HOME VISITS ARE VIRTUAL
Home Visits will again be virtual this year from Wednesday, October 20th through Friday, October 22nd. Sign-ups will open Monday, September 27th! You will sign up for one time slot per child. Pick-a-time closes on Oct. 8. The link will be emailed and texted out on Monday. Remember there are only a few evening slots so make sure to register asap if you need one of them. Thanks!
TRANSPORTATION UPDATE
Because of the significant delays and cancellations of some bus routes, we will now be offering the following:
• Bus 4 & 5 families will hear from Family Ministries to see if there’s interest in forming carpool groups. (Carpools will be reimbursed by Hope and need to provide a copy of a driver’s license, proof of insurance and a background check). If you are willing to pick up other students, please email Michelle Vanderveen at michellevanderveen@hopeschool.org!
• We will waive fees for those Families needing before or after school care due the need to drive their students because of busing issues.
• If you are willing to have your students ride MTC we will reimburse for Sept and Oct at the current rate of $1 per ride when a student submits a paper receipt/transfer from MTC. *Anyone in a household with a student receiving Free or Reduced Lunch (FRL) is eligible to receive this reduced fare. For details & to apply, go to TAP – Metro Transit.
Thank you for your continued patience and grace! Minneapolis Public Bus services continues to be understaffed. To locate your student’s bus please call 612-668-2300.
PHILLIPS NEIGHBORHOOD CLEAN SWEEP
House Service event – Come join many other community organizations to help clean up our neighborhood on Saturday, October 9th from 9 am – 12 pm. Family members count for House points too! Meet us at Welna Ace Hardware. Breakfast and lunch will be served. https://www.facebook.com/events/341382741044132?ref=newsfeed
MAP TESTING
It’s that time of the year! Grades 6-9 will have MAP testing October 4-8. Grades 2-5 will have MAP testing on October 11-15. Make sure your student comes well rested and prepared to do their best!
CULTURAL HARMONY CORE VALUES
Hope Academy believes that God’s love has the power to create unity across cultures, ethnicities, income levels, and political parties. As believers we have the distinct joy of pursuing a higher calling—to love God and each other, even and especially in our differences. As we celebrate and learn about different cultures this year, we wanted to share our 4 main Cultural Harmony core values:
Imago Dei: We are captured by God’s beautiful, biblical vision for cultural diversity where all people and cultures are treasured and celebrated as creations of God.
Lament: We lament the painful legacy of sins of racism and discrimination, and we are committed to fighting prejudice in every form, personally and systemically.
Courage: We believe the gospel of the forgiveness of sins infuses our pursuit of cultural harmony with hope and courage to face sins of bias, abuse of power and prejudice whenever we are tempted to despair.
Community: We believe racial harmony happens through building meaningful relationships where we are intentional about hearing and empathizing with one another’s stories.
HEALTH & SAFETY
Current COVID staff cases: 1
Current COVID student cases: 2 US and 3 LS
Number of current classes moved to Distance Learning = 1 LS Class
Need to get tested for COVID? Click here to find the nearest testing location to you.
Click here for our Health & Safety FAQ. If you contract COVID or are exposed to someone with COVID, please follow this document and reach out to our Health Assistant, Ms. DaVonne Cottrell at 612-540-2822. Masks are still required for staff & students.
POWERSCHOOL
PowerSchool account info is coming Wednesday, September 29th! You will be able to check your child’s real-time attendance, assignments, grades, and more! An email will be sent out from communications@hopeschool.org with your parent login information. The PowerSchool app is also available free in the app store! hopeschool.powerschool.com
END OF DAY CHANGES
Need to last minute pick up your child from school? Or send them home on the bus? If your child’s regular end-of-day transportation needs to change between busing and parent pick up, you MUST call the office by 3 pm. This timing allows the student lists to change and teachers to be informed so we can keep track of everyone. If you call after 3 pm, we may not be able to make that change.
NO PARKING REMINDER
When dropping off your student or picking them up, please do not use the Chicago Avenue entrance after 9:30am or before 4:45pm. We have 10 buses that need to park to drop off and pickup students. Also please do not park when you are using the parent pickup area by Peavey Park. You must get you student in your vehicle and leave immediately. If you need to visit the building you must either park in off street parking near the school or use the PEI ramp. We understand parking around here is difficult, but we need to keep these areas clear at the appropriate times. Thank you for your understanding.
MOMS CONNECT
It’s not too late to join our Hope Academy Mom’s Bible Study! Wednesdays from 10 am – 12 pm in room 141. The first meeting was Sept 22 but you can join at any time. No registration necessary. We’d love to see you there!
PICTURE DAY *POSTPONED*
Picture day has been POSTPONED. It is no longer September 13th. The new date is November 12th and Retake Day will be December 7th. We appreciate your flexibility! LifeTouch has a shortage of photographers and needed to be pushed back. Thank you!
ACADEMIC SUPPORT CENTER (ASC)
The Upper School Academic Support Center will be open in the cafeteria before school Monday through Friday from 7:45-9:45 a.m. The after school Academic Support Center will also be open Monday through Thursday from 4:30-5:30 p.m.
FALL ATHLETIC EVENTS
Cheer on our Lions at a Hope Academy fall sporting event!
Soccer: Boys & Girls JV/Varsity Soccer Schedule
Football: SMB Wolfpack – Football | Teams | MSHSL
Cross Country: Minnehaha Academy Athletic Calendar
Youth Sports: All youth sports(K-7) schedules are listed on the Hope Academy Team App.
PARENT DROP OFF & PICK UP
Gym entrance on E. 22nd Street
Morning Drop-Off: 9:45 – 9:55 am
Afternoon Pick-Up:
LS: Starts at 4:15 pm and US: 4:25 pm
In the mornings, students dropped off before 9:30 will be sent to Before School Care Program (and charged). Parents may bring their children to the Gym entrance between 9:30-9:45, where they will be supervised until the doors open at 9:30. If they come to the main/front doors between 9:30-9:45, they will be sent to Before School Care Program (and will charged). If a Lower School student (not enrolled in after care) is not picked up by 4:45 pm they will be sent to after school care and billed $10 for every 15 minutes late. Note: All changes in transportation for your students need to be called in to the office before 3 pm. Thanks!
TECHNOLOGY HELP
Want to submit a tech ticket? Have questions about Microsoft TEAMS or want to ensure your internet runs smoothly? Check out our Technology FAQ’s page! https://hopeschool.org/technology-faq/
Please remember that using the borrowed device is a privilege and not a right. You and your student are responsible for the borrowed device until you return it at the end of the year. Click here to read the Borrowed Device handbook.
LUNCH MENU
A USDA federal waiver is granting all students free meals (breakfast & lunch) for the 2021-22 school year! Click here to view the September Breakfast & Lunch menu!
BEFORE & AFTER SCHOOL CARE
Morning Program: 7:45 – 9:45 am
Afternoon Program: 4:15 – 5:30 pm
Both morning & afternoon programs are offered Monday through Friday (on school days) for K-5th graders. This is a relaxed time of social interaction and play for students K-5. For daily & monthly rates, and to register go to https://hopeschool.org/before-after-school-care/.
UNIFORMS
This school year we are making a renewed effort to make sure that all K-12 students are wearing approved uniforms and accessories (like belts and shoes). Parents, make sure your student is in their proper uniform before they come to school each day. Donald’s is our official Hope Academy uniform provider! Click here to view our uniform requirements by grade. Any clothing items with an asterisk * MUST be purchased from Donald’s. Other items can be purchased from other stores! Donald’s ordering options: 1. Go to their website, 2) order by phone (651-776-2723) or 3) Go to the Donald’s retail store: 972 Payne Ave St. Paul, MN 55130
TEXT NOTIFICATIONS
To receive Hope Academy text notifications, opt-in by texting “Yes” to 67587. Communication will also be emailed & added to the Hope Happenings every Friday!
SIGN UP FOR SECURLY TODAY!
Ever wondered how to control what your child sees on the internet?
Well good news! Hope Academy has partnered with a software company called Securly to help do just that.
As a parent, you can manage your child’s Securly settings and see what they are working on in real time! You can begin your journey via the Securly website: https://securly.com/parent-login or you can setup in the Securly App!
Read More…
HOME VISITS ARE VIRTUAL
Home Visits will again be virtual this year from Wednesday, October 20th through Friday, October 22nd. Sign-ups will open Monday, September 27th! You will sign up for one time slot per child. Pick-a-time closes on Oct. 8. The link will be emailed and texted out on Monday. Remember there are only a few evening slots so make sure to register asap if you need one of them. Thanks!
TRANSPORTATION UPDATE
Because of the significant delays and cancellations of some bus routes, we will now be offering the following:
• Bus 4 & 5 families will hear from Family Ministries to see if there’s interest in forming carpool groups. (Carpools will be reimbursed by Hope and need to provide a copy of a driver’s license, proof of insurance and a background check). If you are willing to pick up other students, please email Michelle Vanderveen at michellevanderveen@hopeschool.org!
• We will waive fees for those Families needing before or after school care due the need to drive their students because of busing issues.
• If you are willing to have your students ride MTC we will reimburse for Sept and Oct at the current rate of $1 per ride when a student submits a paper receipt/transfer from MTC. *Anyone in a household with a student receiving Free or Reduced Lunch (FRL) is eligible to receive this reduced fare. For details & to apply, go to TAP – Metro Transit.
Thank you for your continued patience and grace! Minneapolis Public Bus services continues to be understaffed. To locate your student’s bus please call 612-668-2300.
MAP TESTING
It’s that time of the year! Grades 6-9 will have MAP testing October 4-8. Grades 2-5 will have MAP testing on October 11-15. Make sure your student comes well rested and prepared to do their best!
CULTURAL HARMONY CORE VALUES
Hope Academy believes that God’s love has the power to create unity across cultures, ethnicities, income levels, and political parties. As believers we have the distinct joy of pursuing a higher calling—to love God and each other, even and especially in our differences. As we celebrate and learn about different cultures this year, we wanted to share our 4 main Cultural Harmony core values:
Imago Dei: We are captured by God’s beautiful, biblical vision for cultural diversity where all people and cultures are treasured and celebrated as creations of God.
Lament: We lament the painful legacy of sins of racism and discrimination, and we are committed to fighting prejudice in every form, personally and systemically.
Courage: We believe the gospel of the forgiveness of sins infuses our pursuit of cultural harmony with hope and courage to face sins of bias, abuse of power and prejudice whenever we are tempted to despair.
Community: We believe racial harmony happens through building meaningful relationships where we are intentional about hearing and empathizing with one another’s stories.
HEALTH & SAFETY
Current COVID staff cases: 1
Current COVID student cases: 2 US and 3 LS
Number of current classes moved to Distance Learning = 1 LS Class
Need to get tested for COVID? Click here to find the nearest testing location to you.
Click here for our Health & Safety FAQ. If you contract COVID or are exposed to someone with COVID, please follow this document and reach out to our Health Assistant, Ms. DaVonne Cottrell at 612-540-2822. Masks are still required for staff & students.
END OF DAY CHANGES
Need to last minute pick up your child from school? Or send them home on the bus? If your child’s regular end-of-day transportation needs to change between busing and parent pick up, you MUST call the office by 3 pm. This timing allows the student lists to change and teachers to be informed so we can keep track of everyone. If you call after 3 pm, we may not be able to make that change.
NO PARKING REMINDER
When dropping off your student or picking them up, please do not use the Chicago Avenue entrance after 9:30am or before 4:45pm. We have 10 buses that need to park to drop off and pickup students. Also please do not park when you are using the parent pickup area by Peavey Park. You must get you student in your vehicle and leave immediately. If you need to visit the building you must either park in off street parking near the school or use the PEI ramp. We understand parking around here is difficult, but we need to keep these areas clear at the appropriate times. Thank you for your understanding.
MOMS CONNECT
It’s not too late to join our Hope Academy Mom’s Bible Study! Wednesdays from 10 am – 12 pm in room 141. The first meeting was Sept 22 but you can join at any time. No registration necessary. We’d love to see you there!
PICTURE DAY *POSTPONED*
Picture day has been POSTPONED. It is no longer September 13th. The new date is November 12th and Retake Day will be December 7th. We appreciate your flexibility! LifeTouch has a shortage of photographers and needed to be pushed back. Thank you!
FALL ATHLETIC EVENTS
Cheer on our Lions at a Hope Academy fall sporting event!
Soccer: Boys & Girls JV/Varsity Soccer Schedule
Football: SMB Wolfpack – Football | Teams | MSHSL
Cross Country: Minnehaha Academy Athletic Calendar
Youth Sports: All youth sports(K-7) schedules are listed on the Hope Academy Team App.
PARENT DROP OFF & PICK UP
Gym entrance on E. 22nd Street
Morning Drop-Off: 9:45 – 9:55 am
Afternoon Pick-Up:
LS: Starts at 4:15 pm and US: 4:25 pm
In the mornings, students dropped off before 9:30 will be sent to Before School Care Program (and charged). Parents may bring their children to the Gym entrance between 9:30-9:45, where they will be supervised until the doors open at 9:30. If they come to the main/front doors between 9:30-9:45, they will be sent to Before School Care Program (and will charged). If a Lower School student (not enrolled in after care) is not picked up by 4:45 pm they will be sent to after school care and billed $10 for every 15 minutes late. Note: All changes in transportation for your students need to be called in to the office before 3 pm. Thanks!
TECHNOLOGY HELP
Want to submit a tech ticket? Have questions about Microsoft TEAMS or want to ensure your internet runs smoothly? Check out our Technology FAQ’s page! https://hopeschool.org/technology-faq/
Please remember that using the borrowed device is a privilege and not a right. You and your student are responsible for the borrowed device until you return it at the end of the year. Click here to read the Borrowed Device handbook.
LUNCH MENU
A USDA federal waiver is granting all students free meals (breakfast & lunch) for the 2021-22 school year! Click here to view the September Breakfast & Lunch menu!
BEFORE & AFTER SCHOOL CARE
Morning Program: 7:45 – 9:45 am
Afternoon Program: 4:15 – 5:30 pm
Both morning & afternoon programs are offered Monday through Friday (on school days) for K-5th graders. This is a relaxed time of social interaction and play for students K-5. For daily & monthly rates, and to register go to https://hopeschool.org/before-after-school-care/.
UNIFORMS
This school year we are making a renewed effort to make sure that all K-12 students are wearing approved uniforms and accessories (like belts and shoes). Parents, make sure your student is in their proper uniform before they come to school each day. Donald’s is our official Hope Academy uniform provider! Click here to view our uniform requirements by grade. Any clothing items with an asterisk * MUST be purchased from Donald’s. Other items can be purchased from other stores! Donald’s ordering options: 1. Go to their website, 2) order by phone (651-776-2723) or 3) Go to the Donald’s retail store: 972 Payne Ave St. Paul, MN 55130
TEXT NOTIFICATIONS
To receive Hope Academy text notifications, opt-in by texting “Yes” to 67587. Communication will also be emailed & added to the Hope Happenings every Friday!
SIGN UP FOR SECURLY TODAY!
Ever wondered how to control what your child sees on the internet?
Well good news! Hope Academy has partnered with a software company called Securly to help do just that.
As a parent, you can manage your child’s Securly settings and see what they are working on in real time! You can begin your journey via the Securly website: https://securly.com/parent-login or you can setup in the Securly App!
Read More…
HOME VISITS ARE VIRTUAL
Home Visits will again be virtual this year from Wednesday, October 20th through Friday, October 22nd. Sign-ups will open Monday, September 27th! You will sign up for one time slot per child. Pick-a-time closes on Oct. 8. The link will be emailed and texted out on Monday. Remember there are only a few evening slots so make sure to register asap if you need one of them. Thanks!
TRANSPORTATION UPDATE
Because of the significant delays and cancellations of some bus routes, we will now be offering the following:
• Bus 4 & 5 families will hear from Family Ministries to see if there’s interest in forming carpool groups. (Carpools will be reimbursed by Hope and need to provide a copy of a driver’s license, proof of insurance and a background check). If you are willing to pick up other students, please email Michelle Vanderveen at michellevanderveen@hopeschool.org!
• We will waive fees for those Families needing before or after school care due the need to drive their students because of busing issues.
• If you are willing to have your students ride MTC we will reimburse for Sept and Oct at the current rate of $1 per ride when a student submits a paper receipt/transfer from MTC. *Anyone in a household with a student receiving Free or Reduced Lunch (FRL) is eligible to receive this reduced fare. For details & to apply, go to TAP – Metro Transit.
Thank you for your continued patience and grace! Minneapolis Public Bus services continues to be understaffed. To locate your student’s bus please call 612-668-2300.
PHILLIPS NEIGHBORHOOD CLEAN SWEEP
House Service event – Come join many other community organizations to help clean up our neighborhood on Saturday, October 9th from 9 am – 12 pm. Family members count for House points too! Meet us at Welna Ace Hardware. Breakfast and lunch will be served. https://www.facebook.com/events/341382741044132?ref=newsfeed
MAP TESTING
It’s that time of the year! Grades 6-9 will have MAP testing October 4-8. Grades 2-5 will have MAP testing on October 11-15. Make sure your student comes well rested and prepared to do their best!
CULTURAL HARMONY CORE VALUES
Hope Academy believes that God’s love has the power to create unity across cultures, ethnicities, income levels, and political parties. As believers we have the distinct joy of pursuing a higher calling—to love God and each other, even and especially in our differences. As we celebrate and learn about different cultures this year, we wanted to share our 4 main Cultural Harmony core values:
Imago Dei: We are captured by God’s beautiful, biblical vision for cultural diversity where all people and cultures are treasured and celebrated as creations of God.
Lament: We lament the painful legacy of sins of racism and discrimination, and we are committed to fighting prejudice in every form, personally and systemically.
Courage: We believe the gospel of the forgiveness of sins infuses our pursuit of cultural harmony with hope and courage to face sins of bias, abuse of power and prejudice whenever we are tempted to despair.
Community: We believe racial harmony happens through building meaningful relationships where we are intentional about hearing and empathizing with one another’s stories.
HEALTH & SAFETY
Current COVID staff cases: 1
Current COVID student cases: 2 US and 3 LS
Number of current classes moved to Distance Learning = 1 LS Class
Need to get tested for COVID? Click here to find the nearest testing location to you.
Click here for our Health & Safety FAQ. If you contract COVID or are exposed to someone with COVID, please follow this document and reach out to our Health Assistant, Ms. DaVonne Cottrell at 612-540-2822. Masks are still required for staff & students.
POWERSCHOOL
PowerSchool account info is coming Wednesday, September 29th! You will be able to check your child’s real-time attendance, assignments, grades, and more! An email will be sent out from communications@hopeschool.org with your parent login information. The PowerSchool app is also available free in the app store! hopeschool.powerschool.com
END OF DAY CHANGES
Need to last minute pick up your child from school? Or send them home on the bus? If your child’s regular end-of-day transportation needs to change between busing and parent pick up, you MUST call the office by 3 pm. This timing allows the student lists to change and teachers to be informed so we can keep track of everyone. If you call after 3 pm, we may not be able to make that change.
NO PARKING REMINDER
When dropping off your student or picking them up, please do not use the Chicago Avenue entrance after 9:30am or before 4:45pm. We have 10 buses that need to park to drop off and pickup students. Also please do not park when you are using the parent pickup area by Peavey Park. You must get you student in your vehicle and leave immediately. If you need to visit the building you must either park in off street parking near the school or use the PEI ramp. We understand parking around here is difficult, but we need to keep these areas clear at the appropriate times. Thank you for your understanding.
MOMS CONNECT
It’s not too late to join our Hope Academy Mom’s Bible Study! Wednesdays from 10 am – 12 pm in room 141. The first meeting was Sept 22 but you can join at any time. No registration necessary. We’d love to see you there!
PICTURE DAY *POSTPONED*
Picture day has been POSTPONED. It is no longer September 13th. The new date is November 12th and Retake Day will be December 7th. We appreciate your flexibility! LifeTouch has a shortage of photographers and needed to be pushed back. Thank you!
ACADEMIC SUPPORT CENTER (ASC)
The Upper School Academic Support Center will be open in the cafeteria before school Monday through Friday from 7:45-9:45 a.m. The after school Academic Support Center will also be open Monday through Thursday from 4:30-5:30 p.m.
FALL ATHLETIC EVENTS
Cheer on our Lions at a Hope Academy fall sporting event!
Soccer: Boys & Girls JV/Varsity Soccer Schedule
Football: SMB Wolfpack – Football | Teams | MSHSL
Cross Country: Minnehaha Academy Athletic Calendar
Youth Sports: All youth sports(K-7) schedules are listed on the Hope Academy Team App.
PARENT DROP OFF & PICK UP
Gym entrance on E. 22nd Street
Morning Drop-Off: 9:45 – 9:55 am
Afternoon Pick-Up:
LS: Starts at 4:15 pm and US: 4:25 pm
In the mornings, students dropped off before 9:30 will be sent to Before School Care Program (and charged). Parents may bring their children to the Gym entrance between 9:30-9:45, where they will be supervised until the doors open at 9:30. If they come to the main/front doors between 9:30-9:45, they will be sent to Before School Care Program (and will charged). If a Lower School student (not enrolled in after care) is not picked up by 4:45 pm they will be sent to after school care and billed $10 for every 15 minutes late. Note: All changes in transportation for your students need to be called in to the office before 3 pm. Thanks!
TECHNOLOGY HELP
Want to submit a tech ticket? Have questions about Microsoft TEAMS or want to ensure your internet runs smoothly? Check out our Technology FAQ’s page! https://hopeschool.org/technology-faq/
Please remember that using the borrowed device is a privilege and not a right. You and your student are responsible for the borrowed device until you return it at the end of the year. Click here to read the Borrowed Device handbook.
LUNCH MENU
A USDA federal waiver is granting all students free meals (breakfast & lunch) for the 2021-22 school year! Click here to view the September Breakfast & Lunch menu!
UNIFORMS
This school year we are making a renewed effort to make sure that all K-12 students are wearing approved uniforms and accessories (like belts and shoes). Parents, make sure your student is in their proper uniform before they come to school each day. Donald’s is our official Hope Academy uniform provider! Click here to view our uniform requirements by grade. Any clothing items with an asterisk * MUST be purchased from Donald’s. Other items can be purchased from other stores! Donald’s ordering options: 1. Go to their website, 2) order by phone (651-776-2723) or 3) Go to the Donald’s retail store: 972 Payne Ave St. Paul, MN 55130
TEXT NOTIFICATIONS
To receive Hope Academy text notifications, opt-in by texting “Yes” to 67587. Communication will also be emailed & added to the Hope Happenings every Friday!
SIGN UP FOR SECURLY TODAY!
Ever wondered how to control what your child sees on the internet?
Well good news! Hope Academy has partnered with a software company called Securly to help do just that.
As a parent, you can manage your child’s Securly settings and see what they are working on in real time! You can begin your journey via the Securly website: https://securly.com/parent-login or you can setup in the Securly App!
Read More…
REMINDERS
