The Heart of Howard: A Community of Kindness, Respect, and Joy

Last week I enjoyed an evening of watching our boys’ Varsity basketball team play (and win!) a game in our gym. A parent came and sat with me for a bit. We watched the game, cheered, and visited.  As he left to go high five his son after the game, I noticed that he took with him an empty bag of potato chips, an empty coke can, and a candy wrapper.  All of that trash was there when he walked up into the bleachers; none of it was his.

Important: Re-Enrollment Now Open for the 2025-2026 Academic Year! 

Re-enrollment packets for the 2025-2026 academic year were emailed on Wednesday, February 5th! Online re-enrollment must be completed by Wednesday, February 19th.

Financial Aid Award notifications have been emailed to returning families.

Please reach out to the Admissions Office with any questions, and THANK YOU for being a part of The Howard School Community!

Random Acts of Kindness Week: Bingo Challenge! 

Dear High School Parents/Guardians,

Our school is excited to celebrate Random Acts of Kindness Week from Monday, February 10, to Friday, February 14, 2025! As part of this event, High School students will receive a Bingo Card with various acts of kindness to complete throughout the week. Some of these activities will take place at home, and we need your help!

Your Role as a High School Parent/Guardian:

✅ Watch for Acts of Kindness – Keep an eye out for your child completing one of the kindness activities listed on their Bingo Card at home.

✅ Sign Their Bingo Card – If you catch your child doing one of the listed activities, please ask for their Bingo Card and sign it in the appropriate box.

✅ Remind Them to Hold On to Their Card – Students are responsible for keeping their Bingo Cards safe throughout the week.

✅ Turn in by Friday, February 14 – Students must submit their completed Bingo Cards to their Advisors during morning advisory on Friday, February 14, 2025.

Thank you for encouraging kindness at home and helping make this a successful and meaningful week for our students! - Counseling Team
 

Understanding Executive Function and How It Impacts Academic Success

Parents, get ready to gain critical insights into one of the most important yet least understood aspects of learning success! Join us for a Parent Education Session on Executive Function on February 12 at 8:30 am in the Blackbox Theater, featuring The Howard School's Executive Function Experts and Speech Language Pathologists Victoria Bondurant and Joseph Walsh.

What is Executive Function?
Executive function is the brain's management system – think of it as the "CEO of the brain" that helps students plan, organize, manage time, focus attention, and regulate emotions. These crucial cognitive skills are fundamental to academic achievement and lifelong success.

In this parent education session you'll learn:

• How executive function skills impact learning and academic performance
• Signs of executive function challenges in students
• Practical strategies to support your child's cognitive development

The session will provide research-backed insights and actionable strategies that can make a real difference in your child's educational journey. Whether your child is struggling with homework, time management, or staying focused, this session offers valuable tools for parents.

Register to attend at the link below

Hope to See You There! Show Your Hawk Pride at the High Museum Art Exhibition!

 The Howard School is taking over the High Museum of Art! Well, our Lower and Middle School artists are, anyway! Their exceptional artwork is featured in "Howard at the High Museum" from February 11th to March 16th in the Education wing (Greene family gallery).

Join us for a special reception Sunday, February 23rd, from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM to celebrate these talented Hawks! It's a wonderful opportunity to meet the teachers, mingle with fellow parents, and celebrate the artistic achievements of our students.

Free Admission Details: Enjoy FREE admission to the High Museum during regular exhibition hours (February 11th-March 16th) by mentioning "Howard at the High Museum" at Guest Relations. (Free admission is not valid during special after-hour events.)

Let's fill the gallery with Hawk pride! See you there.

The Annual Pet Club Supply Drive continues through Feb. 18th!

This year we are collecting to support the current needs of LifeLine Animal Project, listed below.

• Dog and cat beds
• Cat toys
• Purina® Cat Chow Complete dry food and canned wet food
• Purina® Dog Chow dry food and canned dog food
• Dog treats
• Nylon collars, size M
• Martingale collars, size M-L
• Wire crates for off-site adoptions and foster program
• Scoopable or clay cat litter
• Clean blankets and towels (no large comforters or electric blankets)

MONDAY, FEB. 10

Varsity Boys Basketball AAC Tournament @Howard

Varsity Girls Basketball AAC Tournament @ Howard

TUESDAY, FEB. 11

Varsity Boys Basketball AAC Tournament @ Howard

WEDNESDAY, FEB 12

Varsity Girls Basketball AAC Tournament @Howard