September 21, 2018
MESSAGE FROM PRINCIPAL KATHLEEN SULLIVAN
Guidance Update
This past week our counselors did their first guidance lesson with the students. This is something they will do monthly throughout the year, and I will update you about each of the lessons afterward. This first lesson was about bullying: the definitions, how harmful it is to the victims, consequences and how to report it. As the counselors shared with the students, we take a zero tolerance stance at Hill Country when it comes to bullying. Students were instructed that there are a variety of ways to report bullying that is occurring to themselves or to others. They can obviously notify any trusted adult at HCMS, they can tell you and you could reach out to a counselor or administrator, or we have an awesome resource called Quick Report. This is an online form that can be accessed on our HCMS web page under the Resources tab (https://www.eanesisd.net/quickreport). Anyone may make a report in this manner. It can be anonymous or those reporting can list their name. These reports come directly and immediately to me, the principal. The sooner we can get involved to help put an end to the situation the better!
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Homecoming Game
Tonight is the Westlake Homecoming game, which is an exciting time.
Please note that the high school band will perform after the game due to the Homecoming regalia. This means that students in The Pit will need to be picked up at The Pit gate by an adult. It does not have to be their parent, but students may not just leave. Hope to see everyone there. Go, Chaps!
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HCMS to host author, ALAN GRATZ!
Parents, this is a HUGE deal! Alan Gratz has written many award winning books: Refugee, Prisoner B3087, Code of Honor, to name a few. His new book, Grenade, is a historical fiction set on the island of Okinawa during WWII. It is amazing!
Order the book from us so that your student can get it personally signed by the author! Click HERE for the order form, or pick one up from the HCMS Library.
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TEXAS TEEN BOOK FESTIVAL FIELD TRIP
The HCMS Library is field tripping to the TTBF on October 6!
It's a fun day of over 30 authors who write for teens!
Students will be able to meet their favorite and soon-to-be favorite authors, buy books and get them signed, and meet other readers from around Texas!
Permissions slips are due September 18 and can be found HERE or picked up from the Library. Watch the video: https://goo.gl/ZR6LSJ
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What: 2018 National Down Syndrome Society Buddy Walk
When: October 21, 2018 from 12-4 PM
Where: Reunion Ranch, Georgetown, TX
Click here to Register!
Make sure you are signed up for team "Hill Country Cougars"!! We are so excited for you to join us!
Here is the website for additional information: http://www.dsact.org/buddy-walk/
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Cougar Volleyball
7A vs. Marble Falls
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7B vs. Marble Falls
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8A vs. Marble Falls
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8B vs. Marble Falls
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IMPORTANT REMINDERS
We are excited to share that Hill Country Middle School will be administering the PSAT 8/9 on Wednesday, October 10, 2018 to all 8th grade students. The PSAT 8/9 is a College Board assessment designed to assist students in preparation for continued success in high school and on to college.
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All schools release exactly 3 hours early. Bus routes run exactly 3 hours early.
Elementary Parent Reminders: Lunch will not be served; Remember to make any necessary changes in Campus Dismissal Manager.
Does talking about our differences make you anxious? Are you afraid of saying the wrong thing, or offending someone else? If we have trouble talking about diversity as grown-ups, how can we help our children to navigate the diverse world they are inheriting? Join Eanes ISD parent and author, Carolyn Helsel, for a three-part discussion series on the Gifts of Diversity: Understanding our Differences through the Lens of Gratitude.
Calling all Dancers 6th through 12th grade!! Our Annual Jazz Intensive is on October 8, from 9am-1pm. The class will be focusing on technique, style and cutting-edge combos and is being taught by our talented Hyline Directors. All dance levels are welcome! Visit the Hyline website at www.whshyline.com to register.
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HILL COUNTRY MIDDLE SCHOOL
1300 Walsh Tarlton, Austin, Texas 78746