Hidden River Newsletter

SAVE THE DATES:

Thurs. & Fri., Nov. 28th & 29th - NO SCHOOL (Thanksgiving Break)

Next Week (12/2-12/6)

Family-Staff Organization (FSO) Updates: Thank you for the generous support on Give To The Max Day. The FSO raised $4000 and all of that money will go back into supporting students, staff and families! You can still donate by clicking the image or using the link here.

Lifetouch Info: As a token of appreciation, Lifetouch is offering discounts on school photography! Valid through 12/1/24

• 50% off a purchase of $50+ with code USNOV50
• 40% off a purchase of $40+ with code USNOV40
• 30% off a purchase of $30+ with code USNOV30

Students in the AVID Elective will be visiting the University of MN - Twin Cities this Wednesday, November 27 from 9:15 am to 1:00 pm. Permission slips were due on November 20 and are no longer being accepted. Students must also be meeting their AVID Contract to attend; they were notified by email if grade improvements are needed. Late/missing work is due on Monday, November 25 in order to qualify.

We will tour the university then walk to the Weisman Art Museum. Students should bring a snack for earlier in the day and will eat pizza upon returning to Hidden River.

Please reach out to AVID Coordinator Melissa Hart at melissa.hart@spps.org if you have any questions.

All students in the AVID Elective are invited to attend a field trip to Inspire Minneapolis on Wednesday, December 18. Students will learn more about various career options in an engaging and dynamic setting. Learn more at https://inspiremsp.org/careerday2024/ -- it's going to be a great experience!

WE ARE IN NEED OF ADULT CHAPERONES for this event. Please connect with Ms. Hart at melissa.hart@spps.org if you are able to join us.

Permission slips will be sent home during the first week of December and will include a required media release form. Lunch is provided.

Grade Level Assemblies are held each quarter to highlight student successes (from the previous quarter) and to bring students together for fun team building activities within each grade level.

Assembles will include...

• Honor Roll Recognition (certificates distributed)
• Most Improved Student/On-A-Roll Recognition (certificates distributed)
• Student Of the Month Recognition
• Live School Point Leaders
• Current/Upcoming Grade Level News, Field Trip Info, Expectations
• Foundations Activity Challenge/Passing the WWE-Otter Belt

Q1 Achievement Recognition in November 2024

• Monday, November 25th, 8th grade Assembly
• · Tuesday, November 26th, 7th grade Assembly
• · Wednesday, November 27th, 6th grade Assembly

Be on the lookout for your child to bring home their Blue Honor Roll Certificate or On-A-Roll Certificate.

Not Sure if your child made the Quarter 1 Honor Roll? Click here to complete the short Quarterly Grades Request Form to Receive your child’s Q1 Final Grades. One form per year is all that is needed.

Lastly, be sure to ask your child about the Foundations Challenge... What was the activity, who won the WWE-Otter Belt and if they had fun. As always, when questions arise, please don’t hesitate to reach out to the Hidden River School Counselors

Ms. Barbie Woodruff:

Grade 6 (A-Z), Grade 7 (A-L)

651-744-2087

barbie.woodruff@spps.org

Mr. Ayoub Nigatu:

Grade 7 (M-Z), Grade 8 (A-Z)

651-793-7377

ayoub.nigatu@spps.org

Where did you grow up? White Bear Lake, MN

What is your role at Hidden River Middle School? Math Educator

What's your go-to karaoke song? Today is YOUR day by Shania Twain

What are your interests or hobbies? Swimming, hiking, traveling and visiting all 63 National Parks. I've been to 37 National Parks or 59% of them!

What do you like most about Hidden River? I enjoy the students and staff here at Hidden River! It is rewarding to be a part of a community that values collaboration, problem-solving, and celebrations along the way all to create a positive learning environment for our scholars!

Where did you grow up? Saint Paul, MN

What is your role at Hidden River Middle School? Intervention Specialist 8th Grade

What's your go-to karaoke song? Groovin @ 2 AM by Michael Walker

What are your interests or hobbies? Basketball, Football and Producing music.

What do you like most about Hidden River? The Staff, and the population of kids that we get.

Keep Connected Family Engagement Partnership with Search Institute and Change Inc.:

We are honored to once again partner with Search Institute and Change Inc. to offer a pilot program to Hidden River families this year as we work to strengthen relationships within families and among Hidden River families through a generous grant. Keep Connected 360 offers resources to families, including tips, ideas, activities and learning opportunities to support strong family relationships.

Family Talk Starters - This Week’s Focus: Stand up for each other when they need it. This is a great way to PROVIDE SUPPORT through family relationships.

When you have a few minutes, ask other family members a question or two. Enjoy the conversation!

• When is a time you and your friends have advocated or spoken up for each other? What was that like? What was the result?
• Who are three people you know who need others to speak up or advocate for them? How can you and your family be their allies?

**Additionally, there is no Change Inc. workshop this Tuesday, Nov. 26th.