Hembree Highlights

Greetings Hembree Families!

I hope you’ve had a wonderful week. Spring fever has definitely arrived for our students, and their excitement is at an all-time high. Please help us by reminding your children to continue practicing safe, respectful, and responsible behaviors each day. Your partnership makes a meaningful difference.

Tonight is the big night for our annual Dance and Silent Auction, taking place from 6:00–7:30 PM in the cafeteria. This event is the PTA’s largest fundraiser of the year, and we are incredibly grateful for the support it provides to our school community. If you are able, please join us for an evening of fun and connection. If you cannot attend in person, the silent auction is also available online so everyone can participate. I look forward to seeing many of you tonight!

The last day of school this year has been changed from Thursday, May 21st to Wednesday, May 20th. Please make note of this.

Attention 3rd, 4th, and 5th Grade Parents,

Please join Ms. Erskine-Wilson and me on Tuesday, March 3rd at 5:30 PM for an informative virtual meeting on Microsoft Teams about the upcoming Georgia Milestones Assessment.

During this session, we will:

• Share important testing information and expectations
• Provide helpful resources to support your child at home
• Answer any questions you may have about the assessment process

The Teams meeting link will be sent to all families with children in 3rd, 4th, or 5th grade on Monday, March 2nd. It is also available below.

We look forward to connecting with you and partnering together to support our students’ success!

A quick reminder that the deadline to purchase a yearbook is March 20th. This date will be here before we know it. We do not order extra copies, so please be sure to purchase yours before the deadline. Thank you for your understanding.

Wishing you a wonderful weekend! The weather is supposed to be beautiful!

Warm Regards,

Nancy Lahey

We are thrilled to share some exciting news! Over the next couple of weeks, our 3rd-5th grade students will be receiving brand new Chromebooks to support learning in the classroom.

Chromebook Distribution

These devices are designed to be student‑n friendly and reliable, helping students quickly access digital learning tools with ease. Chromebooks start up in seconds, have long‑lasting batteries, and include built‑in security features managed by the school district.

Students will simply log in using their district credentials and be ready to learn right away.

Important for Elementary Families

For our Grades 3-5 students, Chromebooks will remain at school and be stored in the classroom. This helps reduce the risk of damage, loss, or theft while still allowing students to benefit from daily access to technology for learning.

Each Chromebook comes with:

• A protective case

• An identification label

• A charging cord

All equipment remains the property of the school district and must be returned in good condition. Please note that students may not write on or place stickers on the Chromebook or case.

Learning Tools & Safety

Students will be able to use web‑based learning platforms and access Microsoft 365 apps (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) through ClassLink. All student work is saved securely in the cloud using OneDrive.

District internet safety filters remain in place to block inappropriate content, helping ensure a safe online learning environment.

Optional Device Protection Plan Still Available

Families may still choose to purchase the optional Device Protection Plan for the remainder of the school year. While optional, this plan is strongly recommended.

• Cost: $20 for the rest of the school year, plus applicable deductibles if damage occurs.

• Without coverage, families are responsible for the full cost of repairs, which typically range from $30-$270, with total loss fees up to $450, depending on the device.

How to Purchase the Protection Plan:

• Call the Technology Support Center at 470‑254‑HELP, or

• Submit a request using the district's submit a technology support ticket.

We are excited to place these new learning tools into our students' hands and appreciate your partnership in helping them be successful and responsible users of technology. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out.

2/27 Family Dance & Silent Auction @ 6:00-7:30pm

3/2-3/6 Exceptional Children's Week

3/3 GA Milestones Workshop @ 5:30pm on TEAMS

3/16 Teacher Work Day- No School for Students

3/17 FY27 Parent Title I Input @ 7:40-8:40am in the Media Center and 5:15-6:15pm on TEAMS

3/24 1st grade field trip to Zoo Atlanta

Our Together We Soar Silent Auction is officially OPEN and ready for your bids! 🎉✨ Start browsing (and bidding 👀) right here:

👉 http://app.givebacks.gives/togetherwesoar2026

The auction runs now through 5:00 p.m. on March 8, so don’t sleep on your favorites! We’ve got something for everyone, including:

🎁 Incredible themed baskets

🍽️ Restaurant gift cards

⛳ Golf foursomes

🧖‍♀️ Facials + self-care treats

🏕️ Kids activities & camps

🎭 Entertainment experiences

🎟️ VIP tickets to upcoming Hembree performances (including 5th grade promotion!)

👩‍🏫 Exclusive teacher & staff experiences you definitely don’t want to miss

Every bid supports PTA programs like teacher grants, afterschool clubs, field trips, STEM & Star Nights, class parties, our Giving Closet, and keeping events free for families.

Go check it out, share the link, and let the friendly bidding wars begin 🔥💫

The 2026–2027 school year marks 25 years of Hembree Springs Elementary, and the PTA is excited to begin planning a celebration worthy of this milestone!

We are forming a 25th Anniversary Committee and invite parents, staff, alumni, and community members to join us in creating something truly special for next year.

The committee will be led by PTA President Janet Pelletier and VP of Communications Alison Pottlitzer, and we will meet a few times this spring to brainstorm ideas and begin planning the festivities.

If you’d like to be part of honoring 25 years of excellence, community, and Hawk pride, we’d love to have you involved!

📧 Email hembreepta@gmail.com to join the planning team and help us celebrate this momentous occasion.

Let’s make the 25th unforgettable! 🦅✨

Hear ye, hear ye! The quest for National School Breakfast Week 2026 begins! FCS will celebrate March 2-6, 2026. National School Breakfast Week (NSBW) celebrates the importance of a nutritious school breakfast in fueling students for success. NSBW, at its core, is about promoting nutritious breakfast menu items in an engaging way for students. Students will be encouraged to show their enthusiasm for school breakfast as the district celebrates with Breakfast for Lunch, limited-time-only breakfast specials, a Lucky Tray Day, social media giveaways, and special Celebrity Servers serving up nutritious & delicious breakfast.

Help us celebrate Exceptional Children’s Week March 2-6!

Theme: “Happily Ever After Begins With Me”

Focus: Every student is the hero of their own story.

✨ Monday — “Happily Ever After Begins with Me Day”

Optional Homework: Magic Mirror Compliments

👑 Tuesday — “Royalty & Respect Day”

Optional Homework: Role‑Play Royal Manners

✨ Wednesday — “Happily Ever After Celebration”

Dress Up Day! Dress up as your best self; wear crowns, gold, sparkles, etc.

🐉 Thursday— “Magical Creatures Day”

Optional Homework: Design/Write About Your Own Magical Creature

🛡️Friday — “Legends & Heroes Day”

Optional Homework: Community Hero Thank-You Cards

Make cards for firefighters, nurses, custodians, cafeteria staff, etc.

🏠All Week Long - Read/Watch Happily Ever After Stories

Read/watch favorite fairytales at home!

¡Ayúdanos a celebrar la Semana de los Niños Excepcionales

del 2 al 6 de marzo!

Tema: “Mi Felices en la vida Comienza Conmigo”

Enfoque: Cada estudiante es el héroe de su propia historia.

✨ Lunes — “Mi Felices en la vida Comienza Conmigo”

Tarea opcional: Elogios del Espejo Mágico

👑 Martes — “Día de Realeza y Respeto”

Tarea opcional: Juego de Roi — Modales Reales

✨ Miércoles — “Celebración de Felices Para Siempre”

¡Día de Disfraces! Vístete como tu mejor versión; usa coronas, dorado, brillo, etc.

🐉 Jueves — “Día de Criaturas Mágicas”

Tarea opcional: Diseña/Escribe sobre tu Propia Criatura Mágica

🛡️ Viernes — “Día de Leyendas y Héroes”

Tarea opcional: Tarjetas de Agradecimiento para Héroes de la Comunidad

Haz tarjetas para bomberos, enfermeros, conserjes, personal de la cafetería, etc.

🏠 Durante Toda la Semana — Leer/Ver Historias de Felices Para Siempre

¡Lee o mira tus cuentos de hadas favoritos en casa!

The month of February is Heart Month. The students will be participating in an event called “Kids Heart Challenge” formally known as “Jump Rope for Heart”. Students in all grades will be jumping rope, both short and long ropes, double dutch, and performing tricks with the ropes. If you or your family would like to donate to The American Heart Association, fill out the form and send in cash, check, or donate ONLINE by March 6th.

Online donations can be made at:

https://www2.heart.org/site/TR?pg=company&fr_id=4819&company_id=240622

Donations are optional but all students will have the opportunity to jump rope.

Thank you for your support of the PE program and The American Heart Association!

As part of our commitment to student well-being, we will continue the implementation of our school safety program, Think First and Stay Safe. Information regarding the program is attached, along with instructions on how to opt out if you choose to not have your student(s) participate.

The application window for the 2026-2027 Pre-Kindergarten Lottery opened on January 12th and will close at 11:59 pm on March 3rd . Individual school lotteries will be conducted March 23 – March 25 and schools will notify parents of results by the end of the day on March 27th. Please refer to the 2026-2027 Pre-K Lottery Registration timeline for an overview of the lottery and registration process.

RISE UP! is a free after school character development program for elementary aged children held in local public schools with the purpose of teaching students how to apply relevant Biblical truths for their everyday lives. RISE UP! provides a creative, fun, and memorable environment for kids to hear about God’s amazing love for them. RISE UP! is a non-school, non-pta, non-foundation sponsored club and operates as a non-profit 501(c)3 organization.”

https://riseup4christ.com/registration/#reg-form

Have you heard your child mention anything about an app called Beanstack? It was introduced in the Media Center. Beanstack is a digital reading log that students can use to log the number of minutes they are reading. They can earn badges and rewards along the way. If your child is reading at school, home, daycare, etc. they can log their minutes and help us get closer to our goal. The following is a video explaining how to use Beanstack from home. You can always find your child's lunch number/student number in infinite campus or email Mrs. Soberanis: soberanis@fultonschools.org. Happy Reading!

How To Video: https://go.screenpal.com/watch/cZQTbzVSAkv

Each week the PE department will choose 4 All Star Athletes (2 students & 2 staff members). If your student enjoys hiking, swimming, baseball, softball, football, biking, etc. Please email a picture to marzetti@fultonschools.org.

Thanks,

Ms. Marzetti

We welcome lunch visitors, Monday-Thursday only. Please check in at the front desk before proceeding to the cafeteria.

Website: https://www.fultonschools.org/hembreespringses
Location: 815 Hembree Road, Roswell, GA, USA
Phone: 470-254-2902