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Hampden Charter School of Science 20 Johnson Road Chicopee, MA 01022 Phone. (413) 593-9090 Fax. (413) 294 2648
[email protected] www.hampdencharter.org
February 24, 2016
Dear Parents and Guardians, Here are some of the upcoming events and reminders: There will be a Middle School Dance on Friday, February 26th from 6-8:30pm! We do not need chaperons, but please make sure that you pick up your students at the correct time. Admission is $2 and you can buy tickets at lunch or at the door! For more information, please refer to the attachment below. The admissions process for the 2016-2017 school year has begun! Please take a minute to complete the attached Re-Enrollment Form and return it to the main office by March 9, 2016. Please go to our website and take the Parent Survey. Your feedback is greatly appreciated! http://www.hampdencharter.org/apps/news/article/527212 The next PTO Meeting will be held on Saturday, February 27th from 12:00-1:00 pm in the HCSS Teacher’s Lounge. If your student attends Saturday School, this is a great opportunity to attend a PTO Meeting! Thank you for your support!
Brittany Ross Activity Coordinator
[email protected] | 413.593.9090 ext 203
Join us on Friday, February 26 Middle School Dance All middle schoolers are welcome! $2 admission 6:00-8:30 There will be snacks, music, dancing and more! Dress Code: Casual/Appropriate School Dress Down Ask Mr. Mansfield or Ms. Ross if you have any questions.
Mentoring Program ½ way point Celebration!!! All current Mentors & Mentees are invited Thursday February 25th During Study Hall
Pizza & Refreshments will be provided
Collect. Donate. Make a difference
NOW – FEBUARY 27 TEENS FOR JEANS
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Recycle Your Blues! Over a million young people experience homelessness in the U.S. every year. One item they often request? A pair of jeans.
HS STUCO is taking part in Do Something.org’s campaign in holding a denim jean drive. Drop in any pair of denim jeans in the specially marked boxes located in front of the main office or the cafeteria. As
HAMPDEN CHARTER SCHOOL OF SCIENCE 20 Johnson Road, Chicopee, MA 01022
Important News From The Nurse February 24, 2016
I would like to inform you that we have had a few cases of Strep Throat in the building. Individuals with Strep Throat may present the following: o o o o o
Red and swollen tonsils/throat Sore or “scratchy’ throat Difficulty swallowing Headache and/or stomach ache fevers
Strep Throat is caused by bacteria and can be easily spread to others. It is very important that individuals wash their hands and avoid touching their faces, especially their mouths. It is also important that individuals cover their coughs and sneezes with tissue or their inner elbow. Strep Throat is diagnosed with a lab test done by a healthcare professional. Antibiotics are used to treat Strep Throat. It can resolve within days to weeks. As a reminder, any student diagnosed with Strep Throat must remain out of school until they have been on antibiotics for 24 hours-this is school policy. If you have any questions, or if your child is diagnosed with Strep Throat, please contact me at (413) 593-9090 x 208 or
[email protected]. Thank you for your help with this matter.
There has also been the presence of viruses causing flulike symptoms which include fever above 100.1, severe congestion and cough, body aches, chills, and extreme tiredness. Some of the current viruses cause nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. Again, it is very important that individuals wash their hands and avoid touching their faces, especially their mouths. It is also important that individuals cover their coughs and sneezes with tissue or their inner elbow. Students should not be sharing drinks with each other. As a reminder, any student with fevers above 100.1, and/or vomiting or diarrhea, must remain out of school until they have been symptom free for 24 hours without the use of medications to prevent the symptoms-this is school policy. If you have any questions, or if your child is experiencing the above symptoms, please contact me at (413) 593-9090 x 208 or
[email protected]. Thank you for your help with this matter.
~Nurse Gemme
VERY IMPORTANT REMINDER… MEDICATIONS IN SCHOOL: A reminder to all students and parents that students ARE NOT PERMITTED to carry medications of ANY KIND on them in school. This includes over-the-counter medications including, but not limited to, cough drops, skin ointments, pain relievers, and cold medications. This is not just a school regulation but a state law instituted for the safety and wellbeing of our students and staff. If a student needs a medication that the school does not supply, parents can bring the medication to the nurse with the appropriate form completed. There is a Doctor/Parent Medication authorization form for any meds that are not supplied by the school/ordered by the school physician. There is also a parent authorization form for the meds that are ordered by the school physician and supplied by the school. For your convenience these forms are included in this flier and can be located in the Nurse’s Corner of the School’s website. Any medications brought to the nurse must be in the original container. If they are a prescription medication, the prescription label must be attached and Nurse’s office and administered by the Nurse or appropriately trained delegate.
PLEASE MAKE SURE YOUR CHILD DOES NOT BRING MEDICATIONS TO SCHOOL.
~Nurse Gemme (and Administration)
H AMPDE N C HARTE R S CHOO L
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Hampden Charter School of Science 20 Johnson Road Chicopee, MA 01022 Phone. (413) 593 9090 Toll Free: 1-844-509-9090 Fax. (413) 294 2648
[email protected] http://www. hampdencharter.org
HCSS RE-ENROLLMENT FOR 2016-2017 The admissions process for school year 2016-2017 has begun. In order to determine how many new students we will be able to accept, we need to know the status of current families. Please take a minute to complete the attached information and return it to the main office by March 9, 2016. You can also e-mail Louise Hendrickson at
[email protected] or fax the completed form. If you have any questions, please ask Ms. Hendrickson.
Current Student’s Name
YES
HOLD
NO
enroll for 2016-2017
Please hold our slot while we explore other options
do not enroll 2016-2017
Parent(s) Name(s) Address: (Street & House/Apt. #)
(City)
Phone: (
(State)
)
( (Home)
Cellular: (
)
(Zip code)
) (Work)
E-mail: SIBLING PREFERENCE FOR THE LOTTERY:
Siblings of current HCSS students receive preference for open spaces at HCSS. If your child has a sibling who will be applying for the 2016-2017 school year, please provide: Full Name:
Birth Date:
Grade Level for 2016-2017:
NOTE: YOU WILL NEED TO COMPLETE AN ON-LINE APPLICATION FOR THIS CHILD PRIOR TO MARCH 9, 2016.
Hampden Charter School of Science shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, creed, sex, ethnicity, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age, ancestry, athletic performance, special need, proficiency in the English language or a foreign language, or prior academic achievement.
H AMPDE N C HARTE R S CHOO L
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S CIENC E
Hampden Charter School of Science 20 Johnson Road Chicopee, MA 01022 Phone. (413) 593 9090 Toll Free: 1-844-509-9090 Fax. (413) 294 2648
[email protected] http://www. hampdencharter.org
HCSS Parent Survey 2015-2016 1- HCSS has a friendly and welcoming atmosphere.
Strongly Disagree
Disagree
Neutral
Agree
Strongly Agree
2- HCSS is supportive of parents, and concerns are handled in a timely manner. Strongly Disagree Disagree Neutral Agree Strongly Agree 3- I am pleased with the academic progress of my student. Strongly Disagree Disagree Neutral Agree
Strongly Agree
4- There is a level of respect between students and staff at HCSS. Strongly Disagree Disagree Neutral Agree
Strongly Agree
5- HCSS prepares students to do well on classroom, district, and assessments. Strongly Disagree Disagree Neutral Agree Strongly Agree 6- My student is given challenging work at HCSS. Strongly Disagree Disagree Neutral
Agree
Strongly Agree
7- My student is able to get extra help if needed. Strongly Disagree Disagree Neutral
Agree
Strongly Agree
8- I understand the rules and expectations for my student's behavior. Strongly Disagree Disagree Neutral Agree
Strongly Agree
9- HCSS promotes a drug-free environment. Strongly Disagree Disagree Neutral
Strongly Agree
Agree
10- HCSS ensures a safe and orderly environment both inside the building and outside on school grounds. Strongly Disagree Disagree Neutral Agree Strongly Agree 11- HCSS is neat, clean, and well- maintained. Strongly Disagree Disagree Neutral
Agree
Strongly Agree
12- HCSS teaches students to value respect and appreciate differences in others. Strongly Disagree Disagree Neutral Agree Strongly Agree 13- Teachers and staff members care about my child and inspire his/her best efforts. Strongly Disagree Disagree Neutral Agree Strongly Agree 14- The HCSS staff and I work well together as a team. Strongly Disagree Disagree Neutral
Agree
Strongly Agree
15- Families from all backgrounds have the opportunity to participate in school activities. Strongly Disagree Disagree Neutral Agree Strongly Agree 16- I am given the opportunity to have input with teachers and staff regarding the behavioral expectation of HCSS students. Strongly Disagree Disagree Neutral Agree Strongly Agree 17- In addition to report cards, teachers and staff regularly inform me on how my student is doing. Strongly Disagree Disagree Neutral Agree Strongly Agree 18- I feel comfortable expressing my opinion or speaking up at school meetings. Strongly Disagree Disagree Neutral Agree Strongly Agree 19- Do you feel your child has equal access to all programs offered at HCSS regardless of race, color, sex, gender identity, religion, national origin, limited English proficiency, sexual orientation, disability, or housing status? Yes No (If "NO", please provide your suggestion.) _____________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________ 20- Which language is your student most interested in learning: Chinese French Spanish
Turkish
Other ______________________________ 21- I am satisfied with overall school performance. Strongly Disagree Disagree Neutral 22- Other Comments:
Thank you for taking the survey! Hampden Charter School of Science
Agree
Strongly Agree
