HSE Tiger Tribune
September 13th - 17th, 2021
Harmony Public Schools Offering Virtual Learning Option for 2021-22 School Year
Recently, we asked families to log into Skyward to let us know if they prefer for their child to attend virtual learning or continue in-person learning on campus. The deadline to make your selection is Wednesday September 15, 2021. For those who select “Virtual Learning,” we will cross-checking their student records to determine their eligibility status. Those selected will be notified by their home campus soon and given further directions on how to begin online learning.
MAP Testing This Week
MAP Schedule
Math 9/15 (9/22 as needed)
Reading 9/16-9/17
Science 9/20-9/21
Take Five with Ms. Banyem, 6th & 7th Grade ELA
What is your proudest accomplishment? My proudest accomplishment is mending the relationship between me and my parents.
Who is your favorite author? I don’t have a favorite author. I read a variety of books.
What is your favorite book to read? My favorite book to read is the Bible. It encourages me daily.
What makes you laugh the most? Spending time with my best friends
What was the last movie you went to? What did you think? The last movie I went to see was Jurassic Park. I thought it was scary lol
Virtual Informational Meeting with Our Counselor, Ms. DeWalt
The Counselor Connection: Meet our on-campus counselor and learn more about the new program at HSE.
Thursday, September 16th
5:00 - 5:30 p.m.
Join Zoom Meeting
https://harmonytx.zoom.us/j/85346887970
Meeting ID: 853 4688 7970
Questions? Email ldewalt@harmonytx.org
Noetic Math Contest Registration is Open
The Noetic Learning Math Contest (NLMC) is a semiannual problem-solving contest for elementary and middle school students.
Paper-based Math Competition (held at HSE): November
Registration Ends: October 15th
Grades 2-8
Fee: $25 (click here to register and pay)
Click here for more information and to work on practice problems
Email nmikeska@harmonytx.org with any questions
PTO Fundraising Opportunities
Spirit Shirts for Sale
The PTO has SPIRIT SHIRTS available for purchase!
Visit the HSE PTO store here : https://hsehoustonpto.square.site/s/shop
Shirts can be picked up on the front patio Mondays from 7:15 am until 8:15 am and after school from 2:00 to 3:45 pm. You can also pick up your shirts on Wednesdays from 7:15-8:15a.m. and after school from 2:00-3:00p.m.
GATE Parent Nominations Open
Have you heard of our GATE program? Here at Harmony School of Excellence we have a high number of students enrolled in this program that gives GT students a positive self-concept, works on relationships with others, and strategies to develop critical and creative thinking skills for independent, self-directed learners.
If your child is in Kindergarten or newly enrolled this year and you want to see if he/she qualifies for GT Testing; please fill out the Parent Nomination Link below!
Click here for Parent Nomination Form
SPANISH- Fall 2021 GT Nomination Form
Questions? Email nmikeska@harmonytx.org
Society of Women Engineers Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day 2021
IAGTE is a free, all day event providing interactive workshops to expose girls to different disciplines of engineering. The event will be virtual, on Saturday, November 13th, 2021. This year's theme is How Far WE've Come - Advancements in STEM and how Women in Engineering (WE) contributed!
- Hands on activities will be provided to all registrants to follow along the day of the event.
- A keynote speaker will speak about the advancements they have seen themselves in their STEM related careers and what they think the future will look like.
- There will also be a parent/educator program where we will provide tools to help teach girls STEM and how to keep them engaged.
For more information about the event, as well as to register, check out our website!
Basketball Tryout Dates Set
5-8th grade Girls Basketball Tryouts
Tuesday, October 5th | 3:20-6:00 p.m.
HSE Gymnasium
5-8th Grade Boys Basketball Tryouts
Thursday, October 7th | 3:20-6:00 p.m.
HSE Gymnasium
Questions? Email richard.medina@harmonytx.org
See you on the court!
Coach M
Join Our Team!
Current positions include SpEd, ELA, and Elementary teachers. For job postings and information, go to https://harmonytx.org/careers. To apply for a position, go to https://harmonytx.org/employment-opportunities.
NO SCHOOL - Friday, September 24th
Teacher professional development day...enjoy the long weekend!
Friday, Sep 24, 2021, 08:00 AM
HSE
Harmony School of Excellence - Houston
Website: hsehouston.harmonytx.org
Location: 7340 Gessner Road, Houston, TX, USA
Phone: 7139838668
New Front Office Hours
**2021-2022 HSE Front Office Hours**
M, T, Th, F: 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. | 4:00- 4:30 p.m.
W: 8:00 am. - 1:30 p.m. | 3:00 - 4:30 p.m.
The office and front lobby will be CLOSED during drop-off (7:00-8:00 a.m.) and during dismissal (W: 1:30-3:00p, all other days: 2:30-4:00p)
Parents will not be allowed to wait in the front lobby while the office is closed.
*Late students arriving after 7:45 a.m. must have a parent/guardian sign their student in at the table on the front patio
Harmony Mask Policy
Harmony Mask Policy
(Effective Immediately)
- Masks will be required for all persons inside Harmony Public Schools buildings and transportation services (ex. buses). If an individual does not have a mask, one will be provided.
- For students and staff members who are unable to wear a mask, a mask exception form is available in each student and staff member’s Skyward account.
When it comes to masks, there may be no perfect policy for all families. Masks have become one of the more hotly debated issues of our time. The one thing we can all agree on, though, is that we all look forward to a day when no one needs to wear a mask.
In the late spring and early summer, many of us believed that day was close. Unfortunately, it’s not quite here yet. But by working together, we will get there – hopefully soon.
For now, we’re asking for Harmony to mask up. It’s good science, and it’s what is best for kids. Thank you.
Best,
Emin Cavusoglu, M. Ed. | Area Superintendent | Houston North