The Weekly Highlander

Student life at Hewes is in full swing a we start September. We held our first school dance today, and even in the heat, the students had a great time. Thank you to our ASB students and Mr.Jennings for putting together a great event. Next week, on Wednesday, September 11th, we will be holding an interest meeting for all students wanting to create a club this year. There is a link in this newsletter with more information, and additional dates to create a student-led club. Cross Country will be starting soon and all students interested in participating must turn in a permission slip by Friday, September 13th. Additional information and important dates for the season are also in this newsletter.

We are also looking for an interested student to serve on the School Site Council. The nomination form will be emailed to students and parents, and interested students are encouraged to self-nominate for this position. An election will be held in homeroom on Wednesday. Nominations will close on Tuesday at noon. Students must be logged into their mytusd account to be able to complete the Google Nomination Form.

We have a busy month ahead so please stay connected to Hewes by checking our website and following us on Instagram @heweshighlanders for the latest information and news.

Sahra Tanikawa, Principal

If you are interested in supporting Club Rush at Hewes, please consider buying supplies from the Amazon Wish List. Poster boards, decorations, and treats for the club rush tables are great to have, and providing students with supplies to market their club is appreciated.

Cross Country will begin on Monday, September 16th, and conclude with City Finals on November 8th. In order for students to participate in cross-country, permission slips must be turned in to Mr. Visser or Mr. Foley on or before Friday, September 13th. Permission slips are available through the Hewes website, the front office, Mr. Foley, or Mr. Visser. The permission slip is also linked below to print at home along with detailed information about practices, scrimmages, and a calendar for the season.

Congratulations to Mr.Foley for being recognized as this week's Faculty Friday. Mr.Foley is new to the Hewes staff but has quickly become a fixture on campus. He can be seen out front before and after school greeting students, welcoming them to campus, and sending them home each afternoon. He supports students with his positive attitude and has helped in so many ways in a short time. We appreciate your commitment to our students and your support for Hewes. THANK YOU!

The Hewes staff is recognizing HIGHLANDERS “H” FOR A DAY AWARD! Highlander for a Day is a program at Hewes Middle School that celebrates students for incredible moments in the areas of Respect, Responsibility, and Results.

The Hewes Mental Health Specialist, Jennifer Wongyai, is on campus 3 days a week to support the students at Hewes. She is also focused on providing information and resources to our families so they and create a supportive environment for our students at home. Please see the Back to School Newsletter and complete this SURVEY so we can learn how to best support your needs this school year.

Please welcome Ms. Joo to the Hewes staff. She is our school psychologist who works to support students in their learning, behavior and mental health. Last year she worked at Washington Middle School in La Habra and she attended middle school at Lexington Junior High in Anaheim. Please welcome her to campus and we are so excited to have her on our staff.

FUN FACT: She loves Kia Souls! I’m on my second Kia Soul and plan to drive them forever

Sixth-grade families interested in the ELOP after-school program need to reach out to Nancy Roman at the YMCA. The best way to connect is to email her directly at nroman@ymcaoc.org. She will be able to provide information about eligibility and registration.

• Monday & Tuesday, September 9th and 10th - library is closed before and after school
  
• Wednesday, September 11th - Lunchtime meeting fr club organizers in the MPR
• Friday, September 13 Cross Country Permission Slips DUE
• Monday, September 16 - Cross Country Practice Starts
• Tuesday, September 17th - 1:30 pm PTA Meeting in the library
• Wednesday, September 18th - deadline to turn in applications to create a club
  
• Wednesday, September 18th - Honor Roll Social for 7th and 8th graders 2:15pm - 2:45pm
• Friday, September 20th - PTA Fun Friday at Lunch
• Wednesday, September 25th - COLOR RUN 2:15 pm - 2:45 pm
• Wednesday, September 25th - Celebration of Schools with Dr.Johnson 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
• Week of September 23rd - CONFERENCE WEEK - Minimum Days - Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri
• Friday, September 27th - 11:30am Student Recognition Assembly
• Wednesday, October - Pathways to Success Event at Foothill
• Sunday, November 3 - DINO DASH

Website: https://hewes.tustin.k12.ca.us/

Location: 13232 Hewes Avenue, Santa Ana, CA, USA

Instagram: @heweshighlanders

FaceBook: Hewes Middle School

Phone: (714) 730-7348