Mulberry Creek Elementary School
Catch us at the Creek!
Christmas pictures are tomorrow. These are pre-pay only.
Thanksgiving Lunch orders close at noon today. We will not be able to accept any orders past noon today. Payment may be sent in with the student tomorrow.
Help us honor our Veterans tomorrow by wearing red, white, and blue.
Upcoming November Dates
Cougars for Christ Reminder!
Parents of 2nd–4th grade students, don't forget to sign up for Cougars for Christ this Tuesday, November 10th, at 2:30 PM!
We hope to see your Cougar there!
https://forms.gle/LNsqEKN8c9DCTCmD7
Saturday morning enrichment program for students ages 5-10.
Fourth grade's annual food drive is underway! Donations are due by October 29th. Students can drop off donations in the food drive drop boxes located on their grade level’s hall.
Monday is PJ Day for $1.00. See the attached flyer from PTO
Cougars for Christ: Please see the attached flyer for information about Cougars for Christ, open to students in 2nd–4th grade!
Cougars for Christ: Please see the attached flyer for information about Cougars for Christ, open to students in 2nd–4th grade!
Don't forget we are accepting donations of individually wrapped candy (peanut-free) and/or small trinkets for a fun in-school event for our students!
MCE Fall Festival Tomorrow Night!
HCHS HOMECOMING FESTIVAL IS COMING!
We’re bringing the fun, the flavor, and the Tiger Pride together for an unforgettable night at Harris County High School!
📅 Friday, October 2nd
📍Harris County High School
⏰ 5:30–9:30 PM
🎟️ FREE ADMISSION!
Come out and enjoy:
🏰 Bounce Houses
🌮 Food Trucks
🛍️ Craft Vendors
🏈 Flag Football Tournament
🎬 Movie Under the Stars
🎉 And MORE!
We’re bringing the fun, the flavor, and the Tiger Pride together for an unforgettable night at Harris County High School!
📅 Friday, October 2nd
📍Harris County High School
⏰ 5:30–9:30 PM
🎟️ FREE ADMISSION!
Come out and enjoy:
🏰 Bounce Houses
🌮 Food Trucks
🛍️ Craft Vendors
🏈 Flag Football Tournament
🎬 Movie Under the Stars
🎉 And MORE!
Our first Mulberry Creek Spirit Night is TONIGHT at Texas Roadhouse! Tell your family and friends: if you eat out at Texas Roadhouse tonight, make sure to mention to your server that you are supporting MCE!
🍎 NOW OPEN: Apply for Free & Reduced-Price School Meals for the 2026–2027 School Year! 🍎
The Harris County School District is now accepting online applications for Free & Reduced-Price School Meals for the 2026–2027 school year.
✅ Apply online today: www.EZMealApp.com
Applying is quick, secure, and confidential. Even if you're unsure whether your family qualifies, we encourage you to apply. Submitting your application early can help prevent meal charges and ensure your child has uninterrupted access to healthy school meals.
📅 Important Reminder: Applications approved during the 2025–2026 school year expire on September 17, 2026, so don't wait!
Need a paper application?
📍 Pick one up at your child's school
📍 Visit the HCSD School Nutrition Office (140 Barnes Mill Road, Hamilton)
📍 Available during Sneak-A-Peek events
📥 Download one from www.harris.k12.ga.us under Departments > Nutrition
💳 Families can also monitor meal balances, set up AutoPay, and receive low-balance alerts through the EZPay portal at secure.EZMealApp.com.
For questions, contact the HCSD School Nutrition Department:
📞 (706) 628-4172
📧 hudson-j@harris.k12.ga.us
#HarrisCountySchools #OneTeamOneDream #SchoolNutrition #FreeReducedMeals #BackToSchool
The Harris County School District is now accepting online applications for Free & Reduced-Price School Meals for the 2026–2027 school year.
✅ Apply online today: www.EZMealApp.com
Applying is quick, secure, and confidential. Even if you're unsure whether your family qualifies, we encourage you to apply. Submitting your application early can help prevent meal charges and ensure your child has uninterrupted access to healthy school meals.
📅 Important Reminder: Applications approved during the 2025–2026 school year expire on September 17, 2026, so don't wait!
Need a paper application?
📍 Pick one up at your child's school
📍 Visit the HCSD School Nutrition Office (140 Barnes Mill Road, Hamilton)
📍 Available during Sneak-A-Peek events
📥 Download one from www.harris.k12.ga.us under Departments > Nutrition
💳 Families can also monitor meal balances, set up AutoPay, and receive low-balance alerts through the EZPay portal at secure.EZMealApp.com.
For questions, contact the HCSD School Nutrition Department:
📞 (706) 628-4172
📧 hudson-j@harris.k12.ga.us
#HarrisCountySchools #OneTeamOneDream #SchoolNutrition #FreeReducedMeals #BackToSchool
📢 Out-of-County & Student Transfer Applications Opening Soon
Harris County School District will begin accepting applications for Out-of-County Admissions and HB 251 Open Seat Transfers on July 1, 2026.
📅 Application Window: July 1–14, 2026
Out-of-County Admissions
Families residing outside Harris County who wish to enroll their child in an HCSD school may apply during the July application window. Applications and requirements are available at:
🔗 https://www.harris.k12.ga.us/page/out-of-county-tuiton
HB 251 Open Seat Transfers (Elementary Only)
Elementary families wishing to request a transfer to another HCSD elementary school may apply July 1–14, 2026. Approval is based on available space.
🔗 https://www.harris.k12.ga.us/page/hb-251
Hardship Transfers (Elementary Only)
Applications for hardship transfers will be accepted beginning July 15, 2026 and may be submitted throughout the school year.
📌 Important Reminders:
✔ Students must be registered and enrolled in their zoned school before submitting a transfer request.
✔ Transportation is the responsibility of the parent/guardian for approved transfers.
✔ Review all eligibility requirements and deadlines before applying.
For assistance, contact The H.O.P.E. Center at (706) 628-4206 ext. 2301.
🌐 Visit www.harris.k12.ga.us for complete details.
🚨 URGENT: Online Registration & Transportation Deadline Reminder 🚨
Dear Parents and Guardians,
This is an urgent reminder to complete your child's Online Registration through the Infinite Campus Parent Portal as soon as possible.
Online Registration will close on June 20. All families must complete the registration process before the deadline.
Once you have submitted your completed online registration, our Student Information Systems (SIS) team will review your submission to verify that all required documentation has been provided. After your registration has been approved, you will receive an approval email. Completing registration promptly is critical to ensuring your child's enrollment is finalized and all required records are in place before the start of the school year.
Important Reminders:
✅ Pay all outstanding school fees. If fees remain unpaid, the system will not allow you to complete your child's registration.
🚍 Transportation Request Deadline: June 19
Please note that you must:
Complete the online registration process.
Receive your registration approval email.
Then submit your transportation request.
Transportation requests cannot be processed until registration has been completed and approved.
We strongly encourage all families to complete this process immediately to avoid delays and ensure a smooth start to the school year.
Thank you in advance for your prompt attention to this important matter.
Dear Parents and Guardians,
This is an urgent reminder to complete your child's Online Registration through the Infinite Campus Parent Portal as soon as possible.
Online Registration will close on June 20. All families must complete the registration process before the deadline.
Once you have submitted your completed online registration, our Student Information Systems (SIS) team will review your submission to verify that all required documentation has been provided. After your registration has been approved, you will receive an approval email. Completing registration promptly is critical to ensuring your child's enrollment is finalized and all required records are in place before the start of the school year.
Important Reminders:
✅ Pay all outstanding school fees. If fees remain unpaid, the system will not allow you to complete your child's registration.
🚍 Transportation Request Deadline: June 19
Please note that you must:
Complete the online registration process.
Receive your registration approval email.
Then submit your transportation request.
Transportation requests cannot be processed until registration has been completed and approved.
We strongly encourage all families to complete this process immediately to avoid delays and ensure a smooth start to the school year.
Thank you in advance for your prompt attention to this important matter.
Parents and Guardians,
☀We've made it easier than ever to stay connected and informed this summer and prepare for the 2026-2027 school year!☀
The HCSD Summer & Back-to-School Parent Resource Hub is your one-stop destination for important summer information and back-to-school resources. You'll find helpful information, updates, and resources to support your family throughout the summer and as we get ready to welcome students back for another great school year.
☀️ Enjoy your summer, and be sure to check back often—more information and updates are coming soon!
https://www.harris.k12.ga.us/page/summerback-to-school-parent-resource
☀We've made it easier than ever to stay connected and informed this summer and prepare for the 2026-2027 school year!☀
The HCSD Summer & Back-to-School Parent Resource Hub is your one-stop destination for important summer information and back-to-school resources. You'll find helpful information, updates, and resources to support your family throughout the summer and as we get ready to welcome students back for another great school year.
☀️ Enjoy your summer, and be sure to check back often—more information and updates are coming soon!
https://www.harris.k12.ga.us/page/summerback-to-school-parent-resource
🚌Parents/Guardians,
Transportation Requests for the 2026–2027 school year are now open.
All families MUST complete a **NEW** transportation request for each student, even if transportation was requested for the previous year.
Please visit https://www.harris.k12.ga.us/page/transportationservices for instructions and to complete your Transportation Request Form before the **June 19** deadline.
UPDATE: Please choose "26-27 school year" in Infinite Campus when logging in.
Thank you!
This week, the Harris County Retired Educators Association proudly presented appreciation gifts to all Harris County School District Teachers and Support Personnel of the Year in recognition of their hard work, dedication, and commitment to our students and schools.
The gifts were presented on behalf of HCREA by Linda Cook, HCREA President; Sandy Gradewell, HCREA President-Elect; Kathie Berends, HCREA Secretary; and Donna Durham, HCREA Membership Chair.
“We are proud to recognize the incredible educators and support personnel who make a difference in the lives of students every day,” said Linda Cook. “Their dedication, compassion, and commitment to excellence deserve to be celebrated.”
Thank you to all of our outstanding honorees for the positive impact you make throughout Harris County Schools! HCSD also extends sincere appreciation to HCREA for their continued support, encouragement, and recognition of our faculty and staff.
#HarrisCountySchools #TeacherOfTheYear #SupportPersonnelOfTheYear #HCREA #ThankYouEducators
The gifts were presented on behalf of HCREA by Linda Cook, HCREA President; Sandy Gradewell, HCREA President-Elect; Kathie Berends, HCREA Secretary; and Donna Durham, HCREA Membership Chair.
“We are proud to recognize the incredible educators and support personnel who make a difference in the lives of students every day,” said Linda Cook. “Their dedication, compassion, and commitment to excellence deserve to be celebrated.”
Thank you to all of our outstanding honorees for the positive impact you make throughout Harris County Schools! HCSD also extends sincere appreciation to HCREA for their continued support, encouragement, and recognition of our faculty and staff.
#HarrisCountySchools #TeacherOfTheYear #SupportPersonnelOfTheYear #HCREA #ThankYouEducators
🍎 A well-deserved honor for a dedicated educator in Harris County Schools!
Grace Metsinger, first grade teacher of Mulberry Creek Elementary School, was recently surprised with the “One Class At A Time” award, recognizing teachers who go above and beyond for their students each and every day.
Students, coworkers, and supporters gathered to celebrate Metsinger’s commitment to not only educating children, but caring for them as individuals.
“It’s really good to be appreciated,” Metsinger said. “Just to be seen — not just by the students, but by the parents too — and for them to see how much we really do care about these babies and their children, not just as students, but as people.”
Principal Amy Allen praised Metsinger’s dedication, saying she works hard to personally know each student and help them become the best they can be.
The “One Class At A Time” initiative helps recognize outstanding educators while also providing additional classroom support and resources. The award was sponsored by Daniel Appliance and community supporter Ron Daniel.
Congratulations to Grace Metsinger for making a lasting difference in the lives of her students! 👏📚❤️
#OneClassAtATime #TeacherRecognition #MulberryCreekElementary #HarrisCountySchools #WRBL
Grace Metsinger, first grade teacher of Mulberry Creek Elementary School, was recently surprised with the “One Class At A Time” award, recognizing teachers who go above and beyond for their students each and every day.
Students, coworkers, and supporters gathered to celebrate Metsinger’s commitment to not only educating children, but caring for them as individuals.
“It’s really good to be appreciated,” Metsinger said. “Just to be seen — not just by the students, but by the parents too — and for them to see how much we really do care about these babies and their children, not just as students, but as people.”
Principal Amy Allen praised Metsinger’s dedication, saying she works hard to personally know each student and help them become the best they can be.
The “One Class At A Time” initiative helps recognize outstanding educators while also providing additional classroom support and resources. The award was sponsored by Daniel Appliance and community supporter Ron Daniel.
Congratulations to Grace Metsinger for making a lasting difference in the lives of her students! 👏📚❤️
#OneClassAtATime #TeacherRecognition #MulberryCreekElementary #HarrisCountySchools #WRBL
This morning, before the start of school, an incident involving an unruly visitor occurred at Mulberry Creek Elementary and Creekside Intermediate. All appropriate safety protocols were immediately followed, and the Harris County Sheriff’s Department quickly resolved the situation.
All students and staff are safe, and both schools are operating on a normal schedule.
Thank you for your continued support.
All students and staff are safe, and both schools are operating on a normal schedule.
Thank you for your continued support.