Week of September 14 - September 18 2026

Ellsworth Hill: Important Dates and Reminders:

• September 15, 20226 - Picture Day
• September 22, 2026 - POE Day: Adaptive Problem Solver - Wear Hudson Gear!
• September 30, 2026 - Hudson Community First SMILE DAY - Wear smiley faces or bright colors!
• October 7-8, 2026 - Parent Teacher Conferences
• October 8, 2026 - No School - Parent Teacher Conferences
• October 9, 2026 - No School
• October 16, 2026 - No School
• October 30, 2026 - Halloween Parades - Times TBD

For event information about district and community events, please view the latest Peachjar flyers here: My Peachjar

Ellsworth Hill Picture Day - September 15th

Student Absences and Attendance:  

Any time a student is absent or late to school, it is necessary to call 330-653-1300.  This attendance line is in operation 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.  Please state the following: child’s name, parent’s name, teacher’s name, date of absence, and a brief reason for the absence.

Charlie's Challenge 2026

The 5th Annual Charlie's Challenge is taking place this Saturday, September 12th. Please click the link to register or learn more about Charlie's Challenge.

Hudson Preschool Parents Philanthropy

Community Donation Drive supporting students at Akron East Community Learning Center. Hudson Preschool Parents are collecting new and gently used items to help provide students with the athletic and everyday essentials they need, including athletic shoes/cleats, athletic clothing, basketballs, footballs, soccer equipment, hygiene products, and other sports-related items.

Donations will be accepted through Saturday, September 19th, with collection opportunities at upcoming Hudson community events, including Hudson High School Homecoming on September 18th; and all Hawks games on September 19th. 

We will have clearly marked donation drop-off locations at the stadiums during these events, making it easy for families to bring and donate their items. Donations can also be dropped off at designated local HPP Philanthropy Board members’ homes for added convenience. 

 

Parent Information

Toys at School:  Please refrain from having your child bring toys to school - unless it is for a theme day for your child’s class (aka PJ/Stuffy Day).  Toys like Pokemon cards have caused some distractions in our classrooms during instruction.  Thank you, in advance, for discussing this with your child(ren) and for your assistance with this matter!

Cell Phone and Wearable Policy: At Hudson City Schools, we are committed to protecting the integrity of our students’ instructional day. Academic success, personal growth, and genuine connection with others flourish best when students are fully present in their learning environment. To support this vision, the following is our PreK-5 approach to cell phone use that encourages focus, reduces distractions, and promotes healthy habits around technology. 

PreK–5 (McDowell, Ellsworth Hill & East Woods Intermediate) Student cell phone use during the school day is not permitted. Smartwatches and phones must be put in either student lockers or in student bookbags.  They may not be used during the school day.

Sign IN/Sign OUT procedure: To help parents with signing in or out your students, we have moved to a Google Form via a QR Code. Parents should bring their ID and phone when signing in/out students. Parents, we ask that you complete the form before the student can be released.

ParentSquare: Updating Your Contact Information

Now that ParentSquare is up and running, some families have tried to update their email address or phone number in the app. Here’s what to know: ParentSquare syncs contact information (phone numbers, email addresses) directly from our student information system (HAC). Changes made in ParentSquare will not save.

To update your contact information, please log in to Home Access Center (HAC) and make your changes there. Updates will appear in ParentSquare by the next school day. Need help with your HAC login? Check out this guide, or contact the Hudson City Schools’ Help Desk at 330-653-1400 or helpdesk@hudson.k12.oh.us.

You can manage how you receive messages from us directly in ParentSquare. Under your name, select Preferences to choose email, text, or app notifications, and decide if you’d like messages as they arrive or in a daily digest.

NOTE: Some teachers, especially in the younger grades, use a separate classroom communication tool for daily updates. If you hear from your child’s teacher on a platform outside of ParentSquare, that is expected.

HCSD Attendance Policy for the 2026-2027

 

        Ellsworth Hill Fall 2026 Guidance Newsletter

  

  Due to updates to Raptor security system, you MUST bring your driver’s license to scan to enter the building each time you visit.

      Is your child sick? When To Stay Home Flyer

      Health Guidelines for School Attendance

2026-2027 SUPPLY LISTS:  Ellsworth Hill Elementary School Supply List

NUTRITION SERVICES:  MENU BELOW for EH and MCD   

Be sure to keep your students' lunch balance current. Pay Schools Central  

Nutrition Services: Ellsworth Hill will be serving breakfast and lunch this year. Breakfast rates are: $1.75 or $2.00 per meal. Lunch is $3.25.

Please follow this Free and Reduced Lunch for an application for free/reduced lunch. Our nutrition program is no longer universally free. To place money in your child's account, follow this link Pay Schools Central

Birthday Treat Guidelines Click Here

Safe Snack List

Ellsworth Hill Daily Schedule:

Students’ School Day Begins:

• 8:45 AM 1st bell rings. Students begin entering the building & report to classrooms.
• 9:00 AM School begins for all students. Tardy bell rings. Students should be in their classrooms.  Please make every effort to have your student here on time. 

Dismissal:

• 3:41 PM Walkers and bike riders are dismissed to the playground.
• 3:42 PM Car riders are dismissed to the gym and exit to the playground.
• 3:45 PM Bus riders are called over the PA in order of arrival and dismissed to the bus lot.

♦♦ Parent Pick-Up Reminder: Please display the car rider sign with your child's name on it in the front window/passenger side of your car. LEAVE your sign in your window until your child is in the car with you. If you need a sign please let the classroom teacher know and one can be sent home.