From the Hawk Nest

Welcome to Harvey-Swanson's weekly newsletter. Each week, you'll have the opportunity to see and hear the stories from inside the walls of Harvey-Swanson. We have a lot of great things happening and when you're connected by reading the newsletter, you'll be in the know. So, get connected and stay connected!

I received many questions about how families could get involved, well you just found it! The H.E.L.P. group does so much for the children and staff at Harvey-Swanson. It's fun and exciting to see the behind the scenes work for the special activities and it really pays off when you can experience the joy on all of the faces, due to you! We are having a meeting on Thursday, September 15 from 4:00-5:00pm. Come and see what is going on, we'd love to have you.

Our new check-out system appears to be working out well. If you need to pick-up your child, please do so by coming in the school and signing out your child in the cafeteria. I do understand that it is one more step, but in order to keep your child safe; it's worth it!

Did you know that your child can purchase breakfast at school? If your child is transported to school by the bus, the driver can let him/her off at 8:40am, to come inside to eat. If you are driving your child to school, breakfast is still an option for you as well. Just drop your child off at 8:40 and he/she can come in.

After breakfast, all of the children will be dismissed at 8:55am to go to their classrooms.

I just love watching the students build their independence in the first few days of school. This Monday will be time to allow your child to walk to their classroom by him/herself. The teachers and support staff will be in the hallways to help direct and guide the children to their correct location next week and the weeks to follow. They can do it!

At times there might be a question that needs to be answered. Your child's teacher will be able to meet your needs. Please use the teacher to communicate your needs before rushing into the office. It's proper to respect the teacher's expertise, so begin with the teacher and if you have further questions, just let the office staff know.

We are looking for extra help to keep our students safe while crossing the street. It's a perfect way to help and have a huge impact, with little commitment.

Training time is 2 hours... that is 1 hour video/talk with Oakland County Deputy. And 3, 20 min, on site (at crosswalk behind HSE) trainings.

It's an after school position. On full days from 3:25- 3:40 and half days from 11:45- 12:10.

Any volunteers, please e-mail Leslie at lmcshiflett@comcast.net

Monday, Sept. 12 - Have your child wear their Harvey Hawk shirt to school

Thursday, Sept.15 - H.E.L.P. (PTO meeting) at 4:00-5:00pm

Friday, Sept. 16 - Brandon Varsity Football Game at 7:00pm-It's Welcome Back Night!

Monday, Sept. 19 - Board of Education meeting at 6:30

September 20-23 -Vision screening for 1st & 3rd graders

Friday, Sept. 30th -Half Day of school

Get Connected and Stay Connected

Student Day-8:55-3:50pm

Half Day-8:55-12:10pm

Office Hours-8:10-4:40pm

Email: brenner@brandon.k12.mi.us
Website: http://www.brandonschooldistrict.org/index.php/schools/harvey-swanson-elementary
Location: 209 Varsity Drive, Ortonville, MI, United States
Phone: (248) 627-1850