Dr. Kevin M. Hurley Middle School Parent Newsletter

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1 Dr. Kevin M. Hurley Middle School Parent Newsletter Education A Journey Without End March 2, 2012 Visit our web page at This newsletter will be sent out weekly by to keep you informed of programs and events at Hurley Middle School. Please feel free to contact us with any questions or concerns at jfargnoli@seekonk.k12.ma.us. Upcoming Dates: March 2 HMS Idol at 7PM Seekonk High School auditorium Tonight is the BIG night! March 3 - Seekonk Junior Warriors Youth Football & Cheerleading registration from 10 2 the HMS gym March 5 School Committee SHS 7 PM March 6 - Peer Leadership Group meeting 5:00 7:00 PM March 6 Mid term reports issued to 7 th and 8 th graders March 7 Band Parents Association meeting at 7PM in the bandroom March 9 Spring Spelling Bridgewater Middle School March 13 PTO meeting at 7 PM March 15 - Take Charge of Your Digital Footprint SHS Library at 7 PM everyone is welcome! March 16 Snowflake Ball PTO sponsored annual Father/Daughter Dance March 18 Jazz Dinner 3to 6 PM at the HMS cafeteria March 19 Baseball and Softball tryouts begin at 2:45 PM March 20 MCAS testing - ELA composition for grade 7 only March 20 School Council 6:30 PM March 21 8 th grade informational meeting open to all parent for the Alton Jones trip 6 HMS March 21 8 th grade parent meeting for high school course selection HMS March 24 - Peer Leadership Group HMS 9:30 to 11:30 AM March 26 MCAS testing for all grades Reading Comprehension March 27 MCAS testing for all grades Reading Comprehension March 30 School Dance from 7 to 9 PM April 3 School Committee SHS 7 PM April 4 Band Parents Association Meeting 7 PM in the bandroom April 5 3 rd quarter ends April 9 6 th grade breakfast sponsored by the PTO April 10 Baseball / Softball game Seekonk 3:15 PM April 12 - Baseball / Softball game Middleboro 3:15 PM April 25 Hurley Middle School Honor Society Induction 7 PM April 26 - Baseball / Softball game Rehoboth 3:15 PM April 17 Spring Math Rehoboth

2 8 th Grade Parents Do you have questions regarding the high school course selection process? High school Guidance Director, Christine Whatley, will be here to help answer your questions on Wednesday, March 21st at 7pm in the HMS library. Students will be receiving the Program of Studies booklet and course selection sheet on Tuesday March 13 th in school. Please plan on attending the evening presentation on March 21st if you would like more information on this process and have the opportunity to have your questions answered. Take Charge of Your Digital Footprint Workshop Thursday, March 15 at 7 PM Have you ever thought about the trail that you leave when go online? Take Charge of Your Digital Footprint is a free presentation for all Seekonk parents and students that will be held on Thursday, March 15 at 7 PM in the Seekonk High School Library, 261 Arcade Avenue, Seekonk. This hands-on workshop will help parents and students understand the benefits of presenting a positive online image on social networking sites such as Facebook and Tumblr - as well as the potential consequences of a negative image. Attendees will learn how to control and monitor one s online reputation, especially when looking toward college or career plans. The evening s presenters will be SHS Library Media Specialist Suzanne Larson, SHS senior Matthew Cavaco and SHS Head of Guidance Christine Whatley. This workshop is free and open to all members of the Seekonk community. Physical Education-Hoops for Heart! We Jump, We Shoot, We Save! Thank you to all those students, families, and friends that participated and donated to the American Heart Association. The students of HMS raised a total of $1053. Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States among adults. Child/teen obesity is on the rise which could later contribute to heart disease as well. Consistent exercise and healthy nutrition habits are two ways we call all prevent heart disease. During Hoops for Heart, all Hurley students had a great time participating in half-court basketball games, shooting games, and free-throw contests. Congratulations to 7th grader Wesley Gallishaw for placing 1st in the free-throw contest with 7 consecutive foul shots! Sincerely, Ms. Bouchard & Mr. Smaldone Physical Education Teachers

3 Guidance News Representatives from the Guidance Department of Seekonk High School will be here on Tuesday, March 13 th to meet with all 8 th grade students. Students will be given course selection sheets and a program of studies catalog in order to choose classes for 9 th grade. Students should review their course selections with their parents or guardians and they must have their core teachers sign off on each class. ALL students need to hand in a course selection sheet regardless of where they plan on attending high school next year. Seekonk High School Guidance Director Christine Whatley will be holding an informational meeting for parents and guardians of 8 th graders on Thursday, March 15 th at 7pm in the HMS library. She will be reviewing the course selection process and answering any questions or concerns. Mrs. Beth Czech Grade 8 Guidance Counselor Career Day Plans are underway for the 4 th annual Career Day which will be held on May 23, 2012 at the Hurley Middle School. Our goal is to expose our students to as many career choices as possible. If your schedule permits we would love to have you to join us this year on Wednesday, May 23rd from 8:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. to share your profession with our students. A contact form is included at the end of this newsletter. Please consider being a presenter. PTO News The Hurley Middle School PTO will again hold a Snowflake Ball on Friday March 16th for girls and their father or father figures to enjoy a wonderful evening at the Venus De Milo in Swansea. The ball last year was a fun evening for all. Following a sit down dinner and a formal dance lesson the remainder of the night the dance floor stayed filled! The girls and their escorts participated in some table conversation questions and activities on the dance floor for prizes in between dances. There was also a photographer and raffles being offered. It was a nice evening to spend with that special person. Please be sure to turn in your RSVP and deposits by February 10, 2012 to the school office. Year Book Sales Preserve your child s memories of HMS by purchasing a yearbook! The yearbook will contain 60 full color pages from the school year! All three grades are represented in the yearbook, as well as clubs, sports and activities. Yearbooks are distributed on the last day of school when students are given time for autographs, etc. As a reminder, we cannot accept cash. Also, checks must be made payable to Town of Seekonk. You may also purchase your yearbook online with a credit card via

4 Cost: Soft Cover $22.00 Hard Cover $27.00 Imprinting $ 2.00* *Have your child s name imprinted on the front cover of their yearbook for an additional $2.00. This is recommended as it reduces confusion when yearbooks are distributed on the last day of school. If you have any questions, please don t hesitate to ask. Jennifer St. Michel, MLIS Yearbook Advisor Band News Good Luck to Annibel Schneider and Lauren Voccio as they rehearse and perform with the SEMMEA District Concert band on Friday and Saturday March 9 and 10! TO ALL JAZZ BAND STUDENTS AND PARENTS: In order to prepare for the Jazz Dinner on Sunday March 18th, there will be a few extra rehearsals that will be mandatory. They are: Monday, March HMS Monday, March 12th- HMS MONDAY MARCH 12TH AT THE HIGH SCHOOL from 6:00-6:30 PM THURSDAY MARCH 15TH AT HMS 7:00 AM before school Thank you for your support and cooperation in ensuring an excellent performance!!! Please call if you have any questions. Dates to keep in mind: 200th Anniversary Performance- April 9th Memorial Day Parade- May 26th HMS Band Festival- June 4,5 & 8 Elementary Tour- June 12 From the School Nurse Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease Hand, foot, and mouth disease (HFMD) is a contagious viral illness that commonly affects infants and children in the U.S. and abroad. HFMD occurs most often in summer and early autumn. While there is no vaccine to prevent the disease, there are simple steps you can take to reduce the risk of getting sick. What are the symptoms of HFMD? Symptoms usually begin with fever, poor appetite, malaise (feeling vaguely unwell), and often a sore throat. A couple of days after the fever starts, painful sores can develop in the

5 mouth. A skin rash with flat or raised red spots can also develop, usually on the palms of the hands and soles of the feet and sometimes on the buttocks. This rash may blister but it will not itch. Some people with HFMD may only have a rash; others may only have mouth sore. Is HFMD contagious? Yes, HFMD is moderately contagious. The disease is spread by direct contact with nose and throat discharges, saliva, fluid from blisters, or the stool of infected persons. People with HFMD are most contagious during the first week of their illness, but they can spread the virus that causes HFMD weeks after symptoms have gone away. It is also important to remember that people who get HFMD and show no symptoms of the disease can still spread the viruses that cause it. Is HFMD serious? HFMD is usually not serious. The illness is typically mild, and nearly all patients recover in 7-10 days without medical treatment. Complications are uncommon. Rarely, an infected person can develop viral meningitis (characterized by fever, headache, stiff neck, or back pain) and may need to be hospitalized for a few days. Other rare complications can include polio-like paralysis or encephalitis (brain inflammation), which can be fatal. Who is at risk for HFMD? HFMD mostly infects children younger than 10 years of age, but older children and adults can also get the disease. Can HFMD be treated? There is no specific treatment for HFMD. Fever and pain can be managed with over-thecounter fever reducers/pain relievers, such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen. In addition, individuals should drink enough fluids to prevent dehydration (loss of body fluids). Jill Dumont, RN, BSN School Nurse Indoor Soccer Opportunity Mr. Correia is offering the opportunity for students to participate in an after school indoor soccer club. The club will meet every Tuesday and Thursday from 2:45-3:45 starting on March 20th. Sign ups will take place during all lunches the week of February 27th. There are not late buses available on these days so rides must be prearranged. Physicals must be up to date, and teams/practices and games will depend on the level of participation once we complete sign-ups. Mouth-guards will be mandatory. All students must be passing all subjects to participate in be in good standing behaviorally.

6 Seekonk Jr. Warriors Registration information on the last page Date: March 3, 2012 Time: 10:00 a.m. 2:00 p.m. Place: Hurley Middle School (Gymnasium Foyer) Who: Grades K-8 Stop & StopA+School Rewards Program Please register your Stop & Shop card and become part of the A+ program. All you have to do is: Log on to to register online OR Dial to register your card over the phone After you register your card, each shopping trip at Stop & Shop using your Stop & Shop Card earns CASH for our school! Remember, even if you registered your card last year, you must reregister this year for our school to receive credit. Attending to this simple process makes a HUGE difference to our school. We need your support. Please be sure to register your card to benefit HMS using ID # Thank you for helping our school!

7 DR. KEVIN M HURLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL Career Expo 2012 Wednesday, May 23, :00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. It s time for the HMS Career Expo 2012! Each year we hold a Career Expo to encourage our students begin to think about their futures. Our goal is to expose our students to as many career choices as possible. If your schedule permits we would love to have you to join us this year on Wednesday, May 23rd from 8:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. to share your profession with our students. Please confirm your availability via to: robitaillec@seekonk.k12.ma.us or fargnolij@seekonk.k12.ma.us You can also fax this form to the school office at Count me in! Sorry, I can t make it this year! Name: Address: Career: PLEASE RSVP BY FRIDAY, MARCH 9, 2012 Note: We are always looking for new presenters for our Career Expo. If you know of someone you think might be interested in participating, please let us know. If you want to touch the past, touch a rock. If you want to touch the present, touch a flower. If you want to touch the future, touch a life. ~Author Unknown

8 Snowflake Ball An Evening for Fathers or Father Figures To spend with their Young Lady Friday, March 16, :00 pm 10:00 pm Dinner, DJ, Dancing, Raffle, Dance Lesson, Photos Venus De Milo Rt. 6 Swansea, Massachusetts Photos at 5:45 pm / Dinner at 7:00 pm

9 Snowflake Ball R.S.V.P. Friday, March 16, 2012 Venus De Milo Student Name Grade Student Dinner Selection (Please circle your choice) Chicken Tenders w/fries Broiled Fresh Boston Scrod Roast Stuffed Turkey Adult Dinner Selection Broiled Fresh Boston Scrod Roast Stuffed Turkey Student Ticket Price $ 25 Adult Ticket Price $ 25 Additional Daughters Ticket Price $ 20 ea. Please deliver your RSVP to the main office along with payment in full or a deposit of $25 by Feb. 10, 2012 Balance is due February 17, 2012 Please make checks payable to HMS PTO (RSVP by February 17, 2012) Cut here and use this section only if a balance is due Snowflake Ball R.S.V.P. Friday, March 16, 2012 Venus De Milo Balance Payment Student Name Grade Amount (balance due) Please drop off your balance due at the main office by February 17, 2012 Please make checks payable to HMS PTO Student & Adult Tickets $ 25ea. Additional Daughters Ticket Price $ 20 ea.

10 . Kevin M. Hurley Middle School Band Parents Association Presents the Annual Jazz Dinner Featuring the Hurley Middle School Jazz Band Guest Appearance by the Seekonk High School Jazz Band Join us for an afternoon of fantastic jazz music and a delicious dinner of Pulled Pork, Spare Ribs, Baked Beans and Cornbread provided by THE BONEYARD BARBECUE SALOON Date: Sunday, March 18, 2012 Time: 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm Place: Hurley Middle School Cafeteria ORDER YOUR TICKETS TODAY! Seating is limited. Tickets are through advanced sales only. No tickets will be sold at the door. The tickets will be delivered to your child in school before the concert. # of Adults x $16 # of Children (age 10 and under) x $8 Total Enclosed Student s Name Home Phone Number Homeroom Please return order form and check payable to HMSPTO-BPA in a sealed envelope marked Jazz Dinner to Mrs. Grande by March 2, Thank You!

11 Seekonk Jr. Warriors Don't miss out!! Join your friends and some new ones while having fun!! Don t miss out!! Join your friends and make some new ones while having fun!! Come sign up with us for our fifth season as the Seekonk Junior Warriors Youth Football and Cheerleading League!! Registration** Date: March 3, 2012 Time: 10:00 a.m. 2:00 p.m. Place: Hurley Middle School (Gymnasium Foyer) Who: Grades K-8 Be a part of the Seekonk Warriors tradition of pride and excellence. We are a community league focusing on the fundamentals of football and cheerleading in a family environment. **Original birth certificate, health form, physical form to be filled out by doctor, and copy of fourth quarter report card required for completion of registration Prior to the start of the season. Please visit us at: for more information.