Hawk Talk Newsletter
April 19th, 2024 - Issue 35
Last Round of STAAR Next Week!
Note From The Principal!
Clubs & Tutorials Will Be Cancelled from April 16th - April 23rd, 2024
Bus Parents: Remind Your Children To Always Wear Their Seat Belts On The Bus!
Prom Committee Needs Your Help!
PTO/Prom Car Wash Postpone Due to Thunderstorms Predicted for April 20th, 2024!
Incoming 5th Grade Math Opportunity with the Harmony Math Academy Program
Dear 4th Grade Parents,
We are excited to announce that a new initiative, Harmony Mathematics Academy (HMA), is coming to Harmony School of Endeavor- Austin next year for the students in the Gifted and Talented program and High achievers among rising 5th graders. This opportunity is intended to challenge our students through content acceleration and advancement, especially in Mathematics. We are planning to extend the program all the way up to 12th grade over the years.
The HMA program is for students who would like to excel in Mathematics at a fast pace. In order to ensure the success in this challenging program students will be selected based on their skills and achievements in Mathematics. Student selection criteria will include NWEA MAP scores, STAAR performance, teacher recommendation, and student interest. Students selected to participate in the program will be placed in one section as a cohort for an advanced curriculum beyond the grade level expectations.
If you are interested in this program please read through both attachments below and return them to the school as soon as possible. There will also be an informational session on Thursday: April 25th at 5 PM. Please see the information below.
Harmony Math Program- 4th Grade Parent Info Section
Thursday, April 25 · 5:00 – 5:30pm
Time zone: America/Chicago
Google Meet joining info
Video call link: https://meet.google.com/dwr-umxr-prq
Or dial: (US) +1 386-866-0973 PIN: 415 100 478#
8th Grade Parent Letter for 8th Grade Promotion Ceremony
Dear 8th-grade parents,
As we begin to prepare to send our 8th graders off to high school, we need some help from you!
We are in need of donations to help purchase a cake, some light snacks for the students, and maybe a small gift to congratulate them on their big move up to high school!
We have made it super easy for you to give:
Revtrak Donations for 8th grade Graduation
Choose ANY dollar amount, even $1 will help!
Additionally, we would love to create a picture wall of Harmony students over the years! If you have any pictures of your 8th-grade student at any of our wonderful Harmony events over the years (or just this year), please email them to directly to Ms. Witt by May 10th to allow us time to print and assemble the photo collage/wall in time for the ceremony on May 16th. (awitt@harmonytx.org )
Thank you in advance for helping us make graduation a successful event for our students!
2024-2025: Middle School Robotics Announcement
TSI Testing Opportunity from the Dept. Of College & Career!
Elementary Spring Concert Announced!
NHS Fundraiser for Austin Animal Center - All April Long!
Elite Learning Summer Camp Opportunity!
Important Parent ID Reminder!
The Difference Between Conflict & Bullying!
Do Your Best To Arrive Early Throughout the School Week!
Harmony Parent Referral Rewards!
Parent Academy Corner
Bring Your Own Device Is NOT Allowed on the Endeavor Campus Except For Seniors
High School Grades:
Chromebooks in 9th through 11th grade have been issued to all our High Schoolers that have turned in their Chromebook form for some time know.
9th - 11th Grade students that have not been issued a school Chromebook for whatever reason can fill out the attached Chromebook Agreement form and turn it in to Mr. Suzek or Mr. Akpinar.
Please Note: Only SENIOR (12th Grade) HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS ARE ALLOWED TO BRING THEIR OWN DEVICE (Computer) TO SCHOOL.
However, if a 12th Grader does NOT have the permission of their teacher for in-classroom use, the student must adhere to their teacher's expectation.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding this item, please contact Mr. Yayla & Mr. Akpinar at the following emails.
Mr. Yayla - mailto:tyayla@harmonytx.org
Mr. Akpinar - mailto:hakpinar@harmonytx.org
Friday Schedule for April 2024
April 5th - A Day
April 12th - B Day
April 19th - A Day
April 26th - B Day
Drop-Off & Dismissal Notification
Dear Hawk Families,
Now that the school year is in full effect, please keep in mind the following:
1) It is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED that when leaving through the back of the school that ALL VEHICLES TURN RIGHT ON LAKE CREEK. This is a safety concern for parents, students, and all passers-by. Turning left on to Lake Creek is very difficult during dismissal hours. It slows down the traffic flow in the school, and it can be dangerous given the volume of traffic on Lake Creek at that time. We HIGHLY RECOMMEND ALL VEHICLES exiting our campus to turn right and turn around at the Walmart parking lot, or turn left onto 620 and turn south on 183 if you need to head south. Those two options are safer for you while driving, and will help the school greatly.
• DROP OFF AND PICK UP ZONES AND PROCESS HAVE NOT CHANGED
FROM LAST SCHOOL YEAR.
Zone 1 (Elementary Wing)
Morning PK- Kinder Drop Off 7am to 7:40am
Afternoon Elementary Pick Up 3:15 pm to 3:45pm
(At 3:45 Zone 1 Will Close and all students will be moved to Zone 2 for Pick-Up.)
Friday Pickup 1:10 pm to 1:40 pm
(At 1:40 Zone 1 Will Close and all students will be moved to Zone 2 for Pick-Up.)
Zone 2 (Cafeteria Side)
Morning 1st to 12 Grade Drop Off 7am to 7:40am
Afternoon Secondary and Siblings Pick Up 3:15 pm to 3:45pm
Friday Pickup 1:10 pm to 1:40 pm
April 2024 - Breakfast & Lunch Menus Are Here!
Please note:
Yum Yum Yum! Look what is coming for Breakfast & Lunch in March!
Please note:
Breakfast menus are after the lunch menus. Please make sure to scroll down to see the Breakfast Menu this month.
Elementary will have different lunch items than Middle School & High School students.
Middle & High School students will have the same lunch items.
Halal Lunch Options For The Week:
- Monday - Halal Certified Beef Meatballs
- Tuesday - Halal Certified Chicken Nuggets
- Wednesday - Halal Certified Breaded Chicken Tenders
- Thursday - Halal Certified Beef Meatballs
- Friday - Halal Certified Chicken Drumstick
Please contact Mr. Rivera at matthew.rivera@harmonytx.org for further details.
The HAWKS Promise: Our School Motto!
Harmony School of Endeavor-Austin Leadership Team
Please send an email request for an appointment first before coming to campus. We appreciate your understanding.
Campus Leadership Team
Toraman Yayla, Principal tyayla@harmonytx.org
Ruben Mutt Ortiz, Dean of Student Culture (PK-12) rortiz@harmonytx.org
Ayse Tunc, Dean of Academics (PK-6) atunc@harmonytx.org
Hakan Akpinar, Dean of College & Career/Dean of Academics (7-12) hakpinar@harmonytx.org
Heather Olivo, Campus Seminar Advisor, holivo@harmonytx.org
Mualla Ozguven, High School Counselor, mozguven@harmonytx.org
Robert Garza, Testing/Federal Programs/Instructional Materials/Engagement Coordinator rogarza@harmonytx.org
Paige Rivera, ESL/GT & STEAM Coordinator Paige.Rivera@harmonytx.org
Candice George, Business Operations Manager cgeorge@harmonytx.org
Rola Qasem, Attendance Specialist rola.qasem@harmonytx.org
Matthew Rivera, Child Nutrition Assistant matthew.rivera@harmonytx.org
Amanda Robles, Student Recruitment & Retention Specialist amanda.robles@harmonytx.org
Supriya Dudhal, Medical Assistant, sdudhal@harmonytx.org