4th Grade parent).
Give or Pledge to GHA NOW! today. GIVE GIFT GROW
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Auction & Fundraising
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 The office is moving right along with plans for our annual auction and a number of new fundraising events. Thank you to all who have volunteered to help. Please contact the office if you would like to be involved in any way! The first auction committee meeting will be Friday, December 9th at 9:00 AM. Anyone interested in helping out with this party of year is invited to attend. We look forward to seeing you.
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Holiday Wreaths
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Support Gig Harbor Academy this holiday season! 
With the help of GHA Kindergarten parent Russell Scott, we are able to offer these beautifully made, fresh wreaths and garland at a competitive price, with all net profits benefiting the school. Stop by the office to see one of these classic wreaths and for more information. Next Order Due Dates: December 2nd (Delivery: Dec 9th) December 9th (Delivery: Dec 16th) 22" noble fir wreath adorned with Oregon pine cone & juniper $16 25' cedar garland $25 Click on the above image to download the wreath order form. |
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School Delay/Closure Updates
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 We are running this one more week FYI: With Old Man Winter rapidly approaching, we in the office thought it a good idea to remind everyone of our unexpected delay/closure procedures. We do not always follow what Peninsula School District does so please find information on late starts and school closures for Gig Harbor Academy by the ways listed below:
- Go to schoolreport.org where GHA posts its information. Every attempt will be made to post this information by 6:30 AM at the latest, but ideally families will be informed earlier. Schoolreport.org only allows us to report postponements and cancellations. If the site reads "no posting" that means that we are open and on regular schedule. You may sign up for an email notification through schoolreport.org which will allow you to receive school closure information directly to your inbox. For your convenience there is always a quick link on the left side of all Thursday newsletters that takes you directly to the GHA page on schoolreport.org.
- Local TV stations who run a reader board announcement at the bottom of the screen starting as early as 5:30 AM receive the most current information and are a trusted source.
- The information will also be posted on the home page of our website, as long as the person responsible for posting the information has power.
- If circumstances are such that there are major power outages and staff is unable to update information and parents are unable to access a computer or TV, we will put in effect a limited phone tree where you will receive a phone call or text. Please let the office know if you would like to be included on this communication.
- Early Dismissal: If a storm develops during the school day, plan to pick up your child early to avoid potential problems. Although early dismissal is unusual, we do encourage you to anticipate the local situation and do what is best for you, your child, and/or your child's carpool. Please refer to the website or above mentioned resources before calling the school; keeping the phone lines open is vital to a smooth and efficient dismissal. No child will be released to an unknown person or anybody not listed on the Student Profile. When inclement weather threatens and you are at a phone number other than those you have listed with the school office, please contact the office immediately and tell us where you may be reached.
As safety is always a priority, we realize that weather and road conditions in your area may be different than at school and encourage you not to make the drive to campus if you feel it is unsafe, even if school is open. |
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GHA On KING 5 News!
|  We were thrilled that KING 5 news came to cover the preschool field trip to the Seattle Opera Rehearsal Hall. The kids gave an encore performance of their "Soup Opera" that they performed last week for their Thanksgiving Feast. The piece aired on KING 5 news at 5:45 PM on Monday. If you missed it, don't worry, we will be receiving the footage and will share it as soon as it is in our hot little hands. What a fantastic opportunity for us.
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Gig Harbor Life Highlights GHA
|  Click on the above picture to read the featured article that highlights GHA using the iPad2's.
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GHA Open House
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 Saturday, December 3rd 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM GHA Campus Current and new families are welcome to attend this event where you can meet teachers, students, parents, and alumni. Parents and students are encouraged not to miss this wonderful opportunity to visit the next grade up. We look forward to seeing you there! |
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Be Part Of Something BIG
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GHA is on the verge of an enrollment explosion and we want you to be a BIG part of it. The number one reason prospective parents call GHA is due to hearing wonderful feedback from parents like you! You will be rewarded for your efforts as you bring in new families to GHA and grow the student population. When a family is recommended to Gig Harbor Academy and that family enrolls their child for the 2011-12 school year, 10% of the tuition revenue that each incoming student brings to GHA will be awarded to the host family. Awards will be applied to tuition payments to the host family's account only. For more information and complete requirements and restrictions please click on the above logo.
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Follow Us On Facebook & Twitter
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Follow us on Facebook and Twitter. Updates on fun activities, reminders on important dates, and more.
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Third Grade Pioneers
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GHA Third Graders took their 2nd annual field trip to the Harbor History Museum's Midway Schoolhouse this Tuesday for a day of immersion into life as a child in 1901. Dressing in period attire and carrying their lunch in materials available at the time, each member of Mrs. Perry's class took on the identity of an actual student enrolled at the one room schoolhouse. They were taught lessons by a school marm, learning cursive and reading as they did at the turn of the century. They even said the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag with 45 stars!
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Fifth Grade Electronic Field Trips
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In preparation for their annual year-end trip to Colonial Williamsburg, Fifth Grade takes a virtual field trip to Williamsburg every month for seven months. Sponsored by history.org, this year's live and interactive lessons explore the ratification of the US Constitution, westward expansion, the War of 1812 and slavery, as well as the rights of women and youth. The field trips are produced on location and they deal with a variety of aspects of colonial life. This month's topic entitle, "Westward!" addresses the experiences and unexpected consequences associated with moving west. In preparation for the one hour virtual experience, Mr Funk has his students do lessons in vocabulary, history and geography. Click on the above image for more information.
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Music - Safeway Tree Lighting 
|  Saturday, December 10th 4:30 - 5:00 PM
Music Teacher Lynn Swanson presents us with the opportunity to perform at the new Safeway's holiday tree lighting ceremony! GHA students grades 1-5 are welcome to participate, please email Lynn if you plan to attend.
Click Here to read the letter from Lynn that was emailed to all 1st - 5th grade families today.
Attire is black pants and a coat or GHA Spiritwear sweatshirt. |
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Animal Nightlife
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As November comes to an end and December begins, childcare is learning about nocturnal animals. These are words most young children have not heard or even thought about, "night animals". December means there are a lot of seasonal festivity and fun also happening in the classroom!
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Lost and Found
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Wondering whatever happened to that missing sweatshirt?? Chances are it's in the GHA Lost and Found! Please stop by the office to check for items that may belong to you.
After December 16th, all items will be donated to Goodwill. |
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Open House
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Saturday, December 3rd 1:00 - 3:00 PM
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Robotics Competition
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Saturday, December 3rd
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Stop by Stewart Middle School this Saturday, December 3rd from 9:00-3:00 to cheer on our Fourth and Fifth Grade Robotics teams! They are participating in a statewide competition sponsored by First Lego League (FLL), demonstrating their interpretation of the theme "Food Factor", how to keep our food safe. They present their robots to judges three times throughout the day, answering questions about their research projects. Good luck Robotics teams!
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SFN Meeting
| Wednesday, December 7th 
9:05 AM in the library
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Kindergarten Popcorn Sales
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Thursday, December 8th 
After School
Enjoy an after school treat of popcorn and lemonade provided by the kindergarten class for only $1! Proceeds from their popcorn sales help support GHA.
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Safeway Tree Lighting
| Saturday, December 10th  
4:30 PM
See Something Special section above for more information.
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Board Meeting
| Tuesday, December 13th 
6:30 PM
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SFN Snack Sale Hosted By Kindergarten
| Thursday, December 15th
For $1.00 you can purchase yummy treats provided Snack Sale by  the Kindergarten class. Proceeds go to support GHA! Snack sale is available during lunch for Prekindergarten through 5th grade and after school. You may send a dollar to school with your child or buy a $20.00 snack card that can be used towards purchases.
Click on the above image to fill out a snack card form. Please email form to the office. |
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Winter Concert
|  Thursday, December 15th 6:30 PM Gig Harbor High School
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Winter Break
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Monday, December 19th - Monday, January 2nd
School Resumes: Tuesday, January 3rd
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Cross Marketing
Please support these businesses that support GHA
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Discovery Village
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Birthday parties at Discovery Village are awesome and becoming legendary! Kids will have an amazing time in the play area and hands on exhibits before going to their private party room for cake and presents. All parties are assigned a party lead to make sure adults enjoy the party as much as the kids. 
If you book a birthday party or buy a membership with Discovery Village they will donate 10% of the revenue to the GHA NOW! Annual Fund. Make sure you let them know GHA sent you for us to receive the 10%. This is valid only for birthday parties and memberships purchased after November 3rd. Thank you to Discovery Village for this fabulous Cross Marketing opportunity. Click on the Discovery Village logo to be taken to their website. |
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Strom's Northwest Tree Co.
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 Luke Strom, who owns Strom's Northwest Tree Co., is an alumni from Our School and her daughter recently attended the Tuesday Enrichment Preschool Class.
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School
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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
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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
Kim Dickens & Cristina McDougall
Adminstrative Assistants
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