The Buccaneer Bulletin

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I want to take a moment to thank you for your support and trust following the recent safety threats at HBMS. We know situations like this are concerning and overwhelming, but your cooperation and confidence in our protocols made a significant difference in the events of this week.

I’m thankful that the safety measures we have in place worked as designed and were implemented so well by our staff members, ensuring that all students and staff remained safe throughout. Your trust in our process allowed us to focus on what was most important—keeping our school and students safe.

While I do not have any updates regarding the active police investigation at this time, I have full trust in the agencies working the investigation. In the meantime, we remain committed to maintaining a safe and protected environment for your children, and your continued support strengthens our efforts. If you have any questions or need further reassurance, please don’t hesitate to reach out.

Sincerely,

Laura Keogh, Principal

9/23 - 7th Grade Football vs West Ridge @ WRMS

9/24

• 8th Grade Football vs West Ridge @ HBMS
• Pom & Band Performance at FB game

9/25

• NJHS Meeting during Grow Time
• Volleyball Tournament @ Georgetown
• 7/8 Silver Football vs Bee Cave @ BCMS

9/27

• Pep Rally
• 6th Grade Luau
• Band Region Masterclass @ LTMS

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

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 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

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!

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!"

While our campus leadership team works collaboratively with all students and teachers, the following information should help you reach the appropriate administrator or counselor for your child's grade level should a question or concern arise. We are committed to serving our students and appreciate the opportunity to work together with families to support our learners.

Principal

Laura Keogh

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

Stay up-to-date with campus events and activities by reading the weekly Buccaneer Bulletin. If you missed one, head over to the HBMS website under the principal page to view current and past newsletters. Feel free to share these newsletters with friends and family.

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Website: ltisdschools.org/HBMS
Location: 15600 Lariat Trail, Austin, TX, USA
Phone: 512-533-6400
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