Hirsch Hawk Herald

Dear Hirsch Hawk Parents and Guardians,

I can't believe we are a little over a week away from a new school year! This is a year of change for me and my family as my oldest leaves for his freshman year at Morehouse College in Atlanta, Georgia. Our middle child is entering her senior year of high school, and our youngest is beginning ninth grade. It seems like just yesterday that my son was starting Kindergarten and I was walking with him to meet his teacher. I remember praying that he wouldn't cry and that I wouldn't cry in front of him. He didn't shed a tear as he bravely waved goodbye to me, but I have to admit, I cried like a baby once I left him. As I prepare to take him to another city, I know we'll have a similar experience. He's ready to bravely face the world, and though I'm ready for him to soar, I'm getting my tissue ready because I know once again I'll cry like a baby.

I know that each year when you bring your children to school, you're praying too—that they'll have a great year, that they will make friends, and that they will have teachers who see them for who they are and will nurture them. I hope you know that we want the same things for your children, and we're so happy that you've entrusted us with their care.

As we count down the final days before the start of the school year on Wednesday, August 14, I want to take a moment to share some exciting details about the special events we have planned for our Hirsch Elementary community.

School Theme: Our theme for the school year is "Unstoppable Heroes: Empowering Every Student to Soar." We want out students to know and believe that they can accomplish great things. This year's book is "Unstoppable Me!: 10 Ways to Soar Through Life" by Dr. Wayne W. Dyer and Kristina Tracy. This beautiful book teaches children how to hold on to the no-limit thinking they were born with and encourages them to enjoy life and become unstoppable as they strive to attain their dreams. Click HERE for the read aloud you can share with your child!

Annual Student Update: Our Annual Student Update is now active! It is crucial that you complete this update as soon as possible. This process is essential for your child to be assigned to a teacher for the school year. Please click HERE to complete the update or contact the front office for assistance.

Meet the Teacher & Annual Back to School Block Party: We are thrilled to invite you to our Meet the Teacher event and Annual Back to School Block Party on Friday, August 9, from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. This is a fantastic opportunity for you and your child to meet their new teacher, explore the classroom, and reconnect with friends and staff.

Our Block Party promises to be an afternoon of fun and community spirit, featuring:

- Food trucks

- Games

- Community partners

- Bouncy houses

- Free haircuts

Make sure you pick up your CAR RIDER OR WALKER TAGS to avoid dismissal delays on the first day of school! We hope to see you there as we celebrate the start of another exciting school year!

First Day of School: The first day of school is Wednesday, August 14. Doors will open at 7:35 a.m. We are eager to welcome your children back to school and embark on a year filled with learning, growth, and success.

We are looking forward to an incredible school year and can’t wait to see you all soon. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at (281)891-8330.

Thank you for your continued support and partnership.

Warm regards,

Mrs. LaToya Patterson

Principal, Hirsch Elementary

If you missed the opportunity to order your school supply pack, you may access each grade level supply list below:

• August 9: Meet the Teacher 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.
  
• August 14: First day of school!

Hirsch Elem PTO

Stay up to date on our PTO by following our PTO Facebook page:

https://www.facebook.com/HirschPto/

We want to show our Hawks that the sky is the limit when it comes to how high they can fly! On Wednesdays we ask all students and staff to wear their favorite college, university or military shirt!

https://www.schoolcafe.com/springisd

Please visit the website above to see the menus for each week. If you click on the third button (View Menus (as a guest)), you can navigate to Hirsch Elementary to see what's being served each week. Please be aware that menus can change due to available inventory.

• Parents may send treats to their child’s class.
• Only store bought cupcakes or cookies (no peanut butter or nuts)
• Sent with child or dropped at office
• Parent may NOT come to class
• Teacher’s discretion when to do cupcakes (not at lunch due to regulations)
• No goodie bags, balloons, etc.

We need you! We all know that parent involvement goes along way in ensuring our students' success! We want you to use your gifts and talents here at Hirsch!

How do I get involved?

Step 1: Complete the volunteer application.

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Step 2: Our Counselor will contact you once you have been approved to volunteer.

Step 3: Choose where you would like to help.

Volunteer Menu

• Reading Buddies
• Our young scholars are eager to read! Volunteer in 30 minute time slots to listen to students as they practice their reading skills!
• Library Helpers
• Help shelve books and organize the library!
• Workroom Helpers
• Help make copies, cut out lamination, and deliver copies around the school!
• Classroom Helpers
• Help during classroom parties and special event days!
• Help decorate bulletin boards and classroom displays!
• Office Helpers
• Volunteers needed at 2:15 p.m. to distribute transportation changes to the classroom!
• Lunch Helpers
• Volunteers needed to help with PK and Kindergarten lunch!