Holliman Hornets Family Newsletter

I wanted to share a brief update with you regarding a planned medical leave I will be taking beginning January 23 for a non-life-threatening procedure. My anticipated leave is approximately 4–6 weeks, and I am hopeful to return by the end of February or early March.

During my absence, a substitute principal, Mrs. Charlee McElroy, has been secured to lead Holliman. Mrs. McElroy is the former principal of Sherman Elementary and is very familiar with Holliman’s students, faculty, staff, and daily routines. I am confident that you and your children will be in excellent hands.

Mrs. McElroy will be visiting Holliman this Wednesday and Thursday to further familiarize herself with specific building routines and to meet with our PTA. This transition time will ensure continuity and a smooth start when she officially steps into the role.

Thank you for your continued support and partnership. Holliman is a strong and caring community, and I am grateful knowing the school will be well supported while I focus on recovery. I look forward to returning soon.

Sincerely,

Dr. Cabana, Principal

*Here is a message that can be shared with your child

“Dr. Cabana will be out for a little while to take care of herself, but she will be back soon. Mrs. McElroy will be the principal while she is away, and school will continue as usual. Everyone at Holliman is working together to take great care of you.”

Please remember to call the attendance line whenever your child will be absent from school and to include a reason for the absence—even if it is to spend time with family. Providing a reason helps us better understand our students’ attendance patterns and identify when a child or family may need additional support from our attendance team.

Our goal is not to penalize absences, but to gain a clearer picture of what may be impacting attendance, such as a health concern, family situation, or travel.

If there is ever a barrier to your child arriving at school on time, we encourage you to reach out and let us know how we can help. There is a great deal that happens at the start of the school day, and arriving on time helps students feel settled and ready to learn. That said, we are always happy to welcome students to school—even if they arrive a little late.

Kindergarten: https://www. weareteachers.com/ kindergarten-science- activities/

Grade 1: https://www.weareteachers. com/first-grade-science- projects/

Grade 2: https://www.weareteachers. com/2nd-grade-science/

Grade 3: https://www.weareteachers.com/ 3rd-grade-science-projects/

Grade 4: https://www.weareteachers. com/4th-grade-science- experiments/

Grade 5: https://www.weareteachers. com/5th-grade-science- projects/

Our Kindergarten spots fill up quick! Register your incoming Kindergartener ASAP!

Remember to check the Warwick Schools Community Updates Webpage for the latest informational flyers to include:

Local events, lessons, sports registrations, camps and more!

Scan the QR code or visit https://www.warwickschools.org/page/community-updates

Please email our secretary, Miss Ann, ann.palumbo@warwickschools.org for assistance with a password change. Miss Ann is not able to add or remove information such as phone numbers and addresses.

Though all schedules and classroom assignments have begun to post on Aspen, we have been making updates as new students enter and programming adjustments are made. Please check Aspen frequently before the first day of school.

Email: kimberly.cabana@warwickschools.org
Website: holliman.warwickschools.org
Location: 70 Deborah Road, Warwick, RI, USA
Office Phone: (401) 734-3170 Extension 3 for Principal

Office Cell Phone (401) 871-4145 (for calls and text messages)