Week of 11/5/2017

Quote of the Week:

 “There will be obstacles. There will be doubters. There will be mistakes. But with hard work, there are no limits.” —Michael Phelps

Happy Sunday,

Tomorrow will mark the beginning of another week at Hilsman Middle School. We are looking forward to our continued focus on teaching to reach every student as well as  maintaining a positive school culture. 

With the breaking of the news last week, please be assured that your child is safe at Hilsman. Although I do have not any additional information to share with you regarding the incident,  please know that the situation was handled with a sense of urgency and care. This week we will host team town hall meetings to speak with our students and to reassure them that they are safe. It is important that they know that they can trust their teachers and administrators. We want to encourage them to stay the course and remained focused on their academics and behavior. I also want to remind our community that challenges occur, we will embrace them with integrity and heart, manage the situation, and remained tuned in to the work that we MUST do for all of children.

Thank you for your support and willingness to trust the process. We are committed to producing a culture of excellence. Our data is trending higher! All of our students can and will learn. Together we will continue to be an amazing Panther Pack!

Kind Regards,

Principal Tolbert


Announcements

Fall make-up/retake pictures will be Wednesday, Nov. 8th. Students will need to be in uniform for their pictures. Payment can be made online, or you may send in a check when the proofs come back. Order forms with the online payment information can be requested from the student's homeroom teacher next week.

Social Media

Parents, please continue to speak with your children regarding their interactions on social media. We have experienced a rise in discipline infractions due to students inappropriately using social media after school hours. Many conversations have been held with students related to this behavior.  It is causing a major disruption to our learning environment. In response,  the counselors have arranged for The Cottage to come in and speak with all of our students about social media safety. Any student who continues to impede the learning of others will receive consequences as outlined by our Student Code of Conduct.

Want some fruit?

Hilsman Fruit Sale -- October 16 thru November 15

Fruit will be delivered the week of December 11

Please see Team Gora (Dorsey, Gaertig, Picha, Zabetakis) or Ms. Seymour (FACS) for more information!

All money raised will support student community based instruction and classroom activities.

Tutoring

Students of all grades are invited and encouraged to attend after school tutoring and makeup sessions with Ms. Jones each Tuesday in room 112 from 4 until 5.  Students must be picked up by 5:00 or have permission to walk home.  HOUSE POINTS AWARDED FOR ATTENDANCE!  Come help your grade AND your house!

PSP- Please return all applications to Mrs. Ward ASAP.

Service Help

Please consider contributing to helping the victims of the recent natural disasters. A penny drive, supply campaign, and Stop Hunger campaign are all part of the Hilsman Bands Together campaign.

Yearbooks are currently on sale for $22. Contact Ms. Hubbard or Mrs. Maxey for details.

News from 6th Grade

Dear 6th grade Parents and Students!

In accordance with our School Growth Plan, the sixth grade team would like to introduce intramural sports for the sixth grade students! Intramural sports are a way of respecting the individuality of each student and supporting the academic, social-emotional, and physical well being of our students. We hope that through this afterschool program students will build rapport with their peers, engage in character building, motivate the students to do well academically, strengthen student-teacher relationships, and enhance the overall culture of the school. We plan to enhance the atmosphere of the classroom by teaching students how discipline, collaboration, and hard work is rewarding and self-fulfilling. Starting Monday, November 6th, sign-ups will be available to your students to join intramural sports.  If they are interested, this program is designed for each individual to come out and join.  Intramural sports will be inclusive of boys and girls and everyone will be able to play a variety of sports, including:

·  Flag Football

·  Basketball

·  Kickball

·  Soccer

·  Pep Squad

Students will enhance their work ethic, communication, and leadership skills through team sports as they would have weekly practices at least one day a week and games at least once every other week. Students will be encouraged to not only participate in sports, but also to support their fellow classmates by attending their games. We want to encourage the students to be great team players and reliable supporters of one another.

The logistics which includes the need to have referees, field managers, concessions, uniforms, location of practices, times for the practice, a place for games, eligibility, and grade accountability will be discussed further after sign-ups and a parent meeting.

Diarra Mosley (mosleyd@clarke.k12.ga.us)

Rachel Rohrbach (rohrbachr@clarke.k12.ga.us)

Randall Watkins (watkinsra@clarke.k12.ga.us)

Week at a Glance

Monday
21st Century
FFA Floriculture Team Practice 4-6

Tuesday

21st Century
FFA Floriculture Team Practice 4-6

Wednesday

21st Century
UGA Floriculture Contest 
Building Construction Meeting- 5:30 pm (HMS Media Center)

Thursday

21st Century

Livestock Judging Practice 4:00-5:00
HMS Basketball  HMS v/s Hart County Girls 4:30, Boys 5:30 @ Home

Friday

Moonlight Madness 6:00-8:00

Week of October 30, 2017

Quote of the Week: The function of education is to teach one to think intensively and to think critically. Intelligence plus character - that is the goal of true education.

Martin Luther King, Jr.

Happy Friday,

Yes, the blog is about 3 days early! Next week is a short one but upon the students return, we will be off to a full week of instruction. We have successfully finished our first 9 weeks of school. Although we experienced some challenges, we ended our term on a high note. The student led conferences allowed students to take some much needed responsibility for their learning. They are aware of their glows and grows resulting in a burning desire to perform better. As we are moving forward and striving to be better, I am asking that we remain focused on the work that we must do as a school and a community. There are many discussions that are being held on social media, at home, and at school surrounding equity and the work that we must do to perform higher. Although I realize that the conversations must happen, I want to encourage us all not to allow them to impact the relationships that we have all worked hard to build in our community. Collectively, we will continue the work of educating our students for the future. Yes, there are many challenges but there are just as many successes. Let's keep encouraging each other to keep our focus on the progress of the students while closing the identified gaps.

Thank you to PTO for your fundraising efforts as well as your eagerness to offer assistance with our school wide events. As a school we are working to ensure that our communication is provided in a more effective and timely manner. It is our goal to keep our families and community members abreast of all school wide events and activities. If there are ever any questions regarding a school wide event, do not hesitate to email or call the school.

We are in the midst of a much needed Fall Break! I am sure that the students are just as eager as we are to have a few extra hours to simply breath and relax. Enjoy the short break. We will see you all Tuesday.

Principal Tolbert

Announcements

Chess

Coile visited Hilsman Wednesday and their top 10 chess players competed against ours in a tournament. After 6 rounds, Hilsman finished with 32.5 wins and Coile finished with 27.5 wins. Mark Gemao earned a silver medal for overall wins from an individual.

For students that did not make the top 10 from both schools, we had an individual tournament. Tom Martin earned the gold medal. 

Want some fruit?

Hilsman Fruit Sale -- October 16 thru November 15

Fruit will be delivered the week of December 11

Please see Team Gora (Dorsey, Gaertig, Picha, Zabetakis) or Ms. Seymour (FACS) for more information!

All money raised will support student community based instruction and classroom activities.

Tutoring

Students of all grades are invited and encouraged to attend after school tutoring and makeup sessions with Ms. Jones each Tuesday in room 112 from 4 until 5.  Students must be picked up by 5:00 or have permission to walk home.  HOUSE POINTS AWARDED FOR ATTENDANCE!  Come help your grade AND your house!

Please consider contributing to helping the victims of the recent natural disasters. A penny drive, supply campaign, and Stop Hunger campaign are all part of the Hilsman Bands Together campaign.

Yearbooks are currently on sale for $22. Contact Ms. Hubbard or Mrs. Maxey for details.

Arrival Time

Please be advised that students should not arrive on campus before 7:45 am. There is no one available to supervise the students and this is a safety concern. A 21st Century staff member will be on the premises to receive 21st Century students at 7:00. We also have a staff member that arrives to supervise other students that are not in the program at 7:45. It is important to us that we offer assistance to our parents that must drop our scholars off early. However we are respectfully asking that you do not drop them off before 7:45 to avoid any safety concerns.

Visitors

There is a myth that parents' help is not welcomed in middle school! This is NOT true. We welcome all of our parents in to visit, to volunteer,  as well as to observe your child's environment. Upon entering the building to volunteer or to observe,  you must be sure to sign in and get a visitor's pass. We also ask that you not interrupt the instructional time or interfere with other students. If you would like to speak to a teacher, feel free to contact them via email or by phone to schedule a conference. 

Outside Food

We are noticing an increase in outside food being brought to students during the day. Although we encourage you to have lunch with your child, outside food is not allowed in the cafeteria. The day is long and we realize many of our  students are in need of snacks to make it through the day. Please be sure that students have their snacks before arriving to school. Otherwise, snacks brought in throughout the day will be given to students after school.

No Flex Zone

This is a reminder that students are NOT allowed to have their phones during the hours of 8:25 am-3:45 pm. If phones are confiscated they can be retrieved on Tuesdays and Thursdays during the hours of 4:00 pm-5:30 pm. Parents, please remind your child about this rule and help us to help them! I would also encourage you to perform a social media check and remind our scholars about the power of their words. As a reminder, our front office staff will make every effort to get a message to a student. However instructional time will not be interrupted unless there is an emergency. Messages will be conveyed to students during transitional and lunch times. Thank you for understanding.

Building Construction Committee

The next Building Construction meeting will be held on November 8, 2017 at 5:30 in the Media Center. We invite you to join us and to have an input on the building of our new school.

Message from Mrs. Camp

Friday, November 3 is 8th Grade Band night at Cedar Shoals High School.  Interested 8th grade band students will rehearse and perform with the Cedar Shoals Marching Band at the Cedar Shoals football game.  Email Mrs. Camp campl@clarke.k12.ga.us for more details.

Families, please do not forget about our 2017 Trick or Treat for UNICEF Campaign.  Orange boxes are due back on Friday, November 3.  Boxes should be given to Ms. Maxey. Click the link below.

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  Hilsman UNICEF 2017 Campaig

Applications for our Pathways to Success Program were sent home Wednesday and Thursday. If your child received an application, please return it to Ms. Ward no later than Wednesday. 

Week at a Glance

Monday-No School

Enjoy your break

Tuesday

21st Century

Wednesday

21st Century

FFA Floral Design Work for Team Gora Prom 4:00-6:00. If you would like to help make corsages and boutonnieres please feel free to come!

Thursday

21st Century

FFA Floriculture Practice 4:00-6:00

Friday

SAE Check in class. 1 hour and 1 picture due on Google Classroom. Students should have pictures available (in their Google Drive or email) to put on the document in Google Classroom when they come to class. 

Week of 10/22/17

Quote of the Week: “I have not failed. I've just found 10,000 ways that won't work.” 
                                                    Thomas A. Edison
Happy Sunday!

As always thank you for another great week at Hilsman. Due to the number of announcements and reminders, I will not provide a message. Please read the announcements closely. I hope you all had a great weekend! We are looking forward to an awesome week.

Ms. Tolbert


PTO Announcement

PTO has extended the Tumbler Deadline to Thursday, October 26th. We encourage everyone to participate, as this is our primary fundraiser so PTO can support our teachers and students at Hilsman.  Sadly, we have less than 20 orders at this time.  If you have not received a packet, ask your student to check their backpack, and if you sent one in, please be sure your student turned it in.  It can be dropped at the front office in the morning, or sent up from home room.  Thanks to everyone who made an order, and thanks for your support!   If you would like to make a donation to support Hilsman PTO instead of participating in the Tumbler Fundraiser, PTO would gratefully accept a donation as well (checks made to Hilsman PTO).  Questions?  email matteebarkdoll@gmail.com

Arrival Time

Please be advised that students should not arrive on campus before 7:45 am. There is no one available to supervise the students and this is a safety concern. A 21st Century staff member will be on the premises to receive 21st Century students at 7:45. We also have a staff member that arrives to supervise other students that are not in the program. It is important to us that we offer assistance to our parents that must drop our scholars off early. However we are respectfully asking that you do not drop them off before 7:45 to avoid any safety concerns.

Visitors

There is a myth that parents' help is not welcomed in middle school! This is NOT true. We welcome all of our parents in to visit, to volunteer,  as well as to observe your child's environment. Upon entering the building to volunteer or to observe,  you must be sure to sign in and get a visitor's pass. We also ask that you not interrupt the instructional time or interfere with other students. If you would like to speak to a teacher, feel free to contact them via email or by phone to schedule a conference. 

Outside Food

We are noticing an increase in outside food being brought to students during the day. Although we encourage you to have lunch with your child, outside food is not allowed in the cafeteria. The day is long and we realize many of our  students are in need of snacks to make it through the day. Please be sure that students have their snacks before arriving to school. Otherwise, snacks brought in throughout the day will be given to students after school.

No Flex Zone

This is a reminder that students are NOT allowed to have their phones during the hours of 8:25 am-3:45 pm. If phones are confiscated they can be retrieved on Tuesdays and Thursdays during the hours of 4:00 pm-5:30 pm. Parents, please remind your child about this rule and help us to help them! I would also encourage you to perform a social media check and remind our scholars about the power of their words.

Red Ribbon Week:

WE ARE CELEBRATING RED RIBBON WEEK AT HILSMAN! This is the time each year when schools across the nation plan activities that promote alcohol and drug awareness and prevention. For more information, visit redribbon.org. The theme this year is "Your Future is Key, So Stay Drug Free!"

Here is what we have planned for the week:

Monday-Sock it to drugs and wear crazy socks! All students will receive an advisement lesson related to Red Ribbon Week.

Tuesday-District RED OUT Day. Wear a red shirt in support of Red Ribbon Week. Students must still wear uniform bottoms. Students will also enjoy a RED OUT menu for lunch.

Wednesday-Hilsman is also celebrating National Bullying Prevention Month. Wear an orange shirt in support of Unity Day to show that we are united against bullying. Students must still wear uniform bottoms. For more information, visit pacer.org/bullying.

 

Thursday-Put a lid on drugs and wear a hat! 

In addition, The Healthy Brain Campaign will have a table set up at lunch to provide more information about drugs and making healthy choices. Students can sign the Red Ribbon Week Pledge at lunch and commit to being drug free.

News from Ms. Smith

There will be no FFA/Ag Activities next week due to National FFA Convention! 

Tutoring Opportunities

Students of all grades are invited and encouraged to attend after school tutoring and makeup sessions with Ms. Jones each Tuesday in room 112 from 4 until 5.  Students must be picked up by 5:00 or have permission to walk home.  HOUSE POINTS AWARDED FOR ATTENDANCE!  Come help your grade AND your house!

7th Grade News

Include a link to the 7th Grade Electronic Newsletter:  http://hilsman7.blogspot.com/2017/10/7th-grade-news-october-23-30-2017.html

Monday

• 21st Century
• Sock it to drugs and wear crazy socks! All students will receive an advisement lesson related to Red Ribbon Week.
• Boys BB Practice 4:00 - 6:00
• Girls BB Practice 6:00-8:00

Tuesday

• 21st Century
• District RED OUT Day. Wear a red shirt in support of Red Ribbon Week. Students must still wear uniform bottoms. Students will also enjoy a RED OUT menu for lunch.
• 6th Grade Math and SS Tutoring 4:00-5:00-Thompson and Archer
• Boys BB Practice 4:00 - 6:00
• Girls BB Practice 6:00-8:00

Wednesday

• 21st Century
• Hilsman is also celebrating National Bullying Prevention Month. Wear an orange shirt in support of Unity Day to show that we are united against bullying. Students must still wear uniform bottoms. For more information, visit pacer.org/bullying.
• 6th Grade Math Tutoring 7:30 am- Ms. Steele
• Boys BB Practice 4:00 - 6:00
• Girls BB Practice 6:00-8:00

Thursday

• 21st Century
• Put a lid on drugs and wear a hat! 
• Boys BB Practice 4:00 - 6:00
• Girls BB Practice 6:00-8:00
• 6th Grade Science Tutoring 4:00-5:00 Rhorbach

Friday

Week of 10/16/17

Quote of the Week:              A FIXED MINDSET SAYS:
                                "YOU CAN EAT THAT PIECE OF CANDY"
                                            A GROWTH MINDSET SAYS:
                                 " I BET YOU CAN'T EAT THE ENTIRE BAG."
                                               -CHALLENGE ACCEPTED-

Happy Friday!

It has been an incredible week at Hilsman. We had Mrs. Mulholland, an original Freedom Rider, visit with our 8th graders, almost completed our first student led conferences, and successfully finished our 1st quarter of the year. Many celebrations have taken placed throughout our building for the students that have shown progress or simply met the standards. Thank you to every parent that has participated in your child's conference. I had an opportunity to observe a few of the conferences and was pleased with the maturity level of our students as they shared their data. We have some areas to grow but our students and teachers did a great job. If you have not come in for your conference, you are highly encouraged to do so as soon as possible. Although it is important to get 100% of our conferences completed, it is even more important for you to be in the know about your child's academic progress. We want all of our students to have a successful year.

Thank you to everyone that participated in the Cookie Dough Fundraiser. Although we did not meet our goal, we did sell over 2000.00 worth of cookie dough. I will provide you all with the exact numbers before the end of the month. We are scheduled to receive the cookie dough on October 23rd. If anything changes, I will be sure to make you aware. On the same accord, please do not forget to get your Hilsman Tumbler! Our PTO is hosting the tumbler fundraiser. They are durable and extremely nice. If we meet our sales goal, then I am willing to take a pie in the face! 

Lastly, on behalf of the staff at Hilsman, I want to extend a huge thank you for the food provided to feed our staff last Thursday. It was definitely a great spread and it was thoroughly enjoyed by our Panther Nation. Thank you for being supportive of our work. 

Best,
Ms. Tolbert

Announcements

Hilsman Fruit Sale -- October 16 thru November 15

Fruit will be delivered the week of December 11

Please see Team Gora (Dorsey, Gaertig, Picha, Zabetakis) or Ms. Seymour (FACS) for more information!

All money raised will support student community based instruction and classroom activities.

Students of all grades are invited and encouraged to attend after school tutoring and makeup sessions with Ms. Jones each Tuesday in room 112 from 4 until 5.  Students must be picked up by 5:00 or have permission to walk home.  HOUSE POINTS AWARDED FOR ATTENDANCE!  Come help your grade AND your house!

Please consider contributing to helping the victims of the recent natural disasters. A penny drive, supply campaign, and Stop Hunger campaign are all part of the Hilsman Bands Together campaign.

Yearbooks are currently on sale for $22. Contact Ms. Hubbard or Mrs. Maxey for details.

Please encourage your students to apply for the Hilsman Scholars programs. The information is on the morning announcements. Please contact Mrs. Maxey for details.

All Science Fair participants have until Friday to submit the research plan proposal. Please ask your student's Science ELT teacher for questions. We are looking for engineers and scientists who are willing to help mentor students through the process.

Message from The Cave

Covenant Presbyterian Church (1065 Gaines School Road) plans to host The Cave Friday after school program for students to recreate--providing space for play of basketball, field games, outdoor relaxing, as well as indoor pool, ping-pong, and video games every Friday CCSD schools are in session.
Due to early release on Friday, October 13, Covenant Presbyterian Church did not be host The Cave After School Program.  Down the road, if the need is identified and it is feasible, we will consider an extended after school program on Fridays when there is early release.

Therefore, for the rest of the semester, there would NOT be The Cave program: Friday Oct 27, and Friday Nov 24,

Basketball Tryouts:

Boys- Monday-Wednesday , Time: 4:00-6:00

Girls-Tuesday-Thursday, Time  6:00-8:00 

* Student must be academically eligible and have a physical before they are allowed to tryout*

Week at a Glance

Monday

Homeroom- FFA Officer Meeting

4:00-5:00 FFA Agriscience Fair Practice (Tory, Ella, Emma and Cori)

21st Century

Tuesday

21st Century

4:00-5:00 FFA Meeting

Students may change into an outfit for the costume contest and can bring extra clothes for the Fear Factor Challenges!

Wednesday

21st Century

Cross country- Morgan County, Time- 4:00

SAE Workday 4:00-5:00

FFA Livestock Judging and Horse Judging Guest Speaker: 4:00-5:00

Thursday

21st Century

4:00-5:00 Emma and Cori Visiting Vet School for Agriscience Fair Practice

Friday

Agriscience Fair Open House 4:00-5:30- Everyone is invited to come and view the Agriscience Fair Boards before Nationals. (Students will stay until 6:00 for a brief meeting after open house).

Week of October 8 2017

Quote of the Week

Every successful individual knows that his or her achievement depends on a community of persons working together. 

Paul Ryan


Happy Sunday Panther Nation,

It was a long but great week. We had a lot of great activities occur last week. A huge shout out to our band and chorus for great performances. Mr. Lawrence and Mrs.Camp are amazing teachers and it shows each time our students perform. Thank you to everyone that participated and supported the activities. It is also my understanding that Rockathon was a huge success!

Next week will be just as busy for our faculty, students, and parents. Students are out Monday and will be released early Wednesday-Friday at 1:30. Grade level Parent Nights are also being held this week along with conferences. All conferences with the exception of  some of Team Gora's students, will be student led. Please bring your child to their conference as they will be sharing with you their progress,  challenges, and goals from first quarter. This is our first attempt with holding student led conferences but are sure that our students will do well. They have received some training and more will be given this week during advisement. Thanks to Mrs. Moore for crafting great advisement lessons for our students. Please make every effort to make your conference as well as your Parent Night!

I am sure many of you saw and read the article discussing our county's academic and discipline data. Although there are wide gaps to close, our teachers are working diligently to teach to reach every student at Hilsman. Their work does not go unnoticed and is greatly appreciated daily. Please know that we are working to address the gaps and the staff at Hilsman is committed to improving the academic progress of all of our students. We ask that as a community you join us in our continued efforts to help our students progress academically and behaviorally. Together we will move forward ensuring we are making decisions, delivering instruction, and providing more social emotional learning opportunities for our students. Stay tuned to opportunities as to how you can become involved at Hilsman! Below you will find announcements and the week at a glance.

Kind Regards,

Principal Tolbert

Announcements:

Picture Information

Retakes/Make-ups are Wednesday, Nov. 8th and students must be in uniform.

 

Orders can be placed when the proofs come in, so they do not need to prepay. There is no need to sign up for retakes/make-ups. 

Pictures for students who had them made on Sept. 19th will be sent home by Wednesday of  this week. 

Book Fair Time!

It's time for our Hilsman Fall Scholastic Book Fair October 10th through the 13th during school and parent conference hours. Make sure to drop by for wonderful books, posters, and fun items. There will be a drawing for over 20 poster prizes on Friday!

Daily Book Fair Hours:

Tues., Oct. 10:     8:00 AM-4:00 PM & 6:00 PM-8:00 PM

Wed., Oct. 11:      8:00 AM-4:00 PM

Thurs., Oct. 12     8:00 AM-7:30 PM

Fri., Oct. 13          8:00 AM-1:45 PM

​Here's the full-length Scholastic Author Highlights video:  http://www.scholastic.com/bookfairs/2017-fall-ms-video

News from 7th Grade

Here is the link:  http://hilsman7.blogspot.com/2017/10/7th-grade-news-october-9-13-2017.html

News from 6th Grade

Students of all grades are invited and encouraged to attend after school tutoring and makeup sessions with Ms. Jones each Tuesday in room 112 from 4 until 5.  Students must be picked up by 5:00 or have permission to walk home.  HOUSE POINTS AWARDED FOR ATTENDANCE!  Come help your grade AND your house!

Team Gora will hold 4th Annual Panther's Pumpkin Patch. All money goes to support students life skills in the community.Come buy a Pumpkin  $5 .

Message from Mr. Lawrence

I would like to thank all parents that came out to support the HMS Chorus during last week performance.

Jonathon P. Lawrence

Choral/General Music Instructor

Let's Talk About It

For those interested in joining us for our fall dinner dialogue series, please see Ms. Hogan's table at Parent Teacher Conferences to pick up your book, reading guide, and discussion dates.

Basketball signups this week.

Oct-16- First session of tryouts.Times will be announced later this week.

PARENT LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES AUTISM RESOURCES WEBINAR SERIES:

Webinars will highlight Georgia agencies that provide services to students with autism. Supports available for families as well as school districts will be discussed. Information will be shared about the agency location, population served, services provided, and contact information. Mark your calendars for the following dates! Date: October 24, 2017 Time: 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Presenters: Tools for Life - Carolyn P. Phillips, M.Ed. Georgia Instructional Materials Center - Carson Cochran, M.Ed.

Copy & Paste - Registration link: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/5417189721651980033

AUTISM RESOURCES WEBINAR SERIES:

Date: November 20, 2017 Time: 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Presenters: Georgia Council on Developmental Disabilities - Eric Jacobson Department of Behavioral and Developmental Disabilities - Ronald Wakefield

Copy & Paste - Registration link: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/5169839188154789122

FREE PARENT WORKSHOP

Date: Tuesday, October 10 Time: 10:00 AM-12:00PM Location: Athens Regional Library This workshop will provide parents with an overview of IDEA, Child Find, RTI, SST, making a referral, evaluation process, and the IEP process. For more information, contact Jerolee Oschack at 706.546.7721 ext. 65727.

AMPLIFY ATHENS - EPILEPSY SUPPORT GROUP

Date: Thursday, November 16, 2017 Time: 6:30-8:00 p.m. Location: Piedmont Athens Regional Medical Services Building Auditroium & Rooms (behind Piedmont Athens Regional Hospital entrance on King Ave.) Heather Karrh, Esq. and Greg Rogers, Esq. from Rogers, Hofrichter & Karrh, will be giving a lecture on "Overcoming Legal Challenges For Those With Epilepsy.” Free parking ONLY in the Medical Services Parking Lot and refreshments provided for attendees.

Please RSVP a total attending to nurset@athensneuro.com.

Week at a Glance

Monday-Students out of school

6th Grade Parent Night-6:30-Cafeteria

Foundation for Excellence Banquet

Tuesday

7th Grade Parent Night-6:30- Media Center

8th Grade Parent Night-6:30-Cafeteria

6:15 AM - Leave Hilsman. FFA Georgia National Fair Trip. (Only students who turned in a form and paid)

Wednesday-Early Release at 1:30

Parent Conferences

End of School- 4:00pm Practices for FFA Floriculture, Horse Judging, and Livestock Judging.

Thursday-Early Release at 1:30

Parent Conferences-Late Night

End of School-4:00pm FFA Agriscience Fair Practice (students should be in official dress)

Friday-Early Release at 1:30

Parent Conferences