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Get the Lowdown with Dr. Lowe

York Academy Families:

It’s National Principals Month and we're fortunate to have two strong, caring leaders at the York Academy. This week, I’d like to highlight Mr. Goodwin, Head of the Lower School.

Mr. Goodwin began his career as a second-grade teacher when our doors opened in 2011. As the Head of School, he leads the Lower School staff, students and families with a clear focus on our mission. Mr. Goodwin has proven to be unrelenting with his emphasis on student success and achievement. He is an excellent problem-solver and constantly works to improve processes and procedures that benefit our school community. Mr. Goodwin has a gift for connecting with children, and you can be sure he knows each student’s name. He is passionate about the York Academy and we are lucky to have him at the helm. When you see Mr. Goodwin next, please let him know that you appreciate his hard work.

In addition, York Academy students are doing wonderful things in the community! Some of our Upper School students attended the Liberty Tree Planting Ceremony and others welcomed our new neighbors. Watch for details about the impressive Kindness Corner that students are painting near the Upper School and to learn about a student artist's outstanding accolade.

Enjoy the evening,

Dr. Lowe

Student-Led Conferences

Check out what's happening during Student-Led Conferences:

Lower School PTO Uniform Swap:

The PTO Uniform Swap room will be open at the Lower School. Head toward the outside gym entrance (glass doors) and go up the stairs. You’re welcome to bring gently used uniforms and swap them out for different sizes or just pick up some items at no cost.

Upper School Financial Aid Night:

The Upper School is hosting a Financial Aid event tomorrow night (10/24) from 5 – 7 p.m. Ed Lane, our Higher Education Access Partner from PHEAA, will be there to answer your questions.

Upper School Clothing Drive:

The House of Ganditor is holding a Clothing Drive. Bring your gently used clothing (of all kinds) and/or uniforms when you come. The clothing will be donated to a local shelter during Kindness Week.

As a reminder, students should only come to school with their parents/guardians during their scheduled conference time. There will be no classes or transportation for students tomorrow and Friday, and students will not come to school. You’ll be impressed to learn what they've accomplished. We hope you enjoy this time with them!

Sign Up for An Appointment with the Mobile Dentist

The Mobile Dentist is COMING! This opportunity is for all students (K-12).

The deadline to make an appointment for your Upper School student has been extended to Thursday, October 31. Click here to register or complete the form and have your child give it to their homeroom teacher or drop it at the office by next Thursday. Make sure to provide all the required information. The mobile dentist is coming to the Upper School on November 14.

In addition, consent forms were sent home with Lower School students on Monday. The registration deadline for students in grades K-6 is November 11, and the dentist is coming on December 2. Click here to register or complete the form and have your child give it to their homeroom teacher.

Don’t miss this wonderful chance for your student(s) to receive excellent dental care! Questions? Email Ms. Lane (K-6) or Ms. Nyoni (7-12).

Important Lower School Drop-off Details from Mr. Goodwin

Each day, our cafeteria staff works very hard to prepare enjoyable free meals for all students. To make sure they can do their best work, there must be a clear time for breakfast to end and lunch preparations to begin. Breakfast service ends at 7:55 a.m. so students have time to get to class for their learning and morning routines.

As the days are becoming a bit colder, we’ve also been seeing more families utilizing the drop-off lane later than 8 a.m. That’s after all standard drop-off arrival is completed and does not allow time for students to have breakfast. Families who arrive late through the drop-off lane will be notified of the tardiness, and it will be added to the child’s attendance record.

Please plan accordingly to ensure that your child can eat breakfast and keep their attendance record in good standing. Enter through the playground doors or the drop-off lane from 7:30 – 7:55 a.m. If you arrive after 8 a.m., come to the office to sign your child in for the day. Thank you for your help and support!

Bright Knight Spotlight: Robert Moore

Congrats to Robert Moore on being our Bright Knight Spotlight. He was nominated for embodying the IB learner profile attribute of being caring.

According to his nominator, "Robert is caring because he consistently shows kindness and empathy toward his classmates, offering help when others are struggling. He listens attentively and ensures that everyone feels included and valued, creating a positive and supportive environment. Robert's thoughtful actions, such as checking in on others' well-being and celebrating their successes, reflect a genuine concern for those around him.

Thanks for caring for your peers and spreading kindness, Robert. We're very proud of you!

PTO Popcorn Loft Fundraiser Reminder

Placed an order for the PTO Popcorn Loft Fundraiser? Make sure to pick it up on Tuesday (10/29) from 5:30 – 7 p.m. inside the playground entrance. Thank you!

Parents' Night Out

Don’t miss the next Parents’ Night Out fundraiser! Your children (K-6) are invited to join National Art Honor Society and National Honor Society on Friday, November 1 from 6 – 9 p.m. at the Upper School.

They should wear their most awesome Halloween costumes and be ready to decorate cookies and do a little extra trick-or-treating!

Click here for details and to sign up. We appreciate your support!

Family House Breakfast: Nasuga & Ganditor

Calling all students, families and staff in the Houses of Nasuga and Ganditor...

Come join us for a morning of food, fun and family time! We hope to see you in the Upper School Cafeteria on November 4 from 6:45 - 7:30 a.m. You can park in the lot at Small's Field.

Students, please wear yellow or purple with uniform bottoms on the day of the breakfast. Family members, we'd love to see dressed to impress in House colors, too! Please RSVP here by October 31. Seven Houses…One Kingdom!