HBC PARENT CONNECTION
Friday, February 3, 2023
H-BC Elementary Families:
The Hills-Beaver Creek School District continues to prepare for the Bond Referendum Vote scheduled for Tuesday, April 11, 2023. Make sure to check this link regularly, as updates will be posted to the District’s Website: https://www.hbcpatriots.com/page/2023-referendum Informational meetings set for March 23 (Elementary School) and March 28 (Hugo Goehle Gym) both are at 7 pm. Please reach out to me with questions.
FEBRUARY NEWSLETTER: Please take the time to read the district newsletter. https://5il.co/1o5cq
TONIGHT!! FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT - Clifford The Big Red Dog: 6:30 to 8:00 pm in the gym at the Elementary. This is a Student Council Fundraiser. Admission $2 per family Popcorn & snacks will be for sale. Blankets & pillows welcome!
3:30 DISMISSAL: I am hopeful you have taken the time to read the District’s plan for making up snow days as shared here: Link Starting Monday, February 13, 2023 - through the end of the school year, Elementary Students will be dismissed at 3:30.
PARENT/TEACHER CONFERENCES - THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 16: Elementary Parents will be contacted by your child’s teacher for a scheduled conference time. If you were not scheduled, and would like to visit with your child’s teacher, please contact your child’s teacher. NOTE THE TIME CHANGE: P/T Conferences run from 4:00-7:30.
Reezin’ For Freezin’ Polar Plunge: Our own Mr. Gehrke will represent H-BC Elementary and take the plunge on February 11. The event is a fundraiser for The Luverne Area Community Foundation. This Foundation is a strong supporter of local organizations. H-BC has been a benefactor on several occasions. To donate go to: luverne.fcsuite.com/erp/donate/create. After you click to donate, in the box that says “specific project” type Hills-Beaver Creek Elementary Team.
KINDERGARTEN ROUND-UP: Kindergarten Round-Up is scheduled for March 17th. Students 5 years old on or before August 31, 2023 are eligible. Please see the details here: K Round Up
GIRLS ON THE RUN: H-BC Elementary is excited to have the GOTR program back again this year for grades 3-5 girls. From the first practice to crossing the finish line, GOTR girls learn that their self-work is paramount to all that they do. The Spring 2023 Season will run March 6-May 17, Mondays and Wednesday 3:30 pm to 4:45 pm. Registration is now open: www.embe.org/gotr In addition to the opportunities for girls, GOTR also needs great leaders with big hearts! Please consider contributing to the program at H-BC this season. You do not have to be a runner to coach! Check out the website above for more information!
BASKETBALL CAMP: MAKEUP DAY- PRE-K-2 Camp make up day is Saturday, February 25. There will be Camp this Saturday February 4th.
DENTAL SERVICES: Thursday, February 23, CDC will be in Luverne providing Dental Service. Youth & Adults are welcome. See the link here for information: Dental Clinic
EARLY CHILDHOOD FAMILY EDUCATION: Our ECFE Program is a great way for parents to spend quality time with their child. Children ages 0-5 are welcome to H-BC Elementary School each month from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm. Mark your calendar for these upcoming dates: February 7 and 21. Please contact m.ellingson@isd671.net with any questions.
AFTER SCHOOL CARE: PEAC - Patriot Enrichment After School Care is available for “regulars” and “drop-ins”. Call the office or email Mrs. Voss for more information: t.voss@isd671.net
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
Mark Your Calendar:
Monday, February 13 - 3:30 pm Regular Dismissal for the remainder of the year
Wednesday, February 15 - Early Dismissal 1:00
Thursday, February 16- Scheduled Parent/Teacher Conferences 3:45-7:30
Friday, February 17- No School
Monday, February 20 - No School
Friday, March 24 - No School - Staff Inservice
Please reach out to me if you have any needs. Phone- 507-673-2541 or t.holthaus@isd671.net