HAWKINS HAPPENINGS

Chris McAuliffe - Principal

Address: 8900 Lee Road, Brighton, MI 48116

Website: https://www.brightonk12.com/Domain/52

First Bell: 9:01 AM

Second Bell: 9:05 AM

Dismissal Time: Begins at 3:55 PM (Final Bell 3:58)

4/18 - Hawkins Student Entrepreneur Market 10am -12pm

5/7 - PTO Meeting 9:15 AM

5/25 - NO SCHOOL - Memorial Day

5/29 - Family Fun Night

6/5 - Field Day

6/10 - 4th Grade Farewell Party

6/11 - Last Day of School - 1/2 day for students (Dismissal 12:50pm)

Lunch/Recess Schedule

JK/K - 11:10 - 11:55

1st - 11:40 - 12:25

2nd - 12:10 - 12:55

3rd - 12:40 - 1:25

4th - 1:10 - 1:55

Happy Friday Hawkins,

We survived a rainy week with a lot of indoor recess days. Our 3rd graders started the MSTEP and worked so hard. I am very proud of them. Mr. Chernich had amazing 1st and 2nd grade music performances. Thank you so much to all of the families that attended. Our amazing PTO treated staff to a flower cart this week, where staff could create their own bouquet. I know everyone loved it, especially my wife. I have been staying close to my phone as my youngest daughter is due this week, no baby yet, but I am hoping to be a grandpa by next week when we come back. Have a great weekend everyone, enjoy your family time!

Have a great weekend everyone!

Mr. McAuliffe

The Costco Reading Buddies program is a long-standing volunteer initiative (since 1998) where Costco employees mentor elementary students to improve literacy. Hawkins students were fortunate to have Brighton Costco Volunteers provide one-on-one reading support for 30–60 minutes weekly over 10–15 weeks, using materials provided by Costco at schools and community centers.

This week, first and second grade families attended Mr. Chernich's music "informances". An informance is designed to educate an audience as to what a typical music class looks like for Hawkins students. It showcases the process and educates the audience. Parents and families had the opportunity to participate along with their students. Fun was had by all!

Jennifer Garcia, PsyD a Licensed Psychologist from Thriving Minds Behavioral Health will be presenting at Maltby Intermediate on Thursday, April 30th at 6:30 PM on Raising Resilience: A Guide to Identifying and Supporting Anxious Children. This session will help parents understand how anxiety works as a natural “safety alarm,” how to recognize when it becomes disruptive, and what it can look like in children at different ages. Parents will also learn practical strategies to support their child, reduce avoidance, and build confidence and resilience at home and school.

Hawkins will be participating in the American Heart Association's annual Kid’s Heart Challenge campaign. Your child will be bringing home an envelope for this event’s fund raising campaign. Your child does not have to fundraise to participate in the event. The Kid's Heart Challenge runs from 4/6 - 4/27 and will take place during their PE class. The money will be due the week after Spring Break. Last year we raised close to $10,000! Our goal this year is to exceed $10,000. If you have any questions please feel free to contact Mr. Richards at richardst.sub@brightonk12.com

We are so excited to share with you the winners of our building contest inspired by our career exploration at Hawkins! These students were able to gather together and celebrate and even earn a "Beach ball" to win a prize and receive their certificate. We are so proud of your creativity!

More Info on Summer Camps

https://brightonk12.ce.eleyo.com/courses/category/68/summer-camps

Register for GRASP

https://brightonk12.ce.eleyo.com/course/1505/winter-spring-2026/grasp

Todd Oliver's show is a family-friendly comedy for all ages. He promotes pet adoption, spay and neuter, and encourages young people to turn their talents into lifelong skills. 6:00pm we have a meet & greet with BAS pack of dogs and pet supplies fundraiser for Livingston County Animal shelter before the show!

Title: Todd Oliver and Irving the Talking Dog

Date: Friday, May 1, 2026

Time: 6:00pm

Location: Brighton Center for the Performing Arts

7878 Brighton Rd, Brighton, MI 48116 (on the campus of Brighton High School)

Tickets: Adult: $23; Child/student: $18

Available at www.bcpashows.com

Please make sure your child has an extra set of clothes in their backpack. Accidents happen while your child is at school (bathroom accidents, playground mishaps, lunchroom spills, ripped or torn clothes, etc.) and we do not have extra clothes to lend out. Having an extra set here at school saves parents from having to make a trip to Hawkins during the day. We appreciate your help!

All parent volunteers must undergo a background check in order to volunteer at Hawkins. If you have not done so yet and are planning on volunteering at Hawkins, click on the link below to access Brighton Area Schools Background Check Form.

Parent Connect a web-based application that allow parents/guardians to view information for your child's current school year. Logging into Parent Connect will enable you to see your child's placement (date to be determined), report card, and lunch account. In addition, parents/guardians can add or change emergency contacts. Please click on the link for more information.

Parent Connect FAQ

Parent Connect

If you need to change a contact phone number or email address you can do so through Parent. Connect at Parent Connect

If you do not know your Parent Connect login information, please follow the instructions on the Brighton Area Schools website.

PLEASE NOTE: Address changes CANNOT be completed through Parent Connect. Address changes must be completed by filling out a change of address form along with 3 copies of proof of residency. Details are listed on the change of address form which is available by clicking on the link below. Since in person drop off is not an option at this time, forms can be scanned and emailed to samanij@brightonk12.com