Week of 4/30/2017

Good afternoon,

Thank you for your patience with the posting of the news. It was a busy weekend. We are back at it this week finishing up make ups for the Milestones as well as preparing for the End of Course tests. The next 15 days are filled with important events. I want to remind you to read and pay close attention to the dates and times posted in the announcements. Thank you to the parents that came out for the 8th grade Parent Meeting. Although we had a light crowd, Mrs. Varitek and Mr. Harris shared some great information to assist you with your child's transition to high school. 

If you missed the 80's Dance, you missed a treat! The students and teachers looked great. We had a ton of fun. I am sure that the students had a lot to talk about after watching a great performance by Mr. Phil! It was all a blast from the past. The adults may have had more fun than the students.

Mr. Forker and I have a busy schedule for the next 15 days. I respectfully ask that if you would like to meet with either of us that you call the front office to schedule a meeting or send an email. This will allow us to take care of our duties and responsibilities as well as attend to your concerns. Thank you in advance for your help. Also, please continue to remind your scholar to follow the expectations until the end. We have had an increase in play fights and "tissue rolling" in the restrooms. We have limited unsupervised passes for students however if there is an emergency, teachers will allow them to use the restroom or attend to the emergency. They are aware that the year is coming to an end and are pushing the limits in some areas. It is our goal to keep everyone safe as well as to end the year with all students present. 

As mentioned before, we are on the final lap of the race! Hang in there! Together we can end the year successfully. As I close please help me Congratulate our students/staff on the many wonderful events that Hilsman has received recognition within the last week! 

First Place and Heading to Nationals In Indianapolis!

Ms. Smith
Coriander McGreevy and Emma McElhannon
Tory Ratajczak and Ella Johnson
Hadiza Sarr and Serenity Howell

The following members placed second and were less than .5 from first place which is amazing!

Raquel Fillingim and Kori EdmondsBecca Thompson 

State Stock Market Game Winners-They will be the special guests of the State Superintendent tomorrow!
Gregory Stephens (Teacher)
Adam Fischer
Toby Bolton 
Vince Wesley

Our students competed against 30 highly competitive team, and clinched #6 overall. We also received a number of compliments for our students' remarkable sportsmanship, and they represented Hilsman well.

Please congratulate our students for their hard work and integrity!

U. Tolbert


Upcoming Events

On May 13, 2017 (Saturday), Hilsman will be hosting a Rising 6th Graders Transition Camp. There is no cost and transportation will be provided to students that are within the zone. Please see your child's principal or contact Ashley Destefani for more information. The deadline for registration is this Friday.

Field Day Events
6th Grade-May 8, 2017
7th Grade- May 10, 2017
8th Grade- May 12, 2017

Award Ceremonies

6th Grade- May 17, 2017 @ 9:30
7th Grade- May 16, 2017 @ 2:00
8th Grade- May 15, 2017 @ 2:00

8th Grade Semi-Formal Dance
May 11, 2017 @ 6:00

8th Grade Moving On Ceremony
May 18, 2017 @ 6:00

8th Grade Washington D. C.Trip
May 3-7, 2017

May 8, 2017 will be the last day of 21st Century

Seventh grade students who need tutoring or to make up work may stay after school with Mrs. Jones.  Please make arrangements a day in advance.  All students must be picked up by 5:00 p.m.

EOCT Finals

EOC Test for HS Physical Science - May 5 (Make-up May 8)

EOC Test for Coordinate Algebra - May 9 (Make-up May 10)

French 1 Final Exam - May 10 (Make-up May 11)

Spanish 1 Final Exam - May 16 (Make-up May 17)

Week at a Glance

Monday- B Day
21st Century


Tuesday- A Day
21st Century


Wednesday- B Day
21st Century


Thursday- A Day
21st Century


Friday- B Day