NOVEMBER 9th

November is a busy month! Can you believe we have made it to November? We are so excited for all things fall and holiday related. Be sure to join us for some yummy BBQ, our Winter Coat Drive, and rounding out our Lovejoy Letter Campaign!

In addition to these fun happenings, don't forget to join our ShopWithScrip program and send the staff some love through gift cards. We need your help! Our gift card drive will run through the end of this month. The goal is to gift each staff member with $20-$25 in gift cards to show our love and appreciation for all they do.

As always, thank you for your continued support,

Dani Miller

JOIN our ShopWithScrip program!! This will be a wonderful tool to have for the holiday season ahead. With enrollment, you will be able to purchase gift cards for our teachers, your family and friends, or for yourself. Every gift card offers a percentage back ranging from 1-22%. This money goes directly back to Hart PTO so we can continue to provide enrichment and connectivity for our community and all of our students. Details can be found below under Hospitality.

TODAY IS THE LAST DAY FOR ORDERS for Hart PTO Spirit Day with Lovejoy BBQ. PRE-ORDER food now! Orders open 11/1 through 11/9! QR Codes and details are below!

New! Recycle week and the annual Winter Coat Drive are around the corner. We will have boxes outside of the school during this time for cold weather donations benefiting the ACO. Details can be found below.

Just a friendly reminder that the 7th annual Lovejoy Letter Campaign for teachers and staff members is under way. A simple note or drawing to show appreciation for our Hart staff to let them know they make a difference and that we value them. LLC bins are located at each entrance for easy drop-off. Please remember to clearly label the envelope with LLC and the staff/teacher’s name. The deadline is Friday, November 13th. Thank you for all you do!

ArtSparks

A CELEBRATION of the visual arts focusing on elementary school students. An art appreciation program which exposes over 6000 Allen school children and adults to great works of art.

An EXPLORATION of what is seen with one’s eyes, as well as with one’s heart and intellect. Students use not only their eyes, but also their intellect and heart to put into words thoughts about what a work of art means on a personal level.

A COLLABORATION of city local sponsorship and citizen talent. ArtSparks is sponsored by the Allen Arts Alliance and staffed by dedicated community volunteers. Volunteers include parents, grandparents, retired educators, and local business leaders among others.

We are thrilled to announce that ArtSparks will be done virtually this year! They have been working hard on new presentations for us to use in the classrooms. Details are coming soon as we gather volunteers.

We LOVE our volunteers and appreciate any amount of time you are able to give. Below are the areas where we currently need help!

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We would love to have parents take advantage of presenting to your child's class. There will be a total of four presentations for the school year. These will be done virtually. You will need to be comfortable with ZOOM and screen sharing. All of the material will be provided.

CLICK HERE to fill out our volunteer form. (Check Yes for ArtSparks)

If interested, but have further questions, please contact Robin Dale, robindale05@gmail.com.

Grade Level Coordinator >

We are searching for two parents per grade level to create and maintain a communication outlet for all of the classrooms we have at Hart.

CLICK HERE to fill out our volunteer form. (Check Yes for Room Parent)

If interested, but have further questions, please contact Tricia Harris, dean1276@gmail.com.

40% Off Sale

Use code ONEHEART at checkout to receive the discount.

*Promo Code NOT valid on Hats, Vests, Pre-Orders, or New Apparel.*

New Items

Come check out these fun new styles available now!

The next available pickup day for Spiritwear is this Friday, November 13th. As a reminder, pickup instructions and procedures are as follows:

Any order placed M-TH by 2pm will be available for pickup that Friday from 12-2 pm. If an order is placed after 2pm on Thursday, it will be available for pickup the following Friday.

Orders will be located in a box labeled Spiritwear outside the front of the school. Names will be labeled on the bags.

Click on the Hart Spirit Store link below to shop! We appreciate all of your purchases and support!

Hart Spirit Store

Donations are always accepted! All donations go directly to support the programs and events our organization offers. No amount is too small - please consider making a donation today!

Click on the image to support Hart and the PTO!

You shop. Kroger gives.

Be sure to link your Kroger shoppers card with Hart Elementary PTO. Donating couldn't be easier. You shop, Kroger gives.

Organization Name:

Hart Elementary PTO

Click the image for instructions on linking your card.

Use the new Box Tops App to scan your receipt. The app will find participating products purchased at any store and instantly add cash to Hart Elementary PTO. Please register today! We appreciate your support.

Organization Name:

Hart Elementary PTO

Click the image for more information.

Special and Gifted Education

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Click Here to view what is happening for November.

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The Texas Association for the Gifted and Talented is hosting a Family Strand at the annual conference. This virtual offering is only $59, and includes access until the end of the year. There are several great sessions to choose from.

https://tagtconference.org/families/