Highlights: HPTA Children's Gallery and Family Fun Event
As one of the HPTA's biggest yearly fundraisers, Hopkins School was the place to be on April 6th for the Children's Basket Gallery and Family Fun Day.
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John Hancock Brings Defending Champions, Past Champions and Elite Kenyan Runners to Hopkinton’s Elmwood Elementary for Rally
10 April, 2013
Roughly 600 children from the Elmwood Elementary School in Hopkinton will shout jambo (which means greetings in Swahili) when Boston Marathon defending champions Wesley Korir and Sharon Cherop, 2010 Men’s Open champion Robert Kiprono Cheruiyot, 2006 Women’s Open champion Rita Jeptoo and other elite Kenyan runners arrive in the Elmwood Elementary School gym in Hopkinton on Thursday, April 11, 2013 at 10 a.m., for the annual pre-race rally.
Hillers Top D-S in Baseball and Tennis
9 April, 2013
The Varsity Baseball team improved to 2-0 (2-0 TVL) with a 6-2 win at home over Dover/Sherborn on Monday, April 8. Junior Chris Moberg pitched five strong innings for the win, allowing just two unearned runs while striking out eight. Junior Andrew McMillan pitched two innings of shutout relief, striking out four. At the plate, Moberg, Junior Nick Burns, and Junior Adam Weiner all had two hits for the Hillers.
Hopkinton Boys Defeat the 2012 Spring TVL Champs in Tough 74-62 Contest
8 April, 2013
Boys track wins against Norton today 74-62 bringing their record to 3-0.
"A great meet, with many outstanding performances," said Coach Mike Donahue.
For detailed scores, see attached spreadsheet below.
Bronze Statue of Team Hoyt Installed at Center School - Official Unveiling on April 8
7 April, 2013
Father and son marathon team duo, Dick and Rick Hoyt, who have inspired people worldwide with their motto of “Yes You Can" will officially cement their place in Hopkinton history this April as the bronze statue in their honor at Center School is u
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Jump Rope Demo at Elmwood School
They do pushups, jump on pogo sticks, and shoot hoops...all while jumping rope. The Miscoe Hill Skippers, a middle school jump rope team from Upton, get a chance to show off their impressive skills at a select number of schools each year.
Elmwood Students to Perform at Dinner With Champions Event in Boston
5 April, 2013
For over 20 years, as part of John Hancock's Adopt-a-Marathoner Program, the students at Hopkinton's Elmwood Elementary School enjoy a special visit from the elite Kenyan runners during the week leading up to the Boston Marathon.
Help Support Hopkins Community Garden
Although just a patch of grass right now, the area in front of Hopkins School will soon become a vibrant, hands-on educational tool at Hopkins School.
State of the Schools LIVE on April 9
5 April, 2013
Acting superintendent, Dr. Steven Hiersche and School Committee Chairperson, Nancy Burdick will be giving an update on the “state of the schools” LIVE in the HCAM Studio on Tuesday, April 9 at 7PM. The presentation is hosted by the HPTA and will be moderated by HPTA president, Beth D’Alleva.
Following the presentation there will be an opportunity for attendees and viewers to ask questions.
Questions in advance of the meeting are welcome and can be emailed to secretary@hptaonline.com.
Girls Stomp Clockers
5 April, 2013
Hopkinton Girls Varsity Tennis beat Ashland 4-1.
This makes the Hillers are now 2-0 overall, 1-0 in the TVL
