Hixson Happenings
134th Issue, January 6, 2023
Important Dates
January 9 - Late Start Day
January 9 - 11 - 6th & 7th grade Admin/Counselor registration talks
January 10 - Incoming 6th grade parent night, 6pm
January 13 - Hixson 8th grade band & Advanced Orchestra tour
January 16 - MLK Day, No School
January 17 & 18 - 6th & 7th grade course requests entered
January 23 - Late Start Day
January 26 & 27 - NWEA Test
February 24 - 8th grade glow party!
Monday, January 9, 2023 is a late start day! School starts at 9:40 am!
Report Cards are now viewable in parent portal!
Directions on viewing the report card may be found below or by viewing the video at the the following link: https://youtu.be/sMFJMqnlk2I
1.Visit https://sis.webster.k12.mo.us
2.Click on the “Parent” tab and log in with your username and password.
3.Click on the “Grades” button.
4.To view teacher comments and citizenship grades, click on the underlined grade for each class.
If you have any questions regarding your child's grades, please contact the classroom teacher.
NWEA Testing - January 26 & 27
Since our second NWEA testing window is quickly approaching (January 26 & 27), I wanted to share some wording with you about how to talk about the importance of the test with your child. It is extremely important that we are talking about the test with our students in a positive way that helps them understand its purpose.
"The NWEA test is important because it helps your teachers determine what you are doing really well, and what additional academic support you need to be successful. Your teachers will look at the results from the test and decide how they are going to support you. This is why they ask you to do your very best on the test. We know the test takes a lot of time and that some parts of it may be hard for you, but please do your best and show what you know!
The testing schedule will be shared in the coming weeks. Please be on the look out!
Signage at Bristol Elementary
8th grade Glow Party!
2nd Semester 8th grade Festivities!
Six Flags Trip
When: Friday, May 12th, 2023
Departure from school: 9:00am
Arrival back to school: 5:00pm
Students will need money for food/drink
Cost per student: $37; if students have a Six Flags season pass, they will only need to pay $7 to cover transportation.
Make check payable to WGSD: drop off at Hixson main office
Cash payments can be dropped off in a sealed envelope marked “Six Flags” with student name on the envelope at the Hixson main office
Follow the link below to make credit card payments
Webster Groves SD (you will need to create an account to utilize this option: All questions pertaining to this option can be answered by Sarah Magruder, Administrative Assistant. You can reach her at magruder.sarah@wgmail.org
All students will ride the bus to and from Six Flags, returning to Hixson Middle School at 5:00pm. Park Hours are 9:00am to 5:00pm on this day. VICC transportation home is available for those enrolled in the program. Scholarships are available (on a limited basis). Please contact Mr. Atterberry (atterberry.jeff@wgmail.org) or Ms. Reif (reif.lynne@wgmail.org) for more information.
8th Grade Social
When: Friday, February 24, 2023
Where: Hixson Middle School
Time: 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm
-The 8th grade social will be an after school event. To celebrate the achievements of the class of 2023, there will be a social gathering full of music, dancing and fun! This event is free and open to all 8th graders. This event is sponsored in conjunction with the Hixson PTO.
8th Grade Promotion Ceremony
When: Monday, May 22, 2023
Where: Webster Groves High School, Roberts Gym
Time: 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
-The 8th grade celebration is a time to honor the Hixson 8th grade class of 2023.
-If any parent is interested in volunteering to create a video presentation honoring the class of 2023 please contact Mr. Atterberry at atterberry.jeff@wgmail.org
More communication for all events will continue to come out as we get closer to these events. As always please feel free to reach out to Mr. Atterberry at atterberry.jeff@wgmail.org or by calling 314-918-4661 with any questions.
PTO Updates
Support the Hixson Middle PTO Annual Fund
Help MAKE HIXSON HAPPEN! Make a gift today to support the PTO Annual Fund which enhances the educational experience for EVERY HIXSON STUDENT!
Click HERE to make a gift via Paypal or send in a gift by check to the Hixson office. All gifts are tax-deductible!
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Contact Us
Email: mayes.shenita@wgmail.org
Website: https://www.webster.k12.mo.us/Hixson
Location: 630 South Elm Avenue, Webster Groves, MO, USA
Phone: 314-963-6450
Facebook: facebook.com/HixsonMiddleSchool