Huesken Highlights

Today students received their student IDs on a brand new lanyard. Students will be expected to wear their lanyards during the day at GHMS. Below are the expectations that were given to students during Advisory:

• Each student will have their photo ID with the lanyard matching their team color

• On the back of the student ID, there is a label with name and QR Code for PBIS Rewards

• Staff can scan those codes in the hallway when students are meeting expectations to give points

• Why?

• Safe - Helps with identification of students in situations where staff may not know a students name or team color.
• Responsible - Being asked to carry ID to assist in recognizing students
• Respectful - Presenting ID when asked for it

• Student’s should be wearing lanyards during the school day

• This includes morning and afternoon for busses - Students should be scanning ID’s on the busses beginning this afternoon. (This is a requirement so we know who is on the bus in case of an emergency)

• Students may remove student ID during certain classes where it could get in the way (i.e. - Wellness, Tech Ed, Art, STEM, etc.)

• ID should be present when walking hallways between classes

  Please let us know if you have any questions about the student ID's at the middle school.

  
  

  - Mr. Hollinger and Dr. Metzinger

  
  

WE WANT TO HONOR YOU THIS COMING NOVEMBER! PLEASE COMPLETE THE BRIEF SURVEY BELOW INDIVIDUALLY OR ON BEHALF OF ANOTHER FAMILY MEMBER.

Hello GHMS Parents/Guardians,

At the middle school we implemented a digital system called PBIS Rewards this year to help promote and cultivate a positive school environment. Last year you may have heard your son/daughter discuss and talk about Buckslips and getting recognized on the announcements. We have been working to get acclimated to this digital platform and being able to recognize students who are meeting the expectations at the middle school.

How students earn points:

· Each student at GHMS has an opportunity to earn points every class.

· The expectation is that students in class who demonstrate Safe, Respectful, and Responsible can earn at least 3 points every class. (1 points for each category).

· Students can earn more points if they are going above and beyond with daily expectations.

Redeeming Points:

Students will have the opportunity each week to purchase items or an experience (ex. First in the lunch line) through the online school store on PBIS Rewards. Items purchased will be delivered to students within the next two days. I encourage you to speak with your student regarding the school store and what they are purchasing.

Students have the ability to check points and purchases on the app and families have the opportunity to connect to the app as well. The app is called PBISR Family. This allows families to view points that students have, reach out to teachers and see what students have purchased from the school store. QR codes and directions were sent home at Cruise the Halls in August and we have many families connected already. We will have those forms sent home again in November prior to conferences in an effort to get more families connected. I hope you use this opportunity to speak with your son/daughter about being Safe, Respectful and Responsible at school.

Thank you,

Eric Hollinger

Assistant Principal

The Gerald Huesken Trailblazer Award is presented to a teacher who exemplifies the Profile of a CV Learner with innovation, leadership, and dedication within our school community. This award honors a visionary educator who consistently goes above and beyond to inspire students, foster a dynamic learning environment, and lead by example. The recipient of this award embodies the pioneering spirit of our Buckskin mascot, charting new paths in education and making a lasting impact on the lives of students and colleagues alike.

The Mobile Dentist is coming to the middle school in December and applications are going home with students. Mobile Dentists can provide dental care to students without a dental home which can include x-rays, exam, cleaning, and other needs.

The dental appointment occurs at school during school hours. For more information and online application processing, go to www.myschooldentist.com. For any other questions contact the school nurse.

Keith Dieterle RN BSN CSN M.Ed

Certified School Nurse

Huesken Middle School

2114 Horsehoe Road

Lancaster, PA 17601

717-397-1294 EXT 2050

Happy November!

As crazy as it sounds, it is time to start thinking ahead to spring sports. The Conestoga Valley Baseball Association would like to formally invite all of you to register your child for spring baseball. Registration opens on November 1st and will continue through February 19th for our Rec Leagues. Any player wishing to play Travel Baseball within the Lancaster County Youth Baseball League should register by January 22nd so they are eligible for our evaluations on January 26th. For more information and the direct link to register your player, please see the included informational flyer. Also, if you wish to know more about the organization, please see this information video and accompanying slideshow regarding CV Youth Baseball. We hope everyone has a great holiday season and we look forward to seeing you on the field this spring!

In addition to sign-ups, CV Youth Baseball is excited to offer the following dates as workout opportunities for players who qualify for 10U and up during the winter season. This would be for any player who will turn 9 prior to May 1, 2025. The workouts are voluntary, and players will be broken up according to their age bracket upon arrival. Unless otherwise noted, all workouts will occur at Clipper Stadium, 650 North Prince Street, Lancaster, Pennsylvania 17603 from 3 PM to 5 PM. Here is a signup form if you are interested.

Sunday, November 17th

Sunday, November 24th

Sunday, December 1st

Sunday, December 8th

Sunday, January 5th

Sunday, January 12th

Sunday, January 19th

Enjoy the rest of 2024!

Conestoga Valley Baseball Association

Hello CVHS Families,

We’re going to Johannesburg, Kruger National Park, Cape Town in Summer 2027, and you’re invited! You might have heard about the wonderful trip to Greece that 39 CV students joined in the summer of 2024 (see picture attached). We just announced our next trip in the Summer of 2026 (Dublin, Belfast, and Edinburgh, with an extension to the Highlands). We are also announcing an additional trip for the Summer of 2027 – Come with us to South Africa!

We’re excited to tell you more about the trip we’re planning with EF Tours, our educational travel partner. Please be sure to register for this information session on November 12th from 7:00pm-8:00pm in the CVHS Auditorium to be considered for this opportunity: https://rsvp.eftours.com/kvnprkg

When students travel, they expand their knowledge of the world around them, discover more about themselves, and grow more confident. These skills are critical for creating the global citizens of tomorrow, and we would love to have your student join us on this adventure.

In this info session, we’ll talk about:

How this opportunity will benefit your student

• What we’ll see and do on our trip
• Everything that’s included in this experience
• How your child can earn academic credit
• How we’re keeping this safe and affordable
• How to enroll on this trip (before it fills up!) during EF’s risk-free enrollment period

There are limited spots on this trip, so we would love to have you attend this meeting to learn more about this exciting opportunity!

Thank you.

Dina Henry (dina_henry@conestogavalley.org)

Athletic Director, EF Tours Trip Coordinator

Common Family Questions:

• Q: What is the youngest age for travelers?
• A: Students who are entering 9th grade in the fall of 2027
• Q: What is the oldest age for travelers?

• A: Students who graduate in the spring of 2027

• Q: Can parents also go on the trip?

• A: We are not opening trips to parents at this time in order to allow for the maximum number of students

• Q: Is there educational benefit to these trips?

• A: The itineraries are educational in nature. Academic Credit can be earned.

• Q: How many chaperones will go on the trips?

• A: EF includes one chaperone for every 6 students who enroll.

• Q: Can parents serve as chaperones?

• A: Not at this time; all of our chaperone spots are filled.