Good afternoon,
Thank you for another great week of school. The students are quickly getting into the daily routines and settling with their schedules. I realize that the schedule changing process was challenging however your patience was greatly appreciated. Thank you to Mrs. Brinkley for working diligently with the schedules. There are still a few minor adjustments to be made but none of which would upset a student's entire schedule. This week is going to be filled with events and meetings. Please read the announcements carefully. I also encourage you to come out, be heard, and support Hilsman in the many meetings that will be taking place this week.
As many are aware, one of our students was involved in an accident Friday after school. The student was biking home when the back of his bicycle was struck by a car, resulting in him being thrown to the ground. Thankfully, the child was not critically injured and suffered a scratch on the knee. Our staff and emergency personnel immediately responded to the accident scene. The child was released to the parents after being evaluated by EMS. Thank you to all that stopped to help and especially to the two students that alerted the school as well as assisted on the scene. It was a job well done by everyone! Although the student was not at fault, parents please remind your child to be safe when walking or biking to school. Parents we are also asking that you remain mindful of your speed in the parking lot as your are dropping off/picking up your child from school. Lastly, be sure not to block cars or park in the circle at Gaines as you are waiting to pick up your child from Hilsman. Thank you for support and we will see around campus this week!
Below are your weekly announcements:
Eclipse Ready
Monday, we will witness a spectacular event, the solar eclipse. Students are allowed to wear spirit shirts and khaki/black bottoms. I highly recommend that students wear shorts as it will be warm. We are also recommending that students bring a towel to sit on along with snacks to enjoy as they observe the eclipse. I have attached a copy of what the day at Hilsman will look like Monday. Parents are welcome to join us.
Please click below to view Monday's schedule. Thanks to Mrs. Hogan, the day is well organized to ensure that our students enjoy the eclipse, receive instruction, and are safe!
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1xTJu9dwZh3i1Fu3oVplFS7YcE1EjUoKcUb3f2v5cMr4/edit?ts=59946c07
Below is the initial letter sent from the District. This letter was sent home with all of our students.
https://docs.google.com/a/clarke.k12.ga.us/document/d/1TQhTDIXN0JrikADXVF1KJIc8oZQYT3bBl3iRIqGorBU/edit?usp=sharing_eil&ts=59934043
More correspondence was provided from the District as of Friday regarding the eclipse! Please read below:
Dear Parents,
As we prepare for the eclipse on Monday, please be reminded of the following safety precautions. It is never safe to look directly at the sun - even on a day when an eclipse is not occurring. The uniqueness of the solar eclipse on August 21 is that the brightness of the sun allows for a person to stare into the sun, creating a significant health concern. At dismissal on Monday, the sun will still be partially eclipsed and students may be tempted to look at it directly. Please share the following information with students:
- Glasses should be worn any time you look up to observe the eclipse. Remember, "if you look at the sky, cover your eyes."
- Bus windows should remain closed during the ride home from school on Monday. Opening a bus window will result in a school disciplinary action.
Bus drivers have been instructed to be vigilant about ensuring bus windows are closed on the ride home on Monday, August 21.
The event on Monday will be very exciting, but please remember to be safe!
Annual Title 1 Meeting
Our Annual Title 1 Meeting will be held Tuesday, August 22, 2017 at 6:00 pm in the Media Center. Please consider attending to hear how Title 1 impacts Hilsman.
PTO Meeting
Our first PTO meeting of the year will be held, Tuesday, August 22, 2017 at 6:30 pm in the Media Center. This is immediately following the Title 1 meeting. Again, you are encouraged to come out and get involved!
Building Construction Meeting
If you would like to be apart of the building renovation process, please join us on Wednesday, August 23, 2017 at 6:00 in the Media Center. Initial plans are completed and will be shared with the committee.
Scholastic Reading and Math Inventories
Beginning Tuesday, we will be administering a reading and math screener to all students. You may have heard this referred to as SRI or SMI. The screeners are important as the data is used to measure students' reading lexile and math fluency. It is administered electronically. Encourage your child to do their best! This data is a crucial component of students' academic progress. They MUST and NEED to take it SERIOUS!
Discipline
As the students are becoming more settled in their routines, we want to remind them of the PAWS Expectations. You are encouraged to review the expectations with your child as well as the Code of Conduct.
Uniform Reminder
We will begin issuing consequences this week for uniform violations. Students must wear a black, gold, or white polo style shirt. Pants must be khaki or black. Students can not wear leggings, jeggings, jogger, or jean material. Jackets are to be solid black, white, gray, or gold. Students are also allowed to wear Hilsman hoodies/jackets at anytime. Closed toe shoes should be worn at all times. Flip-flops and slides are not permitted. We are asking that you ensure students adhere to the uniform policy to avoid consequences. If there is any student that is in need of uniform assistance, please contact our front office.
Week at a Glance
Monday- Eclipse Day at Hilsman
Tuesday- Annual Title 1 Meeting-6:00
PTO Meeting at 6:30
SRI Administration (Reading Inventory)
Career Development Event Practice for anyone interested in competing should come to the meeting from 4:00-5:00 in Ms. Smith's room.
Wednesday-Building Construction Committee Meeting-6:00
Thursday- SMI Administration- (Math Inventory)
Friday-Spirit Shirt Day/khaki or black pants
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