Hirsch Hawk Herald

Dear Hirsch Hawk Parents and Guardians,

Thank you to all of the families who joined us for our Family Valentine’s Dance on Friday! It was a beautiful evening filled with smiles, laughter, and special moments. We hope you were able to make lasting memories with your child—we certainly enjoyed celebrating with you.

As we head into this week, we want to highlight a few important dates and reminders.

Monday – Presidents Day
On Monday, we celebrate Presidents Day, a federal holiday that honors the leadership and legacy of our nation’s presidents, particularly George Washington and Abraham Lincoln. Over time, the day has come to recognize the contributions of all U.S. presidents and the role leadership plays in shaping our country.

Presidents Day reminds us of the importance of civic responsibility, perseverance, service, and leadership—values we work to instill in our students every day. It’s a great opportunity to talk with your child about what leadership means and how they can make a positive difference in their own community.

Tuesday & Wednesday – Intervention Days
Tuesday and Wednesday will be our Intervention Days, dedicated to providing targeted support for invited students who require additional time to close academic gaps. If your child received an invitation, please ensure they are present and on time. These small-group opportunities are intentionally designed to strengthen skills and build confidence.

Thursday – Parent/Teacher Conference Day
Thursday is Parent/Teacher Conference Day. This is an important time for you to receive updates on your child’s academic progress, ask questions, and partner with teachers to support continued growth.

Friday – Student Holiday
Friday is a student holiday, as our teachers will be engaged in professional development. This time allows our staff to refine instruction, strengthen systems, and continue learning so we can better serve your children.

We hope this mid-winter break allows students to get needed rest, benefit from intentional small-group instruction, and gives families meaningful time to connect with teachers about student progress.

As always, thank you for your partnership and continued support. Together, we are ensuring every Hirsch student has what they need to succeed.

With appreciation,
Principal Patterson
Hirsch Elementary

• This February, Spring ISD proudly celebrates Black History Month by honoring the diversity that makes our district special — from students and teachers to principals and essential staff — all working together to build a community rooted in learning, growth, and belonging.

The 2026 theme, “A Century of Black History Commemorations,” marks 100 years since Dr. Carter G. Woodson launched Negro History Week in 1926. It highlights the evolution of Black history celebrations, their impact on society, and our ongoing commitment to ensuring an accurate and inclusive history for all.

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Want to learn more about your child’s strengths and growth? MAP Growth is a computer test given three times a year that adapts to your students’ answers. It helps teachers personalize learning and families track progress. Learn more about MAP Growth and how to read your Family Report: What is MAP Growth? ¿Qué es MAP Growth?

Did you ever wonder what your child is learning in class right now—and how you can support them at home? We’ve got you covered! Please click the following link to explore the 2nd Quarter Academic Family Guides. These resources give you a snapshot of what your child will be learning during the first nine weeks of school, along with simple ways you can help reinforce that learning at home. At Spring ISD, we believe it takes all of us—you, your child’s teachers, the principal, and the entire district—working together as one team to give our scholars the very best. Thank you for partnering with us in your child’s success!

• February 16: President's Day -NO SCHOOL
• February 17-18: Intervention Days-School ONLY for invited students
• February 19: Parent/Teacher Conference Day
• February 20: Student Holiday-NO SCHOOL
• February 25: Brighter Bites Distribution
• February 26: 3rd Grade Music Program
• February 27: Kindergarten Field Trip
• February 28: Saturday School

On March 13, 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://skoolbites.app/order/hirsch-elementary

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!

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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.

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