High Desert School Hawk Happenings
Week of November 6, 2023
Good evening High Desert Hawks and Families,
Campus Expectations
This week, please review the following campus expectations with students.
- After-School Supervision - Students are expected to be picked up in front of the school. We do not recommend that students walk to or wait at the AMPM or McDonalds. There is no HDS supervision at any local establishments.
- Sports Supervision - Students who are present to watch sports games MUST be accompanied by an adult. Students who are spectators are not able to hang out on campus waiting for the games to begin. All students and guests who watch the games are asked to remain in the gym and not play out on the campus grounds as there is no HDS supervision outside of the gym area.
- Attendance - In 2022, 1 in 3 students missed 10 or more days of school in a school year, making them chronically absent. Chronic absence causes issues with academic success and social wellbeing, and increases the probability of entering the criminal justice system. Tips for Supporting Student Attendance.
- AVID - We are holding our first Medal of Honor Mentor Days where 8th grade students mentor 5th and 6th grade students in learning more about our core values.
- SEL - October is Anti-Bullying Month. Students are learning about what bullying is and how to prevent and stop bullying.
Booster Club Fundraising
- PureVida Spirit Bracelets are now on sale! Pre-Sale for Bracelets is $8 until Nov. 17th. After break, regular cost is $10. Purchase an awesome spirit bracelet to show school spirit and raise money for our school.
Flag Football 2023
- Practices for 7/8th are on Tuesdays, 5/6th are on Wednesdays, and everyone on Thursdays. Games begin on 11/14 at High Desert Lower Field.
ASMO See's Candy Fundraiser
The Acton School's Music Organization works to provide music education to all students in our district. Their programs are made possible through the generous donations of our community and fundraising efforts. ASMO invites everyone to place an order for See's Candy for the holidays and support music in our schools. Orders will be shipped starting on 11/10/23 and can be placed online at: https://www.yumraising.com/secure/actonsmo_asmoacton_schools_music_organization8/MerFal5548/candy
HDS Parent/Guardian Involvement for Student Success
6th Grade Handbells Starting 11/6/23
HDS Pastries with the Principal
Assmblyman Lackey Art Contest
Athletics and Activities
Thankful Grams
5th Graders are raising funds for Outdoor Science School. Purchase a gram and let a friend know how grateful you are for them.
Dance Force Starts Nov. 13th
Our Ballroom Dance Performance Team, Dance Force, is excited to be starting their new season this year. Be sure to get your athletic clearance submitted and join them on Monday, Nov. 13th for the first meeting.
Duct Tape the Teacher Fundraiser
5th Graders are raising funds to attend Outdoor Science School. Buy a strip of Duct Tape and help use Tape our Teacher to the wall.
Flag Football Games
Turkey Bowl for 5/6th Grade
HDS Flag Football 2023
PureVida Spirit Bracelets
ASMO Winter Concert - Dec. 6th
Sierra Youth Sports Softball Clinic
Week of November 6, 2023
Check out our printed Weekly Newsletter for highlights and photos featuring our Dodgeball Tournament.
Monday, November 6
- 6th Grade Handbells 2:30-3:15pm
Tuesday, November 7
- 100-Mile Club 2:20-3:00pm
- Spirit Squad Practice 2:30-3:30pm
- 7/8th Handbells 2:30-3:15pm
- Flag Football 7/8th 2:30-4:30pm
- ASMO Meeting 4:30pm at La Cabana
- Early Release - Dismissal 1:10pm
- 100-Mile Club 1:15-1:45pm
- Flag Football 5/6th 1:30-3:30pm
Thursday, November 9
- 100-Mile Club 2:20-3:00pm
- Spirit Squad Practice 2:30-3:30pm
- Flag Football ALL 2:30-4:30pm
Friday, November 10
- No School - Veterans Day Observed
Have a great week and Go Hawks!
Attendance Matters
HDS Spirit Wear
Antelope Valley CAC Meeting
The AV SELPA invites all parents of students participating in the Special Education Program to join the CAC for an informational meeting regarding IEPs.
High Desert School
Email: mvanornum@aadusd.k12.ca.us
Website: http://aadusd.k12.ca.is/domain/9/
Location: 3620 Antelope Woods Road, Acton, CA, USA
Phone: (661) 269-0310
Facebook: facebook.com/hdsboosterclub/
Twitter: @Highdesert_aad