10/18/2026
💙🦅 HAPPY SUNDAY, ARMSTRONG FAMILY! 🦅💙
This is Dr. Kelly Kozlen, proud principal of Armstrong Elementary, checking in with your weekly Sunday message!
We have an exciting, fun-filled week ahead at Armstrong, and we hope you'll join us for some wonderful opportunities to connect, celebrate, and support our Eagles!
Here's a quick look at what's happening this week:
Tuesday, October 20: PTA and Title I Meeting at 5:00 p.m., followed by Trunk-or-Treat from 5:30–7:00 p.m.
Wednesday, October 21: Wear Pink for Breast Cancer Awareness!
Thursday, October 22: Lunch Buddy Fundraiser during scheduled lunch periods and our Kickball Game at 6:30 p.m.
Friday, October 23: NO SCHOOL!
We are also looking forward to Parent-Teacher Conferences on October 28 and 29!
Parent-teacher conferences are one of the most valuable opportunities we have to strengthen the partnership between home and school. These conversations allow us to celebrate your child's growth, discuss academic progress, identify areas for improvement, and work together to ensure every child has the support needed to succeed. When families and educators work together, our children benefit! We encourage every family to schedule a conference and be an active partner in their child's education.
Conference Dates and Times:
Wednesday, October 28 | 4:00–7:30 p.m.
Thursday, October 29 | 8:30 a.m.–7:00 p.m.
📚 Sign Up for Parent-Teacher Conferences
🎃 TRUNK-OR-TREAT — OCTOBER 20!
Get ready for an evening of family fun, costumes, candy, and Armstrong community spirit!
Tuesday, October 20 | 5:30–7:00 p.m.
We invite all Armstrong families to join us for our Trunk-or-Treat celebration! Whether you're decorating a trunk, passing out candy, or bringing your little Eagles to enjoy the festivities, we would LOVE to see you there!
🎃 Trunk-or-Treat Flyer
🚗 Sign Up to Participate
Before the fun begins, join us for our PTA and Title I Meeting at 5:00 p.m. in the Armstrong Library! This is a wonderful opportunity to share your voice, get involved, and help make Armstrong even STRONGER!
🍎 BECOME YOUR CHILD'S LUNCH BUDDY!
Want to surprise your child with a special lunch and some quality time together?
Each quarter, Armstrong families will have the opportunity to participate in our Lunch Buddy Fundraiser!
For just $5, you can bring lunch and enjoy some special time with your child during their scheduled lunch period.
Our first Lunch Buddy Day is Thursday, October 22!
These are the little moments that create lasting memories for our children. We hope you'll join us!
🍔 Lunch Buddy Flyer, Lunch Times & Information
🩷 ON WEDNESDAYS, WE WEAR PINK!
Throughout October, Hazelwood School District is honoring and supporting individuals and families impacted by breast cancer.
Students and staff are encouraged to WEAR PINK EVERY WEDNESDAY IN OCTOBER! 🩷
Let's fill Armstrong with pink as we show our love, support, and unity for those who are fighting, those who have survived, and those we remember.
🩷 On Wednesdays We Wear Pink Flyer
❤️ RED RIBBON WEEK — NEXT WEEK!
Next week, Armstrong will celebrate Red Ribbon Week, encouraging our Eagles to make healthy, positive choices and live drug-free lives!
We look forward to seeing our students participate in the spirit activities while learning the importance of making responsible decisions and taking care of themselves and others.
❤️ Red Ribbon Week Spirit Flyer
⏰ ATTENDANCE MATTERS — LET'S REACH 90/90!
Every day of school matters! Consistent attendance builds strong learning habits, meaningful relationships, and opportunities for academic success.
Our attendance numbers for this past week:
90.2% Average Daily Attendance
74.5% Proportional Attendance
Our attendance numbers for the school year:
93.9% Average Daily Attendance
83.8% Proportional Attendance
🦅 A HUGE shoutout to Mrs. Day-Smith's 4th-grade class, currently leading Armstrong for the school year with an outstanding 96.5% attendance! Way to set the standard, Eagles!
We appreciate our families for making school attendance a priority. Let's continue working together toward our 90/90 goal!
🐠 90/90 ATTENDANCE FIELD TRIP!
Our first 90/90 Attendance Field Trip is coming in NOVEMBER!
Students who meet the 90/90 attendance goal will earn a FREE trip to the St. Louis Aquarium! 🐠
What an exciting opportunity to celebrate our students for showing up and making their education a priority!
📚 i-READY — 20 MINUTES CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE!
Families, you can make a tremendous impact on your child's academic growth by encouraging just 20 minutes of reading or math practice at home!
Consistent practice helps students strengthen foundational skills, build confidence, and become more independent learners. Encourage your child to read daily and complete assigned i-Ready lessons when available.
Small steps, practiced consistently, lead to BIG growth!
🤝 NEED HELP? USE THE HSD PARENT SUPPORT PATHWAY
The Hazelwood School District's Parent Support Pathway is a helpful resource for families seeking answers, addressing concerns, or finding the appropriate support.
We encourage families to begin by contacting their child's teacher, counselor, or school administrator. If additional assistance is needed, the pathway outlines the next steps for connecting with district leadership.
We value open communication and want every family to feel heard, respected, and supported.
📌 View the HSD Parent Support Pathway
🎃 WEST HIGH SCHOOL TRUNK-OR-TREAT!
The fun doesn't stop at Armstrong!
Hazelwood West High School is hosting its own Trunk-or-Treat on Tuesday, October 27!
Bring your family and enjoy another opportunity to celebrate with our Hazelwood community!
🎃 West High School Trunk-or-Treat Flyer
🩺 FROM THE SCHOOL NURSE
💉 CHRISTIAN HOSPITAL — FREE FLU SHOT EVENTS
The Christian Hospital Foundation is offering FREE flu vaccinations at two North St. Louis County locations!
Wednesday, October 21 | 2:00–6:00 p.m.
📍 Northwest HealthCare
Saturday, October 24 | 9:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
📍 Christian Hospital Atrium, Detrick Building
Free flu vaccinations are available for children ages 6 months and older, adults, and seniors ages 65 and older.
💉 Additional Flu Shot Information
🎃 HALLOWEEN SAFETY & MEDICATION DISPOSAL
As Halloween approaches, we encourage families to review important safety reminders to help keep our children safe while enjoying the festivities.
🎃 Halloween Safety Alert
💊 DEA National Prescription Drug Take Back Day Information
🤝 JOIN THE ARMSTRONG PTA!
We would LOVE to have YOU involved in our Armstrong PTA!
Our PTA plays an important role in supporting students, celebrating staff, organizing family events, and strengthening our school community.
Membership: $7
Meetings: Third Tuesday of each month
Location: Armstrong Library or virtually
Our next meeting is Tuesday, October 20, at 5:00 p.m., right before Trunk-or-Treat!
Whether you have a little time or a lot, your involvement makes a difference. Every voice matters, and every helping hand makes Armstrong STRONGER!
💙 Join the Armstrong PTA Today!
✏️ HELPFUL SCHOOL RESOURCES
⚽ Kickball Schedule
📌 HSD Family & Community Involvement Challenge
📌 District Outdoor Recess Guidelines
📌 Armstrong Parent & Student Information Guide
📌 HSD Student & Parent Handbook & Behavior Guide
📌 District Calendar
📲 STAY CONNECTED!
Don't miss out on all the wonderful things happening at Armstrong!
Follow Armstrong Elementary on social media for student celebrations, school updates, important reminders, and a glimpse into the amazing learning taking place every day!
📘 Facebook: ArmstrongElementaryHazelwood
📸 Instagram:
🎵 TikTok: armstrong.eagles
🗓️ IMPORTANT UPCOMING DATES
🤝 Tuesday, October 20 — PTA and Title I Meeting | 5:00 p.m. | Armstrong Library or Zoom
🎃 Tuesday, October 20 — Armstrong Trunk-or-Treat | 5:30–7:00 p.m.
🩷 Wednesday, October 21 — Wear Pink for Breast Cancer Awareness
🍎 Thursday, October 22 — Lunch Buddy Fundraiser
⚽ Thursday, October 22 — Kickball Game | 6:30 p.m. | Field 3
🏫 Friday, October 23 — NO SCHOOL
🎃 Tuesday, October 27 — West High School Trunk-or-Treat
🩷 Wednesday, October 28 — Wear Pink
👩🏫 Wednesday, October 28 — Parent-Teacher Conferences | 4:00–7:30 p.m.
👩🏫 Thursday, October 29 — Parent-Teacher Conferences | 8:30 a.m.–7:00 p.m.
❤️ Week of October 26 — Red Ribbon Week
💙🦅 THANK YOU, ARMSTRONG FAMILY!
As we begin another week, I want to thank our families for the trust you place in us each day. We know that educating children is a partnership, and we are grateful for the opportunity to work alongside you.
Our students are at the heart of everything we do, and your involvement, encouragement, and support make a difference. Whether you're attending a school event, helping with homework, communicating with a teacher, or simply ensuring your child arrives at school ready to learn, YOU are an important part of Armstrong's success!
Let's continue showing up for one another, celebrating our students, and making Armstrong a place where every Eagle feels safe, valued, and capable of greatness!
Together, we are 💪🏾!
⬆️
Yours in Education,
Dr. Kelly Kozlen, Principal
Armstrong Elementary School
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ArmSTRONG Mission
The Armstrong school community will promote academic excellence through active learning and high expectations in a safe and caring environment.
ArmSTRONG Vision
At Armstrong Elementary, we will create lifelong learners who are respectful, responsible, and cooperative citizens of the community.
Be Amazing on purpose!
Our students soar to Be Kind, Be Respectful, Be Responsible, Be Safe
