HES Shark Scoop

October 6, 2023

Ms. Joy

FIN-tastic HES Sharks

Dr. Cutone

January 17, 2025

Dear HES Caregivers,

What a joyful week it's been at Harwich Elementary! Our young learners continue to shine with enthusiasm and kindness. From collaborative classroom projects to the smallest acts of friendship on the playground, their positive energy is truly contagious!

This week's All Shark Meeting was particularly inspiring. Our fourth-grade ambassadors took the stage to lead a powerful presentation on empathy. Through self-written skits, colorful posters, and engaging Canva presentations, they reminded us all about the importance of understanding and sharing the feelings of others. A huge "fin-tastic" to our fourth graders for their hard work!

Of course, the highlight of the week was this morning’s surprise dusting of snow! The sheer joy and wonder on our Sharks' faces was a magical reminder of the simple pleasures of childhood.

Looking ahead, please remember that school will be closed on Monday, January 20th, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. I encourage you to take this opportunity to discuss Dr. King's legacy of peace and equality with your children.

As always, I am here to partner with you in supporting your child's success. Please don't hesitate to reach out if there's anything I can do to assist you. Have a wonderful, long weekend!

Warmly,

Christie

4th Graders Think Critically about Caldecott Award Contenders

Yippee Ki-Ya Yoga

All Shark Meeting - Empathy

Shark Bites: Join us for lunch next week!

Mark Your Calendar

Monday, January 20 -- Holiday NO SCHOOL

Wednesday, January 29 -- Early Release 1:20 pm Dismissal

Tuesday, February 11 -- All Shark Meeting 8:00 am

Wednesday, February 12 -- Early Release 1:20 pm Dismissal

February 17-21 -- Winter Break NO SCHOOL

Wednesday, February 26 -- Early Release 1:20 pm Dismissal

MCAS Schedule

Thank you in advance for avoiding unnecessary absences, tardies, or early dismissals on these testing dates.

Call the Attendance Line If Your Shark Is Absent

Per the handbook, if your child is unable to attend school, please enter the absence in PickUp Patrol and/or call our designated attendance line, 617-848-0115, as early as possible. Soon after arrival, our office staff begins to call the caregivers of absent students if we haven't already heard from them. This is important, as we want to ensure that all students are safe. Your phone message with the reason for the absence is all we need. While an email to the teacher is helpful, it sometimes doesn't make its way to the office staff. Thank you for your help!

MRSD Portrait of a Graduate

PTO Updates

Community Resources and Events

Important Links

Special Education Parent Advisory Council (SEPAC)

Early Childhood Programs & Resources

HES Staff List

HES Student Handbook

Bureau of Special Education Appeals

The Bureau of Special Education Appeals, which derives its authority from both federal and Massachusetts statutes and regulations (the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act; "IDEA"; MGL ch.71B; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973) conducts due process hearings and renders Rulings and Decisions concerning eligibility, evaluation, placement, individualized education programs (IEP), provision of special education and procedural protections for students with disabilities.
To join an Informational Session: https://www.mass.gov/service-details/mediation-and-facilitation-informational-sessions
To learn about BSEA Mediation: https://www.mass.gov/mediation-at-the-bsea
To learn about Hearings at the BSEA: https://www.mass.gov/due-process-hearings

Did you know? Past issues of the HES Shark Scoop can be found on our website at https://hes.monomoy.edu/news/hes-shark-scoop.

Stay in Touch

Dr. Christie Cutone, Principal

Ms. Allyson Joy, Assistant Principal

Email: ccutone@monomoy.edu
Website: https://www.monomoy.edu/Domain/9
Location: 263 South Street, Harwich, MA, USA
Phone: 508-430-7216
Twitter: @monomoyschools

HES Shark Scoop

October 6, 2023

Ms. Joy

FIN-tastic HES Sharks

Dr. Cutone

January 17, 2025

4th Graders Think Critically about Caldecott Award Contenders 4th Graders Think Critically about Caldecott Award Contenders

Yippee Ki-Ya Yoga Yippee Ki-Ya Yoga

All Shark Meeting - Empathy All Shark Meeting - Empathy

Mark Your Calendar Mark Your Calendar

MCAS Schedule MCAS Schedule

Call the Attendance Line If Your Shark Is Absent Call the Attendance Line If Your Shark Is Absent

MRSD Portrait of a Graduate MRSD Portrait of a Graduate

PTO Updates PTO Updates

Community Resources and Events Community Resources and Events

Important Links Important Links

Bureau of Special Education Appeals Bureau of Special Education Appeals