Hurricane Creek Elementary School

Hello Parents, Just a friendly reminder that Thursday, September 29, is an Early Out day for us. HCES will release at 1:40. Please make sure you plan accordingly. We would like you to notify the office, and your child's teacher by 11:00am of any transportation changes. If you have any questions, please call our office at 501-653-1012. Thank you, Jacqueline Vergason

The Hornet Hour podcast launches today! The first episode focuses on school safety with Superintendent Karen Walters. Bryant’s Teacher of the Year, Amber Leaton, talks about her experience as a semifinalist for Arkansas Teacher of the Year. Join host Dr. Alex Berry and listen on your favorite podcast platform: https://youtu.be/SoesZe6rchE   https://anchor.fm/hornet-hour   https://open.spotify.com/show/4laKxZBNB1ZZPBLlOFCx5j

It’s almost time to #GoGold! All Hornets are asked to wear gold on Friday, September 23 to bring awareness to childhood cancer. Share photos with the hashtag #HornetsGoGold. We are also asking students to donate $1 and staff to donate $2. All donations will be given to Arkansas Children’s Hospital Hematology/Oncology Child Life Department to support children with cancer and their families. Thank you to Hill Farm teacher Tara Begoon and her son Easton, a 7th grade student at Bryant Middle School, for sharing their childhood cancer journey. https://youtu.be/zdcvgj5leD4

The Bryant School Board meets monthly. Following each regular meeting, Bryant Public Schools will post a School Board Recap. We hope this short summary will provide our parents and community members with user-friendly information about decisions being made at school board meetings.  See below for links to the the September 2022 meeting recap: English: https://5il.co/1i8bn Spanish: https://5il.co/1i8bm

Introducing our first "Did You Know?" video, a new series on education related topics. Learn how completing a Free & Reduced Meal application helps our families and our district! English: https://youtu.be/OnGqfGZOlE0 Spanish: https://youtu.be/aZgxAlNR9T8

Good morning and welcome to another week of school! There are great things happening at The Creek. Take a look at this week's Patriot Press: Parent Edition for the latest calendar dates and upcoming events. September will be over before you know it... Make it a great day or not, the choice is yours! Jacqueline Vergason https://www.canva.com/design/DAFMoAqd2nM/zQj1MM8GsuTXyzT2OUv_IA/view?utm_content=DAFMoAqd2nM&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link&utm_source=publishsharelink

September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month to bring attention to pediatric cancer, the leading cause of death by disease for children under the age of 14. The color gold and the gold ribbon are symbols of support for children affected with cancer. All Hornets are asked to #GoGold on Friday, September 23 to show your support. Wear gold clothing/accessories or wear a gold ribbon. We are asking students to donate $1 and staff to donate $2. All donations will be given to Arkansas Children’s Hospital Hematology/Oncology Child Life Department to support children with cancer and their families.

Who is ready to have lunch with their student? Well, the wait is almost over...next Monday, September 19, we will open our cafeteria to parent visitors. With safety and supervision as our top priority, please understand we have strict guidelines in place to make sure our students remain safe, our cafeteria routines remain organized, and the instructional environment is not interrupted. Read over our Lunch Visitor Expectations, including our lunch schedule, as you make plans to have lunch with your child. Those were emailed to parents. As always, your partnership is essential to your child's educational success. If you need anything, please call our school office at 501-653-1012. Make it a great day or not, the choice is yours! Jacqueline Vergason, Principal

Hello Parents, This week's issue of The Patriot Press: Parent Edition is filled with lots of information, so read carefully as not to miss anything. Remember, you can follow our Facebook page @Hurricane Creek Elementary for the latest events, and inside peek at the great things happening at The Creek. We appreciate your partnership as we aim to provide a safe, respectful environment with high levels of learning for all. Make it a great day or not, the choice is yours! Jacqueline Vergason, Principal https://www.canva.com/design/DAFL76zgz_o/qXcpI78j3zrDAAJwZYa-Tw/view?utm_content=DAFL76zgz_o&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link&utm_source=publishsharelink

Parents as Teachers (PAT) is hosting a meet-and-greet on Tuesday, September 20, 6pm, at Bryant Elementary School. Learn more about the FREE program and services provided for children ages birth - five (not kindergarten eligible.) 

Don't miss the chance to order your student a yearbook to capture the memories of the 22-23 school year. See the website on the flier below to place an online order. Please do NOT send money to school...all orders must be placed online or call the number on the flier. Yearbooks will arrive at HCES in May, and be distributed the last week of school. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Oi_0ZnvsTxYTG1iGzctzlnYEvOKf06S3/view?usp=sharing

Don't miss this video of Mrs. Vergason discussing positive behavior incentives at The Creek...great talking points for you and your student. #PatriotPower #WhoWeAre https://drive.google.com/file/d/1d2MNTgMZBzjyGj6PWXciOkOyVjtZVUFK/view?usp=sharing

A Message from Mrs. Vergason ... https://www.canva.com/design/DAFLWYB4EHc/CUSTQnlaImLIQepus4cvpQ/view?utm_content=DAFLWYB4EHc&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link&utm_source=publishsharelink

Click the link below for a message about upcoming assessments for our K-2 students. https://drive.google.com/file/d/18vczrX9-TGlE_rjbJQKc9MGE2PjuAIf6/view?usp=sharing

Welcome to week TWO! Here is a link to our weekly newsletter, The Patriot Press: Parent Edition, to keep you in the loop. https://www.canva.com/design/DAFKqh8LrkA/i9bSE7td96Y5BgjpSK7V0g/view?utm_content=DAFKqh8LrkA&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link&utm_source=publishsharelink

The Bryant School Board meets monthly. Following each regular meeting, Bryant Public Schools will post a School Board Recap. We hope this short summary will provide our parents and community members with user-friendly information about decisions being made at school board meetings.  Links to the the August 2022 meeting recap: English: https://5il.co/1gqtk Spanish: https://5il.co/1gqtj

Join us tonight for the biggest Salt Bowl community pep rally ever! Everett Buick GMC has big plans to make it unforgettable, so don't miss it. Come out starting at 6pm for vendors, food and music. Bring the crowd, the noise, and the fun to show your Hornet spirit. 📣🥁🏉

Buses may run behind the first week of school. We have many new drivers and riders, so delays should be expected in the afternoons. All students will be dropped off safely, but it may be a later time than anticipated. Bus drop off times will continue to improve as we move past the first week. Thank you for your patience as we work to transport over 4,500 students to school and home each day. We hope your Hornets had a great first day of school!

Join us on Tuesday at 6:30pm to yell, scream, and cheer our Hornets on to another Salt Bowl victory! #SaltOnTheRock #SaltBowl2022

Bus routes and bus stop times are now available in infoFinder i. Locate infoFinder i through the Bryant Public Schools app or at bryantschools.org/page/transportation. Select Bus Routes. Our Transportation team members will be available at open houses this week to answer your questions. Call the Transportation Office at 653-5150 for assistance or additional information.