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Dolphin Doings 8/19/2024 🍎

Dolphin Doings 8/19/2024 🍎

Week of 8/19/2024:


Dear Harbordale Families,

We had a wonderful first week back to school! It was great seeing all our returning Dolphins and all the new faces. πŸ˜€ This week at school we will start our diagnostic testing with the iReady Diagnostic in Reading and Math. Please see below to find out more information about this diagnostic. We are looking to get the best baseline information to make sure our Dolphins continue the amazing work they have done!

In addition, HSA is sending home the Adopt-a-Class application to all families in our Tuesday Red Folder. The Tuesday Red Folder goes home on... you've guessed it... Tuesdays! This is an important tool to make sure each family gets our important updates and paperwork. Did you know that the average teacher spends between $500-$750 of their own money on their classroom each year? The Adopt-a-Class program directly benefits our teachers and the amazing things they do each day.

We are looking forward to another great week!

πŸ’₯πŸ’₯ Please Be Sure to Fill Out Your Back to School Forms on FOCUS!! πŸ’₯πŸ’₯

⭐ This Week at a Glance ⭐

Event Information

iReady Diagnostic in Reading and Math Begins (Weeklong)

When?

Monday, Aug 19, 2024, 08:00 AM

Event Information

Tuesday Red Folders Sent Home

When?

Tuesday, Aug 20, 2024, 08:00 AM

Event Information

HSA Adopt-a-Class Sponsorship Forms Sent Home

When?

Tuesday, Aug 20, 2024, 07:00 AM

Event Information

HSA General Meeting and Volunteer Orientation

When?

Thursday, Aug 22, 2024, 08:00 AM

πŸ”… School Updates πŸ”…

IMPORTANT PARENT REMINDERS

Snack

Snack time is a daily part of our schedules. A snack is a small amount of food eaten between meals. Students may bring in a hand-held item like crackers, a bag of chips, string cheese or a piece of fruit. Items that require a utensil or dipping will be saved for lunch. We strongly encourage healthy snacks for our students.

Absences

If a student is absent due to a vacation, a special event, etc., assignments will not be available in advance. All missed worked will be provided upon returning to class. Students will be given 2 days for every day absent to complete the assignments. Please notify the front office via our online form, written note, or phone. DOJO notifications to classroom teacher will not excuse any absences.

Birthdays

A child’s birthday is a very special time. We afford parents the option to provide a treat such as store-bought cupcakes or an individually wrapped snack for the class to celebrate this special day. However, we do not accept goody bags or balloons in the classroom.

Tardies

School begins promptly at 8:00 a.m. each day. A student who is not in class, at his/her desk at 8:00 a.m. is considered tardy. Please help us support this initiative.

⏰ Absenteeism + Tardies ⏰

Children need to be in their seats every day ready to learn by 8:00 AM. Arriving at 8 is late!

All about our amazing HSA!
Snag your swag and support your dolphin pride!
$2 Harbordale Elementary School License Plates. Ride with Pride!
$25 Umbrellas. Stay Dry!
$2 Sunglasses
$2 Harbordale Magnet
$25 Dri-Fit or Pique Polo (Cotton)
$12 T-Shirts Casual Friday. Adult sizes also! Parents can show off too!
All purchases benefit school & HSA. Orders are filled each week & sent home with your child.
Let’s celebrate our Harbordale Dolphin Family by sharing birthday wishes on the school Marquee! What better way to show that you care than wishing a Happy Birthday for the whole school to see! Please send wishes one month in advance to allow for processing.
Early Signups are encouraged!
contact marqueemessages@harbordalehsa.com with any questions.

BCPS Updates & Notifications 🌟

Request Special Meals and/or Accommodations
To better serve our students with special dietary needs who require meal accommodations, submit a Medical Statement to Request Special Meals and/or Accommodations Form to your school nurse.
MS. GORDON