Family Newsletter | November 13, 2024
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Dear HES Families,
We had a beautiful school meeting last Friday to commemorate Veterans Day. We were honored by the presence of family and friends who are veterans, and grateful to our assistant superintendent, Dana Labb, who spoke to our students about his service in the army. Mr. Labb shared about the importance of community, and encouraged students to support and encourage each other as part of our school community. In addition, thank you to Mr. Snell's second grade class for recording a song, fifth graders in Mrs. Phillips' class for reading poems, our local girl scouts, boy scouts, and children of veterans for leading us in the Pledge of Allegiance, and Bromfield seniors who played taps for us at the start of the assembly. Many classes also decorated our hallways with tributes and artwork for Veterans Day.
  
This Thursday is a half day and we will hold our first day of fall parent/guardian conferences in the afternoon and early evening.
- Once again we will offer a bagged lunch to students to bring home or eat at AlphaBEST. Students will select their lunch in the morning and it will be delivered to them before dismissal. Please remind students that there is no eating on the bus.
- If you are coming into the building for conferences and need to bring your child with you, we ask that they wait quietly outside the classroom during your conference. We will have some coloring and other activities to pick up on your way into the building.
Thank you to the PTO, parent volunteers, and especially to Bill Ference, for providing dinner for the HES teachers!
Have a great week!
Rebecca and Hilary
Dr. Rebecca Katsh-Singer, Principal
Mrs. Hilary Sturgis, Assistant Principal
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Upcoming Dates
Thursday, November 14: Half Day, Dismissal at 12:15 pm, Conferences
Saturday, November 17: PTO Running to Class 5K and 1-Mile Fun Run
Thursday, November 21: Half Day, Dismissal at 12:15 pm, Conferences
Friday, November 22: First Meeting of Husky Headlines, 8:00 am
Tuesday, November 26: School-Wide Pajama Day
Wednesday, November 27-Friday, November 29: NO SCHOOL
Wednesday, December 11: Half Day, Dismissal at 12:15 pm
Friday, December 13: Report Cards Sent Home
Friday, December 20: Half Day, Dismissal at 12:15 pm
Monday, December 23-Wednesday, January 1: NO SCHOOL
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School Announcements
We are thrilled to announce that Husky Headlines is back! Husky Headlines is the student-founded newspaper of Hildreth Elementary School. Issues are published several times per year and distributed via the HES newsletter, classrooms, and are available at the Harvard Public Library. Meetings are open to all students in grades 3, 4, and 5. Students and staff are welcome to contribute material (send contributions to huskyheadlines@psharvard.org). At meetings, newspaper club members can work on projects alone or collaborate as a team. Our first newspaper club meeting will be November 22 at 8:00 am. Sign up HERE.
HES Kindness Club
Pajama Drive
Our annual pajama drive to benefit the Pajama Program is ongoing. This year the organization is partnering with Scholastic, and for every pair of pajamas donated, they will also donate a Scholastic book to a family in need. We are collecting children's sizes of pajamas through the end of November and we will celebrate with a school-wide pajama day on November 26!
Free Virtual Workshop: Understanding the IEP
Date: December 3, 2024
Time: 7:00-9:00 pm
Registration: https://fcsn.org/event/harvard-understanding-the-iep/
This presentation will help families gain a deeper understanding of the IEP document. We will talk about why it is important, how it is developed and the different sections of the document. Further discussion will focus on what types of services are included and measurable goals. You will also learn about what to do when you receive a proposed IEP and parent’s procedural due process rights for resolving disputes.
Zoom will confirm your registration by email which will include your meeting link to join. All handouts will be sent to attendees from our workshop coordinator, Kristin LaRose, within 24 hours of the presentation.
PTO Student Directory -- Don't be Left Out! Remember to Opt In
We are fast approaching the deadline to opt in to the PTO Student Directory for the 2024/25 school year. To make sure you're included you must check "YES" in Power School for each child. You can find the Opt In under Permissions/Agreements in the FORMS section of Power School:
PTO: Running to Class
PTO 3rd annual Running to Class 5K and 1-Mile Fun Run
Sunday, November 17th 2024
Rain Date: Sunday, December 1 at 12pm
Walk, run, jog, walk, or griddy to the finish line
This event is for ALL AGES
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Join us for a 5K road race and family-friendly 1-Mile Fun Run through the center of town. This event is self-timed, but we'll also have a digital display at the end of the race for participants. T-shirts with registration before October 25th, and after while supplies last. All proceeds from the run go to support the Harvard Schools PTO to support teacher, staff, student, and community needs.
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Community Announcements
Scavenger Hunt Adventure on the Small Nature Trail
Calling all Hildreth Elementary students and parents! Get ready for a fun-filled scavenger hunt on the Small Nature Trail in Harvard. This interactive adventure is a fantastic way to explore nature, discover new things, and enjoy the beautiful outdoors with friends or family. Be sure to pick up your Scavenger Hunt list at the trailhead (or print the one below) and check off the items as you find them! Keep your eyes open for hidden treasures, local plants, and wildlife clues. Whether you’re spotting interesting plants or checking off critters on your list, it’s a wonderful chance to enjoy our local environment up close. Don’t forget to bring your curiosity and record your finds! View all the trails on the Harvard Conservation Trust website. Happy exploring!
Harvard Girls Lacrosse
Spring 2025 registration for girls lacrosse is open for pre-k through grade 6. Register by December 15 to receive $25 off per registration. We want every girl in Harvard to have the opportunity to try lacrosse, so HYL provides financial aid for those in need. For information and to register please visit: https://harvardlax.org/
Harvard Commission on Disabilities
The Harvard Commission on Disabilities (CoD) is looking for volunteers! The CoD advises the Town and Schools on issues related to emergency response, compliance and access. It also coordinates activities and raises awareness about issues that confront people with disabilities. The CoD has 2 open positions that need to be filled by either a person with disabilities, or who has a family member with disabilities. Please contact Davida Bagatelle @ dbagatelle01451@gmail.com or Charles Oliver @ coliver01451@gmail.com with questions or interest.
Harvard Public Library
Click HERE to learn about all the events for children happening at the Harvard Public Library!
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HILDRETH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Dr. Rebecca Katsh-Singer, Principal
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