Heartland Family Newsletter
Heartland Happenings - 10/2/2022
Notes From Ms. Johnson
It's parent/teacher conference season!! This October 6th & 10th we will be hosting our annual conferences and I feel it's important to go through the format as it's been a little while since we hosted these conferences face to face.
First, it's important to know that there are no sign-ups for these conferences. These are first come first serve in fashion. We will have different grade levels, electives, and special education teachers stationed in different areas of the building. As a parent - you simply wait in line for the teacher that you would like to speak with. We've asked teachers to keep these conferences 5-7 minutes in length as lines can get "longish" at certain points in time.
*Pro Tips - Having gone through MANY conferences in this format as a parent myself - here are some things to know ahead of time.
1) Different in comparison to elementary conferences - these conferences aren't mandatory. However, they are a great way to connect with those teachers you may need to speak with.
2) Make a plan ahead of time. It will probably be impossible to meet with every single teacher your student has. Rank them in order. Pick the 2 or 3 "must-see" teachers so you know where to focus your energy. (Think lines at the amusement park - which rides are "must rides" vs. "would be good to ride")
3) Math is always the longest line. Always... Without fail...
4) If the conversation is going to take longer than 5-7 minutes - I ask that you make an appointment with the teacher at another time. 5-7 minutes is a great time for clarification and understanding but not enough time to resolve major issues.
5) Don't forget those elective teachers! Typically, the core teacher area is PACKED and if you go to the room where the elective teachers are stationed - tumbleweeds are blowing through. Elective teachers are people too - show them the love!
6) Special education teachers are available. If your student is receiving support from our special education department - please feel free to stop by the media center and have a conversation.
7) It's a bit of a gamble on when to come. Typically, the first night has larger crowds. If the 2nd night is a possibility - give it a thought. The event runs from 4:30 - 8:00p on both nights.. Here's a straight honest statement - 7:45pm is a BAD time to show up wanting to visit with all the teachers. Remember - teachers will have been at work for over 12 hours at that point and things get a bit hazy...
Please access the Parent Portal to identify your child’s classes and teachers. While in the portal you can view grade and attendance information that can help guide the conversation with the teachers. If you do not have a Parent Portal account, please go to the Edmond Public Schools website (www.edmondschools.net) and click on the Parent Portal tab to learn how to establish an account.
A common question we get is in regard to having your Heartland student join you for these conferences. I would say that is student specific. They can certainly attend. If you feel you can have an honest conversation with them present - go for it. If you need to get the scoop and it would be easier if they weren't here - that works too... Your choice completely.
We look forward to seeing our families on the 6th & 10th of October from 4:30 - 8:00p... Have a great weekend Heartland!!
WE ARE...HEARTLAND!
Respectfully,
Veronica Johnson
Principal, Heartland Middle School
405-340-2972
Grade Level Newsletters
MS Swim Information
Tryout Information for Heartland and Summit
Thursday, October 6th from 2:45-4:00pm at the Mitch Park Pool Facility...
Mandatory parent meeting from 4:15-4:45pm...
If you were on the team last year - you do not need to tryout. Simply come to the parent meeting...
Tornado Drill Time!
Congratulations to Heartland 7th & 8th Grade Varsity Football!
Future Santa Fe High School Wolves!
United States Naturalization Test Graduation Requirement
Student IDs Required to Be Worn Each Day
Students are required to wear their student ID each and every day. All students have received their initial ID for the year. Students that do not have their ID are expected to print a temporary sticker badge to wear for the day. This should only be used in emergency situations. Students are allotted 5 free sticker badges per month and will be charge $1 for every badge thereafter until the end of the month. Students wearing a sticker badge will not have access to the snack bar and be last in lunch lunch line. I recommend purchasing a new ID for $5 if your student has lost their ID.
This is one of the district's many safeguards for our schools. IDs provide a quick glance of students that belong to our school, their grade level, and which parts of the building they should be in during the day.
Thank You Coaches For Your Work With All 4 Of Our Football Programs!
Heartland Parent Organization News!
Heartland Families,
The Staff Appreciation Committee will be serving the teachers dinner Monday, October 10 for Parent-Teacher Conferences. The Outback Steakhouse has generously donated baked potatoes and they need your help with toppings, desserts and drinks.
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HPO Board:
President: Leigh Bloskovich
President-Elect: Cassie Niemann
Vice President: Trish Harrison
Treasurer: Jamila Woodard
Secretary: Belinda James
HPO Chairman:
Restaurant Nights: Jaime Clark
Staff Appreciation: Angela Spitler
Dates to Remember:
10/11 Hidalgo’s Give Back Day (11am-9pm)
10/12 Popcorn Sales $1.00 bag-sold at lunch
10/25 The Garage Give Back Night (Covell) (6-9pm)
11/15 Mitch Park Ice Skate Night
Questions? heartland.hpo@gmail.com
Thanks for your support!
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HEARTLAND CORE CHARACTER VALUES
Honesty - Being truthful in what I say and do
Enthusiasm - Expressing interest and excitement in what I do
Attentiveness - Concentrating on the person or task before me
Resiliency - Recovering from adversity and finding the inner strength to withstand stress
and do my best
Tolerance- Demonstrating respect for others who do not share my perspective
Leadership- Knowing the way. Going the way. Showing the way.
Accountability - Accepting responsibility for my actions
Nice- Dude. Be Nice!
Discipline- Choosing behaviors to help me reach my goals and finish strong!
Heartland Middle School
Veronica Johnson - Lead Principal
Laura Brown - Principal, 6th Grade
Paul McQueen - Principal, 7th Grade
Edward Hudson - Principal, 8th Grade
Lisa Edwards - 6th Grade Counselor
Whitney Davis - 7th Grade Counselor
Kim Treece - 8th Grade Counselor
Email: heartland.middleschool@edmondschools.net
Website: https://heartland.edmondschools.net/
Location: Heartland Middle School, Explorer Drive, Edmond, OK, USA
Phone: (405)340-2972
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/heartlandmiddleschool