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Welcome to Hawthorne Elementary School, a place of great beginnings. Our faculty and staff are dedicated to creating an engaging environment where our students can explore, construct and share ideas. We are committed to providing an atmosphere where students become caring, connected, and responsible individuals. We continually strive to refine and differentiate our instructional practices in response to each child’s academic, social, and emotional needs. We are looking forward to an exciting year of working together to support our students.
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![Board of Education Appreciation]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1733417393/mtplcsdorg/chcpnhphwcuxgdofqgul/BOEAppreciation.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1733417393/mtplcsdorg/chcpnhphwcuxgdofqgul/BOEAppreciation.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1733417393/mtplcsdorg/chcpnhphwcuxgdofqgul/BOEAppreciation.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1733417393/mtplcsdorg/chcpnhphwcuxgdofqgul/BOEAppreciation.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1733417393/mtplcsdorg/chcpnhphwcuxgdofqgul/BOEAppreciation.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1733417393/mtplcsdorg/chcpnhphwcuxgdofqgul/BOEAppreciation.jpg","width":2048}])
At Mount Pleasant, we look forward to celebrating School Board Recognition Week each year.
![Kindergarteners wear Red for Empathy]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1733502116/mtplcsdorg/ycstyeoeu9nldsmciowj/HESRed.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1733502116/mtplcsdorg/ycstyeoeu9nldsmciowj/HESRed.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1733502116/mtplcsdorg/ycstyeoeu9nldsmciowj/HESRed.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1733502116/mtplcsdorg/ycstyeoeu9nldsmciowj/HESRed.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1733502116/mtplcsdorg/ycstyeoeu9nldsmciowj/HESRed.jpg","width":1440}])
Hawthorne students celebrated their second Portrait of a Learner Spirit Day today by wearing RED to symbolize Empathy.
![Annual Thanksgiving Food Drive a Success!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1733501170/mtplcsdorg/lkr5dwaujjjcvrqvjs3m/Thanksgiving.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1733501170/mtplcsdorg/lkr5dwaujjjcvrqvjs3m/Thanksgiving.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1733501170/mtplcsdorg/lkr5dwaujjjcvrqvjs3m/Thanksgiving.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1733501170/mtplcsdorg/lkr5dwaujjjcvrqvjs3m/Thanksgiving.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1733501170/mtplcsdorg/lkr5dwaujjjcvrqvjs3m/Thanksgiving.jpg","width":1440}])
Three cheers for Deb Kurlander, Jennifer Baltich, and Ricky Guido who coordinated Hawthorne’s 4th Annual Thanksgiving Food Drive.
![Family Math Night at Hawthorne]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1733496675/mtplcsdorg/vgqrgwtyu8n0o7px8ggu/MathNightatHES.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1733496675/mtplcsdorg/vgqrgwtyu8n0o7px8ggu/MathNightatHES.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1733496675/mtplcsdorg/vgqrgwtyu8n0o7px8ggu/MathNightatHES.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1733496675/mtplcsdorg/vgqrgwtyu8n0o7px8ggu/MathNightatHES.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1733496675/mtplcsdorg/vgqrgwtyu8n0o7px8ggu/MathNightatHES.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1733496675/mtplcsdorg/vgqrgwtyu8n0o7px8ggu/MathNightatHES.jpg","width":2048}])
Math with a twist - Pajamas!
![Twenty-Five Years]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1733501512/mtplcsdorg/waacxlc1fvtslcmubtc4/25Years.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1733501512/mtplcsdorg/waacxlc1fvtslcmubtc4/25Years.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1733501512/mtplcsdorg/waacxlc1fvtslcmubtc4/25Years.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1733501512/mtplcsdorg/waacxlc1fvtslcmubtc4/25Years.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1733501512/mtplcsdorg/waacxlc1fvtslcmubtc4/25Years.jpg","width":1440}])
Dr. G praised them saying, “We are privileged to recognize an extraordinary group of educators who have dedicated 25 years to shaping the minds and futures of our students. Their commitment, passion, and dedication have made, and will surely continue to make a lasting impact on generations of learners.”
![Hawthorne Loves Our Veterans!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1733504797/mtplcsdorg/ubhdaxhmbnaw7xujjvx9/HESVeterans.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1733504797/mtplcsdorg/ubhdaxhmbnaw7xujjvx9/HESVeterans.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1733504797/mtplcsdorg/ubhdaxhmbnaw7xujjvx9/HESVeterans.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1733504797/mtplcsdorg/ubhdaxhmbnaw7xujjvx9/HESVeterans.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1733504797/mtplcsdorg/ubhdaxhmbnaw7xujjvx9/HESVeterans.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1733504797/mtplcsdorg/ubhdaxhmbnaw7xujjvx9/HESVeterans.jpg","width":2200}])
For Enrichment, students in Kristin Biagiotti and Madison Fennell’s class created a collaborative banner for Veterans Day. Well done, Wildcats! It’s beautiful!
![Pumpkin Patch Day at HES]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1733490623/mtplcsdorg/cfinbgmodae8kr2h0lxb/PumpkinPatch.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1733490623/mtplcsdorg/cfinbgmodae8kr2h0lxb/PumpkinPatch.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1733490623/mtplcsdorg/cfinbgmodae8kr2h0lxb/PumpkinPatch.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1733490623/mtplcsdorg/cfinbgmodae8kr2h0lxb/PumpkinPatch.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1733490623/mtplcsdorg/cfinbgmodae8kr2h0lxb/PumpkinPatch.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1733490623/mtplcsdorg/cfinbgmodae8kr2h0lxb/PumpkinPatch.jpg","width":2048}])
This highly anticipated annual tradition at Hawthorne sponsored and organized by the Mount Pleasant Elementary PTA, was another event to be remembered!
![Fire Prevention Month]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1733418327/mtplcsdorg/ao6yfaxkwvwoh0d4gnaa/FirePrevention.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1733418327/mtplcsdorg/ao6yfaxkwvwoh0d4gnaa/FirePrevention.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1733418327/mtplcsdorg/ao6yfaxkwvwoh0d4gnaa/FirePrevention.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1733418327/mtplcsdorg/ao6yfaxkwvwoh0d4gnaa/FirePrevention.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1733418327/mtplcsdorg/ao6yfaxkwvwoh0d4gnaa/FirePrevention.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1733418327/mtplcsdorg/ao6yfaxkwvwoh0d4gnaa/FirePrevention.jpg","width":2048}])
Thank you to our Hawthorne and Thornwood Fire Companies for helping us recognize National Fire Prevention Week and Month.
![HES-Second Grade Moving Up]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1719315486/mtplcsdorg/fm79ifjhxo839bvv7tug/MovingUp1.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1719315486/mtplcsdorg/fm79ifjhxo839bvv7tug/MovingUp1.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1719315486/mtplcsdorg/fm79ifjhxo839bvv7tug/MovingUp1.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1719315486/mtplcsdorg/fm79ifjhxo839bvv7tug/MovingUp1.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1719315486/mtplcsdorg/fm79ifjhxo839bvv7tug/MovingUp1.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1719315486/mtplcsdorg/fm79ifjhxo839bvv7tug/MovingUp1.jpg","width":2200}])
We had a first in Mount Pleasant this June - due to the extreme heat, our 2nd graders had their Moving Up Ceremony at Westlake High School.
![Summer Reading!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1718970269/mtplcsdorg/xl3mz02ijreitwuxpvpb/Library2.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1718970269/mtplcsdorg/xl3mz02ijreitwuxpvpb/Library2.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1718970269/mtplcsdorg/xl3mz02ijreitwuxpvpb/Library2.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1718970269/mtplcsdorg/xl3mz02ijreitwuxpvpb/Library2.png","width":1000}])
Hawthorne hosted a Mount Pleasant Library guest to get everyone excited about reading this summer.
![Celebrating our Retirees]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1718969440/mtplcsdorg/xnvzuzzs0kuzskof254t/retirees.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1718969440/mtplcsdorg/xnvzuzzs0kuzskof254t/retirees.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1718969440/mtplcsdorg/xnvzuzzs0kuzskof254t/retirees.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1718969440/mtplcsdorg/xnvzuzzs0kuzskof254t/retirees.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1718969440/mtplcsdorg/xnvzuzzs0kuzskof254t/retirees.jpg","width":1440}])
At the June Board of Education Meeting, we said farewell to some very special members of the Mount Pleasant Schools family.
![Hawthorne Art Collaboration with Middle School Students]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1718907977/mtplcsdorg/hykcjvkyxyek5qupmlln/Monster.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1718907977/mtplcsdorg/hykcjvkyxyek5qupmlln/Monster.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1718907977/mtplcsdorg/hykcjvkyxyek5qupmlln/Monster.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1718907977/mtplcsdorg/hykcjvkyxyek5qupmlln/Monster.png","width":1027}])
The “Monster Project” fostered a sense of community and collaboration between the students.
![Former Hawthorne Students Returns to do Eagle Project]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1718907552/mtplcsdorg/sbvhd4n89aeno3gi8gg3/musicwall.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1718907552/mtplcsdorg/sbvhd4n89aeno3gi8gg3/musicwall.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1718907552/mtplcsdorg/sbvhd4n89aeno3gi8gg3/musicwall.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1718907552/mtplcsdorg/sbvhd4n89aeno3gi8gg3/musicwall.jpg","width":1200}])
Logan Schwan completed his Eagle Scout project at Hawthorne Elementary. Logan, a former Hawthorne “Wildcub” and currently a Junior at WHS, committed to creating a Music Wall at Hawthorne!
![Field Trip to Columbus!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1718907296/mtplcsdorg/mb6psrei5m9us3ucuobr/CES-Tour.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1718907296/mtplcsdorg/mb6psrei5m9us3ucuobr/CES-Tour.jpg","width":450}])
Our second graders visited Columbus on Friday to preview their new school.
![Mount Pleasant Central School District Receives National Recognition for Music Education Support]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1713125650/mtplcsdorg/vpl2ilshywiiibyxuoog/MusicAward.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1713125650/mtplcsdorg/vpl2ilshywiiibyxuoog/MusicAward.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1713125650/mtplcsdorg/vpl2ilshywiiibyxuoog/MusicAward.png","width":800}])
Mount Pleasant Central School District has been honored with the Best Communities for Music Education designation from The NAMM Foundation for its outstanding commitment to music education. Now in its 25th year, the Best Communities for Music Education designation is awarded to districts that demonstrate outstanding achievement for providing music access and education to all students.
![HES Students Learn Where their Garbage Goes]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1712244144/mtplcsdorg/ajgcoujl9raqpdvy7kw5/HESLearnGarbageGoes.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1712244144/mtplcsdorg/ajgcoujl9raqpdvy7kw5/HESLearnGarbageGoes.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1712244144/mtplcsdorg/ajgcoujl9raqpdvy7kw5/HESLearnGarbageGoes.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1712244144/mtplcsdorg/ajgcoujl9raqpdvy7kw5/HESLearnGarbageGoes.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1712244144/mtplcsdorg/ajgcoujl9raqpdvy7kw5/HESLearnGarbageGoes.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1712244144/mtplcsdorg/ajgcoujl9raqpdvy7kw5/HESLearnGarbageGoes.jpg","width":2200}])
Naturalist Julia King from PNW BOCES’ Center for Environmental Learning visited Hawthorne today with two special programs to help students get ready for Earth Day which happens later this month.
![Swim Teams Collaborate and Give Back]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1705966477/mtplcsdorg/wmsgurt1tuxlmiwrfarw/swim.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1705966477/mtplcsdorg/wmsgurt1tuxlmiwrfarw/swim.jpg","width":320}])
The boys and girls varsity swim teams collected items and assembled parent kits to be donated to Maria Ferrari Children’s Hospital.
![Celebrating Reading Achievements with a Silly Sock Party]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1705966228/mtplcsdorg/zqumdlkmh8uo2bec5rqd/Sock.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1705966228/mtplcsdorg/zqumdlkmh8uo2bec5rqd/Sock.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1705966228/mtplcsdorg/zqumdlkmh8uo2bec5rqd/Sock.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1705966228/mtplcsdorg/zqumdlkmh8uo2bec5rqd/Sock.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1705966228/mtplcsdorg/zqumdlkmh8uo2bec5rqd/Sock.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1705966228/mtplcsdorg/zqumdlkmh8uo2bec5rqd/Sock.jpg","width":2200}])
More of our littlest Wildcats shared their mastery of research and writing skills.
![Show and Tell, A Kindergarten Classic!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1705965822/mtplcsdorg/j2s9bs8izinhf1vkeldw/showandtell.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1705965822/mtplcsdorg/j2s9bs8izinhf1vkeldw/showandtell.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1705965822/mtplcsdorg/j2s9bs8izinhf1vkeldw/showandtell.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1705965822/mtplcsdorg/j2s9bs8izinhf1vkeldw/showandtell.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1705965822/mtplcsdorg/j2s9bs8izinhf1vkeldw/showandtell.jpg","width":1440}])
Three clues and lots of class participation make for a fun activity every Wednesday for these students.
![Meet our Hawthorne Animal Researchers]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1705965526/mtplcsdorg/u3kblfqilzea1h30xtjn/danzis.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1705965526/mtplcsdorg/u3kblfqilzea1h30xtjn/danzis.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1705965526/mtplcsdorg/u3kblfqilzea1h30xtjn/danzis.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1705965526/mtplcsdorg/u3kblfqilzea1h30xtjn/danzis.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1705965526/mtplcsdorg/u3kblfqilzea1h30xtjn/danzis.jpg","width":1440}])
With a focus on ELA, first graders learn research skills.