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Parents, as we enter the last week prior to Spring Break I'd like to remind you that attendance is very important. So important that we are offering a special treat to all students with perfect attendance this week upon their return after Spring Break! So for your student to be eligible they need to be on campus and counted present every day this week.

We also have some very important activities taking place this week that require student attendance and participation. On Monday (3rd) our HEF Drive ends and the class with the most pennies wins a treat. So Monday will be the last opportunity for your student to turn in pennies to declare their class the winner of this years HEF penny drive.

Tuesday (4th) is the reading benchmark. This test will help teachers determine what students need the most help with prior to the STAAR test in April. Students need to be on campus to participate in this very important measure of student knowledge.

The book fair is open for class visits so your student will need to be present to be able to visit the library with their class.

Finally, this is National Read Across America Week. In honor of that on Friday (7th) students are able to dress up as a favorite school appropriate book character. (No horror characters please.) All students that dress as a character and brings a copy of the book for the character they are portraying will be selected to participate in a school wide parade before the end of the school day on Friday in celebration of Read Across America Week. (Flyer to go home soon.)

With all of these important and fun events taking place on campus this week, your student needs to be present everyday so they don't miss out on anything!

The HEF drive for 2025 has begun and will end on March 3rd. The district is engaging in a friendly competition with schools on the south and north of Military. We can use your help in competing to win to raise the most money for our graduating seniors wanting to continue their education beyond high school. Below is a community contribution form you can turn in to our campus HEF representative, Ms. Therese Jimenez by March 3rd. We will also have copies available on campus for your convenience.

Harlandale ISD,

We’re nearing the end of our Harlandale Education Foundation (HEF) Employee Fund Drive! This annual initiative is a great way for us to come together as a District and support our students.

2025 Fund Drive Details:
Deadline: March 3
Objective: Raise funds for student scholarships
Incentives:

• North vs. South Competition: This year, we’re splitting into two teams based on Military Drive. The side that raises more will earn jean privileges for April plus a special HEF tumbler!

Last year, we raised $67,369.20. But with a District as generous as ours, we know we can surpass that!

How to Participate:
Forms are available at www.harlandale.net/hef. Remember, every contribution—no matter the amount—helps create opportunities for our students.

Now... who will take the lead this year?

Please see attached UPDATED PreK Registration Schedule for school year 2025-2026. We have combined SWF with the Fenly Center on Thursday, May 15th, 8:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

We are excited to share an upcoming laptop distribution opportunity for families in our CIS-SA community, in partnership with Compudopt, a nonprofit dedicated to providing computers and affordable internet solutions to those in need.

How to Qualify:

•Must not own a working computer at home.

•Families MUST register online: https://compudopt.org/computergiveaway

•Up to 300 laptops available via lottery.

•Selected families get a free laptop with a 2-year warranty & tech support.

Important:

On the registration form, **select Communities In Schools to be considered. Families will be notified via text & email if selected. Location details will only be shared with selected families.

Don’t miss out—register today!

Estamos emocionados de compartir una próxima oportunidad de distribución de laptops para familias de nuestra comunidad de CIS-SA, en colaboración con Compudopt, una organización sin fines de lucro dedicada a proporcionar computadoras y soluciones de internet asequibles a quienes las necesitan.

Cómo Calificar:

• No tener una computadora funcional en casa.

• Las familias DEBEN registrarse en línea: https://compudopt.org/computergiveaway

• Hasta 300 laptops disponibles a través de una lotería.

• Las familias seleccionadas recibirán una laptop gratuita con 2 años de garantía y soporte técnico.

Importante:

En el formulario de registro, selecciona “Communities In Schools” para ser considerado. Las familias serán notificadas por mensaje de texto y correo electrónico si son seleccionadas. Los detalles de la ubicación solo se compartirán con las familias seleccionadas.

¡No te lo pierdas—regístrate hoy!

Harlandale ISD,

We are excited to announce the exceptional educators who have been named our 2024-2025 Campus Teachers of the Year! These teachers go above and beyond to inspire, support and empower our students every day, and we are incredibly grateful for all they do for our Harlandale Legacy.

Please join us in recognizing this year’s honorees:

Elementary Schools
Adams Elementary – Michelle Longoria
Bellaire Elementary – Katherine Word
Collier Elementary – Kristen Rea
Gilbert Elementary – Monica de la Paz
Gillette Elementary – Jessica Villanueva
Schulze Elementary – Stephanie Riojas
Stonewall Flanders Elementary – Cynthia Herrera
Vestal Elementary – Debra Reasor
Wright Elementary – Brooke Arizpe

Middle Schools
Harlandale Middle School – Deborah Covarrubia-Barcenez
Kingsborough Middle School – Cassandra Cotton
Leal Middle School – Ester Saenz
Terrell Wells Middle School – Hannah Herrick

High Schools
Harlandale High School – Alexander Olivarez
McCollum High School – Christina Urbina
Frank Tejeda Academy – Sherry Lejeaune
STEM ECHS – Jeremy Perez

We'd also like to congratulate Mr. Alexander Olivarez from Harlandale High School for being named Harlandale ISD District Teacher of the Year!

These educators make a positive impact at Harlandale ISD every day, and we are grateful for all they do to serve our community.

Please join us in congratulating our 2024-2025 Campus Teachers of the Year!

Mark your calendars for Harlandale ISD’s 2025 Commencement Ceremonies, and join us as we celebrate the incredible achievements of our graduating seniors!

Commencement Schedule:

Frank Tejeda Academy

• Date: June 3, 2025

• Time: 10:00 AM

• Location: St. Mary’s University

STEM Early College High School

• Date: June 3, 2025

• Time: 2:00 PM

• Location: St. Mary’s University

McCollum High School

• Date: June 4, 2025

• Time: 12:00 PM

• Location: Freeman Coliseum

Harlandale High School

• Date: June 4, 2025

• Time: 6:00 PM

• Location: Freeman Coliseum

Stay tuned for more details! We can’t wait to celebrate this important milestone together.

Click to view our 2025 Commencement Save the Date

TBD

Students with perfect attendance for the entire school year will be entered into a raffle to win a bike! We have a total of six bikes to award so far. All you have to do is show up everyday!

3/4/25: Reading Benchmark

3/5/25: Cafecito at 8:30 AM

3/6/25: PreK registration at Gilbert E.S. 8:30-3:30 PM

3/9/25: HEF drive ends

3/10-3/14/25: Spring Break

3/19/25: E-sports Spring Tournament

3/19/25: School Board Work Shop at PDC 6:15 PM

3/20/25: Group Pictures

3/20/25: PreK registration at Gillette E.S. 8:30-3:30 PM

3/20/25: Math Night 4:30-5:30 PM

3/21/25: Second Grade Fundraiser Dance 5:30-6:30 PM

3/24/25: Board Meeting at STEM, 6:15 PM

3/25/25: Math Benchmark

3/26/25: PreK fieldtrip visit with Sea World

3/27/25: PreK registration at Schulze E.S. 8:30-3:30 PM

3/28/25: Second Grade field trip to Botanical Gardens

3/29/25: Cultural Arts Fair