Tiger Tales Newsletter April 9, 2026

Admin Message

Dear Hammond Elementary School Families,As we celebrate National Volunteer Appreciation Month this April, we want to take a moment to extend our heartfelt gratitude to all of our incredible parent and family volunteers.Your time, energy, and dedication make a meaningful difference in the lives of our students and staff each and every day. Whether you have chaperoned field trips, supported...

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Wednesday, April 15 is a 3-Hour Early Dismissal Day

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Wednesday, April 15 is a 3-Hour Early Dismissal Day!  This is a change to the original calendar as it is a make-up day for the inclement weather days accrued this winter. HES will dismiss promptly at 12:55pm.  Please make all necessary childcare arrangements.

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Field Day T-shirt orders due April 10!

Field Day t-shirt orders are due by tomorrow Friday, April 10!

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PBIS End of Quarter 3 Celebration 

PBIS Quarter 3 Celebration will be the HES Talent Show on April 15

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Spring Class Photos

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Spring Class & Individual photos will be taken April 21.  Individual photos will be taken only if the student has a paid order form with them the day of the photos.There is NO make-up day for this photo session. 

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Orchestra and Band Spring Concert

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Spring Concert Update!  Our Orchestra and Band Spring Concert is on Tuesday, May 26 at Hammond High School, and will now be starting at 5:15pm.  All are invited to celebrate our instrumental music students!  More information will be shared with students and families in the next week.

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Teacher Appreciation Week is Approaching

Teacher Appreciation Week is May 4–8, 2026Teacher Appreciation Week is just around the corner, and we’re excited to celebrate the incredible educators who make a difference in our students’ lives every day! This year, our theme is: Teachers Make Magic Happen.We are looking for parent support to help make this week extra special. Whether it’s contributing items or volunteering...

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MCAP Testing Information

3-5 Maryland Comprehensive Assessment Program (MCAP) and dates

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2026-2027 Kindergarten Registration Opens March 2, 2026

Registration for the 2026-2027 school year begins March 2, 2026

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Clothing to Cash! Support HES by cleaning out your closets

Great news! Now you can clean out your closets, fill the bin by the baseball field, and benefit HES. The average school makes $1,000 a year by having a Clothing for Cash bin at their schools.

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Outdoor Recess and Weather Conditions

Generally, it is assumed that students will be outside for recess, physical education, or any other outdoor activity when the temperature combined with the wind chill is not less than 30 degrees Fahrenheit or the heat index is less than 95.

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