November 16 - Basketball Game Day: JV Girls, HS Varsity Girls

November 18 -Basketball Game Day: JV Girls, HS Varsity Girls

November 19 - Basketball Game Day: MS Girls, MS Boys

November 20 - College & Career Fair

November 21 - Basketball Game Day: HS Varsity Girls, HS Varsity Boys

November 25 to 29 - No School, Thanksgiving Break

December 2 - Basketball Game Day: MS Girls, MS Boys, HS Varsity Girls, HS Varsity Boys

December 3 to 13 - December EOC Retests for High School students who did not pass STAAR

December 3 - Basketball Game Day: JV Girls, HS Varsity Girls

December 5 - Basketball Game Day: JV Girls, HS Varsity Girls, HS Varsity Boys

December 6 - Basketball Game Day: JV Girls

December 7 - Basketball Game Day: JV Girls, HS Varsity Girls, HS Varsity Boys

December 17 - Multicultural Fair, STEM Festival, ESL Family & Community Engagement Event

Check out the calendar on our website for more details about these events.

As the weather gets colder, we want to remind you that hoodies and hooded jackets are not allowed.

Please make sure your student comes to school with a non-hooded jacket to stay warm and cozy!

Need a winter coat for your child? We've got you covered! There are still a few available through the Coats for Kids program. Don't miss out on this opportunity to keep your student warm all winter long!

👉 Click the link to sign up for a free coat!

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfuy7nTSGtwMtpMqwYcUGPgJiHujfQX72KvrP0Z_kJFlbl5aQ/viewform

Thank you for helping us ensure everyone stays warm and follows school guidelines!

Dear HPS Parents and Guardians,

This letter is to remind you of our current procedures regarding absences due to medical reasons.

If your student is feeling sick while at school, it is mandatory for them to visit the Health Aide before they can be sent home to ensure that any necessary care is provided promptly. If it is necessary to send the student home due to illness, the health aide will notify the parent/guardian. Any attempts to sign-out due to illness without the attention of the health aide will result in an unexcused absence.

Absences exceeding three or more days due to illness, require a note from a healthcare provider in order for the absences to be excused.

As a reminder, students are expected to be present for a minimum of 90% of each class to receive credit and actively participate in their education.

Your cooperation and understanding in this matter are highly appreciated. These measures will contribute to a healthier and more productive learning environment for our students.

Sincerely,

Sabri Unal

Campus Principal

Dear Parent/Guardian,

The Health Staff will be conducting State mandated Health Screenings by student appointment. If you choose to opt out of the screening, the state requires that you submit a doctor’s evaluation to the clinic.

VISION AND HEARING SCREENING REQUIREMENTS

The Vision and Hearing screening checks for vision or hearing deficits in the following grades:

• 4 year old students in Pre-K, Kindergartners, 1st, 3rd, 5th, and 7th graders.

SPINAL SCREENING REQUIREMENTS

The Scoliosis or Spinal screening is a visual check for spinal growth issues in the following grades/at the following ages:

• Girls at age 10 or 5th grade AND at age 12 or 7th grade

• Boys at ages 13 or 14 or 8th grade

ACANTHOSIS NIGIRICANS

Acanthosis Nigricans is a visual inspection for a skin condition that signals high blood sugar levels in the body. The purpose of screening for Acanthosis Nigricans is to help identify students who run the risk of developing diabetes in the future. This screening is done in the following grades:

• 1st, 3rd, 5th, and 7th graders.

SCREENING APPOINTMENT SCHEDULE

Your child’s appointment has been scheduled for: 11/11/2024 starting and 12/20/2024 ending.

This appointment will also require your child to be pulled out of PE and/or PLTW classes during this period.

Their screenings will include: HEARING/VISION/ACANTHOSIS/SPINAL

• Please ensure your child wears any glasses or contact lenses and lightweight t-shirt if doing a spinal screening.

• Please arrive 5 minutes early to sign in, check temperatures, and sanitize your hands.

• Please be prepared to pick your child up immediately after their scheduled appointment end time.

• If your child is scheduled for on campus classes, they will be pulled from their class for their scheduled screening and returned to class promptly afterwards.

If you need to reschedule due to positive COVID symptoms or other issues, please call the number below to reschedule. If you would prefer to have your child’s medical provider perform the screening, the clinic must receive the results before the date of the scheduled exam.

Thank you

Nazli Erkayiran

This past Saturday, our Seniors, Juniors, and CRLP groups had an amazing experience visiting the Open House at Texas State University’s Round Rock Campus! From exploring academic programs to connecting with faculty and discovering all the resources available, our students got a firsthand look at what college life has to offer.

This visit sparked excitement for the future and gave everyone valuable insights into life at Texas State. We're so proud of our students for taking this step and can’t wait to see where their journeys lead!

Harmony Science Academy Pflugerville chapter of the National Honor Society has proudly inducted 70 new members for the 2024-25 school year and the National Junior Honor Society inducted 30 new members.

CONGRATULATIONS! Your hard work, dedication, and commitment to excellence has earned you this well-deserved recognition. You are joining a community of individuals who strive to make a positive impact and lead by example. We are incredibly proud of each of you and excited to see the remarkable things you will accomplish in the future. This is just the beginning of your journey to greatness!

Our amazing high school students hosted a "Pie the Teacher" fundraiser to support humanitarian aid organizations!

Five lucky students had their names drawn for the chance to pie their brave teachers, all in the name of a good cause! Huge thank you to Mr. Kleb, Mr. Mills, Mr. Roosa, Mr. Baca, and Mr. Norman for being such good sports and bringing laughter to the whole school.

The event was a blast and a wonderful reminder of our community's spirit and generosity!

Harmony Science Academy - Pflugerville is excited to offer free in-person SAT and TSI prep courses on Saturdays to help you prepare for the School Day SAT in April and build college readiness skills. This comprehensive program includes 10 sessions covering Math, ELA, and paper-based practice SAT exams.

This is a fantastic opportunity to boost your test scores and confidence with the guidance of our experienced instructors: Mr. Soltero for ELA and Mr. Canada for Math.

Don’t miss out—secure your spot and take a big step toward your college goals!

Please take a look at the practice exam and course schedules.

SAT / TSI Prep Course Structure

• Session 1 - 09:00 - 10:25: ELA or MATH (85 min)
• Break (10 min) - (Snacks)
• Session 2 - 10:35 - 12:00: MATH or ELA (85 min)

SAT / TSI Lessons Saturdays Schedule Dates:

• December 14th SAT/ TSI Lessons
• January 11th SAT / TSI Lessons
• January 18th SAT / TSI Lessons
• January 25th SAT / TSI Lessons
• February 1st SAT / TSI Lessons
• February 8th SAT / TSI Lessons
• February 15th SAT / TSI Lessons
• February 22nd SAT / TSI Lessons
• March 1st SAT / TSI Lessons
• March 8th SAT / TSI Lessons

Official SAT Practice Exam Dates

(JUNIORS ONLY-Sign Up form will be shared):

• SAT Exam: March 29th SAT Full Practice II (8:30 AM - 12:00 PM)

Please fill out the form below if you'd like to attend the SAT sessions.

SIGN UP NOW!

Harmony Science Academy Pflugerville will begin offering the TSIA2 on Saturdays from 9:00 to 12:00 starting 9/14. If you are a High School Student and have not already passed both the ELAR and Math portions of the TSI, please sign up at the link below.

Can't make it on a Saturday? Stop by the library, room 155, to take the TSIA2 after school any Monday, Tuesday, or Thursday.

https://forms.gle/WvD3jrYPRbCw78L98

ORDER YOUR SCHOOL YEARBOOK TODAY

Limited offer: 12 yearbooks remain at the discounted price of $55!

Use promo code YRBK13 to save $13 off the yearbook's price!

Click on the link below to reserve your copy!

http://jostensyearbooks.com?ref=A07636177

HSA Pflugerville's After School Academy begins on August 26th. Click on the link to see the full list of clubs, sports, and competitions on offer.

HS Varsity Girls

HS Varsity Boys

JV Girls

MS Girls

MS Boys

Please remember that if your child is unable to attend school due to illness or other unavoidable
circumstances, it is required that you communicate with our school office by creating an absence request in Skyward or emailing Pmarez@harmonytx.org. For an absence to be considered excused, it must align with the criteria outlined in the HPS handbook regarding excusable reasons for absence. Your timely communication allows us to maintain accurate attendance records and ensure that your child receives any necessary support or accommodations.

Every day counts, and your support reinforcing this message is greatly appreciated. Thank you
for your continued partnership in your child’s education. Together, we can help ensure that your
a child reaches their full potential.

To ensure the safety and well-being of our students and staff, we kindly ask that you avoid sending aerosol sprays—such as body sprays, perfumes, and similar products—to school. These sprays can trigger allergic reactions and asthma attacks, putting some of our school community members at risk.

Let’s work together to create a safe and comfortable environment for everyone. Thank you for your understanding and support!

🎉 We’re excited to launch our No Place for Hate campaign! 🎉

We are excited to announce that our school is officially launching the No Place for Hate campaign! This is a powerful initiative designed to promote kindness, inclusivity, and respect for everyone on campus. It’s a chance for all students, grades 6 through 12, to stand together and help create a school environment where everyone feels safe, valued, and supported.

We need your voices and your actions to make a difference. You can get involved by joining our No Place for Hate team, participating in activities, and pledging to stand against bullying, hate, and discrimination.

Let's show that our school is truly a place of respect and unity for all. For further details, please see Ms. Rogers in Room 161. Stay tuned for more information on how you can participate, and let’s work together to make our campus No Place for Hate!

Dear Parents,

At Harmony Science Academy Pflugerville, the safety and well-being of our students is always our top priority. As part of our commitment to ensuring a safe learning environment, we will be conducting safety drills each month. These drills include fire, lockdown, and evacuation procedures, all designed to help our students and staff be prepared for a variety of emergency situations.

We encourage you to talk to your children about the importance of these drills. By having open discussions at home, you can reinforce the message that these drills are a crucial part of staying safe, and help them feel more comfortable and confident during the exercises.

Thank you for your continued support in helping us keep our school community safe!

Student cell phones and smart watches should be turned off and kept in student backpacks while in the building.

Hoodies can not be worn in the building and should be stored in the student's backpack.

Uniform shirts should be tucked in.

Students need to wear school-appropriate slacks with a belt.

No jeans with holes.

No cargo pants.

Student drop off and pick up are only allowed at the designated areas.

High school students: inside the fenced area

Middle school students: behind the building at the middle school gym

Morning drop off doors close at 7:40am. If you arrive after this time, you must park in the front of the building and sign in your student at the front office.

Please click on lunch application to complete Meal Application if you haven't done so yet!

Your campus could get additional funding if you complete the form whether or not you want your student to eat a school lunch or not. This is basically an income survey form.

• HPS uses this information to help determine staffing, technology allocation, and more.
• You may have already completed this form. You can go ahead and fill it out again using the link below. This will make sure we have the info we need.

• Why it matters: The state and federal governments use this information to help them distribute grants and other forms of funding and to assign accountability ratings to campuses.

• In addition, your student could get fee waivers for college applications and exams, access to scholarship opportunities, and increased health and wellness services.

What you need to do: Complete the form using the link below. It only takes about a minute.

www.schoolcafe.com

District: Harmony PS-Central Tx

School: Harmony Science Academy-Pflugerville

*Click on Apply for Benefits

If you are having difficulty logging into your SchoolCafe account please call 1-866-442-6030.

Si tiene dificultades para entrar en la cuenta de SchoolCafé, por favor llame al 1-866-442-6030.

You will find more Information on the link below about meal prices, menu, meal payments etc...:

https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/13CoWFD_4hNtO1hTSYFIyRcHnLK43jktHVivbkuLCNfA/edit?usp=sharing

Reminder to check your child Meal Account at www.schoolcafe.com & make sure to make a payment if your child has a

balance.

Also please make sure to have a credit on your child's meal account so they can use it for future charges.

Lunch Payment Methods:

-By phone at 512-251-5000 with a credit card.

-Online at www.schoolcafe.com

-At front office with a credit card (front office does not accept cash).

* Email Mrs Lippart at slippart@harmonytx.org if you have any questions.

If you have not completed the meal application, you can complete it at www.schoolcafe.com and click on "Apply for

Benefits".

You will find more Information on the link below about meal prices, menu, meal payments,meal

application etc...:

https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/13CoWFD_4hNtO1hTSYFIyRcHnLK43jktHVivbkuLCNfA/edit?u

sp=sharing

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Solicitud de Comidas Y Pago de Comidas

Recordatorio de verificar la cuenta de comidas de su hijo en www.schoolcafe.com y asegurarse de realizar un pago si su

hijo/a tiene un saldo.

También asegurarse de tener crédito en la cuenta de comidas de su hijo para que pueda usarlo para cargos futuros.

Métodos de pago del almuerzo:

-Vía telefónica al 512-251-5000 con tarjeta de crédito.

-En línea en www.schoolcafe.com

-En la oficina con tarjeta de crédito (la oficina no acepta efectivo).

* Envíe un correo electrónico a la Sra. Lippart a slippart@harmonytx.org si tiene alguna pregunta

Si no ha completado la solicitud de comidas, puede completarla en www.schoolcafe.com y hacer clic en "Solicitar

Beneficios".

Encontrará más información en el siguiente enlace sobre precios de comidas, menú, pagos de comida, solicitud de

comidas etc...

https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/13CoWFD_4hNtO1hTSYFIyRcHnLK43jktHVivbkuLCNfA/edit?usp=sharing

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