Hornet Updates
Holly Ridge Middle Weekly Update 9.22.2024
Holly Ridge Middle School Families,
Happy first day of Fall! We hope you are enjoying your weekend!
Quarter 1 Progress Reports - September 25th: We are almost half way through the quarter 1 grading period. You can assume that grades are accurate and current as of the end of the day on Wednesday, September 25th. Please review grades in PowerSchool and reach out to teachers as you have questions. As a reminder, the first quarter ends on October 31st.
Student Assignment Plan Draft, 2025-2026: The student assignment plan draft for 2025-2026 was presented to the board. Information on the plan and feedback sessions can be found at this link. More: WCPSS Student Assignment Plan Draft.
HRMS Career Day: We are excited to announce that we will be holding a Career Day on Friday, January 10th! While we’re still finalizing the details, we would love your support. If you’re interested in volunteering or possibly showcasing your career to our students, please fill out the form linked below. Your involvement can make a significant impact on their future aspirations!
Thank you for your support!
HRMS Career Day Volunteer/Guest Speaker Interest Form
The Book Fair is coming to HRMS Oct. 11-18th! We need volunteers from Oct. 10th (set up) through the 18th. Please sign up for as many slots as you wish. No experience necessary. All shifts will be in the school library.
Thanks for your help!
*All volunteers need to be WCPSS approved volunteers.
Attention 8th Grade Parents: If you are interested in an Early College/ Magnet program for your rising 9th grader, the application period for Early College High Schools is Oct. 14th- Dec. 12th, 2024. The application period for a Magnet Program is Oct. 14th-Jan. 23, 2025. Please click on our Early College/ Magnet link on our Student Services website for more information.
Early College Magnet Information
Thank you and if you have any questions, please email Mrs. Edwards, 8th grade Counselor.
PTA Updates:
Donations Needed for the 6th Grade Superstar Social
Sign up here to donate. Drop off items at school by Thursday, Sept 26th.
Hornet Cash Fall Fundraiser - Ending Sept. 30th
NO FUSS HORNET CASH Fund. It's as easy as - click and contribute!
Current status - 37% to goal of $21,000
It's not too late! Donate online or return the Hornet Cash envelope (sent home the first day of school) to school with a check or cash. Any donation amount appreciated!
♥️Support the PTA - purchase your PTA membership as you donate hornet cash!
SPIRIT DAYS at Needmore Farms
Sat. Sept 28th and Sun Sept. 29th
Grab your pumpkins, mums and more! Tell them you're with HRMS and they'll donate 20% back to our school.
Information Shared in Previous Update:
BIMAS-2 Information: A letter will be sent home this week regarding the BIMAS-2. The letter and opt-out form are attached here for your reference. All opt-out forms must be returned to school by September 30, 2024.
Attention 6th Grade Families: We will have our first 6th Grade Social this Friday, September 27th in the school gymnasium from 3:30 p.m. until 5:30 p.m. This social is only open to all sixth-grade students at Holly Ridge Middle School. Additional information and permission forms will be distributed later this week.
Upcoming Events:
Tuesday, September 24th - Soccer and Volleyball @ Lufkin Road Middle @ 4 PM
Wednesday, September 25th - Football @ Lufkin Road Middle @ 4 PM
Friday, September 27th - 6th Grade Social @ 3:30 PM-5:30 PM
Tuesday, October 1st - Soccer and Volleyball vs West Lake Middle @ 4 PM
Fall Sports Picture Day
Wednesday, October 2nd - Football vs West Lake Middle @ 4 PM
Thursday, October 3rd - Teacher Workday (No School for students)
Tuesday, October 8th - Soccer and Volleyball @ Herbert Akins Road Middle @ 4 PM
Wednesday, October 9th - Football @ Herbert Akins Road Middle @ 4 PM
Thursday, October 10th - Fall Picture Make Ups/Retakes
Friday, October 11th - 18th - HRMS Book Fair
Monday, October 14th - Teacher Workday (No school for students)
Tuesday, October 15th - Soccer and Volleyball vs Holly Grove @ 4 PM
Wednesday, October 16th - Football vs Holly Grove @ 4 PM
Please let us know if you have any questions.
Have a wonderful week!
Go Hornets!