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Author: Janet Rixon

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Hello Hardy Families, Highlight from the past week We had a special school assembly this past week as Matt Wilhelm, world champion BMX biker, shared a virtual program that included highly engaging bike tricks and a message about beating the… Continue reading Hello Hardy

Janet Rixon December 21, 2020December 21, 2020 News Read more

Hello Hardy

Hello Hardy Families, As it’s been a while since we shared our car line procedures at the beginning of the year, we thought it would be helpful to remind families of our expectations. Thanks for your understanding and cooperation! Car… Continue reading Hello Hardy

Janet Rixon December 14, 2020December 14, 2020 News Read more

Hello Hardy Families

Dear Hardy Families, I hope everyone is off to a good start to December in spite of all the ongoing challenges tied to current events. Tent Removal As many families have already noticed, our tent has been removed. We learned… Continue reading Hello Hardy Families

Janet Rixon December 7, 2020December 7, 2020 News Read more

Hello Hardy Families

Hello Hardy Families, Highlights from the past week It was great to see students and staff wearing their Hardy gear as part of our school spirit days on Thursday and Friday!  2nd graders showing their Hardy spirit. Go Huskies! We… Continue reading Hello Hardy Families

Janet Rixon November 23, 2020November 23, 2020 News Read more

Hello Hardy

Hello Hardy Families, Here are a few updates of both recent and upcoming special events at Hardy: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Update This past week we had our first meeting of the Hardy Staff Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion committee. This… Continue reading Hello Hardy

Janet Rixon November 16, 2020November 16, 2020 News Read more

Hello Hardy

Dear Hardy Families, As we wrapped up our parent-teacher conferences this past week, we hope that there has been a strong connection established between the home and the school as we work together to help support student success! Schedule Note… Continue reading Hello Hardy

Janet Rixon November 9, 2020November 9, 2020 News Read more

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Dear Hardy Families, Welcome to November! As we had our first School Spirit days this past week, it was great to see students and staff wearing their Hardy gear or Hardy color (red) to show school spirit as a proud… Continue reading Hello Hardy

Janet Rixon November 2, 2020November 2, 2020 News Read more

Hello Hardy

Dear HardyFamilies, It was great seeing you this past week during Back to School Night! Calendar Notes: Tuesday, October 27th: Cohort B  in-person for 1/2 day a.m.; Cohort A remote for 1/2 day a.m.; DISMISSAL IS AT 12 NOON; conferences in p.m.  Wednesday, October 28th:… Continue reading Hello Hardy

Janet Rixon October 26, 2020October 26, 2020 News Read more

Hello Hardy

Dear Hardy Families, Looking forward to seeing many of you over zoom for our virtual Back to School Night! See more information below. Arrival Procedures – Phase 2: This week we are adjusting our arrival procedures and students will be… Continue reading Hello Hardy

Janet Rixon October 19, 2020October 19, 2020 News Read more

Hello Hardy

Hello Hardy Families, Hopefully everyone is continuing to feel excited about the start of school this year! I was greeted by a special “Welcome Mr. Smith” message on a message board in front of the school this past week. Thanks… Continue reading Hello Hardy

Janet Rixon September 28, 2020September 28, 2020 News Read more
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