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.Tutors: The District does not endorse or recommend specific tutors; however, a list of people providing tutoring services is available.
Tiger Take Home – Order by 5/2/21
Hutchinson Food Service Program is excited to offer an opportunity for families to order some of their students’ favorite menu items to serve at home.
We have great ideas for your student’s grad party or family get togethers. Items are now split into smaller portions for families to decide on the quantity they want without having to buy the whole case.
Families benefit from the low cost bulk products and profits from these items benefit our Food Service Department.
Parents can order by logging into their Tiger Portal and clicking on the Smartschoolk12 icon. Then click School Store.
Community members may order by calling 320-234-2603 and dropping off payment at the District Office.
Orders must be submitted by Sunday, May 2nd.
Pick up Monday, May 10th at West Elementary from 3:45-4:45pm.
Secondary Learning Model Change Effective 2/19/21
The District is making a change in learning models due to the continued decline in local Covid-19 rates. Secondary students will return to in-person learning starting Monday, February 22. There is no change for Elementary students. They will continue in the current in-person learning model.
Learning Model Schedule (as of 2/19/21)
Secondary Staff and Students (6-12)
- Friday, February 19, 2021, there will be no school for secondary students, staff work day to transition.
- Monday, February 22, 2021, will be the first day of in-person learning.
- The shortened schedule implemented in January will continue.
- Students/families that have already selected Distance Learning will remain in Distance Learning.
- If you have questions about changing learning models to or from Distance Learning, contact the building principal.
Elementary Staff and Students (Prek-5)
- Friday, February 19, 2021, there will be school for elementary students.
- There are no changes to the learning model. Staff and students will remain in the in-person learning model.
- Students/families that are currently in Distance Learning will remain in Distance Learning.
- If you have questions about changing learning models to or from Distance Learning, contact the building principal.
The District will continue to closely monitor the county, community, and school district case rates. We will work with our Covid-19 regional support team to determine if further changes will be required.
In order to keep our kids in school and finish the school year in-person, please continue your efforts in supporting social distancing, mask wearing, and hand washing. It is important to screen your children daily. If symptoms are present, please have your child stay home.
The District appreciates your continued patience and support
2-Hr Late Schedule for HMS (effective 2-3-21)
2-Hr late Start effective 2_3_21
Please click above for the 2-Hr late schedule, for distance learners and in-person learners to follow effective 2-3-2021.
January 19th Learning Model Change for HMS (Hybrid)
Return to Hybrid Learning Parent Letter 1.12.2021
MS Bell Schedule Hybrid Return to Begin on 1.19.2021 (1)
2020-2021-Academic-Calendar-Hybrid-Approved_081020-1 (1)
Starting January 19th, Hutchinson School District be making a learning model change for students. Hutchinson Middle School will transition to the Hybrid Learning Model.
Please read the above parent letter regarding our return here to the Middle School, this letter will inform you about important information and any changes/differences from the fall hybrid model. And please check out the NEW Bell Schedule (above) that all students (in-person and distance learners) will follow effective 1/19/2021.
Learning Model & School Calendar Changes Effective 1/19/21
The District is making a change in learning models due to the declining local Covid-19 rates and the new requirements associated with Executive Order 20-103. Elementary students will return to in-person learning starting Tuesday, January 19. Secondary students will return to hybrid learning on Tuesday, January 19.
In accordance with Executive Order 20-94, school districts are required to provide an additional 30 minutes of teacher preparation time during the student instructional day for teachers that are required to teach in more than one delivery model. Thus, the secondary student instructional day will be shortened by 30 minutes. This only pertains to the Hutchinson Middle and High School at this time. Revised bell schedules will be sent to all secondary students prior to January 19. If your secondary student rides the bus, you will also receive a new afternoon drop-off time. The morning secondary bus routes will continue as scheduled. The elementary bus routes will not be impacted by this change.
Learning Model Schedule (as of 12/22/20)
Elementary Schools (PreK – Grade 5)
- Monday, January 4: Distance Learning Resumes
- Monday, January 18: No School for Students (Martin Luther King Day)
- Tuesday, January 19: In-person Learning Begins
Secondary Schools (Grades 6-12)
- Monday, January 4: Distance Learning Resumes
- Monday, January 18: No School for Students (Martin Luther King Day)
- Tuesday, January 19: Hybrid Learning Begins (Click Here for Hybrid Calendar)
The District will continue to closely monitor the county, community, and school district case rates. We will work with our Covid-19 regional support team to determine if further changes will be required.
Please continue your efforts in supporting social distancing, mask wearing, and hand washing. It is especially important to screen your children before they return to school after the holiday break. If symptoms are present, please have your child stay home. Please know the District is doing the best we can to deliver the best education possible during this difficult time. The District appreciates your patience and support as we work through this pandemic.
Stay safe and take care.
Sincerely,
Daron VanderHeiden
Superintendent
Apply for Educational Benefits by January 4th
Covid-19 Challenges
By Bill Carlson, Middle School Assistant Principal
As an administrator, leading faculty, staff, and students through a successful and safe school year has always been job number one. This academic year has by far been the most challenging I have witnessed in my 40 years of education. My belief in ‘student first’ education has always been resolute. The biggest challenges to this are typically budget cuts and staff shortfalls; but not this year, this year those ‘typical’ challenges are nearly exempt from making the top 10 list of current challenges facing students, parents, and educators.
If you are an average student and are struggling with distance and hybrid learning, you are not alone. Truth be known, many of our district’s students with high GPA’s are finding hybrid and distant learning to be a significant challenge. Being ‘in’ school is central and relative to the success of most students, regardless of your GPA. Therefore, it is extremely important that we work together utilizing all the available tools and resources to support ‘student first’ education until we are able to return to in-person learning.
Hutchinson Middle School has adjusted many things to support student’s education during this time; however, we have not changed our expectation for students giving their best effort. Parents and guardians, I encourage you to become familiar with your student’s classroom schedule and assigned practice assignments (formerly known as homework). You can find this information on Google Classroom. If you are unfamiliar with Google Classroom, your student should be able to help you, as it is the same app they use to access this information. Knowing your student’s class schedule and the expectations of your student’s educators will allow you to be a more informed partner in their education. Touching base with your student throughout the day is helpful in ensuring they are on time for class and on task for practice assignment completion. Tiger Portal is another helpful tool for those partnering with their student’s education. Tiger Portal provides information on class attendance, practice assignment completion, and student assessments/tests. If you need any assistance with Google Classroom or Tiger Portal, please do not hesitate to contact the HMS office; we are here for you.
One last point I want to make to parents and education partners: middle school students are bright, resilient, and capable of many things. It is not necessary to lower expectations during this time. Being understanding and present to your student is of great benefit, letting them know you are available and you understand that they are under stress may bridge a gap for open communication and requests for assistance. HMS has help available for students who need additional support for social and emotional concerns. Again, we are here for you.
Online education is difficult for educators as well as students and parents. I ask that all parents/education partners consider this when finding themselves frustrated with the current education model. Our teachers are hurting too. HMS has a dedicated, hardworking staff who are here for you and your students. The nation’s Covid-19 mantra has been, “We’re all in this together” and that could not be more accurate for HMS students, parents, faculty and staff. We can do this.
HMS Yearbook on sale!!
Hutchinson Middle School Yearbooks are now on sale! All yearbook sales will take place online.
Right now all Middle School yearbooks are $20 until Dec 18th. After the 18th, the price for a yearbook will increase. So get one today!
Please see the attached flyer with information regarding the yearbook and how to order yours today!
New HMS Class Period Schedule effective 11/30/2020
Effective 11/30/2020, all Middle School Students (6-8) will follow the class period schedule below.
11_30_2020 Distance Learning Schedule
All students will have the same lunch period and follow the same class period times, all classroom period google meets will start according to the new schedule above.