Sunnybrook Scoop for the Week of September 22nd

Posted Date: 9/22/25 (7:58 AM)

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District News and Updates

You Can Find All You Need in ParentSquare

As a reminder now that we are a few weeks into the school year, ParentSquare is the one-stop shop for all the things you need to know or do. In ParentSquare you will find information that is being shared by teachers and administration. You will also find posts to make payments for everything such as field trips, spirit wear, lost items, and registration fees. This is also where you will sign permission slips for field trips and activities. The only two items you will not find in ParentSquare and will still need to log into PowerSchool to find are your student's grades and the place to update your contact information.

The word 'School' is written above the word 'FEES' spelled out with wooden blocks.

School Fee Notices

Later this week we will be emailing outstanding fee notices. You can always check this via the fee screen in PowerSchool and can pay fees at any time with the payment post located in ParentSquare. There will also be a link to pay right from fee balance statement. If you need to pay overtime, that is okay. When you go to pay just enter the amount you would like to go towards your outstanding balance. If you have questions, there will be contact information on the statements.

Nathan Hale Updates:

Children in aprons paint apples on plates at a table, creating colorful art.

Pre-K is learning Español!

This week, our littles celebrated Dot Day with some of our older friends in the building and created some great relationships. We also began teaching the students the numbers 1 - 10 and their colors in Spanish. We have been using fun songs and repetition to help them learn. We will continue to work on these concepts all year long to build and retain these skills. We look forward to finding fun new ways to include Spanish and other languages in our classroom.

One other fun activity we did was read the Dr. Seuss's book "Ten Apples Up on Top" and utilized apples in super fun and creative ways.

Children balance stacks of apples on their heads against a green background.

Children balance apples on their heads against a green background.

Fun Erupted in Second Grade

Last Friday, our second graders created and designed their own volcanoes and then experimented with how to make them erupt. This was the students' culminating activity after learning about volcanoes and reading a story titled "My Mouth is a Volcano" to help teach them self-control of their minds, bodies, and mouths. The fun is evident in the smiles:)

Two children observe a science experiment with colorful liquids and tubes on a tray.

Two young boys are focused on an art project, adding paint to cardboard tubes.

Dot Day

Nathan Hale celebrated International Dot Day on Monday. September 15! Celebrating Dot Day teaches us that no step is ever too small to make a big difference. Dot Day at Nathan Hale means working together, building confidence, expressing joy, and being reminded that our ideas matter. Every "mark" we make is important. Please ask your child to tell you about Dot Day. Enjoy the photos and see how your child has left their "mark."

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Virtual Field Trip

Ms. Gonzalez’s first-grade class went on virtual apple orchard field trip to get them ready for apple day on September 26!! They even got to drink yummy apple juice.

A classroom of students raises small cups, smiling at the camera.

Heritage Updates:

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Eighth Graders Jumping Right Into the New School Year

The eighth grade science students participated in their first Engineering Design Project of the year. The goal: Can you make a jump rope out of plastic bags? We definitely have some engineers in our building!!

Students in a classroom participate in a fun activity with a long, paper-like material.

Students in a classroom are participating in a jump rope challenge.

Seventh Grade Math Working on Their Operational Skills

Seventh graders had a chance to further their integer operational skills with math centers in class on Thursday, September 18. Students had to collaborate through a series of tasks in a timely manner. They not only learned more about their math abilities, but they also learned about one another's strengths and weaknesses. Way to go, seventh grade scholars!

Students work on assignments at desks in a classroom setting.

Students work together at desks in a classroom setting.

A cross-country team poses for a photo outdoors, wearing matching blue and white uniforms.

Heritage's First Ever Cross Country Team

This year marks the first ever year for competitive Cross Country at Heritage Middle School. Last year, a running club was started to get us prepared for this year. Students competed for the first time ever on September 10 and followed it up on Saturday, competing in the 45th annual Troy XC Invitational, which is one of the largest single day competitive sporting events for youth in the state.

A group of young athletes in blue and white uniforms pose for a team photo on a grassy field.

Young runners compete in a cross-country race, cheered on by spectators.

Lego Robotics is Back!!!

On Wednesday, September 10, all new members of the Lego Robotics team started working on ideas for this year’s innovation project. On their first day of Lego Robotics, all the new members started to build all of the robot parts: a claw to grab artifacts, a basket to put the artifacts in, and a broom to sweep in any pieces. We have made a lot of progress for our robot so far.

Three students work together on a robotics project in a classroom setting.

Students work together at a table, surrounded by LEGO bricks and laptops.

So Much House Activity

ÀTINÚDÁ focused on showing our HOUSE PRIDE for the first HOUSE RtI meeting of the 2025-2026 school year. Each grade level worked on different peacock art that will be displayed in our hallway. fifth grade worked together to create a collaborative peacock while sixth grade students made hanging peacocks. Seventh grade students created their versions of stained glass peacocks, and eighth graders created fingerprint peacocks.

Students and a teacher display artwork at a 5th/6th grade RTI meeting.

Students display artwork during a 7th/8th grade RTI meeting.

Valentía Valor

Students and staff in Valentía kicked off their 25-26 SY RtI House Meeting on Tuesday, September 9. Students were seen throughout the building, laughing, working together, and showing off their House pride with activities and conducting house business. Hear our ROAR!

Students gather around a table in a classroom, playing a game with red cups.

A group of students collaborate around a table, possibly working on a project.

Amamihe House Leaders showed, according to the Great Horned Owl, “hoo-h’HOO-hoo” was large and in charge during our recent House RtI meeting. Leaders met to discuss plans and strategies after school on Monday, 9/8 and skillfully executed those plans to all four grade levels during RtI classes on Tuesday, 9/9. Green House members were engaged in a variety of activities that helped build camaraderie and also led to some truly competitive moments amongst students and staff.

Students in a classroom participate in an activity, covering their ears.

Students in a classroom setting participate in an activity with yellow cups.

First House Day

The Amamihe House of Wisdom kicked off the year with an incredible first House Day! Students brought the forest to life by creating colorful leaves, bright flowers, wise owl feet, and winding green chains of wisdom. They completely transformed our hallway into a whimsical woodland wonderland!

Students in green outfits smile and walk on a gymnasium floor.

A school hallway is decorated with paper leaves and tree-like decorations.

Hear ye, hear ye! On September 17 at our first quarter House Day, the entire royal pride from House Valentía celebrated House pride with crowns, royal attire, and medieval activities. Various crests were displayed in our hallway, and cheering for our housemates in cup jousting could be heard near and far. The event ended with a Fashion Show honoring all Heritage Houses. Valentía has many more plans throughout the year, so be ready to hear our ROAR!

Students wearing crowns work on assignments at desks in a classroom.

Five young people in costumes pose for a photo against a blue wall.

A drawing of a bear in a snowy landscape, with the word 'Posey' written above.

The first house day for DOSTI was an unforgettable 'House Day' celebration! The vibrant orange decor, adorned with creative bear-themed elements, perfectly captured the essence of the DOSTI spirit. The house was buzzing with excitement as friends gathered to play a plethora of fun and interactive games, fostering bonding and teamwork. From thrilling challenges to laughter-filled moments, everyone had an amazing time. The decor, deeply rooted in Indian culture, added a unique touch to the festivities. It was a day filled with joy, camaraderie, and memories to cherish, setting the tone for an incredible journey together!

A group of people play flag football on a sunny day in a grassy field.

Two people pose in front of a wall, wearing traditional clothing.

Upcoming Events

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No School - Columbus Day

There will be no school on Monday, October 13th in observance of Columbus Day.