Harris Elementary School

National Blue Ribbon School 2020 - Harris Elementary School

School Closed - Monday

In Observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Monday, January 18, 2021

NWEA

Over the next couple of weeks, Harris students will participate in our second NWEA test this year. When the results are ready, you will be able to see your child's academic progress. Teachers and school staff use the results of this test to plan for individual student instruction. NWEA performance is also used as one pathway to determine high ability placements as described on the GC High Ability program guide found on the Greenfield-Central Website.

Author of the Month

Congratulations to these students who have been recognized by their classroom teacher as the Author of the Month in their class.

Masks

As a reminder, a requirement to onsite learning is supplying a clean mask for school everyday. Thank you for your continued attention to this serious matter.

Report Cards

These should now be available in the PowerSchool Parent Portal.

Inclement Weather Virtual Learning Schedule

In the event of inclement weather this year, we will continue to use the virtual learning model so that new instruction can be delivered and the year not be extended to make up for the missed day(s). Unlike with past weather days, we will be utilizing more “live” instruction which will mirror a typical school day. During an inclement weather day, your students day will begin at 8:30 am and all instruction will conclude by 2:00pm. Your teacher will contact you with more specific information when the need arises.

Local Food Support

If you need information on local agencies supporting families who may be facing food insecurities, please click on the link below for more information.

Third Grade Families

Each year our third grade students participate in IREAD and ILEARN, which are state standardized tests that we are required to give students in grade 3. These tests assess progress and proficiency in core areas of learning. Below you will see a link to a note to parents from the Indiana Department of Education. Look for more information these assessments later this winter and early spring.

COVID19

Thank you for continuing to be diligent in your efforts to keep your family and other Harris students healthy and safe. Please self screen at home and be sure that you don't send a sick child to school this year. In addition, if any member of your household has a pending COVID-19 test, you should not send your child to school until the results of that test return negative. Thanks for helping us slow the spread at this difficult time of year.

EVERYDAY AT HARRIS

All items subject to change as new guidance is received.

Parent Teacher Organization

Thank You to PTO

This week, every student was provided with a new lanyard for second semester from our wonderful PTO. Thanks for all you do to support them!

PTO: We have a wonderful Parent Teacher Organization. They have been so generous in helping buy some new things we need for the unique year we are facing, including: lanyards for face masks, additional traffic cones for our car line, and updated recess equipment for students and teachers. There will be more info from them on how and when they will meet. This year, we will need to focus on low or no contact fundraising options. Your support will be helpful in continuing to have the great resources we enjoy for Harris students. Thank you in advance for your support and generosity.

Transportation

Breakfast and Lunch

* For the remainder of the school year, all students will have access to one free breakfast and lunch.

2-Hour Delays & Breakfast: Harris does NOT serve breakfast on 2-Hour delays.

Stay Connected with Harris

Future Dates at Harris

*The following dates are tentative and are subject to change based on national, state, and local guidance.

Harris Specific Dates

• MLK Day (No School/Weather Make Up Day): January 18th
• All Grade NWEA Testing Window: Jan. 21-Feb 3rd
• President's Day (No School/Weather Make Up Day): February 15th
• 3rd Grade IREAD Testing Window: March 8-19th
• Spring Break: March 15-26th
• 3rd Grade ILEARN Testing Window: April 19-May 14th

Opportunities Around GC

Fall Edition of GC Blue and Gold Athletic Department Newsletter

We sent home entrance cards to use when joining NASA for their community events!