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Hornet Happenings
Week of October 28th
Hello Hornet Nation! This week’s newsletter is a focus on our upcoming Veteran’s Day celebration on Friday, November 8th. This year will look a bit different from last year.
We Love our Military Family Members Parade
We invite all family members who have served in our armed forces to participate in the: “If you would like to be honored by walking through the hallways of Halley Elementary wearing your uniform or attire which represents your branch of the military, please arrive at Halley by 9:30 to participate. Our Halley students will be cheering you on as you walk past their classrooms!
Military Photos Showcase
Please submit the photo of a loved one who is currently serving or has served in a branch of the military by using this link below. A slideshow will be shared during our Halley Morning News Program to our students, the community Newsletter: Hornet Happenings, and our Halley School Website.
Use this link to submit your photo by November 6th.
All About You: Military Classroom Panel Discussion
Would you like to share why you joined the military and your experiences with your child’s classroom? If so, please sign up to attend the All About You Military Classroom Panel Discussion. Due to time constraints, we will not be able to host all families who sign up to participate in the discussion panel. It is on a first come, first serve basis. Please use the link below to sign up for a slot with your child’s teacher.
5th & 6th Grade: 1:00-1:30
3rd & 4th Grade: 2:00-2:30
Kindergarten, 1st, & 2nd: 3:00-3:30
All About You!: Military Discussion Panel Sign-Up Form
 Parents and caregivers are invited to join their student(s) for a traditional Thanksgiving lunch right here at school on November 8th. Please enter Door 1 and have your ID ready. We will get you singed in and off to eat lunch with your student.
If you would like to purchase Thanksgiving lunch, please make sure you have sufficient funds in your student’s MySchoolBucks account.
The student price for lunch is $3.25 and the adult price is $4.75.
If you need to create a MySchoolBucks account, please see the instructions below:
*Go to www.MySchoolBucks.com or, to the MySchoolBucks link located on the Laurel Ridge homepage to establish an account.
*Add your students using the name of the school they are attending, and either their student ID or birthdate.
*You will receive a confirmation email that your account has been established.
Paula Johnson-Tyler: Principal
Dee Hubbard: Assistant Principal Kayleigh Merritt: Assistant Principal
Celebrate the Educators Who Inspire Your Child!
Is there a teacher or staff member at Halley who has gone above and beyond to support your child's learning and growth? Now's your opportunity to show your appreciation. We're accepting nominations for Outstanding Employee until October 31st. Nominate teachers and staff using this Google Form, https://forms.gle/akaitUJsQJ1zvGAT9 . You can submit a nomination for each category, you will just need to submit a new form for each nomination .
Whether it's a teacher who has fostered a love of learning, a school counselor who has provided invaluable guidance, or a support staff member who has always gone the extra mile, we want to hear about them.
Not sure which category would be the best fit? Don't hesitate to reach out to Nicole Kendall, Carol Poblete, or Jennifer Buchko for assistance. Let's come together to celebrate the incredible individuals who make our school community a special place
📖Book Character Day is Thursday, October 31st
Students can celebrate the end of the first quarter by dressing up as thier favorite book character. Please follow the guidlines listed below so we can all be safe and have fun!
Guidelines:
-costumes must be school appropriate
-no inflatable costumes
-masks may not be worn
-shoes are required
🎤 Our Schools, Our Future: Register Today for a Community Conversation!
Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid will host a series of Community Conversations this fall. She invites you to share your thoughts and ask questions. Click the dates below to register for any of the following conversations: Wednesday, October 30, at Herndon Middle School.
Events take place from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Childcare and language interpretation services will be provided.
Election Day Bake Sale:
We need your help to make our November 5th Election Day Bake Sale at Halley Elementary school a success! This fundraiser will support lower-cost field trips and the 6th-grade promotion celebration. Check out the volunteer page here.
Donate baked goods: Bake or buy individually wrapped items to sell by donation.
Help sell: We need parent and responsible student volunteers to assist at the bake sale table during different time slots throughout Election Day.
Can't volunteer? No worries! You can still contribute by making a donation. We’re already accepting donations , here !
Your participation, big or small, will make a huge difference! Let’s make this a great event for our school community!
Thank you to everyone that joined the PTO during the membership drive! We had an amazing turn out and appreciate all who signed up. Teachers received gift cards representing your donations last week.
Congratulations to Ms.Lias for winning the bonus gift card for most PTO sign ups! Click here if you would like to sign up for PTO membership.
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