WELCOME Parents of
2014-2015
6th graders
Hudson Middle School Receives
Middle School of Excellence Award
Parent Group
New volunteers are welcomed. If
you are interested in being part of
parent group, you can sign-up in
August during registration.
Parent Orientation Agenda
I.
HSD 2025
VIII.
Counselor Services
II.
Middle School: What We
Focus Upon
IX.
Health Services
III.
The House System
X.
Food Service
IV.
Academics
XI.
Clubs and Activities
V.
Behavioral Expectations
XII.
Schedule and Important Dates
VI.
Dress Code
VII.
Attendance
XIII.
Registration
XIV.
Parent Group
HSD 2025
Purpose Statement
LEARNING
The Path to Our Global Future
Vision
Preparing each student for post-secondary success through a
culture of excellence in:
*challenging academics
*applied innovation
*critical thinking
*global stewardship
*purposeful collaboration
Challenging students and graduates to become informed, caring
contributors.
HUDSON MIDDLE SCHOOL
From Dependence
Organization:
SBIT
Team Meetings
Subject Area
Grade Level
Staff Development:
S.M.A.R.T Goals
Best Practices
Assessments
Love & Logic
RtI and PBIS
Academic Growth:
Knowledge/Skills
Inquiry/Application
HSD 2025
Physical Growth:
Understanding
Accepting
to
(Growth)
Independence
H.M.S.
What we
focus upon
Social Growth:
Self
Community/Nation
World
Operation:
Core Teachers
Specialists
Special Education
Support Staff
Student Support:
Success Center
P.A.T.
Tutors
SST Meetings
Study Clubs
Emotional Growth:
Personal Relationships
Family Relationships
Peer Relationships
Being Involved:
Activities/Co-curricular
Clubs
Sports
House System
th
6 Grade
Raider Blue
Raider White
Excalibur
Academic Core Subjects:
Math, Science, World Studies,
Language Arts A, and Language Arts B
Your child is likely to have a cart teacher.
House System
Promotes Positive Teacher / Student Relationships
Promotes Communication
Promotes Small School Feel / Belonging
Promotes Closer Monitoring of Academic Progress
Promotes Interdisciplinary Connections
Promotes Closer Monitoring of Student Needs /
Behavior
Promotes Team Approach to Education Focusing on
Educating the Whole Child
Academics
Expectation: Preparing each student for success through a culture of
excellence.
(HSD 2025)
21st Century Skills
Challenging Academics
Critical Thinking
Quality of Work
Inquiry
Application
Homework
One-to One Technology
21st Century learning requires students to be able to live, learn, and work
successfully in our information-rich society. Students must be able to
seamlessly integrate technology into all aspects of their lives. The Hudson
School District highly values the role of technology in education and wants
to leverage technology to enhance student learning through creation,
communication, interacting with resources, engaging in personalized
learning, and demonstrating and assessing their learning through multiple
authentic and meaningful ways.
A key component in the creation of vibrant technology integration plan is
adequate student access to technology. We are pleased to announce the
implementation of a one-to-one device program for all incoming 6th graders
this coming year. All 6th grade students will receive a Chromebook for use at
school and at home. Student will be expected to bring or have this device
with them every school day but specific use will be determined by teachers
who have and will receive professional development on how to enrich
student learning with technology.
One-to One Technology
Students and parents will be able to pick up their child’s
device during 6th grade registration on Friday, August 15th
along with some basic directions on how to get started
with the device and how parents can opt to purchase an
insurance policy to cover problems beyond the standard
warranty, accidental damage, or theft.
We encourage you to visit the link to Technology
Information under Student and Parent Resources on our
web site for more information and some frequently asked
questions.
Behavior
Expectation: The basic behavioral goal is to create an
environment that is conducive to learning and one that is
physically and emotionally safe for students and staff. All
students should have the opportunity to succeed. It is
expected that students will respect the rights and property of
others and practice good citizenship.
Learning to be in charge of one’s behavior is a growth process
that enables a person to be a responsible and respectful
individual.
We subscribe to Love and Logic / Logical Consequence approach to
student discipline as well as PBIS.
All Settings Matrix
Expectations
Be
Respectful
PBIS
Positive Behavior
Interventions System
Students know it as
Raider Pride
Be
Responsible
Be Safe
All Settings
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Be honest
Use appropriate language
Treat all staff, guests, and peers with good
manners
Follow dress code
Hats and caps removed from head and placed
in locker from 7:30am – 2:37pm
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Know and meet behavioral expectations
Follow dress code
Demonstrate self-control
Keep all areas clean
Follow directions first time given
Clear water bottles only from 7:30am – 2:37pm
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Keep hands and feet to yourself
Use equipment and materials as intended
Use right side of stairwell
Report unsafe conditions
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Stay on task
Use time wisely
Have necessary materials/equipment
Complete school work on time
Go to restroom/water fountain before or after
class
Be Prepared 
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We Don’t Do That Here!
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Teasing
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Bullying
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Harassment
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Cyber Bullying
Students are to report such incidents to a teacher,
counselor or other adult if such actions occur. For more
information related to bullying/harassment prevention, you
can visit the HMS Counselor’s Webpage on the HMS
website. The HMS homepage also has prevention
powerpoints available.
Appreciation for diversity is encouraged at
Hudson Middle School.
Dress Code
Hudson Middle School has an interest in student dress. There is a dress code.
This stems from the desire to maintain a positive school climate that is
conducive to teaching and learning.
THE DISTRICT ADOPTED STUDENT DRESS CODE POLICY #5132 FOLLOWS:
Student dress is defined as clothing, jewelry, make-up, body piercing, hair style,
tattoos(permanent or temporary) and accessories, all of which may violate this policy
in specific situations causing health concerns, safety concerns, or disruption of the
learning environment.
Students will dress in clothes which are appropriate for the learning
environment and other school-sponsored activities. Students are not to
dress in a way that presents a health or safety hazard, constitutes
Harassment as defined in the District’s harassment policy, or in a way that
materially disrupts class work, causes substantial disorder, or violates the
rights of others.
More information about the Student Dress Code Policy #5132 can be found
in your child’s Student and Family Handbook that will be distributed on the first
day of school.
Dress Code
*Students are NOT allowed to wear hats or hooded sweatshirts on their
head while in the building.
*Students are NOT to wear clothing advertising beer, liquor, cigarettes
and/or other illegal substances.
*Tank tops are not to be worn without a sweater/blouse over top.
Shorts and skirts may be questioned for length. Our building is cool in
temperature, so there is no need to wear tank tops or short shorts.
*Leggings -- Student will be required to wear a shirt that covers their
bottom when wearing leggings.
*Another concern to staff are shirts that are quite revealing, allowing for
cleavage to be shown. This can also be very distracting to students.
Attendance
State Laws allow parents/guardians to excuse their
children for only up to ten(10) days in a school year.
Any days after ten(10), parents/guardians must have a
Doctor’s note or the student is Unexcused.
After ten(10) days, students at the middle school level
can be referred to St. Croix County Department of
Family and Children Services for truancy.
School Counseling Services
2014-2015
Megan Blakeley
6th Grade - #4012
Dan Buckle
7th Grade - #4010
Angela Goebel
8th Grade - #4011
Other Pupil Services Members
David Gorman
School Psychologist
Chelsea Bellville
School Social Worker
Cindy White
Pupil Service Secretary
Main Office 715-377-3820
Pupil Service Office 715-377-3823
School Counseling Services
ASCA K-12 Comprehensive Program
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Academic
--Academic
--Organization
--Social/Personal
-- Study Skills
--Career
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--Peer Conflicts
Career
--Exploration
Group Counseling
-- New Student
Social / Personal
--Study Skills
--Friendships
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Individual Counseling
--Homework Completion
--SST Meetings
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--Family Change
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Classroom Guidance
--Core Character Traits
--Bully/Harassment Coping Strategies
--Cyber bullying Coping Strategies
--Academic Skills and Goal Setting
Health Services
Anna Henn R.N. B.S.N.
District School Nurse also serves:
Willow River
River Crest
Hudson Prairie
Jonel McGee
Health Assistant
Here daily from 7:15-3pm
Required Immunizations
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PLEASE NOTE THESE ARE A GRADE REQUIREMENT NOT AGE REQUIREMENT
FOR THE STATE OF WISCONSIN. THE REQUIREMENTS FOR VACCINES IN
MINNESOTA ARE DIFFERENT; FOLLOW WISCONSIN REQUIREMENTS
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Wisconsin Immunization law: All students must have complete records on file or
may claim waiver by first day of school.
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Easiest to request print out from clinic.
Required vaccines for 2014-2015 school year
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All 6th grade students need a booster Of Tdap
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A chicken pox booster (Varicella vaccine) is needed if they have not already
received a second dose.
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Waivers available for religious, personal conviction, and health (MD needs to
sign which vaccine is waived)
Annual Health And
Emergency Forms
•Required each year to keep health
information up to date (i.e. new or resolved
allergy).
•Please update contact phone numbers and
as needed throughout the year.
Medications
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Prescription medications: require parent and physician signature each
school year and when doses change.
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Over The Counter medications: require parent signature.
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We will follow the packaged dosing instructions. If the doses are outside of the
packaging recommendations, this requires an MD order.
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All medications must come in original bottle with student’s name
clearly labeled.
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Medications to be kept in health office, with exception of inhalers or if
specified by doctor.
Medication Forms are available on the school website under health services
tab.
“Illness ”
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Fever of >100 degrees or who have been
throwing up, need to stay at home until
non medicated fever free and vomiting
subsided for a full 24 hours.
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Diagnosed with strep or pink eye must
stay home for a full 24 hours from the
first dose of antibiotic.
Healthy Habits!
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Breakfast- Eat
breakfast to fuel the
body and brain.
(Complex carbohydrate
plus a protein is best for
learning.)
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Get adequate rest!
Recommended 8 hours
of sleep.
MIDDLE SCHOOL
NUTRITION SERVICES
We offer five entreé choices each day: Main Event, pizza, cold & hot
sandwiches, grab and go deli boxes, and salad bar.
Limit of 4 each Fresh fruits and vegetables, (salad bar) fruit sauce and a
hot veggie daily.
Limited amount of ala-carte items (priced separately from meal price).
All menu and ala-carte items meet the dietary guidelines for calories, fat
and sodium.
Students are expected to have money in their account to eat. They will be
allowed to charge one meal.
Pin number from elementary will carry over into middle school.
MIDDLE SCHOOL
NUTRITION SERVICES
Cash is not accepted at lunch registers. A Net Cash machine is provided
for students in the cafeteria that allows students to deposit cash into their
accounts. Cash and checks may also be deposited in boxes provided
outside the middle school office and cafeteria. Please
slips when depositing money.
use deposit
Write the student’s name on the slip. This
helps eliminate mistakes.
Students are informed when they have a balance of less than $10. Low
balance slips are NOT sent home at the secondary level. Balance of
student’s account can be checked at www.paypams.com.
Field trips: bag lunches can be purchased through Nutrition Services for
the price of a regular lunch. They can be ordered on permission slip of field
trip at least 5 days in advance.
MIDDLE SCHOOL
NUTRITION SERVICES
Feel free to contact the nutrition department if you
have any questions or concerns about your account
or the program. We look forward to serving you and
your children.
HMS Nutrition Manager
715-377-3820 Ext 4018
Clubs and Activities
Hudson Middle School provides a variety of after school clubs and
activities for students beyond the co-curricular athletic program.
Students interested in participating in clubs or activities should contact
the club sponsor for meeting times and location. They are typically
after school until about 3:30.
Some possible groups may include the following:
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History League, Math Counts, Chess/Games, Electronic Games, Art and
Writing, Scrapbook, Forensics, Minecraft, KABOOM Graphic Novels,
Handy Helpers, Photography, Student Council, Recycling, Investment,
Dance, Weight Training, and many more.
*Transportation for after school clubs is not provided.
2014-2015 School Year
Start 7:30am- End 2:37pm
First day for Students: September 2nd
Last day for Students: June 5th (Adjustable)
Winter Break: December 24th through January 2nd
Spring Break: March 2nd through 6th
Trimester Grading Periods
November 25th: End of First Trimester
March 13th: End of Second Trimester
June 5th: End of Third Trimester
Parent Teacher Conferences
October 16th(evening) and October 23rd (evening)
February 19th (evening) and February 26th(AM only)
REGISTRATION
General Information
8th grade Registration: August 11th from 12noon – 6p.m.
7th grade Registration: August 12th from 12noon – 6p.m.
6th grade Registration:
Friday, August 15th from noon – 6p.m.
Registration packet will contain the following:
House assignment letter
Coming for the first time for the 2014-2015 school year.
On-Line REGISTRATION
First Step
• Know your family access
login and password
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Call front office if you do NOT know your family access
login and password (Please complete this before the end
of this school year.)
Coming for the first time for the 2014-2015 school year.
On-Line REGISTRATION
Second Step
•
Safeway Transportation Forms must be completed on-line by
May 30, 2014! Forms will be available online through Family
Access beginning Monday, May 5th!
Log in and click “Online Forms” to complete.
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This form needs to be completed for every student, even if
your child is a walker.
Coming for the first time for the 2014-2015 school year.
On-Line REGISTRATION
Third Step
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Log into Family Access and complete on-line registration
which will begin on June 16, 2014.
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Registration information and instructions will be available on
school websites soon. Please read instructions thoroughly
before starting. Buildings will have open lab times available
for those who do not have internet access at home.
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All buildings will still have a face-to-face registration day that
students must attend in order to have pictures taken, pay any
fines, receive class schedules and turn in any medications
needed by the health office.
Coming for the first time for the 2014-2015 school year.
On-Line REGISTRATION
Open Lab Dates
th
25
th
26
June
and June
9:00am until 3:00pm
rd
23
th
24
July
and July
9:00am until 3:00pm
The following information will be accessible on
the HMS home webpage. Directions will be
included with the registration packet that will
come to you near the end of July.
http://ms.hudson.k21.wi.us
•Supply list
•Photo package information from LifeTouch
FAQs
When will we know the house assignments?
--A letter will be mailed in July.
How are the house assignments made?
--The computer randomly places students in houses maintaining a
balance of gender.
Do you have a Gifted Education Program?
--Yes. GT Coordinator Sarah Engstrom.
When are teachers available to talk?
--Teachers are most often available during their prep times and before
or after school. They do not receive phone calls during the day.
Instead, your message goes straight to voice mail.
What is P.A.T.?
--Personal Assistance Time. A study/work time that allows students
access their teachers for extra help. For 6th graders, it is the last
period of the day.
More FAQs
Can my child have a cell phone?
--Yes. But they are asked to be turned off and in lockers from 7:30am until 2:37pm.
If a student’s phone is taken from him/her, the parent must pick it up. After the
third time, the school keeps the phone the remainder of the year. If a student needs
to communicate home, he/she should report to the main office.
How do I volunteer for school activities?
--There is sign up during registration in August.
Who do I contact if I have a concern?
--School counselors, principals, and teachers depending on the specificity of the
concern.
Where do I drop off / pick up my student each day?
--If you drive your student to school, there is a drop off on the west side of the
school. This is the SAFEST place to do this.
More FAQs
Are the students in the same groups for all three years at HMS?
--No. Each year the computer randomly places students
maintaining gender balance.
What is the earliest time I can drop my child off at school?
--The doors are open at 6:30am.
What is passing time between class?
--3 minutes
How do we find out what is happening at school?
--You can check the school’s website. Monthly newsletters are
mailed and placed on the school’s website. Communication with your
child.
What if my child needs a tutor?
--The easiest way to begin is by contacting a counselor. There are
different routes a parent can take to accessing a tutor. The counselor can
help with those avenues.
Thank you for coming!
Dan Koch - Principal
Dianne Franklin – Associate Principal
Jim Dalluhn – Associate Principal
Angela Goebel – School Counselor
Megan Blakeley – School Counselor
Dan Buckle– School Counselor
Anna Henn– District Nurse
Hudson Middle School 377-3820
This powerpoint will be accessible at
the HMS Webpage.