HMS Family Newsletter | Mar. 13th |
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Dear Hastings Middle School Families,
This week at HMS was full of energy and community spirit as students dove into lessons, wrapped up projects, and enjoyed activities around the building. Looking ahead, our 5th/6th grade “Under the Sea” dance is scheduled for Friday, March 27 (6:30-8:00 PM) in the cafeteria, and we’d be grateful for family volunteers to help chaperone, staff concessions, or sell tickets, chaperones work 6:00-8:15; if you can help, please call the HMS Wellness Center at 651-480-7084 or sign up via the building calendar.
We’re continuing our Raider Way work to keep HMS a safe, respectful, and responsible place for everyone. After Spring Break we will reteach bathroom expectations to students on Monday, March 23, as we’ve seen an increase in unexpected bathroom behaviors and want routines and reporting to be very clear for students and adults. As always, we remind students and families that “clear is kind.”
We have so much to celebrate: congratulations to our Youth Art Month honorees, Lorelai Blaido (1st), Jolena Jallah (2nd), and Julia Schultz (4th), and to Owen Miller, our Cribbage Club champion. I’m also proud to share that our community has recorded 8,710 Raider Recognition tickets so far this year, which is a wonderful testament to students demonstrating the Raider Way. |
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A reminder that spring sports registration is open (5-8 track and 5-8 boys tennis begin April 1), and there is no school March 16-20 for Spring Break; we’ll welcome students back on Monday, March 23. Thank you for partnering with us, your support at home makes a big difference in students’ success and well-being. Enjoy the break, rest up, and we’ll see you after next week! Go Raiders! Ryan Wynn
Principal
Hastings Middle School |
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🎨 March is Youth Art Month! |
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Each year, our state celebrates student artists by hosting the Minnesota Youth Art Month Exhibition. Congratulations to Lorelai Blaido (8th), Jolena Jallah(7th), Julia Schultz (7th), and Ari Parmeter (7th) for having their artwork selected for the Minnesota Youth Art Month Exhibition! This is the first time HMS has had multiple students place at state! |
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Lorelai Blaido — 1st Place
- Jolena Jallah — 2nd Place
- Julia Schultz — 4th Place
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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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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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3/16-3/20 No School: Spring Break 3/27 5th Grade/6th Grade Dance |
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Our spring MCA assessments are right around the corner. Please review the schedule below and help your student come prepared with a charged Chromebook, wired headphones, and a good night’s rest. Reading MCA |
- Tuesday, April 14
- Wednesday, April 15
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- Tuesday, April 21
- Wednesday, April 22
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- Wednesday, April 29 (A Day)
- Hours 1–3
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- Friday, May 1 (A Day)
- Hours 1–3
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We appreciate your partnership in ensuring students are ready to do their best. More details will be shared with students during the school day as we get closer to testing dates. |
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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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Volunteers needed: 5th/6th grade dance March 27th
We are in need of parent/family volunteers for our upcoming 5th and 6th grade dance on Friday, March 27th from 6:30-8 p.m. If you are interested, please call the HMS Wellness Center at 651-480-7084. Thank you for your support! |
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As we head into Spring Break, the health office would like to remind everyone to take time to rest, recover, and recharge. A little extra sleep, staying hydrated, and continuing good habits like washing your hands can help everyone return feeling their best. We hope all of our HMS families have a safe, relaxing, and enjoyable Spring Break!
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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