Harding Elementary - Welcome Back!

August 2024

2024/2025 School Year Begins!

Welcome back for another fantastic school year at Harding Elementary! The entire staff is excited to see students filling the hallways, cafeteria, and classrooms this year. We are looking forward to establishing a safe and comfortable learning environment for all students while providing them with all the supports necessary to make each child feel successful.

Class Lists: Class lists will be posted on your child's DISMISSAL door on Friday, August 18th. Please stop by to gather that information.

* ES (Popejoy) - Door A

* K4 (Batchler/Petrone) - Door C

* K5 (Daugherty/Kelly) - Door G

* K5 (Emerich/Robinson) - Door I

* First & K4 (Flory/Setlock)- Door L

* Second - Door J

* Third - Door K (ramp)

* Fourth - Door F

* Fifth - Door C

The Harding staff will also have class lists ready for families when you visit our Open House on Wednesday, August 21st.

Throughout the school year, if you have any questions or concerns, please contact the office so we can help.

NEW Time Changes

The school day is now 9:20 am - 3:50 pm.
The breakfast door for K5 through 5th grade will open at 8:35.
The breakfast door for K4 students will open at 9:15.
Students will begin being marked late as they enter through the office beginning at 9:20.

Harding Important Dates

Wednesday, August 21st

Harding Open House

4:00-5:30

Monday, August 26th

First Day of School

Monday, August 26th - Thursday, August 29th

Dismissal at 11:20

K4 and K5 Half Days in the morning

Home Visits (K4)/Parent Conferences (K5) in the afternoon

Friday, August 30th & Monday, September 2nd

No School - Labor Day

Morning Entry and Afternoon Dismissal

- Ramp doors open at 8:35 for breakfast K5 through Fifth. K4 entry/breakfast is 9:15.

- Door C (6th Street by the light) is for First through Fifth grade.

- Doors G and I (back alley) is for K5 entry.

Communication is Key

At Harding Elementary, we strive to stay connected with families through a variety of resources. Here are a few tips to prepare for the school year.

- Make sure phone numbers and email addresses are up to date. The forms to do this will be sent during the first week of school. You may also contact our school office to update information.

- Be sure to have the Seesaw Class app downloaded onto your smartphone (picture shown). The app can connect you to teachers and office staff. Specific class codes will be shared by teachers during the first week of school.

- Like us on Facebook

First Week of School

K4 and K5 students - Students will report to school for a half-day Monday through Thursday (no school Friday, August 30th). Brunch will be served and students will be dismissed at 11:20am.

- K4 home visits will be in person. Also, K5 conferences will be held within teacher classrooms at Harding.

Your child's teacher will provide you with further information and conference times.

1st - 5th grade students - Students will report to school for a full-day Monday through Thursday (no school Friday, August 30). Breakfast and lunch will be served.

K4 Play and Learn

For families with children entering K4, our teachers have sent letters to you regarding Play and Learn. This is a special opportunity to schedule a time for parents and students to come into the classroom and learn specific routines, meet the adults in the room, and possibly make new friends! Please follow your teacher's directions or call the office (717-675-2138) to schedule a K4 Play and Learn time.

Breakfast

Breakfast will be served to any K4-5th grade student, free of charge. Breakfast doors will open along the ramp on 6th Street at 8:35 for K5-5th grade. Students who are interested in breakfast should arrive between 8:35 and 9:05 with school starting at 9:20 daily.

* K4 breakfast time and entry is 9:15 along the ramp on 6th Street.

Start of School

School starts at 9:20 each day. Please make sure your child is on time because we are eager to have fun learning right away. Teachers would love to start the day with your child's smiling face bright and early!

Arrival & Dismissal

Students will dismiss through the following doors:

* K4 (Batchler/Petrone) -

Door C

* K5 (Daugherty/Kelly) -

Door G

* K5 (Emerich/Robinson) -

Door I

* K4 (Flory/Setlock) and First - Door L

* Second - Door J

* Third - Door K (ramp)

* Fourth - Door F

* Fifth - Door C

iPads

Students will be assigned an iPad again this year in order to build critical thinking skills, promote collaboration, and use programs for Reading and Math. The iPads will remain at school daily to ensure iPads are charged and ready for instructional use in school.

PBIS

Harding teachers and staff continue to look for positive behavior in the classroom, cafeteria, hallways, and other areas in the school. Students can earn blue Standing Tall tickets by showing respectful, responsible, and safe behaviors. The tickets earn the student a chance to receive special recognition and prizes throughout the school year.

ARC

We will continue with our ARC program where students can enjoy books at their own reading level each day. Students will read independently for 30 minutes while in school. Beginning in October, students will be expected to enjoy books at home for at least 15 minutes with families.

Looking for Parents

You are always welcome to become a part of your child's experience at Harding Elementary. Harding's PTO (Parent Teacher Organization) works to plan assemblies, fundraisers, and special moments for our students. If you are interested, please reach out to Mr. Albright for more information: jalbright@lebanon.k12.pa.us

Join Our Team

Are you looking to start a profession with the Lebanon School District. Click here to find out how to apply for open positions within the district.

Parent Compact

The parent compact outlines ways in which Harding will be ensuring instruction will be held to high standards during the school year. Also, it includes ways in which parents can help support student learning at home to maximize academic growth in our students and your children.

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Harding Parent Compact - English

Harding Parent Compact - Spanish

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CHIP: Pennsylvania's Children's Health Insurance Program

Application - English

Application - Spanish

Student Accident Insurance

The 2024-2025 Student Accident Insurance form will be available on our website under the parent section if you want to purchase insurance. Injuries caused by accidents at school are only covered if the student accident insurance is purchased. Otherwise the parent, through your personal insurance, is responsible. A direct link can be found here.

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24-25 Lebanon SD Voluntary Student Accident Brochue.pdf

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Free Internet Access from Comcast - Click Here

Comcast offers free internet access to families who qualify. For more help, please contact the district.

Affordable Connectivity Program - Xfinity ACP Internet Credit by Comcast

The Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) is a replacement for the Emergency Broadband Benefit (EBB) - stay connected with up to $30/month for Internet.

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