Book Report

The students should be reading a biograpghy for their March book report.  On Wednesday, they will need to present the information in a creative way- trifold board, monologue, power point, newspaper, etc.  It should show that they read the book and learned something about the person.  The dead line has been extended to the 31st, because families have expressed concern and the month has been a little interrupted.  Looking forward to hearing about all the famous people!

Conferences

Yes, it is that time again!  The third quarter ends this Friday and conferences are the following week on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday between 1:30 and 5:00.  Please sign-up as soon as possible.  I am encouraging you to bring your student with you.  At this time of year, we all need to be on the same page, begin setting goals for next year, and empower our students with the ability and responsiblity to make changes for the betterment of thier education. I am looking forward to speaking with all of you. 

Plans for Camping in June

Brigitte, Jamie, and Diana are making plans for our annual camping trip that will take place the first week in June.  We take over Camp WeChaMe which is located near Galena for three days and two nights.  During this time, we explore nature while on hikes, learn about or world through small group lessons, and bond as a community by participating in singing, skits, and meals-time.  This culminating activity requires the help of everyone, so we are asking all parents to sign-up for chaperoning, teaching, cooking, and any other assistance that you can provide.  Please let me know what you can do to make this the best end-of-the-year experience!

Used Book Sale

Upper Elementary would like to have a used book fair during the Science Fair next week.  We are asking that you send your slightly used books to school by next Wednesday.  We will be set-up in Lissner Hall between 6:00-7:30, please stop by and help us raise funds for some new microscopes.

Communication

Thursday, students were sent home with a goldenod colored paper.  The paper asks you to fill out your contact information.  This information will be used by the Parent, Teacher Organization.  Please look over it, fill it out and return it as soon as possible.  We are trying to make sure that everyone has access to information about the school events and activities.

Yearbooks

Yearbooks are not just for middle school and high school anymore.  This is the second year that HDMS has offered students the opportunity to develop a school-wide yearbook.  The Middle School Yearbook Club has been working on creating a hard bound book which contains pictures of the special and daily events that take place at our school.  The book is reasonably priced and can be purchased through the office or Miss Kelley, our Yearbook committee leader.  I have a copy of last year's if you would like to see a sample of what is included.  It is a great graduation gift and a way to remember the exciting activities that happen each year at our school.  Don't be left out!

CRT TESTING

The first week in March is just around the corner.  This is the week when all 3rd-8th Graders are tested on their knowledge of the year's objectives.  We suggest that student get as much sleep as possible by limiting the evening events during this week. The tests will begin at 9:00 and students that are tardy will not be allowed into the testing environment.  They will need to be tested in the afternoon, so please don't schedule morning appointments for of this week.  A good breakfast high in protein will help them to preform well.  The scores will be part of our Academic Yearly Progress a component of No Child Left Behind.   We are working hard to make sure that everyone does their best, so please practice the ACE problems, discuss math, reading, writing and science when ever possible.  If you have further questions, please don't hesitate to ask.