Important News

We Belong Newsletter

Each month, a new SEL (social and emotional learning) newsletter called "We Belong!" will be shared to highlight SEL activities, spotlight different teachers/classrooms, and share important information regarding holidays, dates, etc... Select the month you are interested in reading below. June 2023 May 2023 April 2023 March 2023 February 2023 January 2023 December 2022 November 2022 October 2022 September 2022

Claire’s Gourmet Fundraiser

We are currently running a Claire’s Gourmet Fundraiser. Please see the attached letter for all important information and dates. Packets were just distributed to all students so please check their backpacks or take home packets. Ready to get started? CLICK HERE TO REGISTER We appreciate your support of this fundraiser, as it provides much needed funds. Thank You for your…

HCPSS Educational Partnerships 2021-2022 Annual Report

Curious about the HCPSS Educational Partnerships? The HCPSS Educational Partnerships 2021-2022 Annual Report has just been released. Each school’s partners are listed, as well as system wide (at-large), curricular and program office partnerships. The report highlights the vital role partners play to help students achieve success in life, wherever their path may lead.

Back-to-School Night Presentations

Thank you to all of those families that attended our Back-to-School Nights. If you were unable to come or if you simply need to check details, please find your child's grade level presentation below: Kindergarten First Grade Second Grade Third Grade Fourth Grade Fifth Grade Gifted and Talented (GT) * Please note that these slideshows share the general presentations -…

HCPSS Policies to Review

The following policies have been updated and are available for you to view below. Policy 1020: Sexual Discrimination, Sexual Harassment, and Sexual Misconduct Policy 1025: Title IX Sexual Harassment Policy 1060: Bullying, Cyberbullying, Harassment, and Intimidation Policy 8100: Field Trips Policy 9020: Student Rights and Responsibilitie s Policy 9260: Student Search and Seizure

Policy 10010 Update – Distributing Information to the Community

At the July 14th meeting, the Board of Education voted to approve changes to Policy 10010 – Distribution and Display of Materials and Announcements. The most notable change is that organizations will now solely distribute information through HCPSS electronic channels, such as Canvas. Approved materials will be published on the HCPSS Community News and Programs website, which is user-friendly and…

Elkster Examiner '22-'23

This message will be updated weekly with the latest Elkster Examiner. Please check back frequently! May 30th, 2023 May 22, 2023 May 15, 2023 May 8, 2023 May 1, 2023 April 24, 2023 April 18, 2023 April 11, 2023 March 27, 2023 March 20, 2023 March 13, 2023 March 6, 2023 February 21, 2023 February 13, 2023 - Amended Date…

Family File Updates Needed!

PLEASE COMPLETE YOUR STUDENT(S) FAMILY FILE ASAP! The 2022-2023 Family File is now available to families. HCPSS requires that your Family File is completed BEFORE you can see your child’s teacher in Canvas (during orientation week). Every year, HCPSS parents and guardians must complete a Family File for each child. HCPSS utilizes Family File for parents/guardians to complete emergency information…

2022-2023 Important Dates

2022-2023 Important Dates FRIDAY, AUGUST 26th Pre-K Orientation - 9:00 AM Kindergarten Orientation - 10:00 AM New Student Orientation - 12:15 PM Open House for Grades 1, 3, and 5 - 1:00 PM Open House for Grades 2 and 4 - 1:50 PM MONDAY, AUGUST 29th First Day of School for K-5th THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 1st First Day of School for…

2022-2023 School Meals Information

Families are reminded that the federal government has NOT extended waivers allowing free meals for all students. Consequently, for the 2022-2023 school year, students whose families do not qualify for free or reduced lunch will be required to pay the daily meal price of: Student Breakfast - $2.00 Student Lunch - $2.80 Many HCPSS families are eligible to participate in…