August 17, 2026 / Robert S. Hyer Elementary School

Dear Hyer Families,

Our teachers and staff are excitedly anticipating the start of the school year! They have worked tirelessly over the last several weeks eagerly and diligently preparing for the arrival of our huskies this afternoon at 4:00 PM for Meet the Teacher, and the first day of school on Wednesday, August 19th. Meet the Teacher is from 4:00 PM- 5:00 PM.

As promised, please note the directions below on how to access your child’s teacher AND class list through Skyward.

Remember that if you have a 4th grader, your child will have a homeroom teacher assigned to him/her who your child will be with for half the day and then her partner teacher for the other half of the day. Miss Nadeau will be teaching ELA/SS and her partner teacher Mrs. Nestler (Miss Hadley), will be teaching Math/Sci. Ms. Ingram will be teaching ELA/SS, and her partner teacher Mrs. Tartarian, will teach Math/Sci.

Class placement and class lists will be available electronically at 3:00 PM, this afternoon. We can’t wait to see you all later today!

Respectfully,

Debbie

Debbie Burt, Principal

ACCESSING YOUR CHILD'S CLASS LIST

Class lists will be available from 3-5:00 PM today by logging in to Skyward and clicking the "Homeroom" tab in the drop down menu on the left side of the screen. Please click HERE for detailed directions on how to access your child’s class list. Click below to log in to Skyward.

SKYWARD

CHARTING OUR COURSE

This Week

June 29 – August 28: Family Underwriting Campaign
August 17: Class Lists Posted at 3:00 PM; Meet the Teacher 4:00–5:00 PM
August 19: First Day of School (School begins at 7:55 AM)
August 19: Kindergarten Parent Coffee 8:15–9:15 AM

Next Week

August 27: Mimi's Pizza Night!
August 28: New Families Coffee (Pre-K–4th Grade) 9:00–10:00 AM
August 28: Family Underwriting Campaign Ends

Coming Up…

September 2: Hyer Spirit Day! Wear your Husky gear!
September 3: Curriculum Night K-4th (Parents Only) 5:00-6:00 PM
September 3: Mimi's Pizza Night
September 7: NO SCHOOL - Student Holiday/ Labor Day
September 9: Speaker Series "All Things Hyer + HPISD" Q & A with Ms. Burt, Ms. Thompson, Officer Fortner, and Dr. Rockwood at 8:15 AM at Hyer

IMPORTANT BACK TO SCHOOL INFORMATION!

Reminder: School hours for the 2026-27 school year

Parents, friendly reminder of the school hours for the 2026- 27 school year:

Preschool and grades K-4

School hours are from 7:55 a.m. - 3:15 p.m.

Preschool

Doors open at 7:45 a.m.

Grades K-4

Doors open at 7:30 a.m.

CLASS LISTS & MEET THE TEACHER TODAY!

Monday, August 17th

3:00 PM Class Lists Available through Skyward

4:00-5:00 PM Meet the Teacher for Preschool - Fourth

Wednesday, August 19th

7:55 AM-3:15 PM First Day of School

Doors Open at 7:30 AM

*Teachers will distribute carpool tags during Meet the Teacher*

Thank you to our First Day of School Sponsor:

NEW FAMILIES COFFEE INFORMATION

Kinder Parent Coffee Questions? Please email Courtney Wood

Pre-K, 1st - 4th Grade Parent Coffee Questions? Please email Abbi Slagel

PRACTICE GETTING TO SCHOOL SAFELY!

Several Hyer crossing guards have generously volunteered their time to make sure our Huskies feel ready to bike or walk to school next week! Larry “Have a Great Day!” Williams, the guard at Caruth and Tulane, Ruben Young, at Caruth and Pickwick, and Ruben Davila, at Colgate and Pickwick, and Jewel Jones, at Colgate and Tulane, will be at their posts from 3:30-5:00 PM on Monday, August 17th. Stop by during Meet the Teacher to practice crossing safely, or just to say hi!

ARRIVAL/DISMISSAL FOR THE FIRST WEEK OF SCHOOL!

**Dads Club will not be doing carpool the morning of the 19th.

IMPORTANT SECURITY REMINDERS

Hyer takes pride in the security procedures we have in place to keep all our Huskies, staff, students, and families safe. While these processes may at times be inconvenient, please know that the intent is to ensure the safest school experience possible for Everyone.

At 7:55 AM, staff members will sweep the building and ask all visitors to either exit or sign-in at the front office.
Volunteers who have been through a background check with the district and have permanent badges will scan their badges in the office both upon arrival and when they leave.
When in the building for a parent meeting or to volunteer, guests must go through the office to check out and exit through the front doors. Parents/guests are asked to enter and exit only through the office during the school day. This helps us monitor who is in the building while students and staff are present.
We have a video door system so that the front office can communicate with visitors prior to letting them in the office. You may be asked to provide your name and the purpose of your visit before being allowed entry into the office.
Doors CANNOT be propped open for any reason. Doors must be attended by an adult when open for an extended period of time while items are being brought into or out of the building.

We will continue to require anyone entering the building from 7:55 AM until dismissal to check-in with the front office and wear a Visitors Badge, and will continue to have a police officer on campus throughout the day.

Although some of these procedures may slightly delay entry and departure to/from the building, they are necessary to provide a safe and secure environment for ALL of our Hyer Huskies. Thank you for your understanding and patience as we work together to ensure the safest environment possible during the school day.

BACKGROUND CHECKS FOR VOLUNTEERS

To volunteer at our HP campuses, please complete the following Google Form so we can conduct a background check:

BACKGROUND CHECK

HPISD PROOF OF RESIDENCY DUE THIS WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 19th

Don't forget to submit your proof of residency to the district by August 19!

You can find detailed instructions regarding submission HERE!

The direct link to the form may be found HERE!

LATE BACK TO SCHOOL SIGN UP ENDS AUGUST 28TH

Back-to-school sign up is now closed. If you did not complete BSSU for your student(s), you may register during Late Back-to-School Sign Up, which is available through August 28th, by completing Hyer's Late BSSU Form and submitting payment online. Click HERE to access the Hyer late BSSU Form and payment method under the Parents tab on the Hyer PTA website.

SUPPORT HYER'S 2026-2027

FAMILY UNDERWRITING CAMPAIGN!

All aboard! Our 2026–2027 Hyer Harbor Family Underwriting Campaign underway!

As many of you know, more than 70% of HPISD’s property tax revenue is recaptured by the state each year, leaving our district with a $7–8 million funding gap. The generosity of our Hyer families is what allows us to bridge that gap and continue providing the exceptional education and community our kids deserve.

This year, our goal is $800,000 to sustain the critical, ongoing needs of our school - things like staffing, programs, and everyday operations. Any funds raised beyond this will go directly toward special initiatives like curriculum enhancements, classroom tools, and campus upgrades.

Giving levels include:

Admiral’s Circle — $10,000

Captain’s Table — $7,500

Mariner’s Club — $5,000

The Helmsman — $2,500

Harborview — $1,250

Voyager — $500

Seafarer — $300

Each level comes with meaningful recognition and benefits — from exclusive swag bags and auction tickets to Deluxe Carnival wristbands and a Hyer Harbor yard sign & so much more. View more details by clicking here.

No matter the amount, your gift makes a difference. We are so grateful to be anchored in this community with you. Giving is open through August 28th.

Click HERE to donate!

Contact our Family Underwriting Chair, Kim Holly with any questions.

FAMILY UNDERWRITING

ROOM PARENT INTEREST FORMS

Are you interested in volunteering as your student's Room Parent?

Please contact Olivia Howe, Room Parent Chair, if you are interested or have any questions.

Please email request by August 21st! You can also sign up during BSSU.

HYER CAFETERIA NEWS

Visitor and Birthday Policy

Hyer will have tables inside as well as outside, in Balto's Courtyard, if you would like to have lunch with your student during their lunch period. To help all students adjust to lunchtime routines and build confidence and independence, we kindly ask that parents and guardians wait to come to school for lunch visits until after September 8th.

If your child’s birthday falls before September 8th, you're welcome to join them for a special birthday lunch!

NO Friend Policy

Please be aware of the school's no friend policy at lunch. You and your child can no longer ask for a friend to join you when you visit them for lunch. This helps prevent any feelings of exclusion and allows you to enjoy meaningful one-on-one time with your child. Thank you for helping us create a welcoming, supportive environment for all our students!

While dining with your child, please remember to follow school cafeteria rules, even in the courtyard. It can be dangerous to have children running around, jumping off of benches, etc.

We celebrate every child’s birthday with special recognition on the morning announcements and in the classroom. Because of food allergies and nutritional guidelines, parents are asked not to bring birthday treats to distribute to other students in the class, either in the classroom or in the cafeteria.

Lunch Selection and Menu Options

Students in grades Kindergarten and 1st will have the option to buy either a hot or cold lunch each day. Students in grades 2nd - 4th will have the option to purchase items à la carte. Meat, vegetables, salads, sandwiches, fruits, milk, and juices are available each day.

A La Carte Limit

If you choose to set an a la carte limit, we ask that it is not below $10 to ensure your child gets a full lunch. Also, if you set a limit, please discuss it and the a la carte prices with your student so that they have an idea ahead of time and a cashier doesn’t have to make them put a packaged food back or throw a prepared food away.

Dessert

After the first few weeks of school, students will be allowed to purchase dessert.

Ice cream will be available for purchase on FRIDAYS ONLY.
Cookies will be available for purchase TUESDAYS and THURSDAYS for 2nd through 4th grades.

Lunch Prices

Kindergarten and 1st set hot or cold lunch is $6.50 – price includes choice of bottled water, milk, chocolate milk, apple juice or orange juice
Kindergarten and 1st set hot or cold lunch with organic or soy milk is $7.75
2nd through 4th grade lunch is a la carte – prices vary by item, please see price list below
Organic and soy milk are available for $2.50 each

Price List is available HERE.

Menus are available HERE, or download the Nutraslice app!

Nutraslice for iOS

Nutraslice for Android

Nutraslice for iOS

Nutraslice for Android

Students are not required to purchase lunch from the cafeteria and may bring a lunch from home.

Please ensure that you have added funds to your child’s account before the first day of school on Wednesday, August 19th. Funds can either be added electronically through Skyward, or by delivering a check made out to "Hyer Elementary" to the Hyer office. Checks must be in an envelope addressed to Lorena Escobedo with your child's name on it.

How to electronically add funds to your student’s lunch account:

1. Log into eFunds for Schools using your Skyward login information.

2. Click “Fund Lunch” under the “Make a Payment” tab. First-time users will be required to enter payment information.

3. Select the student whose account you wish to fund and follow the step-by-step instructions to make a payment.

4. Click "Submit" and wait for confirmation.

We suggest you enable account balance notifications so that you are aware when your student’s balance is running low. You may also automatically replenish your student’s balance. Please click “Low Meal Balance Settings” under “Payment Settings” and follow the steps to complete the process.

Hyer cafeteria staff and administration do not have access to your Skyward passwords or financial information. Should you need to reset your password, please click HERE to access the Skyward login page.

Questions

Questions may be directed to Christine Bolger, Cafeteria Finance Chair, Leigh Young , Cafeteria Volunteer Chair, or Lorena Escobedo, Cafeteria Manager.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

As we gear up for an incredible year at Hyer Harbor, we want to give a big shoutout and THANK YOU to our generous corporate sponsors who have supported Hyer at the $7,500+ level! We are so appreciative of your incredible generosity, support, and commitment to our sweet school!

HYER CHESS CLUB

Click HERE to register!

PRE-ORDERED SPIRIT WEAR AVAILABLE FOR PICKUP AT MEET THE TEACHER!

Visit the Hyer Husky Online Store Today!

Or check us out on Instagram @hyer_elementary

NEWS FROM THE NEIGHBORHOOD

A few BIG Husky High Fives to some amazing people who have been working so hard behind the scenes to get us ready for a great year!

🖐️ Rachel Timmens, our BSSU superstar! Thank you for crushing BSSU, keeping track of ALL the details and getting us everything we need to keep things moving. And a BIG high five to Jenny O’Dwyer for jumping in and tackling Late BSSU! We are so thankful for you both!

🖐️ Abbi Slagel, who better to welcome our newest families to Hyer?! Thank you for coordinating a wonderful Newcomers Orientation and giving our newest Huskies the warmest welcome to our Hyer family!

🖐️ Lauren Feccia, our Husky Herald superstar! Thank you for keeping us organized, on track and well informed each week. And a special high five to our fabulous Secretary, Lauren McCann, for always lending an extra set of eyes and helping edit our Heralds before they head out. We are so thankful for you both!

🖐️ Mary Clare Alley, our DirectorySpot Chair! Thank you for getting our directory set up and working behind the scenes to make sure we’re ready to go live in just a few weeks!

🖐️To our cafeteria gals, Brittany Sizemore & Leigh Young! Our kiddos are sure to be well-fed thanks to your coordination of finances and parent volunteers. It’s SUCH a feat to fill all those cafeteria volunteer slots, and Leigh, you do it SO well! Thank y’all for keeping everything running smoothly!

🖐️ Meredith Koschak & Julie Struble, our fabulous Teacher Supply Chairs! Thank y’all for making sure our teachers’ supplies were delivered, and thank you to your team of volunteers for sorting and organizing it ALL!

🖐️ Julie Meyer, our fabulous Teacher Appreciation Chair! Thank you for coordinating all the spoiling of our teachers this past week and making them feel so loved! And a special high five to Ann Higginbottom for jumping right in to help make it all happen! 💛

🖐️ Jamie Elliott for taking charge of Building & Grounds and putting that green thumb to WORK! The front of Hyer looks absolutely beautiful thanks to all your time and care!

🖐️ Lindsey Bauer, Courtney Wood & Kelli Park, our incredible Husky Shop & Spirit Wear crew! Y’all have worked TIRELESSLY behind the scenes sorting, organizing and checking every detail to get ALL of our Spirit Wear ready for Meet the Teacher pickup. We could not have done it without this dream team! 🐾

🖐️ Amanda Robertson, for jumping into ALL the things! Thank you for always being ready to help, problem solve and tackle whatever comes our way. You’ve already worn about 100 different hats this year, and we’re just getting started! 💛

HIGH FIVES ALL AROUND! 🖐️🐾💛