Wrangler Round Up

Happy fall, Wrangler families! It is hard to believe we are already settling into a new nine weeks! Our students are off to a great start, and it has been wonderful to see them continuing to grow, learn, and demonstrate what it means to be a Wrangler. As the weather cools down, we have plenty to look forward to around campus!

Looking ahead, Interim STAAR testing begins next week! Students will take the Reading Interim on October 29 and the Math Interim on November 5. These assessments help us monitor student progress toward grade-level expectations and identify students who may benefit from additional support, including tutoring, Math or Reading Lab classes, and other interventions to help them reach grade level by the end of the school year.

Parents, you can help your student be successful by ensuring they get a good night's sleep, eat a healthy breakfast, and bring a fully charged device to school on testing days. Please also remind your student to take their time, do their best, and take these assessments seriously. The results provide valuable information that helps us make informed decisions about how to best support each student's academic growth.

Thank you for your continued partnership and support of Hedrick Middle School. We are proud of our Wranglers and look forward to another great nine weeks together!

Warmly,

Linda Cragin, Principal

2026-2027 Spring STAAR & End-of-Course (EOC) Paper by Request (HB1225)

If a student receives Special Education or 504 services and is requesting a paper test, please contact the appropriate campus ARD or 504 committee. There is a different process and form for those requests.

House Bill 1225 provides a new optional process for school districts to provide a paper administration of a STAAR assessment to any student whose parent, guardian, or teacher requests a paper version. A request for a paper administration of spring STAAR High School EOCs and spring STAAR grades 3-8 must be submitted by 4 p.m. on December 1st and will be considered on a first come, first serve basis. The number of students who are provided a Paper by Request administration of STAAR may not exceed 3% of the number of eligible students testing. Applicants will be notified of status by 4 p.m. on December 11, 2026.

If you have any questions, please contact the LISD Assessment department at 972-350-0960.

Si un estudiante recibe servicios de Educación Especial o 504 y está solicitando una prueba en papel, comuníquese con el comité ARD o 504 del campus correspondiente. Existe un proceso y formulario diferente para esas solicitudes.

El Proyecto de Ley 1225 ofrece un nuevo proceso opcional para que los distritos escolares proporcionen una administración en papel de una evaluación STAAR a cualquier estudiante cuyo padre, tutor o profesor solicite una versión en papel. La solicitud para la administración en papel de los STAAR de primavera para secundaria y los STAAR para los grados 3-8 debe presentarse antes de las 4p.m. del 1 de diciembre y será considerada por orden de llegada. El número de estudiantes que pueden recibir una administración de STAAR en papel por solicitud no debe exceder el 3% del total de estudiantes elegibles para la prueba. Los solicitantes serán notificados sobre el estado de su solicitud antes de las 4 p.m. del 11 de diciembre de 2026.

Si tiene alguna pregunta, por favor, comuníquese con el departamento de evaluaciones de LISD al 972-350-0960.

A reminder that students wanting to attend any fine arts performances will need to be with a parent.

Make Their Special Day Unforgettable!

Want to surprise your student on their birthday? You can now put their name in lights! For just $10, send your child custom birthday wishes displayed across campus for the entire school to see.

Where It Appears:

• Outdoor Marquee: Greeting everyone as they arrive at school.

• Indoor TV Billboards: Displayed on hallway screens throughout the entire school day.
  
  

How to Reserve:

1. Submit Request & Pay Online: Complete your $10 payment at this link (RevTrak). Be sure to include your student's name and birthday in the comments when paying.

2. Enjoy the Celebration: Watch your student smile when they see their name up in lights!

Attention 8th Grade Parents: The LISD Collegiate Academy at The Colony High School is gearing up for another wonderful year of recruitment! The Collegiate Academy is a great way for LISD

students to receive college credit while still in high school. Hedrick Middle School sent a record breaking 17 students last year to be a part of this amazing program. This year we strive to send even more. Please check out the informative flyer attached.

Important Information:

October 22nd: Collegiate Counselors will be visiting Hedrick during lunches

November 11th: Parent Information Meeting @ LHS/Spanish Translation Available

November 13th - December 7th: Applications will be available in Skyward Student Access

If you have any questions, please reach out to Hedrick MS 8th Grade Counselor Mrs. Brittany Hyatt at hyattb@lisd.net or 972-350-8904.

In Lewisville ISD, the whole child is at the core of everything we do as a district,

including our students' mental, emotional and physical health. With counselors

on every campus, LISD knows parents want their children to receive an

outstanding education, but more importantly, they want their children to be

nurtured and cared for beyond just academics.

LISD provides student wellness lessons over various topics throughout the year to ensure each child receives the support they need to develop every aspect of their being. Parents can preview student wellness lessons provided by the Counseling Department by visiting the link below.

Drama Club - See Mrs. Centurion for dates and permission slips

Art Club - Wednesdays - See Mrs. James or Ms. Baker with questions

Retro Computer Club - Thursdays - See Mr. Fox with questions

Board Game Club - Every other Thursday - see Ms. Williams with questions

Parents, if you are interested in receiving food for the weekends or over breaks, please reach out to Ms. Gonzalez. She is in charge of the CIS program on campus and helps provide basic needs resources to families. She is bilingual and can assist your family in English or Spanish!

Email: gonzalezlindsy@lisd.net

Office Phone: 972-350-8920

Are you interested in learning more about Lewisville ISD and engaging in meaningful conversation about our schools? The Key Communicator Program is a three-session opportunity for parents and community members to hear directly from district leaders, learn about important initiatives, and help share accurate information within our community. If you are interested, please visit the website to learn more and complete the interest form by September 4.

Returning Students: Please be sure to complete your back to school forms and pay the yearly iPad fee to stay up to date. The last day to have forms and fees turned in is August 30th. Online payments can be made through Skyward Family Access. Cash or check payments can be made in the front office.

Broken iPad or Something Not Working: Complete a help desk ticket. Create a Ticket Here

New Students to Hedrick: iPads to new students are only issued once the 1:X form is completed in Skyward and the yearly fee is paid.

In order to attend a game/athletic competition/or special event of any kind, MIDDLE SCHOOL students MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY A PARENT/GUARDIAN. If a student shows up to a HOME or AWAY event without their ID, or their parent, they will NOT be permitted to attend and will be turned away at the door. Also, backpacks and school bags are not allowed and will not be stored. LISD has adopted a new Clear Bag Policy this year, attached, and all spectators, students and adults, must comply. Lastly, all spectators are subject to the Weapons Detection System and to help make event arrival smoother, please review the informational video HERE and see the helpful flyer below.

📚 Discover What the Lewisville Public Library Has to Offer!

In partnership with the Lewisville Public Library, we are excited to share the many free and family-friendly programs available to our students and their families this fall! From early literacy and bilingual storytimes to hands-on activities, games, crafts, and educational resources, there are opportunities for children of all ages to learn, create, and have fun together.

🌟 Celebrate Hispanic Heritage with Leche y Galletas

Families are especially invited to check out Leche y Galletas, a bilingual family program celebrating culture, community, and literacy. Enjoy cookies and milk, games, crafts, resources, and opportunities to connect with others. Leche y Galletas will take place at 6 p.m. on September 1, October 6, and November 3 in the Corner Classroom. A free ticket is required, and all are welcome!

🎨 So Much More to Explore!

The library's Fall 2026 lineup also includes Family Craft Night, Family Fun Hour, LEGO Club, Family Storytime, Star Wars Reads Day, a Fall Festival, Ready, Set, Game!, and Once Upon a Book Club for tweens. Families can also take advantage of free math tutoring for students from kindergarten through high school and resources for homeschool families.

Whether your child loves books, building, crafts, games, STEM-style exploration, or simply spending time together as a family, there is something for everyone. Check out the attached flyer for the full schedule, age recommendations, locations, and registration information! The library also offers additional children's and teen programs and online resources through its website.

Hedrick Bell Schedule

HMS Parent Orientation at-a-glance - English & Spanish

To Submit an Absence or Note, email hedrickattendance@lisd.net

Download the LISD app at https://www.lisd.net/app to check grades, attendance, school news, and more!

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