Hawk Talk Parent Update - 2/13/26
Looking Ahead
- Trimester 2 Ends Next Friday
Next Friday marks the end of Trimester 2 as we head into the final trimester of the school year. It’s hard to believe how quickly the year is moving! - Taekwondo Assembly
We’re excited to host a Taekwondo assembly next week, organized through Mr. Fink. We know students will enjoy this engaging and energetic experience.
Book Vending Machine Update
Reminders & Important Information
- Family Science Night Registration
Registration ends on 2/17 — don’t forget to sign up here - Dismissal Changes
If there is a change to your child’s dismissal plan, please call the office by 3:00 p.m. so we have enough time to notify your child and their teacher. - Ramadan
As Ramadan approaches, if your child will be observing and may need accommodations during lunch, recess, or PE, please reach out so we can support them appropriately. - Kid’s Heart Challenge – DATE EXTENDED THROUGH MARCH 3RD
- Sign Up for Kids Heart Challenge by downloading the free “AHA Schools” app for Apple or Android or by clicking HERE.
- Be a hero: Send 10 texts TODAY to help save lives.
- Complete Finn’s Mission: Learn Hands-Only CPR, earn your lifesavers cape and be entered to win two Super Bowl tickets!
PTO TRIVIA NIGHT
HWS PTO is hosting a trivia night fundraiser: Heroes & Villains! Groups of 6 -10 people recommended, $40 per person.
Pick a character and bring them to life, come dressed as your favorite Hero or Villain
When: March 21st 6PM – 10PM
Where: Batavia VFW
More information and sign up to follow!
STEM CLUB
WINTER FUN FAIR IS COMING – FEBRUARY 28TH!
Mark your calendars for the event of the season! The Hoover-Wood Winter Fun Fair is Saturday, February 28th from 1:00-3:30 PM, and it’s going to be AMAZING!
What’s Happening:
12 carnival games, Slide inflatable, Rover Rescue petting zone, Face painting, Balloon artist, Delicious food (pizza, hot dogs, snacks!), Cake Walk, Themed raffle baskets, Silent auction
PRE-ORDER NOW & SAVE TIME
Skip the lines by pre-ordering wristbands, food, and game tickets online at the 2026 Fun Fair Pre-Order Store. Pre-orders close February 20th.
We Need Volunteers
Click HERE to sign up to help. Setup, games, concessions, cleanup—every role matters! Students 8th grade+ can earn service hours.
Questions?
Contact Jody and Maria at HWSFundraising@gmail.com.
See you at the Fair! 
Family Science Night!
Mark your calendars for this year’s Family Science Night on Tuesday, March 10 from 5:30-7:30PM!
Don’t forget to sign up here by Tuesday, February 17 to participate in this year’s Family Science Night on March 10. Come explore wind-themed stations with SciTech and enjoy seeing and interacting with fellow students’ creative projects! More information found here.
Contact Emily Mazzacavallo or Kayla Thomas with any questions.
FEBRUARY
February 14th – Valentine’s Day
February 16th – NO SCHOOL (President’s Day)
February 20th – End of Trimester 2
February 27th – NO SCHOOL (Teacher/Staff Work Day)
February 28th – Fun Fair
MARCH
March 10th – Wacky Science Show Assembly & Science Night
March 16th – IAR Testing Begins
March 17th – St. Patrick’s Day
March 23rd – Battle of the Books
March 30th – Start of Spring Break
APRIL
April 6th – NO SCHOOL (Teacher Work Day)
April 7th – ISA Testing Begins
April 13th – Panorama Survey Opens
April 20th – MAP & Aimsweb Window Opens