Jul 2014

Getting ready for the new school year

I don’t know about you, but I am already a little tired of seeing and hearing the back-to-school hype on TV and the radio. It’s true that school resumes at La Paloma Academy on Thursday, July 31st, so it is time to start getting geared up for your children to resume their educations.

It’s my belief that a key to preparations for starting a new school year should be getting your children organized prior to the start of school. I know that the teachers and staff at La Paloma Academy are in the midst of getting organized, as well for the start of the new school year.

Jul 2014

The La Paloma Advantage

We are always looking for ways in which to improve academic achievement, especially in the areas of reading and mathematics. According to recent research, programs that were designed to enhance social and emotional support among children also improved academic performance.

Jun 2014

August Title 1 Summer Workshop Date Announced for Parents

Don’t Wait…Enroll Today!

The June 26th chapter of our Title 1 Summer Workshop series has been moved to August 13th. There is still room for you to attend! Sign up today and help your child become a better student. La Paloma is dedicated to helping parents encourage a love of learning in their child. We aim to positively affect students’ behaviors and interests from what they learn in school.

August 13 · 5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Fostering a Lifelong Love of Reading in Your Child
This workshop is for parents of children ranging from kindergarten to 8th grade. The workshop will include a free book for each family in attendance.

May 2014

June Title I Workshops for Parents

Parents Don’t Wait…Enroll Today!

All three workshops will be from 5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. and a free spaghetti dinner is included, along with free child care, if needed. Because education doesn’t stop when the dismissal bell rings, La Paloma is offering these workshops to help parents foster a love of learning in their child and reinforce at home what has been learned in school.

May 2014

Let’s go Camp-ing!

Parents, school is almost out. What will your children do all day? Research has shown that if students don’t have academic stimulation over the summer, they return to school one month academically behind.

May 2014

Helping children cope with change

News flash: We’re almost at the end of another school year! As if anyone needing reminding, right? Our school is busy wrapping up lesson plans and planning graduation ceremonies. At such a busy time, it’s easy to overlook a child who might be struggling with the emotions that often come at the end of a school year.

Apr 2014

Show some love to your library!

Have you been to the library lately? The teachers and staff here at Heritage have been focused lately on the importance of preparing for AIMS testing as well as honing students’ skills in math and reading. This can extend to non-school hours, too! Local libraries are a great resource for parents and students in both regards.

Apr 2014

‘Every Day Counts’ in school

We are in the midst of our best weather of the year and summer vacation is just around the corner. Though the school year is coming to a close, we wanted to remind parents that attendance in these last few weeks are just as important as they are at the beginning of the year.

Mar 2014

Munching on math

AIMS – yes, it’s that time of year again. Even though this is the last year that AIMS tests will be given in our schools, students still need to be fully prepared. One of the best things you can do is make sure your student is well-rested and has a good breakfast on testing days.