The Howler
Harrington Elementary - Summer Edition 2016
Welcome Back!
We are very excited to introduce you to our new Howler layout! This fun and informative version will keep you informed with everything happening at Harrington! The Howler will be sent via e-mail every other Thursday. We hope you have had a fantastic summer and look forward to seeing everyone soon!
PawPass "Fast Pass" Pick Up
Monday, August 15 -OR- Tuesday, August 16
7:30-9:30 am & 4:00-6:00 pm
What is a Paw Pass??
A Paw Pass or “Fast Pass” ticket allows you to skip the student records line in the cafeteria on the night of the Harrington Hello. You can stop by and pick up a Paw Pass on the above dates at Harrington in the front lobby after you have updated your PISD student information online at https://parentviewer.pisd.edu/Login.aspx
Your PISD student information MUST be filled out before August 12 to be able to pick up your Paw Pass!
Harrington Hello & Meet the Teacher
Thursday, August 18 from 4:30 to 6:30 pm.
Enter through the doors facing Country Place. If you do not have a “Fast Pass,” you will need to verify in the Cafeteria that your student information was received. Only then can you proceed to meet your child's teacher. Class rosters will be posted in each grade level hallway, and you may visit with your child's teacher. The PTA will have tables set up to display and sell spirit wear, school supplies, after school programs and PTA memberships.
Husky Pup Playdate
August 13 at 9:30 am - Harrington Playground
This is the last chance for incoming Kindergarteners and their families to meet on the playground for fun and socializing! Click to learn more: https://harringtonpta.membershiptoolkit.com/huskypups
First Day of School
August 22 at 7:45 am
Be prepared for traffic. We recommend arriving no later than 7:30 pm. Please be patient. Roof construction is still in progress and roofing materials are stored in our parking lot.
Curriculum Night
August 25th from 6pm - 7pm
This is an informative meeting for parents only. Please try to make child care arrangements. There will be two 30 minutes sessions available, so if you have multiple children at Harrington you will be able to attend both sessions.
Session 1 - 6:00 - 6:30 pm
Session 2 - 6:30 - 7:00 pm
5TH GRADE PARENTS: CAMP ORIENTATION TONIGHT & PARENTS MUST ATTEND 7-8 PM. A Notary will be present for camp forms.
The PTA will also be available for questions and spirit wear will be on display.
Spirit Wear
Show your school pride and wear a Harrington Elementary spirit shirt!
Login to your account to view and purchase the great new designs and items for this year's Husky Spirit Wear! Orders received before August 16 can be picked up at the Harrington Hello on August 18. www.harringtonpta.net
Join Harrington PTA!
Being a part of the Harrington PTA can be very rewarding! You’re involved, you’re making a difference, and you’re supporting your child’s school!
Volunteers Needed
Renew Your Volunteer Status.
Starting July 1, you need to renew your yearly PISD volunteer background check isd.edu/parents/PTA.volunteers This volunteer application must be done every year if you want to help on Field Trips, Class Parties and Field Day!
Health Corner
Letter to Parents from the Plano District Health:
pisd.edu/parents/health/documents/Parent-Health_Services-Welcome_Letter_2016_001.pdf
Please click on the link above regarding information on school health topics.
Helpful Links
pisd.edu/parents/paypams/index.shtml
The District offers an online payment system for School Lunches, Fare Busing, Early Childhood Tuition, Adventure Camp, and Off-Campus PE payments. PayPAMS is the preferred method of payment by parents.
PASAR
Harrington PTA
Website: harringtonpta.net
Location: 1540 Baffin Bay Drive, Plano, TX
Phone: (469) 752-1500
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HarringtonPTA
Twitter: @harrington_pta