H-BC Secondary Families:
It was GREAT to see some of you at Parent/Teacher Conferences tonight! If you were not able to attend, please email our teachers with any questions/concerns. Here is the staff directory LINK
Happy Presidents Weekend! A reminder that HBC Public Schools does NOT have school on Friday, February 17th & Monday, February 20th. Please have a safe Presidents Day Weekend.
I am hopeful you have taken the time to read the District’s plan for making up snow days as shared here: Link
If you missed the February Newsletter, here is the LINK.
BOND REFERENDUM VOTE:
Please read this brochure regarding the upcoming Bond Referendum Vote scheduled for Tuesday, April 11, 2023. Bond Referendum Brochure
Informational meetings scheduled for 7 pm on Thursday, March 23, 2023 at the Hills-Beaver Creek Elementary School in Beaver Creek and 7 pm on Tuesday, March 28, 2023 at the Hugo Goehle Gymnasium in Hills. Information can be found on the District's Website www.hbcpatriots.com
Please reach out to Todd Holthaus, Superintendent with questions. email: t.holthaus@isd671.net or phone 507-962-3240 x1102
HBC Patriots App & Website (New)
We’ve had A LOT of postponed basketball games this season already. Please make sure to look at the HBC Website or download the HBC App for the rescheduled games. You can also visit the RedRockConference website for the most accurate information for games/times/locations.
Please make sure to download the HBC Patriots App (details below) to get your student-athletes’ schedules. Thank you for supporting HBC Athletics!
PARENT NOTIFICATION SYSTEM: (Repeat)
We will again be using our Parent Notification System to inform you of weather related late starts and other items of importance at Hills-Beaver Creek Schools. As we get into that time of year, this system is reliable, however please keep an eye on other avenues as well, such as AM 800 or FM 101.5, and Sioux Falls television/websites: KELO, KDLT and KSFY.
Here are some important reminders.
LOOKING AHEAD:
Friday, February 17 - No School
Monday, February 20 - No School
February 21-24 - FFA Week - Dress-Up Days
February 23 - Quarter 3 Mid Quarter
February 23 - Trap Team Student & Parent Meeting 6 PM (details below)
March 1-16 - Drivers Education Classes Begin
March 21 - Breaking Traditions Career Pathway (10th/11th Graders) - details below
March 23 - Breaking Traditions Career Pathway (10th/11th Graders) - details below
Thursday, March 23 - Bond Referendum Informational Meeting 7pm - H-BC Elementary
Friday, March 24 - No School - Staff Inservice
Tuesday, March 28 - Bond Referendum Informational Meeting 7pm - Hugo Goehle-Hills
FFA Week Dress-Up Days- February 21-24 (New)
2023 HBC Trap Parent & Student Meeting
Thursday February 23, from 6pm-7pm
Meeting will be held at: Garretson Sportsmen’s Club
48606 255St, Garretson, SD 57030
Agenda
About
Registration
Schedule
New Shooters
Returning Shooters
2023 Schedule
HBC Trap Team is part of the MN Clay Target League.
*This opportunity is available for those in grades 6-12.
Students must have a Minnesota Youth Hunter Safety Course completed.
If you need information on the safety course please contact me at Travis Dwire 507-920-6044 travis@millenniumrecycling.com or Coach Arlyn Gehrke – 507-227-9193 – gehrkepcr@gmail.com
If you are unable to attend this meeting, please contact me Travis Dwire 507-920-6044 or at travis@millenniumrecycling.com
Hope to see you there!
Reminder to check JMC for Academic Progress (Repeat)
On February 23, 2023 it is midterm for Quarter 3. This is the halfway point of the quarter.
Please continue to encourage your student(s) to always do their best, seek teacher support if they need help (before or after school) and complete all assignments. Students may also have an option to retake tests if they check with the teacher.
You can see up-to-date grades on JMC. (See below)
Look at Student(s)’ Grades, Progress, Attendance, Lunch Bill, ETC on JMC App - Smart Phone (Repeat)
Driver’s Education Starting Wednesday, March 1 (Repeat)
Students who have a 2008 birthdate or before,
The Driver’s Education Course will be starting on Wednesday, March 1. The class will mostly be held after school for a duration of three weeks ending on March 16th. The class is a total of 30 hours of coursework. The cost of the course is $365.00 and will be due before you attend the first class (payable to HBC Schools). A letter was sent home on, Friday, January 27th for those who have birthdays in 2008 or before.
Here are the dates:
DATES FOR DRIVER’S EDUCATION CLASSES:
Wednesday, March 1 - 12:45-4:45 PM (Early Dismissal at 12:30 PM)
Thursday, March 2 - 3:30-6:00 PM
Friday, March 3 - 3:30-5:30 PM
Monday, March 6 - 3:30-6:00 PM
Tuesday, March 7 - 3:30-6:00 PM
Wednesday, March 8 - 3:30-6:00 PM
Thursday, March 9 - 3:30-6:00 PM
Friday, March 10 - 3:30-5:30 PM
Monday, March 13 - 3:30-6:00 PM
Tuesday, March 14 - 3:30-6:00 PM
Wednesday, March 15 - 3:30-6:00 PM
Thursday, March 16 - 3:30-5:30 PM **** Parent Class at 6PM
Female Student Leadership Opportunity - Girls on the Run Junior Coach
Sophomore/Junior/Senior Female Students & Families,
Here is an opportunity for a female student leader - Girls on the Run Junior Coach!
Description:
Great leadership opportunity for 16-18 year old high school girls. This also looks great on a resume too! Junior coaches have the same responsibilities and expectations as adult coaches. They will need to attend New Coach Training to learn more about the program and coaching best practices. An adult coach, Ms. Tollefson, will always be present a practice to lead the practices. Student Junior Coach will assist Ms. Tollefson. Please see attached flyer.
The first practice will be March 6. We meet on Mondays and Wednesdays after school until 4:45. The last practice will be May 17. No practice on "No School" days.
If you would like to apply or have any questions, please email Ms. Tollefson - h.tollefson@isd671.net
Open Gym Sundays - Hugo Goehle Gym - Hills (Repeat)
Career Explorations Trips for Sophomores & Juniors Coming Up (Repeat)
Calling Sophomores & Juniors - Career Exploration Trips on March 21 & 23 (New)
All sophomores and juniors are able to choose a Career Exploration Field Trip on March 21 and 23rd. Students can sign up on Mr. Ellingson’s door.
March 21st - At Pipestone from 9:00 - 1:00 PM at MN West Community & Technical College. Students interested in the following careers should attend - Plumbing, HVAC, Carpentry, Cosmetology or Nursing.
March 23rd - At Luverne from 8:30 - 2:00 PM at MN West Community & Technical College / Sanford Health Luverne Medical Center. Students interested in the following careers should attend - Medical Lab Tech & Radiology Tech.
Spring Sports Updates
For the most updated information about spring sporting events, please download the HBC App or the HBC School Website
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AM BUS CHANGES--For morning bus changes please call or text the bus line--make sure to identify your student and the bus number they are riding: 507-962-3240 Ext. 4.
Deficiency Lists for 3rd Quarter start February 14, 2023- (Repeat)
As we emphasize the importance of academics and being well-rounded students, athletes and participants of co-curricular activities, please be reminded that we begin Quarter 3 DL on February 14, 2023.
The Deficiency List / Academic Eligibility is located in Section 9 of the Secondary Student Handbook (LINK).
This slide explains the different levels of deficiencies. Parents and students will receive an emailed letter notifying them if their student is on the deficiency list. Please continue to support your student who may be struggling with completing school work.
The picture below shows the different levels of the Deficiency List.
Southwest Minnesota Opportunity Council (Repeat)
ENERGY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM: With winter months coming, Southwestern Minnesota Opportunity Council, Inc. wants to ensure all households eligible for energy or water bill assistance have access to help. H-BC Offices do have the Application Forms for anyone interested. Here is the link for more information: https://tinyurl.com/r2evtx4h
DENTAL SERVICES: Thursday, February 23, CDC will be in Luverne providing Dental Service. Youth & Adults are welcome. See the link here for information: Dental Clinic
Please reach out to me if you have any needs. Phone- 507-962-3240 or email a.kellenberger@isd671.net
Mr. Kellenberger