Parent Update

Lets Celebrate Our Whippurs of the Week!

Addilyn Herrera, Grade 6

Addilyn is a hard working and positive student! She takes charge on assignments that need to be completed and is focused on doing her best. Great job, Addilyn!

Jaslen Lopez, Grade 6

Jaslen is an extremely hard-working student who is always kind and respectful. She tries her best and is a positive addition to the classroom.

Ace Warren, Grade 7

Ace has been doing such a good job this school year. He advocates for himself, cares deeply about his assignments, and strives to have good relationships with staff members in the building.

Liam Bujak, Grade 7

Liam stayed focused, worked through challenges, and did not give up when things did not work out the first time with his robot. He demonstrated outstanding perseverance and problem-solving skills. Great job understanding that mistakes are part of the process and that persistence leads to success. You are a very successful engineer.

Emiliano Valdovinos, Grade 8

Emiliano is an absolute rockstar in our ELA class! He consistently is putting forth his best effort, participates in class discussions and is a role model for his peers. When he is done with his work, Emiliano can be found reading for his own enjoyment which makes this ELA teacher's heart oh so happy! Thank you Emiliano for following your PAWS every day and being a leader in our class.

Madison Bauer, Grade 8

Madison was unsure about her the topics that would be covered on the upcoming math test. She asked clarifying questions and asked what the best way to study was. After giving her a few tips, she went home and studied and earned an AMAZING GRADE on her math test! Way to go Madison!

Bus Behavior and Expectations

Maintaining a safe and respectful environment on the school bus is a shared responsibility between the school, students, and parents. All students have participated in learning about Bus Behavior Expectations during Advisory through a Whippur Way Lesson. To help ensure a smooth commute for everyone, please take time to talk with your child about safe bus behavior and the importance of driver safety focus.

The bus is an extension of the school day. Consequences will apply if a student cannot demonstrate they can successfully follow expectations. The following could be interventions: parent meetings, seat changes, removal from bus, suspensions, etc

Student Expectations:

Bus Stop: Students need to utilize their assigned bus stops. Students are not permitted to stand at unassigned stops in the morning or to get off on unassigned stops when arriving home in the afternoon.

Follow Directions: Listen to and promptly follow all instructions from the bus driver and monitors.

Stay Seated: Remain seated in your designated seat, facing forward, for the duration of the trip. Do not stand up or switch seats while the vehicle is in motion.

Maintain Quiet Voices: Use indoor/conversational volume to avoid distracting the driver. Portable speakers are not permitted on the bus.

Keep Space Clear: Keep hands, feet, and personal belongings inside the windows and out of the center aisle.

Show Respect: Treat fellow passengers with kindness; physical roughhousing, bullying, physical contact or inappropriate language will not be tolerated.

No Food or Drink: Eating or drinking on the bus is prohibited for safety and cleanliness.

Picture Retake Day

Picture retake day is Wednesday, October 28th from 11 AM - 1:30 PM. Students will be dismissed during their lunch period to have their picture retaken. More information will follow from VIP on how to view and order picture retakes.

No School

No School Monday, October 12th.

We will see everyone back on Tuesday, October 13th to start Quarter 2! The start of the Quarter means a fresh academic start, new lunch room seating, a change in some schedules including Exploratory classes, ALT, ELT, etc.

A Message From Student Services

It’s the start of a new quarter! This weekend encourage your student to take a few minutes to:

Clean out their backpack – Toss old trash, broken pencils, and papers that are no longer needed.

Sort through papers – Keep important notes and materials that may be useful later, and recycle anything that is no longer needed.

Organize folders and binders – Make sure papers are in the correct place and folders aren't overflowing.

Clean out the locker – Remove old papers, food, wrappers, and items from the previous quarter.

Restock supplies – Check for pencils, pens, notebooks, folders, and other materials needed for the new quarter.

Start fresh with a planner or calendar – Record important dates, assignments, projects, and upcoming tests.

Veteran's Day Google Form

We are looking for participants to be a part of the 2026 Veterans Day program at HMS on Wednesday, November 11th. We will have an assembly to honor and celebrate our veterans as well as a breakfast in the gym. Part of our program will involve having Veterans visit Social Studies classrooms throughout the day to talk with individual classes about their military experiences.

Please complete the form below if you are interested in being a part of this year's program!

Interest Form

HMS Musical

Auditions for this year's HMS Musical, "Shrek", start on Monday, October 19! Interested students in grades 6-8, please pick up your paper audition materials in the HMS Main Office, and visit the Student Schoology Page to sign up for an audition time slot and practice music tracks. Performances will take place in the HHS Auditorium the first week of February 2027. Who will be the next SHREK, DONKEY, and PRINCESS FIONA? Email questions to: alexis.dahlberg@d300.org and kelly.baker@d300.org.

PBIS

October is bullying prevention month. This week our Whippur Way Lesson focused on being respectful and kind to others. Students can demonstrate respect and kindness by being a leader and role model by following school expectations and taking accountability for their actions.

Unity Day, started by PACER’s National Bullying Prevention Center in October 2011, is the signature event of National Bullying Prevention Month. This is a day when we can come together to send a visible message of building community through kindness, acceptance, and inclusion. The call to action is simple: wear and share the color orange. This vibrant statement becomes a conversation starter, showing support for students who have been bullied and for bullying prevention.

Lets Celebrate Our Whippurs of the Week! Lets Celebrate Our Whippurs of the Week!