Hutchinson Herald
Weekly Bulletin 8/8 - 8/12/22
OUR MISSION is to cultivate a positive community of engaged critical thinkers.
OUR VISION is for all students to access high quality curriculum, engaging instructional activities, and a supportive learning environment,
WE ARE COMMITTED to closing the gap for our students who are below grade level while still ensuring that every student makes continuous growth each year.
Message from the Principal Mrs. Bae
Welcome back everyone to the new 2022-2023 school year! I hope everyone had a wonderful summer filled with rest, relaxation, and unforgettable memories with loved ones. Our staff has been excitedly preparing for the new school year and we look forward to a thriving year of growing and learning together!
With our strong team of committed teachers, dedicated staff members, and supportive parents, our Hutchinson students have a great structure in place to become successful students and productive citizens in our community. We are proud to be a Schools to Watch, California Distinguished School, Golden Bell Recipient, PLTW Distinguished School, and most recently, Pivotal Practice Recipient. I encourage parents to become involved in our PTSA and take an active role in your student's education.
As educational partners, we look forward to working collaboratively together to prepare our students to be college and career ready. Let's have an amazing 22-23 school year!
GO HAWKS!!
Message from the Assistant Principal Mr. Lamar
I am excited to be joining the Hutchinson Family this year! I am eager to meet and get to know everyone. Please, feel free to reach out to me and introduce yourself if you see me. It's important to me that I hear all the voices and see all the faces that make up this community. We are going to have a great year! Go Hawks!
First Day of School is Thursday, August 11th
- The first day of school will be a minimum day with dismissal at 1:15 pm.
- The school day starts at 8:35 am and gates will open at 8:05 am. There are two entrance gates - at Estero Road and at Alicante. Bora Road will be reserved for busses only.
- Zero period will begin on the first full week of school starting Monday, August 15th at 7:39 am.
- We highly recommend students to take the COVID at-home antigen tests on Wednesday, August 10th before school starts. It is not necessary to bring the test strip to school for verification. If a student tests positive, student must follow the isolation protocol and remain home.
- Class schedules will be emailed to parents the day before school starts. There will not be any schedule changes made the first week of school. Class change request forms will be available online starting the 15th. Please keep in mind changes are not guaranteed and are based on student need, class size, and availability.
- Students can pack a snack or lunch, or receive free meals through our NLMUSD nutritional services.
- PE Clothes can be purchased by students during break or lunch in the library or through our Webstore on our website. Please make sure to include your student's name in the order notes. Items can be picked up the following day in the library at break or lunch. Students will not be dressing out until Monday, August 15th.
- Students who did not pick up iPads during Distribution Day will receive them during the first week of school. Students can go to the library to pick up their devices.
- Textbooks will be distributed after the school year starts due to shipping delays.
- The first week of school will be focused on Onboarding. Students will learn about our school wide expectations and policies. Please review with your student our dress code and student handbook in advance. We appreciate your support in keeping our campus positive and safe!
6th Grade Orientation on Thursday, August 4th
Attention Incoming 6th graders! Please join us for your 6th grade Orientation on Thursday, August 4th from 9 am to 12 pm. This orientation will provide an opportunity for students to get a campus tour and engage in team building activities with other 6th graders. All 6th graders will be assigned to an 8th grade WEB leader who will serve as their mentor during the school year. A snack will be provided during the orientation.
Coffee and Donuts with PTSA on Thursday, August 4th
Welcome Back to the Grind! Join us in the library for a cup of coffee and a donut from 9:00 - 9:45 am tomorrow! Our PTSA Board would love to meet you!
Message from PTSA President, Cindy Staples
We are excited to make the 2022-2023 school year the best yet!
We need to your help, whether it's to help supervise the students at snack or lunch, volunteering for an event, donating goods or funds, or joining the board, we'd love to meet you! Please reach out to hutchhawksPTSA@gmail.com
PTSA Board 2022-2023
President - Cindy Staples
1st Vice President (Programs) - Stephania Torres
2nd Vice President (Membership) - Denise Hughes
3rd Vice President (Fundraising) - Erika Perret-Martinez
Secretary - Crystal Garnica
Treasurer - Kristi Ribeiro
Parliamentarian - Jennifer Ervin
Historian - Open
Auditor - Sarah Araza
Teacher Representative - Teresa Leon
Student Representative - Delaney Gilbert
Thank you for your support!
Warmly, Cindy Staples
HUTCHINSON BELL SCHEDULE 22-23
Fall Picture Day on September 9th!
Vaccine Clinic on Saturday, August 6th
Norwalk-La Mirada Unified School District, in conjunction with the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health and Mercy Pharmacy, will hold Vaccination Clinics this Saturday, August 6, from 9:00 am – 1:00 pm at Los Alisos and Hutchinson Middle Schools. These clinics are for students who are missing required immunizations in order to complete the registration process into the District.
Available immunizations will be MMR, TDap, and Varicella which will be offered free of charge. Individuals with or without medical insurance are also welcome. In order to receive immunizations, a form of identification showing clearly the name and birthdate of the individual getting the vaccine (Powerschool printout, birth certificate, medical record, passport, etc.) must be presented along with immunization record.
COVID-19 vaccinations and boosters are also available for ages 3 and up.
Counseling Resources for Families
LA County Department of Mental Health
Emotional Support Warm line: 800-854-8771 OPTION 2 (9am - 9 pm)
Important Dates
8/4 - 6th Grade Orientation
8/6 - Vaccine Clinic
8/10 - Class Schedules Emailed to Parents
8/11 - First Day of School (Minimum Day with dismissal at 1:15 pm)
8/12 - Regular Day (Dismissal at 3:00 pm)
8/15 - Zero Period Begins
TBD soon - Back to School Night
Contact Information
Facebook: Hutchinson Math Science Technology Engineering
Twitter: @hutch_hawks
Email: jbae@nlmusd.org
Website: www.hutchinsonhawks.org
Location: 13900 Estero Road, La Mirada, CA, USA
Phone: 562) 210-2945
Facebook: facebook.com/HutchinsonMathScienceTechnologyEngineering
Twitter: @hutch_hawks