This week was the first time it actually felt cool(ish) in the morning, what an amazing relief! I'm not a pumpkin spice person but I'm absolutely looking forward to my first Apple Crisp Shaken Espresso! What are you looking forward to?

As we prepare for events in October, we would love to ask for one small favor...we need some pie pumpkins. As you are grocery shopping over the next several weeks, would you consider tossing in a pie pumpkin and donating it to our school? We don't need BIG pumpkins or baby pumpkins, but the medium pumpkins used for pie are perfect! You can drop them off during driveline through Oct. 17th.

Have you reserved your parking space for this year's Trunk of Treat event? Check out the flier and all the information below. Contact PTO to reserve your spot before they are gone!

Would you like to be part of the Heritage staff?

We are in need of guest teachers (subs) at Pinnacle. If you have your IVP fingerprint clearance card and would like to be a sub at our school, please click HERE.

You can let Andrea know if you're available daily in the event of a last minute absence (a teacher wakes up sick) or only available ahead of time for scheduled absences.

We would love for you to join us!

Parent-teacher conferences will be held October 14-17, 2024, right after we return from fall break. You will get an email from your scholar(s)' teacher(s) on Monday, Sept. 30th. That email will include a link to Sign-up Genius where you can select a meeting time. Stay tuned!

We are planning MANY events this year (both during and after school). We always need and love parent volunteers. If you think you might or know you want to volunteer on our campus or chaperone a field trip, please note that you are required to have a fingerprint clearance card. Chaperones who will be alone with scholars must have the IVP fingerprint clearance card.

The process can take several weeks, we encourage you to start now so you are ready when opportunities arise. Click HERE to apply for your IVP fingerprint card or check your status if you've already applied.

Please email Andrea Lenhart a.lenhart@heritageacademyaz.com if you want to be added to our volunteer list.

Are you looking to get rid of your refrigerator? If so, we would love if you'd consider donating it to Pinnacle. We have a couple mini-fridges in our teacher's lounge but we would love to acquire a full-size refrigerator. If you are getting rid of yours, let us know!

9/26- Dollar for Duds

10/7-10/10- Fall break

10/14-10/17- Parent Teacher Conferences

10/15- Kona Ice!

10/17- Coffee with the Principal

10/23- K-2 Field Trip to the pumpkin patch

10/25- Trunk or Treat 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Pinnacle 24-25 Events Calendar REVISED 8/27/24

Would you like enjoy a cup of coffee and chat with Mrs. Jenks? Sign up for an hour to sit down and share your ideas or ask questions in an informal setting. Please note- this event includes multiple guests, we will not be able to discuss individuals concerns addressing scholars or staff members.

Click HERE to sign up!

Morning driveline begins at 7:30 a.m.

Afternoon driveline is 3:15-3:30 p.m. (gates open at 3:00 p.m.)

RED ARROWS- this is the new kindergarten driveline for pick-up after school only. All kindergarten scholars (with their 1st-8th grade siblings) will be waiting in the courtyard and they will exit through the wooden gates to load their cars. Pull as far forward as possible.

IMPORTANT! Liberty Kids Preschool uses this curb to pick up at 2:45 p.m. Kinder parents cannot start lining up on the curb until 3:00 p.m.

BLACK ARROWS- this will continue to be the driveline for 1st-8th grade pick-up. The gates will open at 3:00 p.m. Please pull as far forward as possible so we can remove traffic from Pinnacle Peak Rd.

Waiting on Pinnacle Peak Rd- cars that are facing WEST need to pull as far off the road and into the dirt as possible while they wait to enter the parking lot.

Out of consideration for other parents who have been waiting in line, please do not drive through and then wait in the parking lot to cut the drive line. We have received multiple complaints from parents who are waiting in the long line. We appreciate everyone doing their part and showing each other courtesy and patience.

Please follow these guidelines for a safe and efficient pick up:

• Have your car tag clearly displayed.
• Pull up to the furthest cone possible.
• If you need to buckle your child, pull forward and off to the side.
• Eyes up, phone down please!
• Show citizenship, patience, and courtesy to other parents & drivers- YOU are setting an example for all of our scholars.

IMPORTANT NOTICE- Student Pick-up Time Limit

After school, scholars should be picked up by 3:30 p.m.

Scholars who are still on campus after 3:30 (and parents are not actively waiting in driveline) will be walked to Hero Club and parents will be charged a $20 non-registration fee plus $2/minute past 3:45 p.m. After two occurrences, your scholar will be enrolled in Hero Club at the monthly fee.

If you know you will frequently arrive later than 3:15, please register your scholar for Hero Club.

One of the most valued objectives at Heritage Academy is to help scholars learn to make responsible choices and thereby be prepared to govern themselves. Our dress code is based on principles of maintaining modesty, cleanliness, and professionalism in your dress.

Read the ENTIRE Dress Code policy HERE

Highlights to note:

1. All Heritage tops MUST be a polo purchased from one of our four vendors.
2. Check those shorts and skirts' lengths! Skirts MUST touch the top of the knee (front and back). Shorts CANNOT be shorter than 4" above the middle of the knee cap.
3. PROHIBITED- sweat pants, track pants, athletic wear, slippers, flip flops.
4. Jewelry- Girls are permitted to wear ONE earring in each lobe only. Boys are not allowed to wear earrings.
5. Shoes- All shoes must have a back strap. Sneakers must be worn on Tuesdays/Thursdays (for P.E.). Crocs (with the back strap) are okay on Mondays and Wednesdays only.

Dollars for Duds

Every other Thursday, scholars may pay $1 per item of clothing (top and bottoms) to wear something other than their uniform. Scholars are still expected to adhere to the Heritage standard of modesty, cleanliness, and professionalism.

We are excited to partner with my MyHotLunchBox again this year. Click HERE to log in or create an account.

Monday- Jimmy Johns

Tuesday- Red Robin

Wednesday- Streets of New York

Thursday- Cane's

To report a scholar absence, please call 623-537-3535 by 9:00 a.m. Letting your scholar's teacher know is much appreciated; however, it does not replace contacting our front office directly. Calling after 9:00 a.m. may result in an automatic system phone call.

Please contact your scholar(s)' teacher directly to inquire about missed work.

6754 W Pinnacle Peak Rd

Glendale, AZ 85310

623-537-3535

Office Hours: Monday – Thursday 7:30 am – 4:00 pm

Summer Office Hours: Monday – Thursday 9:00 am – 12:00 pm