HMS Welcome Back Newsletter

Aug 2024 -25

Reminder! First Day of School, Aug 26th, is a half-day. Dismissal at 10:58am.

Haley Street, Assistant Principal
Mark Mattingly, Counselor (A-L)
Kristin Godoshian, Counselor (M-Z)
Phone: (248) 328-3400
Attendance Number: (248) 328-3426
Fax: (248) 328-3404

Welcome Back Bronchos!!

Hello HMS Families,

We are excited to start the 2024-25 school year and look forward to partnering with you so that your child has an amazing year!! Please visit our website as we will be continually updating information throughout the course of the year. Schoology will continue to be an excellent resource where many teachers will communicate upcoming assignments and where student grades can be viewed. Teachers will be sending home a syllabus in these first few weeks of school with additional classroom information. If you have any classroom questions please contact your child's teacher or counselor.

Once we get started with our daily student-run announcements they will be posted each afternoon on our school's Facebook page and our school website. Regularly viewing these is a great way to stay connected with what is going on at HMS!

Please take a careful look at our "Back to School" Newsletter, it is a great one to bookmark and come back to as there are many links that are useful throughout the year!

Thanks for reading!! Go Bronchos!!

Monica Turner

HMS Principal

Click here for the letter from Mrs. Turner that went out Aug 2nd.

Lifetouch will be at all schedule pick-up sessions for student pictures.

Lifetouch Order Form

Aug19th from 8am -11am and 12pm - 3pm will be for all 6th graders
Aug 20th from 8am - 11am and 12pm - 3pm will be for all 7th/8th graders.

There will be an evening session both days from 4pm - 7pm that is open to all grades

Online Student Verification - Mandatory for every student/family every year

**The 2024-25 online registration for HMS is now available. ALL Parents are required to complete the annual online verification through your Parent Skyward account prior to picking up schedules in August. We will have laptops available at schedule pickup for families to use to complete verification. If you need assistance with log in information please call the main office. 248-328-3400.

On Wednesday, August 21st from 5:00pm to 6:30pm, HMS is hosting an Open House!! This is a great opportunity for students/parents to check out classrooms, meet teachers, and practice walking their schedule and locker combination :)

This will also be the last opportunity for students to pick up their schedules prior to the first day of school.

Please carefully read the following information about important building procedures for the 24-25 school year

HMS Bronchos L.E.A.D.

The LEAD program, a Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) initiative, stands as a cornerstone in promoting a nurturing and respectful school environment. Each letter in LEAD represents a key principle:

L "Listen to Others" encourages active listening and understanding, fostering an inclusive community where every voice is valued.
E "Encourage Everyone" focuses on building a supportive atmosphere, where students uplift one another and celebrate each other's successes.
A "Act Responsibly" instills a sense of accountability, guiding students to make thoughtful decisions and take ownership of their actions.
D "Display Kindness & Respect" emphasizes the importance of treating others with compassion and dignity, creating a positive and harmonious school culture.

Together, these principles form the foundation of the LEAD program, driving positive behavior and enhancing the overall learning experience.

HMS Counseling Corner

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Families, we are here to help support your child!! If there are any topics you'd like us to connect with your child on, please reach out. We can also work with you to connect you to resources and supports in the community.

Mrs. Godoshian & Mr. Mattingly

A - L contact Mr. Mattingly, mark.mattingly@hask12.org

M - Z contact Mrs. Godoshian, kristin.godoshian@hask12.org

We look forward to supporting you and making this an awesome school year!!

Save the date Parent Night!

Order your 24- 25 Yearbook!!!

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HMS Athletics

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If your child is participating in athletics, they must have a sports physical on file in our office and parents are required to register your student athlete in Final Forms.

Visit the HAS Athletic website for physical forms and more information.

Please click here for MS Fall athletic offerings, general information on practice schedules, and coaches.

Letter from Mr. Lombard - AD

HMS Parent Lighthouse Team

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The Parent Lighthouse Team meets once a month. For meeting times and other PLT information please visit our site to find out how we are working to support our students and school!

Please reach out to our PLT via email for information on meetings, volunteering, and donations.

hollymiddleschoolplt@gmail.com

Medical Information

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Immunizations

All 7th graders and any students new to the district (grades 6-8), please remember to get your updated immunizations or a waiver by October. Any questions, contact Natalie Ayers at (248) 328--3413 or email natalie.ayers@hask12.org

Medication

Please have all appropriate paperwork and Dr authorization forms signed and fully completed. Renewal of medical alert information is required to be updated every school year.

**Students that have chronic medical conditions that require a rescue medication such as seizures, severe allergies, or asthma can self-carry and are encouraged to. The school MUST have a current medical care plan on file with Dr authorization.

See the district website for more details on our medication policy and printable forms to take to your family Dr.

Please reach out to our district nurse with any questions. jessica.morantes@hask12.org

Health Guidance

Showing up to school every day is critical for children’s well-being, engagement, and learning.

Click here for more information on when to keep your child home from school and when to send them.

HMS Student Handbook

For Full Handbook click here

Click the link above to view the UPDATED 24-25 student handbook. Please review the new cell phone policy for students.

HMS Building Procedures

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To Access information on any of these topics click the button above.

Drop off/Pick up
Student Access to the building - times and locations
Dropping off items for students
Scheduling meetings
Student sign-out procedures
Attendance

**Parents, as a reminder, we do not require a phone call prior to your arrival if you are picking up your student early. Please just come up to the building with your ID and we will call your student at that time. We can not call them prior to your arrival. If you have a prearranged appt, see Option 1 in the student sign-out procedures instructions.**

To minimize classroom disruptions, we are asking you to communicate with your student regarding their transportation home prior to the school day whenever possible. We understand that emergencies happen, if you do need to call we ask that you call the office no later than 2pm so that we have time to relay the message. We kindly ask that you make every effort to do that before 2, it would be greatly appreciated.

Food Service

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This year Breakfast and Lunch are free for ALL HAS students!! ONLY IF you've filled out your Education Benefits form!!

To see what we offer each day, check out all of the great menu options here!!

For assistance or questions please reach out to the Food Service Dept or visit their website.

248-328-3036

Parent Resources

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Holly Area Community Coalition and Holly Area Youth Assistance are community based organizations that can provide a multitude of resources for students and families. Please visit their websites for details.

Holly Area Youth Assistance

Holly Area Community Coalition