Hawk News - Back to School

Carpool

With the opening of Jackson Elementary school next door, we expect heavier traffic around campus in the mornings and afternoons. Arrival and dismissal procedures can be found here. Especially as we start the year, we appreciate your patience during morning and afternoon carpool times. While we will work to ensure that arrival and dismissal is as efficient as possible, student safety is always our first priority.

Lunch

Lunch menus can be found here. Meal prices are as follows (this does not include specialty or a la carte items):

• Secondary Breakfast: $2.15

• Secondary Lunch: $4.00
  

Money may be added to student lunch accounts here. Note that funds added to meal accounts will not be available until the next day.

Immunizations

Nurse Rau is in the process of verifying immunization records and following up with parents. As a reminder, students will not be able to access their schedules if immunizations are not up to date. Use this link to view immunizations required for K-12.

Transportation

Bus routes are now being added to Skyward, so please check there for the latest updates. This year transportation services are utilizing the StopFinder app, which is fully integrated with Prosper ISD routing software, GPS and other communications tools to provide accurate, real-time data. The app includes bus schedules and allows parents to set up notifications to track their child’s route, view the bus’s location and receive updates on arrival times and delays. Use this link to find out if your child is eligible for transportation.

We are pleased to inform you that the Preliminary Fall 2024 student schedules will be released in Skyward on Wednesday, August 7th, by 4:00 PM. This will enable us to continue balancing classes and minimize changes to final schedules. If you notice any errors in your child's preliminary schedule, please complete the change request form linked below. Additionally, refer to the chart provided to determine if a schedule change is allowable for your student.

2024-2025 Request to Change Schedule Form

HMS Counselors: Gina Keller (6th Grade), Kim Smith (7th Grade), Melody Jones (8th Grade)

August 8: Schedule Walks Walk the building to find your classrooms, see your friends, and purchase spirit wear from PTO! Schedules will be available in Skyward.

• 3:30-4:45 pm - 6th Grade
• 5:45-7:00 pm - 7th & 8th Grades
• 6:30 - Athletics Meetings

August 13: First Day of School! 8:15 am-3:30 pm

• HMS Bell Schedule For the first week of school, we will run an 8-period schedule every school day. Block days will begin the second week of school.

While we will continue to post current events on our Facebook and Twitter pages, you will be able to find the same content utilizing the Live Feed feature on our website (https://www.prosper-isd.net/hays) as well as via the Prosper ISD App! In addition to the feed, there are several other features on the app that we hope you will enjoy using as you stay connected with HMS and Prosper ISD!

*Click here for instructions on how to find and use the feed.

• Join PTO! Your membership and partnership help to fund materials, experiences, and celebrations for students and teachers throughout the year!
• Give your child a birthday shout out with a message on the Hays marquee! Details here!

Hello, Hawk Families! I am excited to be joining the HMS community as campus principal for the 24-25 school year. This will be my 22nd year in public education, the last 19 of which I've spent in Plano ISD. Throughout my career, I have served as a teacher, assistant principal, and principal at both the elementary and middle school levels. I look forward to continuing to learn and grow with the teams at Hays and Prosper ISD!

On a personal note, I am married to Steve, and we have two daughters. Sara will be a sophomore this year, and Emma will be in 6th grade. They are both ready and not ready for the school year - maybe that sounds familiar! The girls keep us busy with their activities, Sara as a cheerleader, and Emma with soccer, softball, and basketball. We also have a dog named Jim who spends most of his time napping near a window. We are huge Iowa State Cyclones fans, and we're ready for football season to begin!

I look forward to getting to know you this year. I absolutely believe that a strong school + parent partnership is critical for giving our kids the best foundation, and I'm committed to working with you in this endeavor!

See you soon!

Katie Brittain, HMS Principal

Hays Middle School

14441 Hillcrest Road

Frisco, TX

469-219-2260