Talbott Springs Elementary School
Newsletter - 2/13/26
Greetings TSES Families,
This is a reminder that schools are closed on Monday (2/16) and Tuesday (2/17) next week in observance of Presidents Day and Lunar New Year. In addition, the annual observance of Ramadan is anticipated to begin on the evening of Tuesday, February 17th and last for 30 days; however, the start date is determined by the sighting of the new crescent moon. TSES will provide a quiet space for students who are fasting. This was offered to students over the last week in our classroom SEL lessons in preparation for the start of Ramandan. Please reach out to your child’s teacher if you would like to confirm your child will have a quiet space during the scheduled lunch time.
We are always excited to celebrate our wonderful students. This week, we are congratulating our TSES Young Authors’ Contest winners and participants. We have some aspiring authors, and we are so proud of all of our participants!
Congratulations to the following TSES Young Authors' Contest winners and participants!
Grade 1
Winner:
Amelia R. (poem)
Grade 2
Winners:
Zaiden A. (poem)
Laia R. (short story)
Additional Participants:
Daniel P. (poem & short story)
Dearrah B. (short story)
Luke V. G. (short story)
Zuko B. (short story)
Grade 3
Winners:
Annalise N. (poem)
Kelly M. (short story)
Additional Participants:
Eva B. (poem)
Samuel O.-B. (short story)
Grade 4
Winners:
Aviela N. (poem)
Evie L. (short story)
Additional Participant:
Marcus L. (poem)
Grade 5
Winners:
Maya B. (poem)
Parker A. (short story)
Additional Participants:
Natalie C. (poem)
Victoria D. (short story)
Congratulations again to all of our participants!
This week's newsletter includes:
Important Dates
Black History Month Celebration
Black History Month Guest Reader Day
Reading Night
Planet Aid Clothing Bin
Important Dates
February 16 - HCPSS Schools & Offices Closed for Presidents Day
February 17 - HCPSS Schools & Offices Closed for Lunar New Year
February 26 - Black History Month Celebration @ 6pm
February 27 - Black History Guest Reader Day
March 5 - Spring & Class Photo Day
March 10 - PTA Meeting @ 6pm
March 18 - Reading Night @ 6:15pm
March 19 - School Crossing Guard Day
March 20 - HCPSS Schools Closed
Black History Month Celebration
Mark your calendars! We are gearing up and planning an exciting evening to celebrate Black History Month on Thursday, February 26th at 6:00 pm. Come out and enjoy yummy food, great performances, and meaningful moments as we come together to celebrate history, culture, and community. Check out the flier for details!
Black History Month Guest Reader Day
Talbott Springs is hosting a Black History Month Guest Reader day on Friday, February 27th. We invite adult family and community members to read a book, one that highlights an author, illustrator, person, or character of color, to a class of students. If you have a book you would like to read, please bring it. We will also have a collection of books available to you to choose from. If you are interested in volunteering as a Guest Reader, please review the available time slots and sign up. If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to Christina Mizia at Christina_Mizia@hcpss.org. Thank you for your support as we celebrate Black History Month and promote literacy!
Reading Night
Please join us for Talbott Spring’s Cozy Cafe Reading Night on March 18, 2026 from 6:15-8:00pm. There will be an Author Visit, Book Fair, Read Alouds, Snacks, Crafts and more. Please see Flier and RSVP.
Planet Aid Clothing Bin
Please support Talbott Springs Elementary School by bagging your excess clothes, shoes, purses, and linens and placing them in the yellow bin on our campus. Your donation keeps reusable textiles out of landfills, provides clothing to those in need, and raises funds for our school. Thank you for your consideration. Planet Aid information and flyer at this link.