Message from Dr. TRESler and Mr. Hiel:
Dear Retriever Families,
This year's achievements would not have been possible without the incredible dedication of many. A huge thank you to our amazing school staff for their unwavering commitment and all they did to support our students. Their hard work and passion are truly inspiring.
We are also incredibly grateful to our PTA Executive Board and chairs, along with all of our wonderful volunteers. Their tireless efforts and countless hours of help have enriched our school community in countless ways. Additionally, we are thankful for your constant support, partnership, and trust. Your collaboration is invaluable to your children's success and to the overall well-being of our school.
We anticipate a busy summer as we wrap up this school year and plan for the next. We will share staffing changes and updates at the start of the new school year. In the meantime, if you know someone who might be interested in joining the incredible team at TRES or HCPSS in various roles, please encourage them to email us! We are always looking for dedicated individuals to support our students and community.
This summer, while we won't have any construction projects underway, we are excited to host the HCPSS Infants and Toddler Program within our building. Please remember that if you plan to visit the school during the summer months, it is essential to call the main office beforehand to ensure someone is available to assist you.
Looking ahead, please save the date for our exciting back-to-school events! You'll find all the details about these upcoming opportunities below in the Retriever Report.
Wishing you all a safe, relaxing, and enjoyable summer!
Warm Regards,
Dr. Tiffany TRESler, Principal
Kory Hiel, Assistant Principal
Upcoming Events
Please visit the TRES calendar webpage to view important upcoming dates.
- June 16-18 - Early Dismissal, 12:40pm
- June 18 - Last Day of School
- June 23 - Report Cards available after 4pm (see below)
- August-September - Back To School Events (see below and mark your calendars)
News and Information
Last Day of School Reminders
Next Wednesday, June 18th, we dismiss at 12:40 p.m. If your child is not going home his/her regular dismissal, please ensure that he/she has a note.
Due to modified lunch shifts, we do not have space for visitors in the cafeteria for lunch that day. We will not be hosting parent visits. Please only come to TRES if you are picking up your child for early dismissal. If this is the case, please plan to arrive prior to 12:00 p.m. so that our office staff can participate in our clap out.
Health Room News - Medication Must Be Picked Up by June 18th, 1pm
If your child has medication in the health room at TRES, it must be picked up by June 18th, no later than 1:00pm. Please contact the Health Room at 410-313-2562 to arrange for pick-up. Staff will dispose of any medications remaining after this time.
Collect All Student Materials By June 18th; Check Lost and Found
TRES families, please plan to collect all student belongings by June 18th or earlier if you will be traveling prior to this date. We cannot hold materials over the summer due to building cleaning. Also be sure to check Lost and Found for any missing items as anything remaining will be donated following the last day of school.
Quarter 4 Report Cards
Quarter 4 report cards will be available in HCPSS Connect Synergy at/after 4 p.m., Monday, June 23. Directions on how to access are available online.
Families with students with IEPs in Grades 3-5, please see This Guide to Understanding the Elementary Report Card.
TRES 2025 Back To School Events (in chronological order)
- Wednesday, August 20th, 6:30-8:00 p.m.: Pre-Kindergarten, Kindergarten & Fourth Grade Back to School Night (this event is for Parents/Guardians only)
- Friday, August 22nd
- 9:00-10:15 a.m.: New Family Welcome for Students in Grades First-Fifth: This event is for families who are brand new to TRES and have not yet had a child who has attended school at TRES. Children are encouraged to attend with parents. Please prepare your child in advance that students will be participating in a getting to know you activity with some current TRES students and teachers while parents will have an information session with the TRES administration in the cafeteria. Parents and children will be reunited at the end of the session for a school tour. New families are then welcome to stay for the first open house session.
- 9:45-10:15 a.m.: PreK and Kindergarten Students Open House: This event is for children and parents to meet their teacher and you can drop off your school supplies! Due to limited parking at TRES, please join us at your assigned time, and do not stay past your assigned time.
- 10:15-10:45 a.m.: Open House for the following students: 1st-5th Grade Students with Last Names Beginning A-G, New Tres Families Following the Welcome Program, and Older Siblings of Pre-kindergarten and Kindergarten Students Who Attended their Open House ending at 10:15 a.m. This event is for children and parents to meet their teacher and you can drop off your school supplies! Due to limited parking at TRES, please join us at your assigned time, and do not stay past your assigned time.
- 11:15-11:45 a.m.: Open House for 1st-5th Grade Students with Last Names Beginning H-Z. This event is for children and parents to meet their teacher and you can drop off your school supplies! Due to limited parking at TRES, please join us at your assigned time, and do not stay past your assigned time.
- Wednesday, September 10th, 7:00-7:45 p.m.: G/T Math Back to School Night for Parents/Guardians of Fourth and Fifth Grade G/T math students. Virtual-Link will be sent to parents via Canvas.
- Thursday, September 11th, 6:30-8:00 p.m.: First, Second, Third and Fifth Grades Back to School Night (this event is for Parents/Guardians only)
Counselors' Corner - A Message from Mrs. Wolf and Ms. Diaz
It's hard to believe we're on our final newsletter installment! In class, students have been viewing our final TRESmission for the year and you can tune in and watch together at home, too. In this 14-minute episode, you'll get to see May Retriever Award winners along with footage that includes field day, band, and orchestra performances. To avoid 'summer slide,' students are encouraged to stay adventurous and active with learning. Best wishes to ALL — especially our fifth grade Retrievers who are moving on to middle school. We'll miss you, but YOU ARE READY!
Link to TRESmission Video: Goodbye May/June, Hello Summer! (14 min)
TRES Hiring Lunch/Recess Monitors
Planning ahead for next school year, TRES will need additional lunch/recess monitors. This is a 3-hour per day position. The pay is $16 per hour. Please email assistant principal Kory Hiel (kory_hiel@hcpss.org) if you are interested in learning more.
Student Enrollment/Registration for 2025-2026 School Year
Registration for new students for the 2025-2026 school year is open. Children must be 5 years old by September 1, 2025, in order to enroll in kindergarten. Please visit the TRES website to learn more. When completing the online enrollment, families MUST upload the following documents:
- Birth Certificate or other acceptable evidence of birth
- Immunization Records from physician
- Signed original, current complete lease (all pages) or complete recorded deed (all pages) with your address, valid dates, signatures
- Current utility bill with name and address (non-cellular telephone, gas and electric, cable bill issued in the last 45 days.)
- Any additional paperwork that may be necessary due to special living arrangements or circumstances.
- *Registering parent must bring their Picture ID to the front office to complete the registration.
All documents MUST be uploaded with your registration for it to be complete. Do not submit registration until all documents are uploaded.
Pre-Kindergarten Registration is also open for the 2025-2026 school year. The Pre-K Program is offered at no cost to families that qualify and is made available to eligible children in all attendance areas. Children must be 4 years old by September 1, 2025 in order to enroll in pre-kindergarten. Anyone wishing to register must first complete an application reflecting expanded eligibility criteria that the HCPSS Early Childhood Office reviews for qualification. You can review more information about eligibility on the HCPSS website or contact Early Childhood Programs at 410-313-6836.
Please call the TRES Front Office with any questions at 410-313-2560.
TRES PTA
Learn more about what PTA does by visiting our website, https://www.trespta.com/.
Interested in participating in PTA next year? Check out our Leadership and Committee Interest Form HERE. The PTA especially needs a President for the 2025/2026 year. Learn more about the executive board HERE, committees HERE.
Special thanks to Kerri Guilfoyle for her help in creating this years’ school yearbook! If you missed the deadline, the company is accepting late orders. See information below.
PTA is delighted to announce it is purchasing recess equipment and items teachers have requested for their classrooms! Teachers frequently purchase decorations and supplies at their own expense. We are proud to support TRES teachers by providing items that will benefit students for years to come.
Upcoming PTA Events:
- Now through August 31st - Order Yearbooks - The company will sell additional yearbooks and ship them to your home in 2-3 weeks. Click HERE to purchase.
- Additional 5th Grade Graduation Yard Signs - PTA has a few extra yard signs. Please email trespta1@gmail.com if you are interested.
- Now through Summer 2025. Black Belt Institute Summer Camp and Trial Program Special - TRES sponsor Black Belt Institute is offering an introductory 4-week martial arts program for new participants, and Summer Camp specials for TRES students. Each registration supports TRES PTA. See Summer Camp flier HERE and introductory program flier HERE.
- July 11th - PTA Executive Board Vote. Time and Location TBD. Assuming there are candidates for the executive board, an election for leadership positions will take place during this meeting. Members will receive an email with more information.
- Purchase your TRES spirit wear HERE
- Free Snowballs during Summer. Snoballs Sweet Treats (Kendall Hardware location, 12260 Clarksville Pike) is rewarding kids for reading during the summer. Download and print the reading log from their Facebook page or website to earn a free small snowball.
- 2025/2026 PTA at Folly Quarter Middle School - FQMS is looking for parent volunteers to serve as Committee Chairs for the Book Fair and Staff Appreciation Week. Email fqmspta.president@gmail.com for more information.
- KidzArt Classes. Register HERE for summer camp.
Community News and Events
Unmatched Athlete is partnering with the Dancel Y in Ellicott City to invite you to a PRIDE Field Day on Saturday, June 21, 2025! Information and registration at https://unmatchedathlete.org/pride.
The HCPSS Community News and Programs website makes it easy for families to find educational and recreational resources, events and after-school programs beyond the school day by non-profit organizations. Community organizations requesting their announcements be shared in school newsletters should visit community-programs.hcpss.org for more information. Questions should be directed to the Public Information Office at publicinfo@hcpss.org.