
Harbison Herald
March 20, 2025 ~ A Title One School
IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT
4K & K REGISTRATION NOW OPEN!
5K Registration and 4K Applications are now open for the 2025-2026 school year! Learn the full details about documentation needed at www.lexrich5.org/kindergarten.
4K Notes:
Your child must be 4 years old on or before September 1st to apply for the 4K program.
4-Year-Old Kindergarten applications are available at your child’s zoned elementary school.
5K Notes:
Only NEW Kindergarten students for the 2025-2026 School Year need to register.
Kindergarten registration is available online.
* In-person registration may be available at zoned elementary schools.
** Students who are currently in the 4-year-old kindergarten program and in PowerSchool should not complete the new student process, as current students will automatically roll into 5-year-old kindergarten at the end of the school year. Parents will be prompted to update their information in FinalForms over the summer.
SHATTER THE SCREEN EVENT
Click on photo to register. RSVP by Friday, March 28th to secure your spot.
UPCOMING EVENTS
March Events
March 25
Report Cards Go Home
March 26
MAP Testing (Reading)
1st - 5th grade students - Bring a fully charged Chromebook
March 27
MAP Testing (Math)
1st - 5th grade students - Bring a fully charged Chromebook
March 27
Camp S'more & More Enrichment Cluster Showcase Event at HWES
5:30pm-7pm
March 28
All Pro Dads 7:30am
CLICK ON IMAGE TO RSVP
WAS YOUR STUDENT ABSENT?
Per our student/parent handbook: A written note, medical excuse or electronic excuse form must be submitted for each absence.
Save time and gas by submitting your excuses online using this link - Online Excuse Form. You can upload medical excuses on this form, so no need to make a special trip to school. A link to this form is also at the bottom of each school letter and at the top of our website homepage.
If you prefer, medical excuses may also be faxed to the school at 803-476-3820.
STAFF MEMBER OF THE WEEK
March 14, 2025
I am pleased to nominate Chanel Haynes for Staff Member of the Week. Ms. Haynes is an exceptional first-grade teacher who dedicates her entire day to ensuring her students receive a high-quality and challenging education. Her passion for teaching is evident in the creative and engaging lessons she crafts, which not only ignite her students' curiosity but also prepare them for future academic success.
Ms. Haynes’ commitment to her students' development is reflected in their enthusiasm for learning and their impressive progress throughout the year. In addition to her dedication to her students, Ms. Haynes is a source of encouragement for her colleagues. Overall, Ms. Chanel Haynes exemplifies the qualities of a passionate educator who not only prepares her students for success but also inspires her colleagues to strive for excellence.
PHOTO GALLERIES
Check out the new photo galleries section on our website! View photos from all the events, spirit days, & learning activities this school year.
PHOTOS FROM THE WEEK
Greenlight Gala
Students who met 70% or higher getting greenlights on Reflex (math fluency app) attended the "Greenlight Gala" on Monday. Way to go, Heroes!
IMPORTANT LINKS
Contact Us
Website: www.lexrich5.org/hwes
Location: 257 Crossbow Drive, Columbia, SC, USA
Phone: (803)476-3800
Facebook: www.facebook.com/HarbisonWestElem
Instagram: @HarbisonWestElem
X: @HarbisonWestEl