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The Eagle Flyer
The News Blast of Heards Ferry Elementary
April 25, 2013
Attention ALL Families!!! Outdoor Movie Night April 26th, 7 PM at HFE!!!
Please join Cub Scout Pack 1050 for our Outdoor Movie Night April 26 at 7pm. Movie shown on the HFE lower field. Scouts will vote on the movie
of their choice! (The Pirates, Ice Age 4 or Madagascar 3). The Girl Scouts and Cub Scouts will sell pizza and concessions to benefit Greg’s Gang, so plan to have dinner! Movie starts at
sunset...about 8:15pm.
Don't miss the annual showcase of HFE student artistic talents!
TONIGHT!!! HEARDS FERRY FINE ARTS NIGHTThursday, April 25
5:00-5:45pm Enjoy your pre-ordered Chick-Fil-A or bring your own dinner...Families who pre-ordered Chick-fil-A are
supporting Greg's Gang, for School Counselor Mr. Williams. You can also choose to take your meal To Go after the event. Thanks to all that pre-ordered!!!
6:00-6:30pm Experience Chorus Concert "Songs of Earth, Sea & Sky" in the Cafeteria.
The voices of 60 talented 4th & 5th grade students will wow you.
6:30-7:30pm View and purchase your student's custom framed 9x12 artwork in the Gymnasium. Students love seeing
their artwork in the extensive gallery and sharing with friends and family. Ms. Nowlin worked during the year with every K-5th grade student to create their unique piece. Each framed and matted piece is $25 and all proceeds benefit the HFE Art Department. What a great way to share in your child's pride, make a little
Spring update to your home decor, and support an important department!
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU TONIGHT!!!
Congratulations 4th grader BEN LANDER on winning the Talent Show Art Contest!
DON’T MISS OUT…
2013 HFE TALENT SHOW
…it is sure to be loads of fun & full of LOVEwith over 70 HFE Eagles performing!
next FridayMay 3rd, 7:00 PM
Riverwood High School Auditorium
General Admission seats will be available for purchase on the day of the show.Adults & Children - $5 each
2013 “LOVE” HFE TALENT SHOWFLOWERS FOR YOUR EAGLE STAR!
ORDER FORM ON HFE WEBSITE UNDER TALENT SHOWPlease turn in to Mrs. Grimaldo by Friday April 26th
Purchase a flower bouquet for your child or friend and give a giA of instant smiles!
1 large flower, 2 smaller filler stem, 1ed together by natural raffia with a small card aCached to write a personal message -‐ a graceful touch!
$3 per arrangement...You can make it a double or even a triple order...assemble on-‐the-‐spot the night of the event!
Pre-‐order now, form aTached to email and also on HFE websitePay at pick-‐up pre-‐show and during the show intermission.
HFE Volunteer Breakfast
To thank you for all of the many things you do for the staff and students of Heards Ferry Elementary,
please join us for breakfast.
When: Tuesday April 30th 7:30am-‐9:30amWhere: Heards Ferry Media Center
RSVP to [email protected] by April 26th.
Plans for next year? If you know that your child will not be returning to HFE next year, please notify the front office. The administration will be working on classroom assignments soon, and this information will significantly impact this task. Thanks!
WHAT’S YOUR OPINION?Parents: Your feedback is needed! Please click on the link below and take the short survey regarding communication at HFE. The administration is reviewing its processes and looking for ways to improve communications with the HFE community. This survey will only take a moment to complete and can be taken on any device. Thanks for your feedback.
http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/SLTXV8T
MAY 10th is HFE FIELD DAY!!!The most fun day of the year is Field Day!!!
VolunteeringThanks to those who have already volunteered. If you
would like to volunteer to run a center, Opportunities are between 7:45-10:30 am. If you volunteer (1) younger
siblings are not able to tag along and (2) you will have to stay at your assigned station. (i.e....no switching stations to
see your children in a different game, or just wandering around watching.) Volunteering is a blast with plenty of
opportunities to see your HFE students!!!What Children Should Wear to School May 10
For safety reasons, students MUST wear tennis shoes to participate in Field Day [ NO crocs, keen type sandals, etc]. Please help dress them appropriately for the
weather. ALSO... reusable water bottles are encouraged and help teams earn extra points. FUN FOR ALL!
Lots of fun events for all ages! The grade level Tug of Wars will be in the afternoon beginning at 12:15, and the event ends with the Bike Parade at 1:45. The rain date will be Monday, May 12, same times.
HFE STUDENTS LOVE FIELD DAY! THANKS FOR YOUR SUPPORT!!!
Summer Reading Book Fair, MAY 6-9!!!Dreaming of lazy summer days on the porch? Stock up on the books your kids love before you head off for summer break. We’re hosting a small Summer Reading Book Fair on Monday, May 6, through Thursday, May 9, from 7:30am to 3pm in the Media Center.We asked our teachers to provide their favorite recommendations, along with stocking tried-and-true choices, and the hottest titles. Little Shop of Stories (the independent book store in downtown Decatur that sends so many great authors to visit our school) is coordinating this event for us.
A few notes to keep in mind:• In order to keep things simple at year-end, the fair will be cash and checks only (no credit cards).• We can’t allow returns.• We’ll be rounding up prices to the nearest nickel (if you’ve ever volunteered at the fair, you
understand how time consuming a line of customers who pay with piggy bank change can be!)• All purchases are tax free!• We’ll also be open during the Ice Cream social for new families, on
Tuesday, May 7, from 3:30 to 5:30.
All proceeds benefit the HFE Media Center.
We still need a few more volunteers to help with check out. Please contact Rowena Keen,[email protected], if you want to help out!Happy Reading!
The Heards Ferry 500 on Field Day, May 10th...The Bi-Annual Bike Parade will be held on Field Day, May 10th! For a $25 donation to HFE to benefit “Greg’s Gang” (see article above), your child can decorate his/her bike and ride around the “track” to celebrate Field Day! Your child will love the thrill of parading on their bike for the entire school. Creative decorations encouraged! Don’t miss out! Limited spots remain…get yours today! Checks written to HFE...leave an envelope at the front desk labeled: Ms. Hoppe/Bike Parade!
You are invited to a celebration honoring our retirees Mrs. Hayllar and Mrs. Reisman
Join us as we recognize their many years of service to the Heards Ferry community
Tuesday May 14th, 3:00 pmHeards Ferry Media Center
RSVP to [email protected], by May 10thParents only please.
Give Food and Have Fun at CAC’s 1st Annual Food `n Fun Festival Sunday, May 19, 2013 from 1pm-5pm at the Morgan Falls Athletic Complex in Sandy Springs! See link for more info...http://www.ourcac.org/index.php option=com_content&view=category&layout=blog&id=78&Itemid=151
*If you are interested in being a part of the HFE “Food ‘n Fun Festival” Hunger Walk Team, or want to learn more, please contact Carol Lindberg at [email protected]*
The CAC brings together the Sandy Springs and Dunwoody communities to provide compassionate assistance to neighbors in need by providing financial support, helping to meet basic needs and promoting self-reliance.
2013-2014 SCHOOL SUPPLIES ORDER TIME!!Save time and worry by ordering next year’s school supplies now!
By ordering your supplies through the PTO, your students’ supplies will be ready and waiting for them in their classroom on the first day of school in August!
Like last year, the PTO is supplying the classes with core classroom supplies.
HFE PTO supplies- $35 per child Estimated list price (self purchase) - $65 per child
Order online before May 10th, via the PayPal button found under the PTO section of the HFE website, or use this link: http://school.fultonschools.org/es/heardsferry/Pages/PTO.aspx. Questions? Please contact Tracy Barba or Amy Callahan.
Future Raiders Lacrosse Camp!!! Register Today!!!Players will learn the Raider Lacrosse System and how to improve their game as an
individual. We welcome all future Raider players who are rising 5th grade to 12th grade. The camp will be held June 24-28, 2013 from 9:00 am – 12:00 pm. Camp will be held at Raider
Hoyskn Stadium, Riverwood. Register now! Follow this link: http://www.riverwoodathletics.org/sports/mlax/boys_lax_camp. Questions, email Katie Arney
[email protected] or Jodi Jackson at [email protected].
GREG’S GANG WRISTBANDS AVAILABLE NOW!!!"Greg's Gang" wristbands are being sold before school by the Student Council members for $2 each. 100% of proceeds go to Greg's Gang.
Mr. Greg Williams, HFE School CounselorOur School’s Counselor, Greg Williams, is suffering from end stage renal failure and needs a kidney transplant. Mr. Williams has been unable to work for several months and will not be back for the rest of the school year. In addition to all of his medical concerns, he has the added worry of paying his expenses while out on leave. His long-term disability insurance will not begin until later this year. The idea of Greg’s Gang was born to give both encouragement and financial support to Greg Williams. A friend of his created a web page to help raise money to help him cover his living expenses while he fights his medical battle: http://www.giveforward.com/gregsgang. Ann and I urge everyone to log on to the website, read his story, leave him words of encouragement and, if possible, make a donation. We want to show him how much his Heards Ferry family cares. We are praying that Mr. Williams will find a donor soon and will be on the road to recovery.If you would like to send him a letter or card, please drop it, in a stamped envelope, in the front office with Ms. Grimaldo. We will send it to Mr. Williams.
If you would like to learn more about being a living donor: Please call the Living Donor Team at Emory at (866) 727-3250. The living donor team is different from Mr. Williams’ team of specialists. They’re totally dedicated to your health & interests, can answer your specific questions, and your call will be confidential--or visit the living donor website for information. www.transplant.emory.edu.
Thank you for your help! Amy Callahan and Ann Feldman, PTO Co-Presidents
Ridgeview Charter School Welcomes Rising 6th Graders and their Families!
April 30th – 5th grade visit and tour (9:00-‐11:00 am, for students)May 4th – Rising 6th grade social in Ridgeview cafeteria (5:30 pm, for students and families)May 4th – Rising 6th grade families invited to spring musical, Disney’s High School Musical Jr.(7:00 pm, for students and families)
May 7th – Rising 6th grade Parent/Guardian Orienta1on in Ridgeview gym (6:30-‐7:30 pm, for parents/guardians)
May 7th – Rising 6th grade Parent/Guardian small groupinforma1on mee1ngs for TAG and Excep1onal Educa1onservices (7:30 p.m., for parents/guardians)
Bento Box LunchHave dinner leftovers but not enough for a full lunch? Try creating your own Bento Box lunch. Bentos are a great way to incorporate all the food groups that your child needs on a daily basis. They are also playful, provide great variety for picky eaters of any age and help reduce food waste. Consider packing it with protein-heavy items that will sustain their energy throughout the day, such as peanut butter, nuts, sliced turkey or cheese. The best bentos include a variety of different types of foods with a balance of colors, flavors and textures, so have some fun with it - you'll certainly be the talk of the lunch hour! Recipe Ideas:South West Chicken Salad Lettuce WrapsThis is a great easy recipe that has endless options. There are many different variations for chicken salad. Try adding some of your child’s favorite fruit and
vegetables to the mix, such as apples, grapes, carrots and peppers. This simple recipe can be made in advance and refrigerated. By adding mayonnaise and a little lemon juice to the salad mixture it will stay fresh for 2-3 days. These wraps are great options if you have a child that is on a gluten-free diet. Servings: 2Ingredients• ½ pound of cooked, shredded chicken (best with a mix of white and dark meat)• 6 large iceberg lettuce leaves (uncut)• 1 celery stalk, chopped fine• 3 tablespoons of all-natural mayonnaise• 1/4 cup scallions (white and green parts) thinly sliced (Optional)•2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice•2 tablespoons of parsley or cilantro finely chopped (Optional) Instructions
In a separate bowl, mix the celery, mayonnaise, scallions, lemon juice and parsley/cilantro together. Add in the chicken and stir together. Scoop the mixture into each lettuce shell and eat like a taco. Tips: If you prefer you can pack the chicken and lettuce leaves separately and let you kids assemble them at school. You can also use whole wheat tortilla wraps or pita bread.
Colorful Chopped Taco SaladThis is the ultimate way to use leftover grilled meats and salsa. This is also gluten-free and can be made dairy-free if need be. Servings: 2
Ingredients• 1 head romaine lettuce or 3 romaine lettuce hearts• 1 green bell pepper, diced• 1 cup corn• 1 black beans, rinsed and drained well• Left over grilled chicken or beef, diced (about 2 cups)• 1 cup shredded cheese, Mexican blend or cheddar cheese (omit if dairy free)• 1 cup salsa of choice served with corn tortilla chips Optional additions: diced avocado; shredded carrots; chopped cilantro leaves, grape tomatoes, black olives.
Instructions1. Cut off the end of the lettuce heads. Using a sharp knife cut thin ribbons of lettuce. Wash and put into a
colander or a salad spinner.2. Cut the bell pepper into small pieces and add to the lettuce. Rinse in the colander and spin dry.3. Put lettuce, pepper, corn and beans into a large bowl. Add the meat and cheese to the bowl and mix well.4. Put salsa and corn chips in separate small reusable plastic containers. Tips: Add more color by replacing yellow corn chips with purple, lentil or quinoa chips. You can also add chopped yellow, orange and red peppers for the rainbow of color. Your kids will enjoy this novel lunch from South of the border!!!
Healthy Kids Corner
This week’s TO DOs:★ HFE FINE ARTS NIGHT TONIGHT!!!
★ Please donate to “Greg’s Gang” today!
★ Plan to attend Outdoor Movie Night...April 26th at HFE
★ Please fill out the communications survey so we can continue to improve our school!
★ Talent Show May 3rd!!!
★ Book Fair May 6th-9th!
★ Field Day May 10th!!!
Dates and Reminders:Apr 25: Fine Arts night
Apr 26: Outdoor Movie Night, 7 PM
April 30: Rising 6th Grade students visit Ridgeview
Apr 30: HFE Volunteer Luncheon
May 3: HFE Talent Show
May 6-9: Book Fair
May 10: Field Day