HPE Patriot Post
Harrison Parkway Elementary
March 22, 2024
Attendance: 95.68%
HPE Expectation/Goal is 97%
Upcoming Events at HPE
March
22 = HPE Career Day
29 = Flex Day (No School unless needed to make up cancellation day)
April
01-08 = Spring Break (NO SCHOOL)
09-19 = Chicago's Pizza Gift Card Fundraiser
11 = Kindergarten Open House (5 p.m. to 7 p.m.)
17 = PTO General Meeting (6:30 p.m.)
Cafeteria Volunteers
Please consider volunteering in the cafeteria! Sign up here!
4th Grade Track & Field
4th Grade Track & Field will begin on 4/15. The coaches this year are Mrs. Helms and Miss Burke. There will be 9 practices (held from 2:15-3:15 PM). The 4th Grade Track & Field Meet will be held on Monday, May 6th, 5:30 PM at Fishers High School.
Permission Slips were sent home with your child this week. If your child is interested in participating, please send in the filled-out permission slip and money to your child's teacher by 3/27. For other questions or information, please feel free to reach out to the coaches at oburke@hse.k12.in.us or ehelms@hse.k12.in.us.
Lunch Menu - Week of March 25, 2024
Please be mindful there can be last minute changes.
Monday = Stuffed Cheese Sticks w/Marinara
Tuesday = Beef Nachos or Vegetarian Beef Nachos
Wednesday = Chicken & Waffles
Thursday = Cheese Ravioli w/Italian Meatballs & Garlic Toast
Friday = French Toast Sticks w/Sausage
**Daily alternate entrees: PBJ; Turkey Sandwich on bun, Pizza Pack, Impossible Burger, Bento Box- Hard Boiled Egg, Cheese Stick and Pretzels; Special Salad- Chef Salad. All lunches are served with milk, vegetable and fruit.
All lunches are served with milk, vegetable and fruit.
Counselor's Corner
Hi HPE families!
Teaching our students about self-care is incredibly important for their overall well-being. Here are some self-care tips specifically for elementary school-age children:
1. **Get Enough Sleep**: Encourage children to establish a regular bedtime routine and aim for 9-11 hours of sleep each night.
2. **Eat Nutritious Foods**: Teach the importance of eating a balanced diet with plenty of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and protein.
3. **Stay Hydrated**: Remind them to drink water throughout the day to stay hydrated and keep their bodies healthy.
4. **Stay Active**: Encourage regular physical activity through play, sports, or outdoor activities to keep their bodies strong and energized.
5. **Practice Good Hygiene**: Teach proper handwashing techniques, teeth brushing, and bathing habits to promote good hygiene and prevent illness.
6. **Express Emotions**: Encourage children to talk about their feelings and express themselves in healthy ways, whether through art, writing, or conversations with trusted adults.
7. **Take Breaks**: Teach the importance of taking breaks during activities to rest and recharge, whether it's during homework or playtime.
8. **Mindfulness and Relaxation**: Introduce simple mindfulness or relaxation exercises such as deep breathing or guided imagery to help children manage stress and calm their minds.
9. **Limit Screen Time**: Set boundaries on screen time and encourage children to engage in other activities such as reading, playing outside, or spending time with family and friends.
10. **Practice Gratitude**: Encourage children to focus on the positive aspects of their lives by practicing gratitude, whether it's through keeping a gratitude journal or simply expressing appreciation for the people and things around them.
11. **Be Kind to Yourself**: Teach children to be kind to themselves and practice self-compassion, especially when they make mistakes or face challenges.
12. **Seek Help When Needed**: Let children know it's okay to ask for help when they need it, whether it's from a teacher, parent, or other trusted adult.
By incorporating these self-care tips into their daily routines, our students can develop healthy habits that will benefit them for years to come.
Have a great weekend!
Mrs. Williams
HPE School Counselor
Social Emotional Learning:
K
Summary:
In this week’s lesson, your child will show what they’ve learned about kindness and the power of kind acts to help people feel good. They’ll draw themselves doing a kind act for someone at school.
Try This at Home:
Ask your child to show or tell you about their drawing of doing a kind act for someone at school. Encourage them to draw a picture of themselves doing a kind act at home too.
1st
Summary:
In this week’s lesson, your child will learn how to state a problem in a respectful way, without blame or name calling. They’ll practice identifying problems and then state the problem respectfully.
Try This at Home:
Children may be tempted to blame others when they’re upset about something. Encourage your child to avoid blame by describing what happened without focusing on who is at fault.
2nd
Summary:
In this week’s lesson, your child will use empathy to come up with a kind act they could do for a person they choose.
Try This at Home:
Ask your child who they chose to have empathy for and what kind act they decided to do.
3rd
Summary:
In this week’s lesson, your child will learn a new process for solving problems called STEP.
Try This at Home:
Ask your child if they can recall what each letter in STEP stands for. (S: Say the problem, T: Think of solutions, E: Explore the outcomes, P: Pick a solution.)
4th
Summary:
In this week’s lesson, your child will learn about questions they can ask to rethink situations and they’ll practice asking these questions using made-up stories.
Try This at Home:
Ask your child, “What questions could you ask yourself to rethink a situation?” (Questions might include, “What happened?” “Has this ever happened to anyone else?” and “What’s something good that happened?”) Talk about how those questions can help them think differently about a situation.
NEWS FROM THE LIBRARY
Support Our Library
Our school library is raising money for new books to support curriculum, reading programs and student requests. Help us reach our goal by making a donation today!
HPE PTO News
PTO Board Members
Co-President: Lindsey Berndt
Co-President: Mandy Leverenz
Vice President: Amanda McCullough
Treasurer: Carla Sklorenko
Secretary: Jamie Davis
PTO News
PTO Website: https://hpepto.com
Join our email list: https://volunteer-45556.cheddarup.com
Contact the PTO: HPEptoVolunteer@gmail.com
Stay informed and connected to the HPE community!
Like the PTO Page - https://www.facebook.com/HPEPTO and join the Harrison Parkway
Elementary Parents group on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/harrisonparkwayelementaryparents
Easy Ways to Help the PTO!
For Kroger, login to your online account or create one using the Kroger Plus Card number you already have or get a new one. Then go to www.kroger.com/communityrewards and enroll in Community Rewards. Search for “VA241” and select “HARRISON PARKWAY ELEMENTARY - PTO.”
Download the Box Tops app, shop as you normally would, then use the app to scan your store receipt within 14 days of purchase. The app will identify Box Tops products on your receipt and automatically credit your school’s earnings online. If you find any traditional Box Top “official coupons” on a product, please clip them and send them to school.
Donate money directly to the PTO with the ‘No Frills’ fundraiser! https://no-frills-fundraiser.cheddarup.com
Important Parent Information
Riverside Intermediate PTO
The Riverside Intermediate PTO is reaching out to our incoming 5th grade parents to seek volunteers for various positions within our organization. Your involvement and dedication are vital to the success of our PTO, and we would be grateful for your participation.
We are currently looking to fill the following positions: Co-President, Co-Treasurer, Secretary, Teacher Appreciation Chair, and Members-at Large
If you have a passion for supporting our school community and are interested in any of these roles, please don't hesitate to reach out. Your involvement will make a significant difference in enriching the educational experience for our children and fostering a strong sense of community within RSI.
Please contact the RSI PTO directly at riversideintpto@gmail.com if you're interested or have any questions. We look forward to working together to make a positive impact on our school.
Thank you for your consideration and support.
Lost & Found
Harrison Parkway Elementary has a Lost & Found located outside of the Music Room for any lost items. On the last day of each month, we donate all items to charities that serve people in need. Please have your student check it out if they are missing items.
Recess Policy at HSE
Recess will be held outdoors whenever possible. Precipitation, sunshine, cloud cover, wind chill, temperature, etc. are all considered when a decision is made for indoor recess. In general, recess will be held indoors when it is raining, or the temperature/wind chill falls below 15 degrees Fahrenheit. Conversely, if 90 degrees Fahrenheit or higher heat index (relative humidity and temperature) is reached, the school will take special precautions for any outdoor activity and teachers will use extreme caution while monitoring students at recess. In addition, students will be provided ample amounts of water before and during recess; Recesses will be shortened or may be moved indoors at the discretion of the principal or designee; Children will be watched/monitored carefully for necessary action. These temperatures are based on recommendations from the American Academy of Pediatrics and National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
The full recess policy can be accessed in the student handbook: https://resources.finalsite.net/images/v1691521899/hsek12inus/q7xtlrb1x9zozvwu9p61/ElementaryHandbook-APPROVED-23-24.pdf
FISHERS COMMUNITY NEWS
Mental Health Concerns
If you or someone you know is at risk of self-harm, suicide, or harmful towards others, please contact one of the following (All lines are free, confidential, and available 24/7):
Community Health Network - Call 800-662-3445 or Text HELPNOW to 20121
National Suicide Prevention Hotline - Call 800-273-8255
LookUP - Call 800-284-8439 or Text LookUp to 494949
Mental Health Issues are common and treatable. Hamilton Southeastern Schools has a contract with Community Health Network and has a mental health therapist working with students in each of our schools. If you have questions or concerns please reach out to your school’s school counselor for further information.
HSE Report It!
A school safety mobile reporting app that allows students, staff and community members to provide anonymous information about concerns for their own safety or the safety of others. HSE Report it!, can be downloaded via Google Play or the Apple App Store. It’s anonymous and reports are made exclusively through the mobile app. HSE Report it! will has no length limitations or the need to remember a short code. Reporters can attach photos, screenshots, videos, documents and/or audio recordings to their concerns and they can engage in a two-way dialogue with a real person.
Harrison Parkway Elementary School
Website: https://hpe.hseschools.org/
Location: 14135 Harrison Parkway, Fishers, IN, United States
Phone: 317-915-4210
Twitter: @HPEPatriots
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