Good Evening, Hugh Mercer Students and Families,
This is your principal, Mr. Snyder, with your weekly update for the upcoming week. We hoped that you enjoyed your extended weekend and celebrating Labor Day.
Reminders from last week:
As we move into the routine of school, please remember to communicate with the school regarding any absences due to sickness or emergencies. Communication is key to supporting your child(ren)'s success. Please us our Attendance Notes link to report absences: Attendance Notes | Hugh Mercer Elementary School (fxbgschools.us)
Transportation changes also need to be communicated in a timely manner. The cut-off to submit changes to your child(ren)'s transportation is 2:30pm each day. Changes can be submitted online using our Transportation Changes form: Transportation Form | Hugh Mercer Elementary School (fxbgschools.us)
Picking up your child(ren) early from school must be done before 3pm — 2:45pm is the cut-off. The entrance to the bus loop and therefore the front entrance of the building is restricted to buses, starting at 3pm.
Instruction and Assessment
We are approaching our interim period for the first nine-weeks grading period. Now is a great time to ask your child more questions about their learning and how they see it progressing.
This week, our Kindergarten students will begin their Virginia Kindergarten Readiness Program (VKRP) assessment. Please ensure your child is present and on-time so our teachers can complete testing within the scheduled window.
September is Attendance Awareness Month, and we want to highlight the importance of regular attendance. Consistent attendance is key to academic success, but we also understand that illness and unforeseen circumstances can occur. If your child is sick or there's an emergency, please keep us informed by submitting notes online.
Upcoming Events
Sept 3: PTA Meeting in the HMES Library 5:30pm
Sept 3-10: HMES Book Fair in the Hugh Mercer Library
Sept 4-5: Lion Club Hearing Screenings (3rd Grade)
Sept 9: Interim Reports sent home in student folders
Sept 9: School Board Meeting 7:30pm
Sept 12: PTA Spirit Night at Sweet Frog
Sept 17: SPECIAL EVENT — Viewing of What I Wish My Parents Knew at JM Auditorium 5:30pm (more information on website and to be sent home)
Sept 18: Fall School Photos (Individual)
Sept 18: PTA Spirit Night at Panera
Sept 26: First early dismissal day of the school year — school ends 12:45pm
As always, we are looking forward to another productive and positive week ahead. Please don't hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or concerns. Your partnership is essential, and working together ensures the success of every Hugh Mercer student.
I hope you enjoy your evening and look forward to a wonderful week ahead.
Patriot PRIDE always,
Mr. Snyder