NHES NEWS

Last week, some of you sent me the funniest messages. Some told their children things like they might get to enjoy another day off from school if they read a book or complete some extra chores. Hey, if it worked... :)

To be honest, like most of you, I wanted more snow and less ice. I envisioned students making snow angels and building snowmen. Instead, I think most had to huddle inside to avoid freezing to death or breaking a leg on the sheets of ice that covered almost everything.

As we look ahead to this week, it does appear that things appear to be thawing out. Given the cold temps today, like all of you, I'll be on the lookout for guidance from the district later this evening. As I shared last week, my job is to be prepared for whatever call the district makes. I know it's challenging given the size of the district and varying road conditions across such a large area. Whatever call is made, I can honestly say that I miss the students and look forward to seeing them soon.

In closing, some have inquired about our open STEM Aide and Computer Aide position. Mrs. Hill and I will begin setting up interviews this week since we were not able to do so last week. If you know someone who is interested, it's not too late. In the meantime, until we can hire for these positions, consider reaching out to your child's teacher. They may have an extra block of time this week for a guest reader or someone willing to share what they do for a career.

-Dr. Burton

Dates for the Remainder of the School Year

• January 31 - E-Learning/Collaboration Day (Students at Home)
• February 3 - PTO Father-Daughter Dance (Details Coming Soon)
• February 19 - Presidents Day (Schools Closed)
  
• February 28 - E-Learning/Collaboration Day (Students at Home)
• March 11-15 - Spring Break (Schools Closed)
• April 8 - E-Learning/Collaboration Day (Students at Home)
• May 21-22 - Graduation Ceremonies
• May 22 - Last Student Day
• May 23 - Teacher Work Day

As always, we want thank to families that continue to help us keep our bus exit area clear by accessing the car-rider line via Oak Grove Road. In the mornings, our buses use the exit area on the map below from 7:05 to 7:30. In the afternoons, the buses usually exit between 2:35 and 2:40.

STEM Aide Position

Sierra Cobb is leaving us as our STEM Aide so she can get the hours she needs to pursue her teaching degree. If you are interested in applying for the vacant STEM aide position, see our NHES Facebook for the link to apply. We are also preparing to set up interviews for a Computer Aide vacancy as well.

Email for Transportation Notes

If you need to make the school aware of a transportation change, in addition to turning in a note to the teacher, please email our front office at NHESoffice@madison.k12.al.us. This new email will help us track and monitor transportation changes more effectively.

New Hope Spirit Wear

Consider checking out our New Hope Spirit Wear Store. This is your one shop stop for school-related spirit wear. Great gifts for students, staff, and family members that are proud of our school and community.

Updated Code of Conduct & Discipline

Our district has created a Back to School Dashboard with a number of useful links. Along with the MCSS Calendar, you'll also find a Parent & Student Handbook as well as a Student Code of Conduct.

Bus Information

Each bus has an animal magnet to help our younger students remember which bus they ride.

• 14-80 Mike Carpenter - LION
• 24-125 Johnna Mann - BIRD
• 22-09 Julia Stapler - BEAR
• 18-09 Bobby Cheyne - PUPPY
• 21-09 Misty Quick - COW
• 11-67 Donnie Meeks - TIGER
• 19-15 Edwin Childers - CHICKEN
• 24-134 Vicki Tolliver - HORSE
• 20-12 Lorrell Vann - BUTTERFLY (no PM route)

In addition to the buses identified above, several OCR bus drivers help transport our fifth and sixth grade students that live in the Owens Cross Roads community.

New Hope PTO continues to do great things for our students and school. Please join the PTO and sign up for their newsletter if you haven't already done so.

New Hope Recreation Center continues to be one of our closest community partners. Please check their Facebook page often for the latest news.

New Hope Children's Clinic is located on our school campus across from the Rock Gym. To make an appointment call 256-723-4673.

The CARE Center is one of the reasons our school is so special. Families can apply for their child or children to receive Bags of Blessings (weekend food support) and/or participate in our 21st Century Learning Center Clubs Program. For information on one or both of these programs:

• Visit www.thecare-center.org
• Call the Business Office at 256.723.2273
• Contact Molly Mullinax (molly.mullinax@thecare-center.org)

Email: jburton@mcssk12.org
Website: https://www.mcssk12.org/newhopeelementaryschool
Location: 5300 Main Drive, New Hope, AL, USA
Phone: 256-851-3260
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/newhopeelementaryschool
Twitter: @NHESPK6