News from the Nest
Summary: Arbor Heights Monthly Family Newsletter
Arbor Heights Monthly Family Newsletter
From the Principal’s Perch
Returning from Spring Break always feels like the start of a sprint to the end of the school year. As the days get sunnier, it can start to feel like summer is right around the corner (I always get tricked)! The final weeks are full of exciting opportunities for students, including field trips, assemblies, and celebrations.
Yesterday, we had the pleasure of welcoming volunteers for an afternoon tea to express our gratitude. If you were unable to attend, please know how much we appreciate all you do to support our students and help make Arbor Heights such a special place.
In the announcements section below, you’ll find information about many upcoming events. We look forward to a joyful and busy end to the school year together!
Principal Porto
Key Dates
- Every Monday: Junior Seahawk Pride, Wear your AHE Gear
- Every Wednesday: Early dismissal, 1:10 p.m.
- Every Friday: Fan Friday (no costumes)
- April 27 – May 1: Safety Week! See Important Announcements for more information
- Tuesday, April 28: School Bus Driver Appreciation Day
- Wednesday, April 29: 1:10 – 2:15pm, Paper Boat Book Fair in AHE library
- Thursday, April 30: 5:00 – 7:00pm, STEAM Night and Book Fair
- Friday, May 1: School Lunch Hero Appreciation Day
- May 4 -8: Teacher Appreciation Week
- Wednesday, May 6: School Nurse Appreciation Day
- Wednesday, May 6: Bike & Roll to School Day Important Announcements for more information
- Friday, May 8: Popcorn Friday
- Tuesday, May 12: 8:30 – 9:30am, Incoming Kinder Families Tour (call the front office to RSVP)
- Thursday, May 21, 5:00 – 7:00pm, AHE Art Walk
- Monday, May 25: Memorial Day NO SCHOOL
- Tuesday, May 26: 8:30, 5th grade Instrumental Music Performance (families welcome)
Announcements
Safety Week at Arbor Heights – April 27
We will be celebrating Safety Week to help reinforce the importance of keeping everyone physically safe at school. Throughout the week, students will review safety expectations, practice an Earthquake Drill, celebrate our very own Safety Patrol, and learn from community partners who help keep us safe.
As part of this week, there will be a police cruiser (and K-9) on campus Monday morning and a fire truck on campus Friday. Families may see these on the playground or in the parking lot during those times. We look forward to a week of learning and practicing how to stay safe together!
Spring Book Fair
We will be partnering with local bookstore Paper Boat Booksellers for this year’s book fair. Proceeds will benefit our school library. The book fair will be closed during the school day and open for family shopping after school and during STEAM night. See below for shopping times, and hope to see you there!
BOOK FAIR HOURS
- Wednesday, April 29th 1:10-2:15
- Thursday, April 30th 2:25-3:30 and 5:00-7:00 during STEAM night
SBA Testing Update
This week, students in grades 3–5 began SBA testing and completed the ELA assessments on Tuesday and Thursday. Next week will be reserved for make-up testing. Math assessments will take place on May 12 and May 14.
Thank you for helping ensure students are well-rested and ready to do their best!
Walk, Bike & Roll to School Day – May 6
We’re excited to host Walk, Bike & Roll to School Day again on May 6. Just like last time, students and families are invited to meet Principal Porto at the corner of 41st Ave SW and SW 102nd Streetto walk, ride, or roll together to school. Students must be supervised by families until we reach the school gates.
We will also meet bus riders at school and invite all students to walk laps together until the first bell rings. We look forward to another fun and active morning together!
Explorations Day – June 5
Our second Explorations Day is coming up on June 5! Students have already begun choosing their classes with teachers, and we’re excited for another day full of creativity, learning, and joy.
We are currently looking for family volunteers to support classes. If you’re interested, please complete the interest form, and Principal Porto or Assistant Principal Haider will connect you with the teacher leading that class.
Explorations Day is always a student favorite—we’d love for you to be part of the experience! skills so they can have a future full of opportunities.
Arbor Heights Breakfast and Lunch
Breakfast and Lunch are available for purchase every day.
Information about Free or Reduced Student meals
Please note that SPS Culinary Services does their best to follow the planned menu, but last-minute changes may occur.
PTSA Updates
Upcoming Events
Friday, March 20
- TODAY – Last day for fuchsia basket sales. Order now!
- April 25 – Spring Garden Work Party, 10am – Noon
- April 28 & 29 – Parents’ Night Out @ The Westy
- April 30 – S.T.E.A.M. Night
For more information, check out our website.
S.T.E.A.M. Night
Thursday, April 30 from 5-7pm
- Thank you to the 4 people who have signed up to volunteer! We need 10 more helpers.
- Thank you for your RSVP! So far 125 students and 133 adults plan to attend.
Teacher Appreciation Week: May 4-8
Look for an email from your Hawkeye early next week with ways to encourage our teachers.
