Active COVID Cases Snapshot:
HHS : 0,
North Middle School : 1-3,
South Middle School : 1-3,
Adventure Elementary : 1-3,
Endeavor Elementary : 0,
Explorer Elementary : 1-3,
Freedom Elementary : 1-3,
Horizon Elementary : 0,
Journey Elementary : 0,
Liberty Elementary : 1-3
This learner is new to Horizon this school year and has quickly become a great friend and helper to other students at Horizon, new and returning! We shared in the #GoodNewsCallOfTheDay with mom. @pringarrett
A reminder there will be no school on Monday, September 5th. 🇺🇸🐾
Mrs. Christensen spotted this learner out in the community taking a responsible risk in a hula hoop contest that he won. He shared his talent with his PL Cohort this morning. #GoodNewsCallOfTheDay #SFCanaries @pringarrett
Tune into Episode 3 of our podcast for special guests Mr. Shane Wuebben, Fine Arts Director, and Mr. Jim Altenburg, Activities Director as they share the lineup of our fall activities at the elementary level all the way up to high school - including Tiger Bowl this weekend!
This learner was nominated by Miss Sandvig for #GoodNewsCallOfTheDay for showing respect by utilizing his manners in interactions with staff and students. #TigerProud @pringarrett
This learner was nominated by Mrs. Poppinga for #GoodNewsCallOfTheDay for going above and beyond sharing her materials with a classmate for a project! @pringarrett
HHS : 1-3,
North Middle School : 0,
South Middle School : 1-3,
Adventure Elementary : 1-3,
Endeavor Elementary : 1-3,
Explorer Elementary : 1-3,
Freedom Elementary : 1-3,
Horizon Elementary : 4,
Journey Elementary : 0,
Liberty Elementary : 1-3
Homecoming is just around the corner! Check out Peachjar tomorrow for full details. 🐾
Parade float sign-up can be found here:
🔗 https://bit.ly/3Q0mFJE
This learner came to the office, used her exceptional manners, waited patiently and gave a smile on her way back to class. Mrs. Decker nominated her for the #GoodNewsCallOfThe Day! @pringarrett
This learner saw a friend struggling with zipping his jacket and jumped right in to help him! He was persistent even though it was a tricky zipper! Ms. Hansen nominated him for the #GoodNewsCallOfTheDay @pringarrett
When the fire alarm rang this learner took care of her needs, quietly walked outside, and was a role model for her class. We surprised mom with the #GoodNewsCallOfTheDay ! @pringarrett
This learner started her day helping to move a backpack out of the middle of the hallway and reminding a classmate to put it in the locker. Mom enjoyed sharing in the #GoodNewsCallOfTheDay. @pringarrett
This new learner was nominated for #GoodNewsCallOfTheDay for easily interacting with peers, listening & responding, taking responsibility for his needs & being very respectful of teachers/staff. We are excited to welcome him to Team Horizon! #FirstDayOfSchool
Active COVID Cases Snapshot:
HHS : 1-3,
North Middle School : 1-3,
South Middle School : 0,
Adventure Elementary : 1-3,
Endeavor Elementary : 0,
Explorer Elementary : 1-3,
Freedom Elementary : 0,
Horizon Elementary : 0,
Journey Elementary : 0,
Liberty Elementary : 1-3
Online tickets will be available for purchase for all Tiger Bowl events starting tomorrow! Tiger Bowl is Saturday, September 3rd throughout the day. 🐾
🔗 https://bit.ly/HSDTICKETS
🎟 Season Passes are now also available for purchase online!
Episode 2 now available for download wherever you get your podcasts!
There is still time to apply online! The Free & Reduced Meal Application can qualify you for more than just meals. You could qualify for school-related scholarships and discounts on college and testing fees.
You can complete the Free & Reduced Meal Application through your Parent Portal account to ensure your child is ready for the first day of school. Once you’re logged in, click the More tab. PLEASE NOTE: If you filled out an application last year, you still need to complete one for this school year.
Questions? Contact Chris Beach, Child Nutrition Director 605-743-9031
With every new school built over the last 20 years, the school board and administration anticipated and planned for future growth. Our most recent growth challenges are in Harrisburg proper, where new subdivisions have accelerated already rising student enrollment. Liberty Elementary is at capacity. Three of the new developments are located in the Liberty school zone, increasing the need for additional space. Last year, the Tiger Reserve program was moved to Adventure Elementary to make more room at Liberty. Additionally, Head Start and Jr. Kindergarten was moved from Liberty to Freedom. There are also four new developments currently underway in the Freedom school zone which will also push Freedom closer to capacity in the near future.
The school board’s commitment has always been to build the right size at the right time, without raising the mill levy and imposing any new burdens on taxpayers. The District has been able to do this through the continued growth in property valuation with the addition of new neighborhoods and businesses coming into the community. Through the passing of bond elections, Harrisburg School District citizens have shown they value the District's foresight to stay ahead of growth and provide quality learning facilities for students. In order to maximize use of current facilities, address overcrowding, and ensure the right size is built at the right time without raising taxes, the District will be proposing a solution to build a new elementary school and convert Liberty to a joint use facility which would house Early Childhood grades and share spaces with the city of Harrisburg.
A public meeting will be held Tuesday, August 16th at 6:30 PM in the Liberty Band Room located through the District Office main entrance (Entrance E). We encourage the public to attend and subscribe to our new podcast, Harrisburg 41-2, which includes the topic of growth and will address our current needs in a future episode, released in the near future.
Elementary Parents:
Be on the lookout for a notification from your elementary school regarding your child's classroom placement on Monday, August 8th, and any other back-to-school communication coming your way! 🐾
