HMS Parent Newsletter

June 16, 2023

A Note from the Principal

HMS Families:

It is hard to believe that the school year is nearly at its end. It has been a pleasure working with the students and families of HMS for the past two years. I am so proud of our HMS students for their hard work, dedication to school, and incredible perseverance. Although I will not be returning to HMS next year, I know that the HMS students and families will be in great hands with our new principal, Bess Colpron. Mr. Millay (caleb.millay@hocksd.org) and Mrs. Colpron (bess.colpron@hocksd.org) are here to support all students and families, so please do not hesitate to reach out to either of them with any questions or ideas.

I wish you all a wonderful summer vacation and look forward to seeing our students back for their final day on Tuesday!

Thank you for your support!

~ Meredith

meredith.gannon@hocksd.org

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Getting Ready for the 2023 - 2024 School Year

We know that many families are planning ahead for next school year. Here is the 2023-24 school supply list for all HMS students. There are a few important dates to add to your calendar.

HMS Orientation will be held on August 29 from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. At orientation, 7th and 8th grade students can pick up their schedule, have their school photo taken and get their school ID, purchase an ASB card, and tour the school. We hope to see you there! School begins for all HMS students on August 30. HMS will host a fall Open House for parents on September 5 at 6 p.m.

Promotion Photos

Thank you to Jamie Hebert for capturing some lovely images of our 8th grade promotion. You can check out the photos of our 8th graders using the link below.

http://hawksfanphotography.com/

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Semester 2 Academic Awards

Last week, we had the pleasure of honoring our Semester 2 Academic awards winners at a special awards night. These students were selected by their teachers for showing exceptional academic growth, effort, or achievement. Please join me in congratulating the following students.

Semester 2 Academic Award Winners

Broten: Evelynn M. and Faith S.

Cookson: Kiely F.

Dennis: Logan W. and Caidence H.

Elgin: Julia J. and Avne L.

Hamil: Deeken N. and Logan N.

Hoiland: Jun L. and Daniela H.

Kolafa: Dasha P. and Sam S.

Lyons: Lars S. and Weston O.

Marano: Amber H. and Sierra H.

Maudlin: Evan M. and Olivia L.

Muckerheide: Thomas B. and Reece K.

Parker: Graysen A. and Rowen M.

Ruby: Jack T. and Ethan C.

Schneider: Mia F. and Rocky D.

Seastone: Ahnaleigh T. and Zeiah G.

Shinn: Mia H. and Gavin M.

Spadolini: Carter M. and Lucas W.

Stivers: Lorelei W. and Joe W.

Throop: Nyah G. and Kimberly A.

Vettrus: Zander W. and Yaziel C.

Wisely: Lauren I. and Tyler B.

Chromebook Return and FAQs

Our secondary students are preparing to take their Chromebooks home for the summer. Here are a few tips and FAQs to help with this transition.

FAQ’s
Is the Chromebook filtered?
Yes. All of our Chromebooks filter the internet, regardless of if students are on or off campus.

What if my student won’t attend a Hockinson School next year?
Please turn your Chromebook and charger in to your school Media Tech in the library. If plans change over the summer, please drop off the device and charger at the district office as soon as possible, 17912 NE 159th St, Brush Prairie, WA 98606.

What if my student's Chromebook gets damaged over the summer?
You may bring your broken Chromebook to the district office. Your Chromebook will be repaired over the summer and will be ready for checkout at August school orientation. Also note that the 2022-23 Hockinson Assurance Program has been extended for enrolled students; it is now effective from August 2022 school orientation to August 2023 school orientation, which covers the summer months. We will open Assurance enrollment again in the fall. To learn more about the assurance program go here.

Already have a device for your student at home?
These district Chromebooks provide a good alternative to personal or shared devices as they are filtered. District Chromebooks are necessary for the classroom, as they are compatible with classroom curriculum, tools, and testing.

Planning on keeping the Chromebook turned off for the summer?
For the best battery health, please charge the device before powering it down and storing it in a safe location.

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Summer Fun to Support Our Eighth Graders

Looking for ways to fill your summer calendar?! Join us on August 3rd to cheer on the Ridgefield Raptors!!

50% of all tickets sales purchased through this link will go toward the 2023/2024 8th grade promotion!

You can also support our rising 8th graders at the Barnes & Noble Book Fair on Saturday, July 29th! A percentage of net sales will be used to purchase books for the HMS library. See the voucher below.

Can't make it? Visit www.bn.com/bookfair and enter the Bookfair ID at checkout.

As our school year comes to a close, Hockinson PWT would like to take the time to thank our wonderful board, volunteers and supporters that went above and beyond to make our 2022/23 school year so successful for the students, families, teachers and staff at HMS.
Have the best summer and hope to see you at our summer events.
Go Hornets!