Our Mission

At Hopkins Elementary School we are collaboratively helping children achieve their personal best while increasing student achievement.

Our Vision

At Hopkins Elementary School we are working together to cultivate learners, empower families, and strengthen communities.

Hopkins Families,

During the month of February we will celebrate Black History Month with many engaging teaching and learning activities at the Hop! Be on the lookout for a calendar of activities as we acknowledge the contributions of our African American community!

We also have many celebrations to continue to demonstrate how AMAZING Hopkins Elementary is! See our recent recognitions below!

• PBIS Distinguished School by the Georgia Department of Education 2021-2022

• Robotics League Winners
• Robot Performance Award
• Regional Champion's Award
• Super Regional Innovation Project Award
• State Competition Invitation for February at the University of Georgia

Proud to be YOUR Principal,

Gabriel Zaragoza

(770) 564 - 2661

gabriel.zaragoza@gcpsk12.org

Did you know that Hopkins can send you convenient text messages about our upcoming events?

Just send "Yes" or "Y" to 67587 to opt-in!

Visit our Hopkins School Website frequently to find important updates and information related to Hopkins! The link is below!

Follow our new Hopkins Elementary Facebook Page to see the exciting things happening at the Hop!

• Digital Learning Day
• February 3rd
• Spring Picture Day
• February 7th
• Student/Staff Holiday - No School
  
• February 16th - 20th
• Early Release Days (Planning Ahead)
• March 1st & 2nd

• Read Across America Week, First week of March
  
• Early Release Spring, March 1st & 2nd
• Picture Day Spring, February 7th
• DLD #4, March 17th
• STEAM Day/Night, March 30th
• Field Days, Kindergarten & 1st, May 16th
  
• Field Days, 2nd & 3rd, May 17th
• Field Days, 4th & 5th, May 18th
• Fifth Grade Fun Day, May 19th
• Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th Grade Awards Ceremony, May 22nd
• 5th Grade Promotion, May 23rd @ Berkmar High School

Students can work on their assignments on eCLASS on February 3rd! Teachers will be in meetings and planning sessions during the day.

Have your children ready for picture day on February 7th! Remember all orders are done online! See the flyers for the links when they come home!

Valentine's Day is a time when students can share treats with their classes. Please note we do not have parties for Valentine's Day. Families may send in items to classes for each student. Please contact your child's teacher to send in items.

Student Wellness Screener Grades 2nd-5th

• Testing Window: March 13 to March 24
• Takes approximately 5 minutes
• This screener helps our teachers, administrators, and counselors identify student social and emotional needs for additional support.

GCPS Milestones Benchmarks Grades 3rd, 4th, 5th

• Testing Window: February 28 - March 16
• Grades 3, 4, 5: Reading, Math, Science and Social Studies
  

Georgia Milestones Assessment System - Grades 3rd, 4th & 5th

• Testing Window: April 2023-May 2023
• Grades 3, 4, 5: English Language Arts (Reading) & Mathematics
  

• Grade 5: Science
• Georgia Milestones (GMAS) is a comprehensive summative assessment program that measures how well students have learned the knowledge and skills outlined in the content standards.
• Please be sure students are present every day. We will send out a detailed letter with specific grade level dates and other information as we get closer.
• Students do not test every day, this is just a general time frame for test administration and make up opportunities.
  

GCPS Non-Milestones End of Year Assessments Grades 1-5

• Testing Window: May
• Grades 1 & 2: Reading & Mathematics
• Grades 3 & 4: Science & Social Studies
• Grade 5: Social Studies Only

HOPKINS SCHOOL COUNCIL:

The A+ Education Reform Act of 2000 established school councils in Georgia to bring communities and schools closer together in a spirit of cooperation to achieve the following: solve difficult education problems, improve academic achievement, provide support for teachers and administrators, and bring parents into the school-based decision-making process. In short, School Councils provide advice, recommendations, and assistance to principals and local boards of education. Hopkins school council meets four times a year.

Hopkins Elementary School Council Dates 2022-2023

March 24, 2023 @ 8:30am, Hopkins ES

Please email Noelle.Gardner@gcpsk12.org to confirm your attendance.

Get involved with the great things going on in your child's school!

November 17th is National Parent Engagement Day

Family & Community Engagement Center:

Volunteer, check-out resources, and get engaged in the community! Contact Us!

Maria Miller, Parent Instructional Support Coordinator

Ingrid Abarca, Parent Outreach Liaison

Attached below is a link below for our Hopkins Elementary Parent-Student Handbook so that you and your child can review school rules and procedures together. If you have any questions about the rules and expectations, please feel free to contact the school or discuss them with your child’s teacher. It is very important that you and your child are fully informed regarding standards related to appropriate behavior for a safe and productive school year. Parents and guardians should review the online handbook. If you need a printed copy, please contact the front desk at 770-564-2661.

• Don't forget to sign up for your MyPaymentsPlus account! We use this platform for all school payments including contributions, field trips, club/activity dues, fundraisers, spirit shirt sales, and others!
• Also, EVERY parent/guardian will need to sign off on the GCPS and Hopkins Parent-Student Handbook through MyPaymentsPlus this year.
• Contact our Parent Center for additional support! 770-564-2661