Good evening, Hugh Mercer Students and Families,
I hope everyone is enjoying the nice Fall weather this weekend and that you remembered to turn back your clocks this morning.
Reminders from last week
Thank you for helping Hugh Mercer increase its average daily attendance and thank you for helping to decrease student absences from school.
Please remember that school starts at 8:20am and that students arriving by car need to be dropped off before 8:20am.
Instruction and Assessment
Interims for the second nine-week period will be sent home on Friday, November 8.
Remediation and support for students not demonstrating proficiency on their grade level SOL standards and grade level skills has begun. Remediation and support are given during our intervention blocks during the day and during our after-school support sessions on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Safety and Behaviors
Families, please encourage conversations about conflict resolution with your child(ren). HMES does not allow students to settle conflict by using hurtful words or physical touch. Integrity and empathy are essential skills for your child to have when dealing with conflict or social situations that may cause anxiety.
Our students are here to learn and prepare for their future, not to disrupt the classroom environment. I encourage you to review our Patriot Pride expectations with them, emphasizing what respectful behavior looks like in the classroom, cafeteria, hallways, and on the bus.
Upcoming Events:
November 4: School Board Meeting
November 5: School Not in Session (Election Day)
November 11: School Not in Session (Veterans' Day)
November 12: Fall Picture Retakes
November 26 @ 12:45 PM: Early Dismissal
November 27-29: Thanksgiving Holiday Break
As always, we are looking forward to another productive and positive week ahead. Please don't hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or concerns. Your partnership is essential, and working together ensures the success of every Hugh Mercer student.
I hope you enjoy your evening and look forward to a wonderful week ahead.
Patriot PRIDE, always,
Mr. Snyder