Havard Elementary Cowboy News

December is coming, and we are ready! There will be dress-up days, parties, field trips, and assessments. Due to the busy nature of the season, sometimes schedules and added responsibilities can cause stress. Concerts, parties, family visits and so many other events seem to be packed into a limited amount of time. Scheduling becomes an issue and we always seem to be looking for ways to complete our to-do list. Hopefully, you will find a lot of the information to help you stay updated in this newsletter. We will also send information through text, email, and social media.

We are having a holiday luncheon in December. I want to remind you all to make sure you register even if you may not be able to make it. We do not allow registration on the date of the event. You will only be allowed to attend if you have registered.

If you have any questions about events or activities, please contact the front office. For any questions or concerns, you can reach me at lappel@galenaparkisd.com, or you can schedule an appointment at 832-386-3710.

Have a very merry December!

Dr. Lisa Hamblen

Upcoming Observance Dates:

November 1-30: National Homeless Youth Awareness Month

November 1-30: National Runaway Prevention Month

We would like to remind you of the importance of good attendance for all students. It is very important for children to be in school as much as possible. Every day a student is absent is a lost opportunity for learning. Too many absences can affect achievement for the absent student. Last year, our attendance was 95.1%. That means our students missed approximately 6 days each. Our goal for this year is 96.1%. This would mean that students miss about 5 days out of the 167 days in the school year. We will be monitoring student attendance closely. We know that you all play an integral role in ensuring your children are present and on time everyday. Lets work together to improve attendance and student success!

Current Totals

1st 6 Weeks Attendance: 96.2% AWESOME!

2nd 6 Weeks Attendance: 95.68% We did better than last year. Let's keep trying to get to our goal!

• If your student misses school, please send a note to their teacher or email AttendanceHAV@galenaparkisd.com when they return. If they are absent for more than 3 days, a doctor's note may be required.
• Please include the following on excuse notes:
  • your student's name
  • teacher's name and grade
  • date
  • your name
  • reason for absence
  • a number to contact you if there are questions.

The Havard H.E.R.O.S is a brand new campus program that is dedicated to nurturing the growth of our boys into confident, respectful, and responsible young men. Through the presence of positive male role models and intentional mentorship, we can Help Empower and Raise Our Sons. Use the link below to sign up. For any questions, ideas or concerns contact me at ssteptoe@galenaparkisd.comor call the front office.

Join Havard H.E.R.O.S

Character Education Theme of The Month: Honesty and Integrity

Discussion Questions:

• Why is it important to be honest, even when it’s hard?

• How does honesty build trust in relationships?

Activity:

• Set up a jar and provide slips of paper. Family members write examples of how they showed honesty during the week and place them in the jar.

Reflection:

• Share one time when being honest helped you feel proud of yourself.

• How can we encourage each other to always tell the truth?

Are you interested in volunteering at Havard or attending a field trip with your child? If so, please complete the GPISD Background Check at the link below. This must be completed and approved before you are eligible to volunteer or participate in any field trips. If you would like to be contacted to volunteer, please complete the Volunteer Interest Form.

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Website: https://www.galenaparkisd.com/Domain/12
Location: 15150 Wallisville Road, Houston, TX, USA
Phone: 832-386-3710
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