Hurlock Elementary

🦀 Hurlock Elementary School Families there is Still time to register for the PEP Up & Thrive Crab Feast! 🦀 Who doesn’t love some crabs?! 😋 Join PEP – Parent Encouragement Program for good food, a parent talk, and helpful parenting tools you can use right away — ALL FREE! 📍 North County: North Dorchester High School 5745 Cloverdale Rd., Hurlock, MD 21643 📅 Wednesday, September 30 | ⏰ 5:00–7:00 PM RSVP link : https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd_LGJDi2P6rPPgt1VsxiDBba4gEfngZLO8BEfgzCb9rUnWfw/viewform 🦀 FREE dinner + FREE event! Don’t miss out! Register today using the QR code or link 💙

NorthBay is fast approaching, and we need your help!

If your child plans to attend, please return all NorthBay paperwork as soon as possible. We need to provide NorthBay with an accurate student count very soon. If your child will not be attending, please let your child’s teacher know that as well.

Interested in chaperoning? Please let us know ASAP! The background check and fingerprinting process takes time, and we do not want anyone to miss the opportunity to chaperone because these steps were not completed in time.

If you would like to chaperone:

Notify your child’s teacher ASAP that you are interested in chaperoning.
Complete the Volunteer Form on the DCPS website to begin the approval process.
Ms. Lynn Redmer from Central Office will contact you to schedule a time for you to be fingerprinted.

Please don’t wait! We want to make sure all paperwork and chaperone requirements are completed in plenty of time for our NorthBay trip.

Don’t forget—our NorthBay Parent Information Night is October 6th at 6:00 p.m. This will be a virtual event and a great opportunity to learn more about the trip and get your questions answered.

Thank you for helping us get everything finalized so our students can have an amazing NorthBay experience!

🎄 Christmas Assistance 2026 – Dorchester County Families! 🎁 The Salvation Army of the Mid-Shore is now preparing for its 2026 Angel Tree Christmas Assistance Program. Dorchester County families with children age 12 and under as of December 25, 2026 may be eligible to receive Christmas assistance. 📍 In-person registration only The Salvation Army 200 Washington Street, Cambridge, MD 21613 📅 September 28, 29 & 30, 2026 ⏰ 10:00 AM–12:00 PM & 1:00–3:00 PM 📅 October 2, 2026 ⏰ 10:00 AM–12:00 PM & 4:00–7:00 PM Families must bring the required documentation listed on the flyer, including Maryland photo ID, birth certificates for all children, proof of income, proof of residency, proof of expenses, and parent/guardian contact information. 🎁 Wish list items are not guaranteed. Please see the attached flyer for full details

Global Day of Student Prayer ! Hurlock Elementary School invites our students, families, and community to come together for a special morning of prayer, reflection, and unity as we lift up our students, families, school, and community. 💙🦅 📅 Wednesday, September 23, 2026 ⏰ 8:00 AM 📍 Hurlock Elementary School

🌱💙💚 HES FAMILY NIGHT: GROWING GREATNESS TOGETHER! 💛💙 Hurlock Elementary families, we’d love for you to join us for an evening of connection, learning, and fun! 🌳✨ 📅 Wednesday, September 23, 2026 ⏰ 5:30–7:00 PM 📍 Hurlock Elementary School Families will have the opportunity to: 🌟 Meet your child’s grade-level teachers 🌟 Participate in a fun grade-level activity 🌟 Connect with community partners 🌟 Attend our Parent/Guardian Title I Information Session 🌟 Enjoy spaghetti dinner to-go 🌟 childcare will be provided during parent information session Please complete the RSVP form by Sunday September 20 so we can plan accordingly. We can’t wait to see our HES families! 💙💚 https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdNN8KRTm7_ap_BO_-XAS7Y8u8dkXPJzdxG0lSTGJ4tb4UdVw/viewform

💜 HES FAMILIES! 💜 Tomorrow, September 17th, HES students are encouraged to WEAR PURPLE in support of DCPS Goes Purple! 💜 Let’s show our support and fill Hurlock Elementary with purple! 💜💜

🏠👕 REP YOUR HOUSE! 👕🏠 The Hurlock Elementary School House Shirt Sale is here! 🎉 Show your House pride with T-shirts and hoodies featuring your House colors and designs! 💙❤️💛💜 🗓️ Order by September 30! 📲 Scan the QR code or visit the link on the flyer to shop. https://stores.inksoft.com/hur028/shop/home Let’s see those Mighty Eagles repping their Houses! 🦅🏠✨ #HurlockElementary #HousePride #MightyEagles #GrowingGreatness #HouseShirts #RepYourHouse

The Developmental Disabilities Administration's (DDA) Low Intensity Support Services (LISS) program random selection process is now OPEN. LISS helps children and adults with DD access services, equipment, and more. LISS is only available for people who do not receive other services from DDA. Recipients will be randomly selected. People who are selected can receive up to $1,000. You must apply by tomorrow, September 15 to be considered. Need support filling out the application please reach out to Kelly flack :, DCPS family support coordinator at flackk@dcpsmd.org Learn more: https://health.maryland.gov/dda/Pages/liss.aspx

This week's newsletter:

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🏠🦅 SHOW YOUR HOUSE PRIDE, HES! 🦅🏠 Don’t forget—Fridays are Casual House Color Fridays! Students can show their House pride with a simple pop of their color—no need to be decked out from head to toe! ❤️💛💜🩶 Students can also wear HES blue to show their Eagle pride! 💙 👕 Want to add some official House gear to your closet? Our HES House Shirt Sale is OPEN! T-shirts and hoodies are available for all four Houses: 🩶 Bertekun ❤️ Elevar 💛 Shuti 💜 Tvorivost’ 📅 Orders are due by September 30! https://stores.inksoft.com/hur028 Grab your House gear and get ready to represent on Fridays all year long! 🦅 Every little bit of pride makes a BIG impact. Let’s soar together! 💙🏠✨

🥔⏰ #NoTardyTaters in Action! ⏰🥔 Mr. Potato Head made his FIRST appearance in Mrs. Parker’s class! 🎉👏🏽 Congratulations to our students for their dedication to being at school and on time each day! Their hard work earned them a class celebration and some tasty chips! 🥔🎉 Mrs. Parker’s class has been showing up ON TIME and working together to put all the pieces on their Potato Head! 👏🏽🎉 A special thank you to our families for helping make attendance and being on time a priority. 💙💛 ⏰ 🌱 Our goal is Be in the building BEFORE 8:45 a.m. When students arrive on time, they have time to get settled, get to class, and be ready to learn when the bell rings. 👀🥔 Now the big question… WHOSE CLASS WILL BE NEXT?! 👀🥔 every tater counts ! #NoTardyTaters #AttendanceMatters #EveryTaterCounts #GrowingGreatness #HurlockElementary

📣 HES PTO Planning Meeting is TOMORROW! 🦅💙💚💛 We need our HES parents! You don’t have to hold an official PTO title to get involved. If you have ideas, want to volunteer, help with events, or simply want to support our school, we want YOU! 🙌🏽 📅 Thursday, September 10th ⏰ 5:30 PM 📍 HES Media Center https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSet5pUkOzbCmiA9bP-f1T8PYNscvB44O_8jgbo4u0aKWzpyAA/viewform Can’t make it tomorrow? No worries! Please use the link to let us know you’re interested in getting involved. There will be plenty of opportunities to help throughout the school year. 💙 Your voice matters. Your involvement makes a difference! 🦅 Come join us — we need parents!

Good afternoon, HES Families and Community!

Please take a few moments to read through this week’s Family & Community Newsletter to stay connected with all the great things happening at Hurlock Elementary. We have another exciting week ahead as we continue Growing Greatness—Every Child, Every Day, Every Opportunity!

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🎉 Congratulations to Our Staff Members of the Week! 🎉 sorry I couldn't just pick 2 because these staff members have gone way above and beyond this week ! 🌟 Mrs. Nikki Morris – Mrs. Morris has gone above and beyond by stepping in to support our 5th-grade team wherever she is needed. From jumping in to teach with little to no preparation, supporting ELA instruction, covering recess, and helping prepare teams for the new reading curriculum, her positivity, flexibility, and willingness to help truly shine! 🌟 Ms. Andrea Love – Ms. Love has shown incredible adaptability and a willingness to jump right in wherever she is needed! Despite new challenges, schedule and caseload changes, and welcoming many new students, she continues to stay calm, positive, and ready to help in any way she can. 🌟 Mr. Chico Simmons – Mr. Simmons has been recognized for his positive attitude and willingness to step up whenever help is needed. Whether covering a 5th-grade classroom without hesitation or jumping in to support the team, Chico is always ready to lend a helping hand! 👏 Thank you all for going above and beyond for our students, staff, and school community. We appreciate you! 💙🦅 these 3 staff members will enjoy jeans all next week and Staff member VIP Parking ! I will grab your pictures next week friends - Love BEAN ❤️

Please use this updated link for the potty training workshop https://app.zoom.us/wc/85855962380/join?ref_from=launch&_x_zm_rtaid=2hlBWip8SAWZky4Sl2hkZg.1788383727144.2857453a8bf307039031cd619f4a03b7&_x_zm_rhtaid=154&fromPWA=1&wpk=wcpk%7B0%7D%26%26%26%26wcpkcd4737c5c63cb4f50195ca92691b32d2

Just a reminder for tonight's virtual workshop! Thank you for your commitment in helping our students grow and be potty trained ! Join our virtual workshop for families with children birth to age 5! Learn helpful tips on potty training, readiness, routines, and positive strategies to support your child’s journey toward independence. Date: Today , Wednesday September 2, 2026 Location: Virtual Time : 5:30 pm https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88535009325?pwd=J8oQaZHXe2NKgCZHH79Ogmcp8KvzYp.1 Please plan to log in a few minutes early so we can get started on time. We look forward to seeing you! Families that attend will be eligible to receive a wonderful potty from our Judy Center. You have the option to pick it up from the Judy Center or have it delivered. Potty Pick-Up Options: Thursday, September 3 from 1pm -3pm Friday, September 4 8 am -3pm Potty Delivery Options: Thursday, September 3 Friday, September 4 Please use this form to indicate if you will pick up or need your potty to be dropped off. https://forms.gle/LueTGfFztgBn5CuZA

September is just a few days away, and it is packed with opportunities for our students and families to learn, grow, connect, and have fun together! Be sure to check out our Family & Community Newsletter for all the exciting events and important dates coming up at Hurlock Elementary—we can’t wait to keep Growing Greatness together!

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Don't forget to wear your house colors tomorrow!! If you do not have a house yet you can wear our school safe colors (blue or black) ! 🩶❤️💛💜💙

🚗💨 Skip the Car Rider Line! 💨🚗 We still have 3 VIP parking spots available! 🙌💙💛 Bidding starts at $100 and ends August 28th. Winners can start using their VIP spots on August 31st! 📞 Call Mrs. Dorsey at 410-943-3303 ext. 1801 to place your bid! All proceeds support Hurlock Elementary School students! 💙💛 Don’t miss your chance to make pick up at dismissal a little easier! 🅿️✨

Hurlock Elementary school students bus information & times can be found on the link below. https://files-backend.assets.thrillshare.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/4053/Dcps/b4d80102-ea65-44e8-8cb4-e957883a360d/HES-UPDATED-BUS-TIMES.pdf?disposition=inline