🚗💨 Car Rider Fast Pass: Because Beating the Line is a Vibe
Sure, our car rider line moves like a well-oiled machine… but if you like to skip the wait and score that front-of-the-line energy, the Fall Car Rider Fast Pass is for you.

🎟️ $50 gets you:
✅ VIP pickup at the front entrance (Clarendon Ave.)
✅ Your student released first at 3:20pm (car must arrive by 3:17pm)
✅ One pass per car rider number
✅ Valid August 18 – December 19, 2025
✅ All proceeds support Hawthorne PTA ❤️

Only a few passes left—grab yours before they vanish!
🛒 tinyurl.com/HawkGoods

#FastPassFlex #ParentingWin #HawkLife #SupportPTA

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🚗💨 Acceso Rápido de Pasajeros en Auto de Otoño: Porque ser puntual también tiene sus privilegios
Nuestra línea de autos ya es eficiente… ¡pero si quieres evitar la espera y tener energía VIP al recoger a tu estudiante, el Acceso Rápido de Pasajeros en Auto de Otoño es para ti!

🎟️ Por solo $50, obtendrás:
✅ Recogida VIP en la entrada principal (Clarendon Ave.)
✅ Tu estudiante saldrá primero a las 3:20 p. m. (el auto debe llegar antes de las 3:17 p. m.)
✅ Un pase por número de pasajero en auto
✅ Válido del 18 de agosto al 19 de diciembre de 2025
✅ Todo lo recaudado apoya a la PTA de Hawthorne ❤️

Quedan pocos pases—¡apresúrese antes de que se agoten!
🛒 tinyurl.com/HawkGoods

#AccesoRápido #FamiliasHawthorne #ModoVIP #ApoyoPTA

about 1 year ago, Hawthorne Elementary
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What an AMAZING first day back at Hawthorne Elementary! ✨ Our hallways were filled with smiles, laughter, and the sound of learning beginning. From seeing old friends to making brand new ones, our little hawks soared right into the school year! 💙💛 We’re so proud of how our students showed kindness, curiosity, and courage today. Here’s to a year of growing, learning, and flying high together!
about 1 year ago, Hawthorne Elementary
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🎒📚 WELCOME BACK, JCPS | The first day of school is here, and we’re so excited to kick off another amazing year of learning and growth. We can’t wait to see all the bright, smiling faces in our classrooms today!

📸 Don’t forget to share your back-to-school moments with us on social media using #JCPSFirstDay!
about 1 year ago, JCPS Communications
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NEW platform, same Hawthorne spirit! Catch all the latest updates in our Hawthorne Weekly Newsletter here: https://tinyurl.com/HawkWeeklyNews

¡NUEVA plataforma, el mismo espíritu de Hawthorne! Manténgase al día con las últimas novedades en nuestro boletín semanal de Hawthorne aquí: https://tinyurl.com/HawkWeeklyNews

about 1 year ago, Hawthorne Elementary
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📢 Missed Meet the Teacher?
If you weren’t able to attend yesterday and still need your student’s transportation information, the front office is open today until 3:00 p.m. for transportation folder pickup.
🚸 Tomorrow is the first day of school, ensure you’re ready!

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📢 ¿No pudo asistir a Meet the Teacher?
Si no pudo venir ayer y aún necesita la información de transporte de su estudiante, la oficina principal estará abierta hoy hasta las 3:00 p.m. para recoger su carpeta de transporte.
🚸 ¡Mañana es el primer día de clases, prepárese con tiempo!
about 1 year ago, Hawthorne Elementary
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🦅✨ Our Meet the Teacher night was a soaring success! We loved seeing all of our little hawks and their families, and the excitement for the year ahead is flying high. We can’t wait to spread our wings together and make this the best school year yet! 💛📚
about 1 year ago, Hawthorne Elementary
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📢 Meet the Teacher is TODAY!
📅 Tuesday, August 5 | ⏰ 2:00–3:30 PM
Come meet your teacher, drop off supplies, complete forms, confirm transportation & visit stations (PTA, nurse, counselor, FRC).
🕑 A–H: 2:00 | I–P: 2:30 | Q–Z: 3:00
Come anytime if needed!

📢 ¡Hoy es Meet the Teacher!
📅 Martes, 5 de agosto | ⏰ 2:00–3:30 p.m.
Conozca al maestro(a), deje útiles escolares, complete formularios, confirme transporte y visite estaciones (PTA, enfermera, consejera, FRC).
🕑 A–H: 2:00 | I–P: 2:30 | Q–Z: 3:00
¡Puede venir en cualquier horario!
about 1 year ago, Hawthorne Elementary
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🎉 WELCOME BACK, TEACHERS 👩‍🏫 | JCPS teachers returned to their classrooms today ahead of students' first day of school on Thursday, Aug. 7! We're excited to see classrooms come to life again with energy, creativity, and care.
about 1 year ago, JCPS Communications
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NEW platform, same Hawthorne spirit! Catch all the latest updates in our Hawthorne Weekly Newsletter here: https://tinyurl.com/HawkWeeklyNews

¡NUEVA plataforma, el mismo espíritu de Hawthorne! Manténgase al día con las últimas novedades en nuestro boletín semanal de Hawthorne aquí: https://tinyurl.com/HawkWeeklyNews

about 1 year ago, Hawthorne Elementary
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We’re thrilled to welcome some amazing new members to the Hawthorne Elementary family! From classrooms to offices, this year’s team is full of energy, talent, and heart — and they’re ready to make a big impact.

Each new staff member brings something special to our school community, and we can’t wait for you to get to know them! Be sure to check out their bios and their photos!

Let’s give them a warm Hawthorne welcome!
about 1 year ago, Hawthorne Elementary
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New Hawthorne Staff 2025-2026 Ms. Lawson
New Hawthorne Staff 2025-2026 Ms. Yera
🎒💫 Back-to-school season is here, and the Louisville community has tons of exciting events to get you and your student ready for the new year!

Check out any of the events happening across the city, but be sure to stop by the Westport Middle School Back-to-School Bash, where I, your HFRC Coordinator, will be helping give out free backpacks! 👋🎒

PLUS, if you have an incoming kindergartner, you won’t want to miss the Blast Off to Kindergarten event at McFerran Preparatory Academy on Saturday, July 26, from 10 AM–12 PM. It’s open to all incoming JCPS kindergarten families!

📍 Find flyers for both events in your email.

Let’s start the school year strong, Hawthorne! 💚 #HawthorneHawks #BacktoSchool2025

🎒💫 ¡Ya comenzó la temporada de regreso a clases en Louisville, y hay muchos eventos comunitarios para ayudar a las familias a prepararse!

¡Asista a cualquier evento en la ciudad, pero asegúrese de pasar por el evento en Westport Middle School, donde estare yo, Coordinadora del HFRC, regalando mochilas escolares gratis! 👋🎒

Y si tiene un/a estudiante que entrará a kindergarten, no se pierda el evento especial Blast Off to Kindergarten en McFerran Preparatory Academy el sábado 26 de julio de 10 a.m. a 12 p.m.. ¡Está abierto a todas las familias con niños que ingresan a kindergarten en JCPS!

📍 A continuación, encontrará los volantes en su correo electronico.

¡Comencemos este año escolar con el pie derecho, Hawthorne! 💚 #HawthorneHawks #RegresoAClases2025
about 1 year ago, Hawthorne Elementary
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Teacher/class assignments were emailed, so be sure to check your email! Kindergarten teacher/class assignments will be sent out after our Hawks' Nest Kindergarten Camp & Orientation next week!

🖍️✂️ La Casita School Supply Blitz! Help us provide safety scissors and glue sticks for La Casita and their school supply drive. Here’s a link to an Amazon wish list to make donating easy! All items will ship to Cecilia Haynes. A bin is also located on Hawthorne’s front porch for supply collection. We truly appreciate your support! https://tinyurl.com/LaCasitaSupplies
¡Gracias!

¡Se enviaron por correo electrónico las asignaciones de maestro/clase, así que asegúrese de revisar su email! ¡Las asignaciones de maestro/clase para Kinder se enviarán después de nuestro Campamento y Orientación de Kinder El Nido de Halcones la próxima semana!

🖍️✂️ ¡Campaña de Útiles Escolares para La Casita! Ayúdenos a proporcionar tijeras de seguridad y barras de pegamento para La Casita y su colecta de útiles escolares. Aquí tiene un enlace a una lista de deseos de Amazon para facilitar su donación: https://tinyurl.com/LaCasitaSupplies.
Todos los artículos se enviarán a Cecilia Haynes. También hay un contenedor en el porche de Hawthorne para dejar sus donaciones. ¡Agradecemos mucho su apoyo!
¡Gracias!

about 1 year ago, Hawthorne Elementary
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📢 COMMUNITY CONVERSATIONS | JCPS Superintendent Dr. Brian Yearwood is hitting the road with Community Conversations—a new series of public forums at high schools across the district!

Join Dr. Yearwood for open, honest dialogue where YOU can ask questions, share your voice, and help shape the future of JCPS.

✅ Open to all
📍 Locations: High schools across JCPS (see the flyer for details)
🗓️ Happening over the coming weeks/months

Together, let’s build on our shared strengths to create even stronger schools and deeper community connections! 🩵 📚
about 1 year ago, JCPS Communications
Flyer for Community Conversations with Dr. Brian Yearwood. Lists dates and times for public forums at JCPS high schools: July 28 – Seneca HS, 5:30–7 PM July 30 – Fairdale HS, 5:30–7 PM Aug 12 – Valley HS, 5:30–7 PM Aug 16 – Male HS, 10–11:30 AM Aug 21 – Ballard HS, 5:30–7 PM Aug 26 – Jeffersontown HS, 5:30–7 PM Sept 4 – Academy @ Shawnee, 5:30–7 PM Open to the public. JCPS logo shown. Dr. Yearwood pictured engaging with students.

NEW platform, same Hawthorne spirit! Catch all the latest updates in our Hawthorne Weekly Newsletter here: https://tinyurl.com/HawkWeeklyNews

¡NUEVA plataforma, el mismo espíritu de Hawthorne! Manténgase al día con las últimas novedades en nuestro boletín semanal de Hawthorne aquí: https://tinyurl.com/HawkWeeklyNews

about 1 year ago, Hawthorne Elementary
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🌟 BIG IDEAS, BRIGHT FUTURES | Our incredible ECE teachers, aides, and staff are diving into three days of learning, sharing, and growing at the JCPS Diverse Learners Institute to better support the 13,500 amazing JCPS students with disabilities. 🙌
about 1 year ago, JCPS Communications
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🌟 INSPIRING PATHWAYS | Leaders from JCPS Academies of Louisville and Explore schools came together today for an inspiring Leadership Conference. These innovative middle and high schools are helping students discover their passions and plan their careers—serving as national models for student success! ✨
about 1 year ago, JCPS Communications
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🏆 KICKING OFF THE SEASON | JCPS fall sports coaches gathered last week for a Coaches Clinic, where they brushed up on KHSAA and district rules, Character First, CPR, SB 181, Unified Sports, and ways to support the mental health and wellness of our student-athletes.

Our leaders are ready to inspire and guide!
about 1 year ago, JCPS Communications
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🚨 HAPPENING NOW | Ready to turn your skills into support for students/schools?

Meet with hiring managers at our job fair TODAY, Friday, July 11 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

✅ Family-Friendly Schedule
✅ On-the-Job Training Provided
✅ Competitive Pay
📢 Tag a friend who’s job hunting!

To learn more about upcoming opportunities, follow JCPS Recruitment on social:

⭐️ X: @JCPSRecruit
⭐️ Facebook: https://facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064061559633
about 1 year ago, JCPS Communications
Job Fair flyer for JCPS. The flyer invites people to meet hiring managers for positions in Custodians, Maintenance, Early Childhood, Nutrition Services, Mechanics/Body Workers, Transportation, and Bilingual Associate Instructors. Services available include interpreters and application assistance. Attendees should bring a resume and two references with emails. The job fair is on Friday, July 11, 2025, from 10 am to 2 pm at 3903 Atkinson Sq Dr, Louisville, KY 40218. There will be a local food truck from Burger Word. Images show food, a painted child’s hand, car repair, a garbage truck, smiling school children, and maintenance workers. JCPS logo included.
JCPS families who have recently moved or will move before August 7 must report address changes by Monday, July 21, to be considered for a bus stop on the first day of school, August 7. Families can report their address changes by: - Filling out the Proof of Address Form: https://apps.jefferson.kyschools.us/StudentAssignment/LandingPad/EmailForm.aspx?Action=UpdateAddress - Calling their child’s school: https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/4298/JCPS/4106718/School_Directory_Phone_List_Red_White_and_Blue.pdf
about 1 year ago, JCPS Communications
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✨ JCPS SPOTLIGHT MAGAZINE | From everyday heroes to historic firsts, the JCPS Spotlight Magazine captures the stories that made the 2024-25 school year unforgettable! ⭐️🎓

💫 Check it out! 👉 https://bit.ly/JCPSSpotlight25
about 1 year ago, JCPS Communications
JCPS Spotlight Year in Review 2025 magazine cover.