Meet the Administration Team- Ms. Johnson, Principal.
Mrs. Johnson is thrilled to be joining the amazing team at Hellstern Middle School! Before coming to Hellstern, she served as an assistant principal at Southwest Junior High for 7 years and spent 13 years at Kirksey Middle School in Rogers as a teacher and instructional coach. She is passionate about helping students take ownership of their learning by empowering them to understand where they are in the learning process and identify the steps they need to grow. Her goal is to ensure that the skills students develop at Hellstern will serve them well beyond the classroom.
Outside of school, Mrs. Johnson and her husband stay busy keeping up with their three children, Jevin, Emerie, and Zane, who are active in a variety of sports. When she’s not cheering from the sidelines, she enjoys reading, listening to true crime podcasts, and running. She’s currently training for a half marathon later this year.
Meet the Administration Team- Mr. Sennett
Hello! My name is Aurelian Sennett, and I am a new Assistant Principal at Hellstern Middle School! I'm thrilled to have the opportunity to work alongside the incredible students here and be a part of the Hellstern family. Prior to joining Hellstern, I spent four years teaching at Pea Ridge High School, followed by a year as an Instructional Facilitator at Don Tyson School of Innovation (DTSOI). Following that, I served as an Assistant Principal for six years at DTSOI. Outside of school, my world revolves around my family—my wonderful wife, Crystal, and our two boys, Cooper and Grant. We love spending time outdoors and making lasting memories with close friends.
Meet the Administration Team- Ms. Harrison
Misty Harrison, Assistant Principal, is a long standing member of Hellstern Middle School. This year marks her 21st year of service to Hellstern and 29th year in education overall. She spent 16 years as a math teacher and instructional facilitator before transitioning into current role. She is incredibly excited to continue serving the Hellstern Heroes staff, students, and families as we embark on another successful school year.
Get a head start!
You can go ahead and complete the Free & Reduced Lunch form.
- Click this link for the 25-26 School Cafe website.
- Click these links for the 25-26 printable paper applications (English, Spanish, Marshallese).
Complete your child's Acceptable Use Agreement (AUA).
Medication Drop-Off
If you would like to drop-off medication for your child with our school nurse, you can do this on:
- Sunday, August 3rd (1pm-3:00pm)
- Friday, August 8th (8-11am, 1-3:00pm)
If these times do not work, please email our Nurse, Ms. Cara Lawrence (clawrence@sdale.org) to make an appointment.
Cell Phones at Hellstern
Parents,
Learning is the priority at Hellstern. We want engaged learners that are not distracted by a device. At Hellstern, we have always held the expectation that phones are to be turned off and kept in a student's locker. A student is always welcome to request use of a phone, if he/she explains the need to our teachers. Students are also allowed to check phones at 3:30, once dismissal has started. It is also now state law for students to not have cell phones and smart watches during the school day.
We have experienced an increase in distracted behaviors during class time when students have access to smart watches. Our recommendation is to leave wireless earbuds/airpods, smart watches, and personal electronics at home. If your child bring them to school, they must be kept in their locker turned off. Every year, students lose these expensive devices. Wired headphones are on the school supply list for use in class. Our rules and procedures reflecting these beliefs are in our student handbook, which you will be receiving electronically.
Our goal is for students to be communicating with each other and with adults in face-to-face conversations. These skills are important for students in these critical "tween" years to practice and use daily.
From PTO
Join the PTO Facebook page to get updates from PTO.
PTO will be hosting two short meetings in the library on Locker Day (August 3rd). They will be sharing information at 1:30 & 2:15pm.
