Hastings Happenings
Ms. Calvert consistently demonstrates what it means to be an empathetic and open-minded member of our Hastings community. She genuinely cares for her students, her colleagues, and the entire Hastings community. Whenever someone is in need, Ms. Calvert is often the first to step up, offer support, and lend a helping hand.
The environment she creates for students is warm, welcoming, inviting, and fun, while still maintaining high expectations and academic rigor. She has a special way of making students feel valued, supported, and challenged in and out of her General Music classroom.
Thank you, Ms. Calvert, for the countless ways you show up for others and for the positive impact you make at Hastings and throughout the UA community. Your empathy and open-mindedness make our community a better place!
Europe Trip 2028
Students in current grades 6-8 at both Hastings and Jones midde schools have an exciting opportunity to travel to Europe in 2028! Mademoiselle Newcomer (French teacher at Jones) is leading a trip to France, Switzerland and Germany, and it's not too late to sign up and receive a discount, even if you didn't get to attend the informational meeting. Those who sign up by Monday, November 9 will receive $250 off the price. Visit www.eftours.com/tour-website/3116001FV to enroll or get more information.
Email Mademoiselle Newcomer (knewcomer@uaschools.org) with questions.
🐝 Spelling Bee 🐝
Who: ANY Hastings student
What: Demonstrate spelling prowess in a written, 40 word test
Where: Hastings Media Center
When: December 2nd from 3:30-3:50
Why: top scorers will compete against Jones students in an "old fashioned" stand-up and spell competition on January 13th @ Jones. First and second place finishers receive trophies!!!
Lists with ~450 potential words to be used on December 2nd can be found HERE or there are paper copies outside room 203 (Mrs. Flowers' room).
Questions? Contact Dana Flowers (dflowers@uaschools.org)
Tri-Village Packers: Thanksgiving and Winter Break Food Distribution
Upper Arlington Schools is partnering with the Tri-Village Packers for their Thanksgiving break and winter break food distribution programs. The Tri-Village Packers will distribute grocery items for the children of families in the Upper Arlington school district for the days out of school over Thanksgiving break (November 25-29) and winter break (December 21-January 4). The food will be provided at no cost for children who would benefit from the support.
To sign up to receive food for Thanksgiving and/or winter breaks, please complete this form by the end of the day on Monday, November 9, 2026. The school district will keep the information you provide in the form confidential unless you request otherwise.
No new information this week!
8th Grade Signs of Suicide (SOS) Program
On December 7th and 8th, all 8th grade students will participate in the Signs of Suicide (SOS) prevention program. This program teaches students about the warning signs of depression and suicide, encourages help-seeking behaviors, and reinforces the importance of reaching out to a trusted adult when they or someone they know may be struggling. To learn more about the program, visit the Signs of Suicide Student Website.
If you do not wish for your child to participate, please complete the opt-out form linked below.
UA Middle School Athletics Fundraiser!
Treat yourself to some delicious Toft’s Ice Cream while supporting UA Middle School Athletics! All proceeds from this fundraiser will directly benefit our middle school athletic department.
Click the yellow “Upper Arlington Middle School Winter Sports Fundraiser” button below or scan the QR code to learn more and purchase your quarts.
Thank you for supporting our Golden Bears! 🐻💛🖤
Beginning in November, Hastings PTO meetings will move to the third Thursday of each month to avoid conflicts with other PTO meetings and make it easier for families to attend.
Next meeting: Thursday, November 19 | 7 PM | Hastings Commons
There is no December meeting. All Hastings families are welcome!
Hastings Middle School Ski Club Spirit Wear Available Now!
Show your support while staying cozy this winter. From hoodies to hats, to hair accessories and pajama pants, your purchase supports the Hastings PTO.
Click the link NOW to order from ➜ Ski Club Spirit Wear Store
Wednesday, November 11
Help our eighth graders welcome and honor community veterans at this special Hastings tradition.
Open volunteer opportunities include:
Setup: 11:30 AM–1 PM
Cleanup: 3–3:45 PM
Photographer: 1–3:20 PM
You can also donate bottled water or contribute $10 toward supplies and gifts.
Holiday favorites that give back!
Our holiday fundraiser with Foertmeyer & Sons begins October 28! Shop traditional poinsettias, live greenery, scented candles, and other winter favorites while supporting the Hastings PTO.
Orders open October 28 • Delivery December 8
Watch for the ordering link when the sale opens!
Save The Date! Tuesday, November 10 @ Kingsdale
