Hixson Happenings

December 12 - Late Start Day

December 13 - Hixson Music Showcase, 4pm - 6pm

December 22 - January 3 - Winter Break

January 4 - School Resumes

January 9 - Late Start Day

January 9 - 11 - 6th & 7th grade Admin/Counselor registration talks

January 10 - Incoming 6th grade parent night, 6pm

January 13 - Hixson 8th grade band & Advanced Orchestra tour

January 16 - MLK Day, No School

January 17 & 18 - 6th & 7th grade course requests entered

January 23 - Late Start Day

January 26 & 27 - NWEA Test

February 24 - 8th grade glow party!

This was a really great week for our band program! The band concert on Wednesday night was really a great show, and I am so proud of our musicians for sharing their talents with us! Thank you to Mr. Mahacek, Mrs. Tokos, and Mr. Stevison for your dedication to the band program in Webster Groves!

This past weekend our two robotics teams competed at a qualifying invitational for the FIRST LEGO Challenge League. I am happy to report that out of all 18 teams at the event, one of our teams was selected to receive the CORE VALUES AWARD. The award goes to the team that displays extraordinary enthusiasm and spirit, knows they can accomplish more together than they could as individuals, and shows each other and other teams respect at all times.

Our students were really just excited to experience their first competition and had no expectations of any awards! We are so proud of all that they have accomplished thus far, and we are excited about all that they will accomplish in the future!

It's National Influenza Vaccination Week so we're encouraging everyone - especially children and others at higher risk - to protect themselves and their loved ones from flu this season by getting a flu vaccine. Currently, flu activity is elevated in our own community and across the county and there is still time to benefit from the first and most important action in preventing flu illness and potentially serious flu complications: get a flu vaccine! See additional information below on where to obtain yours today!

- St. Louis County Department of Public Health

*Schedule online

OR

*Walk-ins welcome at all 3 locations from 8am - 4:30pm. More info.

- CVS Pharmacy

*Schedule online

- Walgreens Pharmacy

*Schedule online

If you still need to pay your balance for 6th grade camp and you'd like to pay online, click the link below to submit your remaining payment. Payments are due December 16, 2022.

https://webster.revtrak.net/camp-wyman-group/#/list

Six Flags Trip

• When: Friday, May 12th, 2023

• Departure from school: 9:00am

• Arrival back to school: 5:00pm

• Students will need money for food/drink

• Cost per student: $37; if students have a Six Flags season pass, they will only need to pay $7 to cover transportation.

To pay:

• Make check payable to WGSD: drop off at Hixson main office

• Cash payments can be dropped off in a sealed envelope marked “Six Flags” with student name on the envelope at the Hixson main office

• Follow the link below to make credit card payments

• Webster Groves SD (you will need to create an account to utilize this option: All questions pertaining to this option can be answered by Sarah Magruder, Administrative Assistant. You can reach her at magruder.sarah@wgmail.org

All students will ride the bus to and from Six Flags, returning to Hixson Middle School at 5:00pm. Park Hours are 9:00am to 5:00pm on this day. VICC transportation home is available for those enrolled in the program. Scholarships are available (on a limited basis). Please contact Mr. Atterberry (atterberry.jeff@wgmail.org) or Ms. Reif (reif.lynne@wgmail.org) for more information.

8th Grade Social

When: Friday, February 24, 2023

Where: Hixson Middle School

Time: 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm

-The 8th grade social will be an after school event. To celebrate the achievements of the class of 2023, there will be a social gathering full of music, dancing and fun! This event is free and open to all 8th graders. This event is sponsored in conjunction with the Hixson PTO.

8th Grade Promotion Ceremony

• When: Monday, May 22, 2023

• Where: Webster Groves High School, Roberts Gym

• Time: 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

-The 8th grade celebration is a time to honor the Hixson 8th grade class of 2023.

-If any parent is interested in volunteering to create a video presentation honoring the class of 2023 please contact Mr. Atterberry at atterberry.jeff@wgmail.org

More communication for all events will continue to come out as we get closer to these events. As always please feel free to reach out to Mr. Atterberry at atterberry.jeff@wgmail.org or by calling 314-918-4661 with any questions.

Help MAKE HIXSON HAPPEN! Make a gift today to support the PTO Annual Fund which enhances the educational experience for EVERY HIXSON STUDENT!

Click HERE to make a gift via Paypal or send in a gift by check to the Hixson office. All gifts are tax-deductible!

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