Principal's Message

  • Hello, Hassayampa Families!

     

    It's hard to believe we're already nearing the end of the first quarter! Though it feels like school just began, we've accomplished so much already. During my classroom visits, I’ve been truly impressed by the quality of instruction and the enthusiasm of our Hassayampa students. I’ve witnessed high levels of student participation, and the energy in our classrooms makes learning both engaging and exciting!

     

    Throughout the school year, we will continue to create opportunities for teachers and parents to collaborate, ensuring the best educational experiences for our students. Be sure to mark your calendars for Parent-Teacher Conferences, scheduled after Fall Break. These conferences will provide you with important grade-level goals and report card information. Our aim is to build strong partnerships with parents so that expectations are clear, and we can work together to help our students reach their full potential. Keep an eye out for your conference invitations!

     

    Please check your email for a message from Dr. Remondini, WUSD Superintendent. She has shared our annual Parent Survey. I have also included the link in this newsletter as well. This information is important to Hassayampa as it informs us on what is going well and what we need to continue to improve. I thank you for taking a few minutes today to complete this brief survey!

     

    October is shaping up to be a busy month! Please take a close look at the calendar of events and add important dates to your family calendar. I look forward to seeing you in October!

     

    We are well on our way to an excellent school year, and I appreciate your ongoing support.

    Best regards,

     

    Mrs. Hershkowitz

News

  • Here on our news page we will keep you posted on all upcoming events and activities. Check back often for any new developments!

  • PARENT-TEACHER COLLABORATION!

    Communication is essential! We encourage all parents to reach out to their child’s teacher with questions and concerns as we continue to strive for academic excellence. You will find teachers’ email addresses right here on our school website.  Many families enjoy the convenience of using Class Dojo for communication as well. Keep in mind that Class Dojo doesn’t necessarily alert the teacher when a message has come through. If there is a delay in communication, please contact the teacher through the school email. 

    It is important that the schools have your current contact information - email & phone. Please contact the school office to provide updates.

  • SCHOOL MORNINGS

    Students need to be on time and ready for school each morning! It is important to establish routines to reduce morning chaos. We recommend the following, but figure out what works for you and your family. 

    NIGHTLY:

    1. Lay out clean clothes, underwear, socks, and face covering. 
    2. Organize backpack and have it ready.
    3. Put a jacket with your backpack if needed.
    4. Brush teeth.
    5. Shower or bath with soap! (This can be in the morning)
    6. Read a bedtime story.

    MORNING:

    1. Shower or bath, if not done the night before.
    2. Brush teeth. 
    3. Brush hair.
    4. Put on clean clothes, underwear, and socks.
    5. Eat breakfast. (if eating school breakfast, arrive at 7:45)
    6. Get backpack and face covering.
    7. Arrive at school BEFORE 8 am. Classwork starts at 8:00.

    Thank you for your help in starting the day right!

  • A Note from the Health Station

    IF SICK, STAY HOME!

    We have to be certain that students who are ill stay home. If your child is running a fever, he/she may not return to school until he/she is fever free without medication for 24 hours. 

    According to the Maricopa County Dept of Public Health, more than half of elementary-aged children with COVID-19 report fever &/or headache. Fevers are the most common in preschool aged children.

    If your child is ill and must miss school, please give us a call to let us know - 928-684-6750.

    Should your child become sick while at school, you will be called to pick your child up. Make sure you are available or that you have a Plan B if you aren't available. Be prepared! 

    Symptoms

Drop Off and Pick Up Reminders

  • STUDENT DROP-OFF AND PICK-UP

    It is very important that all families understand the safety measures in place for our parking lot. Thank you for taking the time to review this information.

    The student drop-off in the morning is the parking lot in front of the stairs to the school. A staff member will be our greeter. A staff member will be on duty at 7:45 a.m.  Please do not drop your child off until you see someone on duty. For longer stops, please park and walk your child to the sidewalk. We do not permit students in the parking lot without an adult. For those times that you may need to be somewhere early, please make arrangements for your child to either ride the bus or be taken to school by someone else.  

    In the afternoon, parents may wait in the car line for their child to be sent to their car or park in the lot and wait for students at the gate. Again, we do not permit students in the parking lot unless escorted by an adult. Please do not call your child from the car as we will not allow him/her to enter the lot. This is for your child’s safety. Please follow the traffic flow through the parking lot and be courteous to drivers and pedestrians. Kindergarten students are the first to exit the building, and will come down the ramp. A staff member will be on duty at the ramp gate. No visitors will be permitted beyond the gate unless picking up preschool or needing assistance in the office. Please let the supervisor know which child is yours. Supervisors may ask for identification.

    Kindergarten through second grade release first - 3:10. Parents of third through fifth graders should arrive after 3:15. 

     Parking Lot

Reading Progress

Newsletters

  • CHROMEBOOKS!

    At this time, Hassayampa is fortunate to have one-to-one Chromebooks available in all classrooms. These Chromebooks have been paid for by a variety of grants as well as through our Tax Credit funds. We are grateful to our generous community for supporting us in this way!

    If you want to help support this technology, many classrooms still need headphones. 

    Thank you for your support!