Hurricane Creek Elementary School

Good morning, Spring Break is on the horizon, and I know you're looking forward to time to recharge and enjoy family time with your student. What a wonderful chance to laugh, play and show off your hidden talents at our first ever Who We ART: Fine Arts Night, last Thursday! Stay tuned to our Facebook page for pictures from our special event. I hope you're planning to attend our parent teacher conferences on Thursday. Don't forget EARLY OUT at 1:40 that day. Take a look at The Patriot Press: Parent Edition as you plan your week... We are here for you; reach out if you need us. Jacqueline Vergason Principal, Hurricane Creek Elementary https://www.canva.com/design/DAE66jiWRmA/63qY_CxqPi0WBHez_FZQWg/view?utm_content=DAE66jiWRmA&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link&utm_source=publishsharelink

Hornets, don't forget to spring forward tonight!

Bryant Public Schools will host a food distribution TODAY (Tuesday, March 8), 4:00-5:00pm, behind Bryant Elementary. Families must have a student currently approved for free or reduced meals in the Bryant School District to qualify. Register ⇉ https://bit.ly/FoodBoxRegistration

Did you know that eating #schoolbreakfast fuels learning? A healthy breakfast leads to better concentration and memory, keeps students more alert, and helps with achievement in school. Our Food Service team serves nutritious school breakfasts to ensure students are ready to learn every school day. Try breakfast this week — it’s free! #NationalSchoolBreakfastWeek

On Tuesday afternoon (March 8) some of our older buses will be replaced with new buses. While your child's bus may have a new bus license number, ROUTE numbers will not change. The route number is the white number placed on the front and rear bumper of each bus. (The black number on the side, next to the door, is the license number, which will read 17-3-###. Do not reference this license number when looking for your route number.) Please remind your student to look for the white route number on the front and rear bumper. Route numbers will remain the same. Our staff members will help your student locate his or her new bus for the ride home on Tuesday.

Welcome to a busy week at The Creek... THIS THURSDAY is our Family Fine Arts Night: Who We ART, from 5-6:15. Don't miss it! Enter to win prizes from local businesses, and restaurants. Every student leaves with goodies. Our Book Fair kicks off this week! Check this week's issue of The Patriot Press: Parent Edition for all the details. Make it a great day or not, the choice is yours! Jacqueline Vergason Hurricane Creek Elementary, Principal https://www.canva.com/design/DAE6PM7XGw8/cBCKXl6etIBaM5-N_ZufTQ/view?utm_content=DAE6PM7XGw8&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link&utm_source=publishsharelink

On Monday we’re taking off with National School Breakfast Week. Encourage your child to eat {FREE} breakfast at school. We’ll have surprise visits from Elsa and Anna, Captain America, Stitch, Pokemon … you never know who might drop by! Elementary students will have the chance to win prizes with specially marked trays. The grade with the most breakfast participants for the week will receive an ice cream party (one grade per elementary school). So, don’t miss the fun—join us as we TAKE OFF with breakfast.

In two weeks, elementary schools will host Parent Teacher conferences. We’re happy to offer both in person and Zoom conferences. Parents will be contacted by your child’s teacher. All students will be dismissed early on March 17. School is closed on Friday, March 18 for professional development, so Spring Break starts a day early for students. #BonusDay

Our monthly district e-newsletter, Success Happens Here, is one way we share important information with our parents and community members. Please visit one of the links below to view the March 2022 edition. English: https://5il.co/16k7k Spanish: https://5il.co/16k7p

Bryant Public Schools will host a food distribution TODAY (Tuesday, March 1), 4:00-5:00pm, behind Bryant Elementary. Families must have a student currently approved for free or reduced meals in the Bryant School District to qualify. Register ⇉ https://bit.ly/FoodBoxRegistration

Something BIG is happening for our LITTLE ones! Will your child turn 4 years of age before August 1? Let us show you why Success Starts Here! Pre-K registration is March 7. Applications will be available for download or pick up at the Bryant Pre-K building, located next to Bryant Elementary.

Why take the annual climate survey? Whether you are a student, parent, staff or community member, Bryant is your school district. You have a vested interest in the success of Bryant Schools. Our Plan for Success, the strategic plan for Bryant Public Schools, establishes the goals which guide our school district. Your honest feedback helps determine if we are meeting these goals. Survey Link: bit.ly/ClimateSurvey2022

Good morning Parents, We are about to head into a very busy time of the year at The Creek! Parent teacher conferences, Fine Arts Family Night, Larry's Pizza Night, Spring Break, testing searson, and the list goes on and on. Follow our Facebook page to see daily calendar events and the happenings in our school. We want you to be involved! Enjoy our final February issue of The Patriot Press: Parent Edition. Have a great week or not, the choice is yours. Jacqueline Vergason Hurricane Creek Elementary, Principal https://www.canva.com/design/DAE5jwiVHD0/eO25DrspfarLE0wQSqdVBA/view?utm_content=DAE5jwiVHD0&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link&utm_source=publishsharelink

It’s Public Schools Week, so join us in saying thank you to the dedicated Bryant teachers and staff who have given their all, day after day, to ensure our children are not only educated, but supported and loved. And our students - well, they are the why: the reason we come to work each day and the reason why we're honored to do our work. We are #PublicSchoolProud and thankful to be part of our community.

DISTRIBUTION TODAY Bryant Public Schools will host a food distribution on Friday, February 25, 4:00-5:00pm, behind Bryant Elementary. Families must have a student currently approved for free or reduced meals at Bryant to qualify. Register ⇉ https://bit.ly/FoodBoxRegistration

Based on current conditions, all Bryant Schools will be open on Friday, Feb. 25. Administrators will assess road conditions beginning at 4am. If a decision is made to cancel or delay school in the interest of safety, parents will be notified as early as possible. You may consider having a plan for child care in case of last minute school cancellation. If you do not receive a notification in the morning, schools will be open.

REGISTRATION DEADLINE TODAY (2/24): Secure your spot at bit.ly/BPSJobFair22! Have you considered joining the Bryant Schools team of educators? We invite you to our Virtual Job Fair on Tuesday, March 1 from 5-8pm. Our District offers competitive salaries and a great retirement system! Visit https://www.bryantschools.org to learn more.

Heads up, Kindergarten and 5th grade parents… Graduation pictures will be Tues, March 1! That’s next week! If you would like to order ahead of time, you can go to mylifetouch.com to do so. You will be able to approve the proof before it is printed. OR you may order online after you receive the proof. See accompanying flyer for access code.

Due to the forecast for inclement weather and with student and staff safety in mind, Bryant Schools will be closed for onsite instruction on Thursday, February 24. This will be AMI Day 3. Students will be expected to complete their assignments, as completed work determines attendance for AMI days. Secondary students must log in to Google Classroom to be considered present. For AMI expectations and tips, visit https://bit.ly/Bryant_AMI. 

REGISTRATION DEADLINE TOMORROW. Secure your spot at bit.ly/BPSJobFair22! Are you a certified K-12 educator interested in being part of Bryant Public Schools? Join our Virtual Job Fair on Tuesday, March 1 from 5-8pm. Our District offers competitive salaries and a great retirement system! Visit https://www.bryantschools.org to learn more.