Hawk Talk Newsletter
April 12th, 2024 - Issue 34
STAAR Is Around the Corner!
SAT Practice - Saturday, April 13th, 2024
Dear Parents,
Just a quick reminder: the SAT Practice Test is scheduled for this Saturday at 9am. It's a crucial opportunity for your child to prepare effectively for the upcoming SAT exam.
This session helps them identify strengths and areas needing improvement, practice time management, build endurance, and set realistic score expectations.
Please ensure your child signs up for the practice test to secure their spot. Your support in ensuring your child attends is appreciated. Feel free to reach out with any questions.
Best regards,
Sign up link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfuWK6JCepGWkrOy8WCePlCbn7hQvWiH3fK7mVKGPQzfb2lbg/viewform?usp=sf_link
Note From The Principal!
Clubs & Tutorials Will Be Cancelled from April 16th - April 23rd, 2024
Bus Parents: Remind Your Children To Always Wear Their Seat Belts On The Bus!
Prom Committee Needs Your Help!
PTO/Prom Car Wash - April 20th, 2024!
8th Grade Parent Letter for 8th Grade Promotion Ceremony
Dear 8th-grade parents,
As we begin to prepare to send our 8th graders off to high school, we need some help from you!
We are in need of donations to help purchase a cake, some light snacks for the students, and maybe a small gift to congratulate them on their big move up to high school!
We have made it super easy for you to give:
Revtrak Donations for 8th grade Graduation
Choose ANY dollar amount, even $1 will help!
Additionally, we would love to create a picture wall of Harmony students over the years! If you have any pictures of your 8th-grade student at any of our wonderful Harmony events over the years (or just this year), please email them to directly to Ms. Witt by May 10th to allow us time to print and assemble the photo collage/wall in time for the ceremony on May 16th. (awitt@harmonytx.org )
Thank you in advance for helping us make graduation a successful event for our students!
2024-2025: Middle School Robotics Announcement
TSI Testing Opportunity from the Dept. Of College & Career!
Elementary Spring Concert Announced!
NHS Fundraiser for Austin Animal Center - All April Long!
Code2College Information
Elite Learning Summer Camp Opportunity!
Important Parent ID Reminder!
The Difference Between Conflict & Bullying!
Do Your Best To Arrive Early Throughout the School Week!
Harmony Parent Referral Rewards!
Parent Academy Corner
Bring Your Own Device Is NOT Allowed on the Endeavor Campus Except For Seniors
High School Grades:
Chromebooks in 9th through 11th grade have been issued to all our High Schoolers that have turned in their Chromebook form for some time know.
9th - 11th Grade students that have not been issued a school Chromebook for whatever reason can fill out the attached Chromebook Agreement form and turn it in to Mr. Suzek or Mr. Akpinar.
Please Note: Only SENIOR (12th Grade) HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS ARE ALLOWED TO BRING THEIR OWN DEVICE (Computer) TO SCHOOL.
However, if a 12th Grader does NOT have the permission of their teacher for in-classroom use, the student must adhere to their teacher's expectation.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding this item, please contact Mr. Yayla & Mr. Akpinar at the following emails.
Mr. Yayla - mailto:tyayla@harmonytx.org
Mr. Akpinar - mailto:hakpinar@harmonytx.org
Friday Schedule for April 2024
April 5th - A Day
April 12th - B Day
April 19th - A Day
April 26th - B Day
Drop-Off & Dismissal Notification
Dear Hawk Families,
Now that the school year is in full effect, please keep in mind the following:
1) It is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED that when leaving through the back of the school that ALL VEHICLES TURN RIGHT ON LAKE CREEK. This is a safety concern for parents, students, and all passers-by. Turning left on to Lake Creek is very difficult during dismissal hours. It slows down the traffic flow in the school, and it can be dangerous given the volume of traffic on Lake Creek at that time. We HIGHLY RECOMMEND ALL VEHICLES exiting our campus to turn right and turn around at the Walmart parking lot, or turn left onto 620 and turn south on 183 if you need to head south. Those two options are safer for you while driving, and will help the school greatly.
• DROP OFF AND PICK UP ZONES AND PROCESS HAVE NOT CHANGED
FROM LAST SCHOOL YEAR.
Zone 1 (Elementary Wing)
Morning PK- Kinder Drop Off 7am to 7:40am
Afternoon Elementary Pick Up 3:15 pm to 3:45pm
(At 3:45 Zone 1 Will Close and all students will be moved to Zone 2 for Pick-Up.)
Friday Pickup 1:10 pm to 1:40 pm
(At 1:40 Zone 1 Will Close and all students will be moved to Zone 2 for Pick-Up.)
Zone 2 (Cafeteria Side)
Morning 1st to 12 Grade Drop Off 7am to 7:40am
Afternoon Secondary and Siblings Pick Up 3:15 pm to 3:45pm
Friday Pickup 1:10 pm to 1:40 pm
April 2024 - Breakfast & Lunch Menus Are Here!
Please note:
Yum Yum Yum! Look what is coming for Breakfast & Lunch in March!
Please note:
Breakfast menus are after the lunch menus. Please make sure to scroll down to see the Breakfast Menu this month.
Elementary will have different lunch items than Middle School & High School students.
Middle & High School students will have the same lunch items.
Halal Lunch Options For The Week:
- Monday - Halal Certified Beef Meatballs
- Tuesday - Halal Certified Chicken Nuggets
- Wednesday - Halal Certified Breaded Chicken Tenders
- Thursday - Halal Certified Beef Meatballs
- Friday - Halal Certified Chicken Drumstick
Please contact Mr. Rivera at matthew.rivera@harmonytx.org for further details.
The HAWKS Promise: Our School Motto!
Harmony School of Endeavor-Austin Leadership Team
Please send an email request for an appointment first before coming to campus. We appreciate your understanding.
Campus Leadership Team
Toraman Yayla, Principal tyayla@harmonytx.org
Ruben Mutt Ortiz, Dean of Student Culture (PK-12) rortiz@harmonytx.org
Ayse Tunc, Dean of Academics (PK-6) atunc@harmonytx.org
Hakan Akpinar, Dean of College & Career/Dean of Academics (7-12) hakpinar@harmonytx.org
Heather Olivo, Campus Seminar Advisor, holivo@harmonytx.org
Mualla Ozguven, High School Counselor, mozguven@harmonytx.org
Robert Garza, Testing/Federal Programs/Instructional Materials/Engagement Coordinator rogarza@harmonytx.org
Paige Rivera, ESL/GT & STEAM Coordinator Paige.Rivera@harmonytx.org
Candice George, Business Operations Manager cgeorge@harmonytx.org
Rola Qasem, Attendance Specialist rola.qasem@harmonytx.org
Matthew Rivera, Child Nutrition Assistant matthew.rivera@harmonytx.org
Amanda Robles, Student Recruitment & Retention Specialist amanda.robles@harmonytx.org
Supriya Dudhal, Medical Assistant, sdudhal@harmonytx.org