HCMS May Newsletter
May 2026
June 2026 Newsletter
Notes from the Hickory Creek Administration Team
Our doors are always open should you have questions, compliments or concerns. We know that in order to provide the best education for the "Whole Child" our partnerships with caregivers and parents are essential. You will find our email addresses below.
We hope that everyone has a safe and memorable summer!
Sincerely,
Tricia Dotson - Principal (tdotson@fsd157c.org)
Jason Crockett- Assistant Principal (jcrockett@fsd157c.org)
Tyler Sinclair- Assistant Principal (tsinclair@fsd157c.org
2025-2026 School Theme
2025-2026 Hickory Creek Middle School Goals
Academic Goal:
- We will continue to provide rigor and opportunity for academic growth to all students in grades 6th- 8th.
Social/Emotional Goal:
- We will support staff and student social and emotional needs and enhance the opportunity for growth in relationships with one another.
Communication Goal:
- We will increase opportunities for family engagement both during the school day and through extra-curricular activities.
Safety Goal:
- We will provide a safe learning environment for staff and students in our learning community.
Important Dates
June 2026
Our summer office hours are 7:00 A.M. - 3:30 P.M.
We will be closed on the following days:
- June 19th
- June 26th
July 2026
Our summer office hours are 7:00 A.M. - 3:30 P.M.
We will be closed on the following days:
- July 3rd
- July 6th
- July 10th
- July 17th
- July 24th
- July 31st
Congratulations to the Graduating Class of 2026 and Families!
Important Reminders
Register for the 2026-2027 School Year
Reminder to register for the 26-27 School Year!
You should have received a letter in the mail in late March/early April with a SNAP code to enter in this link.
If you did not receive a SNAP code, please ensure that you have verified your residency for next year with the district registrar.
Any questions can be directed to cbrooks@fsd157c.org
School Physicals
Make those appointments today
- Be sure to get your school physicals and dental exams completed this summer.
- Physicals can be dropped off to the HCMS office at anytime.
- All athletes will need a sports physical before trying out for any upcoming activities.
PE Uniforms for the 26-27 School Year
Be sure to order before July 19th
All Hickory Creek students will need a PE uniform for the upcoming school year. Returning students may use uniforms from this past year or order a new one. There are new options for long sleeves and sweatpants this year for those interested.
- All orders must be placed by July 19th in order to be picked up at the Hickory Creek Meet and Greet scheduled August 19th.
Summer Band
Summer Band will be held the week of August 10th- 14th 😊