HP Community,
As we wrap up this week and head into our holiday break, a reminder that school and offices are closed December 23-January 1st. School reopens for students and staff on Thursday, January 2nd.
We want to wish all of our families that celebrate a safe and peaceful Christmas, Hanukkah and Kwanzaa and a very happy and healthy New Year!
This week, students in grades 1-5 performed for family and friends on Wednesday evening and Thursday morning. Led by Ms. Park and Mr. Ward, the students did a wonderful job.
In sports news, The Boys Basketball Team won each of their scheduled games this week defeating Norwood and Closter. The Spartans earned their first win of the season on Monday against Norwood by the score of 37-35. The boys had a narrow lead throughout the game and showed toughness to maintain the lead in the end when Norwood made a late run. The Spartans played excellent defense and had timely baskets as well. The team was led in scoring by Andre Robinson's 14 points and Sean Blanchard who also added 10 points and tenacious rebounding. On Tuesday the boys won another thrilling game yesterday beating Closter by the score of 45-42. The boys held on to a lead most of the game behind clutch scoring from our 8th graders. The Spartans gave up the lead and fell behind by 7 points in the 4th quarter before making a great run and pulling out the victory. The boys were paced by the leadership and scoring of Andrea Robinson, Sean Blanchard and David Joo.
The Girls Basketball Team wrapped up an intense week of games on Thursday with 3 wins and 1 loss. The girls defeated Norwood, Closter, and Demarest, but lost a tough game in the last minute to Old Tappan. Paige Palmer, Maddie Plescia, and Sophie Donnelly led the team in points. Kami Bird, Eden Canarick, and Quinn Hutchinson also helped the Sparatans score this week. Addison Beezer, Chloe Han, Paige Radoian, Sammy Finer, Tierney Waldron, and Charlotte Forma showed great defensive skills. La Ajah Grayson, Grace Lynch, and Ayzah Malik worked hard on the court! The girls played so hard this week and will continue their season after the holidays!
From the Health Office: Parents/guardians, just a reminder to please keep your child home until they are fever, vomit and/or diarrhea free for 24 hours without medication. Email the nurses at hpnurses@hpsd.org if your child has been diagnosed with any communicable illness (strep, flu, etc.). Thank you for your cooperation.
As winter temperatures are upon us, please note that students will be outside for lineup and recess if the temperature is above 32 degrees. Please ensure students are dressed appropriately. Ms. Dell'Aquila places a sign on the door each morning indicating an indoor or outdoor lineup. Please note that we do take into consideration the wind chill factor. Indoor lineup does not begin until 8:25am.
SAVE THE DATE- PREK-2 FAMILIES - On January 30th at 6:30pm we will have a Family Literacy Night with read a louds and crafts. Details and RSVP to follow after the break!
Have a restful break HP, see you in 2025!
Jessica Nitzberg
Principal
January Happenings:
Holiday Recess - December 23rd - January 1st
School Reopens - Thursday, January 2nd
January 5th - HSA Winter Enrichment Registration Opens
January 6th - BOE Meeting 6:00pm APR
Friday, January 10th - Grade 2 HSA Movie Night
Monday, January 13th - Group 1 of 8th Graders to serve @ Soup Kitchen
Tuesday, January 14th - HSA Meeting Town Library 1:30pm
Friday, January 17th - Grades 5-8 Interim Reports
Community News
Please See Lacrosse Sign Ups Here: https://www.nvylacrosse.com/
See the Basketball Clinic Flyer below.
