Simpson Elementary

Due to predicted inclement weather, the Race for Education event has been postponed to Thursday, October 9th. On Thursday, please dress your students in tennis shoes and clothing appropriate for physical activity. Also, please send (1) a jacket or sweatshirt; and (2) their water bottle. Lastly, remind them to have FUN! 

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The countdown is on—only 1️⃣ month until school starts! 🎉📚

Get ready for a great year ahead!

See all the important dates here:
👉 https://www.harcoboe.net/page/calendar-highlights

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The July edition of the HCS Summer Insider is here!

It’s full of great ways to keep kids learning and having fun this summer!

Inside you'll find:
* Free reading and learning websites
* Easy at-home STEM activities
* Fun and safe online math games
* Student news from around the county

Check out the newsletter — https://harcoboe.edurooms.com/engage/hcswv/newsletters/hcs-summer-insider-70095

📬 We want to hear from YOU! For the first time, we’re launching monthly summer newsletters to help families stay informed and prepared — and we want to make sure they’re worth your time! 💭 What do you want to see in the newsletter? 🗓️ We’ll send one in June, July, and August — and your input helps us plan! 👉 Take 2 minutes to fill out this quick form: https://harcoboe.jotform.com/251483653307054 ✅ Your voice matters. Help us keep you connected! #HCSWV #BuiltOnCommunity

Good Evening, Little Indians. The weather for tomorrow is showing rain off and on all day with temperatures in the low 50s and the feel like in the high 40s. Please ensure your child is dressed in appropriate weather shoes and clothing that includes layers. Please bring a water bottle and if possible, a small cinch bag. Kindergarten - First grade students are participating for a half day and will return to school. If for some reason we need to move inside due to weather, we will have access to some areas in the Bridge to execute activities. Thanks for your understanding and cooperation. We want to make this a memorable and engaging experience for ALL!

Little Indians! It’s time to show what you know! State testing starts this week. Please eat a healthy breakfast, get to bed early, and be on time. Do your best, take your time, and remember, your value is not determined by any test! We believe in each of you! You got this!!

Heads up! The State has denied our waiver request. That means June 2nd, 3rd, and 4th are now instructional days. 📅 Last day for students: June 4th 📅 Last day for 200-day employees: June 5th 📝 High school exams: May 29th & 30th #HCSWV #BuiltOnCommunity

Hello, Little Indians! Help us Celebrate the Month of the Military Child with a themed Spirit Week! Thank you for supporting our Military kids and their families! Monday, April 7th - Military Monday - Wear a shirt to show your favorite branch. Tuesday, April 8th - Crazy Camo Day - Wear your favorite camouflage clothing. Wednesday, April 9th - Red, White, and Blue Day - Wear red, white, and blue. Thursday, April 10th - Red Day - Wear red to remember everyone deployed. Friday, April 11th - Purple Up Day - Wear purple in honor of our military kids.

Good Evening, Little Indians! On Wednesday, March 19th, one of our Third Graders has decided to demonstrate courage and strength by shaving her head for a close family friend that lost her fight to childhood cancer at the age of 16 last year. She has elected to do this with students in grades 3rd - 5th. Her hair will be donated to children impacted with hair loss to fashion wigs. As a parent / guardian of a child in 3rd - 5th grade, please let your child's teacher know if you are uncomfortable with their participation in the assembly. We completely understand your decision and will have supervision during that time. On Tuesday, March 18th, we will be having a schoolwide hat day. Students will be asked to bring a $1.00 to participate and may wear their favorite hat all day. We would like to show support not only to the child for showing bravery, but by donating money from Hat Day to Alex's Lemonade Stand. Alex's Lemonade Stand is an organization that utilizes ALL donations for childhood cancer research. For more information about Alex's Lemonade stand and to learn about their mission and history, please visit https://www.alexslemonade.org/about/our-mission-history. There is a brief mission statement and video.

Mark your calendars! Simpson Elementary's Local School Improvement Council will engage our Stakeholders at an annual meeting on March 27, 2025 at 5:30 PM in our cafeteria. During this time, Simpson Administration, along with our LSIC members, will present data to include academic, attendance, behaviors, and strategic plan goals. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to learn about the positive initiatives that are in progress. Please take the opportunity to attend and provide input / suggestions that will continue to advance our school forward. We look forward to seeing you there!!

Nominate Now For HCS Service Personnel of the Year! Find out more at https://www.harcoboe.net/article/2057955 #HCSWV #BuiltOnCommunity

HCS Teacher of the Year Nominations Are Open! Find out more at https://www.harcoboe.net/article/2057968 #HCSWV #BuiltOnCommunity

Little Indians! On Monday, March 3rd, we will be celebrating Dr. Seuss Day and Read Across America with a themed breakfast / lunch menu and classroom activities. Please help us celebrate the birthday of Dr. Seuss by dressing as your favorite Dr. Seuss character or by your wearing your favorite Seuss attire! Have fun and we cannot wait to see you on Monday in your favorite Seuss style!

Little Indians! On Monday, March 3rd, we will be celebrating Dr. Seuss Day and Read Across America with a themed breakfast / lunch menu and classroom activities. Please help us celebrate the birthday of Dr. Seuss by dressing as your favorite Dr. Seuss character or by your wearing your favorite Seuss attire! Have fun and we cannot wait to see you on Monday in your favorite Seuss style! #HCSWV #BuiltOnCommunity

Reminder: No school for students on Monday, February 24th. Staff are to report for Professional Learning Day and Faculty Senate 📚✏️ Don't forget to check the district calendar for upcoming events at https://www.harcoboe.net/events. #HCSWV

Due to winter weather, February 17th (President's Day) will now be a Regular School Day instead of an OS Day.

ATTENTION!! Please see post from the Bridgeport Police Department at the link below. We thank you for your understanding and cooperation. https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1E6RgmnoU7/

Charge up those iPads—tomorrow we’re BackToSchool! 🎒✨

The County Spelling Bee, planned for January 11th, will now happen on Tuesday, January 21, 2025. It will take place at Liberty High School in the theater. Students can sign in at 5:30 PM, and the Spelling Bee will start at 6:00 PM.