HP Community,
As we wrap up this week at HP, this weekend is the big production of the 8th Grade Musical, Guys & Dolls. Online tickets are now closed but you can buy them at the door tonight and Saturday! Performances begin at 7:30pm.
As a reminder, the week of May 5th is National Teacher Appreciation Week! There are several HSA, KPA and Class of 2025 sponsored events for our amazing staff members. Please consider sending a note of appreciation to a teacher! Feel free to print and use some sample thank you templates below!
The HSA Plant Sale will be held on Thursday and Friday, May 8th and 9th. The schedule is attached below and was sent home with students this week!
See the below Save the Date for Fall of 2025 Chuseok Festival.
In sports news, The HP Spartans Girls Softball team had an incredible week, playing three games and coming out strong in each one. On Monday, the team traveled to Norwood and brought home a dominant 25-2 win. Wednesday’s home game against Haworth was another standout performance, with Paige Palmer leading HP on the mound, Paige Radoian blasting a 3-run homer in the 3rd inning, and Alyssa Criaris sealing the 15-1 victory with a game-ending diving catch with two outs and two on base. The Spartans wrapped up the week on Thursday with a rematch against Closter. This away game featured a near-perfect pitching rotation by Paige Palmer, Paige Radoian, and Olive Schryver. Leighton Schryver was solid (yet again) behind the plate, catching with confidence and helping shut down 2 Closter attempts to steal home thanks to excellent communication amongst the infield. There were also excellent plays in the infield by Quinn Hutchinson and Grace Jakubowyc at shortstop and 2nd base, and by Sammy Finer at 1st base. With sharp baserunning and aggressive fielding, the Spartans secured a 14-1 win to finish the week 3-0. We’re back in action on Tuesday, May 6th, with an away game at Northvale.
The Baseball Team had an outstanding week finishing with wins over Norwood and Haworth along with a tough loss to Closter. Michael Fernandez pitched a solid game and paired with quality defense behind him the Spartans beat Norwood 10-3. The team got their bats working against Haworth scoring 15 runs and defeating them 15-5. Ethan Strate dominated the Haworth offense on the mound, while Liam Donnelly and Matt Stout led the charge at the plate. The team finished off the week losing a challenging game to Closter 11-1. The game was highlighted by great defensive plays by Luke Pavone, while Julian Torrie came in clutch with an RBI double in the 3rd inning. The team's record sits at 2-2-1 and will hope to get back on track next week against Northvale.
WATER, WATER, WATER! As the weather is getting warmer, please remember to send your child with a reusable water bottle. The Main Office and Health Office are getting inundated with requests for water bottles, we can not keep enough on hand! Students who forget water have been receiving small cups to use at the fill stations.
We’re excited to share that our popular Summer Escape camp is back again this year, running from August 4th–22nd, Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM. This engaging camp offers a fun blend of academic enrichment and social-emotional learning to keep minds sharp and spirits high! For more details and to register, please visit the Summer Escape section on our school website. We hope to see you there! https://www.hpsd.org/page/spartan-summer-escape
Have a wonderful weekend HP!
Jessica Nitzberg
Principal
May Happenings:
May 2nd & May 3rd - 8th Grade Evening Guys & Dolls Performance 7:30pm
Week of May 5th - Teacher Appreciation Week
Monday, May 5th - BOE Meeting APR 6:00pm
May 8th & May 9th - HSA Mother’s Day Plant Sale -Schedule Below
Friday, May 9th - 5th Grade Music Mania
Tuesday, May 13th - HSA Budget Meeting 7:00pm School Library
Wednesday, May 14th - 7:00pm Strings, 6th Gr. Band, Jazz Band, Upper Chorus, Upper Band
Friday, May 16th - HSA 4th Grade Movie Night
Wednesday May 21st-Friday May 23rd - 8th Grade Boston trip
Thursday, May 22nd - 7:00pm 4th Grade Band & Chorus - 7:40 - 5th Grade Band & Chorus
Monday, May 26th - School and Offices Closed Memorial Day
Wednesday, May 28th - Kindergarten Concert & Moving Up Ceremony
Friday, May 30th - Kindergarten 12:00pm Dismissal - Incoming Fall of 25 Kindergarten Afternoon Visitation
Saturday, May 31st- HSA Color Run
Weekly Flyers
HSA Plant Sale
Fall of 2025 Chuseok Festival
Teacher Appreciation Week Thank You Templates
Downloadable here: Teacher Appreciation Thank You Templates.pdf
Community News:
Summer Reading & Math Support for students in grades 4-8: Mrs. Brodie, Mrs. Vazquez, and Mrs. Koh will guide students as they focus on finishing summer reading and math requirements. Sign up for one week or all three. Sessions will take place in the town library from 3:30-5:00. Camp Innovation kids can walk directly to the town library with Mrs. Brodie. Dates: Session one - July 7-10, Session two - July 14-17, Session three - July 21-24. Cost is $175 per session. Summer Support Sign Up Sheet
Spartan Basketball Camp: Mr. Leichte and the HP basketball team would like to invite girls and boys entering grades 3-6 to join us for a fun and exciting week of learning and developing fundamental basketball skills. The camp will focus on having fun while learning important skills needed to be successful on the court. Skill work will include shooting, passing, ball handling, rebounding, and defense. Camp Info Dates: June 23-27 and/or August 11-15, 2025 - Time: 9 am – 12 pm- Cost: $175 (includes camp t-shirt)- Daily Drop-Off and Pick-Up: HP Gymnasium- If you have any questions, please contact Mr. Leichte - Email: Leichte@hpsd.org
Registration is now open for Camp Innovation Summer 2025! Camp Innovation will be running again this summer from June 30-August 1 at Harrington Park School. The camp will run from 12:30-3pm unless you choose the lunch option with pickup from NVCamp. Further information and registration forms can be found on our website www.campinnovationnj.com
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Unleash Your Summer Adventure at NV Summer Camp! Are you ready for a summer filled with fun, friendship, and unforgettable experiences? Look no further! NV Summer Camp offers an exciting and enriching program for children going in Kindergarten thru 6th grade. What Awaits You at NV Summer Camp?
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Make New Friends: Our camp provides a fantastic opportunity to meet other kids from the area, build lasting friendships, and create memories together.
Learn and Grow: Our age-appropriate activities are designed to be both fun and educational, fostering creativity, teamwork, and personal growth. Discover new skills and interests in a supportive environment.
Safe and Supervised: The well-being of our campers is our top priority. Our experienced and caring staff are dedicated to providing a safe, nurturing, and positive atmosphere for everyone.
Variety of Activities: Enjoy a wide range of activities, including:
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Arts & Crafts: Painting, drawing, and crafts.
Science Exploration: Science experiments such as slime and more!
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Visit our website at NVSummerCamp.com
Complete the Registration on the registration page.
Complete Payment on the payment page.