Principal Message

Dear Hart Families,

Happy Thursday! We have had a great week of learning. This week our 3rd graders tackled the challenge of learning about engineering practices through exploration and problem solving. Our students loved working with the robots and creating complex courses for their robots to maneuver.

I would like to thank the Kindergarten and first grade parents who joined us for the Craft Connection Coffee. If you were unable to make it, I have included the presentation and a Question and Answer document from our meeting below. In the future, we will try and offer an in person and remote option.

As you know, Lovejoy ISD will be closed from September 1st - 4th. I hope that you enjoy this time with your family creating amazing memories. As always, please feel free to reach out at anytime with questions or concerns. We look forward to seeing everyone on Tuesday, September 5th.

All My Best,

Wendy Craft

Wendy_craft@lovejoyisd.net

214-551-4503 (cell)

469-742-8077 (office)

My mission is to be a servant leader who works with students, parents, and staff to build a community that fosters relationships and learning where everyone THRIVES. Each day, I strive to make the choice to be great versus comfortable, because you can't be both!

September:

1st: Student Holiday - Office Closed

4th: Student and Staff Holiday - Office Closed

8th: Leopard Friday

8th: SAGE Coffee @ 9am

12th: PTO Board Meeting

13th: Grandparents Day (A-M)

14th: Grandparents Day (N-Z)

21st - 28th: Book Fair

29th: Student Holiday

We will not have school on Friday, September 1st and Monday, September 4th. Our office will be closed on these days as well. Thank you for understanding.

Are you curious about how Lovejoy supports students with special learning needs and exceptional abilities? This is your chance to gain valuable insights and connect with other families in our Hart community who are already part of these incredible programs.

Here's what you can look forward to:

• Get to know the dedicated Lovejoy Administration Team driving our SAGE initiatives.
• Discover the innovative strategies and resources we're using to empower students with diverse learning needs.
• Connect with fellow families who are navigating the SAGE journey and share experiences.
• Have your questions answered during our interactive Q&A session.
• Enjoy some quality visiting time over coffee and snacks.

The meeting is expected to last about an hour, ensuring you'll have ample opportunity to engage and connect. Whether you're already involved in SAGE or simply intrigued by the possibilities, we invite you to join us and learn more about the remarkable opportunities Lovejoy offers our students.

Let's come together as a community, share insights, and foster a supportive environment for all learners. Spread the word and mark your calendars! We can't wait to see you there!

The love spreads to our cherished Grandparents on September 13th (A-M) and 14th (N-Z). Let's celebrate the wisdom and warmth they bring to our lives!

Grandparents spend lunch with your favorite Lovejoy leopards!

Fast Passes will be available for any Grandparents that have previously checked in at Hart this year.

Grandparents should plan on arriving 15 minutes prior to the students lunch to check-in.

Grandparents should bring their own lunches.

Looking for a super easy way to get involved in your child's school? Become an Art Sparks volunteer!

The following teachers still need an Art Sparks volunteer:

FIRST: Papania

SECOND: Alford - Collins

THIRD: Burkhart - Salem - Scott

FOURTH: Minix

Here's why you'll love it:

• Quick & Convenient: Our program is designed to fit your schedule. Just 30 minutes of fun whenever you're available! You’ll coordinate times that work for you and the teacher.
• No Experience Needed: Zero artistic skills required. We even have a short training video you can do at your leisure that only takes 35 minutes to get you ready!
• Engaging & Interactive: We provide ready-to-go presentations that make it a breeze to lead. Plus, you get to spark curiosity with Q&A time.

Join us in adding a touch of creativity to your child's classroom. It's as easy as paint by numbers!

Extended Day Leopard Academy is an opportunity for your child to participate in enrichment activities on his or her campus before and after school. Our goal is that these enrichment opportunities will allow our Lovejoy Leopards to develop creativity and critical thinking skills through activities related to their personal interests.

Registration is open for the following academies for students in kindergarten through 6th grade. Choose from one of the links below for more information.

We are excited that the district will be utilizing Bright Arrow which will allow teachers to send "blast" texts and emails to our parents. As part of the district's Technology Acceptable Use Policy, we are asking teachers to refrain from texting with our parents. We are doing this in order to preserve our teacher's personal time and ensure confidentiality for all students. We know communication is important, and we encourage you to email, send a message in SeeSaw, or call the teacher on the school line. Thank you in advance for understanding.

If your student will be ABSENT, please email Irianna Olvera at irianna_olvera@lovejoyisd.net. We need the email as documentation for our records.

If you have a DISMISSAL CHANGE for your student and either cannot access School Dismissal Manager or it is after 2:00, please email or call Janean Mancini at janean_mancini@lovejoyisd.net.

If you need to check out your student before the end of the day, please do so by 2:45pm. Anytime after that is difficult to get out of the parking lot. Thanks for your help with this!

It's time to update paperwork in PowerSchool!

Click Here to log in to PowerSchool. Once you are logged in, scroll down on the left side to "Enrollment & Student Forms" to complete.

We love volunteers at HES, but in order to volunteer or go on a field trip, then you must have an updated Volunteer Background check for the current school year. Please complete your background check now!

Hello Hart family! We are seeing cases of pink eye. Contagious pink eye can be bacterial or viral. Symptoms include: pink or red color in the white of the eye(s); swelling of eyelids; increased tear production; itching, irritation, or burning; discharge; and crusting of eyelids or lashes (especially in the morning). Please do not send your child to school if you suspect pink eye.

Please do not send your child to school if he/she has:

• A fever of 100.0 degrees or greater
• Vomiting or Diarrhea
• An infection that requires antibiotics (i.e. Strep throat, bronchitis, pink eye, etc.) unless they have been on antibiotics for a full 24 hours

Clothing Donations: The clinic needs your help as our borrowed clothing inventory is low. The clinic needs clothing in every elementary age especially bottoms, unused underwear, and socks.

Calling all Hart students, staff, and families!! We want all of you to be members of Hart Elementary PTO! This system will allow members to join online, subscribe to our calendar of events, receive online directory access, and update personal information at any time! These features are also available via a mobile app on your phone.

Step 1.) Click on the Register/Login button below to create an online account with Membership Toolkit or to sign into an existing account.

Step 2.) Click the Join Now button to become a Hart Elementary PTO member.

We appreciate your continued support as we navigate this exciting new school year!

If you'd like to know more about volunteer opportunities at Hart, please fill out this form, and we'll contact you when spots open up!

Calling Dads! We've opened up spots now for October Dads@Hart volunteers! Sign up using the following links to spend a day your kiddos will always remember on campus.

Lovejoy Athletics would like to offer up the opportunity for premium parking for all Varsity home football games for the 2023 season. The Leopards will auction off 42 prime parking spaces just west of Leopard Stadium. No more coming early and fighting for that elusive parking space on nights like Leopard Friday or Homecoming - your spot awaits you!

These premium spots are open to any community member who wants to support the school and would appreciate a short walk to the ticket booth on those busy game nights.