Hurricane Creek Elementary School

🎧 New Podcast Episode 🎧 In this month's episode, Dr. Alex Berry talks with Brenda Qualls, Computer Science teacher at Bryant High School, and Sabian Murry, Arkansas Congressional App Challenge winner and Class of 2023 President, about computer science. Dr. Berry also has a chat with BHS Internship Coordinators Lindsey Forga and Leah Lile about the amazing Internship Program offered to seniors. #CareerTechMonth bryantschools.org/podcast

Here is this week's issue of The Patriot Press: Parent Edition. Make it a great week or not, the choice is yours! Jacqueline Vergason https://www.canva.com/design/DAFbumCycRA/-qx5wtMFCA8yVqVYd2R6rA/view?utm_content=DAFbumCycRA&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link&utm_source=publishsharelink

Why #TeachBryant? Our educators share why they 💙 being part of Bryant Schools. Interested? Join us for our Job Fair coming up on Monday, February 27, 4:30-6:30pm at Bryant Middle School. We’re hiring teachers, paraprofessionals and other staff positions. Learn more at bryantschools.org/jobfair. https://youtu.be/JphesO671iI

Why #TeachBryant? Our educators share why they 💙 being part of Bryant Schools. Interested? Join us for our Job Fair coming up on Monday, February 24, 4:30-6:30pm at Bryant Middle School. We’re hiring teachers, paraprofessionals and other staff positions. Learn more at bryantschools.org/jobfair. https://youtu.be/JphesO671iI

We're celebrating School Bus Driver Appreciation Day tomorrow. Please take time to say "thank you" to your bus driver. Families may download and print one of the postcards to present to their driver(s). Let's show our drivers some love! Postcards ⇉ https://bit.ly/3JnZo1i

Hello HCES Families, I want to give a "Shout Out" to our Student Leadership Team and Ms. Dockery for their No Cell Phone in a School Zone Campaign last week. If you dropped off or picked up your student as a car rider, you were probably greeted by the smiling kiddos wearing the green t-shirts, holding signs and distributing bookmarks to remind all parents to "Bookmark Our Words: No Cell Phones in a School Zone." ​Our mission statement is focused on keeping our students and staff safe. Thank you for joining us in sharing that mission.​ Also, remember our school day begins at 7:45, and ends at 3:10. Please have your child to school on time everyday, unless you are sick or have an appointment. Teach your child the importance of attending school... Help them be an Attendance Hero!  There are many opportunities for your family to get connected with our school in the upcoming weeks. Take a look at this week's Patriot Press for Parents, and mark your calendars for these fun events at The Creek... Make it a great day or not, the choice is yours! Jacqueline https://www.canva.com/design/DAFa9K2NztM/EujgpovjHVgP8FyzEcximQ/view?utm_content=DAFa9K2NztM&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link&utm_source=publishsharelink

ALL students will be dismissed early on Thursday, February 16 for secondary parent teacher conferences.

February 14 is a special day students look forward to celebrating. We love our Hornets, too, but deliveries interrupt the learning taking place in our classrooms. Bryant Schools do not accept deliveries at school on Valentine’s or any other special days. Please share gifts with your children at home. Have a Happy Valentine’s Day!

Bryant Pre-K registration is OPEN from February 13-24. Application packets available online or at the Pre-K building next to Bryant Elementary. Visit bryantschools.org/prek-registration for more information. #SuccessStartsHere

Hello HCES Families, As you know, party days are fun, but busy! Therefore, we need your help to ensure the day goes smooth and remains orderly. Please note the following about tomorrow's party day... See Flier... If you have questions about the party, message your student's teacher. We are thrilled for you to be a part of this exciting day for your child. Thank you for understanding and honoring the above information. Jacqueline Vergason

Hello HCES Families, I hope you're feeling some love this week as we approach one of the happiest holidays of the year. Our students are looking forward to their Valentine's Day festivities on Tuesday! Please look over the visitor expectations if you're planning to attend the fun. There are some upcoming activities that you'll want to add to your calendar, so take a look at this week's Patriot Press; Parent Edition. Make it a great day or not, the choice is yours, Jacqueline Vergason https://www.canva.com/design/DAFaUW3hp2o/eONCFR5WUUNRdUeaeqqO5Q/view?utm_content=DAFaUW3hp2o&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link&utm_source=publishsharelink

Mayor Allen Scott has proclaimed February 12 as Bryant Hornet Day in honor of the Hornet Football Team's fifth 7A State Championship. It's a Great Day to Be a Hornet! #212 #Champs #BryantProud

Hello HCES Families, Our Valentine's Party is only 4 days away. We need your help to ensure the day goes smooth and remains orderly. Please note the following about next Tuesday's party day... See Flier... We are thrilled for you to be a part of this exciting day for your child. Thank you for understanding and honoring the above information. Jacqueline Vergason

Something BIG is happening for our LITTLE ones! Bryant Pre-K registration begins next week (February 13-24). Applications will be available starting Friday, February 10. Visit bryantschools.org/prek-registration for more information. #SuccessStartsHere

Bryant Public Schools will host a Job Fair on Monday, February 27, 4:30-6:30pm. We invite interested candidates to come by Bryant Middle School and learn about exciting opportunities in Bryant Schools. The Job Fair is a great way to connect and network with administrators and program directors. Openings include full and part-time positions for teachers and other support staff members such as food service, custodial and bus drivers. Learn more at bryantschools.org/jobfair. Register today!

Be part of our phenomenal band program! Fifth grade students and parents are invited to attend the instrument showcase night at your school. 🎶🎼🎵

PARENTS OF 3RD-5TH GRADE STUDENTS Should your child be evaluated for gifted services? Students who require gifted education often think about topics in different ways from their peers and make connections their peers do not. Students identified as gifted require services from a gifted certified teacher to support academic growth, social emotional needs, and provide enrichment and extensions beyond the grade level classroom. For additional information or to request a referral for your child, visit our website: https://www.bryantschools.org/page/gifted-program

Today is the beginning of National School Counseling Week 2023, "Helping Students Dream Big". The week focuses on celebrating & highlighting our outstanding Bryant counselors. Thank you for creating safe and supportive environments for our students!

Hello HCES Families, I know Punxsutawney Phil saw his shadow on Groundhog Day last week, but I'm hopeful we don't have 6 more weeks of winter weather. I am excited to see 60 degree temperatures in this week's forecast. Our students are ready for some outside recess! Our girls and their father figures sure had a wonderful night of dancing and laughing Saturday. We are grateful to Fellowship Bible Church for joining our PTO to put on this outstanding event. Stay tuned for details about our Mother Son Event this spring! Take a look at this week's Patriot Press Parent newsletter for all the upcoming events. Make it a great week or not, the choice is yours! Jacqueline Vergason https://www.canva.com/design/DAFZqEI4sU8/04VULu5mfVAT95-o4qQWfA/view?utm_content=DAFZqEI4sU8&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link&utm_source=publishsharelink

Our district e-newsletter, Success Happens Here, is one way we share important information with our parents and community. Please visit one of the links below: English: https://5il.co/1odg5 Spanish: https://5il.co/1odg4