The Buccaneer Bulletin
September 13 , 2024
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Coming Up at the Bend...
9/16: 7th Grade Football vs LTMS @LTMS
9/17:
- 8th Grade Football vs LTMS @HBMS
- Cross Country Meet @West Ridge MS
- Volleyball vs West Ridge MS @HBMS
- Band 8th Grader Night @ Cavalier Stadium
Last Chance! HBMS Spirit Store Extended Through Today 9/13
Store closes at Midnight - Order Now!
Just a few hours left to purchase your HB & LT Swag!! Don’t miss your chance to show off your HBMS pride with exclusive gear from our Team Shop..
This is your opportunity to grab unique Hudson Bend designs and stylish Lake Travis apparel for both students and adults. Whether you’re looking for short sleeve shirts, long sleeve tees, hoodies, tanks, pants, or shorts, we have something for everyone. We've also added regular cotton t-shirts to the store for those who prefer a more casual look. Choose from top brands like Under Armour, Lululemon, and BSN Sports, all available in various sizes and price points.
Best of all, every purchase directly supports Hudson Bend Middle School! Shop now to ensure your gear arrives before the store closes. All items will be shipped straight to your home. Show your school spirit and support HBMS by shopping today!
Shop dates: August 29 - September 13
Shop Link: HBMS Team Shop
Access Code: U8ATEnpEWS
These styles and more!
Orders ship to home once store has closed. Help Support HBMS Today!
6th Grade Luau is Friday, September 27th!
Volunteers & Donations Needed for the 6th Grade Luau
The HBMS PTO is looking for Donations and Volunteers for Friday, September 27th to help with the 6th Grade Luau!
The 6th Grade Luau is a chance for our 6th graders to get to know each other since many of them are coming together from 3 different elementary schools.
Since we are not selling tickets to this event, we are looking for donations of boxes of individually packaged chips & snacks, as well as trays of cookies. Donations can be dropped off in the front office Tuesday - Thursday, September 24th, 25th, & 26th.
Date of Luau: Friday, September 27th
Volunteer Times:
Decorate 2:30 to 4:00pm
Chaperone 4:00 to 5:30pm
Clean up 5:30 to 6:00pm
Below is the link to volunteer &/or donate.
Thank you for your support!
HBMS PTO
Monica Van Valkenburgh
HBMS PTO Volunteer Coordinator
First Family Engagement Night - September 26th
Flu Shot Clinic October 16th at HBMS
Miss School Picture Day?
If your student was absent this past Thursday September 12th, don't worry! Picture retake day will be Thursday October 24th during lunch.
Interested in Mentoring?
LT Fishing Team
Staff Shouts Outs!
Did an HBMS teacher or staff member do something outstanding for your child? Use the Form below to submit a staff shout out! This will be shared with our entire staff and printed to hang in our front office to highlight the great things teachers are doing. Thank you for helping me encourage our amazing HBMS staff!
Homework Help
Homework Help is a quiet work session facilitated by faculty members for students to get help with and complete class assignments. Please see the details below:
Homework Help AM
Days: Monday - Friday
Time: 7:20am - 8:20am
Location: Room 201 (across from the main gym)
*Before school Homework Help has a bilingual teacher available for support!*
Homework Help PM
Days: Monday - Thursday (not offered Friday afternoons)
Time: 4:15pm - 5:15pm
Location: Room 201 (across from the main gym)
Homework Help Expectations
- Personal smart devices are not allowed to be used during this time.
- School work only - no games or socializing
- Remain in Homework Help entirety of assigned time
- Leaving early requires teacher to speak with parent
Buc Lounge
What is the Buc Lounge?
A place where any and all students are welcome to “shop” confidentially for free items they need.
What does the Buc Lounge include?
Food, personal care items, clothing, shoes, and school supplies.
Want to donate to the Buc Lounge to provide for our students who need it? Click the link below!
Norton's Note Returns
It's back! For the third consecutive year, Lake Travis ISD Superintendent of Schools Paul Norton is excited to share "Norton's Notes," a weekly update with news, notes, and shoutouts across the District. Stay informed - check out "Norton's Notes!"
HBMS Leadership Team
Principal
6th Grade
Assistant Principal: Brian Gill
Counselor: Kendall Sealy
7th Grade
Assistant Principal: Tatiana Chavez
Counselor: JoAnna Janecek
8th Grade
Assistant Principal: Clark Fredrickson
Counselor: Dana Page
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Hudson Bend Middle School
Website: ltisdschools.org/HBMS
Location: 15600 Lariat Trail, Austin, TX, USA
Phone: 512-533-6400
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ltisdschools