100th Day of School Celebration

On the 100th day of school, Horizon Kindergarten students dressed up as 100-year old (really, really old) people. Each child brought in 100 objects - some brought in 100 pennies, while others brought in 100 Cheerios, rubber bands, pretzels, and more. In addition, the kids got to put 100 decorations on their giant-sized cupcakes. Some put circles, some put squares, and others got creative with a variety of decorations.

The 100th day of school included lots and lots of counting to 100....and it was also lots of FUN as the photos below can attest to!

Horizon Show Choir Performs at 2014 Hearts of Gold Mall Walk

Horizon students, staff, and families showed they've got heart at the 2014 Hearts of Gold Mall Walk, benefiting Memorial Children's Hospital. At this annual fund-raiser, the Horizon Show Choir earned rave reviews for their well-choreographed collection of pop songs, including Michael Jackson's "ABC," which was a crowd favorite. Music teacher, Mr. West, and intern, Mr. Price, led the show choir, which is comprised of fourth and fifth graders. We thank the many parents, friends, and patrons who ventured out in wintry conditions to be there for this special event.

Kindergarten registration opens on January 21

Registration for kindergarten for the 2014-2015 school year began Tuesday, January 21. A parent or guardian can register a child at the elementary school he or she will attend and all elementary schools offer full-day kindergarten. Elementary school offices at Bittersweet, Elm Road, Horizon, Madison, Mary Frank, Meadow’s Edge, Northpoint, Prairie Vista and Walt Disney are open between 7:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. and at Moran and Elsie Rogers the offices are open from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

New Indiana Department of Health immunization requirements for 2014-2015

The Indiana State Department of Health has updated the immunization requirements for the 2014-2015 school year. Here are the changes to the requirements:

Calendar of Events

Feb. 14 - Friendship Parties

12:15-1:00 (2nd grade)
1:15-2:00 (all other grades)

Feb. 17 - Recess Day - No School

Feb. 19 - 5th Grade Parent Meeting with Mrs. Harper, Discovery Middle School Principal @ 7:00 p.m. in the LGI

Feb. 22 - PTO Fun Fair from noon - 4 p.m.

Feb. 25 - Math Pentathlon after school

Feb. 27 - 5th grade Instrument Presentation

New safety and security initiatives implemented for 2013-2014 school year

Penn-Harris-Madison has implemented many new safety and security initiatives in our schools over the summer for the coming school year. Here are a few of the changes you will notice:

Horizon rated an A by Indiana Department of Education

Horizon has been rated an A school by the Indiana Department of Education. This grade reflects Horizon's most recent academic performance and is calculated based on data collected throughout each school year. The grade takes into account a variety of factors including student performance and student growth. For more information and to see the report card, go to the Indiana Department of Education's COMPASS website.

School-wide Positive Behavior Plan - Family Information

Be Safe
Be Respectful
Be Responsible

Here is Horizon's School-wide Positive Behavior Plan. The goal of the program is to increase the school's ability to address the behavioral needs of all students and staff effectively and efficiently.

Kids Club

Kids Club is a childcare program designed to provide children of working parents with childcare in a safe, home-like atmosphere. The program provides care for children in kindergarten through grade five. Kids Club members are able to choose from a variety of recreational, social and enrichment activities each day.

Volunteer Information

Volunteers are needed and appreciated at your child's school. Donating a few precious hours of your time can make all the difference.

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