Harvest Preparatory Academy

BACK-TO-SCHOOL INFORMATION

Who to Contact

YUMA CAMPUS

350 E 18th St Yuma, AZ 85364

Phone: 928-782-2052

 

SAN LUIS CAMPUS

1044 N. 10th Ave. San Luis, AZ 85349

Phone: 928-627-5008

 

HARVEST PRESCHOOL & CHILD CARE

1793 S 1st Ave Yuma, Arizona 85364

Phone: 928-276-4286

 

District Receptionist 928-782-2052 x1000 
Elementary Receptionist 928-782-2052   x2000 
High school Receptionist  928-782-2052 x2021 & 2022
SPED Receptionist 928-782-2052 x2029

General Information

Open House
Harvest Preparatory Open house will be on August 1st for both Yuma and San Luis.

4-5 PM Kinder and Ninth-grade Orientation
5:30-6:20 PM First Session
6:30-7:30 Second Session

This is the time for parents and guardians to visit the school and classrooms.  You’ll have the opportunity to speak with teachers about your child’s schedules and the teacher’s classroom expectations. The main objective of our open house is to allow teachers and parents to meet and discuss highlights regarding students.
Instructors may explain their teaching styles and their methods of monitoring student behavior and progress in class. Parents will have the opportunity to mention some facts about their child’s behavioral problems if any, academic struggles, or learning style in hopes of developing a more individualized teaching plan and building that student/teacher relationship.
HPA wants to see positive results that are likely when teachers and parents work together to identify students’ needs and implement strategies to meet them. During this time parents can learn more about dual credit, CTE – Career Technical Education, student clubs, sports, after-school activities, child-care, and other extracurricular activities. Teachers, and coaches, are prepared to explain the different options you have for enrolling your children in these various events and activities.
School Uniforms
DRESS CODE
 Students at HPA should be well groomed and neat in appearance. All clothing is to be well fitted (neither oversized and baggy nor tight and form-fitting) and in good repair. Pants should be regular, slim or relaxed fit with no side zippers, designs and writing and must not touch the ground or be shorter than the top of the anklebone. Skirts, shorts and pants must be worn on the hips with plain black or brown belts. No knit, fleece, denim, stretch, flannel, pouched polyester, nylon, corduroy or cargo style. Designs and embroidery on bottoms are not acceptable. Capri-style pants are allowed. Any undershirt that is worn beneath a shirt or blouse must not show on the outer garment AND not be visible from the shirt’s sleeves or hem. HPA prefers the undershirt be white or a similar color of the uniform shirt being worn. Shirts must NOT be form-fitted and must be long enough to be tucked in. Please call the school for the current vendor of the uniforms. 
 
Daily Wear 
 
KG-5 th Grade 
The HPA uniform consists of maroon or navy-blue polo shirts (short and long sleeve) with the HPA logo and either khaki, navy blue or black shorts, pants or skirts 
 
 6 th -8 th Grade The HPA uniform consists of hunter green and gray polo shirts (short and long sleeve) with the HPA logo and either khaki, navy blue or black shorts, pants or skirt.
9 th -12th Grade 
The HPA uniform for High School (grades 9th – 12th) shirts are black or white polo shirts with HPA logo and/or either khaki, navy blue, or black shorts, pants or skirts (girls only).
 Jeans Dress Code 
Students are allowed to wear jeans on Fridays as long as the following requirements are met: Jeans should be regular, slim or relaxed fit with no side zippers, designs and writing and must not touch the ground or be shorter than the top of the anklebone. Jeans, shorts and skirt (for Girls Only) must be in uniform style and must follow dress code policy. Ripped or colored jeans are not allowed. Students must contribute $1.00 to the student activities fund to be eligible to wear jeans on Fridays. If students are not contributing the $1.00, they will be given a warning and be made aware of our policy. If a student is continually wearing jeans on Fridays without making the contribution, they must receive a dress code violation as well as their parent(s) / guardian(s) being notified of the student’s responsibility to contribute to the student activities fund. If they are still in violation after notification has been given to the parent(s) / guardian(s), the student will be asked to call home for a change of clothing. If the clothing is not brought within 1 – 2 hours of notification, the student will receive an unexcused absence and detention.
 
Physical Education Shoes 
In order for students to participate in Physical Education or other school-related athletic activities, students must wear the designated HPA PE Uniform and/or gear. Shoes must stay on their feet and secured with a tie or Velcro. Shoes/Socks Shoes must have closed toes and closed heels; no sandals or high heels are permitted. Shoes must not have any offensive, obscene, profane, and/or indecent symbols. Socks must be worn at all times. No neon or distracting colors; should uphold private school standard. Shoes must stay on their feet and secured with a tie or Velcro. Hats Students must have written permission from the School Administrator to wear a hat. 
 
 BOYS
 Male students may have collar-length hair and their hair must not cover the eyes. No distracting or disruptive hair designs and no extravagant colors are permitted (natural highlights or coloring are permissible.) Spiked hair longer than 2” must be confined to the top of the head.
 
Hats 
Students must have written permission from the School Administrator to wear a hat.
 
 Sideburns shall be no more than 1” wide, shall not extend below the lowest portion of the ear and shall be cut straight across. Mustaches shall not extend below the upper lip or beyond the corners of the mouth. Heavily waxed, twisted or handlebar-style mustaches are prohibited. Male students may wear facial hair that is contemporary and conservative in nature in the form of a mustache, sculpted or full beard and/or goatee. Facial hair must be natural colors only, and not exceed ½ inch in length. Braiding, “Fu Man Chu”, “Soul Patch” and exotic designs are prohibited. Fingernails shall not exceed ¼ inch from the end of the finger and shall not be painted. If student has any tattoo, they must be covered up at all times during school hours. Visible piercings must be removed while in class or on school property. A simple ring, single strand necklace, single strand wrist bracelet, and basic wristwatch is permitted. 
 
GIRLS Hair may not be distracting. For example, it may not be spiked above 1”, no distracting or disruptive hair designs, and no unnatural colors (natural highlights or coloring are permissible.) 
 
7 th -8 th grade girls will be permitted to wear only light, natural makeup. NO glitter roll-on or eye-shadow. 
9 th – 12th-grade girls – eyeliner cannot be gang-related, worn thick or inappropriately. Conservative makeup is allowed. Fingernails shall not exceed ½ inch from the end of the finger. Nail polish must not be brought to school. Earrings (small and simple) are allowed, but facial/body piercings, along with tattoos are not allowed. A simple ring, single strand necklace, single strand wrist bracelet and basic wristwatch is permitted. 
 
Outerwear 
 Hoods are allowed but must be tucked in while in the building. Students can wear HPA jackets, sweatshirts, cardigans, sweaters or a non-HPA solid-colored sweatshirt. Sweatshirts or cardigan sweaters may be worn over a grade-level appropriate colored polo shirt. Collar must be visible at the neckline. No other outerwear may be worn in the classroom. 
 
 Book Bags/Backpacks 
Book bags or backpacks may have patterns such as stripes, stars, and polka dots but no offensive, obscene, profane, indecent, and/or inappropriate insignias. They must not display writings, symbols, or characters. Brand logos are permissible. The administration prefers clear bags but they are not required. Backpacks are optional but not preferred. Gang writing and/or tags are in violation of the code of conduct. 
First Day of School

See you August 3rd!  The first day of school is traditionally about creating routines and re-establishing the classroom community, but there is little that is routine or established about this year’s start.  Many students and teachers nationwide spent the last couple of years communicating via screen, rather than in a school setting. For some children in early grades, it has been a long time since they have experienced the structure and interaction of in-person school. For younger children, this year may be the first time ever that they have been asked to spend hours in a classroom.  Here at HPA, we are working to establish a positive transition back into the classroom for all grades, creating a safe and healthy learning environment. 

2022-23 Parent Handbook
2022-23 Student Handbook
Student Council 2022-2023

Applications are available NOW from Mrs. Tugade and at Open House on August 1st.  Applications are due for both HS and MS By August 19th.  
Campaigning for Government positions for both HS and MS:  President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, Reporter, and Events Coordinator will be the week of August 22th
Speeches and Debates for both HS and MS will be the week of August 29th.  Voting for government positions will follow. 

Download the Student Council Application

NEW!! CTSO (Career Technical Student Organization)
Career and Technical Career Organizations
DECA Dues  Affiliation $15.00 and Membership $20.00
HOSA Dues
Skills USA
DECA prepares emerging leaders and entrepreneurs in high schools and colleges in marketing, finance, hospitality, and management.
 
HOSA is the premier organization for middle school, secondary, postsecondary, adult and collegiate students pursuing careers in the healthcare industry. HOSA’s two-fold mission is to promote career opportunities in the health care industry and to enhance the delivery of quality health care to all people.
 
SkillsUSA is a national organization serving teachers and high school and college students who are preparing for careers in technical, skilled, and service occupations, including health occupations.
Elective Change Request
Please see Mrs. Haros for a schedule change.  928-782-2052 x2020
Technology Insurance Form
Dual Credit Registration

Dual credit Registration ends 8-31. For more information on the classes that are offered this year please go to HPA Dual Credit – Harvest Preparatory Academy

Sports

HPA Cheer Tryouts 2022-2023

Date: August 10th-11th 2022

Time: Afterschool dismissal until 5PM

Attire: Any Harvest color Shirt, Black Athletic Shorts, Athletic or Cheer shoes (No Vans/Converses) Hair must be pulled up and away from face, No jewelry, and No long or fake nails, Makeup must be neutral (No false lashes)

Address: HPA Yuma Campus (Cafeteria)

Contact Cheer Coach at (928)257-8743 or hpaad@harvestprep.com

 

Please go to the link to complete the form

HPA Cheerleading Tryout Information 2022-2023 (forms.gle)

HS CO-ED Cheer Tryouts 2022-2023
HS CO-ED Cheer Tryouts August 10th-11th 2022 Afterschool in the cafeteria 
-Permission forms for tryouts will be available at HS front desk on August 3rd but here at the bottom of the email is the link for them to sign up

-Athletes MUST have a permission form turned in to be present at tryouts, if no form is turned in, they forfeit the right to try out.

High School Boys Soccer Tryouts 2022-2023
HS Boys Soccer Tryouts August 8th-9th 2022 afterschool 
-Permission forms for tryouts will be available at HS front desk on August 3rd
-Players MUST have a permission form turned in to be present at tryouts, if no form is turned in, they forfeit the right to try out.
-Students need Sports packets, physicals, AND sports fees of $50 turned in DEADLINE August 15th,  no packet/physical or Fee paid = no practice

-Students will be taking the concussion course at the school on August 15th – Once completed athletes MUST print out certificates and turn in to the Head coach.

HS Football Practice 2022-2023

HS Football practice will begin August 3rd after school – packets are available now at HS front desk

-Packets/physical forms will be at the HS front desk & DEADLINE for those items including the $50 sports fee is August 12th
-No packet/physical or Fee paid = no practice

-Students will be taking the concussion course at the school on August 15th – Once completed athletes MUST print out certificates and turn them into the Head coach.

HS First Football Home Game
HS First FB Game: 8/26/22 Friday 7pm-9pm   
Desert Sun Stadium Home Game vs. AZ Compass
HS First Soccer Home Game
HS First Soccer Game:  8/25/22 Thursday 4pm-5:30 pm 
Desert Sun Stadium      
Home Game vs. Empower College Prep High
Football Volunteers -Chain Gang

We are looking for volunteers with any football background or knowledge who would like to help with our Highschool tackle football chain gang –

 

What’s a chain gang?

It is the duty of the chain gang to mark possession on the field, utilizing the set of chains on the sideline. They must quickly realign the chains every time that an offense gets a first down and they also must be able to accurately place the chains so that the distances can be measured correctly.

 

Here is the schedule for HS Football home games where we will be needing volunteers :

 

If this is something, you would be interested in volunteering please contact me or Coach Mj

Email: hpaad@harvestprep.com or visit room 414A