The Husky Herald

November 13, 2017

Robert S. Hyer Elementary School

HYER HUSKIES OF THE WEEK

DUNCAN

Duncan was nominated by Ms. Ellis as this week's Hyer Husky of the Week. Ms. Ellis says, "Duncan has all the qualities of a Hyer Husky! He is caring and always kind and helpful to everyone in the classroom. He always puts his best effort into school work! He is courteous and shows good manners in the classroom!"

ANDREW

Andrew was nominated by Mrs. Lindsay as this week's Hyer Husky of the Week. Mrs. Lindsay says, "Andrew is full of personality, spirit and joy. He loves to learn and is a great friend to all. He likes to have fun but knows when to get down to the business of school."

ASHLYN

Ashlyn was nominated by Mrs. Cristofoli as this week's Hyer Husky of the Week. Mrs. Cristofoli said, "Ashlyn is a friend to everyone! She is kind, considerate, and always willing to lend a helping hand. As a student, Ashlyn volunteers often, completes her work, tries her best, and is always respectful. We are lucky to have her in our class!"

4th GRADE PARENT MEETING - TOMORROW

November 14, 2017 at 9 A.M. in the Hyer Auditorium

Fourth Grade is an exciting time at Hyer and there are many special tributes and celebrations ahead. Come learn all about the Fourth Grade Skit, Baby Pictures/Videos, End of Year Celebrations, etc.....You can also visit the Fourth Grade Activity page on the Hyer Web Site for more information. Please note, there will not be any skit assignments at this meeting.

The 21 DAY CHALLENGE IS ALMOST COMPLETE!

Thank you parents! Hyer is the leader in sign ups!!! We had a grand total of 384 students sign up for the challenge! We are not finished yet... Starting on November 13th - 19th, the SURVEY for the challenge needs to be completed. Your child WILL NOT be counted for Hyer unless it is completed! Beginning TODAY, November 13th...look for the email pertaining to the SURVEY! Thanks so much!

HELP US RAISE THE ROOF!

How can Hyer Families help us Raise the Roof for 2018 Auction?

Do you have any close personal contacts or connections with the following:

Vacation Homes, Lake Homes, Ranches
Sports or Entertainment Tickets or Suites
Restaurants or Personal Chefs
Retail Store Owners
Jewelry Designers

All donations and Gift Cards are WELCOME and APPRECIATED!

Please contact The 2018 Solicitation Co-Chairs:

Melissa Gerhauser: MGerhauser02@gmail.com

Jennifer Pankratz: JenniferPankratz@yahoo.com

Molly Sealy: m.sealy@sbcglobal.net

TAG REFERRALS

Forms due by December 22nd at 11:59pm

HPISD parents may complete Talented and Gifted (TAG) referrals for their children from Nov. 3 until 11:59 p.m. Friday, Dec. 22. All TAG referrals must be submitted electronically by the due date. Late submissions will not be accepted. Visit https://goo.gl/bfNrxF for links to referral forms, waivers, and detailed information. Contact Kim Brooks with questions by email or by phone: 214-780-3082.

The 4th-6th grade Duke TIP Talent Search provides students with exciting, stimulating, and challenging opportunities through online lessons, publications, contests, the Duke TIP Book Club, and an optional above-level testing experience.

Click here for more information about the Duke Talent Identification Program.

Richard Carrell and the Dads Club for a fabulous Donuts with Dads last Thursday morning!

Molly Schulte and Pepper Bridges for running our Read On HYER All School Celebration! It was such an amazing morning celebrating our reading success during Read On HYER! Thank you!

Thank you to DJ Husky, Ryan Tinch, for spinning tunes and getting every student on their feet at our All School Celebration!

Alexine Cryer, Meredith Lockridge, Stacey Stoller, and Karin Shoffner for our third and final prize distribution last Wednesday. Our Read On HYER prize distribution ran so smoothly, and we are thankful for your attention to detail.

Mr. Taliaferro and Mrs. Lester for hosting our Underwriting Sponsor Art Party last Thursday. Thank you for opening your Art studio and creating a fun activity for these students.

Thank you to Courtney Gerstenhaber, Marea McMurray, and Mandy Evans for treating our faculty and staff to a wonderful Appreciation Luncheon last Friday.

Nov. 14th, 9am 4th Grade Parent Meeting	Nov. 17th, 6-11pm PNO w/ Harris & Grutzmacher	Nov. 21st, 9am 2nd Grade PTA Performance
Nov. 21st, 3:15 Regular Dismissal Time	Nov. 22nd - 24th Thanksgiving Break - No School	Nov. 30th CPK Fundraiser Night