January 30, 2025
EARLY CHILDHOOD & LOWER SCHOOL PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES - NO SCHOOL FOR EARLY CHILDHOOD AND LOWER SCHOOL ONLY | January 31
EARLY DISMISSAL | February 6
SPEECH MEET | February 11
NO SCHOOL | February 14-17
FIELD TRIPS FUNDRAISER
We are excited to add two more fundraising efforts for our 7th and 8th grade field trip and our Rhetoric School field trip. Students, Faculty, and Staff members are welcome to dress down for $2 on Thursday, February 13, and Tuesday, February 25. Jeans and athletic pants are permitted, however, leggings are not. All proceeds from the dress-down days directly fund the field trips.
THE GRIFFIN RUNDOWN
Did you know our podcast is full of resources? We encourage you to explore the episode notes for each "Griffin Rundown" to find recommended books, articles, and websites. Tune in every Tuesday for new episodes addressing important issues for families and Heritage culture topics. This week, our series on technology wraps up. Mr. Nees discusses devices and social media with Dr. Jason Valley and the cost on our kids. Listen here!
ADMISSIONS EVENTS
Do you know someone interested in Classical Christian Education? Invite them to join us for one of our Campus Preview Days in February and March. It's a wonderful opportunity to experience our community and learn more about our unique approach to education. Visit the Admissions Events page on our website for more information.
IT’S NOT TOO LATE TO TURN YOUR OHIO TAX DOLLARS INTO HCA SCHOLARSHIPS!
Heritage has been actively raising awareness about the Ohio taxpayer credit available through the Ohio Christian Education Network Scholarship Granting Organization (OCEN SGO). This tax credit allows Ohio taxpayers to direct their tax dollars toward student scholarships.
Last year, our students benefited from $300,000 in scholarship funding through this initiative. If every Heritage family participates this year, we can double that amount to $600,000!
Please consider redirecting your Ohio tax dollars today to support our students. Learn more here. If you have questions or need assistance with your OCEN SGO account, please contact our V.P. of Development, Mr. Rick Eimers, at rick.eimers@heritageclassicalacademy.org.
IMPORTANT UPDATES TO EDCHOICE, OCEN SGO SCHOLARSHIPS, AND TUITION ASSISTANCE
Our Head of School, Mr. David Nees, sent all parents an email on January 28 with important updates on financial aid for the 2025–2026 school year. Click here to view a copy.
ONLINE PRAYER MEETINGS
Please join us in praying with other Heritage parents, teachers, and administrators. Tuesday’s group meets at noon on Zoom. Thursday’s group meets at 8:15 a.m. via Teams.
Meeting ID: 841 3066 5990 Meeting ID: 287 430 164 757
Passcode: griffin Passcode: 694Yu6MQ
HERITAGE APP
Download the Heritage app to stay updated on all the latest information from Heritage.
NO SCHOOL JANUARY 31
Please note that there will be no classes held for the Lower School tomorrow, January 31, due to Parent-Teacher Conferences. If you have any questions or need further information, please contact your child's teacher directly.
SPEECH AND OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY EVALUATIONS
McKibben and Monte will conduct Speech and Occupational Therapy evaluations on February 21. For more information and registration details, please click here.
OUTDOOR RECESS
Please send your students with outdoor gear every day. Recess will be outside as often as possible. Students should come to school prepared for outdoor recess and are encouraged to bring snow gear in the winter months to take full advantage of our playground and field areas.
SPEECH MEET
The Speech Meet is on February 11 — it is important for students to be memorizing their speeches! Please encourage your child to practice daily. Additionally, please ensure that your child is familiar with the introduction guidelines and any other specific requirements for their category.
LUNCH & RECESS VOLUNTEER SIGN-UPS
Sign-ups are available below for 2025! Please prayerfully consider helping with lunch and recess. If you are able to devote a portion of your day to volunteering, it would be greatly appreciated. In cases of extreme weather, we may have indoor recess. It’s always beneficial to have extra hands for helping and an additional set of eyes for observing. Thank you in advance for being willing to serve HCA in this way!
NO SCHOOL JANUARY 31
Please note that there will be no classes held for the Lower School tomorrow, January 31, due to Parent-Teacher Conferences. If you have any questions or need further information, please contact your child's teacher directly.
HERITAGE ATHLETICS
We encourage you to visit the Athletics page on our website, where you will find the Club and Athletic calendars. We invite you come out and cheer on our Griffins basketball teams!
SPEECH MEET
The Speech Meet is on February 11 — it is important for students to start memorizing their speeches! Please encourage your child to practice daily. Additionally, please ensure that your child is familiar with the introduction guidelines and any other specific requirements for their category.
OUTDOOR RECESS
Please send your students with outdoor gear every day. Recess will be outside as often as possible. Students should always be dressed for outdoor recess and are encouraged to bring snow gear in the winter months to take full advantage of our playground and field areas.
LUNCH & RECESS VOLUNTEER SIGN-UPS
Sign-ups are available below for 2025! Please prayerfully consider helping with lunch and recess. If you are able to devote a portion of your day to volunteering, it would be greatly appreciated. In cases of extreme weather, we may have indoor recess. It’s always beneficial to have extra hands for helping and an additional set of eyes for observing. Thank you in advance for being willing to serve HCA in this way!
HOUSE MEETINGS | February 7
6th GRADE COLONIAL BALL | February 10
RHETORIC SEMINAR | February 21
COLLEGE FAIR | February 26
SCHOLE | February 28
11TH GRADE ACT
The ACT will be administered on campus on the morning of Thursday, February 27, and students will be dismissed for the day at 11:30 a.m. Practice tests are also available for at-home preparation.
PARENT-TEACHER CONFERENCES
Parent Teacher Conferences tomorrow, January 31, are for Lower School only. Upper School will still have classes that day and the shuttle will run as normal.
PHILADELPHIA FIELD TRIP FORM
Parents of 7th and 8th graders should complete the permission form for the Philadelphia trip and register with Nowak Tours. Registration information from Nowak is in the email sent on January 24 by Scott Hatteberg. The first payment of $100 is due on February 7.
Ohio Christian School Playoffs Have Started for the Middle School Basketball Teams! Varsity playoffs will start in the beginning of February.
BASKETBALL MIDDLE SCHOOL PLAYOFF UPDATES
The boys' middle school team played their first-round game against First Baptist Elyria this past Monday. They had a hard-fought game that went into overtime, but First Baptist narrowly edged out HCA. The girls' middle school team faced Wooster Christian and had a strong showing, advancing to the second round. Their second-round opponent and match time are to be determined.
TRACK & FIELD
Get ready to hit the track! Whether you're a seasoned athlete or just starting out, now is the perfect time to join our Track and Field team. Register here to secure your child's spot.
TRACK & FIELD INFORMATIONAL MEETING
Did you miss the Track and Field Informational Meeting? You may view the recording by clicking here.