Family Newsletter 6-4-25

Posted Date: 6/04/25 (7:52 PM)

Dear HES Families,

Field Day was a huge success! Students had fun doing so many activities here at HES and across the street. We are incredibly thankful to our parent volunteers, the PTO, and the TBS students who helped us out. Of course, our biggest thanks goes to Mr. Woodworth for planning an incredible day!

The second issue of Husky Headlines here! Thank you to our amazing 3rd-5th graders for all their hard work, to our parent volunteers, and to advisor Jen Manell. Click the image below to start reading!

Have a great week!

Rebecca and Hilary

Dr. Rebecca Katsh-Singer, Principal

Mrs. Hilary Sturgis, Assistant Principal

Upcoming Dates

Wednesday, June 4: Incoming K Orientation on Zoom, 6:00 pm
Thursday, June 5: Grade 1 Sing Along
Friday, June 6: Kindergarten Writing Celebrations
Tuesday, June 10: Incoming Grade 5 Meeting on Zoom, 6:00 pm
Wednesday, June 11: Grade 2 Field Trip to Harvard Common
Thursday, June 12: Grade 1 Field Trip to Tower Hill
Thursday, June 12: Grade 5 Social, 3:30-4:30 pm, HES Gym
Friday, June 13: PreK Graduation, 12:30 pm
Monday, June 16: Grade 5 Celebration, 10:30 am, HES Gym
Tuesday, June 17: Last Day of School, Half Day, Dismissal at 12:15 pm

School Announcements

Once again, the PTO is running a bulk school supply sale for families wishing to purchase school supplies for their K-5 students for next school year. Supplies are the same, name-brand items on the HES list (Ticonderoga and Crayola, for example), at pricing very similar to purchasing from a major retailer, and will be delivered directly to classrooms before the start of the school year. More information will be sent out soon, with a link to the site to purchase. Please fill out this form to request financial assistance in purchasing school supplies for your student(s) for next year. Requests will be kept confidential.

The Harvard Schools PTO is overseeing an election to fill two parent representative positions on the Hildreth Elementary School Council. One position has a 3 year term starting at the beginning of the 2025-2026 school year, the other is a 1 year term for the 2025-2026 school year to complete a current term.
- Each parent or legal guardian may submit at most one ballot voting for two candidates.
- Voter name is required for verification purposes and will be kept confidential.
- The candidate receiving the highest number of votes will be elected to serve a term of Three years.
- The candidate receiving the 2nd highest number of votes will be elected to serve a term of one year. - Ballots should be submitted online no later than Thursday June 5th
Thank you for your participation. Click HERE to vote.

Is your child entering kindergarten in the fall? Come spend a week with us! Get acquainted with the setting and daily routine of a kindergarten class before the first day of school. We will have lots of fun learning, meeting new friends, and playing! We will take a tour of the school to help everyone become familiar with the building. Come join us! Advanced registration is required. Choose the morning or afternoon session, whichever works best for your schedule. For more information and to register, please click HERE.

Join us Friday, June 20th from 4 - 9 pm to celebrate the end of the school year with a day of family and friends at Kimball Farms in Westford! This fun annual event is for all HES and TBS students and their families.

Kimball's offers a range of great outdoor activities to check out during your visit. Tickets include dinner to be enjoyed under our private Harvard Schools tent, ice cream, mini golf, driving range and bumper boat rides. Don't miss this perfect way to kick off summer! Purchase your tickets today. Prices increase on June 3, so take advantage of early bird pricing now!

If you have questions or need financial assistance with your tickets, please contact

Community Announcements

Click on the image above or scan the QR code to register.

Get Ready for Epic Adventures…Your Year of Fun Awaits!

Troops are now forming for the 2025-2026 Girl Scout year, which officially begins on 10/1, but girls who join by 6/30 with an “Extended Year” membership can have an opportunity to earn the following badges over the summer:

• The Girl Scout Art and Design badge with their family.
• The Girl Scout Trail Adventure badge at Badge in a Day, held at one of four Girl Scout camps, including on 8/18 from 10 am - 1 pm at Camp Green Eyrie in Harvard.
• GSUSA - Girl Scouts Love the Outdoors - Outdoors
Challenge patch Badge-in-a-day at Girl Scout Camp-August at no cost to families
(BADGES AND PATCHES EARNED OVER THE SUMMER ARE FREE TO FAMILIES )

New troop leadership team members who also register “Extended Year” (April 1, 2025 - September 30, 2026) are able to train, have access to support systems over the summer, and start planning for the fall. The cost is $42 for Adult Extended Year Membership.
Reach out to Autumn Thebodo, athebodo@gscwm.org with any questions! Or visit https://www.gscwm.org/en/get-involved.html for more information.

The Harvard Conservation Trust Trail Challenge 2025 invites families, residents, and friends to take on more than 36 scenic trails spanning 70+ miles of woods, waterways, fields, and beautiful preserved land. The Trail Challenge runs May 1 - October 31. Whether you're a seasoned hiker or just starting out, this challenge is a fantastic way to reconnect with nature, stay active, and discover the hidden gems of our community. Track your progress with your Passport, soak in the breathtaking views, and embrace the fresh air—all while celebrating and preserving the natural beauty of our local conservation lands. Gather your family, rally your friends, and get ready to hit the trails! Register here.

Click HERE to learn about all the events for children happening at the Harvard Public Library!

HILDRETH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Dr. Rebecca Katsh-Singer, Principal

	rkatsh-singer@psharvard.org
	https://hildreth.psharvard.org/
	@harvardpublicschools
	@hildrethharvard

27 Massachusetts Avenue, Harvard MA, 01451 | (978) 456 - 4145