Dear Hershey Panther Families and Friends,
Click the link to access the📬 Panther Pulse – Elementary Newsletter: 🍀March 2026 Edition
📬 What’s Inside This Month’s Newsletter:
Marching Into Spring: A Message from Mr. Thomsen
Mark Your Calendar – Important Dates Ahead
Spring in the Air: Outdoor Recess Guidelines
Spring Into Success: End-of-Year Assessment Information
MOJO Challenge & Spring Testing Pep Rally
Celebrating Our February Student of the Month
February Classroom Nominees – ROAR in Action
Parent-Teacher Conferences – Sign Up Today
Read Across America Week at HPS
HELP Club Carnival & Silent Auction
Round of Applause – Thank You to Our Supporters
Lincoln County Spelling Bee Results
Panther Branch – Start Saving Today
The Importance of Regular Attendance
Instructional Day & Dismissal Reminders
As March arrives, we welcome the season of renewal, growth, and fresh beginnings. The days grow longer, the sunshine feels a little warmer, and signs of spring begin to bloom all around us. This month reminds us that change can be beautiful, and just like nature, our students continue to grow, learn, and thrive with each passing day.
March also brings exciting opportunities for celebration and reflection. From Read Across America Week to St. Patrick’s Day, we embrace moments that spark curiosity and joy in learning. As we shift toward the final stretch of the school year, it’s incredible to see how far our students have come—both academically and personally. Their hard work and perseverance continue to inspire us, and we look forward to watching them finish the year strong.
Spring is also a time of renewal for our school community. It’s a season to embrace new goals, fresh perspectives, and positive momentum. Whether through acts of kindness, a renewed focus on learning, or simply enjoying the energy that spring brings, let’s continue to support and uplift one another.
Here’s to a fantastic March filled with growth, excitement, and new possibilities! Thank you for your continued partnership in helping our students succeed. Go Panthers!
Jared Thomsen
Elementary Principal
đź“ž (308) 368-5572
📧 jared.thomsen@hpspanthers.org
Empowering All Students to Reach Their Full Potential.
"Learn, Grow, Thrive - Hershey Public Schools"