Dear CCSD families,

As we settle into the new school year and prepare for upcoming athletic and extracurricular events, we wanted to remind you that no middle school or elementary school students may be dropped off and left unattended at any CCSD event — including athletic events, performances, or other school events. All elementary and middle school students must be accompanied by an adult (21 or older) who is expected to remain with them for the entire event.

We are continuing this approach, which was implemented last year, in order to make sure that all students and families are able to participate in and enjoy events without disruption. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. We look forward to a great year at CCSD!

Sincerely,

CCSD Administration

Parents/Guardians

Unfortunately, we have noticed a pattern wherein several students are being picked up after 4:20 pm daily. Our students are dismissed at 3:45 pm daily. We need your help in ensuring that your child is picked up in a timely manner. If your child is a car rider, please make sure you are here to pick them up by 4:00 pm daily.

Monday, September 2nd

• No School

Tuesday, September 3rd

• No School

Wednesday, September 4th

• HMS Volleyball Vs CMS 4:30 @ Hilsman Middle

Thursday, September 5th

Friday, September 6th

Vicki Milsap

Enrollment application for the Hilsman 21st Century afterschool programming are currently being accepted. Return your completed application to Mr. Smith if you wish to participate.

We are excited to announce that Chess and Community is now accepting applications for our 2024-2025 Youth Leadership cohort in Athens, GA! This is a unique opportunity to enhance our youth skills, make new friends, and become a leader in their community.

Our program is designed to empower youth through three main pillars:

1. Leadership Development & Responsibility: Explore the avenues of guiding youth in the discovery of their personal abilities and academic interest.

2. Entrepreneurship and Career Readiness: Empowering youth of Athens, GA, by rewiring the way they think about themselves and their future

3. Engagement and Respect: Make a real impact by participating in projects that improve our local community, all while developing critical thinking, strategy, and problem-solving skills in a fun and challenging environment.

Why Join?

- Leadership Development: Grow into a confident leader with the support of mentors and peers.
- Skill Building: Gain hands-on experience in chess, robotics, and so much more, which are great for college applications and future careers.
- Community Impact: Be part of a movement that makes a difference in Athens, GA!

**Applications will be passed out at orientation**

Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to challenge yourself and build a brighter future! If you have any questions or need more information, please feel free to contact us at 706-208-7045.

We look forward to seeing your application and welcoming you to our new cohort!

Parents: Important Information

Hilsman Health Center

Phone number: 706-546-7463

Open Monday-Thursday: 8am-4pm

Open Friday: 8-11:30am

Please call for an appointment for your child. At the Health Center, they will ask questions regarding

insurance, address, etc. that are unable to be answered by another person.

The nurse will make an appointment if there is an emergency involving your child after speaking with you and getting your permission.

Even though it is getting warmer, prepare now for the cold weather next fall! Purchase a blanket or beanie to support Hilsman's athletics programs by clicking here.

Blankets are $30 and beanies are $15. There are 2 weeks remaining in order to meet our order requirement -- if we don't have enough orders, you will not be charged.

Follow this link to see the counselors' corners with live links. Ms. Moore, Ms. Harrison, and Ms. Poole do an amazing job supporting our students!

Cell phone expectations:

• Students may choose to keep their cell phone and smartwatch locked securely in their school locker during the day.

• Students who carry a cell phone or smartwatch must keep them on silent and place them in the hanging pouches at the start of each class period and leave it in the pouch until the end of class.

• Students are never permitted to touch another student’s cell phone in the hanging pouches.

• Between classes and at lunch, devices must be put away in a pocket, backpack, or purse.

• Wireless earphones must remain out of sight during the school day.

• Students who do not follow these expectations will have their electronics placed in the front office for an adult to pick up.

• Hilsman Middle School assumes no liability for the theft, loss or damage of cell phones or other personal electronic devices possessed by students on school property. It is not the school’s responsibility to search for phones or other personal electronic devices

Hello Panthers, please CLICK HERE to review the criteria that students must maintain in order to participate in many Hilsman activities. Please note: there was a minor update recently to this.

Was your student absent from school? Please use this form to notify us of an excused absence. Please note that excuses must be submitted within 5 days of an absence.

• Breakfast: Breakfast starts at 8:05 am daily. Students can not bring outside food or drinks.
• Uniforms: Uniforms must be worn each school day including Fridays. The only exceptions will be designated dress-down days that will be announced by a school administrator. Note that students can wear a Hilsman spirit shirt with uniform bottoms on Fridays. CLICK HERE to review to Hilsman dress code.

• School doors open at 8:05 AM.

• Front Office Hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.

• Early Dismissal: Students may be checked out for early dismissal until 3pm. After 3pm, the front office staff is busy making sure all of our Panthers get home safely and efficiently.

• Bus Changes: To ride the bus home with a friend, parents/guardians submit the change to the front office in writing in the morning. Once our office staff verifies the information with a parent or guardian, the student will receive a pass to ride a correct bus.

• Administrators: Principal Dr. Vaughan vaughank@clarke.k12.ga.us, Assistant Principal Mr. Hussain hussainn@clarke.k12.ga.us, Assistant Principal Dr. Watkins watkinsra@clarke.k12.ga.us

• Scheduling: Our registrar, Ms. Tillotson, at tillotsonc@clarke.k12.ga.us

• Nursing, medical, and medications: Nurse Kendra Vaughn at vaughnk@clarke.k12.ga.us

• 6th Grade Team: Ms. Kahl at kahla@clarke.k12.ga.us or Mrs. Davis at davisa@clarke.k12.ga.us or Counselor Joy Moore at moorea@clarke.k12.ga.us
  
  

• 7th Grade Team: Mr. Joshua Truitt at truittj@clarke.k12.ga.us or Counselor Tikki Poole at poolel@clarke.k12.ga.us

• 8th Grade Team: Mr. Conor Naughton at naughtonc@clarke.k12.ga.us or Counselor Callie Harrison at harrisonc@clarke.k12.ga.us

• Uniform Support: Ms. Billings at billingsa@clarke.k12.ga.us

• Athletics: Athletic Director Daniel Culliver at culliverda@clarke.k12.ga.us or Assistant Athletic Director Kimberly Willingham at williamsk5@clarke.k12.ga.us

Website: https://www.clarke.k12.ga.us/Domain/24
Location: 870 Gaines School Road, Athens, GA, USA
Phone: 706 548-7281
Facebook: facebook.com/ClarkeCoSchools

Website: https://www.clarke.k12.ga.us
Location: 595 Prince Avenue, Athens, GA, USA
Phone: 706-546-7721
Facebook: facebook.com/ClarkeCoSchools