1. family and parenting
2. children
3. daycare and preschool

Hanawalt Elementary
225 56th Street
Des Moines, Iowa 50312
Phone: (515) 242-8411
Fax: (515) 255-1792
Andrew Burg, Principal
[email protected]
Deb Hutton, Office Manager
[email protected]
May 4, 2015
Dear Incoming Kindergarten Family:
Thank you for choosing Hanawalt Elementary School. Hanawalt is a wonderful place for children to learn and grow. As we
partner in your student’s education, you will discover that the Hanawalt community consists of committed and caring
adults who make a significant difference in the lives of young people. In addition to a remarkable staff, we have
tremendous volunteers who work directly with children or who are engaged in planning or organizing a variety of
educationally-related activities.
Kindergarten is an exciting year! Children not only soar academically, but their world is enhanced through a deep
appreciation for physical education, music, and visual arts. Hanawalt is committed to the development of the whole child.
Student learning occurs when children are engaged in meaningful content provided by caring adults. The Hanawalt
teachers make a genuine commitment to serve the unique needs of every student. We are honored that you are
partnering with us toward this end. If you have any questions always feel free to call or email Mr. Burg or Mrs. Hutton.
We look forward to you attending Parent Orientation on May 4th and your child attending Jumpstart July 27-30!
Kindergarten Parent Orientation: May 4, 2015 6:00-7:00 PM Hanawalt Cafeteria
*Kindergarten Parent Orientation is an informational meeting between staff and parents. If possible, please make
accommodations for child care during this 1 hour parent meeting. In addition to the below agenda, parents can sign up for
Kindergarten Jumpstart scheduled for July 27-30 from 9:00-11:00 when students will be invited to a simulated school week prior to
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the 1 day of school taught by Hanawalt teachers.
*The teacher your child works with during Jumpstart will NOT necessarily be their classroom teacher.
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Welcome- Mr. Burg (Principal) with introduction of staff
Kindergarten
Office Manager
Nurse
Metro Kids
AmeriCorps
Counselor
Mrs. Linebaugh
Mrs. Hutton
Ms. Willett
Mrs. Keyt
Mrs. Thompson Mrs. Mireles
Ms. Stepp
Ms. Cosper
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Notes from the office- Office Manager (Mrs. Hutton), Nurse (Ms. Willet) and Counselor (Mrs. Mireles)
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Kindergarten supplies (Kindergarten teachers or Lisa Russell- current parent and former PTA president)
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Metro Kids- (Susan Keyt-director)
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FAQ – (Kristi Kiefer-PTA President)
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Kindergarten Overview/Supporting Resources/Jumpstart-(Kindergarten teachers)
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Building tour (Kindergarten teachers/Mr. Burg)