Hawk News

For up-to-date information on events happening at Highview, visit the school calendar at www.moundsviewschools.org/highviewcalendar.

Monday, October 5

2:30 - 3:30 PM - Musical Rehearsal

2:30 - 3:30 PM - Math Team

2:30 - 3:40 PM - Boys Soccer

2:30 - 3:40 PM - Run Club

Tuesday, October 6

2:30 - 3:30 PM - Student Council

2:30 - 3:30 PM - GSA

2:30 - 3:30 PM - Musical Rehearsal

2:30 - 3:40 PM - Ultimate Frisbee

Wednesday, October 7

2:30 - 3:30 PM - Musical Rehearsal

2:30 - 3:40 PM - Boys Soccer

2:30 - 3:40 PM - Run Club

2:30 - 3:40 PM - Strategy Games

Thursday, October 8

2:30 - 3:30 PM - Musical Rehearsal

2:30 - 3:30 PM - Yearbook Club

2:30 - 3:40 PM - Crew Club

2:30 - 3:40 PM - Ultimate Frisbee

4:00 - 7:00 PM - Communication Night

Friday, October 9

2:30 - 4:00 PM - Fall Student Party

Good Afternoon Highview Families,

We have several important events happening next week. Please see the information below regarding Parent Communication Night on Thursday, October 8 from 4:00-7:00pm. We also have our annual back to school party on Friday, October 9 from 2:30-4:00.

As always, please reach out with any questions or feedback.

Have a great week!

Freya Schirmacher

Principal, Highview MIddle School

Highview is planning its first Parent Communication night on the evening of Thursday, October 8th from 4:00- 7:00 pm. During this evening event, parents will have an opportunity to connect with their child’s teacher for brief conferences in a carousel format. What this means is that families do not need to book conference times with teachers in advance. They can simply connect with teachers as they are available in our gym, cafeteria and Library.

Teachers will be arranged alphabetically in these spaces and parents can connect for 5-7 minute conferences with as many of their child’s teachers as they need to meet with.

The evening will follow the agenda below:

• 4:00-6:00 pm- Teachers will be available for parents to meet and check in with in the gym, cafeteria and library.

• 6:00- 6:30 pm- Teachers will hold meetings as grade level teams preparing parents for what to expect over the course of the year. Teams will cover key dates, major projects and expectations specific to each grade level.

• 6th Grade Team Meeting: Room 124 (Mallinger’s Room)

• 7th Grade Team Meeting: Room 226 (Olsen’s Room)

• 8th Grade Team Meeting: Room 222 (Hagstrom’s Room)

• 6:30-7:00 pm- Grade Level teachers will be available in the rooms above to connect with families unable to attend their grade level sessions and answer questions.

View and order at Josten's website

•HIGHVIEW MIDDLE SCHOOL

•Event Code: FE50426

•Also Needed: Synergy Student ID

The Back to School Blast is coming up and all Highview students are invited to attend!

When: Friday, October 9th from 2:30-4:00

Where: Highview Middle School

What: There will be a dance, staff vs student football, games, face painting and FUN!

Cost: FREE to attend with concessions available for purchase.

Activity buses will have a delayed pick up that day to accommodate the end time of the party. We are hoping for a good turn out and a fun celebration!

Picture Re-take Day for all students will be on Tuesday, October 13th. This is completely optional for families. Even if you are not planning to purchase any pictures, we still need everyone to take a picture for the yearbook. Students who have not yet had their photo taken this year will get their picture taken on this day.

You can view your child's picture on the Josten's website.

Our event code is: FE50426. If you would like your child to have a retake, please indicate that on the Josten's website. If you have questions, please main office at Highview at 651-621-6700.

Does your child enjoy science, solving problems, conducting experiments, or designing and building things? Highview is launching a Science Olympiad team! Students will work with teammates to prepare for events in life science, earth science, chemistry, physics, engineering, and scientific inquiry. Our goal is to compete in the Minnesota regional tournament this winter.

Science Olympiad is open to all interested Highview students. No previous competition experience is needed! Students who would like to learn more should attend our after-school information meeting.

When: Monday, October 5, after school

Where: Room 228

What: Learn about Science Olympiad, explore this year’s events, and find out how to join the team

Activity buses will be available after the meeting. Please contact Ms. Drimel with any questions. leslie.drimel@moundsviewschools.org

167 District students have earned an associate degree at high school graduation since the Early College program began.

This Farm to School Thursday, students tried Minnesota-cultivated wild rice sourced from Nawapo and cabbage slaw made with locally grown cabbage from Open Hands Farm.Wild rice provides fiber to help support healthy digestion, while cabbage contains vitamin C to help support a healthy immune system.

The Mounds View Public Schools Curriculum Advisory Committee is seeking representatives to serve on the committee for the 2026-2027 school year. Committee members work in partnership with the district and community to gain knowledge and provide feedback about curriculum and other instructional issues. If you are interested in applying to be a part of the CAC, please complete the Mounds View Curriculum Advisory Application. The application will close on Friday, October 9th.

Please see the Mounds View Curriculum Advisory website for meeting dates, past topics and other important information regarding the committee. If you have questions, please contact Beth Snyder at 651.621.6047 or by email at elizabeth.snyder@moundsviewschools.org .

The Nordic coach is hosting a google meet preseason meeting on Sunday (10/4) from 7:30-8:30 PM. Use this link to log in: https://meet.google.com/ipr-vapf-joe.

Discussion items include:

• Season Calendar
• Boosters: Expenses and Fundraiser
• Equipment needs, suggestions and timelines
• Miscellaneous and Q/A

Contact coach Kevin Ousdigian (kevin.ousdigian@gmail.com), if you have questions or are a new skier and would like to be added to communications.

Show your school spirit! Shop from a selection of t-shirts, hats, sweatshirts, vests and other accessories for your school at mvpschools.org/spiritwear.

We have a new process on entering into the Front Office...

Press and release button: A single press activates the camera, turns on the LED illumination, and sends the chime to the front desk. Please wait to speak until after the chime.

You will be asked to identify yourself. Once your identity is verified, you will be promptly admitted. Thank you for your cooperation.

To ensure the safety of all students we ask that you present identification when you pick your child up from school. We appreciate your commitment to student safety.

Thursday, October 8 - Communication Night 4:00-7:00pm

Friday, October 9 - Fall Student Party 2:30-4:00pm

Monday, October 12 - No School for Students

Tuesday, October 13 - Picture Re-Take Day

Thursday, October 15 - No School- MEA Break

Friday, October 16 - No School- MEA Break

Thursday, October 29 - Highview Musical 7:00-8:30pm

Friday, October 30 - Highview Musical 7:00-8:30 pm

Saturday, October 31 - Highview Musical 1:00-2:30pm

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