As we head into the final stretch of the school year, this is a meaningful window to help students finish strong—both academically and in their habits and routines.
A quick 3rd grade update for our community: Mrs. Abigayl Macias’s last day with students will be April 16 as she begins her maternity leave. We are grateful for the care and dedication she has given to her students and wish her all the best in this special season with her family.
Mrs. Jennifer Throop will step into the role of full-time 3rd grade teacher, supporting both Red and Blue Path students for the remainder of this year and continuing in that role next year. Our Academic Advisor, Nick Testa, will continues to support families alongside Mrs. Throop.
Additionally, 5th and 7th grade students will participate in Physical Fitness Testing next week. Please see your child’s teacher’s email for specific details.
Thank you for your continued partnership as we move through a strong finish to the year.
Sincerely,
Mrs. Knapp
MEAL SERVICE PROGRAM AT HFA
Heritage Flex Academy offers free breakfast and free lunch for all students. There is no need to sign up in advance.
April Meals
- Nutritional information is found in a link at the top of the calendar
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.
NEW & TIME SENSITIVE INFORMATION
HJHS/HFA LATE SPRING SPORTS TRYOUTS THIS MONDAY AND TUESDAY
Attention all 7th and 8th grade student-athletes! It’s time to get ready for Late Spring Sports Tryouts at HJHS and HFA!
TRYOUT DATES & TIMES: Monday, April 13: 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM Tuesday, April 14: 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
SPORTS & LOCATIONS:
Girls Flag Football – @ ECHS Field
Boys Volleyball – @ HJHS Blacktop
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
All athletes must be in good academic standing (2.0 GPA, no Fs)
Must be cleared and eligible with admin to compete!
Bring appropriate gear, water, and be ready to compete!
Come out, work hard, and represent HJHS/HFA with pride! Work hard. Live pure. Honor the team. Lead with courage.
HAVE YOU ORDERED YOUR YEARBOOK YET? Once they’re gone, they are gone! The Heritage Flex Academy Staff is finalizing the yearbook layouts and sending it to the printers! To guarantee your student gets our 2025-2026 10th Anniversary Edition of the HFA Yearbook, order yours now! A limited number of copies are still available, first come, first served - until they’re sold out! Follow the link to order one today! GUARANTEE YOUR COPY HERE
A NOTE FROM MRS PETERSON, the music teacher:
Hello families! Our 2nd Music in Action is coming up THIS WEEK (April 14th
/15th)
I've included some information about it below:
Music in Action
Who: Your students :)
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: April 14th/15th 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
INTERESTED IN TRAVELING: Upcoming Europe Trip to France, the Alps & Germany with Mrs. Scaramuzza: Summer of 2028. If interested in learning more, find meeting info and RSVP here: https://bit.ly/4bkpSSf VIRTUAL meeting is Wednesday, April 15 at 6pm. Trip is open to students and families.
CONSORTIO
CONSORTIO - PARTNERING WITH PARENTS @ 1845/TK BUILDING: Please join us this coming Wednesday, April 15, at 8:30 AM in the 1845/TK Building for a special time of encouragement and insight. Our Curriculum Coordinator, Mrs. Kelly Beck, will be sharing “What Does It Mean For Your Child to be Free?” We hope you will join us for what promises to be an inspiring and practical time together. We look forward to seeing you there! If you have any questions, please contact Jill at jthomas@amhcs.org
CONSORTIO - LEARNING TOGETHER: K-5 families, join us to discuss strategies for preventing the summer slide. We will meet on Monday, April 20, from 8:30 - 9:30 during Power Hour in the HFA courtyard. Parents, please bring your questions and ideas to share. Our K-5 teachers will be joining us to share tips and answer questions. Students, bring some of your homeschool work with you. We will have classrooms open, and teachers will be available to support students to help get your school week off to a great start.
AHCS MUSICAL THEATER PRESENTS
Get out your favorite sweat band because Footloose is coming to ECHS!
Footloose, set in the '80s, tells the story of Ren, who sets out to prove that "Dancing is Not a Crime" along with the unavoidable adjustment of moving from Chicago to a small farming town (with no cell phones).
When we hope "Somebody's Eyes" are watching, we hope they're yours!
Footloose tickets are on sale now, with shows at the American Spirit Theater on the Escondido Charter High School campus from April 16-19! View the Promo Video. It will be an amazing show!
*For this show, all students will be able to buy tickets at the door, $5 cash/Google/Apple Pay, first come, first served while supplies last
FRIDAY, APRIL 17
7:00 p.m. (CHICAGO CAST)
*Pre-show activity*: Costume Contest
SATURDAY, APRIL 18
2:00 p.m. (CHICAGO CAST)
7:00 p.m. (BOMONT CAST)
*Pre-show activity* 7:00 p.m. show:
Learn the Footloose dance with a cast member
SUNDAY, APRIL 19
2:00 p.m. (BOMONT CAST)
7:00 p.m. (CHICAGO CAST)
*Pre-show activity* 7:00 p.m. show:
Learn the Footloose dance with a cast member
THIS WEEK AT HFA
Monday, April 13:
Power Hour (Please see teacher’s email for more information)
Jr High Girls Flag Football Tryouts, 2:30-4:00 @ ECHS Field
Boys Volleyball Tryouts, 2:00-4:30 @ HJHS Black Top
Tuesday, April 14:
7th Grade: Physical Fitness Testing (please see teacher’s email for more information)
K-5th Music in Action
Jr High Girls Flag Football Tryouts, 3:30-5:00 @ ECHS Field
Boys Volleyball Tryouts, 3:30-5:00 @ HJHS Black Top
Wednesday, April 15:
7th Grade: Physical Fitness Testing (please see teacher’s email for more information)
Consortio: Partnering with Parents @ TK/1845, 8:30 am
K-5th Music in Action
Thursday, April 16:
Footloose Musical Performance, 5:00 p.m., American Spirit Theater
5th Grade: Physical Fitness Testing (please see teacher’s email for more information)
Friday, April 17:
Footloose Musical Performance, 7:00 p.m., American Spirit Theater
5th Grade: Physical Fitness Testing (please see teacher’s email for more information)
WOODEN WINS VIRTUE
APRIL
Confidence
I am confident. I am sure of myself and my abilities. I am not arrogant or think I am superior to others. I do the right thing, despite what others might think of me.
"Things turn out for the best for the people who make the best of the way things turn out." -Coach John Wooden
ACADEMIC ADVISORS CONNECTION
If you haven’t visited our Parent HUB
in a while, be sure to check it out. It is an amazing tool providing learning resources, announcements, field trips, and meet up opportunities, and other important news to help families stay connected to our HFA community.
