HP Community,
As we wrap up this week at HP, our annual 100th Day of School Food Drive is underway! Please see the below flyer with the needed items.
Please note that registration for Kindergarten is open. Please go to www.hpsd.org, select About Us and Admissions and be sure to select the 25-26 school year. Students must be 5 by October 1, 2025.
Our Kind Kids Club is running a Pajama Drive through the J.A.R. Project leading up to Valentine’s Day. Please see the below flyer for more details.
Attention 8th Grade Artists! If you are interested in painting a stool in the Art Room, our morning 8th Grade Mini Murals will begin on Friday, February 7th. Use the sign-up link below. Space in this class is VERY LIMITED with only 6 spots available so sign up early. The class will close once all 6 spots are filled. We will be meeting at 8:05 in the Art Room on the following Fridays: 2/7, 2/14 and 2/28. You MUST be available those mornings to participate. Click here to sign up. Questions? pidane@hpsd.org.
Attention Parents/Guardians of 6th and 7th Graders: The 2025 Yearbook can now be ordered by any interested 6th and 7th grader. Order forms were provided in homeroom but can also be accessed using the link: Order Form. Payment (checks made payable to Harrington Park Board of Education) must be handed in with the order form. All orders should be sent back to the school ATTN: Ms. Pidane. Deadline to Order: Friday, January 31, 2025. NOTE: 8th graders DO NOT need to order a book. Questions: pidane@hpsd.org.
Attention PreK to 5th grade students! Join the Class of 2025 for a night of fun, games, and creativity at Harrington Park School on Friday, January 31, from 6:00 to 8:00 PM! This event, hosted by our 8th graders and their parents, is the perfect opportunity for kids to enjoy. Parents, take a night off while your kids enjoy a safe, exciting evening with friends. We can’t wait to see you there! Click here: Registration For Kid's Night out
The HSA Spring Gala Fundraiser, “The HP Centennial Ball”, is just around the corner. All proceeds from this event and all fundraising directly benefit the Harrington Park School. Save the Date Wednesday, March 26th. Purchase tickets at www.hphsa.net
Please see the special Gala Contest below!
In sports news, The boys' basketball team finished a busy week of games yesterday with an exciting win over Norwood! The boys worked hard from start to finish and put forth a great defensive effort and timely shooting. The boys were led by Sean Blanchard's leadership and game-high 20 points. The boys also lost a tough game on Tuesday at the hands of an excellent OT squad. Despite the loss, 16 different Spartans got a chance to play and Will Pavone and Kellen Hutchinson also scored their first baskets of the season. The Boys will be in action on Monday when they play at Closter in the first round of the league playoffs. Good luck boys!
The girls' basketball team played an amazing game on Tuesday, beating the undefeated Old Tappan. This win moves the Spartans into the 1st place slot! The team also won their game against Norwood on Wednesday to finish out the regular season with 11 wins and 1 loss. Paige Palmer led the girls in scoring this week with 35 points. Kami Bird had 18, Sophie Donnelly had 17, Quinn Hutchinson scored 11, Eden Canarick had 8, Tierney Waldron and Paige Radoian scored 4, La' Ajah Grayson had 3, and Sammy Finer, Addison Beezer, and Ayzah Mailk scored 2 points. Charlotte Forma, Grace Lynch, Chloe Han, and Alyssa Criaris played well on defense. Maddie Plescia kept up the positivity on the bench while out with an ankle injury. The girls will move on to the second round of playoffs at home next Tuesday!
Have a great weekend HP!
Jessica Nitzberg
Principal
January & February Happenings:
Friday, January 24th- HSA 3rd Grade Movie Night
Monday, January 27th - BOE Meeting 6:00pm APR
Thursday, January 30th - PreK-2 Literacy Night - RSVP now Closed
Friday, January 31st - Spirit Day & Ice Pop Sale
Wednesday, February 5th -PreK-5 Global Day of Play (details to follow)
Friday, February 7th - 6th Grade Social 7pm.
Monday, February 10th - BOE Meeting 6:00pm APR
Wednesday, February 12th - 100th DAY of School!
Thursday, February 13th - SAVE THE DATE - PROJECT PRIDE HAVE A HEART EVENT! Details to Follow
Winter Break School Closed February 17th-21st
Friday, February 28th - Blue & White Spirit Day & Book Bonanza
Weekly Flyers:
HP 100th Day of School Food Drive
Kind Kids Club Pajama Drive
HSA Gala
HSA Gala Art Contest
Softball, Baseball & T-Ball Registration
Community News:
Please see attached Baseball-Softball-T Ball Registration
Registration is now open for Camp Innovation Summer 2025! Camp Innovation will be running again this summer from June 30-August 1 at Harrington Park School. The camp will run from 12:30-3pm unless you choose the lunch option with pickup from NVCamp. Further information and registration forms can be found on our website (www.campinnovationnj.com). Space is limited and will be accommodated on a first come first serve basis. Please register today to secure your spot! Any questions, please email us at CampInnovationNJ@gmail.com. Register today!