Hardy Happenings
May 26, 2024
Dear Hardy Families,
It’s hard to believe we’ve reached the final week of the school year! What a year it has been! Thank you for being such an integral part of our Hardy community. Your support, partnership, and care make all the difference in our students’ experience. Mark your calendars! The first day of school is August 11!
Although this is our final official Hardy Happenings of the year, you’ll hear from me once more next week with a special summer edition! I’ll share summer camps, free programs, library reading challenges, and local opportunities to keep kids inspired. I’ll also include quick academic tips—like suggested reading minutes and simple questions to support comprehension—to help prevent the summer slide. I hope you’ll take a moment to explore the resources I’ve gathered to make your summer both fun and meaningful.
Your child will be receiving a special gift from me and the Hardy staff this week—a Hardy Owl keychain! Our hope is that your child takes their owl along on all their summer adventures. Snap a photo of your child with their owl and post it on Instagram, tagging us @HardyOwls. We’ll be reposting and celebrating all the amazing memories and travels happening in our community.
Let’s see where our Hardy Owls soar this summer—Take me with “hoo”! 🦉✨
As we head into these final few days, I want to thank you again for trusting us with your children. It is truly a privilege to lead this amazing school community.
With gratitude and Owl pride,
Mrs. Aragon
A Personal Note of Gratitude
I’m honored to share that I was recently selected as San Diego Unified’s Distinguished Elementary School Principal of the Year. To receive this recognition after completing my very first full year as your principal is incredibly humbling—and deeply meaningful.
Today, the Hardy staff surprised me with flowers and a beautiful gift, and I am overwhelmed by their thoughtfulness and kind words. I’m so grateful to be part of a team and community that leads with heart. Thank you for allowing me to be part of your child’s school experience. It is truly my joy and privilege to serve this school, and I look forward to all that lies ahead for our Hardy Owls.
PowerSchool Parent Portal
If you have not set up a Parent Portal Account in PowerSchool please do so ASAP. Beginning in the 25-26 school year, you will need this account to find out your child's teacher and turn in all beginning of the year paperwork! This portal continues to be of importance as your child goes through their schooling career so you can access report cards, test scores, grades and attendance.
You need a unique code to get started the first time, if you need assistance please reach out to our school librarian, Mrs. Curtin, and she will help you (mcurtin@sandi.net).
We’re Hiring: Join the Hardy Team!
Hardy Elementary is looking for a wonderful Noon Duty Assistant for the 2025–26 school year!
This part-time position is perfect for someone who loves kids, enjoys being outdoors, and wants to make a positive impact on our school community.
Position Details:
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Approximate Hours: 10:00 AM–12:15 PM
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Days: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
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Help supervise lunch and recess, build positive relationships with students, and keep our playground safe and fun!
If you or someone you know is interested, please reach out to our front office for more information at (619) 860-5700 or email Susan Daly at SDaly@sandi.net.
Principal Kristy Aragon
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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