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Weekly Hornet Buzz- Week of May 11th 2026

Posted Date: 05/10/26 (05:00 PM)


Hornet Buzz

Week of May 11, 2026

 

From the Desk of Mrs. Alligood

Dear Hornet Families,

As we move closer to the end of the school year, we want to remind our students and families that learning continues every day at Hernando Elementary. While many exciting end-of-year activities are approaching, our classrooms remain focused on instruction, growth, and maintaining a positive learning environment through the very last day of school.

This is an important time of year for students to continue showing our Hornet Expectations each day through respectful behavior, responsibility, kindness, and a commitment to safety. Consistency in routines and expectations helps all students remain successful and allows teachers to maximize valuable instructional time.

We encourage families to help support these expectations by:
  • Reinforcing the importance of respectful behavior at school
  • Encouraging students to stay focused and put forth their best effort
  • Making sure students arrive on time and ready to learn each day
  • Talking with your child about finishing the year strong academically and behaviorally

Thank you for your continued partnership and support throughout the school year. Together, we can help our Hornets finish the year strong and make these final weeks productive, positive, and successful for everyone.

With gratitude,
Mrs. Alligood
Principal
 

Word of the Week

Revise-To make something better by changing it.

Important Dates

5/11-5/14- K-2nd grade PM3 Star Testing
5/11- PTO Meeting 4:15pm
5/12- 5th grade PM3 Science FAST Testing
5/14- 5th grade Celebration 6pm at Church of the Nazarene
5/15- Kindergarten Luau Event
5/15- Ms. Spell's Parent Event
5/18- This Year's Safety Patrol DC Meeting 5:30pm
5/19- New Safety Patrol Induction Ceremony 2:30pm
5/22- Wet Field Day
5/25- Memorial Day: No School
5/28- Early Dismissal
5/29- Early Dismissal, Last Day of School
Cafeteria Menu- Click Here!

The Future of PTO starts with YOU!

Hernando Elementary PTO seeks new leaders for officer nominations, emphasizing 'The Future of Our PTO Starts With You!'
Infographic seeking nominations for PTO positions for the 2026-2027 school year, listing roles like President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, Events Chair, and Volunteer Chair.
PTO Board Nominations Click Here

Yearbooks are going fast!

Announcement for families about online yearbook payments through REVTRAK, with a link to the payment portal.
Screenshot showing steps to log in to a web store and set up payment information.
Click here to buy a yearbook
 
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Contact info

If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact us.

  • (352) 726-1833
  • www.hes.citrusschools.org
  • www.facebook.com/HernandoElementary