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08/23/2024 Parent Communication

Herbert Akins Road Elementary School

From the Hawk’s Nest        

 

Friday, August 23, 2024

Good Afternoon Hawk Families.  

  • Another great week was had by all at the Hawk’s Nest.  The Nest is buzzing with energy as we move forward in our learning journey, embracing our theme: "Believe, Achieve, Love: Every Student, Every Success." As traditional schools begin their year on Monday, August 27th, we want to remind everyone to be prepared for potential impacts on bus route timings, increased traffic, and more people out and about. With all WCPSS schools in session, let's continue to stay focused and committed to our shared goals, while navigating these changes smoothly.

  • We are excited to announce that Ms. Jennifer Carfano has been nominated as a semifinalist for Assistant Principal of the Year for the 2024-2025 school year! This recognition is a testament to her dedication and the positive impact she has made on our school community. Please join us in congratulating Ms. Carfano on this well-deserved honor!

  • As we begin to progress through the school year, we want to remind everyone about the crucial role that regular attendance plays in student success. We understand that being on a year-round schedule presents unique challenges for families, but it is essential that students attend school consistently. Consistent attendance helps students stay engaged, keep up with their classwork, and build a solid foundation for lifelong learning. Every day counts, and when students miss school, they miss out on valuable instruction and classroom interactions that are difficult to replicate. We appreciate your cooperation and dedication in ensuring that your child attends school regularly. Together, we can support our students in achieving their full potential.

  • At Herbert Akins Road ES, we encourage all parents to partner with us in fostering a love of reading. Please read with your child every evening and engage with them by discussing the books they are reading and discovering their interests. Consider participating in family excursions to the public library and join in on a family novel read to enhance reading skills and nurture a lifelong habit of reading. These meaningful activities will yield significant social benefits as you help your child develop positive academic habits that will last a lifetime. By embracing our school theme, "Believe, Achieve, Love: Every Student, Every Success," we can work together to support every student in achieving success through a love of reading.

 

Just a couple of reminders from the PTA!

  • Spirit Wear sales are winding down! Prices go up August 25 so act fast! Make sure to grab yourself and your kids some awesome Herbert Akins gear! Spirit weeks start in September! https://spirithero.com/collections/herbert-9

  • Have a business interested in sponsoring the Boosterthon? We are taking sponsors now! Please reach out to a PTA representative for more information! 

  • Our first spirit night of the year will be at Chick-fil-a in Holly Springs on Sept 10 from 6:30-9! Come have dinner and show some HARES spirit! You must order through the app.



 The information below was in prior messages:

 

The Rest of the Newsletter Continued

 

PBIS Information & Request

  • Our PBIS store needs your help! If you are interested in volunteering to support our PBIS store on Fridays, please see the Sign Up Genius below. We would love to have at least 2 helpers each Friday. *You must be an approved volunteer to participate.* Thank you for supporting PBIS and helping to reward our students for SOARing!

 

Sign Up Genius Link

  

 

  • We kindly remind all parents that students must remain in their vehicles until the bell rings at 8:45 a.m. For safety reasons, no students should exit their vehicles before this time or be out of their vehicle playing in the courtyard or on the grass in front of the school. Thank you for your cooperation in ensuring a safe and orderly start to our school day. 

  • WCPSS has shared that the price for school lunch and breakfast will increase at the start of the 24/25 school year.  Breakfast will cost $1.75 and Lunch will cost $3.50.

School Day at Herbert Akins ES

  • Just a quick reminder that school officially starts at 9:15 & ends at 3:45. If all parents would be kind enough to make sure their student is on time for arrival, and to do what they can not to pick their student up from school from 3:00 - 3:45 unless it is absolutely necessary.  We understand appointments and planned events that do not coordinate with the hours of school but with limited staff in the front office it becomes extremely challenging to manage in the morning and the afternoon.  Everyone's attention to this matter is greatly appreciated.  

                                                                                               

 2024-2025 Year Round Calendar

 

Reminder of the Student Device Agreement (WCPSS issued chromebooks)

  • Please review the following link reminding everyone that the WCPSS issued chromebooks are to be used for educational purposes only and are the property of the WCPSS.

 

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  • Please Find us on Twitter @herbertakins to keep up with happenings at school!

 

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  • Keep up with PTA info on their Facebook page “Parents of Herbert Akins Road Elementary School”.

 

 

Have a great weekend!



Jonathan Murdock

Principal

HARES Home of the Hawks Nest

 

Important Dates:

  • August 27, 2024 - First Day of Traditional School (Heavy Traffic Begins)

  • September 02, 2024 - No School/Holiday