HMS FAMILIES:
What should one do on a weekend without football? The possibilities are endless.
Please take a moment to read over a few important updates and reminders.
HMS Students to Start Using Swipe Cards -
As per the email from last week’s Upcoming News and Events from the district, HMS students will begin utilizing their swipe cards beginning Monday, February 7th.
All students received their swipe cards and lanyards yesterday from their homeroom teachers. If your child was absent, they will receive their swipe card from the office.
Students will need to carry their swipe cards with them throughout the day. This can be done by wearing the lanyard provided or attaching the card to their backpack with the luggage strap that was provided.
Initially, the new student swipe cards will be used by students to check out materials from the media center, and for access to the school bus.
Eventually, the cards are expected to be used in our school cafeterias for student food service accounts.
This ‘touchless’ system makes easy work of processes that used to take some time (see photo for the ‘Z-Pass’ module that has been mounted in one of our school buses with Durham Services).
Students simply pass the card in front of the module and that’s it!
We are asking for all parents/guardians to help us by making sure their student remembers to bring his/her swipe card each day.
In-School COVID Testing Program -
In-school COVID Testing Program to start at HMS on Tuesday, February 8.
HMS students that opt in for testing will be tested between 9:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
Dr. Cutaia’s February 2nd email announced more details regarding the In-School COVID Testing Program for all Milford Public Schools students, PK-12. Please click Testing Program for more information.
Black History Month -
Throughout the year, there are many celebrations focused on acknowledging the history and contributions of different groups. Black History Month began on February 1. Milford Public Schools continues our commitment to celebrating diversity and the unique gifts and experiences of our Milford Public Schools students, families, and staff that make our community so special. Our ongoing goal is to provide opportunities for all learners to see themselves within our curriculum. If you would like to explore some of the Black History Events happening across the state you can visit: https://www.ctvisit.com/articles/black-history-month-activities-connecticut
PTO Meeting -
The next PTO meeting will be on Thursday, February 24 at 7:00 PM.
Please use the following information to join the virtual meeting.
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us05web.zoom.us/j/83934105850?pwd=cHpISXRTalNVQ1hHd2pYL0NiUWs2Zz09
Meeting ID: 839 3410 5850
Passcode: SZ460q
HMS Pet Food Drive -
The Spirit Club is sponsoring a Pet Food Drive from now until February 14.
For more information please click Pet Food Drive
Earbuds -
As chromebooks continue to be utilized during instruction, students are encouraged to bring in their own earbuds or headphones to use with their chromebook.
Yearbook Ordering -
Yearbooks are on sale now for $27.
You can order your child's yearbook by clicking here Yearbook Order OR you can go to ybpay.lifetouch.com
You can select Harborside Middle School or enter our code 10453022 to place your order.
Water bottles -
Please remind your child that they can bring water bottles to school to use throughout the day.
Water fountains are set up to dispense water into a bottle.
Student Absences and Early Pick Up -
To report an absence, parents need to log into PowerSchool and click on “Forms” to enter an absence.
If you need to pick up your child early for an appointment, please come to the front door with your driver license as you will need to check in with the Greeter and sign out your child.
If the early pick-up is known prior to the start of school, please send in a note with your child in the morning to give to our Greeter, Mrs.Tilt, or email ktilt@milforded.org. Our Greeter will then give your child an early release pass to come to the lobby to make the pick up more efficient.
Important Dates -
Friday, February 18 and Monday, February 21 - No school for Winter Recess
Wednesday, February 23 - Early release for students at 12:45 p.m. and professional learning for staff.
Wednesday, March 9 - No school for students and professional learning for staff
Wednesday, March 16 - Early release for students at 12:45 p.m. and professional learning for staff
Wednesday, March 30 and Thursday, March 31 - Parent teacher virtual conferences (more detailed information will be forthcoming)
Wednesday, March 30 - 1:00 - 3:00 PM
Thursday, March 31 - 5:30 - 8:00 PM