Hirsch Hawk Herald

Dear Hirsch Hawk Parents and Guardians,

Thank you to everyone who came out for Curriculum Night! Your support means so much, and it shows just how committed our community is to helping our Hawks soar. This year, we need all hands on deck as we work together to move Hirsch from a “C” to an “A.” Our students deserve to attend an A-rated campus, and I know we can achieve it if we stay united—one band, one sound.

Our theme reminds us that this can be the most magical year yet. We want every Hawk to know they already have the magic inside of them and that with hard work and belief, they can reach for the stars.

Here’s how you can help at home:

• Daily Reading: Encourage your child to read every night. After reading, ask questions like:

  • What was the main idea of the story?

  • Can you summarize what happened in your own words?

  • Why do you think the character did that? (inferencing)

• Math Practice with iReady: Just 15 minutes a night on iReady can make a huge difference in building math skills and confidence.

It’s important to remember that our new accountability system counts every child’s growth. That means not only must we lift up struggling students, but our highest performers must continue to grow as well. If a student slips backward—even from Masters to Meets—our campus loses points.

Here’s an easy way to picture the achievement levels--Think of a house on a street:

• Low Did Not Meet / High Did Not Meet – I’m not in the driveway yet.

• Approaches – I’m passing, but still approaching the standard. (Think of being in the driveway.)

• Meets – I’ve reached grade-level expectations. (I’ve walked through the front door.)

• Masters – I’ve mastered the content and I’m more than ready for the next grade. (I’m in the kitchen, ready to eat!)

Even if your child hasn’t taken STAAR yet, the same idea applies—on mClass or MAP testing, they need to be in the green or blue zones to be “in the house.”

Together, we can make sure every Hawk moves forward. Use the Academic Guides below so you can see what your child is learning this year. Thank you for believing in our kids, for supporting our teachers, and for helping us create a magical year where our students learn that they can truly touch the stars.

With Hawk Pride,

Principal Patterson

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 links below to explore the Academic Family Guides(English) Academic Family Guides (Español). 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!

PTO needs your help to make this year's Trunk or Treat a night to remember for our young Hawks! Please consider volunteering for a festival game, setting up a trunk or donating items to make it a fun-filled safe night for our students!

We are also collecting bags of candy for the big night! The Hirsch House that collects the most bags will win a popsicle party and bonus house points! Let the games begin!

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C054BA4A722A6F8C34-58372925-fall#/

• October 6: Big Kahuna Fundraiser Ends
• 1st/2nd/CASE/ECSE Field Trip to Spring High Children's Show
• October 8: Hispanic Heritage Program (by Westfield High School)
• October 9: 5th Grade Music Program
• October 10:
• Fall Picture Day
• Report Cards Go Home
• Spanish Spelling Bee 8:30 a.m.
• October 13-17: Fall Break--NO SCHOOL
• October 21: 1st Grade Field Trip to the Zoo
• October 22: 5th Grade Field Trip to Houston Symphony at Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion
• October 24: Trunk or Treat/ Fall Festival
• October 25: Saturday School
• October 27 - 31: Red Ribbon Week
• October 29: Brighter Bites Distribution

On October 31, 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