Harrisburg Elementary

We know you have lots of fun plans this summer! Take us with you! Your student received a duck on the last few days of school. Take him (or her) on vacation, to the park, to the pool, wherever you go this summer. Take a photo of your student and their duck and post it here! We are so excited to see where all of our Tomahawk duckies go this summer! *If you have misplaced your duck, we have a limited number available in the office :)

Back to school shopping is right around the corner! Here are the school supply lists that you need to make sure your student has everything they need for the 1st day! https://app.teacherlists.com/schools/124957-harrisburg-elementary-school

Mark your calendars for this year's Back to School Open House! We can't wait to see you all Friday, August 8!

🎉 It’s a special Thursday edition of Meet the Tomahawks!
Today, we’re rolling out the red carpet for our incredible Kindergarten team—the heart and foundation of our Tomahawks family! 🍎💛

From the very first day of school, these amazing educators spark curiosity, build confidence, and nurture a love of learning that lasts a lifetime. 💫 Whether it's teaching ABCs, tying shoes, or helping little ones navigate big emotions, they do it all with patience, passion, and endless smiles. 😊💕

Our Kindergarten team lays the groundwork for every child’s success—creating safe, joyful classrooms where students grow not just academically, but socially and emotionally too. 🌱✨

We are so thankful for their creativity, compassion, and the magic they bring to our halls every day.

Here’s to our Kindergarten superheroes—you make the tiniest learners feel ten feet tall! 🙌👏

Stay tuned as we continue to celebrate the amazing people who make our Tomahawks community unstoppable! 💙

🎉 It’s "Meet the Tomahawks Tuesday!" All summer long, we’re shouting out the awesome teams that make our school so great—and this week, it’s all about our amazing 3rd grade teachers! 🌟

They bring big energy, even bigger hearts, and they’re pros at helping kids grow into confident, curious learners. 💙📚

Stick with us all summer as we keep showing off the folks who make our school community so special! 🍎📝

VERY IMPORTANT : HAVE YOU UPDATED INFORMATION FOR YOUR CHILD FOR THE 25-26 SCHOOL YEAR?
If you answered YES – THANK YOU!
If you haven’t updated your child’s information:
• Login to your PowerSchool Parent Portal Account
• Select Forms
• Select GENERAL
• Complete ALL Forms (Submit each time to advance to the next form)
o We wants to make sure your child’s contacts are correct and medical information is up-to-date
o ALL Bus Transportation Requests are through PowerSchool

🎉 It’s "Meet the Tomahawks Tuesday!" Today, we’re shining a big spotlight on the superheroes behind the scenes who keep our school running strong and our students thriving! 🌟

A huge shoutout to our incredible School Nurse, School Counselors, Reading and Math Coaches, our dedicated Intervention Team, and our amazing Multilingual Team! 💙 From caring for our health and well-being, guiding us through challenges, boosting our reading and math skills, providing extra support when it’s needed most, to supporting our multilingual learners—these amazing folks do it all with heart and hustle every day. 🙌💪

We’re so grateful for their hard work and dedication that makes our school a safe, supportive, and successful place for every student. Here’s to YOU, our everyday heroes! 👏🍎✨ Stay tuned as we continue celebrating the amazing people who make our Tomahawks family unstoppable!

🎉 It’s "Meet the Tomahawks Tuesday!" We’re back with more shoutouts to the incredible teams that make our school a place where every student can shine—and this week, we’re highlighting our amazing Exceptional Ed team! 🌟These rockstars go above and beyond every single day, supporting our students with care, creativity, and so much heart. 💛👏We’re so lucky to have them, and we can’t wait for another great year together. Stay tuned as we keep the summer celebrations going! 🍎✨

School supply lists are available! Find the lists and other Back-to-School information here https://lancastercsdsc.sites.thrillshare.com/o/lancaster-csd/page/backtoschool

🎉 It’s "Meet the Tomahawks Tuesday!" This week, we’re shining the spotlight on our fantastic 2nd grade team! 🌟

These teachers are all about building confidence, curiosity, and a love for learning. With tons of heart and a whole lot of fun, they’re ready to make this year unforgettable for their students. 💙📘

Keep following along as we keep showing off the amazing people who make our school such a special place! 🍎✏️

Tomorrow Night-- Lancaster County Parks & Recreation's Annual Rockin’ Stars and Stripes Spectacular, happening Thursday, July 3 at the Buford Athletic Complex! This free ADMISSION community celebration will feature: 🎶 Live music from The Big Wheel Survivors & Elliott Poston 🎡 Kid zone with rides, games, and activities 🎆 A fireworks finale you won’t want to miss! 🛍️ Food and merchandise vendors, plus fun for the whole family Come out and support our partners at Lancaster County Parks & Recreation and have a great time with family and friends! #CommUNITY #OneLancaster

🎉 Happy "Meet the Tomahawks Tuesday!" Each summer, we love introducing our amazing teams—and this week, we’re excited to spotlight our fantastic 1st grade teachers! 🌟 With big hearts and endless energy, they’re ready to guide some of our youngest learners through an incredible year of growth and discovery. 💛📖 Stay tuned all summer as we continue celebrating the staff who make our school community shine! 🍎✏️

Lancaster County School District is proud of the Class of 2025! Check out some of their amazing accomplishments https://5il.co/3imsc #LCSDClassof2025 #OneLancaster

🎉 Happy "Meet the Tomahawks Tuesday!" Each summer, we love introducing our amazing teams—and we're kicking things off with our rockstar 4th grade teachers! 🌟 They're thrilled to welcome many of you into their classrooms soon. Stay tuned this summer as we continue showcasing the staff that make our school so special! 📚🍎

Lancaster County Parks & Recreation's Annual Rockin’ Stars and Stripes Spectacular, happening Thursday, July 3 at the Buford Athletic Complex! This free ADMISSION community celebration will feature: 🎶 Live music from The Big Wheel Survivors & Elliott Poston 🎡 Kid zone with rides, games, and activities 🎆 A fireworks finale you won’t want to miss! 🛍️ Food and merchandise vendors, plus fun for the whole family Come out and support our partners at Lancaster County Parks & Recreation and have a great time with family and friends! #CommUNITY #OneLancaster

Did you miss the opportunity to Take a Closer Look at the 2025-2026 budget on June 11th? The meetings were streamed and you can view them at the links below: June 11, 2025 8:00 - 9:00 am Budget Info Meeting https://vimeo.com/event/5188700 June 11, 2025 12:00 - 1:00 pm Budget Info Meeting https://vimeo.com/event/5188705 June 11, 2025 6:30 7:30 pm Budget Info Meeting https://vimeo.com/event/5188709

Attention Rising Kindergarten Families, Don't forget to sign up for your child's kindergarten screening! This is a wonderful chance for your child to meet some of our kindergarten teachers and for us to learn more about what they already know. We also ask that you complete the Parent Input Form to help our teachers get to know your child before the first day of school. Please help us spread the word by sharing this information on your neighborhood Facebook pages!

Check out this weeks Tomahawk of the Week, Kelly Nicoletti! Congratulations to Mrs. Nicoletti, our Tomahawk of the Week! Her passion for teaching, and dedication to her students have made a lasting impact on everyone in the classroom. She has a gift for turning reading and writing into something students genuinely look forward to. Whether she's teaching a lesson or encouraging students to believe in themselves, Mrs. Nicoletti goes above and beyond. She handles any challenge with grace and professionalism. She has done a fantastic job at HES for several years and her leadership and service does not go unnoticed. This recognition is well deserved, and we’re proud to celebrate the difference she makes here at Harrisburg Elementary! Congratulations, Mrs. Nicoletti! As this week's winners, you will receive a $25 gift card to Super Chix in Indian Land and a certificate for a session at Perspire Sauna Studio! Thank you Super Chix Perspire for your support!

Schools and offices will be closed Monday, May 26, in observance of Memorial Day.

BUS REGISTRATION and RETURNING STUDENT REGISTRATION for 2025-2026 is open! Parents, please log into your PowerSchool Parent Portal Account - select "Forms" and complete forms under the "GENERAL" tab for 25-26 Returning Student Registration. This will allow you to update all of your student's information at one time. If your student needs bus transportation to or from school, it is CRITICAL that you click the google link below and respond immediately to reserve your child's spot on the bus for next year. GOOGLE LINK - https://forms.gle/wCJJo4xoj9asCWtj8 We appreciate your PROMPT attention to updating your child's information so that bus transportation will be secured for the first day of school. Bus Registrations received after June 30 will go on a waiting list. Updating registration forms ensures that your child's school has the correct contact and health information. Registration will close on June 30, 2025. If you need assistance accessing your PowerSchool Parent Portal account, please call 803-416-8829 or 803-416-8835.