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Harelson Elementary School

826 W. Chapala Drive
Tucson, AZ 85704 (Google Maps)

Phone: 520-696-6020
Fax: 520-696-6070


Principal: Stephanie Hayes

Office Hours

7:00am-3:00pm Monday – Friday

Instruction Hours
7:30 a.m. - 2:15 p.m. (M, T, Th, F)
7:30 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. (W)

Message from the Principal

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Dear Families,

There’s something magical about the start of a school year, and here at Harelson, we’re ready to make it a joyful one! Whether your child is taking their very first steps into Kindergarten or continuing their elementary school journey, we want them to feel excited, included, and inspired.

Our school is a place where every child is welcomed, known, and encouraged to be their best self. When students feel like they belong, they’re ready to learn and grow.

Here are a few ways we can work together to support that joyful beginning:

  • Start and end the day with connection: A kind word in the morning and a chat after school go a long way.
  • Keep routines predictable: Consistency helps students feel calm and confident.
  • Encourage friendships: Talk about kindness, inclusion, and what it means to be a good friend.
  • Celebrate what makes your child unique: Every child brings something special to our school family.
  • Stay connected: Reach out to your child’s teacher or use ParentSquare to stay involved.

We’re so glad you’re part of the Harelson community. Let’s make this year one of joy, belonging, and growth!

With care,

Stephanie Hayes

More Information

  • The mission of Harelson Elementary, as a community dedicated to excellence, is to ensure a sound academic foundation and empower our students to become self-directed, responsible, innovative, life-long learners by providing a safe, challenging, educational environment established with active partnerships among staff, family, and community.

    1. Education is a fundamental tool for the advancement of humanity.

    2. The foundation of an educational program is to develop student’s mind, body, creativity and character.

    3. Education promotes positive self-esteem, individuality, and respect for differences in people and society.

    4. Each child has the right to learn in his or her most effective way to achieve educational success.

    5. Learning is a life-long interactive process. Education is a shared responsibility of child, home, school and community.

    6. Teamwork enhances education by valuing group as well as individual efforts.

    7. Education is critical for participation in a democratic society.

    8. Safety and self-discipline are critical to the learning process.

  • ParentSquare

    All schools in our district use ParentSquare for school communication primarily with email, text, and app notifications.

    ParentSquare automatically syncs with our student information system to generate an account for each parent, using their preferred email address and phone number. We encourage parents to access their accounts so they can download the mobile app and update their preferences on when and how they are notified.

    ParentSquare is a safe, secure, and modern approach to communication and collaboration between school and home. Learn more and get started today by viewing our ParentSquare web page.

  • Volunteering at School:

    • Classroom assistance: Help with activities, read to students, or assist with projects.
    • School events: Volunteer at events like book fairs, fundraisers, or school dances.
    • Library support: Help with shelving books or reading to students.
    • Field trips: Accompany classes on educational outings.
       

    Participating in School Organizations:

    • Parent-Teacher Organization (PTO): Attend meetings, participate in fundraising, and support school initiatives.
    • School Site Council: Participate in decision-making processes. Requires a monthly time commitment for attending the council meeting.