Tu Bishvat, the 15th day of the Hebrew month of Shevat, is known as the “New Year for Trees” in Jewish tradition. It marks the start of the fruit-bearing cycle for trees in the Land of Israel. Today, Tu Bishvat is also celebrated as a Jewish Earth Day, highlighting themes of ecological awareness, sustainability, and stewardship of the natural world.
Headwaters School respects the diverse religious and cultural observances within our community. In alignment with our handbook policies, students will not be penalized academically, socially, or athletically for missing school due to the conscientious observance of a religious holiday. Absences will be excused with prior notice to the Attendance Office, and students may make up any missed work, tests, or assignments without penalty. Faculty use a Religious Holidays calendar when planning major events, and the school strives to avoid scheduling required activities on widely observed religious holidays. Please see the handbook for more details for your program.
As a 501(c)3 non-profit school, Headwaters School does not discriminate because of race, color, creed, national origin, religion, gender, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other classes protected by federal, state, or local law in its admissions, financial aid, hiring, or board membership processes.