Hawkins Happenings
May 26, 2023
Hawkins Elementary
Drop Off 8:55
Start Time: 9:07
First Bell: 9:01
Second Bell: 9:07
End Time 3:57
Breakfast begins at 8:50
Lunch Times (Recess Follows)
JK/K 11:15-11:35
1st 11:45 - 12:05
2nd 12:15 - 12:35
3rd 12:45 - 1:05
4th 1:15 - 1:35
Believe In Brighton
FROM THE PRINCIPAL
Happy Friday Hawkins Families,
Besides the excitement of the fire trucks, it was a great week. The students are still working hard as teachers wrap things up for the year. Some highlights of my week were the surprise retirement party thrown by the parents and students of Mrs. Newman’s class. What a great show of appreciation for a truly amazing teacher and a wonderful person. We had a Huddle today which is a chance to get to be with other teachers and students, and we incorporated an assembly with it. Thanks to Scholastic, Dav Pilkey Philanthropy and Jeri Kay Thomas from 2 Dandelions Bookshop for helping us to make this happen. All students received a free book from the Dav Pilkey Philanthropy! We had a great time!
A group of our 4th grade leaders came to me with a proposal to interact with Junior Kindergarten and Kindergarten at recess. A group of 32 4th graders did that and were absolutely amazing. They led games, played with the students and made connections. I can’t tell you how proud I was of all of them. I am looking forward to a weekend on the water with my wife and daughters, it looks like a gorgeous weekend. Finally, I want to say thank you to all of our military personnel. Your sacrifices allow me to be the principal of this amazing school, enjoy life with my family, and live out my dreams. Please take a moment to thank all of our military and take a moment to appreciate what they have done. Have a great weekend!
Mr. McAuliffe

4th Grade Farewell Party

Last Call for 4th Talent Show Sign Up!
Last call for sign ups to perform or help in the Talent Show! All acts will be confirmed by 5/29. Sign up here: https://forms.gle/Q95v8txnXLiCqyG58

Attention 4th Grade Parents - Maltby Info
Attention, 4th Grade Families! Mark your calendars!
Maltby Intermediate 5th Grade Orientation is scheduled for August 22nd, and 6th Grade Orientation is scheduled for August 23rd. Both will run from 9am to 1pm in an Open House format, so you will not need to be here the whole time. School pictures will be taken that day for the yearbook as well as ID badges, so have your student picture day ready! This is also when your student will receive their teacher, schedule, and locker assignments, and be able to purchase Maltby gear as well as pre-order the 2023-2024 Maltby yearbook. We look forward to seeing you there!
Holiday Shop Customers

Hawkins G.I.F.F.T Giving Immediately For Families Today - Summer Break
Hawkins G.I.F.F.T: Giving Immediately For Families Today
This school year we have provided 16 boxes so far to families who could benefit from some pantry items. We can’t tell you enough how wonderful this feels to help ensure some of our families have food in their homes. Before our year comes to an end, we would like to hold one more food box pick up. To ensure this process goes smoothly we are asking that you fill out the referral form below by June 5th, so that we have the week to stock the boxes and have them ready for pick up the last week of school (12th-14th). There will be a small questionnaire to fill out. This is for us to help with your needs the best we can and will not be shared with anybody outside the G.I.F.F.T. program
If this is a service your family could benefit from please fill out this referral form
If you are having trouble accessing this form please contact Rachael Fox at Foxra@brightonk12.com or Nicole Lira at Liran@brightonk12.com, or if you have any further questions about the service we are here to help.
** Please be sure when filling out this form that you include an email address. This is how you will be contacted with instructions to pick up your box.
*This is not an income based program and is available to all Hawkins families in need.
Counselor Corner
Counselor Corner!
I am so excited to continue working with your students this year to help facilitate and promote growth and learning! I am providing classroom lessons, small group activities, and individual support this school year.
As a reminder, your school counselor is here to support children in all areas of mental wellness that impacts their success in the classroom. We work with individuals as needs arise. If your child is struggling at school, we will work together with the classroom teacher to determine whether or not school-based services would be beneficial. We may also be able to offer resources or contacts if your family believes that outside support will best meet your child's or families needs.
The Elementary Counselor Team also has the BAS Elementary Counseling website for ideas and resources to be used at home! Please feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns that you may have, and I will do my best to support your child.
Mrs. Fox
Elementary School Counselor: Hilton/Hawkins

Children's Entrepreneurship Fair
2023 - 2024 Enrollment Window
Reporting an Absence
Build a Habit of Good Attendance Early!
BAS Wellness & Mental Health Website
As a district we are increasing our efforts to support the Mental Health and Wellness of our students, families and the community. We are increasing our efforts on Relationships, Student Wellness, and Increasing a Mindset for Learning and Growth. These Tips/Resources are one of the many ways we are increasing our efforts. Additional resources and information can be found on the BAS Wellness & Mental Health website.
Volunteers
Brighton Area Schools reserves the right to "approve" or "deny" any volunteer service upon review of the background check returned. The determination will be based upon individual fitness to have responsibility for the safety and wellbeing of children. Providing false information is grounds for immediate volunteer denial.
Email/Phone Number and Address Changes
If you do not know your Parent Connect login information, please follow the instructions on the Brighton Area Schools website.
PLEASE NOTE: Address changes CANNOT be completed through Parent Connect. Address changes must be completed by filling out a change of address form along with 3 copies of proof of residency. Details are listed on the change of address form which is available by clicking on the link below. Since in person drop off is not an option at this time, forms can be scanned and emailed to samanij@brightonk12.com
