Week of 4/8/2018

Quote of the Week:


Good afternoon,

We are about to embark on another great week at Hilsman Middle School! The year is coming to a close really fast. The students are anxiously moving about the building and emotions are running high. Please continue to speak to your child about their behavior, remaining focused, and finishing the year strong. Additionally, encourage them to make good decisions in an out of school. There is a lot going on in our school community that is impacting some of our students. It is important that we guide our students in the right direction and help them to realize that school is a safe place. This requires support, time, and a little more effort on all of our behalf. Please support our staff as we work to encourage our students in and out of school. 

Below you find a few reminders for the week. If you have any questions or concerns, do not hesitate to contact the school. I hope that you enjoyed your weekend and I will see you soon!

Principal Tolbert

Announcements:

Hilsman was buzzing with exciting news this weekend! Congratulations are in order for:

Mrs. Rene Smith Martin! She got married this weekend and was absolutely stunning! Congratulations Mrs. Martin! 

The Supreme 14 won 1st the place award in The Annual Youth Step Show this weekend. Congratulations to all of our steppers! They did a great job. A huge thank you to Mrs. McDavid, Coach Torrence, and Ms. Armstrong for their help with our team! 

Several of our students participated in The Special Olympics last Friday at Clarke Central. Many of them placed 1st place in the events. Hats off to our team of teachers for  always supporting our students! 

If you missed your conference, you still have time to make it up! Contact the school to reschedule your conference! 

Testing is quickly approaching. As students begin to prepare, be sure to look for signs of testing anxiety. If your child is in need of some calming strategies or want to talk to a counselor, please contact Mrs. Moore or Mrs. Callahan.

Message from Mr. Forker

Milestones Testing is coming up. Please be sure to encourage your student to study and prepare.  During testing times, it is very important that your student gets a good rest.  

Testing dates are as follows.   It is very important for your student to be at school and on time.

End of Grade Test Dates

4/17 -ELA Section 1
   4/18 - ELA Make-Up

4/19- ELA Section II and III

    4/20 - ELA Make-Up

4/24 - Math Section I

         - Afternoon Make-ups
4/25 - Math Section II
        - Afternoon Make-ups

4/26 - Science Section I & II
         - Afternoon Make-ups

4/27 - Social Studies I & II
         - Afternoon Make-ups

End of Course Tests Dates

5/7 & 5/8 - Math EOC

5/9 - Science EOC 

HS Final Exams

5/15 - 5/17 - Span and French Final Exams

If you would like your student to practice online, please follow this link to a resource from the GA EXPERIENCE ONLINE Department of Education.

Also, a letter regarding testing was sent home with your student on Friday 4/6.  Here is a link to is in case it didn't get to you:  2018 Parent Letter

Message from Mrs. Hughes

Fatz Breakfast & Silent Auction Fundraiser on Saturday, April 14 

Purpose:  Fundraiser for Science & Energy Team field trips and service projects

Date: Saturday, April 14

Location:  Fatz Cafe on Lexington Road in Athens

Breakfast Served:  8:00-10:00 am

Silent Auction Bidding Ends:  10:00 am

Menu:  Pancakes, Sausage, Fruit, & a Beverage

Tickets:  $10 for adults, $6 for children

Tickets can be purchased in advance from any Science & Energy Team member or purchased at the door.

Flower Power & Nature’s Vision Internet Fundraisers End:  Saturday, April 22

Flower Power Fundraiser Link: http://www.flowerpowerfundraising.com/campaign?campaign_id=25913

Nature's Vision Fundraiser Link: http://www.naturesvisionfundraising.com/index.cfm

Nature's Vision Organization Code: 46537

Message from The Counselors

Day as a Dawg: An information table was set up at parent teacher conferences and Inspire UGA came during lunch on Friday to pass out more information to students about this event. All applications will be due in the Counseling Department by April 13th. Please see below for more information.

Dear Parents/Guardians,

Each year, Inspire UGA hosts Day as a Dawg, an event where we teach your 8th grader information on how to succeed in high school and beyond. This year, Day as a Dawg will take place on April 21, 2018, and we want your 8th grader to be there! Day as a Dawg is a completely free event that includes breakfast, lunch, and a complimentary T-shirt for your student to remember the day. After Day as a Dawg, your 8th grader will feel more prepared to transition into high school.

Sincerely,

Inspire UGA

inspireathensuga@gmail.com

www.facebook.com/inspireathens”

Week at a Glance

Monday-NO SCHOOL


Tuesday
21st Century
PSP


Wednesday
21st Century
World Language Tutoring 4:00-5:30

Thursday
21st Century


Friday
21st Century


Saturday
Saturday School 8:30 am-12:00 pm