Community Resources for the HSA Family

Today’s economy clearly challenges us.  If we have a job, we’re still struggling or know someone who has lost a job or is facing costs that simply overwhelm their family budget.

We have assembled these resources for families hit by financial stress and economic surprises.  Please feel free to pass these resources to anyone in need of assistance.  

Also, please let us know any resources you find, share with us your ideas for what we can do as a school family, and keep us aware of groups that may be helping families right now.  We’ll update these resources continually, and we’ll post a copy on our web site.

COMMUNITY RESOURCES

•       Durham County Department of Social Services

        Family Crisis Unit - (919) 560-8301 or (919) 560-8302

•       Salvation Army - (919) 688-7306

•       White Rock Baptist Church - (919) 688-8136

•       Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Raleigh - (919) 286-1964

•       http://www.needhelppayingbills.com/html/north_carolina_assistance_prog.html

via: www.envelopelimited.com

Showdown at the Resource Ranch Presentation Tomorrow

The National Theatre for Children will visit the Academy Friday, November 1 to demonstrate their newest program “Showdown at the Resource Ranch,” sponsored by Duke Energy. Through this program, every family in our school can sign up for a FREE Resource Reward kit from Duke Energy. 

These kits contain several tools to help you save resources and energy at your home and save up to $200 on your energy bill every year! To sign up for kits or view official contest rules and FAQs, visit ResourceReward.org. Kits can also be ordered by filling out a postage-paid form found in Resource Ranch workbooks (sent to students and teachers at school), or by calling 1-855-386-9548.

Parent-Teacher Conference Day - Tuesday, October 29

Parent-Teacher Conferences will be held throughout the day October 29, and report cards will be distributed. (There will be no school for students.) Parent-Teacher conferences are a vital tool to promote communication between the school and home. 

Teachers have been sending home additional information regarding conferences along with conference sign-up information. If you have not done so, please schedule your appointment NOW. Call the school at 919-956-5599.

via: www.cms.k12.nc.us

Emily K Center Family Movie Night - Tomorrow, Oct. 18

Tomorrow is Family Movie Night at the Emily K Center! We’ll spend the evening with Michael, Bugs, and all their friends as they "hoop it up" on the big screen in our gymnasium during a special showing of Space Jam.

When: Friday, October 18 | Doors Open at 6:30 p.m. | Movie Starts at 7:00 p.m.

Where: Emily K Center Gymnasium – 904 W. Chapel Hill Street, Durham

Cost: Free The event is open to everyone and admittance is free, so please spread the word and bring others. We’ll provide free popcorn and concessions. You’ll want to bring a blanket or lawn chairs so you can sit comfortably.

HSA to walk in the NCCU Homecoming Parade

Healthy Start Academy will participate in North Carolina Central University’s Homecoming Parade on Saturday, October 19. 

The parade begins at 9:00 a.m. at Hillside High School and ends at the intersection of Lawson and Fayetteville Streets. Dr. McCormick, students, and staff will walk in the parade route. A special THANK YOU to board member and PTO President Ms. Claudine Thompson for the use of her truck during the parade.

Congratulations, Teacher & Student of the Month!

October Teacher of the Month

Ms. Alycia Crews is Healthy Start Academy’s October Teacher of the Month. Ms. Crews holds a Masters degree in Education Technology from North Carolina Central University, graduating Summa Cum Laude. Ms. Crews now serves her alma mater as an adjunct professor. Ms. Crews is in her fourth year of teaching at the Academy. Ms. Crews serves the Academy as the Information Technology Specialist and Reading Interventionist. In her spare time, Ms. Crews possesses a willing attitude and is a team player. She also enjoys spending time with family and friends. Congratulations Ms. Crews, our October Teacher of the Month.

Elementary Student of the Month is James Newton IV

James is in Kindergarten. He comes to school daily prepared to learn, continues to grow in all subject areas, and exemplifies a joyful learner at school. He is able to go around the school independently to run errands to various teachers/staff at school. James displays a great deal of respect for adults and students that he comes into contact with daily. He is focused on getting as much out of his education as possible. James displays the skills of a future leader, and he leads by example. Congratulations James, the Academy’s Elementary Student of the Month.

Working With Your Child’s Teachers

Many teachers say that they often don’t receive information from parents about problems at home. Many parents say that they don’t know what the school expects from their children – or from them.

We at Healthy Start Academy truly love your student. We don’t judge – we want to make life better when he’s struggling.

Here are some guidelines that will help you help your child succeed in school.

When should I talk with my child’s teacher?

• Early and often. Contact your child’s teacher or teachers at the beginning of the year or as soon as you can. Get acquainted and show your interest.

• Tell teachers what they need to know about your child. If he/ she has special needs, make these known from the beginning.

• If you notice a big change in your child’s behavior, school performance or attitude during the school year, contact the teacher immediately.

• Call the teacher if your child doesn’t understand an assignment or if he needs extra help to complete an assignment.

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