Important News

Dear Parents, It is with mixed emotions I share I will be retiring effective March 1, 2020. My 30-year journey with the Howard County Public School System brings wonderful memories that will forever be held near and dear to my heart. My passion to serve as an advocate for children led to a calling that has far exceeded any fulfillment…

Girl Scout Troop 720 will be holding a Book Drive to donate toward Better World Books. The donation box will be available in the HES lobby through the end of the year. Thank you for your support!

Kindergarten and New Family Registration Week will be held on March 9-13. Parents are encouraged to visit HES from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. to register their student. All information can be found on the Howard County Public School System website. Students must be registered by their custodial parent (biological, adoptive, legal guardian). Parents can complete a registration form at…

While change can bring new opportunities and great possibilities, it can also be accompanied with some challenges and unpleasant feelings. Please check out the HCPSS page dedicated to supporting students through the recent attendance area adjustments. The following strategies can be useful in helping your child(ren) navigate any big transition: Have an open conversation Listen to your child’s excitement AND…

Click to view the Tiger Tales newsletter from February 6, 2020.

Dear Parents, Third quarter is now under way and we are looking forward to a great second half of the school year. As a reminder, parent/teacher conferences will be held on February 13 and 14. All students will be dismissed at 12:30 p.m. on both days. On Friday, February 14 we will be celebrating Valentine’s Day in our classes. Please…

HES students are collecting old mascara wands to help support wildlife rehabilitation. A wildlife rehabilitation nonprofit in western North Carolina recycles old mascara wands to help remove fly eggs and larvae from the fur of animals. They work great because the bristles are close together and gentle to use on the injured and orphaned wild animals receiving care. Before donating…

As we continue into flu season, this is a reminder that good hand washing and covering sneezes/coughs with tissues and sleeves are essential steps to preventing the spread of "germs." Also, remember that despite concerns about school attendance, your children's health (and the health of other children) is most important of all. For this reason, we ask you to please…

Throughout the second quarter, the students have continued to learn about various Social Emotional Topics during community circles including exclusion and resolving conflicts. The students are enjoying discussing these topics with their classmates and utilizing strategies taught in the curriculum. We encourage you to ask your students about the Social Emotional Topics they are learning about during community circles.

First graders Torin Heffner and Isabelle Sullivan will have artwork on display at the Howard County Department of Education Building from February 6 through April 14. The exhibit is entitled “First Grade Showcase.” A reception for student artists, their families and friends, is scheduled for February 19 from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. (Snow date on February 26). Congratulations to Torin…