Principal's Weekly Message
October 21st, 2016
Week in Review
Election Day - We are anticipating a large voter turnout. In order to avoid the line, you can vote early. Information about early voting is available here. On November 8th, the election will be held in our gymnasium and voters will use the entrance to the gym from the bus loop. The doors between the gym and the cafeteria will be closed and locked, so no voters will need to enter the main part of the campus.
Early Release - Please plan for November 1st and November 2nd early release days. On both days we will dismiss at 12:40pm.
Have a great weekend!
"KICK THE FLU"
It's the time of year when we must consider guarding our children and ourselves against the flu. This year NEISD has a health initiative that will help stop the spread of the flu in our school. Healthy Schools, in cooperation with Schoolhouse Pediatrics has partnered with NEISD and will provide free flu shots to all students with parental consent.
Healthy Schools will be providing flu vaccinations at Hidden Forest on November 29th. You will be getting more information, including a consent form that will need to be signed and returned. Please watch for the forms to be sent home early in November. Let's protect our students and families against the flu this flu season. Remember, there is NO out-of-pocket expense to you. Feel free to call your school nurse for more information.
PTA Health Fair and Family Fitness Event
NEISD Council of PTAs would like to invite you and your family to a morning of fitness, wellness & fun. Join us at the Back the Future Family Engagement Rally on November 5, 2016 from 9 am - 1 pm at the NEISD Sports Park (12001 Wetmore Rd, San Antonio, TX 78247).
The event kicks off with a 9:15 am opening ceremony followed by a FREE one-mile fun run. All attendees are encouraged to wear their school spirits shirts. The event includes a Live DJ, games for all ages including the NEISD rock climbing wall, a health fair, food preparation demonstrations, fitness demonstrations, food trucks, door prizes, and an opportunity to join each NEISD PTA.
NOTES FROM PTA
Our annual Bike Rodeo was a huge success! Thank you to all of our parents who came out and helped make it a great event for our children. We loved seeing all of the kids out on their bikes practicing bike safety and having fun! As October winds down there are a few more events coming up to make note of:
- Red Ribbon Week is October 21 - 28th. Check out the Red Ribbon Week flyer for more details.
- Our Sister School coat drive ends this month. Keep those coats and winter accessories coming in!
- Wednesday, October 26th is our next Parent Education event. Join us at 8 am in the cafeteria for Coffee and Cognizance to learn more about the Leader in Me Program.
- PTA Life Membership nominations are due on Friday, October 28th. An honorary Texas Life Membership is the highest honor bestowed upon an individual by the Texas PTA for outstanding contributions to the well being of children and youth. Do you know a community member who shares his/her resources and expertise for the benefit of all children? An outstanding staff member? An exceptional teacher dedicated to education? A valuable volunteer? And/or someone who has gone the "extra mile" for our children? Complete the nomination form below and return to school.
- Howdy Night is coming up on Friday, November 4th. We could use your help to make Howdy Night a success. We are collecting beverages and cookie donations for our hot dog meal in addition to signing up volunteers to help with the event itself. Click here for more details and to SIGN UP.
We appreciate your support - have a great weekend!
Hidden Forest is a school where educators care about your child. We are innovative and passionate about helping your child love learning as much as we love teaching. We strive to help your child learn the basics, as well as valuable life lessons such as how to be a leader and how to serve others.
HFE is a TEA 3-Star Distinguished School
Growing our students hearts and minds
Hidden Forest Elementary
Email: cmille1@neisd.net
Website: http://www.neisd.net/hidden/
Location: 802 Silver Spruce Street, San Antonio, TX, United States
Phone: (210) 407-4000
Facebook: facebook.com/hiddenforestes