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We want to remind you that the STAAR Reading Language Arts (RLA) assessments for 3rd-6th grade will take place this week. Please see the schedule below:

• 3rd and 5th Grade: Wednesday, April 9th

• 4th and 6th Grade: Thursday, April 10th

It’s important that your child is present for their testing day. The STAAR assessment is a key measure of their academic progress, and we want them to be able to perform their best. We encourage you to ensure your child gets a good night’s rest the night before their test, as well as a healthy breakfast on the day of the exam.

Thank you for your support in helping your child prepare for this important day. We are excited to see all of their hard work pay off!

Ms. Claudia Garza, Principal

At school, every minute counts! Consistent attendance is key to your child's success, as each lesson builds on the next. When students are present, they have the chance to fully engage, learn, and grow alongside their peers. Missing even a small amount of time can mean missing out on important concepts or opportunities to practice skills. Missing just 2 days a month means you miss 10% of the school year. We strongly encourage you to help your child make the most of every school day, as their attendance directly contributes to their overall progress and achievement. Your support in ensuring they’re here and ready to learn makes all the difference.

Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow!

• Instruction begins at 8:00 a.m., tardy slips will be given to any student arriving after 8:05 a.m.
• Tardy and attendance notification letters will be sent out as of next week to parents/guardians.
• Excused and unexcused absences: For any absence, please notify the front office. Send a written excuse or doctor's note upon returning to school. Students have three days after returning to school to submit a written excuse, otherwise the absence is unexcused.

• Our campus opens its doors at 7: 00 am.
• The most congested time for drop off is from 7:40 am to 8:00 am.
• We ask parents not to get down on the drop off lane because it backs up traffic.
• If you foresee your child not being ready for drop off, please proceed to the very front of the line to allow traffic to continue through.

Visitors: Legal identification is required for campus entry screening during the school day. Students will not be released to anyone without a proper ID or if individual is not on the pickup list.

Drop-off Items: We ask no items be dropped off during school hours.

Guard Shack: Please be ready to show legal form of identification when stopping at our guard shack. The guard will raptor all incoming traffic starting at 8:05 a.m. on a daily basis. ****The guard shack will be closed off in case there is a drill being conducted on campus.

• Breakfast in the classroom will be served from 7:45 a.m.-8:00 a.m. only.
• Lunch: Cafeteria meals are available to all students at no cost. Students are also allowed to bring their own lunch. Please be advised that no items, including meals, are allowed to be dropped off throughout the day.
• Link to Menu: https://www.schoolnutritionandfitness.com/index.php?sid=2803131626585483&page=menus

Please make arrangements in advance with your child’s teacher or with front office as we will only schedule a limited number of birthdays per day. Birthdays are at 2:45 pm in the cafeteria. We will allow store bought cupcakes or individually wrapped items, pouches of juice, or water bottles. Parents are encouraged to clean up the birthday area after the event. There will be a limit of two adult guests for celebration.

As we continue to celebrate Autism Awareness Month this April, we invite everyone to join us in showing support by wearing blue every Wednesday throughout the month.

Let’s work together to raise awareness, promote inclusion, and celebrate the uniqueness of all individuals. We appreciate your participation in helping us spread kindness and understanding within our school community.

Thank you for your support!

We are excited to announce that our Spring Egg Hunt will take place on Thursday, April 17, 2025, during school hours! The event will be held outside in the school playground area, and we can’t wait for the students to enjoy this fun and festive activity.

To ensure everything runs smoothly, please help your child prepare by sending them to school with the following items the day before the event:

• A basket or sturdy bag to collect their eggs

• 12 plastic eggs filled with candy and/or small prizes

  • Candy must be individually wrapped

  • Each egg must be taped

We’re looking forward to a fun and safe Egg Hunt! Thank you for your help in making this event special for all of our students.

As we approach STAAR assessment dates, it's important for all students to be present and prepared. These assessments play a key role in measuring your progress and ensuring you’re on track for success. Your presence on test days is crucial, as it gives you the best opportunity to showcase your hard work. Let’s all do our best and finish the year strong!

As we approach the end of the year, it's time to start planning for our upcoming End of Year Awards! More details will be shared soon, but for now, please mark your calendars with the finalized dates. Be sure to check the flyer for additional information, and stay tuned for further updates. We look forward to celebrating all the hard work and achievements of our students!

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* Current families: Submit your registration by the priority deadline of March 28, 2025, via Skyward!

Save the Date!

We would love to invite you to join us for our Mile with Mom event! This is a special opportunity to spend quality time with your child while getting active together.

Event Details:

• Date Options: May 12th or 13th

• Time: See Flyer

• Location: HSE GYM/Park Area

Come enjoy a fun, memorable experience as we walk, jog, or run a mile together with your child! It’s a great way to celebrate the bond between mothers and their kids while staying healthy and active.

Save the Date!!

We are excited to invite you to our Dunks with Dad event! This fun and energetic event is a great way to spend time with your child, show your support, and have some fun together.

Event Details:

• Date Options: May 22nd or 23rd

• Time: See Flyer

• Location: HSE GYM/Park Area

Join us for a memorable day of basketball, laughter, and bonding with your child. Whether you’re shooting hoops or cheering from the sidelines, we can't wait to see you there!

Hear good things, affirmations, and much more from own Harry Shimotsu students!