1. Back to School Night Hollifield Station

2. Follow HSES PTA Facebook: “Hollifield Station Elementary PTA” Internet:www.HSESPTA.net

3. Boosterthon Fun Run- www.boosterthon.com www.boosterthon.com – September 30 th - October 9th – Students get donation $ for laps they will run/walk! – FUN RUN on Thursday, October 9th (pre-k -2 nd grade) and (3-5 th grade) runs in the morning. Come cheer your kids on!! – MORE INFO on www.hsespta.net and Facebook!www.hsespta.net PTA Main Fundraiser

4. Boosterthon Fun Run

5. 60% Curriculum Enhancement: sponsor assemblies and demonstrations that provide hands on learning which enhance classroom instruction. Last year we provided over 18 programs. 20% Family Fun: FREE social events for the whole family. Examples are Kindergarten Popsicle Social, Family Movie Night, Back to School Social, Family Bingo, February Dance, and the Year End Celebration. 12% Hospitality Committee: hosts activities for the school staff such as the Welcome Back to School lunch, dinners at conference times, and daily treats during Teacher Appreciation Week. 92% of budget goes right back to HSES children and staff! PTA Budget: Where do we spend our money?

6. To join or not to join, that is the question…..

7. We Need You!

8. Our Vision & Mission VISION Every student is inspired to learn and empowered to excel MISSION We cultivate a vibrant learning community that prepares students to thrive in a dynamic world

9. School News and Information Email Print Social media Web Face-to-Face Texts

10. HSES Keepin’ On Track via email Weekly News for Parents via email Emergency notices (school closings/delays): Sign up at www.hcpssnews.com via text and/or email www.hcpssnews.com How Parents Can Stay Informed

11. New HSES Website hses.hcpss.org

12. Student Information System / Parent Portal

13. October Leadership Measuring what Matters

14. Measures of Academic Progress (MAP)

15. MAP WARM-UP

16. PARCC

17. CogAT (Cognitive Abilities Test) - Grades 3-5

19. Growth Mindset & Effective Praise http://youtu.be/NWv1VdDeoRY

25. Healthy School Meals Breakfast $2.00/.30Lunch $2.75/.40 Point of Sale: PIN number for each student Parents manage payment at www.myschoolbucks.comwww.myschoolbucks.com Will accept cash or checks at this evening only Free and Reduced Meal Program applications available at HSES or online at applyforlunch.com

26. New Breakfast Items Breakfast Breaks (All Schools) All Components in One Bag Grab & Go Seven (7) Variations One Offered Each Day Milk and Fresh Fruit Offered As A Part Of The Breakfast

27. Contact Information Lisa Booth, Principal (lisa_booth@hcpss.org)lisa_booth@hcpss.org Tracey Albright, Assistant Principal (tracey_albright@hcpss.org)tracey_albright@hcpss.org Susan Castelbaum, School Counselor (susan_castelbaum@hcpss.org)susan_castelbaum@hcpss.org Nancy Hammer, School Psychologist (nancy_hammer@hcpss.org)nancy_hammer@hcpss.org

28. And now…. Grade 1: Cafeteria Grade 2: Media Center Grade 3: Cafeteria Grade 4: Media Center Grade 5: Gym Parents will visit classrooms after the team meetings.