Holly Springs Elementary
PRINCIPAL'S UPDATE
March 2021
March Madness Begins!
As you may have heard by now, the U.S. Department of Education did not waive our end of the year assessment (GMAS). We will keep you updated on the schedule for this assessment and what it will look like for our students. Due to COVID restrictions, a limited ASP budget, and the current strain on our teachers and students, we will not offer tutoring this year. We know our staff and students have been working diligently to gain growth despite the many challenges presented. We are confident they have learned not only the academics for their current grade level but also how to show courage in the face of adversity. We appreciate your continued support!
We need volunteers for PTA officers for the 2021-2022 school year. If you are interested in becoming connected to Holly in new and different ways, please submit your name to be a decision maker in our PTA. Please email me at minda.trexler@dcssga.org if you are interested.
Our Black History Month Celebration was a huge success! Our students enjoyed watching various people throughout history who have been role models and success stories. It was also featured in the DCSS Digest on 2/26/2021. Thank you to our Performance Committee and all who participated to make this such an amazing production. If you have not had a chance to watch, please click the link below and enjoy!
Principal Trexler
IMPORTANT DATES!
3.1 - 3.5: READ ACROSS AMERICA WEEK:
- Monday - Funny Socks & Hair : Celebrating books that are funny
- Tuesday - Outfit representing you and your family's diversity: Celebrating books which represent us!
- Wednesday - Dress up as someone who inspires you: Celebrating inspirational books! Ex: A teacher, historical figure, or family member.
- Thursday - Dress up in an outfit related to something you have learned: Celebrating books that teach us about our favorite topics! Ex: space - wear a space shirt.
- Friday - Favorite cozy sweatshirt and socks: Celebrating books we love to curl up with and relax!
3.1.2021: BOE Work Session
3.2.2021: K-5th Science & Engineering Fair Judging
3.4.2021: FTE Count (Important Day for Attendance)
K-5th Science & Engineering Fair Awards
3.10.2021: Grading Period Ends
Student Names due for Reading Celebration
3.15.2021: BOE Board Meeting
3.17.2021: Progress Reports, High Schools
Report Cards, Elementary and Middle Schools
3.25.2021: Freshman Expo at All High Schools (Times Vary)
4.2.2021: Holiday (Except 240 Employees)
4.5- 4.9.2021: Holidays for All
Student Spotlights
Hairianna Guy
Hairianna is a very dependable and hard working student. She has a great sense of humor, is also a good friend to her peers, always reaching out to help others. Intrinsically motivated, Hairianna is such a joy to teach because she wants to take ownership of her education.
Mylah Hampton
Resources for Parents:
School Based Health Clinic Info:
The phone line is set up to take voice mails for the 770-651-2273 number. There is also a google form available to request an appointment. Below is the link or you can go to their website if you need it in the future.
4th Quarter Student Learning Option Survey- Final Opportunity to Switch to Face to Face Instruction
Yearbook Ordering for 20-21. Please click the link below to order.
Go to: https://ybpay.lifetouch.com/
Yearbook ID Code: 14053821
Holly Springs Elementary
Email: minda.trexler@dcssga.org
Website: https://hses.dcssga.org/
Location: 4909 West Chapel Hill Road, Douglasville, GA, USA
Phone: 770-651-4001
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HollySpringsEle