Next week, the elementary classes are trying out a new lunch schedule.  Right now, the students eat lunch at 12:15 and then go outside to play from 12:30-12:50.  Next week from Monday to Thursday, students will go outside to play FIRST and then come in to eat their lunches. (Play time will remain at 20 minutes.) Several health studies have been done around the world to see if this scenario is healthier for the students than our current, more traditional scenario.  The main reasons for trying it are to see if students will stop rushing through their eating time AND that they will be running around on an empty stomach, instead of on a full stomach.  After the week is over, we will be acquiring feedback from the parents, students, and staff to assess the pros and cons.  If students order pizza or sushi/stir-fry, they can still continue to do so, we will adjust the schedule to allow for this.  Thank you for your support as we try new things and work on making the school day even better for our students.

JUST A REMINDER:  Next FRIDAY, Feb. 6th  is a PRO-D DAY for Highroad Academy.  The following Monday is BC Family Day.  Enjoy the extra long weekend!