For the Week of 2/26 - 3/1
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A Message from Dr. Clapp
Classroom Peeks
Happenings
Get Involved!
Community Clicks
and Upcoming Events
“It was one of those March days when the sun shines hot and the wind blows cold: when it is summer in the light, and winter in the shade.” -Charles Dickens
Dear HKMS Families,
Today certainly felt like the March day Mr. Dickens was describing in Great Expectations! As we turn the calendar to March and look forward to spring (just 18 days away!), we have numerous updates on events and other end-of-the-year dates and reminders. Some of the most important that were finalized this week are:
Tickets for next week's performances of Finding Nemo Jr. are now on sale! See the happenings section below for all the information. We are arranging seating a bit different this year, with high-top tables and "cushy box seating" choices available.
Yearbooks are now on sale, but the window closes on 3/6. Check the "Happenings" section below for more info on how to order.
We have over $700 worth of library books overdue, please help us get those books back in to circulation!
On 3/19 the PTO coffee (9:30 - 10:30), will feature the full administration team from JBHS, to answer all of you questions about our amazing high school. This is not just for 8th-grade parents and guardians, all are encouraged to attend.
PTO BINGO Night will be held on 3/23, see the flyer in the "get involved" section below.
The third-annual ELF golf tournament will be held on 5/20 at Tashua Knolls, see the flyer in the "community clicks" section below.
Our spring music concerts will be held on 6/4 (instrumental) and 6/6 (choral), both start promptly at 6:00 p.m.
...and, the grade eight "closing ceremony" commemorating their time in Easton Public Schools will be June 13 at 6:00 p.m. on the HKMS "pond field" (weather permitting). If the weather is not suitable for an outside ceremony, we will shift to JBHS auditorium.
As each week progresses, more events will be finalized, so please pay attention to this newsletter and the "upcoming events" section.
Our last week of February was another outstanding one as students tackled challenging assignments, played 4 way volleyball, unpacked the "Greek Miracle," applied Latin root words to help understand new vocabulary words, and got organized in advisory. You can check it all out and more in this week's newsletter.
Wishing you and your family a wonderful weekend!
Sincerely,
Steven Clapp, Ed.D.
A glimpse inside of the terrific teaching and learning going on this week at HKMS!
Grade 6
Mr. Bernardi's historians are continuing to understand the remarkable accomplishment of the Ancient Greek civilization. From the roots of modern medicine and democracy, to mathematics and architecture, this golden age of Greece is often called the "Greek Miracle."
Our young scientists have designed their own experiments to investigate radiation and the earth's surfaces. Their essential question is, "Do different surfaces affect the absorption and reflection of radiation?" Throughout their experiments, students wrote their wonderings and things that they noticed. These were reviewed and discussed in a class circle discussion. Students made incredible connections between their recent rainforest projects and the discoveries during this lab.
Grade 7
Back to basics in Mr. Rogers' neighborhood as students learned and applied 10-Latin roots to new vocabulary, while also studying the parts of speech in this week's mini-grammar unit. A Kahoot! to finish off the day was a great celebration of new learning!
One of the defining characteristics of middle schoolers is their desire to socialize. Mrs. Rose caplitzed on this disposition by having her class use a "conver-station protocol" which rotates students into several groups to discuss how the past impact the present and future.
Grade 8
Today's quizzes on exponential functions (in algebra class) and volume,area, etc. (in math 8) was a tough ones and all tools (rulers, calculators, whiteboards, computers, and Mr. Crawford too) were needed to successfully navigate the challenging problems students tackled! The average was 92% between the classes!
Mr. Jockers' writers are composing their own books of IF...THEN scenarios. These books are based off of the non-fiction books that they just finished reading.
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What is 4-way volleyball? Only the best game ever! 4 teams compete against each other in a cross-sectioned quadrant court. Check out the video of a great rally. While game play was going on, students tested their flexibility at the sit and reach stations.
Art classes are not just about creating beautiful pieces, but are also about reflecting on new skills and learning. Mrs. G held classes in the library this week to create their "virtual art gallery" and used a nifty check-in reflection tool!
Orchestra students practicing new pieces for the spring concert and earning badges along the way! There is a year-long contest underway! Students are challenged to perform pieces in front of their peers, receive feedback and aim for a score 90% on SMart Music. When they do this, they are able to move their names to a higher tier of the display!
Sixth grade health students are creating venn diagrams comparing macronutrients and micronutrients. They are also using a chart system to check in on their learning progress throughout the class period.
Great minds think (and apparently dress) alike. Mr. Dolecki and Mr. Fearn inadvertently "twinning" this week!
Another great advisory week as teachers and students connected through games, organization tips, and the PIP project!
Events, activites, and other occurrences that happened at HKMS this week outside of the classroom.
Tickets now on sale!
We are excited to send out ticket information for next week's performance of Finding Nemo Jr. Performances are Friday night (3/8 curtain at 7:00 p.m.) and Saturday (3/9 curtain at 2:00p.m.)
There are a variety of seating options, be sure to review the map carefully. Please use the link below to purchase tickets.
https://eastonpto.membershiptoolkit.com/form/m/272009
Thank you for your support!
Our library needs your help!
Notices for library books overdue by one month or longer were emailed home yesterday. These books alone total over $700!
When these books are not returned or replaced, other students miss the chance to find and read these titles!
We appreciate your help at home to ensure books are returned in a timely manner.
Order a yearbook today before they are all sold out!!
Order a yearbook today before they are all sold out!!
Click HERE to submit your yearbook order!
Extra-Curricular Activities
Green Playful Chalk Board School Bazaar Flyer.pdfPlease fill out the HW Club form linked here prior to Thursday
Below are all the planned clubs and activities we will be offering this year.
CLICK ON THE CHART BELOW TO OPEN THE FULL DOC.
As each activities start date approaches, we will publish flyers of each club with more details below.
(Note: dates and times are subject to change)
Join us for a Parents' Night Out!
Saturday, March 23rd
7:00-10:00pm
St. Dimitrie Orthodox Church
(504 Sport Hill Road, Easton)
Tickets
$50 per person
$75 per couple (bring a spouse or a friend!)
includes food, drinks and 1 bingo card for each game (10 games total)
Purchase additional bingo cards at the event for a chance to win a variety of themed baskets!
Purchase tickets at eastonctpto.com
Spiritwear Direct
Events, entertainment, educational opportunities and at the EPL!
Easton 2023-2024 - Board Approved-Early Dismissal Days for PD Added.pdfHere is a updated district calendar that includes the 3 weather related days off from school calendar this year. The new last day of school for students is June 18th.
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