Back-to-school fun is in full swing! 🎉💦 Our HGVA family had an amazing time at the Back to School Splash Bash, enjoying sunshine, smiles, playground fun, and great memories together. Here’s to an awesome 2026–27 school year! 📚✨
4 days ago, Lauren Bellone
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🌟 Building Stronger School Communities, One Circle at a Time 🌟

Community circles are more than just a conversation—they're an opportunity to build trust, strengthen relationships, and create a sense of belonging for every student.

By taking time to listen, share, and connect, we foster:
🤝 Stronger teamwork
💙 Meaningful relationships
🗣️ Respectful communication
🌱 Social-emotional growth
🏫 A positive and inclusive school culture

When students feel seen, heard, and valued, they're more engaged, confident, and ready to learn. Together, we create a school community where everyone belongs and everyone thrives.

#CommunityCircles #SchoolCulture #TeamBuilding #StudentConnection #Belonging #SEL #Education #StrongerTogether

23 days ago, Lauren Bellone
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We were honored to be part of a remarkable group of students as they reached an important milestone in their educational journey. From academic achievements to personal growth, each student has demonstrated perseverance, resilience, and determination.

Congratulations, Class of 2026! We are proud of all you have accomplished and excited to see the incredible things you will achieve in the future. 🌟
3 months ago, Lauren Bellone
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🏆 Celebrating excellence and achievement! Congratulations to all our award recipients for their hard work, dedication, and positive impact. Keep shining and making a difference! 🌟 #StudentSuccess #MakingADifference #ProudMoment
3 months ago, Lauren Bellone
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HGVA Middle School students had an Ice Cream Social to celebrate their accomplishments in Edgenuity, their academic platform. GREAT JOB, EVERYONE!
3 months ago, Lauren Bellone
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We are rolling into summer break the best way possible! 🎳🎉

Our end-of-the-year school bowling party was filled with strikes, spares, arcade fun, great food, and nonstop laughter.

Thank you to all the students, families, and staff who helped make this school year such a success. We loved seeing everyone enjoy one last celebration together before summer officially begins ☀️

3 months ago, Lauren Bellone
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Nothing says end-of-year celebration like ice cream and smiles! 🍦☀️
Our Harvest Groves leadership team wrapped up the year with a sweet Ice Cream Social filled with fun, friendship, and recognition for all their hard work this year. We’re proud of these amazing student leaders and all they’ve accomplished!

#HarvestGroves #StudentLeadership #IceCreamSocial #EndOfYearCelebration #FutureLeaders

3 months ago, Lauren Bellone
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Congratulations to our 7th Grader, Lola, winner of the Contra Costa Library Bookmark Contest.
Lola’s bookmark design is free and available at all Contra Costa libraries until May 9th, along with lots of children’s comic books that are all free as well.
You would find them all at or near the library front desks. #weareharvestgrove
4 months ago, Lauren Bellone
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Exciting news! One of our talented Middle School Hedgehogs now has a custom-designed bookmark at the Brentwood Library! We are incredibly proud to celebrate Lola’s creativity and achievement. Congratulations, Lola! 🎉📚
4 months ago, Lauren Bellone
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Today we celebrate an incredible leader, mentor, and role model—our principal!

Your dedication, vision, and constant support create a school where students feel inspired to learn, and teachers feel empowered to grow. The positive culture you’ve built doesn’t go unnoticed—it shapes every success story.

Thank you for your commitment, your encouragement, and the countless ways you make our school a better place every single day.
4 months ago, Lauren Bellone
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Yesterday’s Bandapalooza was a joy to watch. It was especially meaningful to see the students share the results of their hard work and dedication.

A heartfelt thank-you to Mr. Allen for his commitment to the students this year. It’s been wonderful to watch their growth and growing excitement for music. Bringing music to HGVA has truly been a gift to our entire school community.
4 months ago, Lauren Bellone
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Happy Administrative Professionals Week to Lauren!
The heart of our school, Lauren, keeps everything running with care, positivity, and incredible dedication. From the big moments to the smallest details, she makes a difference every single day.
We’re so grateful for you, Lauren—thank you for all that you do!
4 months ago, Lauren Bellone
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Kickball day = success ⚽️☀️

Students, teachers, and families all came together for an afternoon full of fun, teamwork, and great energy. From big kicks to close plays, and lots of laughs in between—this was one for the books. 💥

So great to see everyone supporting each other, playing hard, and making memories together. Nothing beats community, fresh air, and a little friendly competition 🙌

#Kickball #SchoolCommunity #FamilyFun #Teamwork #GameDay #OutdoorVibes
4 months ago, Lauren Bellone
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Sun, swings, and smiles ☀️
Nothing beats a park day with friends 💛 #PlaygroundMemories #GoodTimes
4 months ago, Lauren Bellone
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ATTENTION HGVA STUDENTS: Join Mrs Elseth and Ms Weakley for ANOTHER fun game of online Jeopardy! Mark your calendars!
5 months ago, Lauren Bellone
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Attention HGVA Students and Families! Mark your calendars and register for our Schoolwide Kickball Game! Click the link to register: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1VEF8nBbJv9myTlEO3hicH5x7kxiKdfcq/view
We hope you can make it!
5 months ago, Lauren Bellone
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Middle schoolers finished their single point citys and landscapes today. They did a fantastic job! #weloveart
5 months ago, Lauren Bellone
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We are incredibly proud to share that our student has qualified for the 2026 California State Spelling Bee, representing Contra Costa County! 🎉

He earned this incredible opportunity after placing Top 5 in the Bay Area–wide Scripps Regional Spelling Bee, demonstrating outstanding dedication, perseverance, and a true passion for learning.

The California State Spelling Bee will take place on April 25, 2026, and we are excited to cheer him on as he takes this next big step! 🌟

Please join us in congratulating him and wishing him the very best at the state competition!
5 months ago, Lauren Bellone
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Congratulations to Harvest Grove’s Gunner Chavolla!
Gunner was chosen to receive the Good Character Award presented by the Brentwood Rotary.
This award recognizes students who demonstrate integrity, kindness, responsibility, and a commitment to making a positive impact in their community. It celebrates those who lead by example and inspire others through their everyday actions.
Join us in celebrating Gunner on this well-deserved achievement!
5 months ago, Lauren Bellone
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Middle School Art students worked on a single-point perspective city landscape today. They are continuing to put finishing touches on their master pieces. So much detail! #weloveart
5 months ago, Lauren Bellone
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