Armstrong Elementary is holding a PTV/Volunteer Information for parents on Thursday, July 26 from 6-7 p.m. in the school’s library. Parents, grandparents and other guardians are asked to attend to learn more about how they can help out at Armstrong. “Volunteers help make events fun and run smoothly,” said Principal Amy Dittmar in an email to parents. “Membership shows support for PTA activities, plus gives you discounts to some events.” The program will include the opportunity to sign up for various volunteer positions and event information, and parents can join the PTA for $5. Dittmar …

The Hazelwood School District recently announced that beginning in the 2012-2013 school year, it will implement new nutrition standards as a requirement of its participation in the USDA School Meal Programs. New Program for Classroom Treats If you’re a parent who likes to send treats to class for your child’s birthday, you will need to make sure that they meet the Eat Smart Advanced Guidelines that have been adopted by the district. While that might complicate your plans, the district has added a new program that will make it more convenient, plus help ensure that your treats meet the new …

With one month until students are filling seats in Hazelwood school buildings, the Hazelwood School District has been named "What Parents Want." SchoolMatch, a national firm specializing in rating public schools, recognized the Hazelwood School District (HSD) as one of 29 Missouri districts to receive the “What Parents Want” award. Locally, this is an honor only 13 school districts received this year including Ladue, Ferguson-Florissant, Rockwood, Pattonville, Brentwood, Clayton, Kirkwood, Lindbergh, Parkway, St, Charles R-VI, University City and Webster Groves. Last year, HSD was one of 28 …

Last week Hazelwood Patch wrote about Allison Klouse, resigning from Hazelwood West Middle School for a similar position in the Rockwood School District. Less than a week after her last day, the Hazelwood School District has announced her replacement. Welcome Dr. Tony Brooks. Tony Brooks will be the new principal West Middle effective immediately. Brooks has 15 years of experience in education, most recently serving as an administrator at MacArthur High School in Decatur, Ill, according to an HSD statement. Previously, he spent nine years in the Cahokia Unit School District, where he served a…

Starting in the 2012-2013 school year, the Hazelwood School District, which participates in the United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) School Meal Programs are required to meet new nutrition standards for breakfast and lunch meals. The change is driven by the 2010 Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act, that President Barack Obama signed into law. It is part of first lady Michelle Obama’s “Let’s Move!” campaign to improve the nation’s health. "The standards will be implemented gradually, throughout a multi-year period, giving school district staff and students time to adjust to the changes…