Update on Back to School Night Dates
Update! Save the Dates – Back to School Nights for the 2026-27 School Year. There has been a correction on 6th Grade. Please note 6th grade will meet on July 23rd at 5:00pm. Thank you!
Save the Dates for July 2026
We look forward to welcoming families to our July 2026 Back-to-School Nights. Please save the dates and join us to start the 2026-27 school year strong together.
Hedenkamp News
We have so much to celebrate and be proud of as a school community. Our 3rd through 6th grade students impressed us with their incredible performances in last week’s music events, showcasing their dedication, talent, and hard work. A special thank you to our outstanding music teachers, Mr. Blocker and Mr. Abellar, for their leadership…
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It is an exciting time at Hedenkamp as we enter the final stretch of the school year! Our campus is filled with energy, celebrations, and memorable opportunities for our Huskies to shine and reflect on all they have achieved. We are proud to celebrate our co-ed soccer team for finishing a fantastic season filled with…
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As the school year quickly comes to a close, many exciting events and activities are just around the corner for our Huskies. It’s amazing how fast the year has gone by, and as we get ready to wrap up another memorable chapter, there is still so much fun and learning ahead! Please remember that there…
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As we wrap up a truly star-studded Staff Appreciation Week, we are filled with gratitude for the incredible generosity, support, and kindness from our amazing community. On behalf of our entire school staff, thank you for every thoughtful gesture, whether it was delicious treats, drinks, beautiful flowers, heartfelt messages, or generous gifts. Your kindness made…
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Staff Appreciation Week is Here! At Hedenkamp, we know our entire staff is the true cast and crew behind your child’s success, with each person playing an important role in helping them shine and become their best self. This week, we are rolling out the red carpet for our 80 plus incredible staff members with…
Lights, Camera…Appreciation!
Next week, we roll out the red carpet for our Hedenkamp staff stars during Staff Appreciation Week! Check out the flyer below for fun daily ways families can help celebrate the incredible staff members who help our Huskies learn, grow, and shine each day.
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Thank you to our families for your participation in our Earth Day learning and celebrations. It was wonderful to teach our Huskies about caring for our planet and celebrating the importance of protecting the Earth. We also had a joyful time honoring our military connected students at Friday’s Ice Cream Social, and their excitement made…
PTA Elections Meeting Update
PTA Elections Meeting is happening now. We apologize we were having technical difficulties.Here’s the new Zoom Link: https:/l.us06web.zoom.us/j/.81859323181? pwd=7sx9usPg4vhVl-hbdfZDWTfWhXEsDnO.1Meeting ID: 818 59323181Passcode: 176663
Last Day to Order Yearbooks!
Today is the final day to purchase a yearbook. The online yearbook shop is open for one last opportunity today, Monday, April 20. Don’t miss out on your final chance to secure a keepsake filled with special moments and lasting memories from this school year! Click on the link: https://shop.yearbookmarket.com/hedenkampelementaryschool
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Boots, buckaroos, and big smiles filled the night at our PTA Family Dance on Friday! Our community came together for an evening full of music, laughter, and lots of school spirit. A huge shout‑out to our amazing PTA for creating such a memorable event, and to our Husky who made a special appearance and added…
Yearbook Sales has been Extended!
Good news!!! You get more time! Yearbook sales have been extended to Monday, April 20th, so be sure to purchase your Hedenkamp yearbook by April 20th to secure your copy. Don’t miss out on this treasure! Order yours today for $55 using the link or QR code.
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It was wonderful to welcome all of our Huskies back on campus last week! We hope everyone enjoyed a strong start to Quarter 4 and is settling back into the rhythm of school. As we move through this final stretch of the year, there are many exciting moments and updates ahead. We look forward to…
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We hope you all had a great two‑week break and enjoyed spending time with family and friends. Our staff has missed our Huskies and can’t wait to welcome everyone back on Monday, April 6th, as we kick off Quarter 4! We’re excited to jump into Quarter 4 and all the wonderful events as we finish…
Last Chance to Grab Your Yearbook at $50
We hope everyone is enjoying their Spring Break! 🌷Just a quick reminder that today, March 31st, is the final day to purchase the 2025–2026 yearbook for $50.The price increases tomorrow, April 1st, so be sure to order yours while this price is still available! Order here: https://shop.yearbookmarket.com/hedenkampelementaryschool
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We’re looking forward to our final week of learning for Quarter 3! Our English Learners in grades 2–6 are finishing up their ELPAC assessments, and we’ll be celebrating “ShamROCK” spirit day on Tuesday. We deeply appreciate the focused learning and perseverance our Huskies have shown this quarter. With only five days left, let’s make it…
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We had such a joyous time celebrating literacy during Read Across America last week! Our classrooms jumped into all kinds of reading fun, from curling up with cozy books, to hearing about our staff’s reading journeys and favorite places to dive into a story, to swapping books so students could share their favorites and pass…
6th Grade Huskies Submit Your Baby Photo!
If your student is in the 6th grade, it’s time to send in their baby photo for the 25–26 yearbook! All current 6th graders are invited to submit one baby picture to be featured in a special section in the yearbook dedicated just for 6th grade. Email your high-resolution photo to Yearbook@hedenkamphuskies.org and be sure to include your 6th…
Family Movie Night is tomorrow, March 5th!
Join us tomorrow from 4:30-6:00 PM in the Hedenkamp MPR for a fun showing of Zootopia 2! For faster entry please make sure you have your Raptor app ready. Click link if you need to setup up your Raptor: https://hedenkamp.wpcomstaging.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/raptor-visitor-safe-flyer-2025_FNL1-1.pdf Entrance is free, concessions for purchase, opportunity drawings, and a great time for all! All…
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Read Across America is Here We are thrilled to have our Huskies join in our Read Across America Literacy Celebration beginning Monday, March 2, 2026. Throughout the week, we will honor our shared love of reading and celebrate the wonderfully diverse readers across our campus. Please review the information below for details on our spirit…
Family Movie Night – March 5th
Join us on March 5th from 4:30-6:00 PM in the Hedenkamp MPR for a fun showing of Zootopia 2! Free entry, concessions for purchase, opportunity drawings, and a great time for all! All proceeds support our YMCA fundraiser! We can’t wait to see our Husky families there!
Parent Workshop on Executive Functioning -March 3
Join us for our Executive Functioning Parent Workshop on Tuesday, March 3, at 9:00 a.m. in the Hedenkamp MPR. All Hedenkamp families are welcome! This free session will be presented by Brain Balance®, who will introduce key executive-functioning skills and share simple, practical strategies families can use to support organization, time management, motivation, and problem-solving.…
Co-ed Soccer Tryouts are next week!
MARCH 2 & 3 @ 3:30-5:00PM Bring water, athletic shoes and clothes. All students participating must have their parent/guardian fill out the application.Link: https://leadhedenkampelementary.jumbula.com/LEADClubs20252026Q3/CoEdSoccerAssessments
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Thank you for a wonderful week during Kindness Week. It was truly heartwarming to see our Huskies sprinkling kindness around campus and sharing about the people who have been kind to them. Their joy and compassion made our school shine. Be sure to read the blog each week for updates, as we have many events…
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Kindness Week is Here This week is Kindness Week at Hedenkamp, and we’re excited to celebrate together! Each day will feature a special spirit day to help students show their school pride and spread positivity. We’ll wrap up the week with a Kindness Sprinkling during Friday morning arrival in the main parking lot, sharing encouragement…
Kids Heart Challenge Extended
Hi Hedenkamp Heart Heroes! We’ve extended Kids Heart Challenge to Friday February 20th! We need 277 more students to sign up to UNLOCK an extra $500 in givebacks to our school from the American Heart Association for PE and Recess equipment and are $1,121 away from seeing our Principal’s do the Ice Bucket Challenge and $5,121 away from seeing our classroom…
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We’re excited for a wonderful week of learning ahead, especially as we send our 6th graders off to camp! Please ensure your child arrives on time each day. We anticipate a higher volume of traffic during Monday morning arrival, so please plan extra time accordingly. A reminder that there is no school on Friday, February…
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As we finish another week as a Husky community, we want to express our heartfelt appreciation for each of our students. Your energy, kindness, and hard work brighten our campus every day. We are equally grateful to our wonderful families for your unwavering support, partnership, and encouragement—your presence truly makes a difference in every Husky’s…
Volunteers Needed for the Spelling Bee!
We could really use your help! Please consider volunteering for Hedenkamp’s Spelling Bee this Friday, January 30. We also have another opportunity to volunteer for our second Spelling Bee next Friday, February 6. Thank you in advance for supporting our Huskies! Click here to sign up to volunteer.
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We appreciate your continued support as we prepare for the next steps in our Safe Campus rollout. This is a friendly reminder that our soft launch begins on Monday, January 26, with official implementation beginning on February 2nd. We want to make sure everyone has the information they need for a smooth transition. All information…
LAST CHANCE – Family GLOW Art Night!
Last Chance to get your Glow Art Paint Night Tickets for this Friday, January 23rd! We have a few spots still available. Enjoy a fun-filled evening that includes a watercolor and glow‑painting class along with a glowing art display. Tickets are available for $30 each or $50 for two. Click the link, select “Donate,” enter…
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We loved welcoming our students back after Winter Break! Their smiles, enthusiasm, and positive energy have made the start of the new year truly wonderful. Just a quick reminder there will be no school on Monday, January 19, 2026, in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day. We hope your family honors and celebrate…
Family GLOW Art Night-January 23!
Join us for an exciting GLOW Art Paint Night on Friday, January 23rd! Enjoy a fun-filled evening that includes a watercolor and glow‑painting class along with a glowing art display. This family‑friendly event welcomes participants of all ages, and all proceeds support our YMCA Annual Campaign. The event is presented by Hedenkamp’s VAPA Art Program,…
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Happy New Year, Hedenkamp families and friends! We’re so excited to welcome everyone back to campus this week. We hope your break was restful and that you enjoyed a wonderful start to the new year with those you love. We truly missed our Huskies and can’t wait to see them return on January 13th. We’re…
Winter Break is Here!
Thank you for making the the first half of the year truly amazing! As we close out this remarkable chapter, our hearts are full of gratitude for each member of our incredible school community. Your dedication and support make every day a great day to be a Husky! With winter break just around the corner,…
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What an extraordinary month for our Huskies! We are bursting with excitement and gratitude for the incredible accomplishments across our community. From the inspiring generosity shown in our toy drive to the volleyball team’s journey to the finals and the football team’s spectacular championship victory, our students have truly outdone themselves! These milestones and acts…
OPEN PTA Positions
We have exciting opportunities to join our PTA Executive Board, and we’d love for you to be part of this amazing team! The following positions are open: These roles are essential to keeping our events fun, our funding strong, and our community thriving. If you’re passionate about supporting our students and staff, this is your chance…
We Need Your Input on Prop 28
We’d love to hear your thoughts! Please take a moment to check out the Prop 28 flyer and share your input using the link below. Your feedback helps us make the best decisions for our students and our arts education. Thank you so much for being part of our school community and supporting our programs!…
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Our Huskies had an amazing week back on campus! Thank you for making sure your child comes to school each day prepared and ready to learn. We truly appreciate your ongoing support for our students, staff, and community. As we approach the final two weeks of the second quarter, there are many exciting events happening…
Cocoa, Coffee, & Our Husky
Join us for one last celebration of 2025! Enjoy a chance to connect with others, sip on coffee or hot cocoa, and support our community. Families who bring an unwrapped gift will receive a digital or printed photo from our Husky photo booth. All students are welcome to join the fun in the MPR on…
Celebrate Giving Tuesday Today!
Celebrate the spirit of generosity today by giving to the Hedenkamp YMCA. Together, we can spark meaningful change and strengthen an organization that enriches and empowers our community. What better way to honor Giving Tuesday than by participating in our Coin Jar Fundraiser, which has been extended through this week! Remind your child they can…
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Behavior Focus of the Month: Kindness This month, we’re shining a spotlight on the K in HUSKY—Kindness. Kindness is the foundation of a strong, caring community, and by making it our priority, we create an environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Kindness isn’t just about big gestures, it’s the small, everyday actions that make…
Happy Thanksgiving Break
We hope everyone enjoys a wonderful Thanksgiving break with family and friends! We are thankful for our Huskies and the opportunity to be part of their learning journey. A big thank you to our families for your continued support at home. Students will return on Monday, December 1, for a full day of learning with…
Military Mingle Tomorrow
We look forward to honoring all of our military families tomorrow morning in our MPR!
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November is the Month of the Military Family, and we are honored to celebrate the incredible strength and dedication of our military families. These families make countless sacrifices in support of our country, and their resilience and commitment inspire us every day.We are excited to continue honoring them at our Military Mingle this Wednesday, November…
Military Mingle this Wednesday
We’re honoring the heart of our school community: OUR MILITARY FAMILIES! Join us for a warm and welcoming Military Appreciation Breakfast on Wednesday, November 19 at 8:00 AM in the Hedenkamp MPR. All service members, along with the family members who support them, are invited to enjoy breakfast, connection, and our deepest thanks!!! We are…
Coin Jar Fundraiser-YMCA Annual Campaign
We’re excited to launch our YMCA Annual Support Campaign for 2025 with a Coin Jar Fundraiser! Each classroom has a coin jar for donations. The top primary and upper grade classes with the most donations will earn a PJ-Movie Party! Deadline is November 20, 2025. Through generous donations, the YMCA ensures every child and family…
Reminder: School Tomorrow + Chance to Win Prizes!
Hello Huskies! We’re aiming for 95%+ attendance tomorrow, Monday! Show up & honor our veterans with your presence. All students who attend will be entered into a drawing for prizes:Principal for 15 minutes or Front of Line Pass (lunch).We can’t wait to see our Huskies tomorrow!
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As we observe Veterans Day this week, we want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to all our military veteran families for their service and sacrifice. Your dedication and bravery have made a profound impact on our community and our country. This month, we also celebrate Military Family Month, recognizing the strength and resilience of the…
Veterans Day Observed Tuesday
As we honor Veterans Day and celebrate Military Family Month, we want to ensure everyone is aware of next week’s schedule: Thank you for your attention to these dates and for helping us honor the service and sacrifice of our military families!
Literary Pumpkin Pick up
Hello Hedenkamp Families!Please pick up any Literary Pumpkin contest submissions by the end of the day, Tuesday, November 4th! Thank you!
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Red Ribbon Week kicks off at Hedenkamp on Monday! It’s a meaningful time to reflect on the purpose behind this national campaign and to celebrate making healthy choices. We encourage families to take a moment to learn about the history of Red Ribbon Week and check out the details below for our Hedenkamp Spirit Days.…
Coffee with the Principals
Hello Hedenkamp Families!We you hope can join us tomorrow, 10/29, at 9:00 a.m. in Room 504. Topics:
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A heartfelt thank-you to our Hedenkamp community for joining us at our Husky Howl last Friday. The evening was filled with joy, laughter, and family fun. It is always such a gift to watch our students, families, and even returning alumni come back to celebrate together each year. The vibrant spirit on campus was a…
Husky Howl Reminders
🎃 The countdown is ON, Huskies! 🎉🕓 Mark your calendars: Oct 24th from 4 to 8 PM is our spook-tacular Husky Howl Bash and here’s what you need to know before you ghost in 👻💚 ✅ Be your best Husky self✅ Kids under 18 must bring a grown-up✅ Pets stay home (we love them, but safety first!)✅ Everyone’s welcome – bring lawn chairs & blankets…
ELAC Meeting Tomorrow, 10/24 @ 8 AM
Hello Hedenkamp Families! If your child speaks another language at home, such as Spanish or another language, that means the ELAC Committee is for you! Join us tomorrow, Friday, October 24th, at 8:00 AM in Room 408 to discuss goals, objectives, and available programs for supporting MultilingualEnglish Learners.
📚 Literacy Pumpkins Deadline Extended! 🎃
We’ve been blown away by the amazing pumpkin entries we received yesterday—thank you to everyone who has participated so far! 🧡 To give more of our Huskies a chance to join the fun, we’re extending the deadline for the Literacy Pumpkins Contest to Thursday, 10/23. If you didn’t bring your pumpkin on Monday, please bring…
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October is Filipino American History Month, a time to recognize and honor the rich heritage, history, and cultural contributions of the Filipino American community. We are proud to have many families with Filipino roots as part of our Hedenkamp school family. Throughout the month, we encourage everyone to take time to learn more about the…
Husky Howl is Upon Us
We’re excited to welcome our Hedenkamp families to this year’s Husky Howl on Friday, October 24! It’s always a special evening filled with fun, community spirit, and lasting memories. To help you prepare, we’ve gathered all the important information in one place. Whether you’re planning to attend or interested in volunteering, please take a moment…
Hedenkamp Elementary
We’d like to extend our heartfelt thanks to all our families for making the return to Quarter 2 such a success! It was wonderful to see our students back on campus, and your continued support and cooperation mean the world to us. We’re looking forward to a quarter filled with meaningful learning, growth, and shared…
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We hope everyone is having a wonderful fall break! We’re looking forward to welcoming our Huskies back on Tuesday, October 7. Please note that Tuesday is a minimum day. TK/Kindergarten dismissal is at 1:25 PM and 1st–6th grade dismissal is at 1:55 PM. Don’t forget to check our school blog every week for the latest…
Fall Break is Here!
Thank you to all our families for helping us kick off an amazing start to the school year in Quarter 1! As we head into fall break, please note that school will be closed from Monday, September 22 through Monday, October 6. Classes will resume on Tuesday, October 7, which will be a minimum day:…
Last Call to Join our PTA
Hola Familias, ¡aquí hay un mensaje especial de nuestra asociación de padres y maestros de Hedenkamp (PTA). Nuestro objetivo es 400 miembros de la PTA para el 19 de septiembre… ¡y ya estamos a mitad de camino en 200! Cada grado escolar tendrá una clase ganadora y las clases ganadoras tendrán la oportunidad de arrojar…
Last of Book Fair-Today
TODAY (Thursday, 9/18) is the final day of our Book Fair! Be sure to stop by and pick up some new stories before the shelves close at 4pm. Thank you for helping our readers grow, and happy book shopping!
PTA Membership Challenge!
Families, our goal is 400 PTA members by September 19… and we’re already halfway there at 200! Every grade will have a winning class & those winning classes will get the chance to slime, pie, or dunk the principals!!! You don’t want your class to miss out on this! But here’s the real reason to join: PTA membership…
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We were thrilled to welcome so many grandparents to campus for our Grandparents Day celebration on Wednesday! It was a joy to see families come together, sharing smiles and being a part of our school memories. A big thank you to our amazing staff for all their hard work, and to our wonderful PTA for…
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We’re off to a fantastic start this school year, and we’re excited to keep the momentum going with several meaningful events coming up! We’re entering a busy and exciting stretch of the school year, be sure to find out all the details for the final two weeks of the quarter ahead! Thank you for your…
Grandparents Day is Almost Here!
We can’t wait to celebrate Grandparents & Grandfriends Day with our Husky families next week on Wednesday, September 10th at 8:00 am in the MPR!
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We hope you’re enjoying the weekend! Just a friendly reminder that there will be no school on Monday, September 1st in observance of Labor Day. We wish you a safe and relaxing holiday weekend with your loved ones.Students will return on Tuesday, September 2nd for a full day of learning with regular dismissal times. We…
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Thank you for everyone’s active participation as we launched into our annual Apex Fun Run which will occur this Thursday, August 28 on our grass field. Our Huskies are excited about the leadership lessons in their classroom each day leading up to the event. The Apex leadership program focuses on developing student self-control, decision making, and interpersonal…
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Apex Fun Run Arrives this Week! Our annual Apex Fun Run Kicks off this week with the grand finale of the run occurring Thursday, August 28. Our kick-off pep rally on the blacktop will be on Tuesday and leadership lessons will be taught throughout the week in the classrooms. Be sure to ask your child…
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Thank you to everyone who joined us for last Friday’s movie night! It was such a joy to come together as a community and enjoy a beautiful summer evening. A huge shoutout to our incredible Hedenkamp PTA for organizing the event and generously providing concessions for our families. If you haven’t already, we encourage you…
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It was a spectacular first full week for our Huskies! Our students are settling into their new classrooms beautifully and are already exemplifying our HUSKY traits—being hardworking, understanding, showing respect, being kind, and being their best selves. We truly appreciate your support at home as we establish new routines for the school year. We’re excited for another great week ahead…
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We’re so grateful for a fantastic start to the 2025–2026 school year with our amazing Huskies! It was truly heartwarming to see our students return with bright smiles and joyful energy. We couldn’t be happier to see our campus buzzing with smiles, laughter, and Husky pride. Our incredible teachers and staff have poured their hearts…
Community Expo Today
To kick off the new school year, the district is hosting a Community Expo todat, July 26, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the district office. The event will feature free food while supplies last, interactive activities for students, valuable district and community resources, and much more. CVESD is excited to start the year…
Back to School Hedenkamp News
Welcome Back, Hedenkamp Families! Thank you to all the families who joined us on campus yesterday and today—it was truly heartwarming to see so many smiling faces and excited Huskies ready for a new school year! Your presence and support mean so much to our school community, and we’re thrilled to kick off another amazing…
Technical Difficulties
We apologize for the delay, we are having technical difficulties with the platforms and are working on posting class assignments as soon as possible. Thank you for your understanding!
Welcome Back Huskies
Welcome to the 2025–26 School Year, Hedenkamp Families and Friends! We are so excited to welcome both new and returning Huskies back to campus this week! Our dedicated team has been working hard all summer to prepare for an incredible year filled with engaging learning, meaningful connections, and lots of fun. This year, we’ll continue…
Back to School Night (Revised)
Hello Hedenkamp Families! Please take a moment to review the revised Back to School Night flyer. Please note the time change for 2nd Grade is at 5:00 PM instead of 5:30 PM. We look forward to seeing you all next week!
LEAD Clubs Registration Opens Today
We’re excited to share that registration for our LEAD clubs opens today. This sessions will offer a variety of engaging classes designed to help students build skills, explore interests, and connect with peers. The registration link will go live at 6:00 PM, so be sure to check-out all the classes available below. Spots are limited…