Handbook
Hatley Elementary Handbook
Dear Hatley Elementary School Families,
It is my honor to welcome you to Hatley Elementary School! I am proud to serve as the principal of this very special school. We are more than a school. We are a school community that includes families, local businesses, neighbors and our school volunteers. You will feel how special it is when you walk through the front doors.
We value the benefits of being a small school while belonging to a large district where high expectations, quality educational programs and continuous improvement help us meet the needs of every child. We cherish being a small school where we nurture the close relationships that form amongst students, staff and families.
We believe in the power of hard work, respect, responsibility, teamwork and doing our best to meet each student where they are at. We are proud of our culture of learning where we are committed to ensuring that every day is an opportunity for every student to grow academically, socially, and emotionally. It is very important to us that every child enjoys coming to school knowing they belong.
We value our many school community partnerships. Our Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) is exceptional in supporting our classrooms, field trips and fun family events throughout the year. Well over 75% of our students and families typically participate in these events! Our adult mentors and volunteers go above and beyond in providing additional support to our school. Perhaps you would like to help? When families and schools work together, great things happen for kids. Thank you for being a good partner!
With warmest regards,
Mr. Scot Abel, Principal and the Hatley Elementary Staff
Handbook Information
- Equal Opportunity and Pupil Nondiscrimination Provisions
- District Mission Statement
- Title IX Notice
- Staff Development Days
- Quarter Dates for the School Year
- The School Day
- Related Arts Instruction
Equal Opportunity and Pupil Nondiscrimination Provisions
District Mission Statement
Title IX Notice
Staff Development Days
Quarter Dates for the School Year
The School Day
Related Arts Instruction

2026-2027 School Year Calendars
2026-2027 DCE Calendar for Families
2026-2027 DCE School Year Calendar - Board Approved (includes teacher working days)
Dates Specific to 4K
4K students will have an additional 4 days with no school to ensure Parent/Teacher Conferences align more with their trimester approach.
Hatley Calendar
Calendar & Category Legend:
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Hatley Elementary
Hatley Elementary
- Hatley Parent Teacher Conferences Hatley Parent Teacher Conferences
- Hatley Special Events Hatley Special Events
- Hatley Clubs and Activities Hatley Clubs and Activities
- No School No School
- Field Trips Field Trips
- First and Last Day of School for Students First and Last Day of School for Students