HMS April Newsletter
2024
Holly Middle School
Monica Turner, Principal
Haley Street, Assistant Principal
Mark Mattingly, Counselor (A-L)
Kristin Godoshian, Counselor (M-Z)
Phone: (248) 328-3400
Attendance Number: (248) 328-3426
Fax: (248) 328-3404
April Note from Mrs. Turner
I hope Spring Break provided everyone with a chance at some rest and relaxation!
We had a GREAT week back. We were able to celebrate Mrs. Street this week, along with our AMAZING paraprofessionals. The prize patrol was out and about catching students making GREAT choices. Students were caught showing kindness, working with one another, showing respect for our building and each other. We are excited to continue the prize patrol in the upcoming weeks.
The next four weeks will include state testing sessions. Our 8th grade students will begin next week with the PSAT. Then the week of April 15th they will complete their MSTEP sessions. Our 6th and 7th graders will begin their MSTEP testing the week of April 22nd. We will send out reminder emails prior to testing to help make sure students come prepared for their testing sessions.
A letter was sent out regarding Solar Eclipse from the district on March 22nd. We also sent out another email April 4th with a link to the opt out form. It has been attached here for your convenience as well. Opt Out Letter
Please check out the calendar for very important dates. As a reminder we offer tutoring after school on Monday and Thursday. Students must sign up in the student office if they would like to attend.
As always I am honored to be a part of your family, as you are a part of mine. Stay safe and stay healthy. Have a wonderful weekend!!
Thank you for reading!
Monica
State Testing Info
State Testing Calendar Dates and Important Info.
State Testing Details:
On the testing dates below, we will be running a modified building schedule and will start our testing sessions 10 minutes after the school day begins and run until 9:45 am. Students in grades not scheduled to test will be following their normal class schedule.
Arriving on time is crucial on testing days, once a testing session begins students are not allowed to enter the room and will have to wait until a make-up date is announced.
M-STEP is taken on HAS Chromebooks only. If a student uses a non-HAS Chromebook, they will be able to sign one out on testing days.
For all M-STEP tests, students will need to bring:
Fully charged HAS Chromebook
Headphones or Earbuds (wired or wireless)
8th Grade
- PSAT 8 (Math, ELA) - Tuesday, April 9th
- M-STEP Science - Wednesday, April 17th
- M-STEP Social Studies - Thursday, April 18th
6th/7th Grade
- M-STEP Math - Wednesday, April 24th
- M-STEP Math - Thursday, April 25th
- M-STEP ELA - Wednesday, May 1st
- M-STEP ELA - Thursday, May 2nd
8TH GRADE PSAT 8 TESTING INFO
On Tuesday, April 9, all 8th-grade students in the state of Michigan will take the PSAT 8, which replaces the M-STEP as the state accountability test for 8th-grade students in the subjects of Math and ELA. The PSAT 8 is the first step in preparing our students to take the required SAT as 11th graders. We encourage our students to do their best as HS administrators and counselors use the PSAT 8 results as an important piece of data to help support incoming 9th graders.
For Parent information about the PSAT 8 please click here: PSAT 8 Info.
Please use the Broncho Shout Out form to shout out the good things you see (or hear from your students) happening at Holly Schools! We are all one team, and we are all working towards the goal of growing successful students. We love to recognize our staff for all the good they are doing to empower our students to reach for their best!
Families, we are here to help support your child!! If there are any topics you'd like us to connect with your child on, please reach out. We can also work with you to connect you to resources and supports in the community.
Mrs. Godoshian & Mr. Mattingly
A - L contact Mr. Mattingly, mark.mattingly@hask12.org
M - Z contact Mrs. Godoshian, kristin.godoshian@hask12.org
After School Tutoring
Our Academic tutoring program is being offered after school on Mondays and Thursdays. Each session will run from 2:50 - 4:00 pm and will be staffed by HMS teachers.
The expectations we have for our students in this program are as follows:
Sign up for each session in the Student Office during the school day, we will cap the number of students at 40 and it is first come first served
Be on time for each Tutoring session
Be Prepared, Bring your current classwork/homework, study guides, or missing assignments with you to each session
Be Engaged and Contribute to a positive work environment by:
Staying on task (no computer games or phones)
Avoiding distracting yourself or others
Listening to the directions and requests of the HMS Staff running the program
If you have any questions about this program, please contact your child’s counselor. Students with last names A-L will contact Mr. Mattingly (mark.mattingly@hask12.org) and students with last names M-Z will contact Mrs. Godoshian (kristin.godoshian@hask12.org).
Career Day at HMS!!
On May 3rd, HMS will be hosting our Annual Career Day!! This is always an outstanding opportunity for our students to learn more about careers that interest them!
We'd love to have more presenters!! If you are interested in sharing your career with our HMS students, please contact Jennifer Fettig at jennifer.fettig@hask12.org
Weekly Attendance Celebration for Students with Perfect Attendance!
We are thrilled to announce the launch of our Weekly Attendance Celebration during the Third Term, dedicated to recognizing and celebrating the commitment of those students who achieve perfect attendance each week!
At HMS, we understand the importance of regular attendance in fostering academic success and creating a positive learning environment. That's why we're excited to honor those students who consistently show up for their classes, ready to learn and grow.
We encourage all students to strive for perfect attendance and join us in celebrating their achievements each week. Together, let's create a culture of attendance excellence and academic success at HMS!
2024 Dodge Ball Winners!!!
This years Staff/Student Dodgeball tournaments 1st Place Team!!
( Back from left to right)
Logan Bishop, Brystol Perry, Cayden Swartz, Max Gronzo, and Mrs. Bruce
(Front l to R)
Mrs. DeWitt and Ms.Ayers.
The team will get their names on our HMS plaque displayed outside the main office!
Congrats!!
Broncho Bash!!
BRONCHO BASH tickets go on sale next week!
Tickets are being sold during lunch Monday (4/8) Tuesday (4/9) Wednesday (4/10) Thursday (4/11) and Friday (4/12).
Attached is the Broncho Bash Student Contract that must be signed by both the student and parent to be able to purchase a ticket. There will be copies of the Contract outside the front office.
Don’t miss out on the biggest party of the school year!
7th Grade Council Sponsored Events
7th Grade Class Council is sponsoring Hat Day on 4/12! For $1 students can wear a school-appropriate hat during the school day!
7th Grade Class Council is also sponsoring the next Jamfest April 26th! Tickets are only sold on the day of the event during lunch. The cost is $3 for the ticket. There will be pizza, pop and other snacks for an additional coast. Students need to be picked up at 4pm.
Mr. Gillespie's Ecology Class Recycling Challenge!!
Attention
Parents or Guardians of
Holly Middle School 8th Graders:
LAST CHANCE
to HONOR your 8th Grader
With a Special Bon Voyage Message in the Yearbook
Let them know
How proud you are of their accomplishments
and to wish them luck at the High School next year
This is a special section for
8th GRADERS ONLY
MESSAGES ON SALE NOW
Only 4 Spots Remain Available
To Purchase an 8th Grade Message
Then scroll down to the bottom of the website to
RECOGNITION ADS
Thank you!
Holly Middle School
Yearbook
Cedar Point, June 6th!!
Reminder of Eligibility
- 0 out of school suspensions - from March 11 - June 6
- 0 bus suspensions - from March 11 - June 6
- Less than 8 cumulative tardies - from March 11- June 6
- 2 or fewer detentions - from March 11 - June 6
- No outstanding athletic fines
- No report card E's as of Friday, May 31st ( All make up/missing work needs to be turned in by May 30th )
REGISTRATION DATES ARE APRIL 8TH - 12TH - 7:25am -7:40am
Important 7th & 8th Grade Cedar Point Dates/Information
*7TH Grade
Girls - Room 406 Mrs. Graham
Boys - Room 408 Mrs. Kern
*8TH Grade
Girls - Room 607 Mrs. Stack
Boys - Room 404 Mr. Smith
6th Grade - Beach Day June 6th!
Our 6th graders will be heading to Holly Rec Whoa Zone on June 6th to celebrate the school year! 6th-grade teachers will be sending home information soon with all of the details!
Spring sports are in full swing! Please remember to pay your athletic fees. You can pay them on Efunds or payment can be made in the HMS Main office.
The Parent Lighthouse Team meets once a month. For meeting times and other PLT information please visit our site to find out how we are working to support our students and school! If you have other questions please email patricia.burgess@hask12.org.
Please reach out to our PLT via email for information on meetings, volunteering, and donations.
hollymiddleschoolplt@gmail.com
Next meeting 5/22 @ 6pm
Pickle Sales
PLT is selling pickles during lunches for $1! The next opportunity is April 12th and May 17th will be the last one!
Popcorn Sales!
PLT is offering popcorn for purchase for $1.00 during lunches. The next popcorn sale date will be on April 16!!
This year Breakfast and Lunch are free for ALL HAS students!! ONLY IF you've filled out your Education Benefits form!!
To see what we offer each day, check out all of the great menu options here!!
For assistance or questions please reach out to the Food Service Dept or visit their website.
248-328-3036
Medication
Please have all appropriate paperwork and Dr authorization forms signed and fully completed. Renewal of medical alert information is required to be updated every school year.
**Students that have chronic medical conditions that require a rescue medication such as seizures, severe allergies, or asthma can self-carry and are encouraged to. The school MUST have a current medical care plan on file with Dr authorization.
See the district website for more details on our medication policy and printable forms to take to your family Dr.
Please reach out to our district nurse with any questions. jessica.morantes@hask12.org
Health Guidance
Showing up to school every day is critical for children’s well-being, engagement, and learning.
Click here for more information on when to keep your child home from school and when to send them.
DRESS CODE
Items that cover the head or obstruct the face/eyes of a student may not be worn in school (hats, bandanas, hoods, inappropriate head-coverings, sunglasses, masks, etc.) unless there is a documented medical/religious reason.
CELL PHONES AND OTHER ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATION DEVICES
At HMS electronic communication devices (such as cell phones) must be turned off (and not turned on at any time during the school day including passing time and lunch time and stored in a locker once a student enters the building. Cell phones found on the person or turned on during the school day will be turned into the front office. If the student persists and the device is confiscated more than once, it will only be released to a parent/guardian/designee.
To Access information on any of these topics click the button above.
- Drop off/Pick up
- Student Access to the building - times and locations
- Dropping off items for students
- Scheduling meetings
- Student sign-out procedures
- Attendance
**Parents, as a reminder, we do not require a phone call prior to your arrival if you are picking up your student early. Please just come up to the building with your ID and we will call your student at that time. We can not call them prior to your arrival. If you have a prearranged appt, see Option 1 in the student sign-out procedures instructions.**
To minimize classroom disruptions, we are asking you to communicate with your student regarding their transportation home prior to the school day whenever possible. We understand that emergencies happen, if you do need to call we ask that you call the office no later than 2pm so that we have time to relay the message. We kindly ask that you make every effort to do that before 2, it would be greatly appreciated.
Important Links
Holly Middle School Webpage ( supply lists are under the "Parent/Student Resources" Tab)
Important Dates
- 4/9 - 8th grade PSAT
- 4/12 - 7th grade Hat Day - $1
- 4/16 - Popcorn Sales @ lunch
- 4/17 & 4/18 - 8th gr MSTEP
- 4/17 - Pro Trades Open House @ HHS 6pm - 8pm
- 4/19 - Progress Report 3 Ends
- 4/19 - Broncho Bash - 6pm - 8:30pm
- 4/24 & 4/25 - 6/7th grade MSTEP
- 4/26 - Jamfest - 2:45pm - 4pm
- 5/1 & 5/2 - 6/7 MSTEP
- 5/3 - Career Day
- 5/3 - Half Day Dismissal @ 10:58am
Follow HMS on Social Media
Daily Announcements, pictures of HMS students in action and more, are easily accessible by following us on Facebook and Twitter!!
Website: hask12.org
Location: 14470 N Holly Rd, Holly, MI
Phone: 248-324-3400
Facebook: Holly Middle School - Sherman Campus
Twitter: @HMSBronchos