Reminder for our Art Show tomorrow beginning at 6PM! We hope to see you there!
TONIGHT! - Strategic Planning Community Session #2 - 7:00 PM in the APR.
This evening's session will focus on the question, "Where do we see the Harrington Park School District in the future?" If you plan on attending this evening's session, please RSVP on the Strategic Planning webpage here: https://www.hpsd.org/o/hpsd/page/strategicplanning. Looking forward to seeing you there!
Already thinking about summer?! Summer Escape registration is officially open! Join us for fun and laughter at Harrington Park's enrichment program for students in grades Pre K-8 right here in the school! More info here: https://www.hpsd.org/page/spartan-summer-escape
Another 8th Grade Soup Kitchen visit in the books. #hp #projectpride #weare
Reminder: Today is a minimum session day for ALL students while staff have professional development. Dismissal is at 12:45 pm. Thank you!
Don't forget to watch and share our Hate Has No Place Here Video - our goal is 6 million views!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rBhmZH6UOQg
Read Across America kicks off next week! Monday is wear your cozy pajamas day!
Due to the inclement weather and school closure yesterday, the 8th Grade Have a Heart Event will be moved to tomorrow, Thursday, February 15th 3:15pm-4:15pm.
See you then!
Don't forget to wear your PJs on this Monday 2/12!
Thoughtful Thursday in 5th grade: learning about different perspectives using The Day the Crayons Quit in preparation for Linked!
5th Grade learning about African American Abstract Expressionist artist Alma Woodsey Thomas, known for her patterns, rhythm, concentric circles and color studies. She was a pioneer in the field of art and education, bringing art to children who were not allowed access to it in schools.
Last week's Thoughtful Thursday Upstander lesson in our 5-8 Math Classes #hp #weare
Thoughtful Thursday last week with students in 5-8 focused on exploring Self Respect #hp
Within the Holocaust education unit, 6th, 7th and 8th grade students collaborate to review Holocaust laws and decrees before putting them in the timeline. Thanks to Ms. Giannella and Mr. Ross for facilitating in the large gym these past two days.
Don't forget, tomorrow is a Blue & White Spirit Day!
SAVE THE DATE - Have a Heart Event
The annual 8th Grade Project Pride Have a Heart Event is scheduled for Tuesday, February 13th from 3:15-4:15. Tickets will be $3 to come and watch the 8th grade vs staff Volleyball Game! All money raised will go to The American Heart Association and The Children's Cardiomyopathy Foundation.
This week, families will receive a paper heart to decorate and send back with a $1. The paper hearts help Project Pride to raise funds and will be displayed in the large gym on the day of the event.
Outsiders Day! An HP 8th grade favorite tradition #hp #weare 💙
Our first of six Thoughtful Thursdays tied to One School One Story. After learning and further discussing about symbols of hate in the text Linked, 5th graders work together to generate symbols of peace and acceptance. #hp #linked #weare
The following afterschool activities at HP School are CANCELED for Tuesday, January 16th : Homework Helpers, HSA Enrichment and Boys & Girls School Team Basketball Practices.
*The YWCA After Care Program will be open with normal service.
“Darkness cannot drive out darkness, only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate, only love can do that.” - Martin Luther King, Jr.
The Harrington Park School District honors and remembers Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., whose words and deeds continue to resonate and inspire.