Elementary

Welcome to Harleton Elementary!

We’re proud to serve students Pre-K – 5 right here in the heart of East Texas. Nestled in our close-knit community, our campus is a place where children feel safe, supported, and inspired to learn every day.

At Harleton Elementary, we believe that a strong foundation in academics and character begins with meaningful relationships. Our caring teachers and staff are committed to helping every child grow, both in the classroom and beyond. By partnering with famililies and embracing the unique strengths of each student, we work together to build a future full of possibilities.

Welcome to our school family, where learning is a journey, and every child matters.

Car Line & Traffic Flow 

Morning Drop-off

All Elementary/JH students will use Lane 1 (closest to buildings). Elementary and JH parents, please pull all the way forward before letting your child out of the car. Do not block the crosswalk. Drop-off begins at 7:30am.

Afternoon Pick-up

Lane 1 is designated for Elementary student pick up only (3:30pm). Lane 2 is for Junior High (3:40pm). If you are picking up an Elementary student and staying to pick up a Junior High student, you will circle back around and get in Lane 2 to wait for JH dismissal. (PreK/Head Start will use center lane).

Campus Bell Schedule

Harleton Elementary’s bell schedule begins the school day each day at 8:00am, with the tardy bell at 7:55am. Dismissal in the afternoons is at 3:30pm. On Early Release Days, dismissal is 12:30pm.

Campus Testing

Harleton Elementary students participate in state-mandated assessments. To comply with Section 1111 please see the following:

Pre-Kindergarten/Headstart:
CLI Engage: CIRCLE Progress Monitoring Head Start Assessment Calendar

Kindergarten: mClass Literacy
Testing Windows:
BOY: September 14 - 18; MOY: January 11 – 15; EOY: April 26 – 30

First Grade: mClass Literacy
Testing Windows:
BOY: September 21 -  25; MOY: January 19 – 22; EOY: May 3 – 6

Second Grade: iReady ELAR; iReady Math
Testing Windows:
BOY: August 13 - 28; MOY: January 11 – 22; EOY: April 26 – May 6

Third, Fourth, and Fifth Grade:
STAAR RLA - Testing Window: April 4 – April 16

STAAR Math – Testing Window: April 19 – 30

Fifth Grade:

STAAR Science – Testing Window: April 12 – 23

Additional Assessments:

STAAR Alternate 2 – Testing Window: March 15 – April 16

TELPAS – Testing Window: February 15 – March 26

Mrs. Meagan Walker is the proud principal of our elementary and intermediate schools! She graduated from Jefferson Christian Academy in 2005. After high school, she followed her dream of becoming a teacher by earning her bachelor’s degree from Texas A&M Texarkana in Science and Interdisciplinary Studies and later earning her master’s degree in Educational Leadership from Stephen F. Austin State University.

Mrs. Walker has been in education for 15 years! She started out teaching 2nd grade right here at HES, then spent several years teaching Pre-K and Head Start. She loved helping little learners discover new things! After being a teacher, she became an assistant principal for two years. This year, she’s very excited to start her 3rd year as our campus principal!

Mrs. Walker has such a sweet family. She and her husband James have been married for 13 years. They have a daughter, Remington, who is in 7th grade here at HJH! At home, Mrs. Walker enjoys reading, taking walks with her dogs, and going to concerts and baseball games with her family.. especially when the Texas Rangers are playing!

What inspired her to get into education? She said “During college, I had the opportunity to work as a teacher’s aide at the private school I attended as a child. I spent much of my time supporting small groups of students who were struggling academically, and I found so much joy in helping them overcome those challenges. Watching students grasp a concept they once found difficult was incredibly rewarding. I’ve always loved building meaningful relationships with students and helping them gain the confidence to reach their full potential.”

She says “What I appreciate most about my job is the incredible team I work with every day. The teachers and staff supoort one another, lifting each other up and working together toward a common goal. Every day, I see our staff pouring into our students with dedication and heart, and I’m grateful to be part of that mission.”

Now, as our principal, she gets to help all our students do their best! She’s proud to work with such a kind, hardworking team of teachers and staff.. and she’s even prouder to be part of your school journey!