Hollinger's Island News
November 2024
Dear Parents,
Please join us in celebrating Gratitude month. This month we will focus on things that we are thankful for. Our faculty, staff and students will focus on kindness and spreading positivity. Each day this month, let's show our gratitude to each other, our families, and our community. As we are working through second quarter, here are a few school reminders:
Attendance and Behavior:
A gentle reminder that attendance and behavior are important factors in academic success. Please ensure that your child is attending school regularly and engaging positively in the classroom. If there are any ongoing issues, we are here to support you and your child.
Uniform Policy:
As we move forward in the school year, I would like to take this opportunity to remind everyone of the importance of adhering to our school’s uniform policy. The uniform policy is an essential part of maintaining a focused and respectful learning environment for all students.
Uniform Expectations:
Students are required to wear the designated school uniform each day. This includes:
- red shirts, khaki pants, tennis shoes
- Jackets and outerwear worn inside the building must also align with the school’s dress code. NO HOODIES ARE ALLOWED
Please refer to the student handbook or the school website for full details of the uniform policy.
Uniform compliance is a school-wide expectation, and we ask for your support in ensuring your child is dressed appropriately each day.
Consequences for Non-Compliance:
Students who do not follow the uniform policy will receive the following consequences:
- First Violation: Verbal reminder
- Second Violation: Verbal reminder and a phone call to parents.
- Third Violation: Written warning and loss of privileges
We hope to avoid these steps, but consistent adherence to the uniform policy is necessary to maintain the school’s standards.
November Attendance Incentive
All students that have perfect attendance in November will enter their name into a drawing for a chance to win special prize donated by Evonik. Regular attendance is critical to a student's academic success. Students are expected to be at school except in cases of emergency or illness. All students need to be on campus by 7:45 each day.
November Breakfast and Lunch Menu
November 5 Voting Day/Virtual Day for Students
November 5 is a Virtual Day for Students. There will be no classes on this day. Each student will receive a work packet to complete at home. All packets are due back to school on Wednesday, November 6.
November 11 Veteran's Day Holiday
There will be no classes Monday, November 11 in observance of Veteran's Day. Classes will resume Tuesday, November 12.
November 13 Pictures with Santa
Students may wear their holiday clothes for their picture but will need to bring a uniform to change in to afterwards. All pictures are prepaid.
November 14 Thanksgiving Luncheon
Please join us for our Thanksgiving luncheon Thursday, November 14. All forms and money are due no later than Tuesday, Nov 12
November 20 Dolphin Ice
Small Cup $3.00
Color changing cup $5.00
Refill if you have your cup $3.00
Parent Volunteers are needed. Please let the office know if you are available to assist during Dolphin Ice.
November 22 Turkey Trot
Our annual Turkey Trot will take place November 22. Coach Rankin will be sending home more information. Parents are invited to stay for a picnic lunch following the races.
November 25-November 29 Thanksgiving Holidays
We hope that all of our HIES families have a safe and enjoyable Thanksgiving Holiday. We are looking forward to seeing all of our students back at school Monday, December 2.
Upcoming Dates:
November 1-Fall Festival
November 5-Voting Day/Virtual Day
November 11 Veteran's Day Holiday
November 13- Santa Pics (pre-pay)
November 22-Turkey Trot
November 25-November 29 Thanksgiving Holidays
December 5-3rd Grade Parent Meeting (more information will be sent home)
December 19-Classroom Parties
December 20-End of 2nd Quarter
December 23-January 6-Christmas Holidays