February 20, 2026
Dear H-BC Elementary Parents and Families,
It has been another fantastic week at H-BC Elementary! Our hallways have been filled with learning, laughter, and lots of school spirit.
This week we proudly celebrate National Public Schools Week — a time to recognize the incredible impact public schools have on our students, families, and communities.
Public schools are the heart of our community. At H-BC Elementary, we are more than just a building where learning happens — we are a place where students grow academically, socially, and emotionally. Every day, our dedicated teachers and staff work tirelessly to create engaging lessons, build meaningful relationships, and ensure each child feels safe, valued, and supported.
Thank you for your continued partnership and support of H-BC Elementary. It’s a great day to be a Patriot!
ZERO THE HERO
Ask your child if they saw Zero the Hero this week?!
Zero the Hero is a popular children's educational character created to make math fun and teach the significance of the number zero in math.
AFTER SCHOOL ACTIVITIES: Reminder to parents with students involved in after school sports/activities - siblings may not stay after school and watch or wait. We do not have supervision for siblings to stay at school.
TONIGHT, IS THE PTO EVENT - PUZZLES, PIZZA & PITCHERS:
**See all the information at the bottom of this newsletter for this fun event - February 20.
I LOVE TO READ MONTH: As part of I Love To Read Month, the H-BC Secondary Student Council came and read to each class at H-BC Elementary. Our students loved it! The Jr/Sr High School Students also enjoyed some fun in the gym with the students.
2026-27 Kindergarten Round Up:
Do you have a child who will attend Kindergarten next year? The H-BC Elementary School Kindergarten Round Up will be Friday, March 13. Plan ahead for this all day school experience for your child. Parents attend 8:15-9:15. Children who will be five on or before August 31, 2026, are invited! (See the flyer at the bottom of this newsletter for details
LITTLE PATRIOT ACADEMY REGISTRATION:
Registration for our 2026-2027
Little Patriot Academy Preschool Program is now open! Get details and registration information in the link:
MARK YOUR CALENDER:
March 9 - Grade 3-5 Concert 7:00 pm
March 13 - Kindergarten Round Up (for student in the 26-27 class)
March 13 - No School for the current Kindergarten students
March 16-20 - Grades 2-5 Swimming Lessons
(repeat) SUMMER RECREATION REGISTRATION: It’s true, summer recreation planning is underway! Click on the links below to register your child/ren. Don’t miss these deadlines!
Baseball and softball sign up forms was February 12th. Coach Pitch, T-Ball, and Little Sluggers are due March 12th.
Baseball: boys grades 3-9 (only 9th graders who meet age cut off)
Softball: girls grades 3-9 (only 9th graders who meet age cut off)
Coach Pitch: 1st and 2nd
T-Ball: PreK and K
Little Sluggers: Must be 3 years old by June 1st
PATRIOT PALS CHILDCARE CENTER: Wonderful things are happening at Patriot Pals! Interested in learning more about how Patriot Pals may be the perfect fit for your family? Email t.voss@isd671.net for a tour or information.
AM BUS CHANGES: For morning bus changes please call the HBC bus line--make sure to identify your student and the bus number they are riding: 507-962-3240
AM DROP OFF: Drop off is at the main office door under the canopy on the South Side of the school main parking lot. Soon to be door A.
Please reach out to me if you have any needs. Phone- 507-673-2541 or t.holthaus@isd671.net
