Family Newsletter | February 12, 2025
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Dear HES Families,
The HES SOUPer Bowl was a big success! Students earned points for either the Eagles or Chief by bringing in cans to donate and doing acts of kindness. Just like in New Orleans, the Eagles beat the Chiefs by quite a margin! All of the soup can will be donated to Loaves and Fishes this Friday. 
 Friday is Valentine's Day. Students are welcome, but certainly not required, to bring in valentines for classmates. Valentines may not contain food or candy. If your child does bring in valentines, please make sure they have one for each student in their class.
 We wish you a wonderful vacation. We encourage everyone to read a lot and participate in the Readathon!
Rebecca and Hilary
Dr. Rebecca Katsh-Singer, Principal
Mrs. Hilary Sturgis, Assistant Principal
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Upcoming Dates
Friday, February 14: Husky Headlines, 8:00 am
Monday, February 17-Friday, February 21: NO SCHOOL; PTO Readathon
Wednesday, February 26: HES Family Game Night, 5:30-7:00 pm, Cafeteria
Wednesday, March 5: Half Day, Dismissal at 12:15 pm
Friday, March 14: Husky Headlines, 8:00 am
Monday, March 17: NO SCHOOL
Friday, March 21: Term 2 Report Cards Sent Home
Friday, March 28: Husky Headlines, 8:00 am
Spring 2025 MCAS Dates
April 3 and 4: English Language Arts (grades 3-5)
May 7 and 8: Science, Technology and Engineering (grade 5 only)
May 13 and 14: Math (grades 3-5)
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School Announcements
 Click HERE to register for Game Night!
Each month, the Board of Directors of the Harvard Schools Trust (HST) grants funds ot the Harvard Public School Community. At our February meeting, we voted to grant funds for the following projects in the Harvard Public Schools:
- IHT Heart Rate Monitor Wristbands, requested by Tyler Wachtelhausen
- Hand Sewing, requested by Claudia Owens
- Author Melissa Stewart Visit, requested by Melissa Niland
- Geologist Ethan Baxter Visit, requested by Marie Phillips
- Early Onboarding to SCOIR, requested by Sara Lamere and Kim Murphy
- Field Trip to the Edward M. Kennedy Institute of the Senate, requested by Ryan Colarossi
- Wheelchair Accessbile Horsehoes Table, requested by Sammy Barrett
Our funding comes directly from members and donors. We invite each family in the Harvard Public Schools to become a member and help suport enrichment for the young people of Harvard. To become a member, please click here. You can find more information about HST here.
 The 2025 HES PTO Readathon is next week! The Readathon will begin on February 14th and last until February 23rd. All minutes logged will then be collected and winners determined. Fun prizes may include a visit with Franny the Comfort Dog, a popsicle party, water bottle stickers, bookmarks, Little Bee Bookshop certificates, and more! Other prizes will be offered for fundraising leaders as well. As in years past, Mrs. Quaadgras has generously created two new Bingo cards for the Readathon this year, one directed toward PK-2nd and another for 3rd through 5th graders. Also this year, we have HES parent Marietta Apollonio, who has graciously shared with us a time limited Read-a-Loud of her book Wombat and the Family Tree. This Read-a Loud will be available to view until the end of the Readathon. Be sure to check out this wonderful story and mark it on your log and Bingo Card. Thank you Marietta!!
All materials, including the overview and instructions, reading log and pledge forms, will be going home with your student this week. Be on the lookout! For more information please see the Readathon Webpage or direct specific inquiries to HESreads@gmail.com.
Happy Reading!
Danielle Miller and Maren Caulfield
Readathon Co-Chairs
 Information about applying for the 2024-2025 Preschool lottery is now available on our website. Applications are due February 15 and the lottery will be held on February 28.
Kindergarten registration for next year is also open now. Go to "New Student Registration" Link under "For Families" on our website.
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Community Announcements
 New Moon Hike: Explore the Night Sky! Join the Harvard Conservation Trust for an unforgettable New Moon Hike on Friday, February 28, at 7:00 pm! This is your chance to step into the magic of a starlit night, discover constellations under the dark sky, and enjoy refreshments with family and friends. Don’t miss this special opportunity to connect with nature and your community.
Event Details:
• Date: Friday, February 28
• Time: 7:00 – 9:00 p.m.
• Location: Meet at the Bromfield Tennis Courts - Barba's Point Trail
Reserve your spot here
 Boys AB Youth Lacrosse registration is open now and closes January 14. (Harvard Boys Lacrosse merged with AB in 2022.) Visit ABLAX.org to register. Indoor preseason begins in February at Teamworks. No experience is necessary. Financial aid and loaner equipment are available. Questions? Reach out to abyouthlax@gmail.com
Spring 2025 registration for Harvard Girls Lacrosse is open for pre-k through grade 6. 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/
 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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