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% of Participation
Board = 100%
Families = 80%
Class Participation T/TH = 53%
M/W/F = 63%
Prekindergarten = 89%
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)
Discovery Village
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Parent Resources
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iBlankie
Soundsfunmom.com
 ParentMap.com
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Parent Education Seminar
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 Community Parent Education Seminar
THIS Saturday, January 21, 2012
8:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Come join us for a morning of educational and parenting strategies to make your role as a parent inspired as you head into 2012.  Topics will include:
- Learning with Nature
- Making Music with Children
- The Purpose of Play in Development and Learning of Young Children
- Homework Strategies
- Taming the Food Battles with Your Children
Pre-Registration is REQUIRED, as space is limited. $5 Registration Fee. Please click on the above image or contact the office for registration information. |
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Winemakers Dinner
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  Join GHA parents Jill and Justin Piasecki for a night of fine wine and exquisite cuisine. Gig Harbor's JW Restaurant has partnered with 2 Vintners Winery to bring a night of wine and food pairing in the classically casual restaurant. Proceeds from the dinner will benefit Gig Harbor Academy. Gig Harbor Academy families look for the invitation by email coming shortly. Tuesday, January 31, 7:00 PM
JW Restaurant
4107 Harborview Drive
30 spots available... and they're going quickly!
 Please contact the office for more information. |
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Inclement Weather
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Whew! We saw some crazy weather this week! Please remember we do not follow the Peninsula School District for delays and closures. Refer to schoolreport.org, gigharboracademy.org, the GHA main office phone message (253-858-6225) and Facebook for the most up to date information. As always, please use your best judgement based on the conditions in your area.  |
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Cheers... To Our Success!
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The Inn at Gig HarborMarch 31, 2012
This week at Auction Central procurement letters are being sent to area business who historically have given goods and services to the GHA auctions in the past. If you have any new ideas, frequent a local business that may be interested in donating, or feel like pounding the pavement to procure items for the auction, please let us know in the office. Gig Harbor Academy... A place where everybody knows your name and
they're always glad you came!
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Volunteer Opportunities
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BASKETS! BASKETS! BASKETS!
As part of the silent portion of the auction, donating a themed basket is a great way for your family to contribute to this year's auction. If you are interested in procuring one of the following themed baskets, please let us know in the office!
* Kids Ice Cream Sundae Birthday Party *
* Family Movie Night *
* 4th of July Barbeque *
* Gourmet Chef *
* Spa Day *
* Pampered Pets * Many more volunteer opportunities abound!
Please see Niki or Cristina for details.
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Applications and Re-Enrollment
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GHA Open House
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Saturday, January 28th
1:00 - 3:00 PM
Gig Harbor Academy Campus
Please stop by the office if you are willing to help distribute Open House advertising cards in the community. Over 6,000 cards were sent by mail and we could use help placing them at businesses throughout the area.
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Extra! Extra!
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Look for Gig Harbor Academy advertisements running regularly in the "Choose to Learn" section of the Tacoma News Tribune and "Talk of the Town" in the Peninsula Gateway.
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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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First Grade Field Trip
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Mrs. J and her great group of First Graders headed north to the Seattle Children's Theater last Thursday for a performance of
A Year With Frog and Toad.
There's nothing quite like live theater!
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Technology
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Miss Jenny Buys has some good advice for us this week:
Apps 101: What To Know Before You Download
As parents turn to their smartphones more and more as a source of information and entertainment, a world of potential unknowns await. This article gives us some tips on what to look for in the wide world of apps and downloads. Click on the above link for this interesting article. |
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Weather Updates
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Our School/Childcare follows the policies of Gig Harbor Academy for inclement weather delays and closures. Please refer to schoolreport.org for the most up to date information, or call the Childcare office for more information.
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Parent Education Seminar
| Gig Harbor Academy Campus
Saturday, January 21st 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM |
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SFN Snack Sale Hosted By Faculty & Staff
| Thursday, January 26th
For $1.00 you can purchase yummy treats provided by the Faculty and Staff. 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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Open House
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Gig Harbor Academy Open House
Saturday, January 28th
1:00 - 3:00 PM
GHA Campus, all are welcome!
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Popcorn Sales
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Thursday, February 2nd 
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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Kimball Espresso Gallery & Cafe
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 Kimball Espresso Gallery & Cafe6950 Kimball Drive Gig Harbor, WA 98335 253.858.2625
 Handcrafted espresso drinks, smoothies, shakes, frappe's and pastries, plus a casual cafe menu of sandwiches, soup, salads. Free Wi-fi, comfy seating and the best barista in Gig Harbor! |
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Art Show
|  Symbolism in Still Life
An exhibition of still lifes from local artists (including GHA's very own Lisa Mellinger) addressing themes of culture, identity, justice, morality, and politics.
The Gallery at Tacoma Community College January 3 - March 16, 2012 Monday - Friday, 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Admission is free. Gallery/Exhibit Information 253.460.4306 Click here to for more information.
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Piano Teacher Enrolling New Students
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 Would you or your child like to learn to play the piano? Barbara Lutzewitz is an experienced piano teacher seeking new students. Barb's teaching approach is eclectic; teaching note reading with some influence from her years of also teaching the Suzuki Method. She is enthusiastic, patient and has a high regard for each individual. Whether you are an adult returning to the piano or a new student, Barbara would love to work with you! Located between Wauna and Key Center. Call or email Barbara today.
Barbara Lutzewitz (Sam, Jade & Ayla Mohit's Nana)
253-514-5454 | Barbara's Email (click here)
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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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