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Heritage Christian School San Diego
Weekly Newsletter
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EVENTS, ACTIVITIES, & DEADLINES
July 16 - School Open House
July 22 - Fall and Class of 2025 Merch Store Opens
July 25 - Bonita Park Day
July 27 - Pillars of Homeschooling
Aug 6 - School Open House
Aug 8 - Bonita Park Day
Aug 12-13 - Volleyball Camp & Skills Clinic
Aug 13 - Leadership Dinner
Aug 15-16 - Volleyball Camp & Skills Clinic (cont'd)
Aug 16 - Concert Band Boot Camp
Aug 16 - Pep Band Rehearsals
Aug 22 - Robotics Club Orientation
Aug 23 - First Day of Surf Club
Aug 23 - Concert Band Boot Camp
Aug 23 - Pep Band Rehearsals
Aug 26 - Back to School Rally & Member Orientation
Aug 30 - Instrument Try-out Day
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CLASS DAYS & ACADEMIES
Aug 12 - Academies Orientation
Aug 19 - First day of Academies
Aug 22 - SD/BON Co-op class day orientation
Aug 29 - SANTEE/ESC Co-op class day orientation
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Administrative Updates & Announcements From the Office | |
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San Diego Co-op Class Day Members!
Class Day Orientation
August 21 | 10:00 am
Del Cerro Baptist Church
5512 Pennsylvania Ln, La Mesa, CA 91942
Please take just a few minutes this next week to log into your HSL account and double-check that you are happy with the current classes for your students. We have had a few classes change since the Spring sign-ups.
If you want to make changes, please email sandiegoclassday@hcssd.org.
Please mark your calendars to attend our class day orientation on August 21st at 10 am at Del Cerro Baptist Church. Bring your kids as we will be practicing a fire drill and you can show them where their classrooms are to make the first day less chaotic.
Don't forget to join our Band page HERE!
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Sixth Grade Camp
October 22-25, 2024
Registration for Sixth Grade Camp at Indian Hills is open! Be on the lookout for an email containing important registration details. Stay connected with fellow sixth graders using BAND: HCS 6th Graders (Class of 2031)
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France and Italy 2025 Trip
June 10-25, 2025
There will be an informational parent meeting in September so be on the lookout for the first newsletter of the school year. Join other families as we make memories and have a wonderful time in this cultural experience. You will be so impressed with this Worldstrides Travel Experience. Prices are $5,509 per student and $5,994 per adult. Contact lydia@amosfamily.us with any questions.
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Volleyball Camp
August 12, 13, 15, 16, 2024
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Salvation Army Joan Kroc Center
6845 University Avenue SD 92115
The Volleyball Club is happy to offer Volleyball Camp at the Kroc Center for students in 6th - 12th grade. All experience levels are invited to attend. The camp will focus on the JV/Freshman level.
Registration is $100 per student before July 29th. After July 29, registration is $120. The camp is for HCS students only.
Please email heritagevbc@hcssd.org with any questions.
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Volleyball Skills Clinic
August 12, 13, 15, 16, 2024
2:45 pm - 4:00 pm
Salvation Army Joan Kroc Center
6845 University Avenue SD 92115
A Beginner Volleyball Skills Clinic will be offered this summer for elementary students who have never played, or have very little experience in volleyball and would like to learn some basic skills. This clinic is open to those outside of HCS.
We will introduce ball handling, court awareness, basic hitting skills, an understanding of offense and defense, and the importance of playing as a team, as well as some super fun drills and games to build understanding of the game of volleyball.
Cost is $40 per athlete for all 4 days. Check-in and warm-ups will start at 2:45, and then we will move to the courts from 3-4pm.
Registration will open in late July for boys and girls in 1st - 5th grade. For more information, email heritagevbc@hcssd.org.
This clinic will be hosted by our own HCS Varsity A Boys and Girls Volleyball teams as a fundraiser for their Nationals trip.
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Apply to HCS Honor Society!
Attention parents of students in grades 9-12!
The Honor Society of HCS is accepting applications for the 2024-2025 school year!
HCS Honor Society focuses on developing Christians for servant-leadership through learning and service during the high school years. As a member of Honor Society, your child will be given the opportunity to develop as a servant-leader through our chapter’s activities:
- Attending monthly meetings that include: talks by industry professionals, service project planning, and discussions and activities on leadership and communication topics
- Participating in various service projects for a minimum of 5 service hours per school year
- Interacting with other like-minded students
Did you know that your child’s SAT-10 test could qualify him/her for membership in the HCS Honor Society? Details about eligibility and other qualifying tests can be found HERE.
Email honorsociety@hcssd.org for additional information.
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Music Academy Sign-Ups
See below for important dates regarding Music Academy Sign-Ups. All events are held at The Chapel at Grossmont: 5651 Water St, La Mesa, CA 91942.
Beginning Band Instrument Try-out Day
August 30th | 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Concert Band Boot Camp
August 16 and 23 | 9:30 am - 10:30 am
Pep Band Rehearsals
August 16 and 23 | 10:30 am - 11:30 am
First Day of Music Academy
Friday, September 6th
If you are new to band and would like to attend Instrument Try-out Day, please sign up HERE.
Read about the ensembles on the website HERE. More information is also available on BAND. Email any questions to music@hcssd.org.
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Concert Choir Registration
Good news! The Concert Choir has increased enrollment capacity and is accepting registrations.
OneAchord Choir is for boys and girls enrolled in HCS, grades 6-12. Please contact music@hcssd.org if you would like to learn more.
Junior Choir is for boys and girls enrolled in HCS, grades 3-5. (no audition needed)
Read about our wonderful choir on the website HERE.
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HCS Drama Club Presents:
The Little Mermaid Jr.
All information for the 2024-2025 season is available on the HCS website HERE.
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Join Mime Club!
More information can be found on the website HERE.
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Heritage Surf Club Members Honored This Summer by the
San Diego Lifeguards
Emery Kayne and Jack Willis, both Sophomores, spent one month this summer training with the San Diego Junior Lifeguard program.
Both students were honored at the end of the camp by receiving “Captain” awards for their leadership, positive attitudes, kindness, encouragement of others and teachability. The lifeguards shared how they appreciated their willingness to work hard and for always being respectful toward their instructors and peers.
For more updates like this, join the Surf Club BAND HERE.
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Join Surf Club!
First Day of Surf Club
August 23 | 8:00 am - 9:30 am
La Jolla Shores
Looking for a fun place to hang out with friends while enjoying one of God’s beautiful oceans? Come join the Heritage Surf Club on Friday mornings at La Jolla Shores beach.
Surf club is also a great time for parents to stroll the beach or just simply relax and fellowship. We gather at 8am for prayer (north of the main Lifeguard tower, near the bathrooms) and then hit the waves.
All surfers, boogie and body surfers of all levels are welcome.
Join the Heritage Surf BAND for updates and summer meet ups.
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Join Robotics Club!
Robotics Club Orientation
August 22 | 1:30 pm
Del Cerro Baptist Church
5512 Pennsylvania Ln, La Mesa, CA 91942
Join HCS Robotics Club in creative challenges with Lego Education, EV3, and scratch programming. No experience needed. A laptop is not required but highly recommended.
We will meet at 1:30 pm following San Diego Class days at Del Cerro which are usually the 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month.
For a full list of meeting dates, visit the school calendar HERE.
Robotics Club is also looking for committee members for Secretary and Treasurer. For nomination please send an interest email to clubmanager@hcssd.org and robotics@hcssd.org.
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2024-2025 HCS Basketball News!
We are just starting to get everything lined up for the coming season. Fees are not currently listed but we will have them before school starts.
Mandatory Parent Meeting
October 15, 2024
Games will be on Saturdays starting in January. The March Gladness Tournament will be March 19-22. The Alumni Games will be on March 15. For a full list of dates, see the HCS calendar HERE.
The Western District Tournament for Varsity teams only will be January 23-24 or Jan 30-31 with travel dates before and afterwards.
We are in need of coaches, so please email basketball@hcssd.org if you are interested in this opportunity.
Please note that the K-3 team is a wonderful opportunity for your younger ones to learn this sport.
We look forward to seeing new and returning players for the 2024-2025 season.
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Secure a Seat for the SAT
Attention high schoolers! Many colleges consider SAT scores as part of their holistic admission and placement decisions, and your score is a valid way to show what you've learned. Most juniors take their first SAT in the spring, and many take it again in the fall of their senior year to improve their score. It can help you keep your college options open, demonstrate your unique strengths, and even qualify for scholarships. Register Here.
Upcoming 2024-25 SAT Dates
Test Dates Registration Deadlines /Late Registration Deadlines
August 24 ,2024 August 9, 2024 / August 13, 2024
October 5, 2024 September 20, 2024 / September 24, 2024
November 2, 2024 October 18, 2024 / October 22, 2024
December 7, 2024 November 22, 2024 / November 26, 2024
March 8, 2025 February 21, 2025 / February 25, 2025
May 3, 2025 April 18, 2025 / April 22, 2025
June 7, 2025 May 22, 2025 / May 27, 2025
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Summer Activities
These events are NOT sponsored by HCS.
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Bonita Summer Park Days
July 25, August 8, 2024
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Rohr Park, Gate B
4548 Sweetwater Rd, Bonita 91902
We have some summer Park Days lined up, and they are open to all HCS families and friends. We will meet at Rohr Park, near the Gate B entrance. There is no agenda planned; bring sunscreen, drinks/snacks for your family, and something to sit on. You will see us under the trees near the green and grey playground equipment.
Email bonitaclassday@hcssd.org with any questions.
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Heritage Chosen Families
RSVP Requested
July 25, 2024 | 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Rohr Park, Gate B
4548 Sweetwater Rd, Bonita 91902
Heritage Chosen Families are families that have said YES to fostering/adoption! We are uniquely called and wonderfully made, and together we can find strength and laughter for the great days to come.
Not a "chosen family" or not one yet? That is okay! All Heritage families are welcome to join us this summer for fun days at the park.
Save the date(s) and pack a lunch for you and your family. We are looking forward to seeing you!
Please email Denise Castro at denise.h.castro@gmail.com if you plan to attend.
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Classifieds | Community | Helpful Resources
Submissions by our members or alum for events or opportunities that are NOT sponsored by HCS.
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Jesse Orlowski Tutoring Services
Jesse is a former homeschooler and a MIT graduate. He has been working at Carvana since 2016 and currently on sabbatical and taking classes at Phoenix Seminary.
Jesse is happy to work with any student who is curious and has a desire to improve in, explore, or learn any of the topics he is able to teach. Seeing someone grasp an idea for the first time is something that will never get old to him.
Jesse is available for homework help or concept reinforcement for any math (through calculus) or physics (introductory, mechanics, E&M, or optics), SAT Math Prep, Tech Skills: SQL, R, Python and Tableau.
Jesse is teaching a weekly introduction to data analytics:
Intro to Data Analytics (10 weeks)
Mondays beginning September 9th, 2024
4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
For more information contact
Jesse Orlowski
jesse.n.orlowski@gmail.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jesseorlowski/
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OFFICE STAFF PHONE EXTENSIONS
To bypass the phone menu, you may use any of these extensions at any time.
SUMMER OFFICE HOURS: 10 AM - 1 PM | T & TH (In-Person) | M & W (Remote)
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1. Kaylee Morris (front desk, work permits, driver's ed docs, general info, library, school calendar, newsletter)
2. Tracy West (tuition billing, accounts payable & receivable, human resources)
3. Jane Richards (school records, transcripts, high school evaluations, Co-op Class Day concerns)
4. Lilia Sepulveda (website, social media, podcast, school merch)
5. Vicki Stormoen (principal)
6. Erin McKinsey (events, field trips)
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STAY CONNECTED WITH HCS ONLINE | |
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The weekly newsletter submission deadline is 12 noon on Thursday to news@hcssd.org. This newsletter is for notices of interest to the entire school regarding HCS-sponsored events, with the exception of pre-authorized clearance for listings in the Classified section. Notices specific only to a group should go to that group’s contact list only.
HCS exists to support and encourage Christian families in the high calling of biblical discipleship through Christ-centered home education by providing administrative help, mentoring, classes, and parent-driven activities, all while honoring family sovereignty.
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