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Horizon Happenings

Thursday, September 24, 2026

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Brack's Bulletin Brack's Bulletin

Dear Horizon Families,


Thank you to all of our families for taking the time to join us for Parent-Teacher Conferences! We truly appreciate the opportunity to connect, celebrate your child’s growth, and work together to support their success.


We hope you enjoy the long weekend and have a chance to relax, recharge, and spend some quality time together!


Warmly,

Elexis Brack

Principal

WE APPRECIATE YOU, HORIZON PTA! WE APPRECIATE YOU, HORIZON PTA!

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A Message from Horizon PTA A Message from Horizon PTA

We have some FUNd Run winners to celebrate! A huge THANK YOU to all of our Horizon families for supporting the 2026 Tiger Trek FUNd Run Annual PTA Fundraiser. We are so excited to announce the winners from Horizon PTA’s big fundraising event!


🏆 EXTRA RECESS + $50 AMAZON GIFT CARD


The following classrooms raised $600 or more and earned an extra recess AND a $50 Amazon gift card to be used toward something special for their classroom:

• Miss Rose’s kindergarten class
• Mrs. Sickel’s kindergarten class
• Mrs. Mitchell’s kindergarten class
• Mrs. Sharp’s 1st grade class
• Mrs. Roush’s 2nd grade class
• Mrs. Hardin’s 2nd grade class
• Mrs. Lewis’s 3rd grade class
• Mrs. Blevins’ 3rd grade class
• Mrs. Karlin’s 4th grade class
• Miss Vest’s 5th grade class


🍧 POPSICLE PARTY

The following two classrooms won a Popsicle Party for completing the most laps during the Tiger Trek FUNd Run:

• Mrs. Hale’s 5th grade class
• Mrs. Arnold/Augustine’s 2nd grade class


🍿 PAJAMAS + POPCORN PARTY

Congratulations to Mrs. Lewis’s 3rd grade class, who won a Popcorn & Pajama Party for raising the most donations!


👑 PRINCIPAL FOR THE DAY

Congratulations to Isabella Liu in Mrs. Lewis’s 3rd grade class, who won Principal for the Day for raising the most donations!


🎁 FAMILY FUNd FEST RANDOM DRAWING

During Family FUNd Fest, 14 students were randomly selected to receive a $10 gift card to Wendy’s, Starbucks, Dairy Queen, or McDonald’s! Every student who had at least $1 donated in their name was entered into the drawing.

Congratulations to all 14 of our lucky winners! Gift cards were distributed at Family FUNd Fest and throughout this week.


🍕 PIZZA LUNCH WITH FRIENDS

And finally, congratulations to the following students, who raised the most donations and won a pizza lunch with two of their friends and Mrs. Brack:

• Isabella Liu in Mrs. Lewis’s 3rd grade class
• Oliver Sharmacharya in Mrs. Hardin’s 2nd grade class
• Nathan Samuel in Mrs. Sickel’s kindergarten class
• Violet Shoaee in Mrs. Sharp’s 1st grade class


Congratulations to ALL of our winners and thank you again to everyone who participated and helped make our Tiger Trek FUNd Run such a success!


Horizon PTA

Back by Popular Demand! Horizon Spirit Wear Back by Popular Demand! Horizon Spirit Wear

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🎟️ It’s not too late to become a PTA Partner and score Fast Passes to skip the line at our next attraction, Haunted Horizon! 👻 Don’t miss out! Find out more and become a PTA Partner here: https://hetigerspta.givebacks.com/shop

Zarda BBQ Give Back Night — September 28th from 5-8pm Zarda BBQ Give Back Night — September 28th from 5-8pm

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Counselor's Corner: Character Strong — RESPECT Counselor's Corner: Character Strong — RESPECT

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Picture Day: Wednesday, October 7th Picture Day: Wednesday, October 7th

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It's Never Too Early to Order Your Yearbook! — Click the Image to Order It's Never Too Early to Order Your Yearbook! — Click the Image to Order

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Music News from Mrs. Madden Music News from Mrs. Madden

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Supporting Children & Teens with Anxiety Supporting Children & Teens with Anxiety

Hi Families!


I wanted to share a free upcoming community event that may be helpful for families. NAMI Northeast Kansas is hosting "Supporting Children and Teens with Anxiety" on Monday, October 12 at 6:00 PM at the Bonner Spring Library.


The conversation will focus on recognizing signs of anxiety, understanding what kids and teens may be experiencing, and learning practical ways adults can support them.


I've attached the flyer with additional information and the QR code to register. Feel free to check it out if this is something that may be helpful for your family!


Best,


Jaclynne McCrillis

School Counselor

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The Bridge Creations — Click the Image to Visit the Online Store The Bridge Creations — Click the Image to Visit the Online Store

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Horizon Elementary – Quick Info Horizon Elementary – Quick Info

  • Website: he.usd232.org

  • Regular School Hours: 8:45am – 3:50pm

  • Half-Day School Hours: 8:45am – 12:10pm

  • Phone: (913) 667-3535

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ATTENDANCE

If your student is going to be absent, please let us know by 9am that day. The best ways to let us know:

Lindsey Folendore: lfolendore@usd232.org;

Sarah Hemberger: shemberger@usd232.org

or call the office: (913)667-3535.

https://he.usd232.org/horizon-online-forms/horizon-report-an-absence

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MENUS & LUNCH WITH YOUR STUDENT

Menus: https://usd232.nutrislice.com/


September Sign Up:

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A084BACA92DA3F85-65047868-lunch

October Sign Up:

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C044CACAE23AAFBC07-65635945-lunch

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EVENTS

Sept 24: NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS—Parent-Teacher Conferences

Sept 25: NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS & STAFF—Buildings Closed

Sept 28: Zarda BBQ Give Back Night 5-8pm

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