
Hembree Highlights
9/1

Message from Ms. Smith
Hello Hawks!
I am sure that you have been waiting for this email since Friday night. Actually, I know that is not true. I know that some of you are traveling, rushing to t-ball or soccer, and others are enjoying this weather. As parents, our world never slows because our little ones have all the energy in the world.
Many of you know that I am a single mom of five children (ages 13, 10, 8, 6, 4). Which means that every other weekend my life is quiet because they spend the weekend with their dad. The entire time they are away, I am thinking about them. I spent yesterday changing sheets, buying a little surprise for their return, and putting away the mountain of laundry. We have finally finished moving, and I got everything settled and put away so I could welcome them home.
I know that we are all in a different place, but in my moments alone I am reminded how important our time together is. I am reminded that breaks are necessary to refocus. I know that many of you don't get the moments like I do to reflect without my kids. Most of you have your children day in and day out. Time flies but often in the throws of raising children we are caught in the chaos. I hope you can steal a moment this long weekend for you. Maybe your child will sleep in so you can have coffee with your partner in quiet. OR Maybe your kids will take a nap or have a playdate next door. I hope in those fleeting moments of quiet you are able to see that you are doing a great job. We don't say that to one another enough. I see parents every day to move mountains to bring a forgotten lunch, take off work to volunteer, or email the teacher because they want the best for their child. Take the moments of quiet when you can and soak up all of the other knowing that the days are long but the years are short.
I am grateful we are in this together. See you all on Thursday!
Enjoy your weekend!
Sincerely,
AJ Smith
Principal
Hembree Springs ES
470-254-2905 - office
678-525-7704 - cell
Important Dates
9/4: Labor Day - NO SCHOOL
9/5: Teacher Workday - NO SCHOOL for students
9/6: Professional Development Day for Staff - NO SCHOOL for students
9/8: STAR & STEM Night/ Title I Building Parent Capacity STEM workshop @6:00-8:00pm
9/12 Annual Title I meeting @7:40-8:40am (General PTA meeting to immediately follow)
9/12 PTA Reflections Workshop @7:10-7:40am (Cafeteria Stage)
9/13 PTA Reflections Workshop @7:10-7:40am
9/20 PTA Reflections Workshop @7:10-7:40am
9/21 PTA Reflections Workshop @7:10-7:40am
9/21 PTA Spirit Night @ Bad Daddy's Burger Bar from 5:00-9:00pm
10/17 Title I Hembree Perk- (ELL Parent Workshop) @7:40-8:40am/General PTA Board Meeting to immediately follow
Vision to Learn
Letter from Vision to Learn to Hembree Springs Parents in Preparation for September 13th Screenings:
Dear Parent or Caregiver,
Vision screenings will be conducted at your child’s school to determine if your child may have difficulty seeing. Vision To Learn, a mobile eye clinic that provides at no cost eye exams and eyeglasses, is coming in the next few weeks and can help your child’s vision. Since 80% of children’s learning is obtained through vision, when children can see well they can be more successful at school. Here’s how the program works:
1. Send your signed opt out form back to the school, if you DO NOT give Vision To Learn permission to examine your child’s eyes. [Opt-Out forms will be sent home with your child on 9/8 to be returned by 9/13, day of screening.]
2. The Vision To Learn mobile clinic will arrive at the school/and a representative will take your child to our mobile clinic to be examined by an Optometrist and Optician. [PTA Volunteers will support this process. Please reach out to Emily Willis at volunteer@hembreespringspta.org if you are interested in this or any other volunteer opportunity at Hembree Springs ES.]
3. If needed, the doctor will prescribe eyeglasses for your child.
4. Children choose frames they like and get fitted for glasses.
5. In 4-6 weeks, eye care professionals will return to the school/organization to deliver your child’s eyeglasses and make sure they fit correctly.
*** The process starts with a basic screening for all students. About 35% of our students will need further examination. If your child receives notice that they did not "pass" the screening, they will receive a follow-up exam in the upcoming weeks. You are more than welcome to take your child to your eye doctor or pediatrician for the exam, but the Vision to Learn program will be conducting these free of charge.***
Departmentalization and Beginning of School Year Feedback Needed
Parents,
We have finished the first month of school. We want to know how departmentalization is going for your family and child(ren). This is also an opportunity to share anything else that we can make better for your child. Elementary school is not just a time of learning the foundations, it is also important that we foster a love of learning. By getting this feedback we will work to improve our practices and ensure that each child has the opportunity to learn and fall in love in learning.
Please complete the survey by September 18, 2023.
From Title I
STEM & Star Night
Please join us for our first STEM & Star Night of the year! Join us on September 8th from 6:00-8:00pm. Sign up here:
Title I Parent Meeting
Our Annual Title I Parent Meeting will be held on September 12th from 7:40-8:40am. Our first General PTA Meeting of the year will be held immediately following.
Help A Child Smile Dental Program is coming to HSE!
Great News for parents! Help A Child Smile dental program will be coming to Hembree Springs on Wednesday, September 20. They will offer full-service dental care to your child during the school day. Dental Service includes an exam, x-rays, cleaning fluoride sealants and cavity treatment if needed. If your child does not have a regular dentist, please complete the registration form and send it back to your child's teacher or you can sign up online. If your child is insured with Medicaid/PeachCare for Kids, there is no cost to you. Help A Child Smile accepts most private dental plans, also. If you have any questions, please contact Help A Child Smile at 800-770-0388.
Thanks,
Mrs. Jean
Hembree Springs Clinic- 470- 254- 9461
Little Medical School STEM Classes Coming to HSE!
Lunch Visitor Schedule by Homeroom
Breakfast and Lunch Information
Previous Newsletters
Hembree Springs Elementary School
Website: https://www.fultonschools.org/hembreespringses
Location: 815 Hembree Road, Roswell, GA, USA
Phone: 470-254-2902