The Buccaneer Bulletin
February 9, 2024
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Coming Up at the Bend...
Saturday 2/10
- Saturday School
- Middle School Art Reception at the Hive
- Parent Meeting for Rising 9th Graders at LTHS PAC
- Quad Track Meet (Boys @LTMS, Girls @West Ridge MS)
- Student Holiday
IMPORTANT COURSE SELECTION DATES!
March 1: All course selections due in Skyward. No changes can be made after this date!
*See more detailed information below*
Pom Squad Tryouts
Please enjoy our Pom Squad Promo Video :-)
Is your dancer interested in trying out for the HBMS Dance team?
If so, please see the Pom Squad Tryout Packet for more information.
There is a FREE Technique Clinic on February 22nd from 4:20-5:30 and mandatory parent and candidate tryout meeting on February 22 at 6pm in the HB Cafeteria.
Final Exam Schedule - May 2024
I know May seems far away, but it will be here before we know it! We have finalized our Final Exam Schedule. It looks very similar to Midterms, but these will take place the last week of school:
Monday 5/20: Review Day
Tuesday 5/21: 1st and 2nd Period Exams
Wednesday 5/22: 3rd and 4th Period Exams
Thursday 5/23: 5th and 6th Period Exams
Friday 5/24: 7th Period Exam and Early Release
8th Grade Panoramic - Tuesday February 27th
Rising 7th & 8th Grade Course Selection Information
January 26: LTISD Middle School Course Catalog goes live for viewing
February 7: Rising 7th & 8th grade parent information meeting for course selections at 6:30pm in the HBMS Cafeteria.
February 8-9: Counselors visit rising 7th & 8th grade classes to review course selection information and answer questions
February 26-28: Counselors visit rising 7th & 8th grade classes to assist students with entering course selections into Skyward
March 1: All student course selections due in Skyward. No changes can be made after this date.
Rising 9th Grade Course Selection Information
Rising 9th grade parents-
I can't believe the time has already come to start selecting courses for next year! Below are some important upcoming dates to keep in mind.
- February 8th during Grow Time: final high school transition meeting during Grow Time to discuss 9th grade courses and LTHS Programs of Study booklet (students only)
- February 12th at 6pm: Parent Meeting for rising 9th graders (at the LTHS PAC)
- February 26 & 27th during History classes: LTHS counselors will visit all HBMS 8th grade History classes to further discuss LTHS course options & how to enter course selections into Skyward. Please wait to enter courses in Skyward until after these lessons from the LTHS counselors (students only)
- March 1st: All course selections for 2024-25 school year due in Skyward
**After school events are not required, but can be helpful in answering your questions about LTHS courses. We also ask that you limit appointments during the school events so that your student can be up to date on important information.
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Kendall Sealy | 8th Grade Counselor | sealyk@ltisdschools.org
Skyward 101 - Mobile Friendly Online Forms
Click below to learn more about online forms that are now available to view, complete, and submit via the mobile app!
February Mental Health Newsletter
Unlock the power of emotional regulation in February's Mental Health Newsletter (English/Spanish). Emotional regulation is the key to building resilient, well-adjusted children. In today's fast-paced world, it's crucial for parents to be in the know about nurturing emotional intelligence. This newsletter is your guide to understanding the importance of emotional regulation and how it shapes your child's future success and well-being. Join our community of proactive parents and equip yourself with invaluable insights and strategies. Start your journey towards fostering emotional intelligence in your child.
Join us and start by reading this month's newsletter. As always, check out the ParentGuidance.org resources where you can access free courses led by licensed therapists on more than 50 topics. Check out the course titled, Parenting with Purpose. To access the course, simply navigate to ParentGuidance.org and click On-Demand Courses.
Sondi Laycock
Director of Impact
Cook Center for Human Connection
C:(208) 680-4212 (Call/Text) | CookCenter.org
Staff Shout Outs!
HBMS PTO Highlights
Spirit Wear
Upcoming Spirit Nights
3/4 - P. Terry's (5pm to close)
Follow PTO on Socials
Don't forget to like us on Facebook and follow us on Instagram @hbmspto!
HBMS Leadership Team
Principal
6th Grade
Assistant Principal: Tatiana Chavez
Counselor: Surita Scholla
7th Grade
Assistant Principal: Clark Fredrickson
Counselor: Dana Page
8th Grade
Assistant Principal: Brian Gill
Counselor: Kendall Sealy
Hudson Bend Middle School
Website: ltisdschools.org/HBMS
Location: 15600 Lariat Trail, Austin, TX, USA
Phone: 512-533-6400
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ltisdschools
Twitter: @HudsonBendMS