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Author: Amy Ritterbusch

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Hello Hardy Families

Hello Hardy Families

Hello Hardy Families:   Most Likely to Succeed: Wellesley parents are invited to attend the viewing of  “Most Likely to Succeed”.  This is a thought-provoking documentary that highlights a school that challenges the traditional model.  The film raises questions about… Continue reading Hello Hardy Families

Amy Ritterbusch November 9, 2015February 28, 2018 News Read more

HHU meeting update

HHU meeting update

The School Facilities Committee has decided to push back its community forum scheduled for Wednesday evening, to avoid conflicting with the visiting hours for 16-year old Wellesley resident Casey Dunne, who passed away unexpectedly on Friday.   The new date to discuss the… Continue reading HHU meeting update

Amy Ritterbusch October 14, 2015March 16, 2021 News Read more

Town Facilities Meeting Postponed

Town Facilities Meeting Postponed

To Hardy families and staff  The Facilities Meeting to discuss plans for Hardy, Hunnewell and Upham Schools scheduled for Wednesday, Oct. 14 in the Kingsbury Room at the police station has been postponed until a date to be determined.  You will… Continue reading Town Facilities Meeting Postponed

Amy Ritterbusch October 13, 2015February 28, 2018 News Read more

Hello Hardy Families

Hello Hardy Families

Hello Hardy Families…   Thank you to the many parent volunteers who made the book fair such a success.  The students were so excited to select their books and begin reading.  Hardy children have a love for reading and it… Continue reading Hello Hardy Families

Amy Ritterbusch October 13, 2015February 28, 2018 News Read more

Hello Hardy Families

Hello Hardy Families

October 1, 2015   Dear Hardy Families:   On Tuesday night Matt Kelley, one of the School Facilities Committee representatives, presented their recommendations regarding the future of Hardy,Hunnewell and Upham facilities. A link to the presentation is below:   http://www.wellesley.k12.ma.us/sites/wellesleyps/files/file/file/hhu_presentation_final.pdf   Dr.… Continue reading Hello Hardy Families

Amy Ritterbusch October 2, 2015March 16, 2021 News Read more

Hello Hardy Families

Hello Hardy Families

Hello Hardy Families:   We are off to a great start. Classrooms are in full swing. We had our first whole school assembly- thanks to the Cultural Arts Committee- the Brain Show was a lot of fun.  On Friday, we… Continue reading Hello Hardy Families

Amy Ritterbusch October 1, 2015February 28, 2018 News Read more

Hello Hardy Families

Hello Hardy Families

Hello Hardy Families: We made it through the heat wave!!! The students and the faculty did a terrific job keeping a positive spirit. Way to go Hardy!   Children are busy learning about each other and making new friendships.  Many… Continue reading Hello Hardy Families

Amy Ritterbusch September 9, 2015February 28, 2018 News Read more

message from the PTO

message from the PTO

Welcome Back Gathering! Please join us for a “Welcome Back to Hardy” cup of coffee after drop off on the first day of school, Wednesday, September 2, 8:30 am, on the grassy area outside the gymnasium. Munchkins and Coffee will be provided! Come… Continue reading message from the PTO

Amy Ritterbusch September 1, 2015February 28, 2018 News Read more

Important reminder re: Parent Portal

Important reminder re: Parent Portal

To Hardy parents and guardians Recently you received an email from the Superintendent’s office regarding the Parent Portal. I am asking that you please take the few minutes it takes to update this portal so that our records are up… Continue reading Important reminder re: Parent Portal

Amy Ritterbusch August 28, 2015February 28, 2018 News Read more

First Day of School

First Day of School

Hello Hardy Families: Welcome back! We have all been working hard to make sure that Hardy is ready for the first day.  We are looking forward to seeing all of our Hardy friends after a long summer.  Just a reminder… Continue reading First Day of School

Amy Ritterbusch August 28, 2015February 28, 2018 News Read more
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