☕✨ Haas Hot Cocoa Hop Reminder – Only ONE Week Away! ✨☕
Our December PAWS Celebration—the Haas Hot Cocoa Hop—is just one week away! If you’re able to donate supplies or volunteer your time, please take a moment to review our SignUpGenius below. Your support helps make this celebration extra special for our Wolves!
🗓 Donation Deadline: Please have all donations delivered to the Elementary Office by Wednesday, December 17th.
📞 Volunteers: Volunteers must have a background check on file for the 25–26 school year.
Thank you for helping us create a fun and festive Hot Cocoa Hop for our students! 💚🐾
Sign Up Here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A044CA4A829A3FC1-60831708-haas#/
Our December PAWS Celebration—the Haas Hot Cocoa Hop—is just one week away! If you’re able to donate supplies or volunteer your time, please take a moment to review our SignUpGenius below. Your support helps make this celebration extra special for our Wolves!
🗓 Donation Deadline: Please have all donations delivered to the Elementary Office by Wednesday, December 17th.
📞 Volunteers: Volunteers must have a background check on file for the 25–26 school year.
Thank you for helping us create a fun and festive Hot Cocoa Hop for our students! 💚🐾
Sign Up Here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A044CA4A829A3FC1-60831708-haas#/
🎄 Parents’ Secret Santa Escape Night! 🎁
Need a little time to wrap gifts, shop without little eyes watching, or simply enjoy an hour of peace? PTO has you covered!
Join us Saturday, December 13, 2025, for a fun-filled drop-off evening at the Genesee High School Gymnasium from 4:00–8:00 PM. Students will enjoy bounce houses, games, basketball, movies, arts & crafts, and more—while parents enjoy some well-deserved holiday freedom!
Cost: $20 per student
Includes: Pizza, water, and a snack
RSVP & Payment: Originally due today, but due to yesterday’s snow day we will now accept cash and permission slips through tomorrow, Friday, December 12.
📄 Permission slips were sent home last week.
Please return the completed slip with your cash payment by tomorrow.
⚠️ No refunds will be issued.
Let PTO provide the fun while you finish holiday prep—or simply enjoy a latte in peace. 🎁☕
We hope your child can join us! 💚🐺
🎄 Parents’ Secret Santa Escape Night! 🎁
Need a little time to wrap gifts, get some shopping done without little eyes watching, or simply sit in silence for an hour? PTO has the perfect solution!
On Saturday, December 13, 2025, all Genesee students are invited to a fun-filled drop-off evening at the Genesee High School Gymnasium from 4:00–8:00 PM. Students will enjoy bounce houses, games, basketball, movies, arts and crafts, and more—while parents enjoy some holiday freedom!
Cost: $20 per student
Includes: Pizza, water, and a snack
RSVP & Payment Due: Thursday, December 11
📄 Permission slips were sent home last week.
Please return completed slips with your cash payment by the due date.
No refunds will be issued after December 11.
Let PTO provide the fun while you take care of the shopping—or simply enjoy a latte in peace. 🎁☕
We hope your child can join us! 💚🐺
Need a little time to wrap gifts, get some shopping done without little eyes watching, or simply sit in silence for an hour? PTO has the perfect solution!
On Saturday, December 13, 2025, all Genesee students are invited to a fun-filled drop-off evening at the Genesee High School Gymnasium from 4:00–8:00 PM. Students will enjoy bounce houses, games, basketball, movies, arts and crafts, and more—while parents enjoy some holiday freedom!
Cost: $20 per student
Includes: Pizza, water, and a snack
RSVP & Payment Due: Thursday, December 11
📄 Permission slips were sent home last week.
Please return completed slips with your cash payment by the due date.
No refunds will be issued after December 11.
Let PTO provide the fun while you take care of the shopping—or simply enjoy a latte in peace. 🎁☕
We hope your child can join us! 💚🐺
🎄Genesee Giving Tree – Now Live! 🎄
Genesee is once again hosting our Annual Giving Tree! This gift-giving program helps support families in the Genesee School District who may need a little extra help this holiday season.
️How to Give:
Donors can select one or multiple items from our SignUpGenius link below to purchase. If you’re interested in sponsoring an entire family, please contact Amanda Johnston at ajohnston@geneseeschools.org
or (810) 591-8037.
Gift Drop-Off Details:
Please leave all gifts unwrapped
Clearly label each gift with the family letter and student number (Example: Family A3)
Drop off at the Elementary Office
Deadline: Friday, December 19th by 3:00 PM
Thank you for helping us make the holidays magical for our Wolves families!
SignUpGenius:
https://m.signupgenius.com/?fbclid=IwVERDUAOju_hleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEesboQgF2yDACxnoAfmZBverBMsDnSWO9AVgTXGwk1nCzrhIrW5OPBg8iDz4U_aem_X11cVKhN6fwx75gjXTc41g#!/showSignUp/8050D49AAAE29A1FD0-60906813-giving
Genesee is once again hosting our Annual Giving Tree! This gift-giving program helps support families in the Genesee School District who may need a little extra help this holiday season.
️How to Give:
Donors can select one or multiple items from our SignUpGenius link below to purchase. If you’re interested in sponsoring an entire family, please contact Amanda Johnston at ajohnston@geneseeschools.org
or (810) 591-8037.
Gift Drop-Off Details:
Please leave all gifts unwrapped
Clearly label each gift with the family letter and student number (Example: Family A3)
Drop off at the Elementary Office
Deadline: Friday, December 19th by 3:00 PM
Thank you for helping us make the holidays magical for our Wolves families!
SignUpGenius:
https://m.signupgenius.com/?fbclid=IwVERDUAOju_hleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEesboQgF2yDACxnoAfmZBverBMsDnSWO9AVgTXGwk1nCzrhIrW5OPBg8iDz4U_aem_X11cVKhN6fwx75gjXTc41g#!/showSignUp/8050D49AAAE29A1FD0-60906813-giving
🎄✨ Haas Holiday Spirit Days kick off tomorrow! ✨🎄
Tomorrow is Spirit of the Season Day — students can wear red & green to kick off our holiday celebration! ❤️💚
We are also still in need of donations and volunteers for our December PAWS Celebration — Haas Hot Cocoa Day! 🍫☕️
If you’d like to donate items or volunteer your time, please sign up using the link below.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A044CA4A829A3FC1-60831708-haas
Thank you for always supporting Haas and helping make this season extra special! 💚🐺🎁
Haas Families, this is a friendly reminder that our Haas Holiday Dress-Up Days begin Monday! We can’t wait to see the festive outfits, school spirit, and creativity from our Wolves!
Please continue to check our Haas Family Newsletter throughout December, as additional information and updates has been added regularly. https://app.smore.com/n/dqr7z
Thank you for staying connected and celebrating with us—’tis the season! 💚✨
Please continue to check our Haas Family Newsletter throughout December, as additional information and updates has been added regularly. https://app.smore.com/n/dqr7z
Thank you for staying connected and celebrating with us—’tis the season! 💚✨
Dear Haas Families,
We are excited to begin planning our annual December PAWS Celebration — the Haas Hot Cocoa Hop! This is truly one of the best days of the school year, and it wouldn’t be possible without the generosity and support of our families.
Your donations help make this celebration fun, festive, and memorable for our amazing students who consistently show PAWS behavior. Students will be dancing, celebrating, and sipping delicious hot cocoa as we recognize their positive choices and school pride.
Please consider donating to support this special event. All donations should be turned in to the main office by Wednesday, December 17th.
If you plan to volunteer at the event, please be sure you have an up-to-date volunteer form on file before the celebration.
Thank you for helping us celebrate our Haas Wolves and for being such a supportive school community. We truly couldn’t do this without you!
Warmly,
The HAAS PBIS Team
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A044CA4A829A3FC1-60831708-haas
We are excited to begin planning our annual December PAWS Celebration — the Haas Hot Cocoa Hop! This is truly one of the best days of the school year, and it wouldn’t be possible without the generosity and support of our families.
Your donations help make this celebration fun, festive, and memorable for our amazing students who consistently show PAWS behavior. Students will be dancing, celebrating, and sipping delicious hot cocoa as we recognize their positive choices and school pride.
Please consider donating to support this special event. All donations should be turned in to the main office by Wednesday, December 17th.
If you plan to volunteer at the event, please be sure you have an up-to-date volunteer form on file before the celebration.
Thank you for helping us celebrate our Haas Wolves and for being such a supportive school community. We truly couldn’t do this without you!
Warmly,
The HAAS PBIS Team
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A044CA4A829A3FC1-60831708-haas
💚🐺 Haas Elementary Spirit Wear — On Sale Now! 🐺💚
Our PTO Spirit Wear Sale is still open through Monday, December 30th!
If you’re looking for the perfect holiday gift, all orders placed by the deadline will arrive before Christmas. 🎄🎁
We’ve got T-shirts, hoodies, long sleeves, and more — all in Wolves gear your students will love!
🗓 Order Deadlines & Pick-Up/Shipping Dates
• Orders placed Nov. 17–30 → Ready the week of Dec. 14
🛒 Shop Here:
https://kcspecialts.com/collections/genesee-wolves
Thank you for supporting our Haas PTO and showing your Wolves pride! 💚🐾
Our PTO Spirit Wear Sale is still open through Monday, December 30th!
If you’re looking for the perfect holiday gift, all orders placed by the deadline will arrive before Christmas. 🎄🎁
We’ve got T-shirts, hoodies, long sleeves, and more — all in Wolves gear your students will love!
🗓 Order Deadlines & Pick-Up/Shipping Dates
• Orders placed Nov. 17–30 → Ready the week of Dec. 14
🛒 Shop Here:
https://kcspecialts.com/collections/genesee-wolves
Thank you for supporting our Haas PTO and showing your Wolves pride! 💚🐾
📬 December Haas Elementary Family Newsletter
Our December Family Newsletter is now live! 🎉
You can read it here: https://secure.smore.com/n/dqr7z
Please remember to check back throughout the month, as I will continue adding important updates, reminders, and event information as I receive it. This helps make sure everyone stays connected and informed during this busy time of year!
Wishing all of our Haas families a warm, peaceful, and Happy Thanksgiving. 🦃💛
We look forward to seeing our students back at school on Monday, December 1st!
💚🐾
Mrs. Cummings
Our December Family Newsletter is now live! 🎉
You can read it here: https://secure.smore.com/n/dqr7z
Please remember to check back throughout the month, as I will continue adding important updates, reminders, and event information as I receive it. This helps make sure everyone stays connected and informed during this busy time of year!
Wishing all of our Haas families a warm, peaceful, and Happy Thanksgiving. 🦃💛
We look forward to seeing our students back at school on Monday, December 1st!
💚🐾
Mrs. Cummings
🦃💚 Thanksgiving Break Reminder! 💚🦃
Families, just a quick note to help everyone plan ahead!
We DO have school on Monday and Tuesday next week, and we look forward to seeing all of our Wolves here to finish out the week strong before the holiday. 💪🐺
There will be NO SCHOOL Wednesday, November 26 through Friday, November 28 for Thanksgiving Break. School will resume on Monday, December 1.
We hope you all enjoy a safe, relaxing holiday with family and friends. We are grateful for our amazing Haas community! 🍁🤍
Families, just a quick note to help everyone plan ahead!
We DO have school on Monday and Tuesday next week, and we look forward to seeing all of our Wolves here to finish out the week strong before the holiday. 💪🐺
There will be NO SCHOOL Wednesday, November 26 through Friday, November 28 for Thanksgiving Break. School will resume on Monday, December 1.
We hope you all enjoy a safe, relaxing holiday with family and friends. We are grateful for our amazing Haas community! 🍁🤍
🏐 Genesee Volleyball Clinic – Join the Fun! 🐺💜
We’re excited to share that Genesee Volleyball is hosting a clinic for students in grades K–6 on Sunday, November 23, 2025, from 1:00–2:30 PM in the Genesee High School Gym.
The cost is $5 per child, and this is a great opportunity for our young Wolves to learn new skills, stay active, and have fun with friends!
This event will occur monthly, and future dates will be posted on the Genesee Wolves Volleyball Facebook Page.
We hope to see lots of our Wolves there! 💚🐾
We’re excited to share that Genesee Volleyball is hosting a clinic for students in grades K–6 on Sunday, November 23, 2025, from 1:00–2:30 PM in the Genesee High School Gym.
The cost is $5 per child, and this is a great opportunity for our young Wolves to learn new skills, stay active, and have fun with friends!
This event will occur monthly, and future dates will be posted on the Genesee Wolves Volleyball Facebook Page.
We hope to see lots of our Wolves there! 💚🐾
📣❄️ WINTER FANTASY HOLIDAY CONCERT DETAILS ❄️📣
🎶 Presented by Jack P. Haas Elementary 🎶
💚 We are so excited to welcome you to our Winter Fantasy Holiday Music Concert on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, with performances at:
🕤 9:30 AM
🕐 1:15 PM
📍 Held in the Junior High Gym
🚪 Enter and exit ONLY through the outside Junior High Gym Doors
To ensure we have space for everyone:
👉 Please attend only one performance
🧒 All Kindergarten–5th grade students will be performing
🎩 Students should dress their best for the occasion
⏰ Doors open 30 minutes before each showtime, and we will begin promptly
🚫 Please note:
Hallways and restrooms will not be available to visitors
Late entry may not be permitted once the performance begins
We can’t wait to see you there as our Wolves share some holiday cheer! 🐾🎄🎶
🎶 Presented by Jack P. Haas Elementary 🎶
💚 We are so excited to welcome you to our Winter Fantasy Holiday Music Concert on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, with performances at:
🕤 9:30 AM
🕐 1:15 PM
📍 Held in the Junior High Gym
🚪 Enter and exit ONLY through the outside Junior High Gym Doors
To ensure we have space for everyone:
👉 Please attend only one performance
🧒 All Kindergarten–5th grade students will be performing
🎩 Students should dress their best for the occasion
⏰ Doors open 30 minutes before each showtime, and we will begin promptly
🚫 Please note:
Hallways and restrooms will not be available to visitors
Late entry may not be permitted once the performance begins
We can’t wait to see you there as our Wolves share some holiday cheer! 🐾🎄🎶
📬 Friendly Reminder for Haas Families
Please remember to check our Haas Elementary Family Newsletter throughout the month! I continue to add updates, reminders, and important information as it becomes available.
You can always access the newsletter here:
https://secure.smore.com/n/4jcgh8
Thank you for staying connected and informed! 💚🐺
Please remember to check our Haas Elementary Family Newsletter throughout the month! I continue to add updates, reminders, and important information as it becomes available.
You can always access the newsletter here:
https://secure.smore.com/n/4jcgh8
Thank you for staying connected and informed! 💚🐺
💚🐺 Haas Elementary Spirit Wear Is On Sale Now! 🐺💚
Get your Wolves gear just in time for the holidays!
🗓 Order Deadlines & Pick-Up/Shipping Dates:
• Orders placed through Nov. 16 → Ready the week of Nov. 30
• Orders placed Nov. 17–30 → Ready the week of Dec. 14
We’ve got T-shirts, hoodies, and long sleeves—perfect Christmas gifts! 🎄💚
🛒 Shop here: https://kcspecialts.com/collections/genesee-wolves
Thank you for supporting Haas Elementary PTO!
Get your Wolves gear just in time for the holidays!
🗓 Order Deadlines & Pick-Up/Shipping Dates:
• Orders placed through Nov. 16 → Ready the week of Nov. 30
• Orders placed Nov. 17–30 → Ready the week of Dec. 14
We’ve got T-shirts, hoodies, and long sleeves—perfect Christmas gifts! 🎄💚
🛒 Shop here: https://kcspecialts.com/collections/genesee-wolves
Thank you for supporting Haas Elementary PTO!
📣 Texas Roadhouse Gift Card FUNdraiser! 🥳🥩
We are excited to kick off our Texas Roadhouse gift card fundraiser! Packets will be going home with students tomorrow, so be sure to check backpacks! 🎒✨
This is a prepaid fundraiser, and Haas Elementary will earn 10% of all gift card sales. Gift cards make the perfect holiday gift — and students can earn fun prizes for participating! 🎁⭐️
🗓️ Selling period: Now – December 1st
💵 Gift card amounts available: $10, $25, $50, $75, $100
🏆 Prizes for top sellers + class rewards!
Thank you for supporting Haas Elementary PTO and our students — we appreciate you! 💚🐺
We are excited to kick off our Texas Roadhouse gift card fundraiser! Packets will be going home with students tomorrow, so be sure to check backpacks! 🎒✨
This is a prepaid fundraiser, and Haas Elementary will earn 10% of all gift card sales. Gift cards make the perfect holiday gift — and students can earn fun prizes for participating! 🎁⭐️
🗓️ Selling period: Now – December 1st
💵 Gift card amounts available: $10, $25, $50, $75, $100
🏆 Prizes for top sellers + class rewards!
Thank you for supporting Haas Elementary PTO and our students — we appreciate you! 💚🐺
Genesee Schools Holiday Food Drive
We are excited to participate in the annual Genesee Schools Holiday Food Drive from November 3rd through November 14th. This is a wonderful opportunity for our Wolves to help make a difference right here in our community.
We are hoping to collect 100 of each of the following items:
8 oz instant mashed potatoes (family size)
19 oz Kool-Aid or lemonade powder
12 oz turkey gravy (cans or jars)
12-count dinner rolls (frozen or fresh)
14.5 oz can of green beans
14.5 oz can of corn
6 oz box of stuffing mix
Macaroni and cheese
All donations can be sent to school with your child or dropped off in the main office.
These items will be distributed to families in need throughout the holiday season.
Thank you for helping us support our Genesee community. Together, we can make a meaningful impact for families this holiday season.
If you have any questions, please email JAlexander@geneseeschools.org
We are excited to participate in the annual Genesee Schools Holiday Food Drive from November 3rd through November 14th. This is a wonderful opportunity for our Wolves to help make a difference right here in our community.
We are hoping to collect 100 of each of the following items:
8 oz instant mashed potatoes (family size)
19 oz Kool-Aid or lemonade powder
12 oz turkey gravy (cans or jars)
12-count dinner rolls (frozen or fresh)
14.5 oz can of green beans
14.5 oz can of corn
6 oz box of stuffing mix
Macaroni and cheese
All donations can be sent to school with your child or dropped off in the main office.
These items will be distributed to families in need throughout the holiday season.
Thank you for helping us support our Genesee community. Together, we can make a meaningful impact for families this holiday season.
If you have any questions, please email JAlexander@geneseeschools.org
Hello Haas Families,
It came to our attention that there was an error on the printed calendar handed out at Open House. Please use the link below to view the correct and updated calendar:
✅ Correct 2025–2026 Calendar:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1nt4OIzE5te_FQs1UJ8TEQQM5fJ-MosUGevLpRKnyAIQ/edit?usp=drivesdk
As a reminder, we DO have school tomorrow.
🐾 Haas Elementary Dismissal: 11:45 AM
🐾 Genesee Junior High & High School Dismissal: 11:00 AM
Thank you for your understanding and for always partnering with us. Go Wolves! 💚🐺
📋 Attention Haas Families—Quick PBIS Survey Reminder!
We’d love your feedback to help strengthen our PBIS program. You can complete the short PBIS Family Survey online using the link below, or fill it out in person today during Parent-Teacher Conferences (Thursday, November 6) from 1:30–6:00 PM in Room 320.
As a thank-you, each participating adult will be entered into a drawing for a $50 gas gift card. The drawing will take place today during conferences.
After completing the survey, please share a quick screenshot with Amanda Johnston at ajohnston@geneseeschools.org or send it to her on Remind.
Thank you for supporting our Wolves! 💚🐺
Survey link: https://assessment.pbisapps.org/Anon/xI820E1M4m0
📸 Haas Picture Retake Day 📸
Haas Picture Retake Day is Thursday, November 6th!
Missed Picture Day?
If your student was absent on the original picture day, they will have their photo taken during retakes.
Want a Retake?
Please send back the picture package you received if you’d like your child’s photo retaken.
💵 Payment Options:
You can pay online at mylifetouch.com using Picture Day ID: EVTRRRC3H, or send payment with your child on retake day.
✨ Save 10% OFF your order with code: F2510OFF
📝 Order Forms:
Paper order forms are also available in the Haas Office if needed.
We can’t wait to see those big smiles! 💚🐾
Haas Picture Retake Day is Thursday, November 6th!
Missed Picture Day?
If your student was absent on the original picture day, they will have their photo taken during retakes.
Want a Retake?
Please send back the picture package you received if you’d like your child’s photo retaken.
💵 Payment Options:
You can pay online at mylifetouch.com using Picture Day ID: EVTRRRC3H, or send payment with your child on retake day.
✨ Save 10% OFF your order with code: F2510OFF
📝 Order Forms:
Paper order forms are also available in the Haas Office if needed.
We can’t wait to see those big smiles! 💚🐾
📋Attention Haas Families: We’d love your feedback!
Take our short PBIS Family Survey using the link below. Each adult gets one entry per family. After you finish, send a screenshot to ajohnston@geneseeschools.org or via Remind to Amanda Johnston to to be entered into a $50 gas gift card raffle. The winner will be announced on Thursday, November 6 during Parent-Teacher Conferences. You can also stop by Room 320 on Thursday during conferences to fill out the survey in person.
Thank you for supporting our Wolves and helping us make our PBIS program even stronger! 💚🐺
https://assessment.pbisapps.org/Anon/xI820E1M4m0
Take our short PBIS Family Survey using the link below. Each adult gets one entry per family. After you finish, send a screenshot to ajohnston@geneseeschools.org or via Remind to Amanda Johnston to to be entered into a $50 gas gift card raffle. The winner will be announced on Thursday, November 6 during Parent-Teacher Conferences. You can also stop by Room 320 on Thursday during conferences to fill out the survey in person.
Thank you for supporting our Wolves and helping us make our PBIS program even stronger! 💚🐺
https://assessment.pbisapps.org/Anon/xI820E1M4m0
