GHA
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% of Participation
Board = 100%
Families = 81%
Class Participation T/TH = 60%
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 Kimball Espresso
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Parent Resources
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iBlankie
Soundsfunmom.com
 ParentMap.com
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Head of School Introduction
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After a five month long national search process, Gig Harbor Academy announces the selection of Darcie Bigelow as the new Head of School effective July 1, 2012. Ms. Bigelow will replace Interim Head Bruce Shoup, who has led the school from 2010-2012.
Ms. Bigelow has 35 years of experience in elementary education, including 20 years as Principal of Centennial Elementary in the Olympia School District and 5 years as a consulting principal coach throughout western Washington.
To learn more about Darcie, please click on the below links:
Bio
Educational Philosophy
Welcome, Darcie!
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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. Tuesday, January 31, 7:00 PM
JW Restaurant
4107 Harborview Drive
Only 10 spots left... and they're going quickly! Please contact the office for more information. |
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Fourth Grade Valograms
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It's that time of year again to order your Valograms, sponsored by Mrs. G's Fourth Grade. The treats will be sold through PRE ORDERS only, look for the pink order forms to come home this Friday. Delivery will be to the classroom on Valentine's Day.
25 cents each: 3 heart erasers, chocolate lips or pencil 50 cents each: bracelet, Sweethearts or 4 temporary tattoos $1: rubber duck with hearts $2: stuffed monkey (at right) Please return order forms by Tuesday, February 7 to the envelopes located in each classroom or directly to the 4th Grade classroom. Payment is due at time of order, make checks payable to Gig Harbor Academy. The proceeds from sales go towards student driven campus initiatives, help support that entrepreneurial spirit! Please contact the office with any questions. |
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Parent Education Seminar - NEW DATE
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 The Parent Education Seminar
has been rescheduled for Saturday, March 17th. Registration is still open, please contact the office for more details or click on the image to the right for registration forms. |
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Chess4Life
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Snow make up day:
FRIDAY, MARCH 23
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Correction
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 The GHA main office phone number was incorrectly listed in last week's newsletter. Please call 253-265-2150 for the most up to date recorded message with regard to weather delays and closures.
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Cheers... To Our Success!
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The Inn at Gig HarborMarch 31, 2012
As many of you know, there is an endless to do list when it comes to producing our annual auction. This week, the office is discussing the invitations and working on parent gift ideas. Additionally, class projects are underway and the creativity is amazing this year!
Thank you to Imka Lavinder and Marlene Druker for helping contact businesses with procurement letters and emails.
Gig Harbor Academy... A place where everybody knows your name and
they're always glad you came!
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Request
|  In order to be considered for a donation from the Pacific Northwest Ballet, the request must come from a current member of PNB. If you or someone you know is a member and would like to procure from them on behalf of GHA, it would be greatly appreciated! Please contact the office if you are able to help with this request.
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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! Click on the above image for more information about why procurement is so important. Thank you.
* 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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THIS Saturday, January 28th
1:00 - 3:00 PM
Gig Harbor Academy Campus
Please encourage your friends and neighbors to stop by this Saturday for a personalized campus tour. We hope to see many current families to tour the classrooms, as well.
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Gig Harbor EDGE
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Many of you may have recently received by mail the premier edition of the new monthly publication Gig Harbor EDGE. The paper works in conjunction with Cities Unite, an organization which helps local businesses connect with the community and other business professionals. A large article was featured in the first addition about Gig Harbor Academy. Additionally, an article written by GHA parent and design professional Brett DeSantis was printed. A copy is available to read in the office.
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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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Kindergarten
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2012 Year of the Dragon
On Monday, the Kindergarten class celebrated a "2-hour delayed" Chinese New Year. The students wrote their names using Chinese characters, made Chinese lanterns and watched Ancient China on BrainPop Jr.. They also discussed the animals on the Chinese zodiac, completed a China geography lesson, ate with chopsticks at lunch, listened to The 5 Chinese Brothers with our friends in Pre-K, looked at photos from Mrs. Felton's trip to Shanghai to visit her son, and discussed Chinese New Year traditions! They especially loved their stuffed dragons and red, lucky money envelopes!
Gung Hay Fat Choy!
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Spanish
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 Currently in Spanish class the students began working on letters to their Columbian pen pals. GHA students will be communicating with students of similar ages throughout the school year. They may even have the opportunity to Skype with their new friends!
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A Message From Miss Rose...
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 We started off the month of January learning about Winter, which the children were able to experience first hand last week. They were very excited to share stories on Monday about all the snow and ice at their house. Arctic animals will be our theme for the next two weeks. |
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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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Winemaker's Dinner
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 Tuesday, January 31st
7:00 - 10:00 PM
JW Restaurant
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SFN Meeting
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 February 1st
9:05 AM, GHA Library
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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Moving Up Day
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Wednesday February 8th
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SFN Snack Sale Hosted By SFN
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For $1.00 you can purchase yummy treats provided by the SFN. 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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Metro Parks Tacoma
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Aquatic nighttime adventure! Observe hundreds of mysterious and alien-looking creatures drawn to underwater lights placed under our docks. See and touch creatures brought up from the deep by local divers.
Click above image for more information, dates and registration.
Thank you Julie Dugan for getting this info to us.
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Kindermusik with Chanda Morris
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Kindermusik 2012
Tuesdays at
Harbor Dance in Gig Harbor
January 31 - May 29
Village
Cock-A-Doodle-Moo/Dew Drops
0-18 months
9:30 - 10:15
Our Time
Away We Go
1 1/2 - 3 years
10:30 - 11:15
Imagine That!
Toys I Make, Trips I Take
3 - 5 years
1:15 - 2:00
Cost $220.00 (15 week semester)
Includes all home materials.
or call 253.906.3002
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Naval Undersea Museum
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Click here for more information.
Thank you Janice Bryant for the tip!
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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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