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Dear Hardy families, As we were off from school tomorrow in recognition of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., I hope your family was able to take time to reflect on the life and legacy of Dr. King. HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE PAST… Continue reading Hello Hardy

Janet Rixon January 16, 2024January 16, 2024 News Read more

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Dear Hardy families, Happy New Year! HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE WEEK BEFORE VACATION AND THIS WEEK: As part of the Project Build Hardy initiative, 5th grade classes did a classroom based activity that involved an egg drop, in which students had to… Continue reading Hello Hardy

Janet Rixon January 8, 2024January 8, 2024 News Read more

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Hello Hardy Families On Wednesday, students took part in a virtual presentation led by Merritt Moore. This presentation was part of a computer science focus in which Merritt (who has a background in both dance and computer science) demonstrated how… Continue reading Hello Hardy

Janet Rixon December 18, 2023December 18, 2023 News Read more

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Hello Hardy Families: Highlights From the Week: On Wednesday, we had a special Creative, Arts, and Sciences program- “Songspun,” which incorporated music and mindfulness. On Friday, we had the December Dash Walk and Bike to School Day. Kudos to Mr.… Continue reading Hello Hardy

Janet Rixon December 11, 2023December 11, 2023 News Read more

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Hello Hardy: On Thursday, we rolled out our new Gaga Pit for student use at recess. A special thanks to Fitness & Health teacher Mr. Guzzi for helping to teach students the rules of gaga. Also thanks to the parent… Continue reading Hello Hardy

Janet Rixon December 4, 2023December 4, 2023 News Read more

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Hello Hardy families Highlight from the past week: On Wednesday, the Kindergarten students had a special student share – the Kindergarten Book Store.  PHOTO RETAKE DAY On Wednesday, we will have a photo retake day. Students are reminded to bring… Continue reading Hello Hardy

Janet Rixon November 27, 2023November 27, 2023 News Read more

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Dear Hardy families, HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE PAST WEEK: Cradles to Crayons: We finished up our collection drive for Cradles to Crayons. Hardy families volunteered their time yesterday sorting items at the Cradles to Crayons facility. Kudos to parent organizers Cassidy Herren… Continue reading Hello Hardy

Janet Rixon November 13, 2023November 13, 2023 News Read more

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Dear Hardy families, HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE PAST WEEK: We wrapped up our fall parent-teacher conferences. As part of this, parents and teachers came together to discuss students and establish a shared vision for student success. On Tuesday, we had our… Continue reading Hello Hardy

Janet Rixon November 6, 2023November 6, 2023 News Read more

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Hello Hardy families Highlights from the past week: This past week we celebrated Kindness Week at Hardy. As part of this students were recognized for showing kindness in their homes and community at large. On Friday, students showed off their… Continue reading Hello Hardy

Janet Rixon October 30, 2023October 30, 2023 News Read more

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Dear Hardy families, HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE PAST WEEK: On Friday, we had an all-school meeting featuring both Hardy & Hunnewell 4th graders. Students did a great job teaching the community about kindness. As part of this presentation, students shared about… Continue reading Hello Hardy

Janet Rixon October 23, 2023October 23, 2023 News Read more
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