HSS-Austin Tiger Talk
Week of August 30th -September 3, 2021
~ A Message From Mr. Stengler ~
Dear HSS-Austin Families!
We've come to the end of our 4th week of school and we are making great strides. Let's keep the momentum going strong and remember to have our students in school on time by 7:45am. We have so much to accomplish this year and we want to make sure our students don't miss out. I hope that everyone can take some time to relax with your families, enjoy a long restful weekend and get ready for more character building and academic driven weeks ahead.
We appreciate your cooperation and support. Have a great Labor Day Weekend!
Sincerely,
Mr. Waylon Stengler, M.Ed.
Principal | Harmony School of Science - Austin
~ Announcements & Reminders ~
Daily Reminders: Be on Time by 7:45am, Wear Your School Uniform, Bring Class Supplies & Water Bottle
Dismissal: Monday-Thursday @ 3:05pm, Friday @ 2:05pm
Labor Day Student Holiday - Monday, September 6th
Didn't Get a Chance to Order Fall Pictures? You Can Still Order Online
To place an order, please follow the instructions below:
- Visit: https://www.strawbridge.net/
- Select the RED button that says Order Pictures & Yearbooks
- Enter our school Online Order Code: FM371699
- Select the GREEN button that says FIND
- Enter the required information to find your student's pictures and place your order.
Any paid orders that were placed on Fall Picture Day will be delivered to the school in the next 2-3 weeks.
Complete the Household Income Information Form on Skyward
We appreciate your support by submitting this form as it provides program benefits to your family through other organizations and also provides more funding from Tx Education Agency to provide more services to our students and parents.
ESL Virtual Parent Meeting - Thursday, September 9th, 5-6PM
HSS Spirit Shirts for Sale - Coming Soon!
Student Holiday & Staff Development Day - Friday, September 24th
Let's Get Ready to ROAR!!! College Ready Spirit Week - September 27th - October 1st
Monday: College Life Pajama Day - wear your favorite pj's (must be school appropriate with tennis shoes on, no spaghetti straps or tank tops, shorts should be knee length)
Tuesday: Highlight Your Future - wear bright or neon colors or just wear your shades if you're too cool for school.
Wednesday: College Tailgate Day - wear your favorite college gear, college colors or college football game attire.
Thursday: Hats Off to Your Education - wear your favorite hat (graduation caps are great) or just go all the way with crazy hair.
Friday: Tiger Pride Day - wear your favorite HSS Spirit shirt, a shirt with a tiger image or orange & black attire.
Gifted & Talented (GT) Virtual Parent Meeting (Newly Nominated Parents), Thursday, September 30th, 5-6pm.
We will host an informational meeting for all parents of our newly nominated Gifted & Talented (GT) students on Tuesday, August 31st from 5-6pm. If you would like more information about the Gifted & Talented Program, please attend this meeting. For questions, please contact Mrs. Cox: coloma.cox@harmonytx.org
Gifted & Talented (GT) Nominations Being Accepted - Wednesday, September 1st - Thursday, September 30th
GT nominations for New and Returning students are being accepted starting September 1st - September 30th. Parents may pick up and drop off nomination forms in the front office. If you have any questions or would like to email your nomination form, please contact Mrs. Cox: coloma.cox@harmonytx.org
All Students Should be in Uniforms Daily
If your student's uniform shirt size is not available when you place your order, please consider a size up as they will last a little longer throughout the school year.
Please note that uniform shirt orders are packaged according to the
type and size requested and the color in stock.
PTO Board Nominations - Coming Soon!
HSS-Austin PTO will begin accepting Board Member nominations soon for the 2021-2022 school year. Begin thinking about joining the PTO Board or recommending another parent to join us.
We need parents to be a member of the PTO board and to be PTO members...partner with us and let's get active in your student's school.
The PTO Board positions include:
President - Vice-President - Secretary - Executive Member - Treasurer -
Parliamentarian - Membership Coordinator - Philanthropic Chair
The date for the PTO Meeting & Voting Session will be provided soon.
HSS-Austin Campus Events & Dates to Remember - September 2021
09/01 - Gifted & Talented Nominations Begin
09/06 - Labor Day Holiday - No School
09/07 - First Day of Clubs!
09/24 - Student Holiday - Teacher Professional Development Day
09/27 - College Ready Spirit Week
09/30 - Gifted & Talented Nominations End
09/30 - Gifted & Talented Parent Meeting (Newly Nominated students), 5-6pm
A Look Ahead - October 2021
10/07 - Fall Picture Make-up Day (School Uniforms - new previously absent students)
10/08 - Student Holiday / District Professional Development Day
10/11 - Student & Staff Holiday - No School
10/12 -2nd Reporting Period Begins
10/20 - Student Holiday / Parent Teacher Conference Day
~ Cafeteria News ~
September 2021 Breakfast & Lunch Menu
Cafeteria News - FREE Lunch for All Students!
Students without funds on their meal account will be allowed one charge, then may not purchase any additional servings of only milk until their meal account has a positive fund balance.
* Students may still bring their own lunch if they prefer. *
~ Academics ~
Educational Option for Academic Loss During 2020-2021 School Year
Additional information regarding this Senate Bill can be found by visiting the following website:
Do You Know Our Specials Team?
As we end the 2nd week of school we thought you may want to take a glimpse into the creative, artistic and athletic people behind the scenes that make up our Specials Team! For an introduction of Mrs. Belknap-Art, Ms. Diamond-Music, Mrs. Burns & Mrs. Hahn-STEM, Coach Monninger-PE & Mr. Mosteller-Technology, select the button below.
Parent Skyward Accounts Are Active
All parents should have received an email including your username and temporary password. The email was sent from Harmony Public Schools (sender: donotreply@harmonytx.org) to begin access to your Parent Skyward account.
STEP 1: Once you have located the message, click the Skyward Website link: https://skyward.iscorp.com/HarmonyTXStuSTS and follow the instructions from the Harmony email. If you have not seen this message, please search your email for "Skyward"
STEP 2: If you are a RETURNING parent or a NEW parent and don't have a Skyward Parent Account email from Harmony enter the following:
- Username: parent's first.parent's last name (period in the middle, no spaces)
- Select: Forgot Password and follow the prompts
- Change Your Password: You will receive a temporary password in your email (email provided for your child's registration), to enter and change to a new password
STEP 3: After you have gone through Steps 1-2 and you aren't able to access your Parent Skyward account, please contact our Front Office Team at 512-821-1700.
HSS-Austin Schedule Change Reminder - Early Dismissal Every Friday @ 2:05pm
Our campus Friday dismissal will be at 2:05pm.
Please plan accordingly to have your student picked up by 2:30pm on Fridays.
~ Campus Engagement ~
A Message From Ms. Williams
Our After School Program will begin next week with a few of our Club Offerings. There will be additional clubs offered soon as well. Please review the information below to register for On Campus clubs or one of our Club Partners. Please remember, if your student has after school tutorials, please select clubs on a different day.
Ms. Jearnal Williams
Student Success & Engagement Coordinator
* Register for Campus Clubs Online Today! *
The 2021-2022 HSS-Austin After School Club Program will begin next week!
Online registration & payments are now available for the campus club
offerings we currently have available.
Please note that club spot availability is limited. Once a club is full the
online option will be labeled: "Out of Stock".
Online Ordering Instructions:
1. Go to: https://harmonytx.revtrak.net/austin/harmony-school-of-science-austin/#/list
2. Click on Clubs - select your student's grade level
3. Select your student's club of interest (if your student has tutorials, select a club on a different day)
4. Select the semester payment option for each club you'd like to register for
5. Enter the student's name. Click on “Add to Cart” and proceed with your order for payment until you receive confirmation.
HSS-Austin After School Club Program Offerings:
Campus Club Meeting Time: Monday-Thursday 3:15 - 3:50pm
Kindergarten - 2nd Grade Clubs:
Monday
Get Crafty Arts & Crafts Club
Math Kangaroo (1st & 2nd)
Tuesday
Lego Club
Movie Club
Wednesday
Board Games Central
Thursday
Mini Bots & STEM Club
Zumba Club
3rd-5th Grade Clubs:
Monday
Choir Club
Spelling Bee Club
Robotics Team 4th & 5th (Robotics assessment required)-
For Robotics Team email: Mrs. Cox - coloma.cox@harmonytx.org
Tuesday
Geography Bee Club
Wednesday
Aviation & Drone Club
Thursday
Art Creators Club
Open Book Club
Volleyball (beginning Sept 27th)
Zumba Club
Club Partners:
Black Widow Mixed Martial Arts - Tuesdays Beginning September 7th
Sticky Fingers Cooking - Fridays Beginning October 1st
6 Cooking Classes per Session | Fridays 2:15-3:15 p.m.
Session I: October 1, 15, 22, 29, November 5 (No class Oct 8th)
Session II: November 12, 19, December 3, 10, 17 (No class Nov 26)
Open to students in K-5th Grade
It's THYME to TURNIP the BEET on what KIDS EAT!
Let your child release their inner chef! Students will prepare and eat healthy, globally-inspired recipes all while learning to cook in a fun, engaging and real-world way that will turn even the pickiest eaters into avid food explorers!
Enroll today: https://stickyfingerscooking.com/courses?session_types=school-programs&locations=3&venue_id=1199
College & Spirit Day - Every Friday!
HSS-Austin Media Platforms - Stay Informed
HSS-Austin Website: https://hssaustin.harmonytx.org/
HSS-Austin Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hssaustin
~ Community Events & Resources ~
Central Texas Food Bank - Home Delivery Program
The Central Texas Food Bank is launching a home delivery program that will deliver a monthly food box to their doorsteps - "This program is open to households with children OR households with older adults ages 60 or older. Participating households must live in Travis County, be in need of food assistance, and experiencing barriers to attending in-person food distributions.
To find out if you are eligible and/or to enroll in the program, contact a Neighborhood Center near you listed on this website - https://www.centraltexasfoodbank.org/home-delivery-program
~ For Your Reference ~
After School Care Program - Elite Learning
Elite Learning will provide After School Care for HSS-Austin students on our campus from dismissal to 6pm during school days. After School Care will be available beginning the First Day of School with registered students. Please review a few details and the flyer below for more information:
Registration Fee - $50 per student or $75 for for 2 or more siblings
Drop in care at $25 per day - purchase in sets of 5 days at a time
First month’s payment will be due the week of August 9th before school starts -
August Standard Fee: $170 (pro rated)
August Free/Reduced Fee: $150 (pro rated)
Standard Monthly Fees: $250 - Free & Reduced: $220 -
Monthly Discount: 10% discount for each sibling.
All questions regarding After School Care must be directed to Elite Learning.
For more information visit their website at elitelearning.org, by phone at
1-855-66ELITE (1-855-663-5483) or email at support@elitelearning.org
HSS-Austin is Protected!
HSS-Austin is Asbestos Free - Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act Notification
Harmony Public Schools 2021-2022 Academic Calendar - Mark you Calendar Today!
Please Review the Harmony 2021-2022 Playbook
School Parking Lot Reminders
Staff Parking Spots:
Our parking lot is marked with designated parking for our staff. Please be mindful of these "STAFF" marked spots and DO NOT park there as our teachers and other staff members need to be able to park and get in the building in a timely manner to begin preparing for their day. Parent parking is facing the building unless otherwise marked.Neighboring Businesses:
Please DO NOT park in the parking lots of our neighboring businesses as we must respect their property and business - you are subject to being towed.
Walking Students & Families:
We have students that walk to and from school in the morning and afternoon. Please be aware and cautious of student pedestrians in nearby crosswalks and on our campus.
We appreciate your cooperation in this manner.
HSS-Austin Parent Orientation Packet - Including Daily Schedule, Uniforms, Absence Policy and More!
Virtual Parent Orientation - Video Recording Now Available
LIKE US ON FACEBOOK IF YOU ATTENDED ORIENTATION OR VIEWED THE RECORDING!
Virtual Parent Orientation Survey - Only Fill Out if You Attended or Viewed the Recording Above
If you attended or viewed the recording of the Virtual Parent Orientation, please complete the 2021-2022 Back to School Virtual Parent Orientation Survey.
Frequently Asked Questions for 2021-2022
WELCOME TO HARMONY SCHOOL OF SCIENCE AUSTIN - HOME OF THE HSS-AUSTIN TIGERS!
Website: https://hssaustin.harmonytx.org/
Location: Harmony School of Science, Stonehollow Drive, Austin, TX, United States
Phone: (512) 821-1700
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hssaustin/
Twitter: @HSS_AUSTIN