Parent Update

Congrats to our Whppurs of the Week!

Kinsey McCarthy-Grade 6

Kinsey is a kind, helpful peer who has strong work ethic in class. She participates in class and is a group leader. Her positive attitude create a wonderful learning environment for all.

Luis Castillo-Grade 6

Since coming to HMS, Luis has consistently shown a positive attitude. He works hard in class, helps his peers and demonstrates respect in each of his classes. We love having him part of HMS!

Matthew Casey-Grade 7

Matthew consistently demonstrates PAWS in all learning environments. He has great work ethic and is dedicated to learning and always doing his best. Matthew is kind and shows respect to peers and adults alike. He is a great role model for other students at HMS! Keep up the great work Matthew!

Queenie Quarcoo-Grade 7

Queenie is an active participant in class and is always positive! She always greets her peers and staff in the hallway with a wave and a smile!

Daniella Garbanzos-Grade 8

Ella always comes to class prepared and on time, submits high quality work, advocates for herself, assists her peers, and participates in in-class activities and discussions. She is a role model for her classmates! Ella is a rockstar!

Joseph Beddow-Grade 8

Joseph is a rockstar! He comes to class on time and prepared, follows expectations, works well with his peers, and submit high quality work. Joseph's kindness and work ethic are admirable! He is a role model for his peers.

Student Behavior Support

The administrative team visited all PE and Health classes on Friday. We were able to speak in front of all of our HMS students about behavior, choices and being a leader.

We revisited expectations regarding:

Physical Contact
Chromebook usage
Hallway , classroom and cafeteria
Bus
Kindness and our words matter

PBIS at HMS

A Message From Student Services

Perseverance is the ability to keep going, even when something feels difficult, frustrating, or doesn’t go as planned. Middle school is a time when students face new challenges, and learning how to work through setbacks is an important part of building confidence and resilience.

Parents can help by encouraging children to focus on effort and progress rather than perfection. When your child is struggling, try asking, “What could you try next?” or “What is one small step you can take?” Remind them that making mistakes and experiencing setbacks are normal parts of learning and growing.

Try this at home: Encourage your child to think about a time when they faced a challenge and didn’t give up. What helped them keep going? What did they learn from the experience? Celebrating persistence, even when the outcome isn't perfect, can help children develop the confidence to tackle their next challenge.
Kindly, The HMS Student Services Team

PBIS

This week, during Advisory, students continued to learn about Bully Prevention Month. Monday’s lesson was about being an upstander and putting a stop to bullying. All it takes is one person to say and do the right thing to protect others from being bullied. Students also continued to monitor their grades, set goals and learn about how Growth Mindsets can help them learn. To learn more, ask your student what it means to be an upstander.

Picture Retakes

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. Staff can have their picture taken during this time as well. More information will follow from VIP on how to view and order picture retakes.

Halloween Dance

We're excited for our students to enjoy the Halloween dance on 10/29! $10 cash at the door for entrance. Concessions sold separately.

We want to provide expectations that go alongside our event and costumes. All students must comply with these expectations.

Prompt pick up at 5:30
No weapons or props - Students should not bring any items that resemble weapons. These items will be confiscated and held in the office to be picked up by a parent or guardian.
No masks - Students cannot wear masks that cover their face.
No references to drugs or alcohol - Any outfits or items that include references to drugs or alcohol will not be permitted. Students will be asked to change or be picked up.
No inflatable costumes - Students should not wear any inflatable costumes as they present a safety concern of mobility in our school.
Students must remain in the building if attending the dance. Students will not be re-admitted into the dance if they leave school grounds.
District 300 student dress code applies for Halloween and dances. www.d300.org/DressCode as does the contents of the D300 handbook.

No School Friday, 10/30/26

There is no student attendance on Friday, 10/30/26.

Congrats to our Whppurs of the Week! Congrats to our Whppurs of the Week!