Schuylkill Haven Area Elementary Center

Early Dismissal Schedule!! Wednesday, May 28th is a scheduled early dismissal. The high school and middle school will begin dismissing at 11:35am. The Elementary Center will begin dismissing buses and parent pickup at 12 noon. Thursday, May 29th is the last day of school. The high school and middle school will begin dismissing at 10:05am. The Elementary Center will begin dismissing buses and parent pickup at 10:30am Don’t forget that all Chromebooks and chargers need to be returned to the school. If your student has not returned their Chromebook and/or charger, an invoice will be sent via email. The cost for a lost charger is $30 and Chromebooks are $300. Have a wonderful and safe summer. See you in the fall

We’re making noise for all the right reasons! Schuylkill Haven Area School District has been named a 2025 Best Communities for Music Education by The NAMM Foundation — for the first time ever! This national recognition honors our unwavering commitment to music education and celebrates the hard work, passion, and talent of our students, teachers, and administrators who make our music programs shine. From the stage to the classroom, from chorus to band, this award is a reflection of the Hurricane pride that echoes through every note. Congratulations, Schuylkill Haven! Let’s keep the music playing — louder and prouder than ever!

Special thanks to Momma Millie's bakery and the Roller Roost for hosting students in 2nd, 4th, and 5th grade! Our students got cupcake decorating lessons and learned about owning and operating a bakery. After that, they burned off some energy skating and playing laser tag. It was an awesome day, and we are so grateful for your kindness!

History came to life for our 4th graders yesterday! Students took a special walking tour through Schuylkill Haven with local historian Mr. Richard Nagle, who generously volunteered his time to share fascinating stories and little-known facts about our beloved town. From historic buildings to hidden landmarks, our students got an up-close look at the rich history that helped shape our community. Thank you, Mr. Nagle, for making history exciting, meaningful, and memorable!

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!