Heart of the Hurricane
October 1-30, 2026
To help your child start each day successfully, please be mindful of our school schedule. The first bell rings at 7:40 a.m., and instruction begins promptly at 7:45 a.m. Students are dismissed at 3:00 p.m., and Early Release dismissal is at 11:35 a.m. We kindly ask that all students be picked up promptly at dismissal unless they are participating in a school-sponsored activity such as athletics, the after-school program, or Open Gym.
THE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL SIDE OF THE SCHOOL OPENS AT 7:20. WE ASK THAT YOU DO NOT DROP OFF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL STUDENTS BEFORE 7:20.
For the safety and security of all students, those who are not participating in a supervised school activity may not remain on campus after dismissal. Thank you for helping us maintain a safe and orderly environment for all of our Hurricanes!
The safety of our scholars is our highest priority, and we need the cooperation of every family to ensure a safe and orderly morning drop-off and afternoon pick-up process.
Double parking, forming double lines, and dropping students off from a second lane are strictly prohibited. These actions force children to walk between vehicles and through moving traffic, creating serious and unnecessary safety risks.
We understand that mornings and afternoons can be busy. However, convenience must never come at the expense of student safety. All drivers are expected to follow designated traffic patterns, remain in the appropriate lanes, and demonstrate patience and courtesy toward other families and staff members directing traffic.
Please remember that traffic procedures are in place to protect ALL students. We ask every family to do their part by following these expectations consistently, even when traffic is heavy or delays occur.
Thank you for your cooperation, understanding, and commitment to keeping our Hurricanes safe. Student safety is everyone's responsibility, and we must work together to ensure it remains our top priority.
📚A HUGE thank you to all of our amazing students, parents, families, and staff who helped make our Book Fair such an incredible success! ❤️
It was wonderful to see so much excitement throughout the week as our students explored new books, found new favorites, and shared their love of reading. Seeing their smiling faces and enthusiasm made this Book Fair extra special!
Your support and participation truly made this event a success, and we are so grateful to everyone who stopped by, made a purchase, or helped spread the word.
We couldn’t have done it without our amazing school community! 🌟
Thank you again for supporting our library and encouraging a love of reading in our students. We had such a fantastic Book Fair and are already looking forward to doing it all again soon!
📖❤️ Until the next Book Fair… happy reading!
Hartley PK-8 is pleased to offer Open Gym for our middle school students (Grades 6–8) before and after school. Open Gym is designed to encourage physical activity, healthy habits, positive social interactions, teamwork, and overall student well-being in a safe, supervised environment. We encourage students to take advantage of this opportunity to be active, build friendships, and develop healthy lifestyles.
Morning Open Gym - 7:00 a.m. – 7:40 a.m.
- Monday through Friday
- 6th, 7th, and 8th grade ONLY
- Students must report to their 1st period class by 7:45 a.m.
Afternoon Open Gym
- Monday through Friday
- 3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Middle school students who have elementary-aged siblings may bring them to afternoon Open Gym, provided they remain together at all times. Parents and guardians are asked to pick up students no later than 4:30 p.m. Students may not remain on campus after Open Gym ends unless they are participating in another supervised school activity.
For the safety of all students, Open Gym is a supervised activity, not a reason to roam the campus after school. Students must sign in each day upon arrival and remain in the designated Open Gym area until they are picked up. Students may not leave the gym or supervised area, roam the campus, or leave campus and return. Any student who signs in and then leaves the supervised area or campus for reasons other than to be picked up, will lose Open Gym privileges.
Please remember that Open Gym is a privilege. Students are expected to follow the EPISD Student Code of Conduct and all Hartley PK-8 expectations while participating. Students who engage in inappropriate behavior, fail to follow directions, misuse the program, or violate school rules may lose the privilege of participating in Open Gym.
If your family requires supervision beyond 4:30 p.m., please contact the Hartley PK-8 front office for information about nearby childcare providers that offer transportation to and from our campus.
Our goal is to provide students with a fun, active, and structured environment that promotes healthy lifestyles, positive relationships, good sportsmanship, and responsible decision-making while maintaining a safe campus for everyone. Thank you for partnering with us to support the success and well-being of every Hurricane!
Important Update: One School, One Front Office! 💜💛
Hurricane Families, we are just nine weeks away from transitioning to one unified front office! Beginning in January 2027, the Administration Building (middle school side) will serve as the only front office for all Hartley PK–8 families and visitors.
As we prepare for this transition, we strongly encourage all families to begin using the Administration Building front office now for all school business, including student late check-in and early check-out, attendance matters, enrollment, meetings, and general assistance.
Important: Elementary morning drop-off and afternoon pick-up procedures will NOT change! Families will continue to use the designated elementary drop-off and pick-up areas as usual. Only front office services are being consolidated.
Our goal is to provide more efficient, consistent, and centralized services while maintaining a safe and welcoming environment for all our families.
Thank you for your patience and cooperation as we make this important transition. We appreciate your partnership as we continue building One School. All Scholars. Every Opportunity.
