Dear Parents,

I hope that everyone had a fantastic long weekend.  We are excited to have our Talent Show next Friday for our 3rd and 4th graders.  As a reminder, in the spring, our Kindergarten - 2nd grade students will have an opportunity to show off their talent in their music class in front of their peers.  Our  3rd and 4th graders will be watching the event in the cafeteria, and our Kindergarten - 2nd grade students will be watching via Zoom in their classrooms. Part of our new safety procedures for our campus will be the following:

• If you are utilizing the Fast Pass option, please be prepared to show your ID.
• We are not allowing parents to pull siblings from other classes to attend events. Our teachers have been instructed to send parents to the office if they wish to check out a student.
• If you are leaving with your child(ren) following any event, you MUST check out through the front office.  If it is a class party, then you will be allowed to check out in the classroom. 

We appreciate your understanding and your assistance in making the safety of our staff and students our top priority!

If your child is a walker and you meet them on Spurgin Road, we need your help.  We are asking that everyone park on the school side of the road where part of your car is on the grass and part on concrete and face South. Below is an example of how we would like you to park. We have had several complaints regarding this dismissal spot from the city of Lucas, and if we can not follow these rules, then we will have to limit this dismissal location to students who live in the surrounding neighborhoods. Thank you in advance for your help! 

As always, if you have any questions or concerns please let me know.

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!

Family Fun Night - October 27th 

We hope that you will be able to join us for this fun night of FREE fun!  The only cost is if you choose to preorder your food for the night.  This event is for the whole family.  Please note that you will NOT be able to purchase Chick-Fil-A the night of the event.

Lovejoy Children's Choir

We are pleased to announce the 8th season of the Lovejoy ISD Children’s Choir. "LCC" is designed to serve the needs of our district’s 4th, 5th and 6th grade students who are committed to a musically exceptional experience. Please read all of the details on this incredible experience here, and reach out to Miss Arabie if you have any questions.

Pumpkin Decorating Contest

New to Lovejoy

Hi families! 

We would like to invite you to Hart's 'New to Lovejoy' welcome event on October 27th in the Lair. This is an event for moms to come meet other moms that are new to the Lovejoy community. Come enjoy coffee and snacks and meet a new friend! Younger siblings are welcome. Contact Courtney Beal with any questions. 972-207-3333

Red Ribbon Week - October 24th - 28th

Red Ribbon Week- Celebrate Life. Live Drug Free!

Red Ribbon Week is a special week recognized around the country. This

is a week-long celebration of events is designed to educate and increase awareness about drug prevention. At Hart Elementary, we consider this a great time to pledge to be drug-free and to reflect on ways that we can maintain a happy and healthy lifestyle. We'll be celebrating friendships and others in the community by donating coins to Allen Community Outreach and food pantry items to St. Jude. We would like to encourage everyone to bring healthy snacks to school and to participate in the fun dress-up days.

Lovejoy PathFinder

Kindergarten Field Trip to the Dallas Arboretum

Kindergarten will be going on a field trip to the Dallas Arboretum on Thursday, October 20th. They will be attending a pumpkin class then have time to explore the pumpkin exhibits at the Arboretum. The cost for this trip is $16 per student and is due by October 7th. You have the option of sending in cash (in a labeled baggy please) or a check made out to Hart Elementary. If you have any questions, please reach out to your child's teacher.

If you would like to Chaperone the Kindergarten Field Trip to the Dallas Arboretum, please click here to complete your Volunteer Background Check (if you have not done so already). Chaperones are $15 and will pay on the day of the field trip. 

Art Volunteers

Art Volunteers are needed! Our young Hartists have been creating so many wonderful creations, and we would love your help to show off their wonderful work! Sign up to help display and hang artwork around our school: https://forms.gle/WkKtKdnMXRzrQsbz6

Lovejoy ISD Campus Library Updates

In an effort to support transparency and parental involvement, Lovejoy ISD school libraries are initiating a communication practice. Parents will receive a weekly notification from the campus librarian that includes library materials their student currently checked out. Librarians are planning to begin notifications the week of September 12th. Parents should ensure email contact information is current in PowerSchool so to receive the weekly information.

Parents will also have the option to request limited access for their child to library materials. Campus librarians will post information on the campus website that provides guidance for parents to request specific book titles they do not want their child to check out.

Our campus librarians serve as an excellent resource for parents should you have questions. The District is committed to providing extension and enrichment opportunities for students with library materials through school and home partnerships.

Lovejoy Green Team 

This week we implemented our share table in the cafeteria in an effort to reduce our waste. Please notice that we are only allowing students to "share" food that is purchased in the Hart cafeteria.

PRINCIPAL APPRECIATION MONTH

We are so thankful for Mrs. Craft and her incredible dedication to our

students and staff at Hart! She is a true servant leader who rolls up

her sleeves (or takes a pie in the face) to show our kiddos the

meaning of hard work, the value of excellent character, and how to find

the fun in learning. Thank you Mrs. Craft for giving us a piece of your

HART each day!  

Sincerely, Hart PTO

JOIN THE PTO TODAY!

Your membership dues and donations allow us to fund special

events for students. This includes Ice Cream Social, Author Visits,

Science Night, Art Sparks, Staff Support, and much more. With your

membership, you will also receive the Hart PTO newsletter, access

to our online directory, and a greater opportunity to be involved. Help

us achieve 100% enrollment!! To register and join, see the

instructions below:

Step 1.) Click on the Register/Login link below to create an online

account with Membership Toolkit or to sign into an existing account. 

Register/Log in 

Step 2.) After logging in or registering, click the Join Now button on

Membership Toolkit homepage to become a Hart Elementary PTO

member.

LEOPARD DRIVE

Leopard Drive is our annual fundraiser.

Keep it simple with a donation that goes directly to Hart! All your dollars stay at the Hart Campus!

VOLUNTEER @ HART

The Hart PTO is parent powered! LISD Volunteer background checks are required annually. Please see the Volunteer Opportunities and sign-ups listed on the website:  http://hes.lovejoypto.org.

Please don’t forget to complete your LISD Background Check!  

LIBRARY VOLUNTEERS

DAD'S AT HART

VOLUNTEER FOR LUNCH DUTY

Sign up here to give your student's teacher a quick break during lunch-- it's just a 30 minute shift! You will check into the front office and then report to the cafeteria. Please plan on arriving a few minutes before the lunch period to allow for check-in time. There will be two volunteers per grade level. See you at lunch!

ART SPARKS

Art Sparks Needs Volunteers!

Art Sparks is an in-class volunteer opportunity to present four art presentations throughout the year. No experience necessary. Materials, presentation, notes and discussion questions provided by the Allen Art Alliance. Each presentation takes approximately 30 minutes. We need at least one parent per classroom. Please sign up on the Hart Elementary PTO website, under the volunteer tab and select ArtSparks.

Follow Hart PTO on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and via our website for the latest Hart PTO news and information.  

Lovejoy Orchestra Spirit Night

Lovejoy Robotics Spirit Night

Charity Benefit Golf Tournament

Running Over Depression

Please click on the graphics (links) below to access the information.