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We’re thrilled to introduce the HMS Power-Hour, a dedicated hour during the school day from

12:48 PM to 1:48 PM, designed to give students academic support, flexibility, & choice. During this time, students will have the opportunity to:

• eat lunch,
• attend tutorials for extra academic help,
• participate in clubs & enrichment activities,
• work on classwork, and
• enjoy some personal recreational time to recharge.

Power-Hour eliminates the need for before or after-school commitments by offering extra help and tutoring opportunities during the school day. It encourages students to develop time management skills and make meaningful choices preparing them for the responsibilities and independence of life beyond middle school.

To ensure a safe and supportive environment, teachers and administrators will be actively present and available throughout Power-Hour to assist, supervise, and engage with students as needed.

Please utilize the pre-arranged student early check out procedures (outlined below) whenever possible. Extended wait times are likely to occur when early checkout has not been pre-arranged and a student must be located in the building during Power-Hour. The cutoff time for pre-arranged early checkout during Power-Hour is 11:48 AM.

We’re excited to bring this enriching addition to the 2025–2026 school schedule. We believe Power-Hour will be a positive and empowering part of our students' school experience!

How to pre-arrange an early checkout:

1. Submit a HMS Student Early Checkout Request Form at least 1 hour prior to student pick up time.

2. We do not accept requests more than 24 hours before the appointment date.

3. Pick ups after 4:00 PM are NOT permitted.

4. The information provided will be used to send a pass to your student so that they are ready for pick up.

How to sign-out your student from campus:

1. Come into the building with A VALID FORM OF IDENTIFICATION.

2. Only individuals listed in the student's official records will be permitted to pick up a student.

3. Please allow additional time to complete the secure sign-out process.

How to submit an absence note:

1. The HMS Student Early Checkout Request Form does not replace an absence note for a full or partial day absence.

2. Please email HMSAttendance@leanderisd.org or have your student bring an absent note to the attendance office within 48 hours of absence. (** Only an email from the parent/guardian email address we have on file will be accepted. **)

For questions regarding attendance, please contact:

Email: hmsattendance@leanderisd.org

Website: locate the “Attendance” tab on the Henry Middle School website

Phone: call the front office at 512-570-3400.

Website: hms.leanderisd.org
Location: 100 North Vista Ridge Boulevard, Cedar Park, TX, USA
Phone: 512-570-3400