Hardy Happenings

It was so good to be back on campus today and see our Hardy Owls again. I missed everyone, and I am grateful to be home at Hardy. There is a lot happening as we head into the final stretch of the school year, so please take a few minutes to read through the updates below.

The most urgent action item is PrimeTime enrollment. The Klassic Kids contract will not be renewed at Hardy, which means that all students currently enrolled in Klassic Kids will need to enroll in PrimeTime. Enrollment closes this Friday, May 1, and there are no exceptions if the window is missed. All SDUSD families received a custom registration link on Monday, April 20, so please check your inbox, spam, and deleted messages and complete registration as soon as possible. Please see the Primetime section below for more information.

We are also asking families to complete the Leader in Me Family Survey. This feedback truly helps us reflect on how we are doing as a school and where we can continue to grow.

Next week is Teacher Appreciation Week, and it is a wonderful opportunity to show our teachers how much they are valued. Please take a moment to look at the ways you can help celebrate them, including door decorating on Sunday, May 3. Gifts are always appreciated, but a kind note or heartfelt thank you can go a very long way.

Today, our students in grades 3–5 began ELA CAASPP testing, and they came in ready to do their very best. Our Lighthouse Team created sweet encouragement posters to cheer students on and help them feel confident and supported as they begin testing. As we continue through the testing window, please help your child by making sure they get a good breakfast and arrive at school on time each day.

With gratitude,
Principal Aragon

At the end of each school year, we ask our families to take a moment to reflect on their experience at Hardy. Last year, we received an overall score of 78 out of 100, with family engagement and student leadership opportunities identified as areas for growth. We take that feedback seriously and use it to reflect, make improvements, and continue growing as a school community.

This year, we have worked intentionally to strengthen those areas by adding more than seven student leadership groups on campus, launching our Friday morning assemblies, hosting Parent Night Out, and creating additional opportunities for connection, voice, and leadership across our school community.

This year, we again invite you to take a moment to consider your experience at Hardy and share your perspective with us. Your voice matters, and your feedback helps shape the decisions we make moving forward.

Families are invited to complete a survey that takes about 12 minutes. We hope to receive one response from each household. If you have more than one child at Hardy, please answer based on your oldest child’s experience.

Please take the survey here:
https://www.leaderinme.com/s/hardy-elementary/families

Please complete the survey by May 7, 2026.

Testing will take place each day from approximately 8:00–10:00 a.m. Please avoid scheduling appointments or absences during this time. Please plan ahead for construction on Montezuma, as students who arrive after testing begins will need to complete the assessment during a make-up session.

You can help your child do their best by making sure they get a good night’s sleep, eat breakfast, arrive on time, bring a book for after testing, and come with a positive mindset.

Testing dates:
3rd–5th Grade CAASPP ELA: April 27–May 1
3rd–5th Grade CAASPP Math: May 4–8

Thank you for helping our students feel prepared, confident, and supported.

Reminder: All current SDUSD students must be re-registered online for the 2026–27 school year through the PowerSchool Parent Portal by May 8. Thank you to the families who have already completed this process. Please note that re-registration must be completed on a web browser, not the PowerSchool app. For help, contact Ms. Marlene Curtin at mcurtin@sandi.net or Ms. Ashley Aguayo at aaguayo@sandi.net

WHAT:

• Before School PrimeTime Programs 2026-27

  • Before school PrimeTime program capacity is limited. Therefore, enrollment applications submitted during the one-week application window, Monday, April 20, 2026, 8:00 am through Friday, May 1, 2026, 3:00 pm, will be processed through a lottery system.

• After School PrimeTime Programs 2026-27

  • After school PrimeTime programs are available to all preregistered and currently enrolled San Diego Unified School District TK-8 students for the 2026-27 school year who submit an enrollment application during the one-week application window, Monday, April 20, 2026 at 8:00 am through Friday, May 1, 2026 at 3:00 pm.

WHEN: Enrollment Application Window Timeline:

• Opens: Monday, April 20, 2026 at 8am PST

• Closes: Friday, May 1, 2026 at 3pm PST

HOW:

Enroll via individualized text/email link that will be sent to the primary guardian contact field 1 information in PowerSchool, during the one week enrollment application window (Monday, April 20 at 8am – Friday, May 1 at 3:00 pm).

*Please see FAQs here*

We are excited to celebrate our 5th-grade students and honor them at their Promotion Ceremony. We look forward to recognizing this special milestone with our promoting students and their families.

Ceremony Details
The Promotion Ceremony will begin promptly at 8:30 a.m on Wednesday, May 27, and is expected to last approximately 45 minutes. The ceremony will be held outdoors on the back blacktop, facing the library. Students are welcome to dress up for the occasion.

Seating
Chairs will be provided, with approximately two seats available per 5th-grade student. Additional guests are welcome to bring their own chairs and will be asked to sit behind the provided school seating.

Seating will be available after morning drop-off at 7:45 a.m. To help all families enjoy the ceremony, we ask that balloons, noise makers, and other view-obstructing/noise items not be brought to the event.

Parking
Please plan ahead, as parking will be extremely limited and will likely be the tightest parking situation we have experienced at Hardy during construction. Most families should plan to park in the SDSU garage or in neighborhood areas where parking is permitted. Please do not park in red zones, permitted spaces without authorization, or double park under any circumstance.

Dismissal After the Ceremony
If you plan to sign your student out after the ceremony rather than have them remain until the regular dismissal time, you must sign the sign-out form before leaving, located near the promotion area. If you will also be signing out a sibling, you may include their name on the same sign-out form. Our PrimeTime and after-school programs will still be available that day.

We look forward to celebrating our 5th graders with you.

Teacher Appreciation Week is coming up, and the PTA is excited to celebrate our incredible Hardy teachers and staff with a full week of meals, treats, and small surprises.

We’d love your help to make it meaningful:

⭐ 1. Contribute to the week
We’re collecting snacks, drinks, and gift cards to keep our staff fueled and appreciated throughout the week.
📍 Drop off donations in the school office by Friday, May 1 (during school hours or at drop-off)
👉 Sign up via SignupGenius HERE

⭐ 2. Make it personal
Looking for ideas? Our Staff Favorite Things list can help you choose something your teacher will truly enjoy (and avoid items they may not want):
👉 View HERE

⭐ 3. Connect with your Room Rep
Room Reps are helping coordinate classroom efforts like door decorating (this Sunday a.m.) and group gifts.
If you’d like to join in, reach out to your Room Rep. Not sure who your room rep is? Email volunteer@hardypta.com.

⭐ 4. Keep it simple
A note, a drawing, a poem, or even a single flower can mean just as much as a gift. Every gesture of appreciation matters.

Thank you for helping us celebrate the people who make Hardy such a special place. ❤️

Thanks to everyone who joined us at Mesa Bar & Grill, it was a fun, relaxed evening. Even Principal Aragon showed up! We’re also grateful to The Mesa for the discounted meal packages. Want to help plan events for parents for next year? Let us know at hootline@hardypta.com.

Please join us for our PTA General Association Meeting, where we will vote on the proposed 2026–27 PTA Board (see slate above).

How it works:

• The Nominating Committee has prepared a proposed slate of officers

• Additional nominations may be made from the floor during the meeting

• Voting takes place live at the meeting

A quorum (minimum number of members present) is required to hold the vote, this is an important safeguard to ensure the process reflects our community, but it only works if you show up!

We hope you’ll join us. This is how we collectively shape the leadership and direction of the PTA for the coming year.

Join Hardy parents for a fun dodgeball tournament with other schools in the Patrick Henry cluster!

📅 Sunday, May 24
📍 Patrick Henry High School Gym

Men’s and women’s brackets, plus opportunities to coach, referee, or cheer. Kids are welcome to come watch and support!

👉 Interested? Sign up HERE.

Our end-of-year celebration is coming up! Join us for a full afternoon and evening of bounce houses, games, a petting zoo, reptile show, and plenty of time to connect with other Hardy families. We’ll be grilling burgers and hot dogs in the courtyard, and end the night with a movie under the stars. Come stay for a bit or all day– this is a relaxed, come-and-go community event.

👉 RSVP HERE

We’re also inviting families and local businesses to host booths at the event. Interested in participating or promoting your business? Fill out this form or contact dadsclub@hardypta.com for details.

🕡 6:30pm
📍 Cheba Hut
All dads and father figures welcome! Come connect and help plan the End-of-Year Extravaganza.

If your student is home sick, please notify the front office by phone or by completing the REPORT AN ABSENCE form.

APRIL

Monday-Friday, April 27-May 1: 3-5 CAASPP Testing ELA

MAY

Monday-Friday, May 4-8: CAASPP Testing Math

Friday, May 1: PTA Association Meeting 7:45 a.m. - Auditorium

Monday, May 4: SSC/SGT 2:30 p.m. - Library

Thursday, May 7: School Tour @ 8:00 a.m

Friday, May 8: Final Family Friday of the Year!

Monday, May 11: PTA-Sponsored BMX Assembly

Saturday, May 16: Dad's Club End of Year Celebration

Wednesday, May 20: Field Day

Friday, May 22: Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast

Monday, May 25: No School - Memorial Day

Tuesday, May 26: Yearbook Signing Party - All students

Wednesday, May 27: Hardy 5th Grade Promotion @ 8:30a

Thursday, May 28: Minimum Day - Last Day of School

AUGUST

Wednesday, August 5: TK/K Park Playdate - 4-6pm

Thursday, August 7: TK/K Orientation 10a -12p --- Grade 1-5 Popsicle Party 2:30-3:30p

Sunday, August 9: Bedtime Stories with Mrs. Aragon @ 7pm

Monday, August 10: First Day of School for the 2026-2027 School Year! Coffee with the Principal 8a

***Hardy's parking lot will be completely closed to the public for the entire summer and will reopen shortly before school returns.

We invite you—our students and families—to help us spread the love. If there’s a staff member who has made a positive difference in your school experience, let them know by sending them a LOVE Note. LOVE = Living Our Values Every(day). Your words of appreciation are powerful and lasting.

Website: hardy.sandiegounified.org

Hardy PTA Website: https://sites.google.com/hardypta.com/pta

Address: 5420 Montezuma Rd, San Diego, CA 92115

Office Hours: 7:15-3:00 PM

Phone: (619) 860-5700
Facebook: Hardy PTA Page

Hardy Instagram: @HardyOwls

Email: karagon@sandi.net
Principal Aragon Instagram: @principal_aragon

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