Principal Message
November
February 2, 2023
Note from Mrs. Craft
Dear Hart Families,
I hope this email finds you enjoying some extra family time making great memories, and the restlessness from being inside isn't driving you crazy. :) We will be excited to get everyone back to normal soon. In the meantime, please see the contingency plans for all Hart events below.
Although a decision has not been made regarding school for Friday, February 3, the annual Bump Up Day scheduled for our 4th, 6th, and 8th graders has been postponed. Details of when it will be made up will be shared next week.
Although a decision has not been made regarding school for Friday, February 3, we are postponing the 100th day of school activities for Kinder to Friday, February 10th. This allows our students an opportunity to finish their count to 100 and prepare everyone for this amazing day.
Our Science Night has been rescheduled for Monday, April 3rd from 5:30pm - 7:30pm. We are in the process of rescheduling class pictures. We will communicate our new date next week.
Next Tuesday, we will have our PTO membership meeting at 10:30 am. Immediately following this event, we will have our annual Title I meeting.
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
FEBRUARY
3rd - 100th Day of School
6th - 10th - National School Counseling Week
7th - PTO Meeting @ 10:30am
7th - Hart Annual Title I Meeting immediately following PTO meeting
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: RESCHEDULED
Attendance Update
Attendance continues to be a top priority for Lovejoy ISD. It should come as no surprise that attendance has a direct relationship with student learning. Additionally, public school funding is provided by the State of Texas based on each district's average daily attendance (ADA).
Lovejoy has developed an Attendance Task Force consisting of staff, parents, and students to formulate ideas about how to positively impact ADA in our district. One suggestion is to update the community via weekly principal communication on the number of absences each campus has accrued YTD along with the budgetary impact of those absences. This information can be found below:
Yearbook Orders & 4th Grade Ads
It is time to order your 2022-2023 HES Yearbook! The Hart Elementary Yearbooks are now on sale! The yearbook will be on sale through Monday, April 17th. Parents of 4th graders can also purchase 4th grade ads. We ask that you only purchase one ad per student. All ads are 1/4 page ads. If you have questions, please contact Janean Mancini at janean_mancini@lovejoyisd.net.
Bump Up Day - POSTPONED
Although a decision has not been made regarding school for Friday, February 3, the annual Bump Up Day scheduled for our 4th, 6th, and 8th graders has been postponed. Details of when it will be made up will be shared next week.
New to Lovejoy Ladies Lunch
Valentine's Parties: Tuesday, February 14th
We will have our Valentine's Parties on Tuesday, February 14th, from 2:00-2:45pm. Please be on the lookout for additional information from your teacher and room moms.
Family Science Night - RESCHEDULED
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 - January Edition
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!
Character Trait Spotlight
Nurse Tami's Notes
Nurse Notes
Email: tami_mitchell@lovejoyisd.net
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.
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.
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 Softball Bat Girls
Lovejoy Softball Bat Girls!
Is your daughter interested in softball? Does she play softball? Have her come and join our JV or Varsity teams as a Lovejoy Bat Girl for a game! Please sign up for our softball season using the QR code or signup genius link below! Girls need to be dressed in softball attire and have a batting helmet to wear. Each girl will receive a t-shirt as a thank you for their participation! Please sign up by March 7th! Come and support your Lady Leopards! Play Ball!
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!!!