Hixson Happenings

October 8 - 20 - Book Fair

October 14 - PTO meeting in Hixson Library, 5:15 pm
October 15 - Kona Ice visit during lunches

October 19 & 20 - Virtual Parent Teacher Conferences, 4pm - 8pm

October 21 - Virtual Parent Teacher Conferences - 9am - 4pm; NO SCHOOL for students

October 22 - NO SCHOOL

November 1 - Professional Development day - NO SCHOOL
November 24 - 26 - Thanksgiving Break

On October 5, 2021, Hixson Middle School was been awarded Sprout Level recognition by Missouri Green Schools (MGS) for taking steps towards making an impactful difference in the lives of our students, staff, and surrounding communities. We were recognized for the work that Mr. Hayes is leading with our new Sustainability class and newly established community garden. Hixson was one of six schools that were recognized for their accomplishments. MGS announced the honorees today on their website and in their social media.

I would like to send a very special thank you to Mr. Hayes for all of the amazing work that he has done so far to engage students in this important learning, including creating a Sustainability class/curriculum and our amazing garden. I am looking forward to all of the excitement and innovation that this course will generate from our students now and in the future. THANK YOU MR. HAYES!

Please click the link below to read information about the Scholastic Book Fair at Hixson Middle School. It starts October 8, 2021 and ends October 20, 2021.

Please read the information below from the Hixson PTO!

PTO Meeting - October 14 in Hixson Library at 5:15 pm OR via Zoom

Hixson Middle School

PTO 2021-22 Executive Board

Co-Presidents: Carla Grundy and Saneta Thurmon

Co-VP: Sarah Middendorf and Eran Schuettpelz

Co-Secretaries: Cherie McCoy and Amanda Hancock

Co-Treasurer: Rebecca Dorhman and Cassie McCarthy

House Tour Co-chairs: Teresa Herrell and Karen Renner

Meetings: Second Thursday of the month--time and place TBD

PTO Email: hixsonmiddlepto@gmail.com

Family Directory: Coming soon!

Our virtual parent/teacher conferences will take place October 19 - 21. We are asking parents to please abide by the time limits set for conferences. Since conferences are virtual, teachers will likely have other parents in the waiting room who are waiting for their turn to talk to them. Teachers will end conferences on time so that they don't keep other parents waiting. Conferences will end promptly at 8:00 pm on October 19 and 20, and promptly at 4:00 pm on October 21. Thank you so much for understanding.

To schedule a meeting with your child’s teachers, please visit the link below.

https://ptcfast.com/schools/Hixson_Middle_School_1.

Please note: 7th & 8th grade math, PE, and elective teachers will meet separately from the team conference. If you would like to meet with these teachers, you will need to schedule additional conferences.

You will receive a link to a Zoom meeting in your confirmation email. You will use this link to attend your conference. We will send reminders and further information regarding Zoom links closer to conference days.

Part of our COVID protocols is to limit non-essential visitors in the building. Parents, if you need to meet with a Hixson staff member, please reach out to us via email or phone first. Then, if it is necessary to meet in person, we will make an appointment with you.

In addition, please remember that the Main Office is located on the Elm parking lot, not in the back of the building that faces highway 44 (circle drive). All visitor check in, late arrivals, and early dismissals take place at the Main Entrance. Please do not enter the building from any entrance other than the Main Entrance, and of course, without an appointment.

Reporting an Absence

Please call the office at 314-963-6450 to report an absence. Follow the prompts to speak to the appropriate staff member who will update your student's attendance.

Student Late Arrival and Early Pick Up Procedures

For students who arrive at school late and for those who are being picked up early, we will use the following procedures. Non-essential visitors will not be allowed to enter the building.

Late Arrival Procedure

• Parents should not enter the building to sign their student in.

• Park in front of the Main Entrance near the Library.

• Your student should enter the Main Office lobby to sign in with Ms. Hicks. She will write your student a pass to class.

• Students should make sure they are wearing a mask upon entering the building.

Early Pick Up Procedure

• Parents should not enter the building to sign their student out.

• Park in front of the Main Entrance near the Library.

• Call the school office at 314-963-6450 and follow the prompts to be transferred to Ms. Finn, Hixson’s receptionist, who handles early dismissal.

• Mrs. Finn will call your student to the Main Office to sign out.

• Your student will exit the Main Office.

As you know, the Webster Groves School district has a mask mandate. All students and staff members are required to wear a mask at all times while inside the building. Parents, please review proper mask wearing with your student, making sure it is the proper fit and covers the face and nose at all times. Additionally, please make sure your student is wearing a mask to school everyday. Parents, if you ever have to come into the building, please make sure you are wearing your mask properly as well. The mask mandate applies to anyone who enters the building.

Thank you so much for supporting Hixson Middle School with reinforcing proper mask wearing!

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

We are very excited about our upcoming Community Open House on Sunday, September 19 from 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm. We are featured in the Webster-Kirkwood Times today! Please click the link below to read the article!

Tour New Hixson Additions on Sunday, Sept. 19