Donations Needed
On this date, students will be learning about Cinco de Mayo traditions and about Mexican culture. We will end the day with a parade of "floats" made by the students.
If you can donate any of these items, please send them to school by May 4.
Earth Week Field Trip Details
April 25- Kindergarten will visit Appalachian Glass in Weston for a demonstration and lunch at Lewis County Park.
Departure from HES will be at 8:30 a.m.
We will have a demonstration of glass blowing at Appalachian Glass and then visit Lewis County Park for lunch and outdoor exploration, we will return to HES at 12:30 p.m.
School packed lunches will be provided or students may pack their own lunch. If your child brings a packed lunch, please place it in a disposable bag.
April 26- 3rd - 5th grade will visit Stonewall Jackson State Park and ride the Little Sorrel and end the day with a tour of Stonewall Dam.
Departure from HES will be at 8:45 a.m.
We will ride the Little Sorrel sternwheeler (all students will be required to wear a life jacket provided by the park).
We will have lunch and then visit the WV Wildlife Display.
A tour of the Stonewall Dam has been scheduled for 1:00 p.m.
We will return to school by 2:30 p.m.
We will take school packed lunches or students may pack a lunch. If packing your child's lunch, please pack it in a disposable bag.
April 27- PK will visit Moonreel Dairy Farm in Harrison County.
We will depart HES at 9:30 a.m. and return by 11:00 a.m.
Lunch will be at school.
April 28- 1st and 2nd grade will go to Seneca Rocks and hike with National Foresters.
Departure from HES will be at 8:30 a.m. and travel to Seneca Rocks Visitor Center.
National Foresters will join us for a short hike and a tour of the Visitor Center.
We will have school packed lunches and students may bring a lunch. If packing a lunch for your child, please place it in a disposable bag.
Unfortunately, we will not be able to accommodate parents on these trips. Parents are encouraged to attend our end of the year field trips in May!!!
Update on Absence of Mrs. Phillips
Calls to her extension have been transferred to Mrs. Burnside's extension.
If you need Mrs. Phillips, don't hesitate to email (jlphilli@k12.wv.us) or call / text to 304 613 8928.
Teachers and staff members are willing to assist in any way possible during my absences.
Student Council News
Spirit Week - Week of April 25
Monday - Wear green
Tuesday - Wear a shirt with a favorite character
Wednesday - Wear blue
Thursday - Wear a hat or sunglasses or both
Friday - PJ day
These themes were chosen by the Student Council members to
coincide with our Earth Week activities. Great job, Student Council!
Collection of Items for the Humane Society
They are in need of:
* bleach wipes
* Lysol spray
* Treats (meaty types)
* Collars
* Leashes
* Paper towels
Send items to school by April 26!!
Our students who serve on Student Council did a great job planning these activities!
PTO Meeting
WVGSA
The schedule for our testing is:
May 11 - Reading
May 12 - Math
May 13 - Writing ********NOTE THE DATE CHANGE**********
May 18 - Science - 5th grade only
As you schedule doctor appointments, days off, etc. please avoid these dates as much as possible. All students will need to take the tests and it is much easier for them to take the test with their classmates.
Hodgesville Elementary School