Principal Message
November
January 26, 2023
Note from Mrs. Craft
Dear Hart Families,
We hope that you will be able to join us next Tuesday for our Science night from 5:30 - 7:30pm. It will be a night full of fun, hands-on experiences learning and exploring different science activities. You can come spend 30 minutes or stay the entire time. It is up to you and your schedule. I promise that it will be a night full of fun for the entire family. At 5:00, we will have our annual Title I meeting in the library.
This week, we had Mrs. McLaughlin, Lovejoy ISD School Board Member, visit our school and read to Mrs. Alford's class as a part of School Board Appreciation month. Our students enjoyed every minute, and we appreciate Mrs. McLaughlin for taking time out of her schedule to share her servant heart with us.
As always, if you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out at anytime.
All My Best,
Wendy Craft
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!
Important Dates @ Hart
JANUARY
31st - PTO Science Night - 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
FEBRUARY
2nd - Class pictures
3rd - 100th Day of School
3rd - 4th Grade Bump Up Day
6th - 10th - National School Counseling Week
7th - PTO Meeting @ 10:30am
14th - Class Valentine's Parties
15th - School Marshal Appreciation Day
16th - Early Release at 12pm
17th - Student Holiday/Staff PD
20th - Bad Weather Makeup Day
22nd - School Bus Driver Appreciation Day
24th - Daddy Daughter Dance
28th - 4th Grade Music Program @ 6:30pm
Hart News
Class Pictures: February 2nd
Class Pictures will be taken on Thursday, February 2nd between 8:10 and 11:30am. We will not have class picture retakes, so we encourage all students to be here on time and if possible, not schedule outside appointments during this time. Please be on the lookout for an email from Carey Lynn Photography to order your class picture. The email will be sent out after the pictures have been taken.
Family Science Night
Bump Up Day for our 4th Graders
Annual Bump Up Day is to take place on February 3, 2023.
Sloan Creek Intermediate, Willow Springs Middle School, and Lovejoy High School will host 4th, 6th, and 8th graders on Friday, February 3, 2023, for Lovejoy ISD’s Annual Bump Up Day. Bump Up Day was created to assist students with transitioning to a new campus and to help generate excitement for the new experiences they will have. Students will travel to the campus they will be attending for the 2023-2024 school year and have the opportunity to tour the campus, ask questions, and eat lunch. Students will be able to charge lunch and any a la carte/snacks purchases to their lunch account during their visit to their Bump Up school. Please make sure funds are available in your student's lunch account. Lunch prices for students visiting Sloan Creek Intermediate School or Willow Springs Middle School will be $4.00 for a regular meal or $4.75 for a premium meal. Lunch prices for students visiting Lovejoy High School will be $4.50 for a regular meal or $5.25 for a premium meal. A la carte/snack prices vary. Please refer to this document for specific pricing.
Daddy Daughter Dance
4th Grade Music Program
We will present our Texas Program on Tuesday, February 28th at 6:30 pm. Below you will find a link to the music website where you can find videos to practice our 6 songs as well as the lyrics sheet.
Author Visit
Children's author Kevin O'Malley is coming to Lovejoy ISD!
Hart Elementary Friday, March 3rd
We are very excited to read his books and learn what it is like to write and publish original stories. If your student would like to have Mr. O’Malley sign a book(s), please purchase any of his books that you would like. Send them into the library and he will sign them on the day of his visit.
Thank you to the PTO for sponsoring this event , Mrs. Dawson, Hart Librarian
ARD Process Workshop
Special Education Newsletter
Carrie L. Lovejoy Child Development Center
Lovejoy Gifted Association
Lovejoy ISD Gifted and Talented
Lovejoy ISD G/T services is hosting a Depth and Complexity session for parents. All Lovejoy families are welcome.
Engineering for Kids
Engineering for Kids: K-4th Grade
Explore the excitement of engineering! Students at Hart Elementary grades K-1 will use the Engineering Design Process to explore the fields of Jr. Electrical, Aerospace and Paleontologist Engineering sparking a passion for creation and tinkering. Students in grades 2-4 will use the Engineering Design Process to explore the fields of Mechanical, Forensic Engineering and App Development. Ours is a Cognia Certified proven program for a life-long interest in STEM!
Yearbook Pictures Needed!
It is time to start collecting the wonderful memories of our students for the yearbook. In an effort to be as organized as possible, we ask that you follow a few guidelines for submission if you would like for your photos to be considered.
Every photo must include the following:
Student name
Homeroom Teacher
Grade
All submissions should be school related activities i.e. holiday parties, talent show, Hart Beat, reading with the Leopards etc.
Please do not send more than 2 - 3 photos for consideration.
Please send pictures to: hesyearbook22@gmail.com
Deadline for photo submission March 31, 2023
Extended Day Leopard Academy
Card and Board Game Spring Session Enrollment is going on!
Card and Board Game Academy is an afternoon extended day opportunity for Children in third grade through 6. Children get to learn and play 10 new games that spark curiosity, promote critical thinking skills and foster collaboration. Enroll now!
January Nutrition Newsletter
Character Trait Spotlight
Nurse Tami's Notes
Nurse Notes
Email: tami_mitchell@lovejoyisd.net
- 1st Grade/New to Hart Hearing and Vision Screenings – January 26th and 27th
- 3rd Grade Hearing and Vision Screenings – February 9th and 10th
- Please make sure your child has his/her corrective lenses or glasses on those days. If a student does not pass the vision or hearing screening, rescreens will be done 3 weeks after. If they still do not pass, emails will be sent to parents. If you don't receive an email, that means your student has passed his/her vision and hearing screening.
- Clothing Donations: The clinic needs your help again as our borrowed clothing inventory is low. The clinic needs clothing in every elementary age especially bottoms, unused underwear, and socks sizes 5, 6, 7 and 8.
- As a reminder, 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, etc.) unless they have been on antibiotics for a full 24 hours.
- If you have any questions, info about your child I need to know, or your child tests positive for anything, feel free to contact me. Thank you for helping me keep Hart healthy!
PTO News
PTO Membership Meeting
Interested in Serving on the PTO Board at Hart?
Thank you for your interest in serving on the Hart Elementary PTO board next year. Our mission is to encourage a thriving partnership between parents, teachers, and administration to enhance the education of every student, while aiding them in achieving their highest potential.
Our goals as a PTO are to CONNECT Lovejoy families and educators, ENRICH students' education, and SERVE in volunteer roles which benefit students and staff. We are 100% parent powered and want YOU to join us!
There are opportunities to serve on a committee or on the board. Please review the information below and indicate your areas of interest.
The BOARD meets on the 2nd Tuesday of the month at 9:30am with a member meeting following at 10:30am.
We sincerely appreciate your interest in serving with the PTO.
Muffins with Mom
Spread the Love With Staff Grab Bag
Hart Families,
Let's spread the love with a grab bag event for our teachers and staff. With the start of the new year, it is time to restock supplies that are running low after a great first semester. The actual event is on February 15th and all supplies need to be delivered to the school by February 8th. There will be a drop off tote near the front office if you choose to not have things shipped directly to the school.
How can you help? It is easy as 1, 2, 3!
1. Click on the Amazon Wishlist link.
2. Purchase an item or two from the list.
3. Have it sent to the Hart Elementary PTO gift registry address (which is the school address).
Thank you in advance for your generosity! Our teachers LOVE this event!
Spread the LOVE and JOY In Our Community
Volunteer Opportunities @ Hart
District News
Lovejoy Baseball
Lovejoy Robotics - Volunteers Needed
Hart Elementary Families,
Lovejoy Robotics is hosting a tournament on Jan. 28th at LHS. We are looking for volunteers to judge, be scorekeepers and fill many other positions. We will train you if the position requires it. This volunteer opportunity is a great opportunity for any parents who have a child interested in joining the robotics programs at Sloan Creek, Willow Springs and LHS. Sign up to volunteer here!
*If you are an engineer or work in another field related to robotics or engineering we need you to be a judge!! Please reach out if you might be interested in judging to Tina Whitfill or Coach Strickland we will give you details about what judging entails.
Please contact Tina Whitfill, 214-274-7384, with any questions.
Majestics Contest Showoffs
Majestics Contest Showoffs are fast approaching! Be sure to mark your calendars for Thursday, February 9th at 7:00pm in the LHS Big Gym. This is a free event for all friends and family to attend and see featured performances by the 22-23 Majestics Dance Team and 2023 Majestics Rookies. This is an evening of dance performances you do not want to miss!!! We hope to see you there!!!