The Principal's Pipeline

On behalf of the entire faculty at Hallowell, I would just like to offer thanks and appreciation for your efforts to help us begin the school year as successfully as it has been. Establishing new routines, getting to know new teachers and staff members, as well as settling into all of the nuances of a new school year can be a challenging set of adjustments.

We know that it "takes a village" and this type of coordination is truly a team approach, and it is in the efforts of all involved that makes a positive and lasting difference. We are excited for what this month will bring and the continued ways in which we can support all of the children who attend our school.

Thank you!

Sincerely,

Mr. Steve Glaize, Principal

Our annual "Walk this Way" Spirit Day is scheduled for Thursday, October 1. As in previous years, we are partnering with the Montgomery County Health Department, members of the Horsham Police, the Highway and Streets departments, as well as local businesses and family volunteers. It is a great opportunity for us to reinforce the messages of healthy lifestyles and maintaining safety while getting us outside and having fun together! Students will be learning about pedestrian and bicycle safety along with participating in active games and healthy treats. Please see the diagram below that explains how the classes will be moving around our school campus throughout the morning that day.

October 5 - Title I Family Information Night (6:30 pm) on Microsoft Teams

October 6 - Citizenship Breakfast

October 6 - Community Book Club (5:30 pm)

October 6 - Home and School Meeting (7:00 pm)

October 8 - School Store Open

October 14 - Run, Hide, Fight Emergency Drill (more information in the electronic envelope)

October 15 - Family STEM and Title I Family Night (information below)

October 16 - Early Dismissal for Students (12:00 pm) Staff Development

October 19 - Fall Picture Retakes

October 21 - Thanksgiving Pie Fundraiser Begins

October 21 - Unity Day (everyone is encouraged to wear the color orange)

October 21 - School Store Open

October 22 - Run for Education Obstacle Race (more information below)

October 23 - Fall Festival (6:30-9:30 pm)

October 27 - Grade 3 Break Bread and Bond Community Night (6:00-7:30 pm)

October 29 - Pumpkin Contest Begins (more specifics below)

October 30 - Pumpkin Contest Ends

October 30 - Halloween Parade and Classroom Parties (more specifics below)

Date: Monday, October 5, 2026

Time: 6:30 pm

Location: MICROSOFT TEAMS LINK

· Curious about the range of services offered to our students?

· Interested in learning more about our home links to enhance the learning experience?

During this information meeting we will cover:

1. comprehensive overview of the services provided to our students
2. how home links can strengthen the student and family connection with school

On Friday, October 30th, we will be having our annual Halloween parade and classroom parties. At around 2:20 pm, children in all grades will begin parading outside, weather permitting. Visitors, feel free to join us at the field area at that time to watch the parade of children in their costumes. We will be parading along the asphalt paved paths down Moreland Avenue, along Maple Avenue, and then back up the path into the school building. You are welcome to watch from the sidewalks or on the grassy areas as we pass.

Immediately following the parade, we will then have our classroom parties. In the event of inclement weather, our intention is to try and livestream an indoor parade via Microsoft Teams around 2:20 pm, and the classroom parties will begin around 2:35 pm and conclude at 3:15 pm.

We are necessitating preregistrations for all volunteers who will enter the building for this event. Volunteer help for the classroom parties is being limited to no more than four individuals per classroom. With the assistance of our Home and School, volunteers help is being organized by our Room Captains, and any communication about what might be needed is coming directly from those homeroom leaders. If you wish to contribute in some way, please reach out to the Room Captains directly. All classroom volunteers must also secure their background clearances and obtain a volunteer badge from the school district’s Administration Building. Volunteers will wear a bracelet while in the school building.

We will be admitting volunteers who are assisting at the classroom parties beginning around 2:10 pm (1:50 pm for grades K and 1 ONLY). A check-in table will be placed at the main entrance. Parking for families will be available in the main parking lot. Staff will park at the rear and side lots on that day. Volunteers may go to the main entrance to drop off any supplies, and staff members will be available to assist you.

Please do not have your child wear their costume to school. Instead, have your child bring his/her Halloween costume in a bag labeled with his/her name. Please do not have your children wear face paint. Make sure that the costume does not include any plastic knives, guns, swords, etc. as they are not allowed on school property.

In the Hatboro-Horsham School District we are proud of the many academic and non-academic activities we provide for our students and families. During those events, we are always mindful of maintaining a safe and secure environment for everyone involved. We thank parents and families in advance for their assistance in ensuring our students enjoy the activities.

After the conclusion of the classroom parties, if classroom volunteers are taking their children home before the regular dismissal time of 3:30 pm, please sign your child out of school using the paper provided by the homeroom teacher.

Thank you in advance for your cooperation and efforts.

Again, this year, the Home and School Association is using a program called Membership Toolkit to help alert families of important news as well as organize volunteer help for our school events. Please open the link from the button below to learn more and sign up!

Here Comes the Bus®

Available to Families of Hatboro-Horsham Students

• View the real-time location of your child’s bus

• Access the app from your smartphone, tablet, or computer

• Receive push notifications or email alerts

• Send your child to the bus stop at just the right time, every time

How to get started:

1. Download the Here Comes the Bus app* or visit herecomesthebus.com

2. Click the "Sign Up" button

3. Enter school code 87701 and click “Next” followed by “Confirm”

4. Complete the “User Profile” box

5. Under “My Students,” click “Add.” Enter your child’s last name and student ID number

6. Once you confirm your information, you’re ready to begin using Here Comes the Bus!

*Available at the App Store and Google Play

Here Comes the Bus® is a registered trademark of Synovia Solutions™ LLC

Website: https://www.hatboro-horsham.org/o/hes

Location: 501 West Moreland Avenue, Horsham, PA, USA
Phone: 2154205900

Email Mr. Glaize: sglaize@hatboro-horsham.org

X, formerly Twitter: @steveglaize

Email Dr. McGuire: mmcguire@hatboro-horsham.org