The Buccaneer Bulletin

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3/28: Academic UIL

3/31: Choir 7th & 8th UIL

4/1: Choir 7th & 8th UIL

4/2: Choir 7th & 8th UIL

4/3: Student and Staff Holiday

STAAR Testing

4/8: STAAR RLA Testing

4/14: STAAR 8th Grade Social Studies Testing

4/16: STAAR 8th Grade Science Testing

4/22: STAAR Math & Algebra Testing

This year, Dr. Null brought a special, new award to LTISD. The “Heart Award” is a recognition that celebrates the spirit, compassion, and dedication that make HBMS such a unique and meaningful place. They exemplify the heart of our campus! Today, Dr. Null and the LTISD School Board had the privilege of presenting this award to the following people:

• Teacher: Amanda Chambers - Art Teacher

• Staff Member: Esther Ortega - ESL Paraproessional

• Student: Arissa An - 8th Grade Student

• Volunteer: Roxi Tsakas

Our Buccaneers are making waves and we’re here to celebrate it! Stay connected to our campus with a weekly look at the great things happening across The Bend.

In a College and Career Exploration class, students participated in a hands-on teamwork challenge where they were tasked with building the tallest possible tower using only dry spaghetti, string, and marshmallows. This activity taught an important lesson about collaboration, communication, and problem-solving. Students quickly realized that success depended not just on individual ideas, but on how well they listened to one another, divided responsibilities, and adapted their plans when structures collapsed. The challenge highlighted how effective teamwork—an essential skill in both college and future careers—requires creativity, patience, and the ability to learn from failure together.

Enrollment interest forms for LTISD Out-of-District transfers are now open! Hudson Bend Middle School is proud to welcome students from outside the LTISD attendance zone through this program. Do you know a family who would love to attend one of the best middle schools in the Austin area but doesn’t live in our zone? Tell them to apply to HBMS and become part of the Husky community! Go Bucs!

Did an HBMS teacher or staff member do something outstanding for your child? Use the Form below to submit a CAV Kudo! Thank you for helping encourage our amazing HBMS staff!

What is the Buc Lounge?

A place where any and all students are welcome to “shop” confidentially for free items they need.

What does the Buc Lounge include?

Food, personal care items, clothing, shoes, and school supplies.

Want to donate to the Buc Lounge to provide for our students who need it? Click the link below!

Homework Help is a quiet work session facilitated by faculty members for students to get help with and complete class assignments. Please see the details below:

Homework Help AM

Days: Monday - Friday

Time: 7:20am - 8:20am

Location: Room 201 (across from the main gym)

*Before school Homework Help has a bilingual teacher available for support!*

Homework Help PM

Days: Monday - Thursday (not offered Friday afternoons)

Time: 4:15pm - 5:15pm

Location: Room 201 (across from the main gym)

*Late buses run on Wednesday afternoons at 5:15pm*

Homework Help Expectations

• Personal smart devices are not allowed to be used during this time.
• School work only - no games or socializing
• Remain in Homework Help entirety of assigned time
• Leaving early requires teacher to speak with parent

While our campus leadership team works collaboratively with all students and teachers, the following information should help you reach the appropriate administrator or counselor for your child's grade level should a question or concern arise. We are committed to serving our students and appreciate the opportunity to work together with families to support our learners.

Principal

Laura Keogh

6th Grade

Assistant Principal: Donald Roeder

Counselor: Dana Page

7th Grade

Assistant Principal: Brian Gill

Counselor: Angela Carey

8th Grade

Assistant Principal: Tatiana Chavez

Counselor: JoAnna Janecek

Stay up-to-date with campus events and activities by reading the weekly Buccaneer Bulletin. If you missed one, head over to the HBMS website under the principal page to view current and past newsletters. Feel free to share these newsletters with friends and family.

Please note that The Buccaneer Bulletin is sent to the email addresses you have listed in Skyward Family Access. If you are not receiving weekly newsletters, please verify that your information is correct in Skyward or reach out to our registrar, Christy Thompson, at thompsonc@ltisdschools.org for further assistance.

Website: ltisdschools.org/HBMS
Location: 15600 Lariat Trail, Austin, TX, USA
Phone: 512-533-6400
Facebook: Hudson Bend MS

Instagram: @hbmsbuccaneers