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January 29, 2021

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We are feeling inspired!  In Next Steps class, 6th grade is learning about the importance of goal-setting and working through how to set SMART goals (Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Relevant, Time-based). 

In step one of the project, students identified areas of their lives where they wished to make some type of progress (social, academic, with family, mental health, physical health, etc.).  Then, students created SMART goals for each area.  Students were extremely thoughtful and chose areas of their lives that felt really important for them to focus on.  

Step two of the project involves creating vision boards, which are visual reminders of our goals.  When one looks at their vision board, they should feel inspired and positively refocused on their goals.  Vision boards will be displayed in the middle school hallway when complete!

Blog Reminders:

  • Fifth through Seventh grade will have Milestone tests on February 9 & 11.


  • Student Council is selling Candy Grams - $1.00 per candy gram; deadline to purchase is Wednesday February 10th.  Delivery date is Thursday February 11th.


  • There is no school on Friday, February 12th & Monday, February 15th.


  • Enrollment contracts for the 2021-2022 academic year are due on Friday, February 26th.


  • February is Black History Month when we will be celebrating Black history and culture. If you or someone you know would be willing to share with a class, a division , or multiple groups to enhance our celebration in any way, please email jmyers@holychildacademy.com and we will make it as easy as possible. 


  • Looking forward, March is Women’s Month, April is Arab American Heritage Month, and May is Asian and Pacific Islanders Heritage Month.

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