HMS Family Newsletter | Feb. 6th |
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Dear HMS Families,
This week at Hastings Middle School was filled with productive learning and collaboration. We kicked off a new reading challenge in the media center, inviting all students to explore the Maud Hart Lovelace Award nominees, and many of our young readers have already started diving into those books!
We also took time to celebrate the people who support our students every day. In honor of National School Counseling Week, our school showed appreciation for our amazing counseling team.
To cap off the week, students came together this afternoon for a spirited all-school assembly. Our Jazz Band set an energetic tone with music as each grade cheered on classmates during fun winter-themed competitions, including a fast-paced “bobsled” relay and a race to pull on cold-weather gear. Student leaders and staff helped everything run smoothly, and the gym was filled with Raider pride, laughter, and teamwork. We ended the assembly on a high note with the band playing our school fight song, sending everyone into the weekend smiling. Even outside the school day, our winter sports teams and clubs have been working hard and demonstrating great teamwork and perseverance.
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| Go Raiders! Ryan Wynn
Principal
Hastings Middle School |
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🎨 Dakota County Student Art Contest – Now Open! |
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Hastings Middle School has been invited by Dakota County and the Public Arts Advisory Committee to help promote the 2026 Dakota County Student Art Contest. This annual event celebrates young artists across the county, and we encourage our HMS students to showcase their creativity! Key Details: |
Families and students can view the official flyer here: |
This is a great opportunity for our artists to shine! Thank you for encouraging your student to participate! |
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Last week, Hastings Middle School celebrated another round of Level Up Awards! |
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These awards recognize students and staff who model a growth mindset and continue to model the Raider Way by being safe, respectful, and responsible. Thank you, Raiders! |
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The Scholastic Book Fair is a fantastic opportunity to share the excitement of new books with your child. Independent reading fosters a love for learning and supports academic success, so don’t miss out!
School Dates: |
- Monday, February 23rd | 7:35 AM - 2:45 PM
- Tuesday, February 24th | 7:35 AM - 2:45 PM
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Location: Hastings Middle School Library Media Center Family Event Date: |
- Tuesday, February 24th | 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
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Location: Near the Hastings Middle School Auditorium Book Fair Homepage: Scholastic Book Fair – Hastings Middle School
Set up a Book Fair eWallet, a secure digital payment option that allows your child to shop cash-free at the Fair! Visit our homepage to learn more. We can’t wait to see you there! |
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Maud Hart Lovelace Award Participation
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This year, students have the opportunity to participate in the Maud Hart Lovelace Book Award program. An engaging reading experience that puts students in the role of readers and voters! To be eligible to vote, students must read or listen to at least three nominated books. Titles are available through the library media center and the public library, making it easy for students to participate. Along the way, students will develop a love of reading, share their thoughts, and build critical thinking skills. Ask your child which book they’re cheering for.
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2/16 No School: Presidents Day 2/19 Orchestra Concert All Grades
2/24 Choir Concert Grades 5/6 2/26 Evening Conferences 2/27 No School: Conferences |
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📅 Parent/Teacher Conferences Are Approaching! |
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Parent/Teacher Conferences are approaching! Here’s the important information: |
- Conference dates/times:
- Thursday, February 26: 4:30–8:30 PM
- Friday, February 27: 8:30 AM–3:30 PM
- Conference format:
- Conferences will be held by default via Google Meet. Each conference is 5 minutes, with a 2-minute break between meetings.
- In-person option:
- If you would prefer an in-person conference, you may indicate this when you sign up.
- Sign-up opens:
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We’re currently hiring Paraprofessionals (PSAs) across the Hastings School District! These positions play an important role in supporting our students and staff every day.
If you or someone you know is interested in making a difference in our schools, we encourage you to apply today! 👉 Apply Now! | |
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Main Office📞 651-480-7060 |
| Wellness Center📞 651-480-7084 |
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Main Office 651-480-7060
Wellness Center 651 480-7084 Nurse's Office 651-480-7072 Attendance Line 651-480-7061 (late or absent), 651-480-7062 (passes to leave school)
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Today we had a schoolwide assembly for all of our HMS students with the theme of Winter Olympics “Faster, Higher, Stronger- Together.” Our students practiced being safe, respectful, and responsible in this fun celebration and we all had a really fun time!
On next Wednesday, February 11th in advisory the Raider Way lesson will guide students through an activity to reflect on one of our core school values - Respect. Students will share what respect looks like in students and adults at Hastings Middle School. You can support students by asking them to reflect with you on these questions: |
- What is respect at school?
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What does respect look like in students at HMS?
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Sore throats and strep throat appear to be on the rise again this week. Please continue to monitor your student for symptoms such as sore throat, fever, headache, or stomachache, and keep them home if they are not feeling well. Good hand hygiene, avoiding shared drinks or utensils, and getting plenty of rest can help reduce the spread. Thank you for helping us keep HMS healthy!
Nurse Erin and Nurse Katie 🌸 |
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Lost and found items are primarily located near the gym. These include clothing, water bottles, hats, and similar items, which students can collect during the school day. After school, students and families can access these items by entering through the gymnasium doors. Smaller valuables, such as headphones and jewelry, are kept at the Welcome Center. These can be retrieved during school hours or after school until 3:30 pm. Please remind your child to regularly check the lost and found for any missing items throughout the school year. Unclaimed items will be donated on the following dates: |
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Parent/guardians are welcome to eat lunch with their student. Please alert Rachel Boatman in the Welcome Center 24 hours in advance either by phone (651-480-7062) or email (rboatman@isd200.org). When notifying Rachel Boatman, please state the day you are planning on coming in to eat lunch and your child's name/grade level. To enter the building, you will need to show your driver's license as part of our check in system. Grade Level Lunch Times are Below:
Grade 5: 11:19-11:44
Grade 6: 12:16-12:41
Grade 7: 10:50-11:15
Grade 8: 11:47-12:12 |
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Parent Portal and Schoology Access |
If you need assistance logging into the Parent Portal and Schoology:
Reach out to Natalie Zeyen nzeyen@isd200.org 651-480-7084 |
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Parent partnership is a vital part of making Hastings Middle School a success! Whether it’s through volunteering your time or contributing resources, your support makes a big difference for our students and staff. PTO Membership
Our PTO is looking for parents/guardians to join and help continue supporting our school community. If you are interested, please contact Devyn Dimmick-Partington at devyn.dimmick@gmail.com.
Ways to Get Involved: |
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