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HPE Patriot Post
Harrison Parkway Elementary
April 19, 2024
Attendance: 96.06%
HPE Expectation/Goal is 97%
Upcoming Events at HPE
April
12-29 = Chicago's Pizza Gift Card Fundraiser
May
6-10 = Teacher Appreciation Week
10 = PTO Party on the Playground (6:00 to 9:00PM)
24 = Field Day
27 = Memorial Day (NO SCHOOL)
29 = Last Day of School
Curriculum and Instruction
Families,
We want to share a few curriculum resources with you in order to best support your children. Please let us know if you have any questions.
Lunch Menu - Week of April 22, 2024
Please be mindful there can be last minute changes.
Monday = Pizza Crunchers w/Marinara
Tuesday = American Creole (see flyer below)
Wednesday = Cheeseburger or Hamburger
Thursday = Orange Chicken w/Rice & Fortune Cookie
Friday = Pancakes 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 (hot or cold option) and fruit.
All lunches are served with milk, vegetable and fruit.
Cafeteria Volunteers
Please consider volunteering in the cafeteria! Sign up here!
Notes from the Nurse
Dear Families,
HSE Schools welcome the Smiles Program/Mobile Dentists to provide a free exam and cleaning to your student while they are in school. We understand many families do not have dental insurance and cannot afford the costs out of pocket, so we hope this will provide the dental care your student needs.
Mobile Dentists accepts dental insurance as well, so please provide that information if you’d like to register your student(s).
Harrison Parkway Elementary is hosting the Mobile Dentists on May 13th & 14th
To register your student(s), please complete a form by using one of the following methods:
- Go to: www.myschooldentist.com, find your school in the listing and complete the form
- Scan the QR code below to take you to the website
- Pick up a permission form and send in with your student or scan and email to your building nurse Jenny at jleonard@hse.k12.in.us
- Copies are also available at the school front desk. You are welcome to stop by or your student can pick up a copy
Please complete all information on the form. If information is missing, you may be asked to complete another form. You may submit the form by Monday, April 22nd to ensure Mobile Dentists have time to process the forms prior to the appointment date.
If you have any further questions, feel free to go to the website: myschooldentist.com or contact Jenny Leonard.
HSE Safety & Wellness Expo
HSE Schools invites all PK-12 families and community members to join us on Wednesday, May 1 from 6 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. at Fishers High School for its first-ever Mind-Body Wellness & Safety Expo.
Throughout the evening, you will have the opportunity to listen to experts as they discuss important topics including student mental and physical health and wellness, nutrition, and school safety. You can also connect with more than 30 local agencies that provide wellness services in our community. The Fishers Health Department will be on-site to provide a pop-up Vaccine Clinic.
Childcare will be provided at no-cost for children ages 4 and up. The 'Youth Zone' will include yoga, arts & crafts, mindfulness practices and healthy snacks!
Date: Wednesday, May 1, 2024
Time: 6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Location: Fishers High School, enter Door #1 (Overflow parking will be available at the CCA entrance, Door #19)
We look forward to sharing important information and resources with you on May 1. Below is the list of session offerings. *Please note, some sessions are appropriate for students in grades 7-12 to attend.
Registration for this event is recommended, but not required. Click here for the full event schedule and to let us know you’re coming!
Counselor's Corner
Hi HPE Families!
I can't believe we only have a few weeks left in the school year! I wanted to share even more tips on how you can incorporate social emotional learning into your home!
Use affective statements to promote emotional language. For example, "I am proud to see that you are sharing the toys today." Adults can also help to calm children when we "notice" a smile, new haircut, pair of shoes, or an activity or experience.
Encourage children to ask questions when they are unclear or need support and teach students the skills required to take personal responsibility.
Give children options when there are decision to be made so not to overwhelm them with to many options.
I hope you have an amazing weekend! As always, please reach out if you have any needs!
Mrs. Williams
HPE School Counselor
Social Emotional Learning:
K
Summary:
In this week’s lesson, your child will learn that apologizing is one way to begin to solve problems. They’ll practice using the phrases, “I’m sorry. Are you okay? How can I help?” as a way to help solve problems.
Try This at Home:
Ask your child to teach you the three parts of the apology they learned. Encourage them to apologize when the opportunity arises at home.
1st
Summary: In this week’s lesson, your child will learn and practice ways to make amends to start to solve a problem.
Try This at Home:
If disagreements or hurt feelings occur at home between siblings or family members, help your child think of a way to make amends, help others feel good, and start to solve the problem.
2nd
Summary:
In this week’s lesson, your child will learn that thinking of more than one way to solve a problem can help them find one that works better or that they like better.
Try This at Home:
Ask your child to explain why it can be good to think of more than one way to solve a problem.
3rd
Summary:
In this week’s lesson your child will learn to pick a solution to a problem by either finding a compromise or by showing kindness.
Try This at Home:
Ask your child to explain what a compromise is.
4th
Summary:
In this week’s lesson, your child will begin to learn a process for solving interpersonal problems. They’ll learn how to say the problem respectfully and without blame.
Try This at Home:
Talk with your child about an interpersonal problem they’ve had at home. Help your child think about each person’s point of view, and then work together to say the problem respectfully.
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
Stock the Lounge for Teacher Appreciation Week!
Help us show the teachers and staff our appreciation by stocking the lounge with snacks and treats! Please sign up to donate a snack if you can and drop it off at the HPE office no later than Monday April 29th. Teacher Snack Sign-Up
Save the Date! Party on the Playground is Friday May 10th!
Friday, May 10th
6:00 to 9:00 PM
Volunteers Needed for Party on the Playground - May 10th
Help us make Party on the Playground a fun and safe event! We need lots of volunteers to help with concessions, monitoring games, and monitoring the bathrooms and auction area. Please donate an hour of your time if you can. Thanks for your support! - Party on the Playground Volunteer Sign-Up
Important Parent Information
Mudsock Youth Athletics
PTO had a GREAT presentation from Mudsock Youth Athletics!
Did you know - that if your child qualifies for free and reduced lunch at school, they are also eligible for scholarship opportunities through Mudsock!
Did you know - the Mudsock website is enabled with google translate you can view the page in whatever language works best for your family!
Check out their website here: https://www.myathletics.com/
Registration for fall sports starts May 1, 2024!!!!!
THANK YOU!!
This year, Cripe Photography introduced a new program called Gift a Yearbook, which allowed parents to purchase an extra yearbook for a student who may not otherwise be able to purchase one. As a result of your generosity, Harrison Parkway has received 12 gifted yearbooks funded through this program!
Cripe Photography and Harrison Parkway appreciates the participation and looks forward to expanding the program in the future.
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
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551616581898