Hirsch Hawk Herald

Dear Hirsch Hawk Parents and Guardians,

I am excited to share that our first week of state testing was a huge success! Our 3rd–5th grade students approached the Reading portion of the assessment with focus, determination, and confidence. We are so proud of the effort they put forth and the way they represented our campus.

As we move forward, we are gearing up for our next round of assessments. Our 5th grade students will take the Science assessment this Thursday, and students in 3rd–5th grade will take the Math assessment next week. We know our students are ready, and we are confident that all of their hard work and preparation will shine through.

Parents, your support during this time makes all the difference. Please continue to motivate your child and help set a positive and encouraging tone at home. A good night’s rest, a healthy breakfast, and reassuring words can go a long way in helping students feel calm and confident.

This year, our theme has been Unlocking the Magic Within, and we are truly seeing that magic come to life. The magic is not just in academic growth, but in the incredible ways your children have grown as individuals—learning to make new friends, showing kindness to others, sharing, demonstrating perseverance, building confidence, taking responsibility, and showing respect. These character traits matter just as much as any test score.

Thank you for your continued partnership and for supporting your child every step of the way. Together, we are helping our students grow not only as learners, but as leaders.

With pride and appreciation,

Principal Patterson

P.S. FIELD DAY IS FRIDAY, MAY 8. VOLUNTEER USING THE LINK IN THE NEWSLETTER. YOU MUST HAVE A CLEARED BACKGROUND CHECK TO VOLUNTEER.

Thank you so very much for your generosity and thoughtfulness during AP Week! I appreciate the cards, gifts and flowers and all the kind words. I am so blessed to work with all of you.

Want to learn more about your child’s strengths and growth? MAP Growth is a computer test given three times a year that adapts to your students’ answers. It helps teachers personalize learning and families track progress. Learn more about MAP Growth and how to read your Family Report: What is MAP Growth? ¿Qué es MAP Growth?

Order forms are due with your money to Ms. Casas or the office Make checks payable to Hirsch Elementary School.

The '25 - '26 yearbook will include activities throughout the school year and will be passed out before the end of the school year. Check Class Dojo to stay updated on the yearbook. See Ms. Casas

if you have any questions. (acasas@springisd.org)

Hirsch Yearbook Order Form Below

- $10 -

Orders due by April 17, 2026

Field Day is Friday, May 8th at Hirsch!

Round 1: Pre-K, Kinder, and 1st grades from 8:30-10:00 am

Round 2: 2nd,3rd,4th, and 5th grades from 10:30-12:00

Send students in athletic wear and with a labeled water bottle!

If you would like to volunteer to work a station for one of the rounds, click the link below!

Field Day 26 Volunteer Sign Up

• Beginning April 14-April 28, our building will be closed to ALL visitors while our students complete their STAAR Assessments. This includes lunch visitors.
• April 23: STAAR Science for 5th grade
• April 24: Progress Reports Go Home
• April 28: School Bus Driver Appreciation Day
• April 28: STAAR Math for 4th and 5th grade
• April 29: STAAR Math for 3rd grade

We're pleased to announce our continued partnership with Brighter Bites! This wonderful program offers our families fresh produce free of charge each month! This program is open to EVERYONE at our school, regardless of income. Please see the flyer below for more information and to sign up! Click the picture for the link, or use the link here: https://fs27.formsite.com/brighterbites/enroll23/fill?id82=707&id161=0

IF YOU WERE SIGNED UP LAST YEAR AND WANT TO CONTINUE, YOU MUST SIGN UP AGAIN WITH THE LINK ABOVE.

If you want to volunteer to help bag the pallets of fresh produce, then click HERE!

We want to show our Hawks that the sky is the limit when it comes to how high they can fly! On Wednesdays we ask all students and staff to wear their favorite college, university or military shirt!

https://www.schoolcafe.com/springisd

Please visit the website above to see the menus for each week. If you click on the third button (View Menus (as a guest)), you can navigate to Hirsch Elementary to see what's being served each week. Please be aware that menus can change due to available inventory.

• Parents may send treats to their child’s class.
• Only store bought cupcakes or cookies (no peanut butter or nuts)
• Sent with child or dropped at office
• Parent may NOT come to class
• Teacher’s discretion when to do cupcakes (not at lunch due to regulations)
• No goodie bags, balloons, etc.

Thanks to the 2022 Bond, Hirsch Elementary is receiving several improvements to our facilities, safety and security, and technology. Today, we are excited to share that our [new marquee] is up! Stay tuned for more updates as we continue enhancing our campus. #BondUpdates Click here