Schuylkill Haven Area Elementary Center

Parents and Caregivers, Please be advised that dismissal times may be impacted by the road construction and repairs necessitated by the water main break near Berne and Columbia Streets. Expect delays today. Road closures may impact our ability to drop students at their normal stops on busses 4 and 6. Parents that reside in this area may want to contact your child’s building office and pickup your children at the school today. Otherwise, we will determine a new drop-off point as close as we can get to the original stops. Those families will be called directly this afternoon. We appreciate your patience and understanding.

On Friday, April 11th, the Elementary and Middle School K’Nex teams traveled to IU 29 to compete in the STEM K’Nex Challenge! The teams worked tirelessly on their designs since February. The challenge was to find a problem in infrastructure. Haven Blue (Fifth Grade) designed a conveyor belt system to help boats travel safely under bridges. Haven Gold (Fourth Grade) designed a drawbridge solution to allow trucks to safely travel under the Cressona Bridge. Both teams designed blueprints and made presentations to a panel of judges. Out of nine schools, Haven Gold took second place! Congratulations to our competitors – we can’t wait to see what you design in next year’s challenge!

🌟 The PTO Basket Raffle Needs YOU! 🌟 Schuylkill Haven’s BIGGEST fundraiser of the year is almost here, and we need your help to make it a huge success! 🎟️🎉 This event benefits EVERY student in the Schuylkill Haven Area School District, and there are two ways you can support: 🍽 Donate or Make Food – Help keep our concession stand stocked with delicious goodies! Sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0B4DAEA92EA0FA7-54929619-schuylkill?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR1SGj18Ua9vgTNnha7EQ3ZtG31qqSBfpuvw4kUzkYp2BaZziHqQSq-mmPg_aem_O3GF7z9ayzkD6ySmADh1qg#/ 🙌 Volunteer at the Event – We need extra hands to keep things running smoothly! Sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0B4DAEA92EA0F58-55625359-schuylkill?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR39hi1-7xWZeHlh93SmDuzaqhL8ort2ar5HlXmgG1qb0D0e6j9RL98yOlU_aem_uQjvpQ0hcCOTOeTgJ2vHRQ#/ Whether you donate, volunteer, or do both, your support makes a difference for our students. Let’s make this year’s Basket Raffle the best one yet! 💙💛

🚨🎟️ TOMORROW is the DAY—PTO Basket Raffle Begins! 🎟️🚨 The Schuylkill Haven Area PTO Basket Raffle kicks off tomorrow, Friday, March 28th at 4:00 PM in the CACL Center! Don’t miss your chance to drop your tickets, shop local, and WIN BIG! 🎉 🛍️ Friday, March 28th | 4:00-8:00 PM – Drop & Shop 🛍️ Saturday, March 29th | 10:00 AM-3:30 PM – Drop & Shop 🎟️ Tickets Drawn at 4:00 PM on Saturday! Bring your lucky charm 🍀 and get ready for a weekend of fun! See you there!

🎁🔹 Sneak Peek! What’s in the PTO Basket Raffle? 🔹🎁 We’re just two days away from the Schuylkill Haven Area PTO Basket Raffle, and the baskets this year are better than ever! From gift cards and themed bundles to must-have gadgets and local goodies, there’s something for everyone! 📅 Join us at the CACL Center: 🛍️ Friday, March 28th | 4:00-8:00 PM – Drop & Shop 🛍️ Saturday, March 29th | 10:00 AM-3:30 PM – Drop & Shop 🎟️ Tickets Drawn at 4:00 PM on Saturday! Tag your friends and make plans to stop by—who knows, you might take home the jackpot basket! 🏆

🎟️✨ The Countdown is ON—Schuylkill Haven Area PTO Basket Raffle This Weekend! ✨🎟️ Get ready for one of the most exciting events of the year! The Schuylkill Haven Area PTO Basket Raffle is happening this Friday & Saturday at the CACL Center—and you won’t want to miss it! 🛍️ Friday, March 28th | 4:00-8:00 PM – Drop & Shop 🛍️ Saturday, March 29th | 10:00 AM-3:30 PM – Drop & Shop 🎟️ Tickets Drawn at 4:00 PM on Saturday! With hundreds of amazing baskets, there’s something for everyone! Stay tuned for more details throughout the week—who’s excited?! 🎉

📢 Schuylkill Haven’s Spelling Superstars are Ready to Shine! 🐝✨ This Saturday, March 8, at 9 AM, the best spellers in the region will put their skills to the test at the Regional Spelling Bee, hosted at DHH Lengel Middle School in Pottsville! Sponsored by the Northeast PA Manufacturers and Employers Council, this competition features 44 students from 12 districts, all vying for a chance to advance to the Scripps National Spelling Bee in Washington, D.C. 🇺🇸📖 Join us in cheering on our incredible spellers as they B-E-E their best and aim for the top! 🏆🐝

📚✨ Get Ready for Read Across America Week! ✨📚 Next week, we’re celebrating the joy of reading with Read Across America Week! 🎉 Each day brings a new theme and exciting activities, so be sure to join the fun! Check out the photo below for all the details on next week’s theme days and special events. 👀📖 Which day are you most excited for? Let us know in the comments! ⬇️

🚀 Shoutout to Watch D.O.G. Dad Andrew Fink! 🚀 Last Friday, Mr. Fink stopped by the Elementary Center to spend time with our students, lend a helping hand, and be a positive role model! 👏🎉 Our Watch D.O.G.S. (Dads of Great Students) program is all about building strong connections between school, students, and families—and we love seeing dads like Andrew making a difference! Thank you, Andrew, for your time and commitment to our school community! 💙💛🐾

🌟 Next week is Disabilities Awareness Week at Schuylkill Haven Area High School! 🌟 Join us as we celebrate inclusion, understanding, and the unique abilities of all individuals. Check out the flyer for special activities and ways to show your support! 💙 💛

🏆 CHAMPIONS! 🏆 Congratulations to the 4th Grade Haven Hoops team on winning the Schuylkill Haven Rec Department “Canes Cup” Championship! 🏀💙👏 It was an incredible weekend of basketball: ✅ Saturday: Defeated Blue Mountain 30-2 ✅ Sunday: A hard-fought battle vs. North Schuylkill, falling just short 17-19 ✅ Sunday: Bounced back with a 25-15 win over Freeland to secure a spot in the championship 🏆 Championship Game: A rematch vs. North Schuylkill, where Haven Hoops took the title with a 24-8 victory! Way to play with heart, teamwork, and determination! 💪🔥 We are proud of you, Canes!

Today marks the 100th Day of School, and our students have aged overnight! 👵🧓 Dressed as 100-year-olds, they are celebrating this milestone in style—complete with canes, glasses, and pearls! Here’s to 100 days of learning, laughter, and growing together! 🎉📚

👨‍👧‍👦🐾 WatchDOG Alert! 🐾👨‍👦‍👦 We’re excited to welcome Andy Good, our dedicated WatchDOG parent, to the Elementary Center today! 🎉 Andy will be spending the day helping out, lending a hand, and making a positive impact in our classrooms and hallways. WatchDOGs like Andy play a key role in building strong connections between school and family while being amazing role models for our students. 💙✨ Thank you, Andy, for stepping up and making today extra special for our Little Hurricanes! 🙌

🎉🏀 A Huge Congratulations to Schuylkill Haven Area Elementary Center’s very own Maggi Fessler! 🏀🎉 We are so proud to celebrate Maggi Fessler, who will be inducted into the Alvernia University Athletics Hall of Fame this Saturday, January 25th! Maggi’s accomplishments on and off the court are nothing short of extraordinary: 🏆 First Team All-PAC 🏆 Team Captain 🏆 Highest GPA on the Team 🏆 Ranked 3rd in Career Steals with an incredible 209 steals Your hard work, dedication, and leadership continue to inspire everyone here in the Schuylkill Haven community. Congratulations, Maggi, on this well-deserved honor! 💙💛 Let’s cheer on Mrs. Fessler as she adds this remarkable achievement to her legacy! 👏

📚✨ Kindergarten Registration is Here! ✨📚 🎉 Calling all future Hurricanes! 🌟 It’s time to register your little one for Kindergarten! Don’t miss this exciting milestone for the Class of 2038. 📅 When: March 10th – March 14th, 2025 Please call the Elementary Center Office to register. 570-385-6731

🎭✨ Reader’s Theater Magic! ✨🎭 Mrs. Fryer’s ESL students brought the classic tale “The Gingerbread Man” to life with an engaging Reader’s Theater performance! 📚🎉 Our talented students shared their hard work and storytelling skills with Kindergarten, 1st, and 2nd grade classes, spreading joy and holiday cheer throughout the school. 🍪❤️ Thank you to everyone who came to watch and support these amazing readers!

🌟 Congratulations, Dr. Shawn Fitzpatrick! 🌟 We are incredibly proud to announce that our very own Dr. Shawn Fitzpatrick has earned the National Superintendent’s Certification from the American Association of School Administrators (AASA). This prestigious honor recognizes his completion of a rigorous two-year program, showcasing his dedication to excellence in educational leadership. Dr. Fitzpatrick’s unwavering commitment to our students, staff, and community continues to inspire us all. His hard work, vision, and leadership are at the heart of Schuylkill Haven’s success. Please join us in congratulating Dr. Fitzpatrick on this remarkable achievement! 🎉

🌟 Shoutout to an Amazing Watch D.O.G.S. Volunteer! 🌟 Today, we were lucky to have Kyle Morgan spend the day with our students at Schuylkill Haven Area Elementary Center as part of our Watch D.O.G.S. (Dads of Great Students) program! 🐾 Kyle jumped right in, bringing smiles, encouragement, and a positive presence to our classrooms and hallways. Whether he was helping with activities, sharing stories, or simply being a role model, Kyle made a lasting impact on our students. Thank you, Kyle, for taking the time to invest in our school community. Your dedication and care remind us all of the difference one person can make in the lives of our kids. 💙 We’re so grateful for Watch D.O.G.S. like Kyle who step up to show our students the power of connection and kindness. 🙌

Last Friday, we had the pleasure of hosting SHAEC WatchDog, Mr. Matos, who spent the day making a meaningful impact on our students. From assisting with a hands-on math lesson about measurement and fractions to sharing how he uses these skills in his field, he brought real-world learning to life. Mr. Matos also joined our students in creating thoughtful projects and heartfelt cards for a local nursing home, spreading kindness beyond our classroom walls. The day wouldn’t have been complete without some fun and games, and Mr. Matos made every moment special. Thank you, Mr. Matos, for your time, enthusiasm, and dedication to our students. You truly made a difference!

Last Friday, our students were excited to welcome Mr. Stephen Colella, a dedicated WatchDOG volunteer, who spent the day visiting with them and bringing smiles to their faces. Thank you, Mr. Colella, for giving your time to make a positive impact on our school community! Your support means so much to us.