Page 6 - HE Handbook and Program of Studies 2018-2019

2018-2019 Hance Elementary Handbook & Program of Studies

Dear Hance Elementary Families,
It is with great RAM PRide that I would like to welcome
you to Hance Elementary School! We are looking
forward to another productive and fabulous school
year. Hance utilizes a K-3 structure that thrives on
creating positive experiences that build strong
academic, social, and emotional learning. Our goal is
for students to enjoy coming to school and feel engaged throughout their school day. In order to engage students
fully, we feel that it is essential for parents to be engaged and involved as well. Throughout the school year, we look
forward to collaborating with you through various school events as well as through the PTO.
Hance Elementary offers a fantastic learning environment for all of its students. In order to create a conducive
learning environment for all students, the teachers, staff, students, and parents must work together as a team to
foster student growth and achievement as part of educating the whole child. The Hance Elementary staff is adept at
working diligently to focus on learning for every student every day. The students at Hance also work very hard
and continually strive to do their best on a daily basis, which is evidenced by their achievement, growth, and
creativity. The K-3 experience at Hance Elementary will feature active student engagement that fosters learning to
read, write, understand numbers, critically think, problem solve, and engage in inquiry. We hope to foster a love of
learning so that students develop foundational skills that will allow them to be successful as they move to the upper
elementary grades.

In the year ahead, we will work together to continually exude a student-centered environment that supports the
mission, vision, and values of the Pine-Richland School District keeping in mind that learning is our primary purpose.
By focusing on learning for every student every day, we will provide tailored and rigorous instruction that meets each
student’s unique strengths and needs. As we design learning experiences for our students, we will remember that
learning occurs both inside and outside the classroom and requires support from all of us. This student-centered and
team approach will help the students of Hance reach their fullest potential.
The upcoming school year is going to be filled with academic experiences for our students that are rigorous, relevant
and also foster positive, appropriate relationships. We are excited and encouraged about the time ahead of us. If you
have any questions, please feel free to contact our school office. We look forward to working with you as a team so
that Hance Elementary students can experience a successful school year and educational career in the Pine-Richland
School District.
In collaboration,
Ms. Greta Kuzilla
Principal, Hance Elementary SSION, VISION &VALUES

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