Parent-Teacher Conferences continue on Monday, October 19.
College/Sports Jersey Spirit Day will be held Thursday and Friday—students may wear their favorite team jersey with dress code appropriate bottoms.
We’ll wrap up the week with our Wooden Wins Assembly, celebrating student character and growth.
Enjoy the weekend,
Mrs. Knapp
AMERICAN HERITAGE CHARTER SCHOOLS
2027-2028 SCHOOL YEAR LOTTERY INFORMATION
Lotteries for the 2027-2028 school year will open on October 13, 2026 for all programs. Applications are not required for currently enrolled students, but new siblings must submit a lottery application.
Escondido Charter High School: Lottery applications for enrollment in the high school programs are available online athttps://amhcs.org/echs/echs-admissions/. The Escondido Charter High school lottery closes on January 15, 2027. Please contact the main office at 760-737-3154 if you have any questions.
Heritage Elementary School: Lottery applications are available online athttps://amhcs.org/heritage-elementary-school/hes-admissions/. The lottery closes on February 5, 2027. Please contact the Heritage Elementary office at 760-737-3111 if you have any questions.
Heritage Junior High: Lottery applications are available online at https://amhcs.org/heritage-junior-high-school/hjhs-admissions/. The lottery closes on February 5, 2027. Please contact the Heritage Junior High office at 760-294-5599 if you have any questions.
Heritage Flex Academy: Lottery applications are available online athttps://amhcs.org/hfa/hfa-admissions/. The lottery closes on February 5, 2027. Please contact the Heritage Flex Academy office at 760-466-1166 if you have any questions.
MEAL SERVICE PROGRAM AT HERITAGE FLEX ACADEMY
Heritage Flex Academy offers free breakfast and free lunch for all students. There is no need to sign up in advance.
Please remember the meals are subject to change. Updates will be posted on the monthly menu as soon as they become available. Please be sure to check the most current version of the calendar for the most up-to-date menu information. To view the full menu from our vendor, click on “Menus and Nutrition Information” in the quick link above.
Breakfast Reminder Breakfast is served from 8:00–8:15 am. No breakfasts will be served after the warning bell.
Parent Communication & Student Participation Please talk with your child each morning about whether they plan to participate in breakfast and/or lunch that day. This helps our team prepare accurate meal counts and ensures your child knows your expectations.
Allergies & Dietary Restrictions If your child has any food allergies or dietary needs, please ensure we have a doctor-signed Medical Statement Form
on file. Families may also submit a Fluid Milk Substitution Form
(parent-signed) if they prefer lactose-free, soy, or oat milk.
If you have any questions, please email Principal Sandi Knapp or Office Manager Sarah Sinohui.
AHCS MUSICAL THEATER PRESENTS
AHCS Musical Theater presents Willy Wonka Jr.: Step into a world of pure imagination! Join us as American Heritage Charter School students of all ages showcase their incredible talents in this year’s sweet and sensational production of Willy Wonka Jr.! This show is guaranteed to satisfy your sweet tooth and ignite your sense of wonder. Grab your Golden Ticket and follow us into a magical factory packed with scrumptious songs, hilarious antics, and spectacular sights! Tickets are on sale now, with shows at the American Spirit Theater on the Escondido Charter High School campus from November 5-8. Be sure to lock in your seats early, as ticket prices will increase starting October 31. Check out the showtimes below and click here
to purchase your tickets—it’s a golden opportunity for fun you won’t want to miss!
SHOWTIMES
Thursday, November 5*
5:00 p.m. (GOLDEN TICKET CAST) *Students $5 cash at the door while supplies last
Friday, November 6
7:00 p.m. (WONKA BAR CAST)
Saturday, November 7
2:00 p.m. (WONKA BAR CAST)
7:00 p.m. (GOLDEN TICKET CAST)
Sunday, November 8
2:00 p.m. (GOLDEN TICKET CAST)
7:00 p.m. (WONKA BAR CAST)
NEW & TIME SENSITIVE INFORMATION
A Note from Mrs. Peterson, the music teacher ~
Hello families! Our 1st Music in Action for the school year is coming up in week 11 (Oct 20th/21st). I've included some information about it below:
Music in Action
Who: Your students! (it is completely optional)
What: A time for students to share with their class a musical talent (a song, playing an instrument, dance, poetry, chant, music video, cheer, etc.)
When: Oct 20th/21st during music class (1:30-2:00 min. max)
Why: promotes performing, encourages having courage to stand in front of people & also teaches students how to be a good audience member.
If playing an instrument, your student will need to bring it to school (or they can record themselves and send me the video via email). I am planning to bring a keyboard for any pianists that want to share their talent :)
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to email me at rpeterson@amhcs.org
YEARBOOKS ARE ON SALE: Be sure to order your yearbook now so you don’t miss out on capturing all the special memories from this school year! Here’s the link: Buy Yearbook Here!
Have pictures to share? We’d love to include them in the yearbook! Please send your photos here:Also if you have pictures to share with us to put in the yearbook please send them here: Submit Photos Here.
JR HIGH ATHLETICS:
JR HIGH FALL DANCE:
Students from HJHS and HFA will have the opportunity to show off their dance moves on Friday, November 13, for the annual fall junior high dance. This year's theme is masquerade! Masquerade masks will be provided for students at the dance. Students will not be permitted to bring or wear masks from home. We encourage students to dress their best for this special occasion, but please review the dress and behavior codes
in advance. Questions should be directed to the front office at 760-297-5599.
When: Friday, November 13, 2026, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. (Students should be picked up promptly at 8:00 p.m. and they are not permitted to walk from the event.)
Where: Heritage Elementary MPR at 1855 E. Valley Parkway, Escondido
How: Please click HERE
to access the permission slip and payment portal. The cost for the event is $8 per student, which includes a ticket for one Kona Ice; additional snacks will be available for purchase with cash at the event, with all proceeds going to HJHS Leadership. Please bring small bills for your snack purchases! Tickets must be purchased no later than 4:00 p.m. on November 13, 2026. Tickets will NOT be available for purchase at the event. Refunds will not be issued.
THIS WEEK AT HFA
Monday, October 19:
ReFlexion Parent Conferences (No Power Hours)
Logic & Fallacies Class - 10:00am
Jr High Winter Sports TryOuts- Boys Basketball (HJHS Blacktop) and Girls Soccer (HJHS Softball Fields), 2:30-3:30 pm
Tuesday, October 20:
TK Meet Up Bates Nut Farm
Jr High Winter Sports TryOuts- Boys Basketball (HJHS Blacktop) and Girls Soccer (HJHS Softball Fields), 3:30-5:00 pm
AHCS 30th Anniversary Celebration
Wednesday, October 21:
HFA Campus Tour- 10:00 am
Thursday, October 22:
Wooden Wins Virtue Awards & Jersey Spirit Day
Friday, October 23:
Wooden Wins Virtue Awards & Jersey Spirit Day
WOODEN WINS MONTHLY VIRTUE
ACADEMIC ADVISORS CONNECTION
We have hit the midway point of our first semester, making this a great time to pause, reflect, and celebrate the progress you’ve made so far! Homeschooling is a team effort, and we know the hard work, dedication, and consistency it takes from both students and parents. As you look ahead to the rest of the semester, take time to review assignments, check progress, and identify any areas that may need extra attention. Remember, progress doesn’t have to be perfect to be meaningful! Keep building good habits, asking questions, and taking things one day at a time. Your Academic Advisors are here to support you along the way.
📚 Conference Time - Final week of conferences for October this week - Monday, October 19 - Thursday, October 22. Please check the weekly email being sent out tomorrow to confirm your scheduled time, and let me know if you need to make any adjustments. We’re excited to connect with you and see all the amazing things your child(ren) have been learning so far this year!
🎃 October Meet-Up at Bates Nut Farm! We hope you can join us at Bates Nut Farm this Thursday, October 22nd. It will be a morning full of pumpkins, hayrides, and corn mazes—perfect for getting into the autumn spirit and enjoying this nice weather. It’s going to be a fun and festive time for all! Even if you didn’t pre-purchase your tickets, you can still join us by purchasing tickets as you arrive.
Autumn Festival at the San Diego Zoo and Safari Park: Weekends in October offer a little something extra for families at the San Diego Zoo and Safari Park. If you have passes or are taking advantage of Kids Free October, it's worth experiencing the free corn maze, live performers, themed food and drink, and fall decor throughout the park. Make sure to check their website for event details, including times and dates for specific activities. Zoo info here. Safari Park info here.
Did you notice anything this week on campus? Our teachers hosted an underground spirit week and they all participated in dressing up. Here are a few pictures of the week. We had teachers dress up like Twins, Western Days, Favorite Holiday and even Charter Spirit.
COMMUNITY OPPORTUNITIES
The Southern California Ballet in Poway is offering special shows for field trips on December 17th and 18th. Click here
for more information.
November 2: Kindergarten Campus Tour for Proespectice Families
November 5-8: Fall Musical
November 10: Virtual Home Day
November 11: No School, Veteran's Day
November 13: End of Grading Period/ JR High Dance
November 18: HFA Campus Tour
November 19/20: Wooden Wins Assembly/Spirit Day
November 23-27: No School, Thanksgiving Break
Our mission is to form the hearts and minds of our community, through a rich core curriculum, with a perspective that cherishes timeless virtue and the American Spirit.
Find all the details and participating locations here: 
