Focus On Education

After an amazing opening weekend that wowed audiences, Hobart High School Theatre is back with a special double-feature this Friday and Saturday at 7 p.m.!

The evening starts with Drop Dead, Juliet!, a hilarious twist on Shakespeare’s classic. Juliet rewrites the story to add more romance and fewer deaths, sparking laugh-out-loud chaos on stage. This is the show our students will take to Regionals next month, so it’s the perfect chance to cheer them on before competition!

Then, don’t miss SIX: Teen Edition, a high-energy musical where the six wives of Henry VIII take the stage to share their stories through catchy songs, bold choreography, and plenty of attitude.

🎭 Two shows, one unforgettable evening! Come support our talented Brickie performers, you won’t want to miss it!

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Click here to check out "The Brickie Network," a newsletter where you can find tons of important information for the 25-26 school year!

Khanmigo is an innovative AI-powered tutoring tool that can support your student around the clock. Khanmigo offers personalized assistance, making learning engaging and accessible anytime, anywhere. Click HERE to learn about Khanmigo from our very own Mrs. Higgason.

Khanmigo Writing Coach is designed by teachers with the purpose of producing better writers. Instead of just generating AI feedback or grading essays, Writing Coach supports students during each stage of the writing process without doing any of the writing for them. Click HERE to learn more about Khanmigo Writing Coach

November is National Family Literacy Month—a perfect time to build joyful reading routines at home. Decades of research show that when families read together, children develop stronger vocabulary, comprehension, and long-term reading confidence.

The School City of Hobart has a strong partnership with Khan Academy and we recognize that with the Khan Academy Kids app, it’s easy to make reading part of every day:

- Browse the free Library for storybooks, nonfiction titles, and early readers—right in the app.

- Turn on Read-to-Me narration and word highlighting so kids can follow along and connect print to sound.

- Try phonics and sight-word activities in the Reading and Letters areas to reinforce new skills through play.

- Make it a routine: a short story at breakfast, a bedtime read-aloud, or a weekend “family book club.”

Small moments add up. Even 10 minutes of reading together can spark big growth and a lifelong love of books. Explore Books in Khan Academy Kids today!

Check out the November Nurse's Corner to learn about immunizations, sports physicals, and other important information about keeping your student healthy!

Click here to check out information on meal balances, statements, and food service payment.

Click here for a detailed view of the Skyward Free and Reduced Lunch application process!

Last year's Free/Reduced meal applications have expired, but we can help with that! Click here and choose the "Meal Applications" button to start a new application!

Research challenges idea that vaping could be healthier alternative to smoking, say authors of research. Read more here! It’s no wonder a person becomes addicted to vaping so quickly with the amount of nicotine being ingested!

Indiana has several FREE resources for adults and students.

Click here for more resources for students and/or here for help on becoming a smoke-free teen!

Additional information and resources:

*Contact the SRO officer at each school

*Vape Free Indiana
in.gov/vapefreeindiana

*Indiana High School Athletic Association and Indiana Department of Health partnership

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Truth Initiative

New study: Text message quit-vaping program can help young people quit both nicotine and cannabis

Check out the SEL page for great tips and advice for Social Emotional Learning for students, parents, and families! Lots of great information with what we do in school with students and what you can do at home.

Parents are a model for their children. THINK before posting and sharing information. Be kind and considerate of others and yourself. Click here for an article from All Pro Dad about things to consider before posting to social media.

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