June Newsletter
As we approach the end of the school year, we wish to thank all of you for your consistent support over the year. As parents and teachers, we have a joint responsibility to raise and educate our children, helping them grow to become loving and conscientious adults. In a world where family values are under challenge, this task is more critical than ever. Thank you for helping to make New Hope School a safe haven where our students can receive the best possible instruction—morally, emotionally, and academically.
Our Virtue-of-the-Month for June is Heroism. We just celebrated Memorial Day in remembrance of those heroes who gave their lives in war to protect our country and to promote freedom throughout the world. Being a hero is different from being a celebrity. Often heroes are “unsung.” Their heroic deeds are sometimes not known until many years later, if ever. You have probably heard of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, someone who gave his life and whose identity is not even known. However, let us remember and honor the everyday heroes all around us. They are there, if you look.
We wish to thank everyone for their participation and strong support for our spring fundraiser, the Race for Education. This year we reached a total of $6,235 with 91 donors, our second highest total ever. Kudos to everyone!
This month our main event will be our End-of-the-Year Concert combined with a Graduation Ceremony on Thursday, June 16. After a two year lapse due to COVID, year’s event will be held once again downstairs starting at 7:00 pm. We will begin with the graduation of our 8th graders. This will be followed by the presentation of awards to students for academic excellence and achievement, citizenship, character, and attendance. Next, each class will offer a musical presentation led by our music teacher, Ms. Stephanie. The program will end with a grand finale with the students singing together.
For those of you who are wondering, we expect the results of your child’s Terra Nova test will arrive in time to include in his/her final report card. Look for it.
This summer please be sure your child(ren) read every day so as not to fall behind in their reading skills. Your child(ren) are welcome to attend our Summer Enrichment Program where they can receive quality instruction in reading, writing, and math.
Please note that June 17 is the final day of school. School will finish at 12:30 pm with no after care. You are also welcome to attend our Field Day events on Wednesday, June 15, at Richardson Oval Park where we had our Race for Education.
We look forward to a good finish to the school year and wish you all a wonderful summer.
New Hope School Staff
“Anyone who does anything to help a child in his life is a hero to me.”
Fred Rogers
