The Hiawatha Buzz!

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The mornings have started to carry a little chill, and it’s a reminder that fall is just around the corner. Before we know it, the leaves will be turning and jackets will be coming out of closets!

I am especially looking forward to our Open House next Thursday, September 18th, from 6:00–7:00 p.m. Families may enter through the main entrance and head straight to their child’s classroom. This year, there will not be a presentation in the gymnasium; however, our music, art, and P.E. teachers will be set up in the gym and are excited to connect with families. I hope to see many of you here!

We have also been working diligently to adjust our arrival procedures to make them safer and more convenient. We have a plan in place and will communicate with families before the changes go into effect. I know that dismissal can be challenging as well, and we are actively evaluating solutions for that time of day, too.

Thank you for your continued patience and partnership as we fine-tune our routines.

Warmly,
Kolby Snellenberger
Principal

Open House Sept. 18th from 6:00-7:00 pm
Title 1 Meeting on Oct. 7th at 6:00 pm
School Picture Day on Oct. 13th

*** VERY IMPORTANT ***

Please make sure to include Ms. Michelle, our Office Manager, in all communications regarding attendance or change in after school plan for the day, she is who does attendance for the school, not the teachers. Teachers may be absent, or may not get to email to pass your message on to her. Please remember to include the reason why your student is going to be absent.

Please be sure to let Michelle know before 7:30 AM if your child is going to miss school.

There are many ways to contact her regarding your student's attendance or change in after-school plan.

1. Call the Attendance line at 802-857-7007 (for Attendance only)

2. Call Michelle at 802-878-1384

3. Email Michelle at: hiawathaoffice@ewsd.org

4. Go to our website and click on the Report an Absence button.

*** If you need to make a change to your student's after-school plan, please contact Michelle directly before 1:30 PM (12:30 PM on Wednesdays) on any given day. ***

This year, students will have online art portfolios through Artsonia, a safe and secure platform designed just for student artwork. Artsonia allows me to upload photos of your child’s art so you can view their creative growth throughout the year, share their work with family near and far, and even order custom keepsakes (like mugs, t-shirts, and cards) featuring their art.

Families may connect other relatives or friends who would like to see student artwork as it’s uploaded.

If you’re not set up yet, use the link or code below to join:

Code: TD3DT762
Link: https://www.artsonia.com/connect/TD3DT762

Keep up with more art room updates on Instagram at @msfeller_artroom.

I look forward to a wonderful and creative year!

Amanda Feller (afeller@ewsd.org)

Thanks to all who attended the PTO Speaker Series on Safety this week. If you missed it and have questions, reach out to Garry Scott, Director of Facilities and District Safety at gscott@ewsd.org.

Taryn Hennebicque

Hiawatha PTO co-President

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