Hixson Happenings

May 1 - School Principal's Day

May 4 - Jazz Band Concert, 6:30 pm

May 2-5: MAP Testing

May 8 - 12: Teacher Appreciation Week; Late Start Day

May 9-10: NWEA Testing

May 11 - Fine Arts Festival

May 12 - 8th grade to 6 Flags

May 22 - 8th grade Promotion Ceremony, 6pm @ Roberts Gym

May 24 - Band Pops Concert, 6pm

May 26 - Last day of school; Kona Ice visit; dismissal at 12:30 pm

August 8 - March to the Middle (6th grade orientation), 8:30 am - 11:45 am

August 17 - Open House + School Pictures, 3pm - 7pm

Introducing our newest fundraiser, dedicated to supporting Hixson student activities!

By purchasing one Hixson Hero Coupon Book for $20, you will receive coupons and discounts valued over $115! The proceeds of this fundraiser are dedicated to offsetting the costs of Hixson student experiences, including Camp Wyman, Regatta Races, and Eighth grade promotion events.

You can pick up your coupon book on May 11, at the Hixson library from 6-7.30 pm. Or your coupon book can be mailed to you for an additional $3, but if you purchase three coupon books, shipping is free!

Be sure to get your coupon book now—Quantities are limited!
https://hixsonpto.membershiptoolkit.com/store/10999

Can you be a Hixson Hero?

We will start collecting Chromebooks on May 11, 2023. We will complete our collection process by May 19, 2023. Please see the schedule for collection below.

This year's collection will take place during ELA classes. Students are expected to return their Chromebook, charger, and case in good working condition. If equipment is damaged/does not function when it is returned, or if your student does not return some or all of the equipment, then fines will be assessed and entered into the Tyler SIS portal at the time of collection. Please note, your student will not be issued another Chromebook for next year until all fines (ie: library, 6th grade camp, Chromebook, etc) are resolved. This applies to rising exiting 8th graders/rising 9th graders as well. We will provide documentation of all equipment that your student turned in at the time of collection. Parents/guardians will receive this documentation as well.

Please be aware, Chromebook insurance will be required for all school issued Chromebooks next school year (23-24). Your student will not receive a Chromebook until the insurance fee is paid. Students will still be permitted to bring their own device to school, if they choose.

Six Flags Trip

• When: Friday, May 12th, 2023

• Departure from school: 9:00am

• Arrival back to school: 5:00pm

• Students will need money for food/drink

• Cost per student: $37; if students have a Six Flags season pass, they will only need to pay $7 to cover transportation.

To pay:

• Make check payable to WGSD: drop off at Hixson main office

• Cash payments can be dropped off in a sealed envelope marked “Six Flags” with student name on the envelope at the Hixson main office

• Follow the link below to make credit card payments

• Webster Groves SD (you will need to create an account to utilize this option: All questions pertaining to this option can be answered by Sarah Magruder, Administrative Assistant. You can reach her at magruder.sarah@wgmail.org

All students will ride the bus to and from Six Flags, returning to Hixson Middle School at 5:00pm. Park Hours are 9:00am to 5:00pm on this day. VICC transportation home is available for those enrolled in the program. Scholarships are available (on a limited basis). Please contact Mr. Atterberry (atterberry.jeff@wgmail.org) or Ms. Reif (reif.lynne@wgmail.org) for more information.

More communication for all events will continue to come out as we get closer to these events. As always please feel free to reach out to Mr. Atterberry at atterberry.jeff@wgmail.org or by calling 314-918-4661 with any questions.

Dear Families,

The Freestyle Pool Pass is BACK for 2023, after seeing 56% growth in usage last summer. The Freestyle Pass removes barriers to the community swimming pool by providing free daily swim passes for individuals and families that require financial assistance. Thanks to the generosity of this community, 944 pool passes were used last summer.

If you currently are in need of financial assistance and are interested in receiving Freestyle Pool Passes (each is good for one daily admission), then please complete the WGSD Free Style Pool Pass Request Form by May 12, 2023, or contact your child’s counselor. The passes will be given to your child the week of May 22nd. During the pool season, Freestyle Pool Passes will also be available at Webster Rock Hill Ministries and inside the Rec Center front desk.

Founded in 2021, the Freestyle Pass program is a joint effort of the Webster Groves School District, the City of Webster Groves, the Alliance for Interracial Dignity, and Webster Rock Hill Ministries.

Help MAKE HIXSON HAPPEN! Make a gift today to support the PTO Annual Fund which enhances the educational experience for EVERY HIXSON STUDENT!

Click HERE to make a gift via Paypal or send in a gift by check to the Hixson office. All gifts are tax-deductible!

Email: mayes.shenita@wgmail.org
Website: https://www.webster.k12.mo.us/Hixson
Location: 630 South Elm Avenue, Webster Groves, MO, USA
Phone: 314-963-6450
Facebook: facebook.com/HixsonMiddleSchool