Hembree Highlights

Greetings, Hembree Families,

What a fantastic week it’s been here at Hembree Springs! Last night’s Literacy Night was a wonderful celebration of learning, and I want to extend a heartfelt thank you to all the families who joined us. Your support means so much. A special shoutout to Lucy Gilbert and our amazing staff for their time, energy, and dedication in making the evening so special. It was especially inspiring to see our TAG students proudly presenting their projects. Their creativity and depth of knowledge truly blew me away — what a joy to witness their hard work come to life!

Looking ahead, I’m excited for our next big event: the Thanksgiving Feast on Wednesday, November 19th. Below, you’ll find two flyers with all the details. One includes a QR code to purchase your meal, and the other outlines the grade-level schedule so you can plan your visit around the Art Show and Book Fair. It’s going to be a busy, joyful day — and I can’t wait to see you there!

I’m so grateful for our incredible parent community. Your presence at these events brings such warmth and connection to our school, and I truly love seeing you involved.

On a lighter note — Go Dawgs! Georgia’s win over Florida last week was a nail-biter, and I think I’ve earned a few more gray hairs. Hopefully this week’s game against Mississippi State will be a little easier on the nerves! Also, a quick heads-up: it’s going to be very cold on Monday and Tuesday, so I’ll be digging out my winter gear this weekend. You might want to do the same!

Wishing you a cozy and relaxing weekend!

Warm Regards,
Nancy Lahey

11/13 Kindergarten Play "No Turkey for Perky" @9:00 am cafeteria

11/18 @ 7:40-8:40am Pastries & Parent Resource and Engagement Program for Pre-K and K Parents

11/19 Thanksgiving Feast (times vary)

11/24-11/28 No School- Thanksgiving Break

12/5 Hembree Springs Spelling Bee grades 3-5 @ 8:30 am

12/9 Conversational English and Math Resource Coffee @ 7:40am

We’re now looking for parent volunteers to lead our upcoming Hembree Springs Book Club discussions!

Dates & Books

· 3rd Grade: Tues, Nov 11, 10:40–11:15 am // The Case of the Snack Snatcher

· 4th Grade: Wed, Nov 12, 11:05–11:40 am // A Picture’s Worth a Thousand Clues

· 5th Grade: Thurs, Nov 13, 11:10–11:45 am // City Spies

What to Expect

· Meet with about 10 students in their classroom during lunch. We’ll send discussion questions ahead of time—reading the book is optional! Afterward, collect books and place them in the return box.

It’s 30 minutes and a fun way to connect with students. Sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C054FADAD2FAAFD0-58935991-november#/

🦃Please find the sign-up link below to help Ms. Linda and her team prep for the Thanksgiving Feast on 11/19!! This is a wonderful Hembree tradition but comes with a lot of extra work. Let's give our Thanks and volunteer! 🦃🍽

Link to signup: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C054FADAD2FAAFD0-59397385-thanksgiving

Parents and Caregivers of Pre-K and K children--join us to learn more about Vocabulary! All participants will receive strategies and activities to implement at home as well as picture books to build your home library.

Click on the flyer for more details and to register.

Our Student Council Ambassadors are leading a service project called Hearts of Hawks, collecting essential items for children in Jamaica who were affected by the recent hurricane.

We will be collecting canned foods, baby food and infant formula (ready-to-feed or powdered), and non-perishable snacks like granola bars and crackers next week, November 10th - November 14th .

This project gives our students a chance to show kindness and compassion by helping other children in need.

And here’s a bonus, the class with the most donations will win a popsicle party!🍦

Thank you for supporting our Hawks as they put their hearts into helping others! 💙

~Ms. Reynolds, Counselor

Dear Hembree Springs Families,

We’re thrilled to invite you to our Student Art Show on Wednesday, November 19th from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM in the Hembree Springs Elementary Gymnasium!

This special event coincides with our Thanksgiving Feast, making it a wonderful day to celebrate both creativity and community. Every student will have a unique piece of artwork proudly displayed, showcasing their imagination and artistic growth.

🎁 Fundraiser Opportunity – Take Home a Masterpiece!
Each student’s artwork will be professionally framed and available for purchase for \$30. Proceeds will support our school’s art program and future creative projects.

🛒 Purchase Options:

· Online Pre-Purchase: A QR code and link will be shared soon so you can conveniently buy your child’s framed art ahead of time.

· In-Person Purchase: You can also purchase the framed artwork during the event on November 19th.

If you choose not to purchase the framed version, your child will still receive their artwork—just without the frame.

We can’t wait to see you there and celebrate the incredible talent of our young artists!

Warmly,
Laura Stowers
Art Teacher, Hembree Springs Elementary

Queridas familias de Hembree Springs,

¡Nos complace invitarlos a nuestra Exposición de Arte Estudiantil el miércoles 19 de noviembre de 10:00 a.m. a 12:00 p.m. en el gimnasio de la escuela primaria Hembree Springs!

Este evento especial coincide con nuestro Banquete de Acción de Gracias, lo que lo convierte en un día perfecto para celebrar la creatividad y la comunidad. Cada estudiante tendrá una obra de arte única exhibida, mostrando su imaginación y crecimiento artístico.

🎁 Oportunidad de recaudación de fondos – ¡Llévate a casa una obra maestra!
Cada obra de arte estará enmarcada profesionalmente y disponible para su compra por \$30. Los fondos recaudados apoyarán el programa de arte de nuestra escuela y futuros proyectos creativos.

🛒 Opciones de compra:

· Compra anticipada en línea: Pronto compartiremos un código QR y un enlace para que puedan comprar la obra de arte enmarcada de su hijo/a con anticipación.

· Compra en persona: También podrán adquirir la obra enmarcada durante el evento el 19 de noviembre.

Si deciden no comprar la obra enmarcada, su hijo/a recibirá su arte de todas formas, aunque sin el marco.

¡Esperamos verlos allí para celebrar el increíble talento de nuestros jóvenes artistas!

Con cariño,
Laura Stowers
Profesora de Arte, Escuela Primaria Hembree Springs

As a Title I school, many of our students will be affected by the pause in in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits. Our community is committed to supporting our families during this time. The links highlights several local food pantry resources available to our families.

Resource List- English.pdf

Resource List - Spanish.pdf

Beginning November 1, our Free Little Library will also transform into a Free Little Pantry. Families are welcome to stop by the front of the school and take non-perishable items as needed. If you are able, we’d love your help keeping the pantry stocked by dropping off items to share. Don't have time to shop? Our PTA can also accept donations to support this effort. To contribute, please visit:

https://hembreespringselementary.givebacks.com/products/c836954f10e9.

Additionally, we are sending home weekend backpacks with non-perishable food items. Please let us know if your student would benefit from this support. You may reach out to Lucy Gilbert, Title I Parent Liaison. gilbertl2@fultonschools.org or at 470-254-9460 with any questions or to sign your student up for a weekend backpack.

Check out our next Spirit Night!! Instead of a restaurant outing, this time it's PARENTS NIGHT OUT! Hembree business partner Elite Skillz is offering a chance for the grownups in the family to have an adults-only evening while the kids have a blast. 🥳

Register the kids for this Spirit Night on Nov. 15. The hours are from 5-9 p.m. and cost is $35 ( will show as $45 when you register) with a portion of the proceeds benefiting our school. The fun includes an obstacle course, pizza dinner, active games, time in the kid cave (air hockey, foosball, basketball, action figures, Legos and more) plus a movie and popcorn. 🍿 Register at www.elitekidzevents.com.

Mark your calendars for International Family Fun Night! Join us for an evening of celebrating the diversity within our school and community on Thursday, January 15th from 5:30-7:30pm. Grab your family and come explore!

We are looking for volunteers to share what is wonderful about a country and culture. Please sign-up below. Please include your student's name in the sign-up.

If you are experiencing a financial barrier to participation, the PTA is sponsoring a limited number of $100 grants for your family to host a table. Please reach out to PTA President Janet Pelletier, janetr2626@hotmail.com for more information.

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C054FADAD2FAAFD0-59881888-international

Our Scholastic Book Fair is coming this November! Please stay tuned for more detailed information on volunteer opportunities and general information about the fair. With your support, we're looking forward to hosting another successful Book Fair this year!

Update: Classroom spelling bees were held this week. Parents of winners and runner-ups will receive a letter with more information next week.

The winner of each classroom spelling bee will advance to compete in the Hembree Springs annual school spelling bee on December 5, 2025 (date change). From there, the school champion will go on to represent Hembree Springs at the Fulton County School District Spelling Bee, held on January 10, 2026 at North Springs High School.

If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to Dr. Carrie McAtee, Curriculum Support Teacher, at mcatee@fultonschools.org.

Thank you for your support, and happy spelling!

Warm regards,
Dr. McAtee

✨ ELEVATE ELKINS ONLINE SILENT AUCTION IS LIVE!! ✨

The Elevate Elkins Silent Auction, supporting the PTSA, is now LIVE!!! Check out all the amazing items we have sourced for you—the level of support from local businesses has been incredible! Please consider bidding, and bidding often. We have an incredible lineup of items, from fine dining and spa certificates to family attractions, vacation homes, autographed sports memorabilia, pet services, and so more more. Lots of great stuff you likely already spend money on!

CLICK HERE TO SHOP AND BID!

The auction runs through November 16. Share with your family and friends!

Student Success Skills – Self Management

One important skill for all children to learn is self-control and how to manage their strong emotions. A child needs to learn how to manage their strong feelings without having a tantrum, hitting, yelling, or crying easily. When a child has good self-control, they make friends more easily and are more successful in school. Self-control helps kids think before they act. A child with good self-control is more resistant to peer pressure.

At home, you can help your child practice self-control by discussing and modeling ways to calm down if they start feeling strong emotions. You can discuss and practice together the TAKE 5 method:

1. Take five deep breaths.

1. Count to five on your fingers

1. Slowly count to five in your head.

1. Close your eyes and picture the hands of a clock moving five ticks

1. Put your head down and count to five.

Write these steps down and post them somewhere they can see them. Model the TAKE 5 strategies yourself when you are feeling angry about something. The next time your child gets mad – do the TAKE 5 steps together.

Have you heard your child mention anything about an app called Beanstack? It was introduced in the Media Center. Beanstack is a digital reading log that students can use to log the number of minutes they are reading. They can earn badges and rewards along the way. If your child is reading at school, home, daycare, etc. they can log their minutes and help us get closer to our goal. The following is a video explaining how to use Beanstack from home. You can always find your child's lunch number/student number in infinite campus or email Mrs. Soberanis: soberanis@fultonschools.org. Happy Reading!

How To Video: https://go.screenpal.com/watch/cZQTbzVSAkv

Each week the PE department will choose 4 All Star Athletes (2 students & 2 staff members). If your student enjoys hiking, swimming, baseball, softball, football, biking, etc. Please email a picture to marzetti@fultonschools.org.

Thanks,

Ms. Marzetti

We welcome lunch visitors, Monday-Thursday only. Please check in at the front desk before proceeding to the cafeteria.

Website: https://www.fultonschools.org/hembreespringses
Location: 815 Hembree Road, Roswell, GA, USA
Phone: 470-254-2902