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Posted Date: 03/06/26 (01:37 PM)
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HAPPY HOLLOW HAWK

March 6, 2026

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FROM OUR PRINCIPAL

Ms. Foundas

Dear Happy Hollow Families,

It has been a wonderful week at Happy Hollow! We started the week with our all school assembly, where our fifth-grade presenters led a thoughtful program in recognition of Disability Awareness Month. They did a wonderful job helping our community reflect on empathy, understanding, and inclusion. I have also been creating read-aloud videos of books connected to these themes. If you are interested in continuing these conversations at home, these read-alouds can be a helpful way to explore these topics with your children.
A big thank you to our math department, including our very own Mr. Burch and Ms. Krikorian. Last night was a fantastic evening for those who participated in our elementary district-wide Family Math Night. It was wonderful to see so many smiles and so much energy centered around math and learning in such a fun way! This year was especially exciting because our fifth graders took on leadership roles facilitating games. It was a proud moment to see them embracing these opportunities and serving as role models for our younger students.

This weekend we “spring ahead” with the start of Daylight Saving Time. During this transition, students may feel a bit more tired and may have a smaller window of patience as their bodies adjust to the time change. At home, you can support your child by:
  • Helping them get to bed a little earlier over the next few nights
  • Maintaining consistent morning and evening routines
  • Encouraging outdoor time and physical activity to help reset their internal clocks
  • Offering patience and extra reassurance as they adjust to the new schedule
Have a wonderful weekend, and enjoy the warmer weather!

Best,
Nicolette A. Foundas, Principal, Happy Hollow School
 

FROM OUR PARENT TEACHER ORGANIZATION

Dear Happy Hollow Community

Happy Hollow PTO logo featuring an owl with outstretched wings.

A Few To Dos:

 Save the Date: March 22, 6:30 PM: Save the Date – Hang with the PTO at Jindu!
 Backpack Auction: March 19-26th – Accepting Donations Now.
 Pick a Country! ANY Country or area of the world that speaks to you and host a Booth

Volunteer Opportunities

Calling all 3 rd and 4 th Grade Caregivers: JUST LIKE ME Program, Friday 3/13 – volunteers
needed - NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY but MUST have a CORI Just Like Me 3rd and 4th
 

Upcoming Events

1) March 10 th : 8:00 PM HH PTO BOARD meeting – Open to Everyone – Zoom Only
2) March 13 th : 8:15 AM - PTO Coffee with Literacy Update with Sarah Sontag
a. PTO Coffee Zoom Link ( Zoom only available until 8:45, so please join early if you have specific questions).
3) March 13 th : 3 rd and 4 th grade Just Like Me Sign Up
4) March 13 th : Happy Hollow Talent Show-- AUDITION VIDEO DUE
5) March 22 nd : 6 PM PTO Social @Jindu

Happy Hollow Garden Update:

Our sweet community garden is preparing for spring. Recently, excited students, staff and
volunteers all worked together to plant a variety of seeds. In the upcoming weeks, the seeds
will sprout into seedlings under classroom grow lights.

If you’re interested in joining the Garden Crew, please email hhptogarden@gmail.com.

Worlds Fair: Sign up is LIVE!

Sunday, May 18
2:00–4:00 PM
Loker School Back Field

Wayland World’s Fair is back, and we invite you to be part of this exciting celebration of culture,
community, and connection! Hosted by all three Wayland Elementary Schools, this beloved
event brings families together to explore traditions from around the world—through food,
music, dance, games, crafts, and more!
Get Involved:
 Host a Booth – Share a country’s traditions, cuisine, and customs with the community.
 Join a Booth – Want to participate but not ready to host? Sign up, and we’ll match you
with a booth!
 Become a Sponsor – Support the event and gain visibility in the community.
Indicate your interest here: https://tinyurl.com/WorldFair2026
Contact Sarah at happyhollowpto@gmail.com with any questions.

Additional Save the Dates

1) March 26 th : Happy Hollow Art Show
2) April 7-10 th : Book Fair
3) May 17 th : World’s Fair

5th GRADE FAMILIES:

So many of you are helping out to make this year special for our 5th graders - THANK YOU! If
you would like to volunteer to help in any way, big or small, email us
at Happyhollow2026@gmail.com. Many hands make light work!

*If you have not filled out the activities form, please do so here: WUFOO FORM
*If you have not sent in yearbook photos of your child, please email them
March) has historically had a huge response across families and the Wayland community and
we hope it lives up to its reputation in 2026! Our goal is to identify thoughtful and exciting
bidding items to make this year’s auction *Save the Dates: 
    Beach Bash is Wednesday June 3rd (Rain Date June 10th)
    Clap Out & Pool Party are the last day of school - currently June 23rd

2026 Backpack Auction

MARCH 19-26!
If you have a auction item to donate, please complete this Google form:


Did you know: The funding we raise for the PTO this year determines our 2026-27 budget and
directly impacts what we’re able to do for our students next year--think of the back-to-school
picnic, incredible field trips, and all of the other wonderful enrichment opportunities that the
PTO enables through your generous support.

~Thank you from the Backpack Auction Team

Reminders!

MCAS Schedule

Please be mindful of these dates when scheduling appointments and absences for your children

Grade 3
Friday, March 27- ELA session 1
Tuesday, March 31- ELA session 2
Tuesday, May 5- Math session 1
Thursday, May 7- Math session 2

Grade 4
Monday, March 30- ELA session 1
Wednesday, April 1- ELA session 2
Thursday, April 30- Math session 1
Friday, May 1- Math session 2

Grade 5
Tuesday, March 24- ELA session 1
Thursday, March 26- ELA session 2
Tuesday, April 28- Math session 1
Monday, May 4- Math session 2
Wednesday, May 6- Science session 1
Friday, May 8- Science session 2

Please Use Pick Up Patrol For Your Safe To School (and from school) Notifications

If your child(ren) will be absent, tardy, or have a dismissal change please Fill out Pick Up Patrol accordingly, any time of day or night. You can enter this information as soon as you know it and don't need to wait until the date of the absence, tardy (or change).

Our safe arrival program was established to ensure that every child is accounted for at the start of each day. If a child is unaccounted for, the office staff follow the process below until the child is located:
1) recheck the child's classroom
2) contact parents/guardians at all phone numbers on file with an automated call system
3) call emergency contacts
4) contact police for a wellness check

(The Link to pick up patrol can also be found on our school website)

Tips And Tricks For Using Pick Up Patrol

How To Make PUP An Icon On Your Apple Device


  1. Open Safari.
  2. Navigate to the website you want to save to your home screen by entering the URL of the website you want to create a shortcut to. ...
  3. Tap the Share button on the bottom of the page. ...
  4. In the list of options that appear, scroll down until you see Add to Home Screen.
How To Make PUP An Icon On Your Android Device:
  1. Open Chrome.
  2. Navigate to the website or web page you want to pin to your home screen.
  3. Tap the menu icon (3 dots in upper right-hand corner) and tap Add to home screen.
The PickUp Patrol logo features a stylized traffic light and the company name.

How To Report A Late Arrival Or Tardy

Please see photgraph for instructions:
A digital interface displays school dismissal plans, including options for late arrival.

How to report an absence

or change today's dismissal plan
A screen displays a schedule with options for dismissal, late arrival, and leave.
A menu on a screen shows options including 'Absent' and various transportation choices.

How to report an early dismissal

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A screen displays upcoming plans for Monday, December 16.
A mobile app screen shows dismissal options, including 'Early Dismissal'.

How to Report A Leave And Return

For mid day appointment or something simialr
A digital interface displays upcoming plans for Tuesday, November 5.

How To Report A Late Arrival/Tardy

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A screen displays a schedule with options for dismissal and late arrival.

How To Change Your Child's Default Plan

Your child's default dismissal plans is their expected weekly dismissal on a typical day.
Screenshot of a mobile app interface showing upcoming plans and a dismissal plan.
A webpage displays a section titled 'Default plans'.
A mobile app screen displays default plans for Walker/Biker activities.
 

School Security

You Are Not Being Rude or Unfriendly

Your parents have taught you that it is impolite to not hold the door for another person. As awkward as it may feel, according to the police protocol we ask that you do not hold the door open for anyone coming into our building behind you or as you leave our school (even students). In fact, we ask that you remind anyone trying to piggy back into the building that they please buzz in for their own personal greeting. Please make sure that the door closes tightly behind you. There are red octagonal signs by our front door reminding visitors of this request. I know how hard this is to do and goes against your natural instinct, but please know that we will kindly explain it to the other party and we do notice and appreciate your vigilance in keeping our children safe.

I Am Not Being Rude or Unfriendly

The Happy Hollow office is working very hard to keep your children safe and happy in our building. To this end, we are following a protocol created by the Wayland Police that has been implemented in all of the schools. We are responsible for vetting each person before they enter our building. Every visitor must buzz in individually. They will be asked to identify themselves, their student and their business in the building. Anyone with whom we are not familiar or who does not have a job or student in the building will be personally met at the door and escorted. Anyone, regardless of their connection with the school, who does not have a Wayland Public Schools-specific CORI on file is not allowed past the front office without an escort. While this feels counter to the friendly environment we strive for here, it is necessary to keeping your children safe and allows us the personal contact to make sure that you do have a friendly welcome. We will do it with a smile!

Criminal Offender Record Information

A CORI IS REQURED FOR EVERYONE

Anyone who walks the halls of our building must be CORIed or escorted. This means that everyone who visits their child's classroom, volunteers in the building, visits the book fair/field day or attends field trips must be CORIed.

- CORIs completed with other town departments are NOT transferable to the schools.
- We cannot allow you into our building without a valid Wayland Public Schools CORI on file

To complete a CORI application please present in person at any Wayland Public School Office (or central office) with valid government issued photo identification