26th January 2024
Dear Parents
I normally start my newsletter with a highlight of the week but this week it is a low light - TRAFFIC!
The traffic this week has been quite dreadful and has resulted in lots of late children - and members of staff too. Sadly, there is nothing we can do about it except leave home earlier which I know isn't always possible and sometimes doesn't make a difference anyway. We do understand the pressure the roadworks are putting on everyone. Hopefully the level of roadworks will ease shortly but I want you to know we feel your pain!
Reception Trip
Ladybirds had a fantastic time on Wednesday morning at Little City / Nee Naw Parties. They role-played driving emergency vehicles, working at the hair salon, visiting the supermarket and even putting out fires!
Parents' Evening
Year 5 parents' evening has been postponed due to Mr King's ongoing illness, but everyone else we hope to see you on either Tuesday, 30th January or Thursday, 1st February 2024. Please note there will be no co-curricular clubs after school on Tuesday and Thursday next week due to parents' evening. Choir has also been cancelled on Monday and parents have been informed.
Correct Data Information
There was an incident this week when we were unable to contact a family due to the incorrect information being held by school.
Please if you change address, change phone numbers or the details of your emergency contacts please let us know. You can check your current details on Edulink by clicking 'Update Information' and then you can submit any changes via Edulink. Alternatively, you can email the school office and they will make the changes.
Happy birthday this week to: Edward, Zuri-Lee, Freddie, Austin, Adam, Chloe and Gabriella
LOVE 2 LAUGH STAND UP COMEDY NIGHT & DISCO
Back once again this year, is our Stand-up Comedy Night & Disco. By far the BEST social night at Harpenden Academy for staff, parents, carers, family & friends!
Expect to laugh, enjoy some light nibbles, grab a drink (or more) from our bar & dance the night away! This year we welcome comedic headliners: Ian Stone & Ninia Benjamin, DJ services provided by Craig of Perfect Personalised Parties, a bar operated by our very own Platform Wines & raffle featuring prizes donated from HA business owners & within the local community (class reps will share more about the raffle). So...grab your partner and/or a group of friends & get ready for this epic night at HA! Tickets: https://www.foha.co.uk/fohashop/p/comedy
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Wrap Around Care Assistant, Term Time Only - Casual Contract, Breakfast and After School Club, Start Date April 2024
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