🦒🌿 PreK Adventures at Global Wildlife! 🌿🦓
Our PreK learners had an unforgettable experience at Global Wildlife! From feeding giraffes to observing zebras and other animals up close, our little explorers were fully engaged, curious, and brave.
Experiential learning brings lessons to life — building vocabulary, sparking wonder, and creating memories that will last a lifetime. This is what “Ready, Set, Grow” looks like outside the classroom! 🌱✨
A huge thank you to our families and staff who helped make this day possible.
#RETHINKsthelena #StHelenaWINNING
Our PreK learners had an unforgettable experience at Global Wildlife! From feeding giraffes to observing zebras and other animals up close, our little explorers were fully engaged, curious, and brave.
Experiential learning brings lessons to life — building vocabulary, sparking wonder, and creating memories that will last a lifetime. This is what “Ready, Set, Grow” looks like outside the classroom! 🌱✨
A huge thank you to our families and staff who helped make this day possible.
#RETHINKsthelena #StHelenaWINNING
📚✨ Literacy in Action at SHELC! ✨📚
Mr. K is doing what it takes — working closely with his learners to strengthen foundational literacy skills through targeted support and technology integration. From guided practice to intentional feedback, our learners are building confidence and growing as readers every day.
This is what commitment to proficiency looks like! 💪
We are proud of the intentional instruction happening in our classrooms as we continue pushing toward growth and mastery.
#RETHINKsthelena #StHelenaWINNING
Mr. K is doing what it takes — working closely with his learners to strengthen foundational literacy skills through targeted support and technology integration. From guided practice to intentional feedback, our learners are building confidence and growing as readers every day.
This is what commitment to proficiency looks like! 💪
We are proud of the intentional instruction happening in our classrooms as we continue pushing toward growth and mastery.
#RETHINKsthelena #StHelenaWINNING
🏀📚 SHELC March Madness Challenge is HERE! 📚🏀
Families, it’s that time of year! Our classrooms are going head-to-head in our March Madness Challenge, and the competition is ON! 💚🔥
Each week, classes will compete and advance through the bracket based on their performance and participation. One class will rise to the top and be crowned our March Madness Champion! 🏆
This challenge is all about:
✅ Academic growth
✅ Teamwork
✅ Consistency
✅ Giving our very best effort
We need your support at home! Encourage your learner to stay focused, complete assignments, and give 100% every day. Every point counts!
Let the madness begin! 🎉
#SHELC #MarchMadness #ReadySetGrow
Families, it’s that time of year! Our classrooms are going head-to-head in our March Madness Challenge, and the competition is ON! 💚🔥
Each week, classes will compete and advance through the bracket based on their performance and participation. One class will rise to the top and be crowned our March Madness Champion! 🏆
This challenge is all about:
✅ Academic growth
✅ Teamwork
✅ Consistency
✅ Giving our very best effort
We need your support at home! Encourage your learner to stay focused, complete assignments, and give 100% every day. Every point counts!
Let the madness begin! 🎉
#SHELC #MarchMadness #ReadySetGrow
Last week our learners and staff celebrated Black History Spirit Week in style! ❤️🖤💚
From vibrant cultural attire to powerful affirmations like “I Am Little Black History” and “Pretty, Black & Educated,” our halls were filled with pride, excellence, and joy. Our learners didn’t just dress the part — they represented legacy, resilience, brilliance, and culture.
We are committed to ensuring our learners know that they are standing on the shoulders of greatness and that they, too, are making history every single day.
Thank you to our families and staff for showing up and showing out! ✨
#BlackHistoryMonth #SHELC #ReadySetGrow
From vibrant cultural attire to powerful affirmations like “I Am Little Black History” and “Pretty, Black & Educated,” our halls were filled with pride, excellence, and joy. Our learners didn’t just dress the part — they represented legacy, resilience, brilliance, and culture.
We are committed to ensuring our learners know that they are standing on the shoulders of greatness and that they, too, are making history every single day.
Thank you to our families and staff for showing up and showing out! ✨
#BlackHistoryMonth #SHELC #ReadySetGrow
🐝📚 Spelling Bee Time at SHELC! 📚🐝
Join us for our St. Helena Early Learning Center Spelling Bee as our learners showcase their hard work, confidence, and academic excellence! We are excited to celebrate literacy and cheer on our amazing participants.
🗓 March 25, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM
📍 School Gymnasium
Scan the QR code to sign up and be part of the excitement! Let’s continue building strong readers and confident learners — whatever it takes!
#RETHINKsthelena #StHelenaWINNING
Join us for our St. Helena Early Learning Center Spelling Bee as our learners showcase their hard work, confidence, and academic excellence! We are excited to celebrate literacy and cheer on our amazing participants.
🗓 March 25, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM
📍 School Gymnasium
Scan the QR code to sign up and be part of the excitement! Let’s continue building strong readers and confident learners — whatever it takes!
#RETHINKsthelena #StHelenaWINNING
✨ Hawk Happenings Parent Newsletter is Here!
Stay connected with everything happening at St. Helena Early Learning Center! From learner celebrations and upcoming events to important reminders and highlights from our school community — check out this week’s newsletter for all the latest updates.
📌 Click here to read: https://app.smore.com/n/2zgnq
Thank you for partnering with us as we continue working To Proficiency & Beyond!
#RETHINKsthelena #StHelenaWINNING
Stay connected with everything happening at St. Helena Early Learning Center! From learner celebrations and upcoming events to important reminders and highlights from our school community — check out this week’s newsletter for all the latest updates.
📌 Click here to read: https://app.smore.com/n/2zgnq
Thank you for partnering with us as we continue working To Proficiency & Beyond!
#RETHINKsthelena #StHelenaWINNING
Mardi Gras Zearn Math Challenge Winners – Ms. Muse’s Class 💜💛💚
Congratulations to our amazing learners in Ms. Muse’s class for successfully completing the Mardi Gras Zearn Math Challenge! 🎉 These learners showed dedication, focus, and perseverance while strengthening their math skills. We are proud of their hard work and commitment to learning!
Keep rolling and shining bright, Hawks! ✨
#RETHINKsthelena #StHelenaWINNING
Congratulations to our amazing learners in Ms. Muse’s class for successfully completing the Mardi Gras Zearn Math Challenge! 🎉 These learners showed dedication, focus, and perseverance while strengthening their math skills. We are proud of their hard work and commitment to learning!
Keep rolling and shining bright, Hawks! ✨
#RETHINKsthelena #StHelenaWINNING
📚🌟 Read Across America Week is Almost Here! 🌟📚
March 2–5, 2026
At St. Helena Early Learning Center, we are celebrating literacy, kindness, culture, and belonging all week long!
🟢 Monday – Kindness Counts Day
Wear something promoting positivity!
🔴 Tuesday – Heroes & Heroines Day
Dress as someone influential from the past!
🟠 Wednesday – Cultural Celebration Day
Wear clothing or colors from a specific culture!
🔵 Thursday – We All Belong Day
Wear your HAWK gear!
Let’s make this week full of reading, learning, and celebrating everyone in our school community! ❤️
#RETHINKsthelena #StHelenaWINNING
🌟 Staff of the Month Spotlight! 🌟
Please help us congratulate Ms. Brumfield, our Staff of the Month at St. Helena Early Learning Center! 👏
Ms. Brumfield consistently demonstrates dedication, compassion, and a commitment to excellence that makes a difference in the lives of our learners every day. Her hard work, positive spirit, and unwavering support help create a strong learning environment where learners can thrive.
Thank you, Ms. Brumfield, for all you do to support our school community — your impact does not go unnoticed!
#RETHINKsthelena #StHelenaWINNING
Please help us congratulate Ms. Brumfield, our Staff of the Month at St. Helena Early Learning Center! 👏
Ms. Brumfield consistently demonstrates dedication, compassion, and a commitment to excellence that makes a difference in the lives of our learners every day. Her hard work, positive spirit, and unwavering support help create a strong learning environment where learners can thrive.
Thank you, Ms. Brumfield, for all you do to support our school community — your impact does not go unnoticed!
#RETHINKsthelena #StHelenaWINNING
🌟 Celebrating Our Learners of the Month! 🌟
At St. Helena Early Learning Center, we are proud to recognize learners who demonstrate excellence, positive character, and a commitment to growth each day. These outstanding learners continue to show what it means to lead, learn, and shine both inside and outside the classroom!
👏 Congratulations to:
⭐ Anthony McGilberry
⭐ Dennisha Baker
⭐ Khalani Matthews
⭐ Jonah Dees
Keep working hard, making wise choices, and showing Hawk Pride — we are proud of you!
#RETHINKsthelena #StHelenaWINNING
At St. Helena Early Learning Center, we are proud to recognize learners who demonstrate excellence, positive character, and a commitment to growth each day. These outstanding learners continue to show what it means to lead, learn, and shine both inside and outside the classroom!
👏 Congratulations to:
⭐ Anthony McGilberry
⭐ Dennisha Baker
⭐ Khalani Matthews
⭐ Jonah Dees
Keep working hard, making wise choices, and showing Hawk Pride — we are proud of you!
#RETHINKsthelena #StHelenaWINNING
🌸📣 Spring Break Fridays Reminder – Hawk Family! 📣🌸
Next week begins our Spring Break Friday schedule!
✅ School IS in session Monday, February 23rd
❌ No School Friday, February 27th
Please plan accordingly and ensure your learner is present on Monday as we continue pushing toward proficiency & beyond!
#HawkPride
#WhateverItTakes
#RETHINKsthelena
#StHelenaWINNING
✨🎭 Black History Wax Museum – Save the Date! 🎭✨
St. Helena Early Learning Center proudly presents our Black History Wax Museum, brought to life by our amazing First & Second Grade learners!
Join us as our young scholars step into history, celebrating influential African American heroes through research, creativity, and powerful storytelling.
📅 Tuesday, March 3, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM
📍 SHELC Gymnasium
Parents, families, and community members are invited to experience this unforgettable celebration of culture, history, and learner excellence.
We can’t wait to see our learners shine! ⭐
#RETHINKsthelena #StHelenaWINNING
St. Helena Early Learning Center proudly presents our Black History Wax Museum, brought to life by our amazing First & Second Grade learners!
Join us as our young scholars step into history, celebrating influential African American heroes through research, creativity, and powerful storytelling.
📅 Tuesday, March 3, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM
📍 SHELC Gymnasium
Parents, families, and community members are invited to experience this unforgettable celebration of culture, history, and learner excellence.
We can’t wait to see our learners shine! ⭐
#RETHINKsthelena #StHelenaWINNING
🎭 Mardi Gras Break 🎭
No School for Learners
February 16th – 18th
Learners return on
Thursday, February 19th
Enjoy a safe and happy Mardi Gras! 💜💛💚
St. Helena Early Learning Center
Hawk Pride — Whatever It Takes!
No School for Learners
February 16th – 18th
Learners return on
Thursday, February 19th
Enjoy a safe and happy Mardi Gras! 💜💛💚
St. Helena Early Learning Center
Hawk Pride — Whatever It Takes!
📚✨ Exciting Literacy Moments in 1st Grade! ✨📚
This week, our 1st grade learners began using Just Right Reader, and the engagement has been incredible! Through small-group instruction, targeted reading practice, and meaningful conversations around text, learners are building confidence, strengthening foundational reading skills, and growing as independent readers.
We love seeing our Hawks actively engaged — reading, thinking, collaborating, and celebrating their progress every step of the way.
We are committed to strong literacy instruction that helps every learner soar.
#RETHINKsthelena #StHelenaWINNING
✨💕 Candy Grams & Smiles at St. Helena Early Learning Center! 💕✨
Love and kindness filled our hallways as learners and staff shared sweet surprises through our Candy Gram celebration! From big smiles to heartfelt moments, it was a beautiful reminder that small gestures can make a BIG impact. ❤️
Thank you to everyone who helped make this day special for our learners — spreading joy, building connections, and creating memories that will last beyond the classroom.
At SHELC, we continue to build a culture where every learner feels valued, celebrated, and loved.
#RETHINKsthelena #StHelenaWINNING
Love and kindness filled our hallways as learners and staff shared sweet surprises through our Candy Gram celebration! From big smiles to heartfelt moments, it was a beautiful reminder that small gestures can make a BIG impact. ❤️
Thank you to everyone who helped make this day special for our learners — spreading joy, building connections, and creating memories that will last beyond the classroom.
At SHELC, we continue to build a culture where every learner feels valued, celebrated, and loved.
#RETHINKsthelena #StHelenaWINNING
✨ Learning in Action in Ms. Muse’s 1st Grade Class! ✨
Our 1st grade learners in Ms. Muse’s classroom are engaged in meaningful small group instruction designed to meet individual learning needs and support academic growth. Through targeted support, hands-on activities, and focused practice, learners are strengthening foundational skills while building confidence and independence.
Small group instruction allows teachers to provide personalized learning experiences, ensuring every learner receives the support needed to succeed. We love seeing our learners actively engaged, collaborating, and growing each day!
Great things are happening at St. Helena Early Learning Center! ❤️
#RETHINKsthelena #StHelenaWINNING
Our 1st grade learners in Ms. Muse’s classroom are engaged in meaningful small group instruction designed to meet individual learning needs and support academic growth. Through targeted support, hands-on activities, and focused practice, learners are strengthening foundational skills while building confidence and independence.
Small group instruction allows teachers to provide personalized learning experiences, ensuring every learner receives the support needed to succeed. We love seeing our learners actively engaged, collaborating, and growing each day!
Great things are happening at St. Helena Early Learning Center! ❤️
#RETHINKsthelena #StHelenaWINNING
🥕🧺 Lena’s Closet Food Pantry — Supporting Our Families & Community 🧺🥕
St. Helena Schools are proud to partner with community organizations to help support our families through Lena’s Closet Food Pantry. Fresh food and essential items will be available to help ensure our learners and families have the resources they need.
📅 February 12, 2026
⏰ 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
📍 St. Helena Arts & Technology Academy
📍 St. Helena College & Career Academy
📍 St. Helena Early Learning Center
Thank you to our partners Greater Baton Rouge Food Bank, LSU AgCenter, and Healthy Communities St. Helena Parish for helping us serve our community.
Together we continue doing Whatever It Takes for our learners and families! ❤️
#RETHINKsthelena #StHelenaWINNING
St. Helena Schools are proud to partner with community organizations to help support our families through Lena’s Closet Food Pantry. Fresh food and essential items will be available to help ensure our learners and families have the resources they need.
📅 February 12, 2026
⏰ 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
📍 St. Helena Arts & Technology Academy
📍 St. Helena College & Career Academy
📍 St. Helena Early Learning Center
Thank you to our partners Greater Baton Rouge Food Bank, LSU AgCenter, and Healthy Communities St. Helena Parish for helping us serve our community.
Together we continue doing Whatever It Takes for our learners and families! ❤️
#RETHINKsthelena #StHelenaWINNING
🐜✨ PreK learners exploring science and discovery at SHELC! ✨🐜
Our PreK learners were fully engaged as they explored insects and learned all about ants and their body parts! Through hands-on discussion, observation, and interactive learning, learners identified key features such as the head, thorax, and abdomen while building vocabulary and scientific thinking skills.
We love seeing our youngest Hawks developing curiosity, confidence, and a love for learning through meaningful experiences. Great job to our teachers for creating engaging, standards-aligned lessons that bring science to life!
#RETHINKsthelena #StHelenaWINNING
Our PreK learners were fully engaged as they explored insects and learned all about ants and their body parts! Through hands-on discussion, observation, and interactive learning, learners identified key features such as the head, thorax, and abdomen while building vocabulary and scientific thinking skills.
We love seeing our youngest Hawks developing curiosity, confidence, and a love for learning through meaningful experiences. Great job to our teachers for creating engaging, standards-aligned lessons that bring science to life!
#RETHINKsthelena #StHelenaWINNING
📚✨ Library Day at SHELC! ✨📚
Our learners had an amazing time during Library Day engaging in movement, storytelling, and interactive learning experiences! From dancing along with stories to listening and participating in engaging read-alouds, our Hawks are building a love for reading while learning through fun and creativity.
At St. Helena Early Learning Center, we believe literacy should be active, joyful, and meaningful — and today was a perfect example of learning in action!
Keep soaring, Hawks!
#RETHINKsthelena #StHelenaWINNING
Our learners had an amazing time during Library Day engaging in movement, storytelling, and interactive learning experiences! From dancing along with stories to listening and participating in engaging read-alouds, our Hawks are building a love for reading while learning through fun and creativity.
At St. Helena Early Learning Center, we believe literacy should be active, joyful, and meaningful — and today was a perfect example of learning in action!
Keep soaring, Hawks!
#RETHINKsthelena #StHelenaWINNING
🖤💛💚 Black History Spirit Week is Coming to SHELC! ❤️🖤💚
Join us as we celebrate culture, history, unity, and pride during our Black History Spirit Week from February 23–26, 2026!
⭐ Monday – Melanin Day: Wear shades of brown
🎓 Tuesday – HBCU Day: Rep your favorite HBCU
🌍 Wednesday – African Attire Day: Dress in your best African outfit
🤝 Thursday – Unity Day:
Pre-K wear Yellow | Kinder wear Red
1st Grade wear Green | 2nd Grade wear Black
We can’t wait to see our learners showing school spirit while celebrating the rich contributions and legacy of Black history together!
#BlackHistoryMonth #SHELC #HawkPride #RETHINKsthelena #StHelenaWINNING
Join us as we celebrate culture, history, unity, and pride during our Black History Spirit Week from February 23–26, 2026!
⭐ Monday – Melanin Day: Wear shades of brown
🎓 Tuesday – HBCU Day: Rep your favorite HBCU
🌍 Wednesday – African Attire Day: Dress in your best African outfit
🤝 Thursday – Unity Day:
Pre-K wear Yellow | Kinder wear Red
1st Grade wear Green | 2nd Grade wear Black
We can’t wait to see our learners showing school spirit while celebrating the rich contributions and legacy of Black history together!
#BlackHistoryMonth #SHELC #HawkPride #RETHINKsthelena #StHelenaWINNING
