Lt. Gen. William H. Harrison Preparatory School, IB MYP World School

Harrison Preparatory School

Mission & Vision

Students at HP will graduate as caring, curious, confident, and college-ready young people who have respect for multiple cultures and perspectives.

Teachers at HP will design standards-based challenging learning experiences enriched through technology, community partnerships and personal projects.

Staff at HP will foster meaningful and personalized relationships preparing students for global citizenship.

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Enrollment Process
Harrison Prep is now accepting applications for out-of-district students. We are currently full in 6th grade, but have openings in all other grade levels.

We continue to accept 6th grade applications from in and out of district students, but they will be placed on the waiting list.

If you already turned in a packet, you will be receiving a post card by next week with your enrollment status.

Principal's Message

What a journey! I've been doing a lot of reflecting lately on the number of fantastic students, families, community members, and dedicated professionals that I've been able to work with, laugh with, problem solve with, and celebrate with over the course of this year. It's hard to believe that there are less than 50 school days left of this year of learning and growing together.

I'm so proud that the family atomosphere that we've built our reputation on still thrives here at Harrison Prep. We continue our commitment to provide students with a quality education that doesn't lose sight of quality of daily living, community building, and relationship building.

Thank You for your ongoing support. We couldn't do it without you.

Please Return Your Waiver Forms
All students were given waiver forms to take home last week. They need to be signed and returned by May 10. Every student at HP needs to have a signed waiver form every year.

We are a school of choice, and as such, students are required to turn in a waiver releasing them from their resident school and requesting Harrison Prep. Please ask your student for their form, fill it out and sign it, and return it right away. Thank you!

Lisa Boyd

Harrison Prep News & Announcements

2013 HP Advisory Survey Click here to take the Advisory Survey Please take the following survey to give us your feedback on Advisory.

Harrison Wins Achievement Award Again!
Click here to learn more about the Achievement Index
Harrison Prep has again won a Washington State Achievement Award for Closing the Achievement Gap. This award tracks data over a three-year period, to see whether students of color or low-income are improving on state tests. We have won this award two years in a row, which means that we have continued to improve over the last four years. This award is a testament to our teachers, who continually work with HP students to help them learn the basics and go beyond.

We will be honored at a ceremony April 30 in Covington, along with the other CPSD schools who received awards.

Yearbooks on Sale
http://teacherweb.com/WA/HarrisonPrep/msohler/apt31.aspx
Yearbooks are now on sale. The price is $29.99 for softcover, $36.94 for hardcover. The book has 112 pages, and you can customize two pages if you order before April 24, 2013.

To purchase your yearbook:
Go to http://www.treering.com/validate
passcode: 1013225368982169
Note that Harrison does not handle any cash for these transactions.

ID Badges are Mandatory

All staff and students at HP are required to wear their ID badges every day at school. This is a security measure to keep everyone safe. HP has free lanyards for students, or they may use one of their own. All students received a free ID card after having their picture taken. If the first one is lost, replacements are $5. Students should check the small lost and found in the library if their card is missing.

Learn More about the IB MYP Go to this site and click on the link for the General Regulations for the IB MYP As an authorized IB MYP World School, it is our responsibility to make this information accessible to you. Please read it and contact Casey Silbaugh if you have questions or concerns.

Facebook, MySpace and Students
Facebook - Safety for Parents
Harrison Prep wants to remind parents to monitor their children's use of online social media such as Facebook and Myspace. Online issues between students can follow them into the classroom. While HP deals with issues that follow students into the classroom, we cannot police every child's online interactions at home. Many of the issues we are seeing involve children that are younger than the Age Restrictions permitted on these websites. Please monitor your child's internet use, and be aware of what they are doing online. Additional tips are located on the attached webpage from Facebook.

Military Families Click here for a link to JBLM's Student Liaison's Office We recognize that a great number of families at HP are military. We'd like to do a better job of aligning our communication and expectations with your strengths and concerns. Please contact Casey Silbaugh at csilbaug@cloverpark.k12.wa.us about specific needs we might not be aware of. Thanks for choosing HP!

UPCOMING EVENTS

A and B Days

We will not change A/B days for the rest of the year, now that Community Service Days are over. The calendar is available from the link on the left side of this page.

May 22

Early Release for Staff Development, 12:30 p.m.

April 22 - May 31, 2013

State testing for middle school students begins April 29 and goes through May 31. Practice testing will take place the week of April 22, as tests are being taken on the computer this year, and we want students to practice and feel comfortable while taking the test. Please go to the MSPE link to the left for the calendar and more assessment information.

May 24 - 27, 2013

The last long weekend of the school year! Friday is a snow makeup day that we didn't need to use, and Monday is Memorial Day. Get rested and ready for the last few weeks of school!

May 28 - June 5

Book Fair at HP! The book fair will be held in the Science Lab, hours to be announced. Please check back for more information.

May 30 , 2013

It's time for Lexi's Second Annual Movie Festival. Entries are due May 22.

June 3, 2013

Week Without Walls Presentation Night.
You hear your student talking about CSD, you know they go on field trips or are involved in some kind of activity. Here is your opportunity to see how Community Service Days work, what really happens, and how students and teachers come together with community members to work for the common good.

Please join us at the Lakes High School Performing Arts Center, 6 p.m.

June 7, 2013

PTO Skate Night
Where: Rollin 253 Skate Rink in University Place
When: June 7, 6 - 8 p.m.
Cost: $5, + $2 skate rental

Come have fun on the big wooden oval, and skate the night away with your friends!

June 7, 2013

Senior Banquet
This event is invitation only, for our seniors and their families. It is a time to celebrate, reminisce, receive honors and awards. Remember to bring your kleenex!

June 10, 2012

Choir Concert at Lakes Performing Arts Center, 7 p.m.
This concert was originally scheduled for May, but due to illness was postponed.

Our high school choir received an Excellent rating at the Large Group Contest in May, and will be performing that night. Our middle school choirs will also take the stage, and their performance is sure to be wonderful.

June 14, 2013

Graduation takes place Friday, June 14, 2013 at the McGavick Center at Clover Park Technical College. This event requires a ticket, which are given to seniors to give to family and friends.

June 19, 2013

Last Day of School
Early release, 12:30 p.m.

Pumapalooza is our last day event, with games, fun and all-school participation. If you are interested in volunteering, let Ms. Stapleton know right away!

Lt. Gen. William H. Harrison Preparatory School, IB MYP World School 8800 121st St SW., Lakewood, WA 98498 253-583-5418 FAX: 253-583-5417 Attendance: 583-5435

Last Modified: Monday, May. 20, 2013