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NEWSLETTER #4 December 2025

🎁HAPPY HOLIDAYS🎄

Dear Hope Families,

As the year draws to a close, we celebrate the milestones we have achieved together at Hope Academy. Each success reflects the resilience, creativity, and compassion of our community.

This Christmas season reminds us of the joy of giving, the beauty of togetherness, and the light of hope that shines brightest when shared. Looking ahead, we remain dedicated to nurturing every student’s potential and strengthening a school culture where students feel supported, encouraged, and have a true sense of belonging.

As Nelson Mandela once said, “Children are our greatest treasure. They are our future.” May we continue to honor that truth in all we do.

Thank you always for your trust and support.

Wishing you a Merry Christmas and a joyful, healthy, hope‑filled New Year!

Sherna Leslie. Acting Principal

Students Council 5 DAYS OF HOPEFUL Christmas

🎄 5 Days of HOPEful Christmas at Hope Academy 🎄

The Student Council brought holiday cheer to our school community with the 5 Days of HOPEful Christmas, celebrated from December 15–19. Each day was filled with creativity, fun, and opportunities to give back:

Student Council

Dec 15 – Great Christmas Door-Off Contest
Classes competed to design the most festive and imaginative classroom doors. The halls were alive with holiday spirit!

Dec 16 – Letters to Santa & Primary’s Christmas Carnival
Students penned heartfelt letters to Santa, while our primary students enjoyed games, treats, and joyful festivities at the carnival.

Dec 17 – Primary Christmas Carousel and Holiday Food Drive
Generosity shone bright as donations poured in to support families in need, spreading hope and kindness this season.

Dec 18 – Christmas PJs and Crocs Day (Civvy Day, $2 donation)
Cozy and cheerful, students donned their Christmas pajamas and Crocs while contributing to charity—comfort with a cause!
Dec 19 – Class Christmas Parties
The week wrapped up with laughter, food, and friendship at class parties, the perfect finale to our festive celebration.

✨ The Student Council extends heartfelt wishes to all students and families for a safe, joyous, and hope-filled Christmas holiday. ✨

Sincerely,

Shania Terry

Vice President, Student Council

Hope Academy Sports Day

🏅 Sports Day 2025 – A Celebration of Excellence and Character 🏅

Congratulations to all students and staff who made this year’s Sports Day such a tremendous success! From thrilling track races to impressive field events, our athletes showcased not only their skills but also their sportsmanship, teamwork, and determination.

The day was filled with energy, encouragement, and a sense of community spirit; every participant contributed to the vibrant atmosphere that made the event unforgettable. We are proud of the way our students rose to the challenge, demonstrating resilience, respect, and camaraderie both on and off the field.

👏 Well done to everyone involved in making Sports Day 2025/26 a highlight of the school year!

ART CLASS

🎄 Holiday Art Showcase: A Celebration of Creativity ✨

Grade 7 brought vibrant imagination to life with Panamanian Mola-inspired Christmas stockings, dazzling in bold patterns and rhythmic repetition reminiscent of traditional Mola textiles. Each stocking became a canvas of joy, holiday-themed designs bursting with color, originality, and festive cheer. 🌟

Grades 8 and 9 embraced the season with breathtaking winter masterpieces: snowcapped trees shimmering under twinkling lights, elegant ribbons dancing across snowy landscapes, and cozy Christmas mugs inviting visions of hot cocoa on frosty nights. Their artwork radiates warmth, wonder, and the pure essence of the holidays. ❄️☕✨

💖 A heartfelt thank you to our talented middle school and Grade 9 artists. Your dedication, creativity, and joyful spirit shine through every detail, turning this season into a gallery of holiday magic.

🎅✨ Wishing our Hope Academy family a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays filled with light, laughter, and love!

— Ms. Kerry

PE DEPARTMENT

⚽ Hope Academy at the PSA 6v6 Tournament ⚽

Hope Academy proudly took part in the PSA 6v6 Tournament, hosted at CIS. While the team didn’t bring home any hardware this time, they displayed outstanding perseverance, teamwork, and school spirit throughout the competition. Every match was a chance to grow, and the experience gained will surely strengthen our athletes for future challenges.

👏 Well done to all players and coaches for representing Hope Academy with determination and pride!

Jake Kelly Teacher - Athletics and Activities

STAFF SPIRIT WEEK

🎅 Staff Christmas Spirit Week at Hope Academy 🎅

The holiday cheer was alive and well as our staff joined in the fun of Christmas Spirit Week! From festive outfits and cozy Christmas sweaters to joyful decorations and shared treats, the week was filled with laughter, camaraderie, and plenty of sparkle. It was wonderful to see our teachers and staff embracing the season together, spreading warmth and holiday joy throughout the school community.

✨ Thank you to all who participated in making Spirit Week such a memorable celebration! ✨