Journey Elementary

Calling at Tigers fans! Missed the PTO TigerWear sale at Orientation? We have your family covered with all the Harrisburg gear you need to kick off the new school year. Sale will be open until midnight Monday, Aug. 26, and a portion of all proceeds benefit your Journey PTO. All orders will be ready for pick up at Dauby's Sports Center (41st and Kiwanis) before or during Homecoming week! Happy shopping, Tigers! https://mrghauff.chipply.com/JOURNEYELEMENTARY/

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⚠️ Registration closes soon on this limited availability Community Education class. Just a few spots remain in Yoga! ⚠️ Two sessions to choose from: 5 PM or 6:30 PM. Classes start this Thursday. https://bit.ly/HSDActiveLiving

NOTICE OF DESTRUCTION OF INFORMATION The Harrisburg School District has determined that the personally identifiable Special Education documents that had been collected, maintained, or used for providing educational services for students that have graduated, left district or are no longer receiving services prior to 2019 will be destroyed on October 1, 2024. The following applicable Special Education records or documents will be destroyed: Psychological Evaluation, Educational Assessments, Occupational Therapy Assessments, Speech/Hearing/Language Assessments, Physical Therapy Assessments, Preschool Assessments, Medical Information, Prior Notices, Multidisciplinary Team Reports, Classroom Observation Reports, Referral Forms, Classroom Teacher Reports Behavioral Assessments, Agency Progress Reports, Individualized Education Plans If you would like to receive any of the above-mentioned items please call the Special Education Director’s office – 743-9028 prior October 1, 2024, to arrange a convenient time to obtain them. IF THE SCHOOL DISTRICT DOES NOT RECEIVE A RESPONSE THE ITEMS WILL BE DESTROYED.

📊 Ready to take control of your finances? Join HHS Business Education Instructor, Stephanie Ornelas, for an insightful class on the “Ramsey 7 Baby Steps” to debt freedom and budgeting. You’ll also gain a better understanding of insurance and investments. Don’t miss this opportunity to empower your financial future! 💰📈 6-Class Series, Starts: September 3rd. https://bit.ly/HSDPerFi

🧘‍♀️ Join Our Most Popular CommEd Class - Yoga with Lanelle McAllister! 🌟 Ready to start your Yoga journey? Meet Lanelle McAllister, a seasoned ERYT200 Certified Yoga instructor and a nurse with 32 years of experience! Lanelle blends traditional Yoga philosophy with modern science, making her classes perfect for everyone—whether you’re a beginner or have some experience. Her upcoming class will focus on mind/body awareness, breath work, balance, and flexibility. With Lanelle’s guidance, you’ll explore variations and modifications that make Yoga accessible to all body types. 🌿 🗓️ 10 sessions | 1.25 hours each 📍 Location: Heritage School (formerly Liberty Elementary) 🚗 Parking: East side bus loop entrance Don’t miss this opportunity to experience the ripple-down effects of Yoga in your life! 🙌 Bring a water bottle and a mat (or borrow one of ours). See you on the mat! https://bit.ly/HSDYoga2024 #NeverStopLearning

Display your Tiger Pride with a Harrisburg Tiger Flag! 🐯 Order Here: https://mrghauff.chipply.com/harrisburgcheerleading/

Support your Harrisburg Tigers with a yard sign--customized for any extra-curricular activity and add your student/athlete's name, number, and activity! We also have a generic Harrisburg Tiger sign. Scan the QR code or visit this site: https://harrisburghs.secureprintorder.com/docLib/

Cheer with the HHS Tiger Cheerleaders! Sign up for the 2024 Tiger Bowl Cheer Camp 💛 https://www.wearetigernation.org/tiger-bowl-2024-cheer-camp.html

Join the PTO and your friends on August 19 to Chalk the Walk! Write messages of kindness to start off the new year at Journey!

For 4th - 8th Graders 🎨 Kick off the school year with creativity! Each artist will receive a sketchbook to end the summer and embark on a new artistic journey. In this class, we will explore various art-making processes, including painting, drawing, and collage. Students will have the opportunity to delve into their own creative interests while having fun and expressing themselves through art. Join us for a week of creativity and inspiration! https://bit.ly/3WhVcJL

Join the Tiger Team! 🐾 We’re hiring Custodial and Maintenance staff. Enjoy competitive pay, benefits, and the chance to make a difference in our schools. Apply now! https://bit.ly/HSDJobs

These young men were nominated for the #GoodNewsCallOfTheDay by Mrs. Christiansen for their kindness, compassion, and inclusion. When a younger learner needed a helping hand and a friend, they jumped in! #OurLearners #EducationIsParadise #TeamJourney #TeamKindness

This young man was nominated for the #GoodNewsCallOfTheDay by Mrs. Bauer for his kindness, respectfulness, and his willingness to lend a hand to both peers and teachers. #OurLearners #EducationIsParadise #TeamJourney

Learners at Journey Elementary had a blast with the NEW Sphero robots throughout the final few months of the school year. Thank you to Sioux Falls Area Community Foundation for funding the purchase of Sphero Indi robots for our younger learners with an Excellence in Education grant. Thank you to the Journey PTO for funding the purchase of the Sphero Bolt robots for our older learners and covering the shipping costs. Enjoy a few pictures of the new robots in use!

This young lady was nominated for the #GoodNewsCallOfTheDay by several staff members for her persistence, going above expectations, and striving for accuracy. She is friendly and kind, and her smile lights up the halls of Journey! #OurLearners #EducationIsParadise #TeamJourney

This young man was nominated for the #GoodNewsCallOfTheDay by Ms. Hertz and Mrs. Botsford for his hard work, focus, and a great role model for his class and CoHort. He is responsible, applies himself, and reaches for his potential. #OurLearners #EducationIsParadise #TeamJourney

This young man was nominated for the #GoodNewsCallOfTheDay by Mrs. Fischer for showing kindness, hard work, and helpfulness in the classroom. He is creative and strives to do his best. #OurLearners #EducationIsParadise #TeamJourney #TeamKindness

This young lady was nominated for the #GoodNewsCallOfTheDay by Mrs. Fischer for her kindness, showing friendship, and willingness to share with others. She is helpful to her peers and teacher without hesitation or expectation. #OurLearners #EducationIsParadise #TeamJourney

This young lady was nominated for the #GoodNewsCallOfTheDay by Mrs. Fischer for being a leader in the classroom. She works hard, strives for accuracy, and helps peers and staff when needed. #OurLearners #EducationIsParadise #TeamJourney