HP Families, 

As we wrap up this week at HP, a reminder that Trimester 2 Interim Reports for students in grades 5-8 are available via the parent portal at 4:00 pm. As a reminder, not all students will receive interim reports. 

Our annual Food Drive leading up to the 100th Day of School is underway. Please see the attached flyer with the needed items. 

Today, the HPPD along with AAA gave a presentation to students in grades 5-8 on Bike and E-Bike Safety. Laws in NJ have recently changed related to E-Bikes and Scooters. We will be communicating this out to families. In the interim you can visit NJ Bike & Pedestrian Resource Center  or Rutgers State Police Policy Lab for more information.

Save the Date - 8th Grade vs Staff Have a Heart Volleyball Game - Thursday, February 12th, 3:15-4:15. This event is held in the Big Gym and raises money for the American Heart Association. 

The HSA is very excited to announce the highly anticipated return of the HP Talent Show, Thursday, February 26, at 6 pm in the Big Gym. Free for students & teachers to perform in the talent show. $10 for any parents who would like to perform. Ticket sales will open soon on the HSA website, $10 for each entry,  4 years old & younger are free. 

Please note, Pre-Registration for the 2026-2027 Kindergarten is now open. Please go to www.hpsd.org and under “About Us” select "Admissions". Kindergarten Parent Orientation is scheduled for the evening of March 5th at 6:00 pm.

Calling all 8th grade artists!  Any 8th grader interested in participating in the annual Library Art Contest is now invited to do so.  All information regarding the contest can be found here.  All submissions are due no later than Friday, Feb. 13th.  Questions?  See or email Mrs.Pidane, pidane@hpsd.org.

The HSA is raffling off the most coveted parking spot in front of the school. If you win, the parking spot is yours from 2/01/2026 - 6/25/2026! Don't wait, now is your chance!! Tickets on sale until Thursday, January 29th. All proceeds will help support the HPHSA's student programs. Purchase as many as you want, increase your odds for the most sought-after parking spot. The winner will be announced Friday, January 30th, by Principal Nitzberg at 3 pm on the blacktop! https://rafflecreator.com/pages/11301/spring-prime-parking-2025-2026

Please see the attached flyer our HP Nurses wanted shared from the NJ Dept Of Health.

Have a great weekend HP, stay warm and safe in the snow! 

Jessica Nitzberg

Principal 

Sports:

The Girls' Basketball Team had an awesome week with two wins on the road. On Tuesday, the Spartans won against Norwood 33 to 18 and on Wednesday, the girls played an outstanding game against Old Tappan with a score of 60 to 36. The girls ended their regular season undefeated and will play in the second round of playoffs at home next week! 

The Boys Basketball Team opened the week with an exciting 61–44 victory over Norwood. The game remained close until the fourth quarter, when strong team defense led to key turnovers and easy baskets that helped the Spartans pull away. Balanced scoring was a highlight, with 12 different players contributing to the scoring effort. Later in the week, the Spartans dropped a tough contest to OT by a score of 53–45. After a slow start that saw the boys fall behind by 18 points, the team showed tremendous fight, scoring a season-high 35 points in the second half to make it a competitive game. In the end, OT’s outside shooting and height proved to be the difference. Please come out and support the team today after school as they host OT in the final game of the regular season. The Spartans will then be back in action next Tuesday after school when they travel to OT for the first round of the league playoffs. Good luck, boys!

Clubs:

-The Elementary Kind Kids Club is running a Pajama Drive for St Joseph's Children's Hospital. Students received a flyer home this week. Information can also be found attached below  

- Student Council Food Drive is underway! See attached flyer for needed items. 

-The Green Club will be collecting used sneakers all month! 

Grade 2 & 3  Kind Kids Schedule:

All meetings will be held at 8:05-8:30 am in the Computer Lab

- January 28 - 3rd Grade

-February 4- 2nd Grade & February 25 - 3rd Grade

-March 11 - 2nd Grade & March 25- 3rd Grade

-April  8- 2nd Grade & April 22- 3rd Grade

-May 6 - 2nd Grade & May 27 - 3rd Grade

-June 3 - 2nd Grade & June 17- 3rd Grade

-HP Town Lacrosse Information- Any boy or girl from grades 1-8 that are interested in playing lacrosse, registration is open now. https://www.nvylacrosse.com/

See attached Baseball- Softball & Tball Sign Up Flyer & Links Below. 

https://registration.teamsnap.com/form/49547 (softball)

https://registration.teamsnap.com/form/48548 (baseball)

https://registration.teamsnap.com/form/49551 (t-ball)

Tickets are now on sale! NVOT Mean Girls- nvot.booktix.com 

-Friday, February 27th at 7 pm

-Saturday, February 28th at 2 pm

-Saturday, February 28th at 7 pm

-Sunday, March 1st at 2 pm

-February 25th: Senior Citizen Dress Rehearsal at 6 pm

Contact wilcox@nvnet.org or 201-784-1600 ext. 24550 for tickets for this performance or any questions.