Monthly Update

Dear Parents and Students,

As we wrap up the month of October, I want to take a moment to celebrate the many accomplishments of our school community. We have officially completed the first quarter of the school year, and I’m incredibly proud of the hard work and dedication shown by both students and staff.

Our attendance across grades 6–12 has been excellent, with a current daily average of TBD%, reflecting the commitment of our students and families to being present and engaged each day.

We also want to recognize the outstanding academic achievements of our students. Honor Rolls have been posted, and we are thrilled with the results—especially at the middle school level.

• 6th grade had an overwhelming start to the year with 81% of students earning a place on an Honor Roll—50% (13 students) on A/B and 31% (8 students) on All A’s.

• 7th grade celebrated 61% on the Honor Roll, with 55% (18) on A/B and 6% (2) on All A’s.

• 8th grade saw 56% of students earn Honor Roll recognition, including 32% (8) on A/B and 24% (6) on All A’s.
  In total, 55 middle school students (65%) achieved Honor Roll status—a fantastic accomplishment!

At the high school level, we are proud of the 21% of students who made the Honor Rolls, with 12 students (14%) on A/B and 6 students (7%) on All A’s. While there is room for growth, we are confident these numbers will continue to rise as we move through the year.

Our fall sports teams had successful seasons, and we are incredibly proud of their hard work and sportsmanship. We now look forward to an exciting winter basketball season and many upcoming school activities in the weeks ahead.

Thank you for your continued support and involvement in making our school a great place to learn, compete, and grow. Let’s keep the momentum going into the second quarter!

Warm regards,
Codi Montes-Dennis
Principal, Hagerman High School

On Monday, November 4, our community will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the future of Hagerman Schools through the upcoming General Obligation (GO) Bond Election. This important measure helps us continue working toward our goal of providing Hagerman students with the best possible environment to learn, grow, and succeed.

A YES vote supports much-needed investments in our school facilities, programs, and resources — without any increase in taxes. Your support directly contributes to enhancing educational opportunities and ensuring our students have access to safe, modern, and inspiring spaces to learn.

Please note, there will be no school on Election Day, and the local polling place is the Hagerman JOY Center.

We encourage all eligible community members to make their voices heard and take part in this important decision that will shape the future of our students and our school community. Your vote matters—thank you for supporting Hagerman Schools!

Congratulations to Andrew Manz, an 8th grader and the son of Josh and Mary Manz, for being selected as our Middle School Student of the Month for September. Andrew is an outstanding leader both in and out of the classroom. He currently serves as the 8th Grade Class President and Middle School Student Body President, representing his peers with responsibility and pride.

Andrew is also a dedicated athlete, participating in Bobcat football, basketball, and track, and an active member of FFA. He consistently demonstrates integrity, dependability, and a positive attitude—always willing to help others and do what’s right. We are proud to recognize Andrew for his leadership, character, and commitment to excellence.

Congratulations to Luke Gray, a junior and the son of Travis and Heidi Gray, for being named High School Student of the Month for September. Luke is an excellent student and a natural leader, consistently demonstrating dedication and integrity in all that he does.

He is an active athlete, participating on the Bobcat varsity basketball and track teams, and a committed student leader as Vice President of the Hagerman FFA Chapter and a member of the National Honor Society. Luke’s hard work, leadership, and positive example make him a role model for his peers, and we are proud to celebrate his achievements.

Congratulations to Mrs. Claudia Martinez, our Middle School Math Instructor, for being named Middle School Staff Member of the Month for September. Mrs. Martinez began her teaching career at Hagerman Elementary and joined our middle school staff last year after teaching in Artesia. She provides a supportive and engaging classroom where students can strengthen their math skills and grow in confidence. We are grateful for her dedication and positive impact on our students.

Congratulations to Mr. Andrew Rodriguez, Dean of Students, Athletic Director, and Varsity Boys Basketball Coach, for being named High School Staff Member of the Month for September. A proud graduate of Hagerman High School, Mr. Rodriguez has taught in our community for several years, providing outstanding leadership in the science department and the Systems Go program. His dedication to students, athletics, and the Hagerman community makes him an invaluable part of our staff.

We are thankful to have both Mrs. Martinez and Mr. Rodriguez as part of our Hagerman family!

We are excited to invite our families to the Annual Thanksgiving Luncheon on Wednesday, November 13, in the Cafeteria! Serving will be from 10:50 AM to 12:30 PM.

Tickets go on sale Monday, November 3, in the front office of each building. Prices are $8 for adults and $4.50 for non-school-aged children. Hagerman students eat free! Tickets must be purchased by Tuesday, November 12—no tickets will be sold the day of the luncheon.

Families are welcome to join their students for lunch. Secondary students may eat with younger siblings, but they must be checked out in person by a parent or guardian (no phone calls, please). Students wishing to return to class after lunch must check back in through the office.

Luncheon Schedule:

• K-2: 10:55 – 11:25 AM

• 3-5: 11:30 – 12:00 PM

• 6-12: 12:15 – 12:30 PM (secondary lunch ends at 12:45)

We look forward to having our families on campus to celebrate the season together!

NOVEMBER -

4 No School - Election Day - Go Vote!!

7 Friday In School

12 FAFSA Pre-ID Night, 5:30pm

13 Thanksgiving Luncheon

17 School Board Meeting, 6pm

24-28 Thanksgiving Break - No School

DECEMBER -

10 Parent Meeting for 2nd 9 Weeks, 6pm HS Commons

15 School Board Meeting, 6pm

16 Monthly Admin Meeting