The Eagle's Call π¦
Friday, November 19th, 2021
From Principal Tim Huber
Spirit Week Recap π
Whether enjoying a day of school in pajamas or dressed as their favorite superhero, our Eagles brought the energy and excitement each day of Spirit Week! This week also offered our children additional opportunities to browse and purchase books at the book fair. The book fair is one of my favorite school events and I love the way our students light up when they see the exciting book displays. Thank you to all of our volunteers for helping out this week!
Check out some of the pictures from this week below and stay tuned to the Facebook page for more!
Thank you for your continued support of your children and our school. Together, we will help our children SOAR to reach their greatest potential!
Email: thuber@wcpss.net
Website: https://www.wcpss.net/harriscreekes
Location: Harris Creek Elementary School, Forestville Road, Raleigh, NC, USA
Phone: 919.217.5100
Facebook: facebook.com/HarrisCreekPta
Twitter: @MrTimothyHuber
Restorative Practices Circles Awareness Opportunities
PTA Updates π€
- [NEW] PTA Angel Fund: Please consider a donation to fund field trips for other Eagles! Click the link to donate: all donations go towards funding individual students for future field trips
- The PTA is now selling virtual coupon "entertainment books"! Books are $25 and good for 12 months from the date of purchase. Books include coupons which can be used nationwide! The school receives 50% from each sale which will go towards the end of year 5th grade celebration. Link to purchase
- Check out the new School Spirit Wear Online Store!
- Help Stock The Teacher's Lounge! π
- Join the PTA online
- Follow the Harris Creek Elementary PTA Facebook page
Spirit Wear Flash Sale! π₯
Transportation Information ππ
[NEW] Although all of our buses are operating on their normal schedules, we have been experiencing a higher than usual volume of cars in carpool. In the morning, this makes it critical for all families to arrive as close to 8:45am as possible. With the recent high volume of cars arriving at 9:10 or later, many students have been entering the building after 9:15 when the morning bell rings. Thank you for your support with getting our Eagles to class on time each day!
Please use the Here Comes the Bus app (App Store or Google Play Store) to monitor the location of your studentβs bus and when it is approaching his/her stop. To sign up: https://herecomesthebus.com/parents/get-started/ . The WCPSS school code for school bus tracking is 67500. You will need to use your child's student ID number as well.
You can also follow @HCESBuses on Twitter to confirm when your child's bus leaves campus each afternoon.
WCPSS Volunteer Registration
Health and Wellness Reminders β₯
COVID-19 VACCINE: Vaccines are now available for children ages 5+. Wake County Public Health encourages parents to protect their children aged 5-17 with the COVID-19 vaccine β it's safe, effective, and available at no cost. Read more about the vaccine for kids: Pfizer-BioNTech (ages 5+). Wake County Public Health is offering special kids-only vaccine days. Families can go to WakeGov.com/kids to sign up. Pediatrician offices, pharmacies and children's hospitals are also providing vaccine appointments for children in Wake County. Visit https://covid19.ncdhhs.gov/vaccines/kids to find a vaccine near you.
NOTIFICATION REMINDER: If your child or a household member receives a positive COVID test or if they are exposed to someone with COVID, please notify your childβs teacher and an administrator right away. An administrator will reach out to assist with next steps. View wcpss.net/WhenToReturn for requirements to return after a COVID-19 diagnosis, exposure, or symptoms.
TYPES OF APPROVED FACE COVERINGS: The link to guidance on approved types of face coverings can be found here. Mask compliance (over the nose, covering mouth, under the chin) is important. You can continue to help by ensuring your childβs mask is as comfortable as possible, while meeting the criteria for an approved face covering.
Thank you for doing your part to keep our kids in school!
We're Hiring! π«
Current Vacancies
- 1st grade Instructional Assistant, Track 3
- Special Education (ECS2) Instructional Assistant, Track 4
- Special Education (ECS1) Instructional Assistant, Track 4
Future Vacancies
- Kindergarten Instructional Assistant, Track 3, available 12/6/2021 (NEW)
- Kindergarten Instructional Assistant, Track 3, available 1/1/2022
How to Easily Set Your WCPSS Communication Preferences
We recognize that you may be receiving a large volume of communication and we want to make sure you always see the information you need the most!
Set your SchoolMessenger message preferences by creating a SchoolMessenger Parent account. With this account you can select what information you receive and how you would like to receive it. You can create your account by downloading the SchoolMessenger app on your mobile device or go to https://go.schoolmessenger.com/.
Notes:
- Use the email address entered for your student in PowerSchool to sign up.
- Most messages from Mr. Huber and WCPSS are sent as email and text using the General School Info broadcast.
- To receive text messages, text YES to 67587.
- For more information and instructions on how to create an account, visit: https://www.wcpss.net/schoolmessenger.
Upcoming Dates to Remember π
- Nov 24-26: Thanksgiving break (no school for students)
- Dec 6: Track 1 students track out begins, Track 2 students track in
- Dec 23-Jan 2: Winter break (no school for students)
Harris Creek Elementary School π¦
Website: https://www.wcpss.net/harriscreekes
Location: Harris Creek Elementary School, Forestville Road, Raleigh, NC, USA
Phone: 919-217-5100
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HarrisCreekPta
Twitter: @harriscreeekelem