Where your mind, body and heart can soar
August 11, 2014
Dear Horning Families,
I hope you’re enjoying the warm summer weather; that Polar Vortex seems like a distant memory now. After a kind of
rainy and cool beginning, it’s nice to see summer is in full swing. I’m not sure where the time has gone but August is
upon us and it’s time for us to think about getting ready for the start of school. It just seems the summers keep getting
shorter and shorter. Seeing the back to school advertisements for clothing and supplies in the stores is a sure sign that
the new school year is not too far away.
I would like to extend a warm welcome to our new 6th graders as you start a new chapter in your educational careers.
I’m sure the anxiousness hasn’t hit yet but as we get closer to the start of school it might. That’s okay because our 7th
and 8th graders felt the same way when they first arrived. Believe me when I say this, that feeling will slowly go away
with each passing day.
To our 7th and 8th graders we look forward to your return and the positive leadership you will provide to our new
students. I challenge you to be the positive force of Horning which in turn will lead to a great year. You are the role
models for the younger students.
Please take the time to read over the online newsletter. It is packed with a lot of information which will help keep
everyone in the know. Have a great rest of your summer. We will see you at orientation, forms and fees days in the
next few weeks.
Go Hawks!
11 de Augusto de 2014
Estimadas familias de Horning:
Espero que estén disfrutando el clima cálido del verano; ahora ese vórtice polar parece como un recuerdo distante.
Después de un comienzo fresco y lluvioso, es agradable ver el verano en pleno apogeo. No estoy seguro donde el tiempo
se ha ido, pero agosto esta sobre nosotros y es tiempo de que pensemos de cómo prepararse pare el inicio de la escuela.
Pareciera que toda la publicidad para ropa y útiles escolares es un signo seguro de que el nuevo año escolar no está muy
lejos.
Me gustaría darles una cálida bienvenida a nuestros nuevos alumnos de sexto grado que inician un nuevo capítulo en sus
carreras educativas. Estoy seguro de que la ansiedad no ha llegado todavía, pero llegará a medida que nos acercamos al
inicio de la escuela. Eso está bien porque nuestros alumnos de séptimo y octavo grado se sentirán de la misma forma,
como cuando llegaron por primera vez. Créanme que cuando digo esto, ese sentimiento lentamente desaparecerá
conforme los días pasen.
Para nuestros estudiantes de séptimo y octavo grado, esperamos su regreso y liderazgo positivo que le proporcionaran a
nuestros nuevos estudiantes. Les reto a que sean la fuerza positiva de Horning que a su vez resultará en un gran año.
Ustedes son los modelos a seguir para nuestros estudiantes más jóvenes.
Por favor, tómese el tiempo para leer el boletín de noticias en línea, que está lleno de mucha información que les ayudará
a todos a mantenerse informados. Que tengan un buen resto del verano. Nos vemos en la orientación, en unas semanas
para entregar sus formas y pagar sus cuotas.
¡Vamos Halcones!
Mark Wegner, Principal
Forms and Fees / Formularios y Tarifas
6th Grade – Tues., August 19, 2014
(parent meeting/student meeting held at the start)
Last Name
A-Ch
8:00 – 8:45
Ci-Gi
8:45 – 9:30
Gh-K
9:30 – 10:15
BREAK
11:00 – 12:00
L-P
12:00 – 12:45
Q-S
12:45 – 1:30
T-Z
1:30 – 2:15
7th Grade – Wed., August 20, 2014
Last Name
A-D
8:00 – 9:00
E-K
9:00 – 10:00
L-R
10:00 – 11:00
S-Z
11:00 – 12:00
8th Grade – Thurs., August 21, 2014
Last Name
A-F
8:00 – 9:00
G-M
9:00 – 10:00
N-R
10:00 – 11:00
S-Z
11:00 – 12:00
Parents/guardians of 6th grade students; you are invited
to attend an informational session at the beginning of
your child’s assigned time in the Library.
Formularios y Tarifas
Horario Orientación
6 º grado - Martes, 19 de agosto, 2014
(reunión de padres / estudiantes)
Apellidos
A-Ch
8:00 – 8:45
Ci-Gi 8:45 – 9:30
Gh-K 9:30 – 10:15
BREAK
11:00 – 12:00
L-P
12:00 – 12:45
Q-S
12:45 – 1:30
T-Z
1:30 – 2:15
7 º grado - Miércoles, 20 de agosto de 2014
Apellidos
A-D
8:00 – 9:00
E-K
9:00 – 10:00
L-R
10:00 – 11:00
S-Z
11:00 – 12:00
8 º grado - Jueves, 21 de agosto, 2014
Apellidos
A-F
8:00 – 9:00
G-M
9:00 – 10:00
N-R
10:00 – 11:00
S-Z
11:00 – 12:00
Los padres/tutores de los estudiantes de sexto grado;
les invitamos a asistir a una sesión informativa al
principio del tiempo asignado de su hijo/a en la sala de
coro.
INFINITE CAMPUS IMPLEMENTATION
Starting with the 2014-15 School year Infinite Campus has
been chosen as the Student Information System for the
School District of Waukesha.
The Infinite Campus Parent Portal will be your one stop
shop for all school related activities pertaining to your
children. You will need only one username and password
to access (Schedules, Attendance, Grades, Fees, Food
Service).
With the transition to IC the following systems will be
eliminated and replaced by Infinite Campus.
 Zangle Parent Portal (Fees, Schedules, Attendance)
 Standard Score (Gradebook)
 My School Bucks (Online payment of food service)
ONLINE PAYMENTS
Parents now have the option of paying for fees online!
Once you have received your Infinite Campus login
information, please log in to access RevTrak. You will be
able to pay for district fees for all students enrolled in the
School District of Waukesha, as well as for gym uniforms,
locks and yearbooks for Horning. Please see Horning’s
website if you do not have your access information by
August 18th. Although we encourage parents to utilize
our online payment system, it is not required; staff will be
available at Forms and Fees days to take payments in
person. School pictures will need to be paid for separately
to School Pics at the time pictures are taken.
ORIENTATION/ OPEN HOUSE
Orientations will be held Tuesday, August 20th for sixth
grade students and their parents according to the time
based on the student’s last name. Parents will meet with
Mr. Wegner and Mr. Woosencraft in the Media Center, and
students will meet with Ms. Jackson and Ms. Valcq in room
206. Afterwards, all will go to the cafeteria to turn in forms,
pay fees, pick up locks and gym uniforms, have pictures
taken, and place yearbook orders.
New families to Horning – on Thursday, August 21st, we will
be holding a meeting to introduce you to Horning at
9:00am in the media center. Attendance at the Orientation
is advisable and highly recommended.
Locker assignments and schedules will be available at
Forms and Fees and Open House. If you are unable to
attend any of the sessions, you may also drop off your
forms, pay for fees, and pick up your schedule August 25th
– 28th between the hours of 8:00 – 2:00 in the Guidance
Office.
OUR OPEN HOUSE WILL BE ON WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 27TH
FROM 6:30 P.M. – 7:30 P.M. PLEASE NOTE: STAFF WILL NOT
BE ACCEPTING PAYMENTS FOR STUDENT FEES AT OPEN HOUSE.
STUDENT FORMS
The Health Room Information, General Field Trip, and Free
and Reduced Meals forms were sent through the U.S. Mail.
Most of our forms are now electronic, and can be accessed
on Horning’s website. If you do not have computer access,
there will be an opportunity to complete these forms
electronically at forms, fees and pictures days.
STUDENT FEES
If you choose not to use the online payment system, you
can still make payments in person. You will be able to make
two checks out for fees owed. To save time, please have
your check made out in advance as follows:
(1) check payable to the School District of Waukesha for:
Book/ Material fees
$60.00
iPad Application/ Technology fee
$25.00
Total:
$85.00
Gym Uniform (if needed, see explanation): $14.00
Total with Gym Uniform:
$99.00
there will be extras available for purchase if necessary
($7.00 each shirt or shorts).
PICTURES
Student pictures will be taken during forms & fees on
August 19th through 21st. ALL students must have their
photo taken, whether or not you decided to purchase
pictures. Picture packet envelopes will be available at
Forms and Fees. If you are purchasing photos, please make
checks payable to: School Pics. Picture Make-up Day will be
on Friday, September 26, 2014.
(1) check payable to Horning Middle School for:
Locks (2 needed for 6th grade):
$ 4.50 ea.
Total for 6th grade/ new families:
$ 9.00
Yearbook (if purchasing in advance)
$18.00
Total with yearbook:
$27.00
STUDENT ABSENCES
All students will need to pay for book fees. All 6th graders
and new students will need to purchase two locks and a
gym uniform. Seventh and 8th graders may use their locks
and gym uniforms purchased previous years. Additional
uniform pieces ($7 each for shirt or shorts) are available for
purchase if needed. The book fee of $60.00 covers such
items as book rental, classroom material and student
activities. This fee does not cover loss or abuse of books
issued to students. The iPad $25 Technology Application
Fee covers content and application licensing on the
device. If, for some reason, you cannot pay at this time,
please call the principal’s secretary at 970-3305 to make
payment arrangements.
NUMBER IS 262-970-3316
Fees for the 8th grade elective classes will be collected
when the student begins the class either first or second
semester. Teachers will make students aware of the class
fees that are owed.
LOCKS AND LOCKERS
All students are required to have two combination locks,
one for hall lockers and one for their Phy. Ed. locker. For
security purposes, ALL LOCKS MUST BE PURCHASED FROM
HORNING, as we are able to gain access to lockers if
needed using a master key. At any time during the year, if a
student needs to purchase a new lock, they should see
Mrs. O’Donnell in the Principal’s Office. Students are not
allowed to share lockers, so please encourage your child
NOT to give his/her locker combination to anyone.
Students’ lockers will be listed on their schedules. After
turning in forms, paying fees and having your child’s photo
taken, feel free to go to their lockers and set them up.
Shelves need to be free standing. Be sure to secure the
lock!
PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Every student will be required to wear a uniform for Phy. Ed.
class. If for some reason a student forgets their uniform
there will be extras available. A medical excuse is
necessary for students who are not able to participate in
physical education. Phy. Ed. classes contain some vigorous
activities. If a medical excuse is not furnished, we assume
the student is physically fit and able to participate. Seventh
and 8th graders can use their uniform from last year, but
Parents: PLEASE CALL THE SCHOOL WHEN YOUR CHILD IS
ABSENT! You (the parent or guardian) must call before 8:00
a.m. each day the student is absent. For your convenience,
we have a voicemail system whereby you can leave a
message 24 hours a day. OUR ATTENDANCE LINE
BUILDING SECURITY
Horning continues to work to be as safe as possible.
Security cameras and buzz-in door systems were installed
at our two Butler Drive entrances. Our building is locked
down during the school day, including the doors at the Wolf
Road turn-around. You will not be able to request access at
those doors. If you need to pick up your child anytime
during the school day, please come to the Attendance
Office Butler Drive entrance. Please do not be offended if
you are questioned about your reason for coming to school
by our office personnel. They have been asked to screen all
visitors seeking entrance into our building. Thank you for
your understanding and cooperation.
CONTACTING STUDENTS DURING THE DAY
In order to minimize classroom disruptions, please keep
messages to a minimum UNLESS it is an EXTREME
EMERGENCY. We ask for your full cooperation in this
matter. Please make all arrangements for rides, after
school activities and instructions, etc. before the school day
begins.
Due to the three different schedules that Horning will be
following, we will not be able to deliver items that are
brought in for students. Please encourage your child to be
responsible in bringing his/her own supplies, lunches,
homework, etc. to school. We are encouraging parents to
put money on their child’s lunch account in case they
should forget to bring their lunch from home.
TRANSPORTATION
If your student rides the bus, you will receive all the
necessary information in a special letter from the bus
company the week before school starts, which will include
route descriptions and pick-up points. Parents are
responsible to see that their child rides only their assigned
bus!
Misbehavior on the bus can result in tragic accidents.
Therefore, students who do misbehave will lose their bus
privileges. The bus driver must have complete cooperation
from all students. Please discuss this important need with
your children. If you have any questions regarding bus
transportation, please direct them to the Assistant
Principal’s office at 970-3317.
NO CELL PHONES, iPODS or SKATEBOARDS
Due to the possibilities of theft and inappropriate use in
school, cell phones and iPods must be shut off and stored
in your street locker upon arriving to school. Skateboards
ARE NOT allowed at school.
STUDENT DRESS CODE
Horning Middle School recognizes that students desire to
exert their independence. Therefore, they are given multiple
opportunities to demonstrate their individuality. We model
and encourage respect among all students and celebrate
diversity. While we acknowledge a student’s desire to
“belong”, we are also trying to maintain an educational
environment where learning is our #1 priority. Please make
sure that your child leaves home in school-appropriate
attire, which is outlined below with reference to Board
Policy #5132:
For Boys:
 No visible boxers/undergarments
 No loose/low-riding/sagging pants
 No muscle shirts or tank tops
For Girls:
 Fingertip rule applies to shorts and skirts
 No strapless or halter tops
 Tank top straps must be at least 2 inches wide
 No bare midriffs
 No visible bra straps or undergarments
 No low-cut shirts or visible cleavage
For All Students:
 Hats, bandanas, and other headwear may not be
worn during the day unless approved by the
administration
 Coats and jackets are not to be worn to class
 Clothing should not contain vulgarity or obscenity,
sexual innuendo, or the promotion of illegal products
 No questionable holes in shorts or pants (small holes
must be below the fingertip line)
School Administration will be the final say as to any
questionable items of clothing meeting the dress code. It is
our responsibility to provide a meaningful and wholesome
learning environment for all of our students. If a student
violates the above dress code regulations, we will ask the
student to change into appropriate attire or their gym
uniform. We appreciate your assistance in addressing this
highly sensitive issue.
DETENTION
Inappropriate behavior may result in detentions. As part of
the overall discipline procedure, teachers may issue
detentions to students with severe recurring inappropriate
actions. We will give consideration to those who ride buses
to school by giving a 24-hour notice to arrange for
transportation.
EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES:
Horning offers many extra-curricular activities as after
school participation. These activities vary from year to year
and season to season. Information about these dates and
times of activities is given through daily announcements,
which are posted around the building and read during
announcements each day. Information is also on Horning’s
website, Blackboard, and Channel 10.
Some of the extra-curricular activities are:
*Cross Country *Student Council
*Flag Football *Book Club
*Volleyball
*Jazz Band
*Art Club
*Handbells
*Robotics
*Library Teen Council
*Wrestling
*Track
*Drama
*Madrigals
Encourage your child to listen to announcements for details
and sign-up information.
PHONE NUMBERS YOU MAY NEED…
When calling Horning Middle School’s main number (9703300), you will be greeted by a recording. This recording
will direct you to the various lines, such as attendance,
guidance, student activities, directions to the school, etc.
For your convenience, please find a list of direct numbers
that you may find useful for the upcoming school year:
Principal, Mark Wegner
Asst. Principal, Kirk Woosencraft (A-K)
Dean of Students, Jason Lemke (L-Z)
Guidance, Angie Jackson (A-L)
Guidance, Stacy Valcq (M-Z)
Social Worker, Laura Reichert
School Psychologist,
Principal’s Secretary, Michelle O’Donnell
Attendance Secretary, Kay Tschurwald
Guidance Secretary, Sue Miller
Health Room, Pam Craig
Automated Attendance Line
970-3310
970-3311
970-3450
970-3327
970-3326
970-3333
970-3345
970-3305
970-3317
970-3303
970-3315
970-3316
INSURANCE
The school carries no special insurance that covers
students in case of accident or illness. However, student
accident insurance is available from an independent
insurance agent. If any other company does not cover you,
we urge your participation. Students participating in
athletics are required to have insurance coverage. If you
wish to enroll your child, stop by the office to pick up the
form. Completed forms and payment are due in the
assistant principal’s office by September 19th.
WHO LET THE DOGS IN????
During the course of the school year the Waukesha County
Sheriff’s Department, in conjunction with the Waukesha
Police Department, may request to use Horning as a
training facility for their drug detecting dogs. We fully intend
to participate and cooperate with them for the general
health, safety & welfare of all our students. If you have any
questions please contact the Principal’s Office.
GRADING PROGRAM
At the middle school levels, the following marking system
will be used throughout the academic year to communicate
student achievement:
4
Advanced:
Students
independently
demonstrate
sophisticated application in new contents. Earning a 4 means
the students has advanced knowledge and skill that are
applied to other situations and new learning. A score of 4 is
earned when students produce truly exemplary work that
demonstrates knowledge and skills that exceed district grade
level expectations. It should not be confused with an A in a
traditional grading system.
3
2
Proficient Knowledge: Students demonstrate and apply skills
consistently. Earning a 3 means the student has a proficient
understanding of grade level content and meets district
expectations,
demonstrating
their
understanding
independently and consistently. They are right on track with
our high academic expectations. A 3 represents a student
meeting grade level expectations and indicates high quality
work. It is our goal for each student to reach proficiency.
Basic
Knowledge:
Students demonstrate skills
inconsistently. Earning a 2 means the student has a basic
understanding and partially meets district expectations. A
student receiving a 2 inconsistently demonstrates
understanding and requires assistance. They have a basic
understanding of concepts or skills, but have not yet reached
consistent proficiently.
1
Minimal Knowledge: Students demonstrate limited skills and
require significant teacher assistance. Earning a 1 means the
student has a minimal understanding of concepts and skills
and does not meet district expectations.
0
Insufficient Evidence of Learning to Provide Feedback.
Earning 0 means the student has not demonstrated
understanding of concepts and skills to meet district
expectations.
IMMUNIZATIONS
Middle school students must
immunization requirements:
4DPT/DT/td
4 Polio
2 MMR
3 Hepatitis B
1 Tdap
2 Var
meet
the
following
 MMR: The 1st dose of MMR must have been
received on or after 1st birthday.
 DPT/DT/td: for students in grades 1-12: four doses
required. However, if they received the 3rd dose
after the 4th birthday, further doses are not
required.
 Polio Vaccine: Four doses required. However, if
they received the 3rd dose after the 4th birthday,
further doses not required
 Varicella (chickenpox): Chickenpox disease history
also acceptable.
If you have any questions regarding immunizations, please
contact our health room at 970-3315.
FOR YOUR HEALTH:
In order to provide a safe and healthful environment in
which medication can be administered, please follow these
guidelines:
1) If possible, arrange for your child to take medication
outside of school hours. Physicians can prescribe
medication to be given before or after school.
2) If it is necessary for your child to receive medication
during school hours:
a) Supply the appropriate, completed form(s) to your
school office (one form for each medication. New
forms must be completed each school year.)
i) Authorization to Administer Prescribed
Medication (physician must complete a
portion of this form.)
ii)
Authorization
to
Administer Nutritional
Supplement (physician must complete a
portion of this form.)
iii) Authorization to Administer Over-the-Counter
or Short Term Prescription Medication
b) Ask your pharmacist for a free, additional
pharmacy-labeled container
for prescribed
medication and deliver it to the school office.
c) Bring over-the-counter medication in the original
manufacturer’s labeled container or packaging to
the school office. (Parent’s instructions may not
exceed manufacturer’s recommended dosages.)
3) If there is a change in the medication, its dosage or
time, obtain a new Authorization to Discontinue
Prescribed Medication at School form, complete and
return it to the school office.
Please call the school district nurse at 970-1125 if you
have any questions. In the interest of your child’s health
and safety, your cooperation is appreciated.
GUIDELINE FOR RETURN TO SCHOOL AFTER AN ILLNESS:
 After a minimum of 24 hours on a prescribed
antibiotic
 No fever for a minimum of 24 hours
 No vomiting for a minimum of 24 hours
 No watery stools for at least 24 hours and is able
to manage toileting hygiene with thorough hand
washing
 Free of symptom(s) listed above or with written
direction from a health-care provider.
Note: If a communicable disease that is transmitted by the
oral-fecal route was identified by a health care provider, a
written release from the provider is required for the return
to school.**The best practice of care is to keep your child
home until he/she is symptom free for at least 24 hours.**
GUIDELINES FOR STUDENT ATTENDANCE:
The attendance officer shall determine which pupils
enrolled in the school are absent and designate each
absence as excused or truant. An excused absence
includes: illness, funerals, medical, family/home
emergencies, religious holidays, suspension, approved
family educational trips, ordered to shelter care or security
detention, court subpoena.
Family/home emergencies do not include family vacations
taken on school days. Family/home emergencies are to be
limited to half days but in normal circumstances would not
exceed two school days.
Student absences of one full school day or longer for
purposes of family trips will be classified as either excused
or truant by the school attendance office (or by parent if
request is in advance, in writing, and is part of the legal 10
days allowed) in accordance with criteria established for
this purpose. These criteria include the student’s overall
attendance record, academic status and the rationale for
the proposed absence.
All family trips require parent/guardian accompaniment in
order to be considered for approval. No requests shall be
accepted for attendance at non-school athletic events
(such as Brewer’s opening day), “skip days”, rock concerts,
etc. Student absence because of these activities will be
considered truant.
IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER:
Student absence requests shall be submitted to the school
attendance office prior to the proposed absence. The
request shall be made on a school district form provided for
this purpose (available in the attendance office or online
through Horning’s website.)
AUGUST
Remember, in the event of a student absence, you must
call the attendance office at 970-3316 before 8:00 a.m.
each day he/she will be absent.
COMMUNITY OUTREACH NURSING
Community Outreach Nursing services are available to
Horning students and families, provided through a
partnership between the School District of Waukesha and
ProHealth Care. The program is designed to assist families
with access to healthcare (e.g. medical, dental, vision,
mental health, prescriptions). The outreach nurse is also
able to help you with management of chronic health
concerns and help find answers to health insurance
questions. The Community Outreach Nurse at Horning is
Bonnie Siegel, RN, MSN. She will be working with the
school student services team. Feel free to contact her at
970-1120 with questions or health care resource needs.
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6th Grade Orientation/Forms/Fees 8:00 a.m.-2:15 p.m.
7th Grade Forms/Fees 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
8th Grade Forms/Fees 8:00 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
Open House 6:30-7:30 p.m.
SEPTEMBER
2
FIRST DAY OF CLASSES!!!
OCTOBER
23
28
30-31
Conferences 3:30-7:00
Conferences 3:30-7:00
Staff Development- No School
NOVEMBER
TBD
26-28
WKCE State Testing for 6th, 7th & 8th graders
No School – Happy Thanksgiving!
DECEMBER
22
Holiday Recess Begins
JANUARY
5
22
23
Classes Resume
End of First Semester
Staff Development- No School
BAND ANNOUNCEMENTS
Welcome to the music world through Band! The supplies
needed list for band is available on the HMS Website. ALL
BAND STUDENTS should have a quality instrument in good
working condition and a pencil for band every day. They
should also have a music stand for home practice that they
will leave at home. All students will need a cleaning/care kit
available at quality music stores. A calendar of evening
concerts will be distributed the first week of school and will
be available via StandardScore once parents/students
have their access code. More information will be coming in
the band newsletter given on the first day of school. Any
questions, please call Mr. Lunde at 970-3376.
FEBRUARY
All 8th grade band students may start bringing their
instruments on the third day of school, Thursday,
September 5th, 2013. All 6th and 7th grade band students
may start bringing their instruments on their second day of
band, depending on their A/B Day schedule. 6 th grade
beginners in band that are not able to attend the summer
band clinic August 12-15th may have the music store
deliver their instrument directly to the HMS band room if so
desired. It is the parent’s responsibility to assure the
student has their instrument for the first rehearsal.
JUNE
20
Non-Service day- No School
MARCH
10
12-13
Conferences 3:30 – 7:00
Staff Development- No School
APRIL
3
13
Spring Break Begins
Classes Resume
MAY
22
25
TBD
12
Staff Development- No School
Memorial Day- No School
Recognition Night
Jazz Band at Recognition Night
LAST DAY OF CLASSES!!!