December 16, 2021
Dear Hart Families,

We finished our semester strong with a great Hart Beat where we celebrated our students for having great character and being awesome Leopard Leaders, and then we celebrated with awesome holiday parties where we played fun games and ate yummy goodies.

I just wanted to thank all of you for your support and generosity this past semester. I have enjoyed getting to know all of you, and I appreciate how you have welcomed me to the Hart family. It is truly a blessing to be a small part of this amazing community.
I hope that you have a happy and safe holiday break creating amazing memories with your family.

All My Best,
Wendy Craft
Wendy_craft@lovejoyisd.net
214-551-4503 (cell)
469-742-8077 (office)
My mission is to be a servant leader who works with students, parents, and staff to build a community that fosters relationships and learning where everyone THRIVES. Each day, I strive to make the choice to be great versus comfortable, because you can't be both!
HES Information
Winter Break
December 17th - January 4th
Just a reminder that our Lovejoy ISD winter break starts today at noon and goes through January 4th. We will see all students back in school on Wednesday, January 5th. Hope you have a fun, safe holiday!
Top Book & STEM Gift Ideas 2021 (Links Included)
Please click on the Top Book & STEM Gift Ideas 2021 Graphic below and it will take you to the suggested links for Gift Ideas from Mrs. Dawson, Hart Librarian. This info is updated from the Principal Message that was sent out on Friday.
4th Grade: Save the Date for our Texas Program
4th Grade is excited to share our Texas Program in a few weeks! We will present the program on Thursday, February 3rd at 6:30pm. More details to come!
Referral for Kindergarten G/T Testing
The referral form for kindergarten G/T testing is open through January 7, 2022, in the PowerSchool Parent Portal. Testing is scheduled for February 5th and 12th by appointment only. Additional information may be found on the G/T portion of the LISD website. 
Why Attendance Matters
How important is it for kids to be in school? 
School attendance is a baseline factor in determining school success. A missed school day is a missed opportunity for students to learn. Regular attendance fosters a classroom connection between teachers and students. Attending school also provides time for social interactions with peers. 

Did you know that?
Attendance is the most significant driver in the funding Lovejoy ISD receives from the state each year? 
A 3% reduction in the yearly average daily attendance (ADA) can cause the district to lose $800,000 in funding. 
An increase of 1% in the yearly ADA can fund 3 teachers’ salaries. 
Although it may seem insignificant that the district loses $50 a day when a student is absent, consider the impact when 250 students are absent across the district and the district loses $12,500. Multiply that by 15 days and it is a loss of $187,500. The impact is significant.
Attendance taken at 10 AM determines the ADA funding that Lovejoy ISD receives for that date. If the student is on campus at that time, LISD receives approximately $50.00 per student. If a student is absent, ADA is lost.
Parent Communication Update
School Messenger 
Lovejoy ISD will reinstate the use of School Messenger to notify parents when students are absent or tardy for class. Messages will be sent via text message, email, and phone call. The District is committed to joining forces with parents to ensure timely communication is provided to assist with your student’s safety and school experience. 

PowerSchool App
The PowerSchool Mobile App is available for Lovejoy ISD parents. The mobile app gives parents and students instant access to information they need to stay up-to-date on student grades, performance, and attendance. 

Some of the Key-Benefits include:
  • Receive real-time push notifications with updates about Scores and Attendance.
  • Receive Email notifications for Assignments, Teachers' comments, Daily Bulletins, Schedules, and Fee Transactions.
  • Access all of your children in one portal
  • View Grades, Assignments, Attendance, and more
  • View Announcements from schools
  • Designed for iPhones/iOS, tablets, and Google/Android Devices
Dads at Hart 
We have opened up the Dad’s at Hart calendar and dads can now select a second date! Please follow our sign-up instructions found here: Sign Up Instructions. The Dads@Hart program offers an opportunity to spend one full day in your child’s classroom and assist with activities on campus.

Questions? Please email Brian Butler, dadsathart@gmail.com
Student Nutrition News
Please click here to view the December Newsletter.
PTO News
PTO Newsletter
Please Click Here to view the December PTO Newsletter!
PTO Volunteer Opportunities
Hart Elementary is Parent Powered! Giving the gift of time is a wonderful and selfless thing. We are always looking for volunteers! Please stop by our homepage and click the Volunteer tab to read about the current opportunities available!  

We currently need volunteers for:
Library Assistance - Library Sign Up 

Ways & Means/Fundraising
Click on the image below to support Hart and the PTO!
Raising Money for Hart Elementary PTO
Did you know raising money for Hart Elementary PTO is as easy as scanning your receipts or linking your shopping accounts? Here’s how:  

Click on the image below to sign up for these fundraising opportunities!

  • For more detailed information about how to create these accounts see the latest Hart Headlines Newsletter!
Foundation News
Annual Appeal Campaign
We’re excited to kick off our Annual Appeal campaign!  Our goal is to raise $300,000 and have 35% community involvement. The students of Lovejoy ISD are touched by Foundation dollars in every school and grade throughout the district. Now, more than ever, they need our support to ensure no interruption to the Lovejoy standard of exceptional learning. Click on the graphic below to visit our website today to learn more and donate! 
December
17th - Jan.4th - Christmas Break

January
5th - 1st Day of School (Spring Semester)
Helpful Resources
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