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Dear Hardy families, Highlights from the past week: *This past week, I started to visit classrooms to share special picture books that make for great read aloud stories. This serves as a great way to make positive connections with students… Continue reading Hello Hardy

Janet Rixon September 20, 2021September 20, 2021 News Read more

Hello Hardy

Dear Hardy families, Highlights from the past week: On Wednesday, the PTO sponsored a special picnic. It was great to see so many families who came out to enjoy this special event!  Calendar reminder On Thursday, we will have no… Continue reading Hello Hardy

Janet Rixon September 13, 2021September 13, 2021 News Read more

Hello Hardy

Dear Hardy families, It was great to welcome our students back this past week!  With each PTO newsletter, I will include a principal letter that will include highlights from the previous week, information about upcoming events and other miscellaneous information.… Continue reading Hello Hardy

Janet Rixon September 8, 2021September 8, 2021 News Read more

Updated information from the Principal

Dear Hardy families, Here are a few additional updates to share with you as we get closer to the start of the school year. Welcome Back Video As in the past couple of years, we have created a welcome video…enjoy!… Continue reading Updated information from the Principal

Janet Rixon August 27, 2021August 27, 2021 News Read more

Hello Hardy

Dear Hardy families, Highlights from the past week: *We had a highly engaging Creative Arts and Sciences program- Water Rockets. Students had a “blast” while learning some scientific concepts.  *On Thursday, we had Field Day. Mr. Guzzi, our talented Fitness… Continue reading Hello Hardy

Janet Rixon June 14, 2021June 14, 2021 News Read more

Hello Hardy

Dear Hardy families, Highlights from the past week: *We had a special virtual CAS enrichment program – “Ooch, the Yoyo guy.” Ooch provided a highly engaging presentation using yo-yos while teaching a helpful social-emotional message about how to make a… Continue reading Hello Hardy

Janet Rixon June 7, 2021June 7, 2021 News Read more

Hello Hardy

Hello Hardy families, I hope you’ve had a relaxing holiday weekend! Highlight from the past week: Mr. Smith, Mrs. Rixon, Mr. Gigliotti, and Mrs. Sullivan showing off their Hardy spirit!  Schedule this week: While the original calendar had Wednesday designated… Continue reading Hello Hardy

Janet Rixon June 1, 2021June 1, 2021 News Read more

Community Update on WPS Elementary School Projects

Please save the date and join us online on Wednesday, June 9th at 7 pm for a community update on the WPS elementary school building projects at Hunnewell and Hardy.  The project team will provide an overview of the current building and… Continue reading Community Update on WPS Elementary School Projects

School Messenger May 27, 2021May 27, 2021 News Read more

Hello Hardy

Dear Hardy families, I hope everyone is enjoying the summer-like weather that we’re experiencing! Field Day: Our talented fitness and health teacher, Mr. Guzzi has provided the following update about Field Day this year: We are happy to announce that… Continue reading Hello Hardy

Janet Rixon May 24, 2021May 24, 2021 News Read more

Hello Hardy

Hello Hardy families, Highlight from the past week: On Friday, students and staff were invited to dress up like their favorite book, movie, or tv character. This spirit day made for a joyous day at Hardy!         A few 1st graders,… Continue reading Hello Hardy

Janet Rixon May 17, 2021May 17, 2021 News Read more
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