The Pinnacle Periodical

We are officially done with the fifth week of school, which means we've crossed over the midpoint of the first quarter. At Meet the Teacher night (or on the first day of school), your scholar was given a folder that contained instructions for each family to create a login for PowerSchool. With four weeks until the end of the quarter, please check your scholar(s)' grades and communicate with their teachers if you have questions. For our older scholars, it's a great time to build responsibility by having them view their grades with you. If you cannot find your PowerSchool login information or having trouble with your account, please reach out to Ms. Lenhart.

LifeTouch Retakes

Due to some changes to LifeTouch's equipment, we had to make adjustments on picture day. Class photos were taken in the cafe and individual photos were taken in the courtyard. We are aware that was not ideal and did not produce the results we wanted and you paid for. If you purchased school photos, they are available to view now at mylifetouch.com. You can create an account and view photos with your scholar's school ID number (available in PowerSchool).

Because we know that you deserve better, we are rescheduling LifeTouch ASAP (as soon as we have a date, we will communicate to our parents). We will automatically retake all individual scholar photos for the yearbook. IMPORTANT- if you already purchased a photo package and you want new photos, you MUST select "retakes" on the LifeTouch website to void your current photo package. If you missed out on buying photos the first time and would like to purchase before retakes, please click HERE and use code: EVTQHGCCZ

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!

REPORTING ATTENDANCE

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.

Kona Ice will be on campus on Tuesday, September 17th during lunch. Please see the flyer for pricing, scholars can bring cash with them the day that Kona Ice is on campus, which will be once a month for the rest of the school year on Tuesdays. Scholars are welcome to purchase a reusable cup and bring it back each month for $3 refills (reusable cups cannot be stored in the classroom).

PTO email: heritagepinnaclePTO@gmail.com

Plan to join us for our next meeting on Wednesday, September 18, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.

Pinnacle Elementary will be conducting hearing and vision screenings for scholars in kinder, 1st, 3rd, 5th, and 7th grades, as well as any other scholars who are new to Pinnacle or receive special education services. .

We need some parent help!

If you are available on Thursday, Sept. 19th between 8:30 a.m.- 12:30 p.m. please call 623-573-3535 or email Ms. Lenhart.

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.

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

Kindergarten, first, and second grade will be visiting the pumpkin patch at Tolmachoff Farms on Wednesday, October 23rd. The cost for scholars is free and $20 for parent chaperones.

Third, fourth, fifth, and sixth grade scholars will attend the American Heritage Festival at Schnepf Farms in Queen Creek on Thursday, November 21st. The cost for scholars is free and $20 for parent chaperones.

All chaperone fees must be paid through myschoolbucks. Click HERE for details. Additionally, all parent chaperones must have a valid IVP fingerprint clearance card on file with Ms. Lenhart.

Our 7th and 8th grade scholars will have TWO different Heritage Academy tour opportunities- Fine Arts retreat in Payson, AZ February 27-March 1, 2025 and the Southern Arizona history tour in April (details to come).

7/8 parents should have received an email from Miss Perez who will be your point-of-contact for the JH Fine Arts tour. You can reach out to her directly at p.perez@heritageacademyaz.com

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!

9/11- Patriot Day

9/12- Coffee with the Principal

9/17- Kona Ice on campus

9/17-9/19- Constitution Week

9/18- PTO Meeting 6:00 p.m. Join us via Google Meet

9/19- Hearing & Vision Screening for Kinder, 1st, 3rd, 5th, & 7th grades

10/3- Last day of first quarter

10/7-10/10- Fall break

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

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