Updates and Info from Dr. T

It’s hard to believe, but we have reached the last full week of the school year! We have several important events and celebrations taking place as we finish strong. Laptop collection will take place this week, so please help students remember to bring all devices and chargers as requested.

On Tuesday, we will have our PTA Meeting and Farley’s Got Talent at 6:00 PM, and we look forward to an exciting evening showcasing our talented Falcons! Also on Tuesday, students will participate in the GATE Emerging Innovators Summit.

We will close out the week with our Senior Clap on Friday at 1:00 PM, as we celebrate former Falcons who are graduating and send them off with Farley pride.

Let’s make this last full week a great one!

IMPORTANT: Please complete returning student registration. Contact lorinda.ward@hsv-k12.org

Complete here

As we enter the final stretch of the school year, attendance still matters every day. May is full of important learning, review, celebrations, assessments, awards, and special memories with classmates and teachers. We want every student to finish strong and be present for all the meaningful moments still ahead.

Families are encouraged to keep a close eye on absences as we approach the end of the year. A student is considered chronically absent when they miss 18 or more days, 10% or more of the school year, or roughly one month of school. Even a few missed days can add up quickly and affect learning, routines, friendships, and confidence.

Thank you for helping your child arrive on time, attend school consistently, and SOAR through the month of May. Every day counts, and we are excited to finish the year strong together!

May 12 - GATE Field Trip

May 12 - PTA Meeting & Farley's Got Talent (6PM)

May 15 - PreK Awards & Graduation (9AM)

May 18 - Kindergarten (9AM) & 1st Grade Awards (1PM)

May 19 - 3rd Grade (9AM) & 2nd Grade Awards (1PM)

May 20 - 5th Grade (9AM) & 4th Grade Awards (1PM)

May 21 - Last Student Day (11:30AM)

Greetings families!

We are pleased to announce that our school received an "A" on our Report Card Score. This is the 3rd year in a row that Farley has received an A - this year a 90. Our Report Card score is based on our ACAP results (Grades 3-5) and our percentage of students that maintain excellent attendance.

Parents - remember that excuse notes must be submitted promptly. The HCS expectation is that within 3 days, a parent or doctor's note is submitted to the school. After 8 excused absences (not individual notes), students must have a doctor's note. A student checked out before 11:30AM is considered absent unless they check back in.

📬 lisa.folden@hsv-k12.org - attendance notes

Chronic Absenteeism is defined as a student missing 18 or more days for the school year (or 10% of enrolled days), regardless of reason.

Interested in Sponsoring?

100% Tax Deductible donation will go to support programs

to enhance our students and their educational experience:

Bronze: $100 (Logo in Flyer & listed on Facebook Page)

Silver: $250 ( Logo in Flyer, Facebook Page, & 4’ Banner in carline)

Gold: $500 ( Logo in Flyer, Facebook Page, & 5’ Banner in carline)

Principal: Stewart Thorson (DrT) stewart.thorson@hsv-k12.org

Assistant Principal: Mrs. Christy Lang (christy.lang@hsv-k12.org)

Administrative Assistant: Mrs. Lorinda Ward (lorinda.ward@hsv-k12.org)

📫 Email Attendance Notes to Ms. Folden (lisa.folden@hsv-k12.org)

Counselor: Mr. Alex Gregg (alexander.gregg@hsv-k12.org)

🏃🏻‍♂️Coach Wilkins (mark.wilkins@hsv-k12.org)

Reading Specialist: Mrs. Mallory Ray (mallory.ray@hsv-k12.org)

Literacy & Dyslexia Specialist: Mrs. Chasity Lindsey (chasity.lindsey@hsv-k12.org)

Media Specialist: Mrs. Megan Rice (megan.rice@hsv-k12.org)
Special Education Lead: Mrs. Angela Bargas (angela.bargas@hsv-k12.org)

Cafeteria Menus: https://www.ezschoollunch.com/p/Huntsville/menu

Transportation: https://www.huntsvillecityschools.org/page/transportation

Heart of the Valley YMCA: https://ymcahuntsville.org/programs/child-care/after-school-care/

We believe:

• Students are our first priority. They have the ability to learn at high levels and are respected as unique individuals.

• Teachers are caring leaders who serve as role models to facilitate high quality instruction; encouraging all individual needs and learning styles within a framework of high expectations in a positive environment.

• Parents are active partners in the educational process at school and home by maintaining open communication, participating in school activities, and ensuring students are prepared to learn.

• The Support Staff will collaborate with other stakeholders, serve as role models, and promote a caring environment encouraging students to achieve their full potential.

• The Community should have the expectation that the school is producing responsible and productive citizens for its viability. The community assists in this endeavor by providing financial support, volunteering, serving as role models, and providing input in the educational process of the students we serve.