Dear HMS Parents, Guardians, and Students,
It’s hard to believe we’ve reached the final stretch of the school year! May is a time filled with excitement, celebration, and reflection. As we wrap up the school year, I want to recognize the hard work and progress our students and staff have shown throughout the year.
MCA Testing – Wrapping Up Strong
We are currently finishing up our MCA testing, with Science assessments concluding this week. These assessments are a valuable opportunity for students to show what they’ve learned, and I am incredibly proud of the focus and effort they've demonstrated. Thank you to our families for supporting students with reminders to get good sleep, eat a healthy breakfast, and bring a positive attitude each day.
We use these assessments to inform our instruction and measure student growth. While the results don’t tell the whole story, they are one of many tools we use to support learning and celebrate success.
Quarter 4 in Full Swing
We are fully engaged in Quarter 4. This is a time for students to demonstrate mastery, build momentum, and enjoy some well-earned celebrations. From field trips and end-of-year activities to continued classroom learning, this is a time of both rigor and fun.
Please remind your child that every day still matters. Attendance, organization, and effort make a big difference this time of year, especially as students finish projects, prepare for finals, or participate in transition activities.
Looking Ahead
The final weeks of school will include many celebrations, recognitions, and transition events, particularly for our 8th graders as they prepare for high school, and for our incoming 5th graders getting ready to join the HMS family. Keep an eye on our school communications for details on important end-of-year events.
As always, thank you for your continued partnership. We’re incredibly proud of what we’ve accomplished together this year and we’re excited to finish strong!
Go Raiders!
Ryan Wynn
Principal
Hastings Middle School
