The Stinging News
November 7, 2025
Hornung Elementary
Jack Yates - Principal
Email: yatesj@brightonk12.com
Website: https://www.brightonk12.com/Domain/179
Address: 4680 Bauer, Brighton, MI 48116
Phone: 810-299-4451
๐ PTO Buzz ๐
๐ November Happenings
11/14: PTO Meeting - 9:00 am
11/17-11/21: Bountiful Harvest Food Dr
11/20: Popcorn Day ๐ฟ
11/26-11/28: No School
๐ฅซ Bountiful Harvest Food Drive! November 17โ21
Join us in spreading kindness this season! Weโre collecting shelf-stable food items and monetary donations to support families in need right here in our community.
Check out the image in the Stinging News for a list of our most-needed items.๐ Monetary donations are welcome via Venmo (@HornungPTO), cash, or checks made payable to Hornung PTO.Stay Organized with Our PTO Calendar
Add Hornung PTOโs Google Calendar so you never miss an event!
Calendar ID: HornungPTO@gmail.com
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๐ Your Hornung PTO
Co-Presidents: Lauren Argillander & Andrea Shorkey
Co-Vice Presidents: Erin Bradley & Mirullia Morneault
Co-Secretaries: Mary Beth Harris & Rachel Loch
Treasurer: Michele Mannooch
Bountiful Harvest Food Drive!
Weโre collecting food and monetary donations for our yearly Bountiful Harvest food drive to support local families in need.
๐ฅซOur School Goal: Collect 400 food items
๐ฆWays to give:
Donate non perishable food items
- Send a monetary donation through:
Send in an envelope or sandwich bag labeled โHornung PTOโ
Checks: Payable to Hornung PTO
๐ Collection dates: November 17-November 21
Just in case clothes JK-4th Grade
Parents please pack an extra set of weather appropriate clothes in your child's backpack each day. Bathroom accidents, spills, mud puddles or unexpected messes can happen, and having a spare outfit will help keep your child comfortable throughout the day. This way, we can take care of any changes at school, and you won't have to make a trip to bring them. Thank you for your support!
Reporting Absences in Parent Connect
Parent Connect has a quick and easy way to report your child's absence.
- Log into Parent Connect
- If you have more than one child, select the student who will be absent.
- Click Report Absence on the top right corner.
- Enter the date(s) of the absence.
- If your child will be gone all day, check the All Day box so it applies to both morning and afternoon. Or, if your child will only miss part of the day, enter the specific times.
- Finally select a Reason and make sure to include in the Notes why your child will be absent (illness, doctor visit, vacation etc.) If your child has been diagnosed with something specific (like COVID, strep throat, pink eye, flu, chickenpox, etc.), please mention that in Notes.
Reporting Absences on the Attendance Line
Another option for reporting an absence is to call the Hornung attendance line at 810-299-4454. When you leave a message, please include:
- Your child's name
- Their teacher's name
- The date(s) they'll be absent
- The reason (illness, doctor visit, vacation, etc.)
If they haven't been diagnosed but do have symptoms, let us know what those symptoms are.
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BAS Weekly Wellness Tip
BCPA Concert - Eagle Wings & More!
Eagle Wings & More
Saturday, 11/15/25
7:30pm
Where? BCPA (Brighton High School)
(810) 299-4130Featuring End Of The Innocence - A Salute To The Songwriters.
The tribute band "End Of The Innocence" kicks off its EAGLE WINGS & MORE TOUR in 2025 - The Ultimate Tribute To Songwriters that celebrates iconic songs by legends like:
- The Eagles
- Paul McCartney & Wings
- Don Henley
- Glenn Frey
- Dan Fogelberg
- Neil Diamond
- Kenny Loggins
The band's performances are a celebration of the timeless songs that have touched the hearts of millions of people around the world.
With exceptional vocal harmonies and skilled instrumentals, the band not only captures the essence of each songwriter's unique style and sound, but also their ability to connect with audiences on an intimate, emotional level: "The soundtrack of my life!" as a fan bursted out.
๐Holiday Pops & Toys for Tots Drive ๐งธ 12/14 at the BCPA
Title: Holiday POPs with the Phil Concert & Toys for Tots Drive
Date: Sunday, December 14, 2025
Time: 4:00pm (Approximately 2 hrs.)
Location: Brighton Center for the Performing Arts
7878 Brighton Rd, Brighton, MI 48116 (on the campus of Brighton High School)
Tickets:
$31 Adults
$26 Seniors
$21 Students
Available at www.bcpashows.com
Contact: (810) 299-4130
Description:
Get ready to deck the halls with the Michigan Philharmonic! Immerse yourself in the joyous sounds of the season as they perform all your cherished holiday favorites. This beloved tradition is the perfect way to launch your holiday celebrations. Join us and raise your voice in a festive holiday sing-along of your Christmas carols!
TOYS FOR TOTS TOY DRIVE
Help make this holiday season a merry and bright one for the girls and boys in our community. Bring a donation of a new and unwrapped toy to drop off for Toys for Tots in the BCPA lobby. Doors open at 3:00pm.
McKinney-Vento Act Support
Brighton Area Schools supports students experiencing temporary housing through the
McKinney-Vento Act. Assistance is available for school needs, housing referrals, clothing, and
more. If you know a student in need, please contact your building principal or district liaison
Starr Acromite at 810-299-4040.
Bell Schedule
Student Drop Off: 8:55 AM
First Bell: 9:01 AM
Second Bell: 9:05 AM
Starting Time In Class: 9:05 AM
Dismissal Time: 3:58 PM
Students eating Breakfast may enter the cafeteria at 8:45 AM
Important Phone Numbers
Hornung Office - 810-299-4450
Hornung Attendance Line - 810-299-4454
Jack Yates, Principal Office 810-299-4451
Hornung Fax - 810-299-4460
Hornung Friendship Center โ 810-299-4461
BAS Central Office - 810-299-4000
BAS Transportation โ 810-299-3890