Change will not come if we wait for some other person or some other time. We are the ones we've been waiting for. We are the change that we seek. President Barak Obama
Parents,
Thank you for your patience as I have worked to craft an email to respond to many of your concerns as it relates to what is going on at Hilsman. During the last two weeks we have experienced a rise in discipline infractions. Students are blatantly engaging in disrespectful behaviors and violating the expectations. As a result we have had to implement changes to transitions, lunches, No Flex Zone rule, and incentives in order to ensure the safety and learning environment of all of our students. This is a school wide concern that may be attributed to the laser focus on making students take responsibility for their behavior and academics. We realize that not all students are engaging in inappropriate and unsafe behavior. It is not the intention of the changes to be punitive however to provide consistency and accountability. The teachers are working hard to provide instruction that is engaging and academically challenging. We have made adjustments through the use of different learning strategies to meet the needs of every student. We want to ensure that all of our students are properly prepared for the next level and are mastering standards. There is one crucial component missing to helping to solve the issues that we are facing at Hilsman and that is you, the parent. We need your input, ideas, and help if we are going to successfully end the year. I am requesting a meeting with parents at every grade level to do a mid-year check up. My goal in this meeting is to develop a plan with parental input to address grade level concerns as it relates to discipline and academics. PLEASE make every effort to attend the meetings. I strongly believe in the old proverb, "it takes a village to raise a child." It takes a community to create a successful school. I look forward to seeing you all next week.
In addition, we have been impacted by the flu and other illnesses at Hilsman. It appears that we have all been SICK. Although attendance is important, you are encouraged to keep your child(ren) at home if they are sick. Please ensure that they have been fever and vomit free for at least 24 hours before returning to school. Our custodians are working to keep our school sanitized and clean. Thanks to all of you that contributed supplies to help keep our students and staff well.
Lastly, I am asking that you keep our families in your thoughts. There are many families that are experiencing financial and health challenges. We are a family at Hilsman and family support each other.
Principal Tolbert
Announcements:
Band News
10 band students will attend the District 14 Honor Band Clinic on Friday and Saturday. Congratulations to:
Lily Gehner
Will Fang
Ben Michael
Lorelai Crook
Sakteh Chaluvadi
Dennis Maganda
Nazier Mills
Aubrey Crook
Alex Holland
Enock Maganda
Valentines Day Dance 
February 14, 2016
6:00 pm-8:00 pm
Hilsman Middle School
Please encourage your child to attend as all funds will be used to support the 8th grade field trip to Washington, D.C.
Mark Your Calendar for
at Cedar Shoals High School
When: Thursday February 9th, 2016 at 6:00pm
Where: Cedar Shoals High School Auditorium
Cedar Shoals High School would like to extend an early welcome to all 8th grade families! We are excited your students will be joining us in a few short months and we are eager to share important information with parents. You will receive information on:
- Elements for a successful transition to high school
- Freshman Academy Summer Transition Camp
- Class/schedule information
- PTSA membership & volunteer opportunities
News from Mrs. Hughes
Youth and adult sizes are $8 each.
2X-5X shirts are $12 each.
The sleeve will be customized with our school and team name along with a recycle symbol.
Hilsman is ready to take on the challenge of designing a new building. However, the design is not simply about the building but to look at what is important to the learning of our students and how it should be reflected in the building. Again, we need your help. If you would like to serve on this committee, please email Ms. Tolbert at tolbertu@clarke.k12.ga.us by Friday, February 10, 2017. As you can see from the article in the Athens Banner Herald, there are some great ideas being discussed that will positively impact our students and community.
Benchmark Review Packets
Students received a paper copy of a review packet for ELA, Math, Science, and Social Studies. Please take time and have your child complete the packets. It may appear to be a little overwhelming however, if students study the content, they will be better prepared for the Benchmark assessments. Teachers are reviewing and reteaching daily. If they have any questions, please see the teachers or contact Mrs. Hogan. Please help us to help our scholars take ownership of their learning and perform well!
Benchmark Review Packets
Students received a paper copy of a review packet for ELA, Math, Science, and Social Studies. Please take time and have your child complete the packets. It may appear to be a little overwhelming however, if students study the content, they will be better prepared for the Benchmark assessments. Teachers are reviewing and reteaching daily. If they have any questions, please see the teachers or contact Mrs. Hogan. Please help us to help our scholars take ownership of their learning and perform well!
Monday: A Day
PSP
21st Century
FFA Nursery Landscape Practice
Creed Practice during ELT.
Advisement
Tuesday: B Day
MathCounts 7:15
8:00-8:25 and 4:00-4:30 Agriculture Makeup Work Day in Ms. Smith's Room.
FFA Nursery Landscape Practice 4:00-5:00
7th Grade Parent Meeting 6:30
Wednesday: A Day
Creed Practice During ELT.
6th Grade Parent Meeting 6:30
Thursday: B Day
FFA Creed Area Contest Madison County High School.
8th Grade Parent Meeting 6:30
MathCounts Tournament at Athens Tech
FFA Permission Slips Due for UGA Basketball Game
SAE Workday 4:00-5:00 with Ms. Erin Seymour
Jaguar News!!!!
Monday 2-6-17 JV Soccer vs. West Hall 5:30/7:00
Tuesday 2-7-17 Region 8-AAAAA Basketball Tournament @ Cedar Shoals TBD
Varsity Soccer Scrimmage @ Jefferson 5:30/7:30
Wednesday 2-8-17 Varsity Girls Basketball 1st Round Tournament Game @
Flowery Branch vs. Loganville or Clarke Central 4:30
Thursday 2-9-17 Baseball Scrimmage vs. Monsignor Donovan 6:00
Friday 2-10-17 Region 8-AAAAA Basketball Semi-Finals @ CSHS TBD
Saturday 2-11-10 Region 8-AAAAA Basketball Finals @ CSHS TBD
***AS TOURNAMENT INFORMATION BECOMES FINAL IT WILL BE POSTED.
GO JAGS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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