Welcome to Hunter College Elementary School

Dear New HCES Families,
 
Welcome to the Hunter College Elementary School community. I am writing to invite you to the New Families’ Orientation and Students’ Visit. 
 
This event will be on Friday, May 1, 2026. You will have the opportunity to meet the administrators, teachers, students, and of course, other new HCES community members. Topics of discussion will include school transportation, accessing the school website, what to expect during the first month of kindergarten and other informative details about HCES. While you are at your orientation in the auditorium, the children will have the opportunity to meet the teachers and some of their classmates in the kindergarten classrooms.
 
                             Date:   Friday, May 1, 2026
                             Time:  8:30 am – 10:00 am
                             Place:  HCES Auditorium
                             Hunter College Campus Schools
                             71 East 94th Street 
                             New York, NY 10128 
 
If you and your child are unable to attend the orientation, contact me at droy@hccs.hunter.cuny.edu
 
See you in May!

Sincerely,

Dawn Roy
Dear 2026 Incoming Kindergarten Parents,
 
I hope you are having a lovely March as you enter the last few months of your child's preschool years. It will be exciting to start a new school in the Fall - we are thrilled to welcome you into the community! 
 
By June, you will be receiving contact info for your Incoming Buddy Family -- this is a current Kindergarten or 1st Grade Family who will help answer questions you may have and be a guide for you as you navigate a new school experience. Hopefully you can connect with other HCES parents and kids and eventually your Buddy Families at one or more of our May and June events, which you can find below.

We look forward to you joining the fun! These events are great opportunities to meet other HCES parents and kids, eventually your Buddy Families, and show your kids that HCES is a fun place to be! 
 
In the meantime, please don't hesitate to reach out if you have any questions whatsoever! You will also be receiving your login credentials by June for the PTA website. It's always a work-in-progress, but even without your login - you can begin to poke around and find out more about the community.


I look forward to seeing you soon!


Kind regards,
 
Ana Feldman
PTA President
Our Hawk’s Nest after-school program is a lively extension of the school day. In the the Hawk’s Nest Newsletter, families can explore snapshots of the activities, creativity, and community that make Hawk’s Nest such a special part of life at Hunter College Elementary School. We invite you to explore the February edition of the Hawk’s Nest Newsletter using the link below. 
HAWK'S NEST NEWSLETTER, FEBRUARY 2026

To reach the Transportation page, CLICK HERE.

The HCES Parent–Teacher Association (PTA) is also excited to welcome the Class of 2039. Incoming families are invited to attend any or all of the upcoming HCES PTA events. The gatherings listed below are wonderful opportunities to start connecting with other families across our community.

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Upcoming HCES Events

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  • Parents' Orientation and Students' Visit, May 1

    HCES will host its annual New Parents' Orientation & Students' Visit on Monday, May 1 at 8:30 AM. Incoming kindergarten parents and guardians will have the opportunity to meet administrators, teachers, students, and other new families. Rising kindergarteners will meet current students and their teachers. For additional details, please read Principal Roy's letter above.
     
    Date:
    Monday, May 1, 2026
    8:30 AM – 10:00 AM

    Location:
    HCES Auditorium
    71 E. 94th Street (between Park and Madison Avenues)
    Manhattan

  • HCES Spring Benefit, May 15

    The PTA warmly welcomes all new families to our annual Spring Benefit Gala for what promises to be a fantastic evening celebrating our community. Join us for great company, lively conversation, and a meaningful night in support of our school!

    As well, an auction will run through the spring up until the Spring Benefit. Ticket and auction information will be shared closer to the event date (event is adults only). 


    Friday, May 15, 6PM - 10PM EDT (Tickets on sale soon!)
    Church of St. Ignatius Loyola, Wallace Hall
    980 Park Avenue
    New York, NY 10028

    If you have any questions, contact board@hcespta.org.

  • HCES Spring Carnival, May 16

    Saturday, May 16, 10AM-4PM @HCES Courtyard

    Please join us for one of HCES's most beloved traditions! The PTA transforms the Courtyard and closes down 95th Street for a true Hunter-style party. Enjoy bounce houses, games, food, prizes, and plenty of fun for all ages! Tickets will be available for purchase at the event. No prior sign-up needed.

  • HCES End-of-Year Picnic, June 3

    Wednesday, June 3. 3PM - 7PM @ East Meadow, Central Park - on the East Side between 97th and 100th Streets.

    Celebrate the near start of summer and the close of another wonderful school year with an afternoon of picnic fun and water play. Bring blankets and/or chairs to sit on, nut-free snacks, and your Hunter spirit!

    You may bring a water blaster, Super Soaker, or equivalent if you like to get wet [NO WATER BALLOONS]. If possible, bring a bucket to fill with water for easy blaster loading. You may also want to bring a towel and a change of clothes.

    Rain date: June 10.
    No prior sign-up needed.

    REMEMBER: The East Meadow in Central Park is a public area, so keep an eye on your children at all times. We must “Leave No Trace.” The PTA will provide garbage bags so families can carry out everything brought into the area. Bathrooms are available at the site.
Hunter College Campus Schools
71 East 94th Street 
New York, NY 10128
Elementary School: 212-860-1292
High School: 212-860-1267
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