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Dear Parents and Guardians,
We couldn’t be prouder of our students and their commitment to their academic progress! Their hard work is a true testament to their determination, and we are inspired by their achievements every day.
A heartfelt thank you goes out to our exceptional teaching staff, whose unwavering dedication inspires and guides our students on their educational journeys. Their commitment fosters a nurturing environment where our students thrive.
As we enter the holiday season, a time for reflection and gratitude, we are thrilled to invite you to our annual Veterans Day assembly on November 12th. This special event is an opportunity to express our deep appreciation for the veterans within our school community, honoring their invaluable service and sacrifice. We hope you and your family will join us for this meaningful celebration. For further details on how your family can participate, please check your email for event information.
We would also like to remind our families of our school’s attendance policy. Regular attendance is essential to your child's academic success, and we ask for your continued support in making school attendance a priority.
Here are some key points:
- 5 Unexcused Absences: A warning letter will be issued.
- 10 Unexcused Absences: We may request a conference with administration and initiate an Attendance Intervention Plan (AIP) if needed.
- 15 Total Absences (Excused or Unexcused): A meeting with administration may be required.
- 30 Total Absences (Excused or Unexcused): Students reaching this threshold may be required to repeat their current grade, unless approved for promotion by their principal and teachers.
Thank you for being such an integral part of our school community. Your ongoing support and involvement make a world of difference, and together we can make this academic year truly remarkable.
Wishing you a wonderful month filled with gratitude and learning,
Seat Vedziovski
School Principal
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We were honored to welcome Senator Javier Cervantes to our school this month! It was a pleasure to showcase all the incredible programs we offer for our students. Senator Cervantes, a strong supporter of STEM education, was especially impressed by our Robotics Team and the daily hands-on learning our students experience. His enthusiasm for the innovative work happening here was inspiring, and we look forward to building on this connection to enhance opportunities for our students further.
Thank you, Senator Cervantes, for your visit and for supporting our school community!
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Math Olympians
We are thrilled to announce that Xavier Del Toro, a member of our Math Olympians Club, has earned an incredible 1st place in the recent Math League competition! His hard work and dedication have qualified him for the state level, and we couldn't be prouder.
Additionally, we received more great news this month! Xavier will be joined at the state-level competition by fellow Math Olympians Abraham Claudio, Javier Ortiz, and Hector Romero, who also qualified.
Please join us in congratulating all of these outstanding students on their impressive achievements!
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Robotics Leader
We are thrilled to congratulate our very own Tamia Hubbard from the HOTH 5125 High School Robotics team for recently winning the T.W.I.S.T. (Together Women in STEM Thrive) Student Inspiration Award! Tamia earned this award at the robotics competition held earlier this month in Muskego, Wisconsin, for exemplifying outstanding leadership and embodying TWIST and FIRST principles.
We are incredibly proud of her dedication and this remarkable achievement.
Congratulations, Tamia—keep inspiring us all!
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This shout-out is long overdue, but we couldn’t be more excited to congratulate our newly elected Senior and Junior Student Council members for the 2024-25 school year! After a spirited election, the high school student body has spoken, and here are your leaders!
Senior Council
- President: Abraham Claudio
- Vice President: Maybelline Barajas
- Treasurer: Emmanuel Ceja Barajas
- Secretary: Litzie Bucio
Junior Council
- President: Greco Garcia
- Vice President: Emmanuel Valencia
- Treasurer: Alejandro Cabrera
Please join us in congratulating these outstanding students as they lead and represent our school community!
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Family STEM Night
On October 22nd, we hosted an exciting Family STEM Night to kick off the first quarter! Thanks to the leadership of our STEM AP, Ms. Solmaz, along with our dedicated high school teachers and student volunteers, the night was a huge success. We were thrilled to see our older students sharing their love for science and inspiring younger students with hands-on projects and demonstrations. This momentum will surely motivate everyone as we prepare for our upcoming Science Fairs. Thank you to everyone who joined us for this fantastic evening of STEM exploration!
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Fall Book Fair
Our Fall Book Fair ran from October 7th to October 11th, and we were thrilled to welcome students and parents for a week of book shopping! Thanks to our dedicated school librarian, Ms. Manzella, and the enthusiastic support of our school community, the event was a fantastic success with over 400 books sold!
We’re grateful to everyone who participated and can’t wait to host our next book fair in the spring!
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11th Ward Townhall
We were excited to open our doors and host an informative town hall for the 11th Ward community, sharing updates on the potential new high school location. Special thanks to our elected officials, 11th Ward Alderwoman Ms. Nicole Lee and State Representative Theresa Mah, for joining us and supporting this important initiative. We had a fantastic turnout, showing strong community interest as we approach the final stages of awaiting state approval for our expansion. If you'd like to get involved or learn more, please reach out to our principal, Mr. Vedziovski!
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HS Fair
Our dedicated School Ambassadors are hard at work this season, attending high school fairs and proudly sharing all the amazing things happening at our school. They’re showcasing the programs, achievements, and opportunities that make us the top charter high school in the state! We’re incredibly proud of their commitment and passion in representing our school community. Thank you, Ambassadors, for all you do to spread the word about our school’s excellence!
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Halloween Parade and Fall Spirit Week
A huge thank you to Ms. Wroble for planning yet another memorable K-5 Fall Spirit Week and Halloween Parade! It’s always such a treat to see our students dress up and show their school spirit. We hope everyone enjoyed the festivities as much as we did! Be sure to follow us on social media to catch the recorded live stream of our Halloween Parade, and relive the fun of this fantastic event!
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CYSP Parent
Informational Dinner
Thank you to everyone who joined us for our CYSP Parent Informational Dinner on October 3rd. A special thank you to Ms. Solmaz and Mr. Oz for their dedication in making the evening a success. We’re excited to make this dinner an annual kick-off event to connect our parents with our mentors. The success of CYSP relies on the strong partnership between mentors and parents, and we are grateful for the incredible support from all our CYSP parents.
Thank you for helping us make this program impactful and inspiring for our students!
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CYSP LEADERSHIP CAMP
Our CYSP groups have been busy! They started the year strong by attending the CYSP Leadership Camp at Camp TimberLee. Our students enjoyed a fantastic weekend in Wisconsin alongside their group members and mentors. The weekend was filled with exciting team-building activities, providing a wonderful opportunity to kick off the year while learning about the many benefits of being involved with CYSP.
We look forward to an amazing year ahead!
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Travel Opportunities for Families!
Are you interested in traveling internationally with your family this school year? Check out our exciting options! Deposits are due the first week of December, and all families and students are welcome to join.
If you would like more information about the CYSP-sponsored summer trips, please reach out to Mr. Oz at oz@hsamckinley.org. We hope to see you on one of these fantastic adventures!
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We want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to Ms. Moss, the College & Career Team, and ACT Prep Teachers, for hosting our Senior and Junior Parent Nights this month.
These events provided a fantastic opportunity to introduce our new counselors and inform parents about the important resources and support available for their students during this crucial year.
The Junior Parent Night was particularly focused on explaining the new ACT testing process, including the addition of ACT prep classes to help our students succeed.
A special thank you goes to Ms. Saldana who joined us for Senior Parent Night to help register students and parents to Vote.
We are proud to have such a committed community supporting our families!
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We want to extend a heartfelt thank you to Ms. Garimella and the Junior Student Council for their incredible contributions towards Homecoming Week! It was a great Spirit Week, Pep Rally, and Homecoming Dance. Our students really enjoyed themselves, especially pieing their teachers in the face during the Pep Rally!
Congratulations to our HOCO 2024 Court Winners:
Princess: Rosie Lara
Prince: Isaac Griggs
Queen: Dana Cervantes
King: Abraham Claudio
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Alunmi Spotlight: Bryanna Moreno
Hello, my name is Bryanna Michelle Moreno.
I am proud to be part of the first graduating class at HSA McKinley Park! During my junior year, I took the Intro to Teaching program with Ms. Esparza, where I supported Kindergarten ESL students. It was through this experience that I realized my passion for education, and I knew I wanted to pursue teaching after high school. I am so grateful to Ms. Esparza for recognizing my dedication and for always providing me with constructive feedback. Her support, along with that of the other educators around me, has been invaluable.
I am currently the Third Grade Teacher Aide, working alongside two amazing third-grade teachers, Ms. Kulenovic and Mrs. Rodriguez. I assist them daily by working with small groups of students who need additional support in core subjects like Math and ELA, and I also lead whole-group instruction during vocabulary lessons. This is my second year in this role, and I plan to continue as I work toward becoming a core teacher myself.
As a student at HSA, I was also a member of the Varsity Girls’ Soccer Team. Although we don’t currently have a team, I hope to see one return in the future. In the meantime, I assist Ms. Fortman in coaching the Varsity Boys’ Soccer Team, and we just wrapped up a successful season with 7 wins! I’m excited to see what the future holds for HSA and myself, both academically and athletically.
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- November 1st: Middle School Dance
- November 3rd: Daylight Savings
- November 5th: NO SCHOOL (Election Day)
- November 12th: Veterans Day Assembly
- November 13th: BPAC Loteria Night
- November 14th: PTO Meeting
- November 15th: Picture Retake Day
- November 20th: Early Release Day
- November 21st: Annual Variety Show
- November 25th-30th: NO SCHOOL (Thanksgiving Break)
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At HSA McKinley Park, our top priority is the health and safety of students and staff. Should you have any questions or concerns, please email us at:
Mr. Seat Vedziovski, school principal
vedziovski@hsamckinley.org
Mrs. Marisa Vega, Outreach Coordinator
vega@hsamckinley.org
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