Family Newsletter | April 9, 2025
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Dear HES Families,
We have appreciated the opportunity to meet with so many families during spring conferences! Thank you for coming in to the building or making time to meet on zoom so we can partner together in educating students. Last night was another wonderful example of this partnership as over 100 parents/caregivers, educators, and community members participated in an event to discuss the book The Anxious Generation. The evening consisted of a panel discussion followed by breakout groups that brainstormed solutions to some of the problems described in the book. Thank you to all the community volunteers that organized this event!
As a reminder this Friday is the last day to submit input for student placement for the 2025-2026 school year. Please see below in School Announcements for additional information and the link.
We learned from our friends in AlphaBEST that today is National Unicorn Day!
Have a great week!
Rebecca and Hilary
Dr. Rebecca Katsh-Singer, Principal
Mrs. Hilary Sturgis, Assistant Principal
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Upcoming Dates
Friday, April 11: Last Day to Fill Out 2025-2026 Placement Form (see below)
Friday, April 18-Friday, April 25: NO SCHOOL, Vacation
Wednesday, May 7 & Thursday, May 8: Science & Tech/Engineering MCAS for Grade 5
Friday, May 9 & Saturday, May 10: Superstar Frog and Toad Show
Remaining Spring 2025 MCAS Dates
May 7 and 8: Science and Technology/Engineering (grade 5 only)
May 13 and 14: Math (grades 3-5)
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Save the Date! Fifth Grade Celebration will be on June 16, 10:30 am -12:30 pm. More information to follow!
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School Announcements
Placement
2025-2026 School Year
With spring here, it is time for us to start thinking about next year. In a few weeks we will start work on placement, the process in which we create next year's classroom communities. This process involves many steps, as we recognize the importance of building a team of learners in every classroom. We take into account a variety of factors, such as academics, social/emotional needs, gender, existing relationships, and teacher observations. We also take into account parent input. If you would like to provide information to help us make placement decisions, please complete this form. Please do not request specific teachers or specific students for your child. Due to the complexity of meeting all students' needs, we can not honor these requests. Please complete the form by April 11 so we have time to review and use this information.
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 Get ready to groove!
The PTO Annual Spring Soiree is back with a Disco Theme!
Craft Food Halls - Boxborough
The Disco Soiree is happening on May 2nd, 2025
A night of dancing, live music, raffles, and endless fun!
Ticket Sales are now Open!
$95 - Early Bird Tickets are on Sale from February 24th - March 24th
$115 - Regular Priced Tickets are on Sale from March 25th - April 18th
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Community Announcements
 Click on the image above or HERE to submit questions for the Candidates Forum.
 We invite you to celebrate the changing seasons on the Harvard Conservation Trust's Storybook Trail! Beginning April 1, we’re featuring And Then It’s Spring by Julie Fogliano and illustrated by Caldecott Medalist Erin E. Stead—a beautiful tale of patience, hope, and the promise of new beginnings. The Storybook Trail will be located on the Small Nature Trail, behind the Hildreth Elementary School. You can follow along as a young boy and his dog plant a garden, waiting for the brown of winter to turn into the green of spring. This story is perfect for all ages to enjoy while exploring the trail, enjoying the fresh air and experiencing the magic of the season.
Join Harvard Conservation Trust's biologist and naturalist, Bob Douglas, for a family-friendly hike on April 13th. The hike will begin at Carlson Orchards, travel through Harvard Conservation Trust land and back. We’ll stroll through peach and apple trees, beautiful woodland paths and wildlife meadows. The hike is less than a mile and takes about an hour. After the hike, we'll enjoy donuts and cider around an outdoor fire pit. Sign up for one of two sessions at: https://bit.ly/CiderHike2025
When: Sunday, April 13. Choose one session: 11:00 am or 12:30 pm Where: Carlson Orchards, 115 Oak Hill Road, Harvard What to Wear: Dress appropriately for the weather. Hiking shoes are recommended.
 Click on the image above or HERE to register.
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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