Today our Hardin Northern Caps and Crayons program carried on the Thanksgiving celebration in the best way. Our seniors visited their kindergarten buddies and shared the book Turkey Trouble.🦃📖 After the story, everyone jumped into a fun craft where they helped their buddy disguise their turkey—just like in the book.
The groups then headed to lunch together, giving the seniors and kindergarteners time to sit, talk, and enjoy each other’s company. This program continues to be such a heartwarming tradition. One that strengthens connections, builds friendships, and reminds us what makes Hardin Northern so special!
The groups then headed to lunch together, giving the seniors and kindergarteners time to sit, talk, and enjoy each other’s company. This program continues to be such a heartwarming tradition. One that strengthens connections, builds friendships, and reminds us what makes Hardin Northern so special!
Huge Congratulations to Hardin Northern Elementary!
We're absolutely thrilled to announce that Hardin Northern Elementary has once again been recognized as a top school by the U.S. News & World Report!
This outstanding achievement places us in the Top 20% in the entire state of Ohio!
This honor is a testament to the incredible work ethic, dedication, and passion demonstrated every day:
-To Our Teachers: Thank you for your unwavering commitment to providing an exceptional learning environment and going above and beyond for every student.
-To Our Support Staff: We appreciate your tireless efforts behind the scenes that keep our school running smoothly and successfully.
-To Our Amazing Students: We are so proud of your hard work, curiosity, and persistence! This award is a direct reflection of your drive to learn and grow.
Way to go, Polar Bears! Let's continue to aim high and achieve great things together!
We're absolutely thrilled to announce that Hardin Northern Elementary has once again been recognized as a top school by the U.S. News & World Report!
This outstanding achievement places us in the Top 20% in the entire state of Ohio!
This honor is a testament to the incredible work ethic, dedication, and passion demonstrated every day:
-To Our Teachers: Thank you for your unwavering commitment to providing an exceptional learning environment and going above and beyond for every student.
-To Our Support Staff: We appreciate your tireless efforts behind the scenes that keep our school running smoothly and successfully.
-To Our Amazing Students: We are so proud of your hard work, curiosity, and persistence! This award is a direct reflection of your drive to learn and grow.
Way to go, Polar Bears! Let's continue to aim high and achieve great things together!
The fourth grade was full of smiles today as they practiced some of the rules of using water color and discussed positive and negative space. The painted Gratitude Trees for the upcoming holiday. 🦃
Second grade had a sweet day! After reading The Humble Pie by Jory John, we explored what it means to be humble, identified problems and solutions, and wrapped it all up with an apple vs. pumpkin pie taste test. Students shared their opinions in writing — with lots of delicious inspiration!
Motivation Monday!
“Hard work beats talent when talent doesn’t work hard.”
You don’t need to be the most gifted-you just need to be the most determined. Bears, outwork your obstacles. Show up. Hustle. That effort will set you apart more than talent alone ever could. Have a great week!
“Hard work beats talent when talent doesn’t work hard.”
You don’t need to be the most gifted-you just need to be the most determined. Bears, outwork your obstacles. Show up. Hustle. That effort will set you apart more than talent alone ever could. Have a great week!
Mrs. Breece’s Fall Card Club delivered 41 handmade cards to residents at Vancrest of Ada. Club members took time to write personalized letters and get crafty to make beautiful, autumn-themed greeting cards. What a great experience for both students and residents!
Thanksgiving Break Schedule
Good luck, Bears!🏀
The fourth graders had the pleasure of hosting Miss Lainey Thomas as a student observer for her Introduction to Education class offered right here at HN! The kids loved their time with Lainey and appreciated her help!
Throwback Thursday!
Today’s throwback takes us back to 1952, featuring the Orange Peel staff from the yearbook!
Their mission? To give readers accurate monthly coverage of school news and events. From sports and music to class activities and interviews with students and teachers. A true look at student journalism in action!
Back then, they were the Panthers for the Dola School, but today our Journalism class carries on the tradition of telling the Polar Bear story.
Today’s throwback takes us back to 1952, featuring the Orange Peel staff from the yearbook!
Their mission? To give readers accurate monthly coverage of school news and events. From sports and music to class activities and interviews with students and teachers. A true look at student journalism in action!
Back then, they were the Panthers for the Dola School, but today our Journalism class carries on the tradition of telling the Polar Bear story.
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Community walk this Saturday!
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Today, students attended the Hardin County Elks Teens of the Month luncheon, recognizing the outstanding October and November selections.
Congratulations to our Hardin Northern honorees:
-October HN Teen of the Month: Riley Newton
- November HN Teen of the Month: Izabelle Morrison
Also, congratulations to Alex Gatchel (November) and Lainey Thomas (October), who will be acknowledged at the next Elks luncheon.
We are incredibly proud of their hard work, leadership, and dedication! Great job to all of our Polar Bears
Congratulations to our Hardin Northern honorees:
-October HN Teen of the Month: Riley Newton
- November HN Teen of the Month: Izabelle Morrison
Also, congratulations to Alex Gatchel (November) and Lainey Thomas (October), who will be acknowledged at the next Elks luncheon.
We are incredibly proud of their hard work, leadership, and dedication! Great job to all of our Polar Bears
Congratulations Izabelle & Alex!
Reminder! Please plan to pick up your items tomorrow!
The Hardin Northern High School Football Cheerleaders celebrated their Awards Night. Congratulations to all of our special award winners.
Best Overall Cheerleader-Kathrine Hipsher
Best Jumps-Lexi Oakley
Coaches Award-Madilyn Suter
Polar Bear Award-Mya Whitaker
Most Improved Cheerleader-Leah Wurtsbaugh
Best Motions-Rayne Frater
Thank you cheerleaders for leading all of us with your incredible spirit!
Pictured-Left to Right-
Kathrine Hipsher, Lexi Oakley, Mya Whitaker, Leah Wurtsbaugh, and Madilyn Suter
Not pictured-Rayne Frater
Best Overall Cheerleader-Kathrine Hipsher
Best Jumps-Lexi Oakley
Coaches Award-Madilyn Suter
Polar Bear Award-Mya Whitaker
Most Improved Cheerleader-Leah Wurtsbaugh
Best Motions-Rayne Frater
Thank you cheerleaders for leading all of us with your incredible spirit!
Pictured-Left to Right-
Kathrine Hipsher, Lexi Oakley, Mya Whitaker, Leah Wurtsbaugh, and Madilyn Suter
Not pictured-Rayne Frater
During the month of October, the Polar Pantry (snack program for students involved in activities after school) provided 661 meals to 102 different students with an average of almost 40 students per day! The pantry is filled with a variety of items through the West Ohio Food Bank with the help of United Way.
So far for the month of November, there are 40+ students per day utilizing the pantry.
If you would like to donate to the Polar Pantry, please reach out to Shelby Ruhlen (shelby.ruhlen@hardinnorthern.org or 419-759-2331 ext 1402)
So far for the month of November, there are 40+ students per day utilizing the pantry.
If you would like to donate to the Polar Pantry, please reach out to Shelby Ruhlen (shelby.ruhlen@hardinnorthern.org or 419-759-2331 ext 1402)
Motivation Monday!
“You’ve got this!”
Whatever’s on your plate this week-homework, tests, games, or just getting through the day-you can handle it. Bears, take a deep breath, stand tall, and remind yourself: You’ve got this!
“You’ve got this!”
Whatever’s on your plate this week-homework, tests, games, or just getting through the day-you can handle it. Bears, take a deep breath, stand tall, and remind yourself: You’ve got this!
After reading To Kill a Mockingbird, Mrs. Breece’s English 9 students were tasked with creating their own board game based on the book. Students were required to create their own instruction manual, game board, character pieces, and playing cards. Each group then had the chance to play another group’s board game!
