Bulldog Bulletin
Elementary School- September 1st, 2022
Welcome Back!
Hello HCS Families!
Welcome back to another new and exciting school year. I eagerly look forward to greeting students and families again. Students, we can't wait to see you walk through our doors next week! Parents, we hope YOU are relaxed, recharged and ready for a wonderful partnership. I welcome your input and feedback as parents, so please feel free to reach out any time via email or phone.
We often hear that students cannot reach their highest potential if they do not feel safe, supported, and connected. It is my mission to continue to serve our entire school community so that every child feels safe and supported. This year we will renew our commitment to excellence in all that we do as we seek to provide a sense of belonging and ownership, coupled with high quality instruction with the expectation that all students can learn and succeed.
The collective commitment from our families, our students, our teachers, and all of our staff here at HCS continues to be awe-inspiring. It remains an honor and privilege to serve as your principal. Together, I know we will make this school year one of growth and achievement for all of our children.
Sincerely,
Natalie Pfluke
Attendance
Going to school regularly matters for your child’s success and achievement!
Consistent attendance in school is critical to student achievement. Let’s work together to make sure that your child does not fall behind this school year. Please ensure that your child attends school every day and also arrives on time so they benefit as much as possible from what is taught in the classroom. Here are a few practical tips to help support regular attendance:
Make sure your students keep a regular bedtime and establish a morning routine.
Turn off all electronics including TVs, phones and tablets at bedtime.
Lay out clothes and pack backpacks the night before.
Ensure your children go to school every day unless they are truly sick. Check with our school nurse, Marybeth Tonkery (229-5171 Ext 3013) if you are not sure about when to keep your child at home due to illness.
Avoid scheduling vacations or doctor’s appointments when school is in session.
Talk to teachers and counselors for advice if your student feels anxious about going to school. You can reach the Counseling Office at 229-5171 Ext 3020.
Develop back up plans for getting to school if something comes up. Call on a family member, neighbor, or another parent to take your student to school.
Please let us know how we can work with you and your family to ensure your child is here each and every day.
Sincerely,
Your HCS Team
Staff changes
Katie Meek- Grade 1
Cindy Futter- Grade 2
Emilie Callaghan- Grade 5
Steve Behil- TA (coming back to us!)
Sheila Malloy- Kindergarten Long Term Substitute Teacher
*We wish Jenna Flynn the very best on her next endeavor as a middle school AIS teacher and are grateful for the time she spent with us in elementary!
Partnering with PTA
PTA is excited to welcome our teachers, staff and kids back to school! Please think about becoming a member of PTA and/or joining us in fundraising to help our kids and teachers have a wonderful year to come. We’re excited to create wonderful activities and events this school year to help one and all!
Check out our link to join the PTA!
https://hcspta.memberhub.com/store
Kristin Kester
PTA President
School Hours
School hours are from 9:00 AM– 3:15 PM. Doors will open at 8:55, at which time all students will be allowed to enter the building. In the case of a half-day of school, dismissal is at 11:40 am. Students should not come to school any earlier than 8:55 AM unless a teacher has notified you in advance. UPK hours in the morning will be 9:00-11:30, and afternoon classes will be 12:45-3:15.
Arrival Procedure
Dismissal Procedure
Important to note:
- Any special circumstances that may have been in place last year will not carry over to this year. Requests for this year must be re-submitted in writing or in an email to transportation and/or the nurses office.
- Bus drivers will be communicating bus information prior to the first day of school. If you have not heard from anyone yet, please be on alert that someone will be reaching out soon.
Important Dates
9/1- Welcome Back Bash UPK-12 5:00-8:30; Open House 6:00-7:30
9/7- First Day of School K-12
9/7-9/8 UPK Screening
9/9- First Day of School UPK
9/27- Picture Day (retakes will be 11/15)
11/18, 11/21, 11/22, 4/27 and 4/28- Half days for Parent Teacher Conferences; regular day for UPK
Click on the link below to be taken to the UPK-5th Grade Supply Lists. Each grade has its own page.
Helpful Resources
- ParentSquare Signup : Please utilize this if you are not already doing so; it's the school's platform for communication.
- Honeoye Central School District Community Resource Guide
- Here are some other resources from Attendanceworks.org that might be helpful: