Hirsch Hawk Herald

Dear Hirsch Hawk Parents and Guardians,

We are excited to invite you to our Open House on Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. This is a wonderful opportunity for us to showcase the incredible growth and learning our Hawks have experienced over the past month.

The evening will begin at 5:30 p.m. with our Annual Title I Meeting in the cafeteria, followed by classroom visits from 6:00–7:00 p.m. During classroom visits, you will be able to see your child’s learning environment and connect directly with their teacher.

To help you make the most of your time, here are some helpful questions you may consider asking your child’s teacher:

• What are the most important skills my child will learn this year?

• How do you support students who need extra help?

• How can I support my child’s learning at home?

• What routines or strategies work best for my child in the classroom?

• How can I best stay informed about my child’s progress?

We know that when school and home work together, students achieve their highest potential. As we aim to move Hirsch Elementary from a C to a B campus rating, your partnership and support are more important now than ever.

Also, please note:

• Progress reports will go home on Friday.

• On Friday, students will have the opportunity to enjoy Chick-Fil-A for lunch. This program not only provides a special treat for students but also helps raise much-needed funds for our school. To help the day run smoothly, lunch deliveries will be limited. Use this https://form.jotform.com/ChickfilASpring/hirsch-elementary-school to place your child’s Chick-Fil-A order.

• Don’t forget to order your child’s school shirt using this

  • https://awpdesignit.com/hirsch_elementary_spirit_store/shop/home

Together, we are building unstoppable Hawks who are ready to soar. Thank you for being such an important part of our school community—we couldn’t do this work without you. We look forward to seeing you on Wednesday evening!

With gratitude and optimism,
Principal Patterson

We are pleased to announce our new partnership with SmartLab and Campos Engineering. Thank you to Campos Engineering for their generous donation of a project-based learning STEM lab that will greatly enhance the learning opportunities of our Hawk scholars. We look forward to integrating the SmartLab Curriculum into the Hirsch learning experience!

• September 10: Open House
• September 12: Chick-Fil-A lunch day--support our school and treat your child to Chick-Fil-A for lunch https://form.jotform.com/ChickfilASpring/hirsch-elementary-school
• September 12: Progress Reports Go Home
• September 13: Saturday School Begins (By invitation only)
• September 17: Brighter Bites Distribution
• September 18: Big Kahuna Fundraiser Kick-Off
• September 22: Trunk or Treat Candy Collection Begins

On September 12, you can order your child Chick-Fil-A for lunch, while also helping to support Hirsch Elementary! We are excited to offer six days throughout the school year where you can order a special lunch for your child! Each meal starts at $10.50. Use the link below to order! All orders must be received by 5 p.m. the day before delivery. https://form.jotform.com/ChickfilASpring/hirsch-elementary-school

Hirsch Elem PTO

Stay up to date on our PTO by following our PTO Facebook page:

https://www.facebook.com/HirschPto/

We're pleased to announce our continued partnership with Brighter Bites! This wonderful program offers our families fresh produce free of charge each month! This program is open to EVERYONE at our school, regardless of income. Please see the flyer below for more information and to sign up! Click the picture for the link, or use the link here: https://fs27.formsite.com/brighterbites/enroll23/fill?id82=707&id161=0

IF YOU WERE SIGNED UP LAST YEAR AND WANT TO CONTINUE, YOU MUST SIGN UP AGAIN WITH THE LINK ABOVE.

If you want to volunteer to help bag the pallets of fresh produce, then click HERE!

We want to show our Hawks that the sky is the limit when it comes to how high they can fly! On Wednesdays we ask all students and staff to wear their favorite college, university or military shirt!

https://www.schoolcafe.com/springisd

Please visit the website above to see the menus for each week. If you click on the third button (View Menus (as a guest)), you can navigate to Hirsch Elementary to see what's being served each week. Please be aware that menus can change due to available inventory.

• Parents may send treats to their child’s class.
• Only store bought cupcakes or cookies (no peanut butter or nuts)
• Sent with child or dropped at office
• Parent may NOT come to class
• Teacher’s discretion when to do cupcakes (not at lunch due to regulations)
• No goodie bags, balloons, etc.

We need you! We all know that parent involvement goes along way in ensuring our students' success! We want you to use your gifts and talents here at Hirsch!

How do I get involved?

Step 1: Complete the volunteer application.

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Step 2: Our Counselor will contact you once you have been approved to volunteer.

Step 3: Choose where you would like to help.

Volunteer Menu

• Reading Buddies
• Our young scholars are eager to read! Volunteer in 30 minute time slots to listen to students as they practice their reading skills!
• Brighter Bites Distribution
• We have partnered with Brighter Bites to bring fresh produce to our families for FREE! Sign up to help fill bags for distribution!
• Library Helpers
• Help shelve books and organize the library!
• Workroom Helpers
• Help make copies, cut out lamination, and deliver copies around the school!
• Classroom Helpers
• Help during classroom parties and special event days!
• Help decorate bulletin boards and classroom displays!
• Office Helpers
• Volunteers needed at 2:15 p.m. to distribute transportation changes to the classroom!
• Lunch Helpers
• Volunteers needed to help with PK and Kindergarten lunch!

Thanks to the 2022 Bond, Hirsch Elementary is receiving several improvements to our facilities, safety and security, and technology. Today, we are excited to share that our [new marquee] is up! Stay tuned for more updates as we continue enhancing our campus. #BondUpdates Click here