Hawkins Happenings
October 16, 2026
A HUGE thank you to our PTO for sponsoring Tuesday's BMX Assembly. The students had a blast watching the amazing tricks, and the excitement didn't stop there. Some of our students even had the chance to cover Mr. Renner in silly string!
And the fun isn't over yet. We've got some great events coming up, so grab your calendars.
Here's what's coming up:
Brighton Homecoming Parade: TONIGHT, Friday, October 16, at 6:00 p.m. The parade will travel through downtown Brighton, rain or shine. Wear your Brighton gear and come show your Bulldog pride!
PTO Trunk or Treat: Friday, October 23. Get those costumes ready for another great evening with our Hawkins families. Please see the flyer below for more details.
Hawkins Halloween Parade: Friday, October 30, at 9:20 a.m. We're bringing back the Halloween parade! Families are welcome to line the sidewalks around Hawkins and watch our students show off their costumes. As a reminder, costumes should not include blood, gore, or weapons. Inflatable costumes are welcome. Please have your child arrive at school in their costume and ready to go so we can get started on time. If it rains, the parade will be canceled. Be sure to check with your child's teacher about any classroom parties.
Parent-Teacher Conferences: Don't Forget to Sign Up! Conferences are right around the corner. If you haven't already, please sign up for a time to meet with your child's teacher. It's a great opportunity to hear how your child is doing, celebrate their progress, and talk about ways we can support them throughout the year. We look forward to seeing you!
It's been a busy and exciting October, and we're grateful for all the ways our families and PTO help make these experiences possible. Thanks for sharing your wonderful children with us each day. We love having them here as we laugh and learn together!
This student-run coffee shop is operated every Friday by our amazing students with special needs. Designed as a hands-on learning experience, Bulldog Brew gives students the opportunity to build real-life skills such as communication, teamwork, and customer service, all while spreading a little joy through coffee.
Hawkins staff look forward to their weekly Bulldog Brew, served with a smile. It's a great way for our students to practice new skills, build confidence, and be part of something special at Hawkins.
A big thank you to our wonderful parents, Mrs. Lutz and Mrs. Morningstar, for baking delicious cookies and muffins to enjoy with our Bulldog Brew coffee.
Lunchroom Help
We’re looking for some help in the Hawkins lunchroom during lunchtime!
The hours are Monday through Friday from 10:45 a.m.–1:45 p.m. The pay is $15.00/hour, and it just might be the best three hours of your day!
If you’re interested, please contact the Hawkins office at 810-299-3900.
Breakfast at Hawkins
Students who are eating breakfast may be dropped off beginning at 8:40 a.m. and should report directly to the café. Breakfast will be available Monday through Friday from 8:45–9:00 a.m.
School Hours
First Bell: 9:01 a.m.
Students in Class: 9:05 a.m.
Dismissal: 3:57 p.m.
Attendance Line: 810-299-3904
Please remember to call the attendance line as early as possible if your child will be absent.
Lunch Times
The entire lunch period is 45 minutes. Students have about 20 minutes to eat and about 20 minutes outside, with a few minutes in between for transitions.
Our kitchen staff has done a great job getting things running smoothly and reducing wait time.
Early Student Pick-Up
We know appointments come up during the school day, and sometimes an early pick-up is unavoidable. To help us protect classroom learning time, we are asking families to let us know about planned early dismissals as early as possible.
If you know your child will need to leave early for an appointment or another non-emergency reason, please call the office in advance. Our office will prepare a pass and get it to the teacher without interrupting instruction. At the appropriate time, the teacher will give the pass to your child, and your child can report to the office to meet you.
As we get closer to dismissal, things become very busy throughout the building. For that reason, we ask that any planned early pick-ups take place before 3:30 p.m. After 3:30 p.m., we will avoid interrupting classrooms for non-emergency, last-minute dismissal changes and ask that students follow their normal dismissal routine.
This small step helps us avoid calling into classrooms while teachers are in the middle of a lesson and keeps learning moving for everyone. It also helps us get your child ready to go when you arrive—so you can make it to those pesky dentist appointments on time!
Want to help at Hawkins?
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Hawkins Elementary
Address: 8900 Lee Road, Brighton, MI 48116
Website: https://www.brightonk12.com/schools/hawkins
Phone: 810-299-3900
First Bell: 9:01 AM
Second Bell: 9:05 AM (Students start class)
Dismissal: 3:57 PM