Miners in the Middle

I want to take a moment to remind families about a few important rules and expectations as we move further into the school year.

🎧 Headphones
Any headphones brought to school must remain in lockers once the first bell rings in the morning. They should not be in use during the school day unless a teacher gives permission for a specific activity.

💧 Water Bottles
Only clear, plastic water bottles are allowed at school — no glass bottles, and only water may be inside. We have both a bottle-filling station and a water fountain available in the middle school. Please note that the small paper cups in the office are only for taking medicine. Students who need a drink will need to use the fountain or bring a refillable clear bottle.

📝 Make-Up Work
If a student misses school — whether due to illness, a school activity, or another reason — it is the student’s responsibility to ask their teachers for missing work. The days allowed to make up the work begin when the student returns, not when they ask for the assignments. It is important for students to take initiative, ask what they missed, and confirm deadlines if they are unsure.

🎉 Homecoming Week
HHS All-School Homecoming is quickly approaching, with activities beginning on September 29th. You’ll find more information in this week’s newsletter about spirit week and the Homecoming parade. Please also take this time to refresh yourself on our spectator guidelines so that all events are safe, respectful, and enjoyable for everyone.

Thank you for working with us to reinforce these expectations at home. When we’re consistent, our students are set up for success!

— Mrs. Green, Principal

These are our school-wide expectations for our students. Positive behavior fosters an environment where ALL students can learn and grow. It is our hope that our HMS families will discuss our school-wide behavior expectations and encourage positive behaviors at school and home.

Our school-wide expectations extend beyond the classroom. It is important that students also realize they are accountable for their behaviors in the hallway, cafeteria and at all school sponsored activities on and off campus.

OSSAA has teamed up with COUNTRY Financial to launch the Gridiron Giveaway! This is our school’s chance to win a donation that will be presented live at the OSSAA State Football Championships, presented by COUNTRY Financial this fall. All you need to do is submit your information and give our school the opportunity to bring home the prize.

Enter by clicking here or on the image above.

Don’t miss your chance to make an impact for our school community; entries are open now!

• AR/OK State Fair

• MS Softball @ Buffalo Valley, 4pm

• MS Football @ Wilburton, 6pm

• RISE Drone Photography Workshop (must be signed up)

• MS Softball hosts Red Oak @ 3:30

• See You at the Pole before school - more info to come
• 8th Grade Career Quest @ KTC McAlester Campus - leaving around 12:15 and returning before school lets out

• No Middle School Activities

• Tulsa State Fair

NO SCHOOL for Students/Staff Work Day

MS Football hosts Warner, 6pm

Tulsa State Fair (through Oct. 6)

TSF Livestock Judging Contest(National Western Qualifying Contest)

MS Football host Checotah, 6pm

Midterm Exams

Midterm Exams

KTC Career Exploration - 6th and 7th Grade during Science Class

NO SCHOOL for students/Staff Work Day

MS Football hosts Atoka, 6pm

NO SCHOOL for students
Parent/Teacher Conferences 8am - 12noon

NO SCHOOL - FALL BREAK

• Morning Drop-Off – Campus opens at 7:30 AM. Students who do not ride the bus must be dropped off at the east entrance across from the Event Center.
  ❌ Do not park or drop off at the main Middle School entrance/parking lot in the morning—this area is reserved for bus routes only.
  
• Afternoon Pick-Up – Opposite of the morning: all pick-ups happen at the main Middle School entrance.
  
• Attendance Reminder - To be counted present for a class, a student must be in class for at least 30 minutes.
  
• Students more than 20 minutes late to a class (without checking into the office within that time) will be counted absent for that class.
  
• Students leaving more than 20 minutes before the dismissal bell will also be counted absent for that class.
  

To help you start strong, here are a few simple ways to set yourself up for success:

• Be organized: Use your planner daily to keep track of assignments, projects, and important dates.

• Ask for Help Early: If something doesn’t make sense, don’t wait until you’re behind — talk to your teacher or counselor right away.
• Use Your Time Wisely: Stay focused during class, and finish your homework daily.
• Be present: Attendance matters! Being here every day helps you keep up and feel confident.

• Get involved: Join a club, sport, or activity to make friends and try new things.

• Be respectful: Kindness and good behavior make our school a great place to learn. A good attitude goes a long way!

• Rest Well: Aim for at least 8 hours of sleep — and put those phones away at night so you’re ready to learn each morning!

Lockers are a middle school tradition—but they can be tricky at first!

• Don’t overstuff it – Only keep what you need for the day.

• Use shelves or organizers to make extra space.

• Practice your combination until it’s second nature.

• Avoid storing food—trust me, it will start to smell!

• Do a weekly clean-out so you can always find what you need.

Parents/Guardians: If you don't already have a login for Sylogist™Ed to monitor grades and attendance please email Mrs. Cooper in the Middle School office at amycooper@hartshorne.k12.ok.us and she can create your account.