Did you miss this week's presentations by Dr. Michael Thompson?? Both The Pressured Child and Raising Cain are available for viewing on Gumroad. Check it out now! Remember that by becoming an HPMS Media Member, you'll receive ALL of our available content!
The HPMS first every Talent Show is coming up on December 14th!! Sign up now to perform-- the sky's the limit!
// week of October 24 //
// week of October 17 //
We are honored to have Dr. Michael Thompson visiting HPMS next Tuesday, October 25th for TWO presentations. Don't miss this amazing opportunity to hear him present to our community!
9am 'Raising Cain: Protecting the Emotional Life of Boys'
6pm 'The Pressured Child: Helping your Child Find Success in School & Life
FAFA is hosting its first ever Ladies' Night out! Join them on Thursday, November 3rd at Amiya Restaurant in Jersey City for a night of food, fun, and cocktails. Sign up now! $40++/pp and cash bar available.
Did you miss Peace Day? Want to catch up on those Montessori Chats from last year? HPMS is hosting ALL of our available content on Gumroad. Purchase individual moving on ceremonies or sign up now to become an HPMS Media Member and get EVERYTHING!
See our beautiful Peace Day (and 10-Year Anniversary) celebration!
// week of October 10th //
We are going to the farm...
The Lower Elementary (Sky, Earth, Ocean) Rooms will visit Cheesequake Farm on Friday, October 14th. All students must arrive at school by 8:45 am for the 9:15 am departure.
// week of October 3rd //
Come celebrate with us! Thursday, October 6th at 9AM
// week of Sept 26th //
Moving on Ceremony Films Now Available!
We are excited to announce that ALL of our moving on ceremonies are now available for purchase & download! Simply click the link above to access all of the 2015/16 Moving on Ceremonies, as well as a few from past years.
While you may purchase a single ceremony, you'll also see an option for our HPMS Media Membership-- By becoming a member, you will receive ALL of our available content throughout the year, including the following:
- moving on ceremonies for ALL levels
event films & photo montages
parent chats & information sessions
guest speakers (those that approve us to film them!)
presentations & powerpoint documents shared by administration
and more!
While some content may still be purchased individually, this subscription price provides an incredible value and gives you exclusive access to amazing content being created right here at HPMS. Some entertaining, some informative, we want to be sure you don't miss a thing!
// week of Sept 19th //
Back to School Night is this coming THURSDAY, Sept 22nd from 6-7pm for Bridge/EC Classrooms (Elementary & MS to follow from 7-8pm). Don't miss it!
Here's a link to childcare for the evening-- space is limited so sign up now!
Our Lower EL Wine & Cheese event is coming up on October 5th at 6:30pm. This is a great chance to chat with your classroom teachers, administration & meet fellow parents.
FAFA is hosting our first Movie Night of the year on Friday, October 21st. Mark your calendars for food, crafts and a great film. The kids will be voting for which movie we'll see!
// Week of Sept 12th //
// Week of Sept 5th //
Welcome back HPMS families!
Yesterday was so much fun, catching up with all of our returning and new students and showing off the new 5th floor space! Ellis, a 5th level in Perseus Room (and avid YouTuber), created this film to share the experience.
Welcome to Earth Room!
Here are a few photos from our first days in Earth Room!
:: A few important links ::
As we settle back into another great year at HPMS, there's lots of information to absorb, and we're always trying to make it simpler, more streamlined, and efficient. Hopefully, this classroom page is the first step! Below are some resources and info for parents new (and returning!) that you should definitely check out!
Whether you are a new or returning parent, keeping track of all the details for our events & celebrations can be confusing! Check out this Parent Cheat Sheet to stay on top of all our HPMS events.
Our yearly Ice Cream Social is next Thursday, Sept. 8th at 6pm in Hamilton Park. YUM!
Our 1st Parent Rep Meeting is on Friday 9/9 at 9am. Please attend if you're interested in becoming a Rep! Contact michele@filmsbyfrancesco.com with questions.