Little Cougars Elementary Wrestling K-6 ! please see the attached flyers for practice information, times, and forms.

Dear Hazleton Area Students, Families, & Friends!
Homecoming is a time to celebrate our students, our schools, and the Cougar pride that brings our community together—and the Hazleton Area Spirit Store is joining the celebration with a special sale!
Beginning today at 4:00 p.m. and continuing through Sunday, October 18, enjoy 20% off ALL items!
As an added bonus, receive a FREE Cougars Seat Cushion with any purchase over $40, while supplies last. It’s the perfect addition for cheering on our Cougars from the stands!
Whether you’re looking for something to wear on spirit days, gear for the next game, or a gift for a fellow Cougar fan, stop in and take advantage of these Homecoming savings.
Visit us inside the Laurel Mall during our regular store hours:
• Thursday and Friday: 4:00–7:00 p.m.
• Saturday and Sunday: 1:00–4:00 p.m.
Thank you for the pride and enthusiasm you bring to Hazleton Area every day. We hope you’ll stop by, share the news with family and friends, and help us celebrate Homecoming in Cougar style!
Go Cougars!

Attention: All Students in grades 4-12! Are you interested in playing an instrument in your school band? Now is your chance to learn and participate! There will be two upcoming instrument rental nights to talk about playing in band and how to acquire an instrument.
Come on out on Tuesday, September 22 at Maple Manor Elementary at 6pm or Thursday, September 24 at Valley Elementary at 6pm.
For more information and any questions, please contact the band teacher at your child’s school. *Please note, students at Drums and Freeland will have a separate rental night in January, with lessons starting then. *
Arts and Humanities High School-Mrs. Rettger, rettgerh@hasdk12.org
Cyber Academy-Mr. Stefanik, stefanikj@hasdk12.org
Hazleton Elementary/Middle-Mr. Stefanko, stefankoj@hasdk12.org
McAdoo-Kelayres Elementary/Middle-Mrs. Shafer, shaferj02@hasdk12.org
Heights-Terrace, Maple Manor, and West Hazleton Elementary/Middle-Mrs. Graham, grahama@hasdk12.org
Valley Elementary/Middle-Mr. Fadden, faddent@hasdk12.org

The Hazleton Area School District is currently seeking applications, letters of interest and resumes for Paraprofessional 6.5hrs/ day – District Wide. If this sounds like the perfect fit for you, apply online at https://hazleton.schoolspring.com/

Dear Hazleton Area School District Families,
We are pleased to partner with Mericle Surplus Giving to provide a free clothing distribution event for our families and community members.
Location: Hazleton Area Career Center Cafeteria
Dates & Times: Tuesday, August 25 | 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. & Wednesday, August 26 | 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
This event will offer a variety of clothing items at no cost.
Items available, while supplies last Please note that quantities, sizes, and selections will vary and are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

We extend our sincere appreciation to Mericle Surplus Giving and everyone involved in making this opportunity available to our families. We encourage anyone who may benefit from this event to stop by and shop at no cost.
We look forward to seeing you there.

TENNIS ANYONE? Girls in 9th-12th who are interested in playing on the team this fall are invited to information sessions at HAHS Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday this week at noon.
All abilities are welcome.
If you are interested and unable to attend the sessions, please email roslevegea@hasdk12.org
for more information about practice times.
If you still need to fill out the CIPPE/ATS paperwork here is the link https://www.hasdk12.org/page/announcements-athletics

Parking permits for HAHS, HACC and HAAS, HAAH students will be sold at the high school on August 24th, 25th, and 26th from 9am-11:30am. Applications can be found on the district website homepage. Cost is $5 and must be paid by check or money order. Refer to packet for instructions.

Pre-order your bouquets here https://www.thecommencementgroup.com/hahs/ and pick up at graduation!

Students hosted their annual color run. Students pictured raised $100 or more for their school and got to participate in the VIP color blast to culminate the day's activities. A very big thank you to all of the adults, faculty, parents, and volunteers who helped make the color run successful, and a super shout out to all of the families and students who donated to this special day!

On Friday, May 15, multiple band students from Arts and Humanities, Heights Terrace, West Hazleton, Maple Manor, Valley, Freeland, Drums, and McAdoo were selected to perform in the PMEA District 9 Band Festival held at Riverside High School. They practiced all day and put on a concert in the evening. They performed with students from 30 other schools in Northeast PA. Congratulations to all students involved!

Students in Mrs. Kozlek's Web and Digital Design class had the opportunity to learn and engage with our District Webmaster and Digital Content Specialist. They gained a firsthand look at real- world applications of web designs and technology, exploring career pathways, day-to-day responsibilities, and what it really means to work in this fast-growing field!

Help ensure all children in the Hazleton Area have access to summer meals
Many children in the United States don’t have access to foods needed to thrive. Kids that miss out on proper nutrition during the summer are more likely to experience learning loss and develop long-term health consequences. The Seamless Summer Food Service Program is about serving kids across the community free lunch all summer long when they do not have access to school lunch. The program provides free, nutritious meals to children 18 years of age and under at approved sites in areas with high concentrations of low-income children.
We are asking for your help in spreading the word that meals will be available through the Hazleton Area School District from June 15, 2026-August 6, 2026. There will be no program on July 4, 2024. If you know of any locations that may be willing to operate as a site, please reach out to the Food Service Department at any time.

The Hazleton Area High School Instrumental & Vocal Music Programs will be presenting a POPS CONCERT on MAY 5 (Tuesday) at 7:00 PM in the HAHS Auditorium!
$5 Admission (cash only)
Featuring music from popular artists, bands, and movies!

Attention parents, guardians, and seniors,
Time to buy a yearbook is running out! To purchase this year's yearbook, please visit https://ybpay.lifetouch.com/Order/SelectJob and use the code 14294226. The due date to purchase one is currently June 5. Don't miss out on your chance to get this year's yearbook!

Order your class of 2026 senior yard signs!! Orders are due April 26th and $20 per sign. Scan the QR code or follow the link to order!
https://center-city-print.printavo.com/merch/hasd-class-of-2026-yard-signs

HASD YOUTH FIELD HOCKEY CLINIC
The 21st annual field hockey clinic is set for 2026
This is an opportunity for girls who have never played to learn this exciting sport, the basic skills and small game play on a turf field!
Participants: Girls currently in 3rd-7th grade who are interested in playing field hockey (no prior experience is necessary). Each session will include instruction and drills followed by small team games.
Dates: Mondays and Wednesdays beginning May 11th through June 3rd
Times: 5:30 to 7:00 PM
Location: Harman Geist Stadium (175 N. Wyoming St. Hazleton, PA 18201)
Cost: FREE No charge to participate
Equipment needed: Hockey stick, ball, mouthguard and shinguards
Deadline for registration is May 7th
For more information and registration forms contact:
MARY KELLY
HAZLETON AREA HEAD FIELD HOCKEY COACH at:
marykellypt@yahoo.com