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Posted Date: 02/06/26 (01:13 PM)
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HAPPY HOLLOW HAWK

February 6, 2026

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FROM OUR PRINCIPAL

Ms. Foundas

Dear Happy Hollow Families,

Thank you to all of the caregivers who were able to attend today’s PTO coffee with our Health Educator, Jenny Flynn. We hope you enjoyed connecting with one another while learning more about our health curriculum and brainstorming alongside Ms. Flynn about the resources and tools that can best support caregivers in promoting their children’s health journeys, whether that includes navigating conversations about puberty, mental health, sleep habits, or nutrition.

It has also been a joy this week to take advantage of the "warmer" weather and spend more time outdoors. Our students loved having the opportunity to get into the snow, move their bodies, and burn off some energy. Today’s Patriots-themed spirit day, sponsored by our Student Council, added to the excitement as we gear up for the big Super Bowl this weekend.

I would also like to share that our Student Resource Officer- Officer Bowles- will be supporting us for a few mornings next week during arrival, as we have been experiencing some challenges with maintaining safety. We appreciate everyone’s cooperation in using crosswalks, driving slowly in the arrival line, and following established drop-off procedures. These collective efforts help ensure the safety of all students, caregivers, and staff.

We wish you a restful weekend. Stay warm! Go Pats!

Respectfully,
Nicolette A. Foundas, Happy Hollow School Principal
 

FROM OUR PARENT TEACHER ORGANIZATION

A MESSAGE FROM PTO

Happy Hollow PTO logo featuring an owl with outstretched wings.

Dear Happy Hollow Community: A Few To Dos:

  1. Talent Show and Steam Fair (deadline extended) - Sign Ups by February 13 th
  2. Donate your goods and services to our second annual fundraiser: the Backpack Auction.
 

Volunteer Opportunities

  1. Backpack auction volunteer opportunity.
  2. JUST LIKE ME Program: 3-hour commitment Friday 3/13 – one person from 3rd
  3. (deafness and hearing loss) and 4th grade (learning differences) needed - NOEXPERIENCE NECESSARY (additional volunteers also needed to run the activities. Please email happyhollowpto@gmail.com with questions)
  4. Worlds’ Fair Volunteer Opportunity:
 
Happy Hollow STEAM Fair
February 27th 
 6–7:30 PM | Happy Hollow Gym

Get your projects ready and come see the 3D printer and other exhibits!All participants get a medal!!

NEW THIS YEAR: Host a table and enter to win tickets to the Acton Discovery Museum or the
American Heritage Museum!
STEAM Fair Registration
 
Happy Hollow Talent Show
DATE CHANGE to APRIL 10th
 6–8 PM
Happy Hollow Gym
  • REGISTER BY FEB 13th (survey / QR code / link)
  • AUDITION VIDEO DUE March 13th (everyone will get in!)
  • Rehearsal 1: March 27th after school (this is the current date, but we are working out the final
  • details)
  • Rehearsal 2: April 6th after school (this is the current date but we are working out final details)
  • Talent Show: April 10th at 6:30 PM
Talent Show Registration
 

5th GRADE FAMILIES:


2) Send yearbook photos to Happyhollow2026@gmail.com
Please Complete Gr5 Wufoo Form
 

PTO AUCTION

Planning for the 2026 Backpack Auction has begun!  The auction is the second (of two)
fundraising events that directly supports all of Wayland’s elementary schools.  The auction (to
take place in March) has historically had a huge response across families and the Wayland
community and we hope it lives up to its reputation in 2026!  Our goal is to identify thoughtful
and exciting bidding items to make this year’s auction a success!  

That’s where YOU come in!

Please consider donating any of the following to the auction:
 Your services or hobby or skill (sports or music lessons, hiking guide, photography,
baking or cooking lessons, etc.)
 Donations from a local business, virtual experiences, online subscriptions, outdoor
activities, or even time in a vacation home 
 Cook & Deliver a meal for a family
 New toys, apparel or items for the home
 Gift cards to your favorite restaurants and businesses

If you have a auction item to donate, please complete this Google form:
https://forms.gle/ECQk9NT613SPbqjn8

Have questions? waylandbackpackauction@gmail.com 

Did you know: The funding we raise for the PTO this year determines our 2026-27 budget and
directly impacts what we’re able to do for our students next year--think of the back-to-school
picnic, incredible field trips, and all of the other wonderful enrichment opportunities that the
PTO enables through your generous support.

~Thank you from the Backpack Auction Team

Reminders!

MCAS Schedule

Please be mindful of these dates when scheduling appointments and absences for your children

Grade 3
Friday, March 27- ELA session 1
Tuesday, March 31- ELA session 2
Tuesday, May 5- Math session 1
Thursday, May 7- Math session 2

Grade 4
Monday, March 30- ELA session 1
Wednesday, April 1- ELA session 2
Thursday, April 30- Math session 1
Friday, May 1- Math session 2

Grade 5
Tuesday, March 24- ELA session 1
Thursday, March 26- ELA session 2
Tuesday, April 28- Math session 1
Monday, May 4- Math session 2
Wednesday, May 6- Science session 1
Friday, May 8- Science session 2

 

Please Use Pick Up Patrol For Your Safe To School (and from school) Notifications

If your child(ren) will be absent, tardy, or have a dismissal change please Fill out Pick Up Patrol accordingly, any time of day or night. You can enter this information as soon as you know it and don't need to wait until the date of the absence, tardy (or change).

Our safe arrival program was established to ensure that every child is accounted for at the start of each day. If a child is unaccounted for, the office staff follow the process below until the child is located:
1) recheck the child's classroom
2) contact parents/guardians at all phone numbers on file with an automated call system
3) call emergency contacts
4) contact police for a wellness check

(The Link to pick up patrol can also be found on our school website)

Tips And Tricks For Using Pick Up Patrol

How To Make PUP An Icon On Your Apple Device


  1. Open Safari.
  2. Navigate to the website you want to save to your home screen by entering the URL of the website you want to create a shortcut to. ...
  3. Tap the Share button on the bottom of the page. ...
  4. In the list of options that appear, scroll down until you see Add to Home Screen.
How To Make PUP An Icon On Your Android Device:
  1. Open Chrome.
  2. Navigate to the website or web page you want to pin to your home screen.
  3. Tap the menu icon (3 dots in upper right-hand corner) and tap Add to home screen.
The PickUp Patrol logo features a stylized traffic light and the company name.

How To Report A Late Arrival Or Tardy

Please see photgraph for instructions:
A digital interface displays school dismissal plans, including options for late arrival.

How to report an absence

or change today's dismissal plan
A screen displays a schedule with options for dismissal, late arrival, and leave.
A menu on a screen shows options including 'Absent' and various transportation choices.

How to report an early dismissal

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A screen displays upcoming plans for Monday, December 16.
A mobile app screen shows dismissal options, including 'Early Dismissal'.

How to Report A Leave And Return

For mid day appointment or something simialr
A digital interface displays upcoming plans for Tuesday, November 5.

How To Report A Late Arrival/Tardy

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A screen displays a schedule with options for dismissal and late arrival.

How To Change Your Child's Default Plan

Your child's default dismissal plans is their expected weekly dismissal on a typical day.
Screenshot of a mobile app interface showing upcoming plans and a dismissal plan.
A webpage displays a section titled 'Default plans'.
A mobile app screen displays default plans for Walker/Biker activities.
 

School Security

You Are Not Being Rude or Unfriendly

Your parents have taught you that it is impolite to not hold the door for another person. As awkward as it may feel, according to the police protocol we ask that you do not hold the door open for anyone coming into our building behind you or as you leave our school (even students). In fact, we ask that you remind anyone trying to piggy back into the building that they please buzz in for their own personal greeting. Please make sure that the door closes tightly behind you. There are red octagonal signs by our front door reminding visitors of this request. I know how hard this is to do and goes against your natural instinct, but please know that we will kindly explain it to the other party and we do notice and appreciate your vigilance in keeping our children safe.

I Am Not Being Rude or Unfriendly

The Happy Hollow office is working very hard to keep your children safe and happy in our building. To this end, we are following a protocol created by the Wayland Police that has been implemented in all of the schools. We are responsible for vetting each person before they enter our building. Every visitor must buzz in individually. They will be asked to identify themselves, their student and their business in the building. Anyone with whom we are not familiar or who does not have a job or student in the building will be personally met at the door and escorted. Anyone, regardless of their connection with the school, who does not have a Wayland Public Schools-specific CORI on file is not allowed past the front office without an escort. While this feels counter to the friendly environment we strive for here, it is necessary to keeping your children safe and allows us the personal contact to make sure that you do have a friendly welcome. We will do it with a smile!

Criminal Offender Record Information

A CORI IS REQURED FOR EVERYONE

Anyone who walks the halls of our building must be CORIed or escorted. This means that everyone who visits their child's classroom, volunteers in the building, visits the book fair/field day or attends field trips must be CORIed.

- CORIs completed with other town departments are NOT transferable to the schools.
- We cannot allow you into our building without a valid Wayland Public Schools CORI on file

To complete a CORI application please present in person at any Wayland Public School Office (or central office) with valid government issued photo identification