Panther Families,

We’re heading into the weekend with full hearts and a deep sense of gratitude! Our students have truly impressed us with their focus, perseverance, and positive attitudes during ILEARN testing. Testing can be stressful, but our Panthers rose to the occasion with maturity, effort, and kindness—just another reminder of what incredible young people they are.

Today is School Lunch Hero Day, and we want to give a huge shoutout to our amazing cafeteria staff. Thank you for keeping our students fueled with nutritious (and delicious!) meals every single day. Your hard work does not go unnoticed!

Coming up on Wednesday, May 7, we’ll celebrate National School Nurse Day. We’re so thankful for our school nurses and all they do to care for the health and well-being of our students with compassion and professionalism.

And don’t forget—next week is Teacher Appreciation Week! We are beyond proud of our phenomenal teaching staff. They are kind, caring, intelligent, and deeply committed to helping every student succeed. We are lucky to have the most amazing educators!

There’s so much to celebrate this time of year—thank you for being such an important part of our community.

Have a great weekend, Panther Families!

Ms. Janie Ulmer

Principal

The following information only applies to students and families who used an iPad from HSE this year. We ask these families to carefully review the following information.

WHEN AND WHERE WILL RENTAL IPADS BE COLLECTED?

Information about dates, times and procedures will be sent to you via Parent Square from the school, as well as posted on the school’s website or in the newsletter.

WHAT NEEDS TO BE RETURNED?
All students will return their rented HSE iPad and the standard cover (grades K – 4) or keyboard cover (grades 5 - 8).

WHAT ABOUT CHARGING BRICKS, CORDS AND HEADPHONE ADAPTERS?
Cords and bricks, will not be collected. If you are a new HSE iPad user, you are welcome to keep the cord and brick that were issued to you. Repeat HSE iPad users will not receive a new cord and brick. You may continue to use the cord and brick initially provided to you or you may provide your own. For KG, 5th and 9th grades, you will not only keep the cord/brick but also the headphone adapter.

WHAT DO I NEED TO DO TO PREPARE THE IPAD FOR RETURN?

Please take a date/time stamped picture of your students iPad, while the screen is on with the student’s login information visible. We ask that families follow the directions in the link below to prepare the iPad for return. It is important that families follow all steps in the link. It is important that families DO NOT erase/reset the iPad on their own. HSE Technology will be responsible for removing the Apple ID before the device is erased/reset. HSE Technology will perform this if not returning the same device to that student.

https://goo.gl/L3osfy

WHAT IF THE IPAD IS DAMAGED? WHAT ARE THE FEES?
A thorough inspection will assess the working condition of the iPad and cover/keyboard and images will be taken to document such damage. Any damage to the iPad and/or cover/keyboard may result in fees being assessed to the student’s Skyward account. Following inspection, the iPad will be stored for the summer.

Sample fees that could be applied to the student’s Skyward account:

• Missing/Damaged Standard iPad cover for K-4 - $35
• Missing/Damaged Clear, Plastic Overlay that covers screen for K-4 - $10
• Missing or Damaged Keyboard cover for 5-9 - $99.95
• Lost, missing, or unreturned iPad - $294

Hamilton Southeastern Schools invites parents, guardians, and community members to participate in the public review of curriculum resources being considered for adoption across the district. This is an opportunity to preview instructional materials and provide feedback before final decisions are made.

Review Details:

📚 Content Areas: Health & Wellness, 7-8; ENL, 9-12
📅 Dates: May 7th through May 14th
🕒 Times: 7:30AM – 4:30PM (Monday through Friday)
📍 Location: Hamilton Southeastern Schools Administration Building, 13485 Cumberland Road

Your input is valuable in ensuring our curriculum reflects the needs and values of our community.

📚 Content Areas: Math, K-6; SEL, 5-6; Health & Wellness, 7-8; ENL, 9-12
📅 Dates: May 7th through May 14th
🕒 Times: 7:30AM – 4:30PM (Monday through Friday)
📍 Location: Hamilton Southeastern Schools Administration Building, 13485 Cumberland Road

Your input is valuable in ensuring our curriculum reflects the needs and values of our community.

Staff Appreciation week is May 5th-9th! Our HIJH Staff Appreciation Committee is working hard to plan a wide variety of treats and surprises for our staff, but we need your help to make it a success.

We are looking for gift card donations in any amount ($10-$20) to gift our teachers in a raffle on the last day. All gift cards can be dropped off in the front office until May 7th! If you don't have time to run out or want to skip the hassle, click on the link below and donate to help us spoil our staff.

my.cheddarup.com/c/staff-appreciation-2024-2025

DINE/SHOP TO DONATE(S)

Musselman's Mulch Fundraiser

Fixing up your yard for spring? Our HIJH PTO receives10% back on retail sales made and $5 each yard of mulch back. If you head to Musselman's, be sure to mention our HIJH PTO so that our organization can receive the rewards.

https://musselmanlandscape.com/donate/

Bruster's Ice Cream - May 15th

Kona Ice - Wednesday May 28th from 4pm-6pm at the Avalon Neighborhood Pool & Hunter's Run Neighborhood Pool

HAMILTON SOUTHEASTERN INTERMEDIATE JUNIOR HIGH parents, we've all been there! Back-to-school sneaks up on us, and suddenly we're running from store to store trying to find supplies. But what if you could check it off your list today?

Order Here: https://1stdayschoolsupplies.com/gs/1179194

1st Day School Supplies makes it easy. In just a few clicks, you can order the exact supplies your teacher requested, packaged in a beautiful new box and delivered on time, stress-free! All kits will be delivered directly to the school and be available for pick up at Panther Preview.

***Please note that due to the wide variety of classes and advanced levels offered to our 7th and 8th graders, these school kits contain core supply materials. Additional items may need to be purchased for specialized and advanced classes.

Pre-order your Panther Planner for the 2025-2026 School Year now! All pre-ordered planners will be available for pick-up at Panther Preview! Our planners are uniquely designed to support your student in and out of the classroom. Your student will have space to keep track of all of their daily assignments, long-term projects, tests, quizzes, sports practices, etc.! Each planner includes a moveable ruler/page-marker that allows your student to flip right to the current week.

A planner is required on the 5th grade School Supply List (but not included in the school supply kit). 5th graders are not required to purchase a planner from the PTO, but we anticipate demand for our Panther Planners to be higher this year. We sold out last year! The only way to guarantee a Panther Planner is waiting for you at Panther Preview is to pre-order one for $8.00. If you wait to purchase one at Panther Preview, the price goes up to $10.00 (and we might be sold out by the time you get there)!‎

Order Here: my.cheddarup.com/c/25-26-panther-planner-pre-order

Attention 8th Grade Parents! Come celebrate our class of 2029 with us by signing up to help out at the 8th grade field day on Friday, May 23rd from 2-4pm.

Our 8th grade students will enjoy a cold treat and fun activities to celebrate the end of their 8th grade year. (You must have a safe visitor badge on file with HSE schools)

**Only parent volunteers are allowed to attend. No siblings or small children are allowed to attend with adults.**

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C084CA9A82DAAFE3-56033262-8thgrade

Spring into Reading Challenge Wraps Up Next Friday

There’s still a week left for students to get a reading BINGO and claim a prize. For the Spring into Reading BINGO Challenge, students can mark off boxes from books you finished between late March and May 9 to earn a prize.

Books Due May 16

Any and all library books checked out to students will be due back on Thursday, May 15. We’ve been trying to check in with students on books that have been overdue for a long time; we appreciate any support you can give students in finding some of those adrift books. Stay tuned for summer reading information and ideas later this month!

Who: All interested players, and one parent should attend to hear information about next season as well as summer tennis opportunities.

When: Monday, May 12th at 6PM

Where: LGI at Fishers High School (enter through Door 1)

All interested students should join the sportsYou app. Instructions attached below.

Please email fishersboystennis@gmail.com with any questions.

Get ready for an afternoon of laughs, games, and excitement at the Game Show Battle Room Roadshow — a high-energy, interactive community event and fundraiser supporting the Fishers Marching Tiger Band! Think classic game show vibes with lots of laughs, friendly competition, and unforgettable moments.

Location: FHS Auditorium
Date: Sunday, May 4
Time: 2:00–4:00 PM (Doors open at 1:30)

Tickets start at $10 and must be purchased in advance here.

Don't miss this fun-filled event in support of our amazing band students who are competing at the Bands of America Regional Championship in Orlando this fall. Bring your friends, bring your laughter, and we’ll bring the games!

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5/6 End of Year Talent Show: Now Accepting Video Auditions

Students in grades 5/6 are invited to submit a video audition for our end of year 5/6 Talent Show! All submissions are due by midnight on Friday, May 9. The Talent Show will be held on the morning of Tuesday, May 27 during the school day for our 5th and 6th grade students.

Students can find the audition form to submit their video on their Canvas music class homepage and in their school Outlook email. The form must be opened and submitted from an HSE account.

Questions? Please contact our music teacher, Mrs. Jennifer Bryan: jbryan@hse.k12.in.us

Fall Early Bird Registration Begins May 1st
We’re offering a record number of sports this fall! Register for football (including expanded girls flag divisions), cheer, soccer, volleyball, cross country, field hockey, fall baseball, fall softball, high school rugby sevens, boys and girls lacrosse stick skills, and esports. Early bird registration runs through May 31st at myathletics.com. Information will continue to be updated here. Fall into play with us!

Girls Volleyball Rec+ Evaluations May 7th and May 18th
Mudsock Youth Volleyball will hold Rec+ evaluations for incoming 5th through 8th graders (2025–26 school year) on Wednesday, May 7th, or Sunday, May 18th. Find all the details and sign-up information here. Participants must also be registered for the girls rec fall season to attend evaluations. Registration opens May 1st at myathletics.com.

Fall Registration Scholarships Available
Interested in scholarship opportunities for fall sports? Families may apply for one scholarship per season, per child. Applications must be submitted and approved during the open registration period, May 1st–31st. For more information, email [info@myathletics.com]info@myathletics.com.

• Fever of 100.4 should stay home for 24 hours and remain home until fever is normal without the use of medication.
• Vomiting should stay home for 24 hours and remain home until vomit free without help of medication.
• Diarrhea should stay home for 24 hours and remain home until diarrhea free without use of medication.

*Attention all 5th grade parents. Students will need their 6th grade vaccinations due 20 days after the start of school start of school. Please check with your doctor or local clinic. If you have any questions, please contact the clinic. 317-594-4120 ext 3.

Educate yourself about the risks of teens consuming energy drinks

Some of the dangers of energy drinks include:

• Dehydration (not enough water in your body).
• Heart complications (such as irregular heartbeat and heart failure).
• Anxiety (feeling nervous and jittery).

• Insomnia (inability to sleep).

• High blood pressure

• Potential for addiction with regular use

  
  

More resources here:

https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/wellness-and-prevention/energy-drinks-and-kids

https://www.cdc.gov/school-nutrition/energy-drinks/index.html

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dAPgOUoOe9k

This video 5:58-9:50 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LH2qNZtxqMU

Rethink Your Energy Drink: Beware of Extreme Caffeine

1. Avoid perfectionism - Don't expect things to be perfect when taking a test. Mistakes will happen, just do your best, and work hard.

2. Avoid negative thoughts - Push negativity away and replace with positive thoughts such as, "I can do this," "I studied," or "I know this."

3. Get sleep - Get a good night's sleep. Start settling down and relaxing about an hour before you need to fall asleep. This means no screens, while trying to calm down. Go to bed at a decent time. No caffeine close to bedtime.

4. Be prepared - Know how to study. Ask a teacher for help, if needed. Study early enough before the test, so you know the material. This will boost your confidence.

5. Deep breaths - Breathe deeply, in through your nose and out through your mouth.

6. Time - Take time to focus on each individual question. Read and re-read, if needed, for understanding and clarity.

If your child is withdrawing from Hamilton Southeastern Intermediate/Junior High School, please notify the Counseling Department at least two days in advance of your child’s last day. Withdrawal forms must be signed by the parent/guardian.

Fishers Youth Assistance Program (FYAP) offers a free weekend snack program for any student attending Hamilton Southeastern Schools who qualifies for the reduced lunch program or has an increased need currently. Snacks are delivered to schools each week and sent home with students. To be part of this free program, you must sign up your family online at https://forms.gle/ZDZ4mtJ2sXoaRRRx6.

The 21st Century Scholars program helps eligible students who meet certain high school requirements attend college for free, https://learnmoreindiana.org/scholars/enroll/.

Any 8th grade boys attending HSE HS that is interested in trying out for boys soccer - There will be an informational meeting for players and parents on Monday, 5/31/25. The meeting will be from 8-9pm in the HSE HS CCA cafeteria.

Safe Sitter Training is designed to prepare students in grades 6-8 to be safe when they're home alone, watching younger siblings, or babysitting. The instructor-led class is filled with fun games and role-playing exercises. Students even get to use manikins to practice rescue skills like choking rescue and CPR!

Register for a 1-day class. Choose from the dates below:

• April 6
• June 8
• July 13
• August 3
• October 5
• December 7

12 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the Carmel Fire Department

Registration is $75. Pre-registration is required at least one week in advance. To register, call 317-840-0316 or email jrutherford@carmel.in.gov. Register early as classes fill quickly!

Call: Justin Rutherford 317-840-0316

Help us in recognizing and appreciating our talented, hard-working, and dedicated employees by submitting a R.A.V.E. (Recognizing All Valuable Employees) Review. All HSE staff members are eligible for nomination and may be recognized multiple times. To submit a R.A.V.E. Review, click here to fill out a quick and easy online form and share why the individual is a 5-Star employee.

Recipients will receive a R.A.V.E. Review window cling to proudly display their nomination in their workspace, a certificate and letter of recognition with their review. Each month, one R.A.V.E. Review recipient will be selected at random by the Hamilton Southeastern Education Foundation for a $100 gift card. Thank you for your support!

12278 Cyntheanne Road, Fishers, IN, USA

Main Line: 317-594-4120

Attendance: 317-594-4126

Counseling: 317-594-4124

Fax: 317-594-4129

Website: https://hij.hseschools.org

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