Announcements
Please Call & Come
Please call these senators and let them know you strongly oppose AB 84 and encourage a no vote when it is heard in the appropriations committee on Monday, August 18.
It will take only 5 min and everyone's voice matters as the committee is voting for the whole state, not just their constituents.
Ask these key CA Democrat Senators to vote No on AB84:
Anna Caballero, Chair
(916) 651-4014
Tim Grayson
(916) 651-4009
Christopher Cabaldon
(916) 651-4003
Aisha Wahab
(916) 651-4410
Laura Richardson
(916) 651-4035
Also, Senate President, Mike McGuire (916) 651-4002
We need as many as we can get to show up to the committee meeting to give your 'me too' testimony: My name is .... and I strongly oppose AB 84.
Monday, August 18, 10 AM, 1021 O Street, Room 2200
Two great new high school course...
College-Ready Literary Analysis
From Seuss to Shakespeare and everything in between, this dynamic literature course prepares high school students for both college-level reading and top test performance.
Students will sharpen their critical thinking through a Socratic approach—reading, analyzing, and engaging in thought-provoking discussion.
They’ll master how to identify and interpret character, plot, and theme, while exploring essential literary tools and techniques.
Whether tackling a short story or a classic novel, students will gain versatile skills they can apply to any text—skills that will serve them in state testing, entrance exams, college essays, and beyond.
Key of Liberty American History
Key of Liberty isn’t just history—it’s a call to freedom, leadership, and purpose.
In this year-long course, students will:
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Learn from the classics of freedom and study core documents like the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution.
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Step into the past with immersive historical simulations.
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Compete in a Constitution Bowl to test knowledge and teamwork.
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Tackle big ideas—from the purpose of government to the traits of a hero.
First semester covers the Revolutionary War and America’s founding; second semester dives into the Constitution and how government works.
May count as credit for American History or Government.
Orientation Rally & Open House
🎉 You’re Invited! Orientation Rally 2025 🎉
When: Tuesday, September 2 • 11:00 AM
Where: The Crossing Church — 1227 N. Market Blvd.
Kick off the new school year with us at our Orientation Rally! Parents and students are encouraged to join the fun. After the rally, all campuses will be open for tours—classroom locations will be clearly marked so you can find your classrooms and meet some of the our teachers.
✨ Win Awesome Prizes! ✨
Families who have completed their electronic forms before orientation will get a raffle ticket for our door prize giveaway—and trust us, you’ll want in on this!
This year’s prizes include:
🎧 Electronics
🎸 Musical Instruments
🎲 Games & Books
🔬 Science Kits
🎨 Art Supplies
…and so much more!
This is your chance to get inspired, meet new friends, explore your campus, and maybe even take home something amazing!
Note: Families who have attended an orientation rally in the past do not need to attend again.
Park Day Giveaway
We have been collecting surplus resources all summer long and our storage unit is full.
Items include books, curriculum, manipulatives, science kits, and more.
Everything is free. All are welcome.
Families are welcome to bring their own giveaways.
North Natomas Regional Park
Thursday, August 14, from 11 to 1 PM
2501 New Market Dr, Sacramento
This park has a splash pad and bathrooms.
Math Refresher Courses
Mr. Soto's Math Refresher courses are now open for enrollment.
We have two levels to choose from this year:
Intro to Algebra will cover basic math concepts foundational to understanding Algebra. This class is ideal for those entering Pre-Algebra or Algebra 1.
Tues/Thurs, Aug 26 & 28, 9-11 AM $40
Algebra Refresh will review concepts learned in Algebra 1 and is excellent preparation for those starting Geometry or Algebra 2 this year.
Tues/Thurs, Aug 26 & 28 11-1 PM $40
All of these are a great way to bridge the gap between the start of the school year and the start of NHA Math classes.
These are an excellent value at just $40 for each course.
Math Refresher Courses
High School Students
For the rest of January, our Entrepreneurship class will be watching the Dave Ramsey film on student loan debt and going through the study guide.
We believe this is an important topic that all students should be educated about. We are opening this class up to all of our high school students at no cost.
Classroom space is limited so if your student is able to attend from 11:30 to 12:20 for the next three Tuesdays, please contact me to reserve a space.
Guess & Win
As we wind down this semester, I've got a little contest just for fun.
At both The Crossing and Cornerstone tomorrow, students will have a chance to guess how many M&Ms are in this jar.
There is one M&M for every student ever enrolled in our classes.
This fall was our 10th Anniversary as a TK-12th program and I went into our database to get the total number of individuals served over the past 10 years.
Whoever guesses the closest gets to take home the M&Ms next week.
Picture day is October 15 at The Crossing. All those photographed will walk away with a teacher or student ID.
Parents are welcome to be photographed to receive a teacher ID useful for discounts at some retailers.
If you or your spouse plan to be photographed, please sign-up at the link below before Tuesday, Oct 1.
Any students/siblings not currently enrolled in classes are also welcome to participate and receive an ID but they need to sign up at the link. We must have the names and grades of all children to be photographed. For children too young for school, the grade should be listed as PreK. NHA-enrolled students do not need to sign up here.
All homeschoolers are welcome to sign up for picture day and receive an ID.
Door Prize Giveaway
Math Refresher Courses
Mr. Soto's Math Refresher courses are now open for enrollment.
We have three levels to choose from this year:
Intro to Algebra will cover basic math concepts foundational to understanding Algebra. This class is ideal for those entering Pre-Algebra or Algebra 1. Tues/Thurs, Aug 20 & 22, 9-11 $40
Algebra Refresh will review concepts learned in Algebra 1 and is excellent preparation for those starting Geometry or Algebra 2 this year. Tues/Thurs, Aug 20 & 22 11-1 $40
Algebra Challenge is for those wanting to dive deeper into more advanced algebraic concepts. It is perfect for anyone preparing for state testing or college readiness tests such as the SAT or ACT or just those who love a challenge. Tues, Aug 27, 9-Noon $30
All of these are a great way to bridge the gap between the start of the school year and the start of NHA Math classes.
These are an excellent value at just $30-$40 for each course.
Zentangle
Because Zentangle is one of our most popular classes and it filled within just a few minutes, we have added a session of Zentangle on Zoom on Wednesdays at 10 AM with a lower price to $182.
Mrs. Baum teaches Zentangle on Zoom year round. It works very well in that format and students love it.
The Wednesday class will repeat the lesson taught in-person on Tuesdays.
Sewing Machines Arrived
Our sewing machines are here. We are excited to be able to offer sewing at NHA.
I am excited to announce that our music lesson line-up will expand to include drums. Dana Wendel is joining our team of talented music instructors. Dana will offer piano and guitar lessons in addition to drums. Sara will continue to offer piano and voice, and Gino will be back with guitar, ukulele, piano, and all brass.
Enrollment for Music Lessons will open Friday, July 12 at 10 AM to allow families to plan their schedules. Course enrollment opens Monday July 15 at 10 AM.
This is our first-ever class designed specifically for those with different needs and abilities. This hands-on class will be outside under the big tent at The Crossing at 12:30 which is our most academically rigorous hour of the day in our neurotypical classrooms. This class will offer simple STEAM-based projects using a variety of media including Lego builds, science projects, and art creations. Each class hour will be a stand-alone lesson.
The cooperative nature of the class will seek to pair developmentally delayed students with neurodivergent or neurotypical students capable of being a peer mentor. One thing I have noticed about some of our neurodivergent students who have struggled socially is that they have deep empathy for others who struggle. They are often not inhibited in interacting with special needs students who may have significant delays or other more obvious challenges. I think peer mentoring could be of benefit both to the high-functioning mentors and to our most challenged students who will need the extra help and often have very little opportunity to interact with peers.
The other cooperative aspect will be to pair neurodivergent students together to assist each other and potentially build organic friendships while also building knowledge. I often have parents who come to me seeking answers for neurodivergent children who are lonely and friendless and it is heartbreaking. We know that friendship has to develop organically so the hope is that this class could be a platform from which friendships could spring for socially challenged students.
This class will have limited opportunities for neurotypical students who have a desire to come alongside neurodivergent students to create a supportive team to complete projects.
This class will also need adult volunteers/parents to monitor and support all students as needed.
Spring Enrollment is Now Open
Classes start January 9
Returning students are guaranteed a spot in currently enrolled classes as long as they enroll prior to Nov 29. New students enrolled prior to Nov 29 could be bumped if spots are needed for returning students.
There are a few notable changes between our fall and spring semesters.
All classes will continue with new content except:
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Lego will repeat with new students
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Pokemon will repeat with new students
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SEL will switch from high school to middle school
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Musical Theater will switch from a workshop to play preparation and performance. Our spring musical is Willy Wonka .
Chess Club will split into two sections.
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Gary Weston will coach beginning level students. They will receive regular instruction and tips to help them improve their game.
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Ann Baum will lead intermediate students in tournament style play similar to our current class structure.
IEW Students
Students currently taking any section of IEW should continue in the same section. Students do not move to a higher level at this time.
Elementary Social Studies Units
All three topics will continue with an additional 5 weeks of new content for spring. Each unit is a total of 9 weeks broken between the two semesters.
Homecoming Dance
When: November 18, 7-9 PM
Where: IronMile Gym, 3610 N. Freeway Blvd. #105
Age: 8th-12th grade
Who: Current and former NHA students + any homeschooled students and guests
Tickets: $10 available at Cornerstone Bible Church from 9:30-2:30 on Tuesdays starting Oct 31
Coming soon...
Make-up Picture Day DECEMBER 12
We will have photographers taking school pictures of students at The Crossing on December 12 starting at 9:30.
This picture day will be for students only. No parents this time.
Picture packages are available for pre-order online at this link.
For those who prefer, a printable order form is available here: https://www.campuscolorstudios.com/fall-order-form-printable
Present form to photographer on photo day.
Questions? Call (916)749-1026 and select Option 1 or email services@billsmithphoto.com
Student IDs
All students will receive an ID printed at the time of the photoshoot. 11 seconds to print and your student will walk out with a free ID. No more waiting for weeks and weeks.
Purchase Optional
All picture packages will be shipped to your home. No more returning to pick them up at NHA. There is never an obligation to buy anything.
October is Spirit Month
Theme days each week. Participation is optional.
October 3: Go vintage. Pick a decade and dress the part for Decades Day.
October 10: A day to do what homeschoolers do better than anyone - have school in their pajamas! Pajamas should be modest and appropriate for school.
October 18: Crazy Hat or Crazy Hair day - you choose.
October 24: If you participate in a sport, wear your team jersey. If you have a favorite national team, wear your team colors or fan gear. If you participate in clubs (4-H, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, Awana, etc.) wear your uniform.
October 31: Students can dress up as their favorite character or wear their favorite costume. All outfits should have themes that are age-appropriate for our youngest students, age 4, and should be functional enough that they do not inhibit the ability to participate fully in class.
Crossing Coffee
The Crossing coffee bar will be open each Tuesday from 11 - 1. They have a full menu of hot, cold, and blended drinks as well as select snacks.
Some of the Door Prizes for Orientation
Some of the Games for
Teen Club
The Lego sets & Tablets are here!
