Hawk News
April 8, 2021
Mr. Tim Tutt
Leader in Me
This week a review of Habit 3, Put First Thing First. One of the principles of this habit is to say no to things that we know we should not do. For example, if your child is invited to play with a friend and they have not completed their homework, they should be reminded that to put fist things first means to work first and then play. This teaches children how to prioritize and delay gratification, a skill that we need to have as an adult.
Picture Retakes
Here are a few reminders for picture retakes on April 22nd:
1. You will receive an email day of pictures and attached will be an online order confirmation list.
2. The students listed on this list will need to go to the camera and have their photo taken.
3. If a package was bought and unsatisfied. Simply have students return the package in the blue envelope. We will send a new package with the new photo. (No cost)
4. If they do not return the package, A new package will not be printed. The family has 3 days from picture day to return the blue envelope package to receive a new photo package.
5. Anyone that was absent or would like a retake are welcome to the camera.
Roosevelt Community Night - Outdoor Movie
Families are welcome to attend our Outdoor Movie at Roosevelt High School on Friday, April 16.
Details:
- Location: Softball field at Roosevelt High School (4419 Center Street)
- Movie: Black Panther
- Start Time: 8:15pm
- COVID Precautions: Masks and social distancing required.
- Cost: Donations accepted at the door. Concessions for sale ($1 each item).
- We encourage families to attend. Bring blankets or lawn chairs and enjoy a movie under the stars!
- Students must attend with a parent or caregiver. No students may attend without direct supervision.
Kindergarten Registration 2021-2022
To sign-up at the Hanawalt, please provide the student’s Birth Certificate, Immunizations, Parent ID and Proof of Residency.
After July 12, 2021, regardless of the situation, ALL new students including incoming siblings, will need to go to the Welcome Center.
PTA Notes
Family Night In is TOMORROW!
Please visit this link: hanawaltcommunity.org (notice the difference in our url, we got a new site!)The link includes the Hanawalt Magic Show by local magician, Ben Ulin! Please have your magic bags ready while you watch the show! If you are a virtual family, please pick up your magic bag in the front foyer.
This will allow you to use the items in your bag to participate along with the show! Snap some pics and post them to the Hanawalt PTA Facebook page or text them to 515-664-3737. There is a prize for the first 3 contestants who send their pictures!
Hanawalt Community – A Family in Need
Mr. Dennie Gwyin is one of Hanawalt’s dedicated bus drivers. He recently suffered the loss of his home, due to a house fire. If you are interested in making a donation to the Gwyin’s GoFundMe page, please visit HERE. Thank you for your support and our thoughts are with the Gwyin Family!
Volunteer Opportunities
As an organization we are going to move forward as the Hanawalt Community Organization and no longer be the Hanawalt PTA starting fall of 2021! This will include more opportunities for smaller volunteer options. If you’re interested in looking into committee or short-term roles, please contact us at HanawaltElementaryPTA@gmail.com or call/text at 515-664-3737.
Teacher Appreciation
Teacher Appreciation week is May 3rd. Are you a good baker, crafter, designer, creative, or more? If so, you could be a huge asset to the Teacher Appreciation Team! If you are interested or have ideas to show our appreciation the week of May 3rd, please contact us via our email or text above.
For Your Calendar
Our spring Hanawalt Community Meeting will be on April 18th at 6:30pm. We will review the results of the parent engagement poll, as well as discuss what we want our organization to look like moving forward. This will be a virtual meeting, the link will follow soon!
On April 29th, Eatery A will have an event donating 10% of the proceeds they receive from Hanawalt’s friends or family. All you have to do is order their delicious food and say it’s for the Hanawalt Fundraiser! Please pass this on to family and friends!
On April 30th, we will have a Parents’ Night Outdoors, where you will receive a Des Moines related scavenger hunt and can take photos of yourself planting and link them to our social media! Watch out for the scavenger hunt and please support Hanawalt through the following fundraisers below:
- If you’d like to purchase plants from our fundraiser, please visit this PLANT STORE. 50% of proceeds go to Hanawalt and they have beautiful options!
- In addition, please visit our SPIRIT STORE! If you order now, it will be fulfilled by the end of the school year.
Upcoming Dates
April
9th: Magical Family Night In
22nd: Picture Retakes
May
10th - 28th: 3rd -5th Grade ISASP Testing
17th - 28th: FAST Reading
June
3rd: Last Day of School
Hanawalt Elementary
Email: jolene.liebl@dmschools.org
Website: hanawalt.dmschools.org
Location: 225 56th Street, Des Moines, IA, USA
Phone: 515-242-8411