H-BC Secondary Families:
Week 2 at HBC Secondary was a successful week. Students have their schedules established and learning has begun!
Thank you to Dave’s Repair - Hills, MN for sponsoring the FFA Ag Trip to the Clay County Ag Fair in Spencer, IA. It was FFA Day at the fair and there were hundreds of FFA students from around the area. Students were able to see livestock, the latest ag machinery, meet with over 13 colleges/universities with ag programs and also heard the keynote speaker - Karstyn Cantrell -FFA Midwest Region Vice President.
Upcoming College and Career Opportunities for 10th/11th/12th Graders (New)
There are numerous College and Career Ready opportunities for our upperclassmen (10th/11th/12th grades) that are coming up. Some of these opportunities are optional (please sign up) and some are mandatory (Career Fair and College Fair).
If you have any questions, please talk or email Mr. Ellingson - Guidance Counselor.
Rising Educators - 10th/11th/12th graders interested in the education field. Students will be traveling to SDSU on Monday, September 18 to hear from educational leaders about various pathways/careers for future educators. SDSU Campus Scavenger Hunt & SDSU Ice Cream Truck. 18 students signed up for this trip and will leave for SDSU at 7:15 AM on Monday, 9/18.
10th Graders to Career Expo (Worthington) on Tuesday, September 26th. All students will go to expo to learn about the numerous careers around the Tri-State Area.
Talent Draft Day - interested 11th & 12th graders to Southeast Technical College for Talent Draft Day on Tuesday, October 3rd. Students will explore a variety of career business pathways and around the Sioux Falls Area including technology demonstrations and talent talks. Students should sign-up at Mr. Ellingson’s office door.
Nursing and Occupational Therapist Assistant Camp on Wednesday, October 11th at Worthington Sanford Clinic. Students interested in the medical field - nursing and OT should sign-up for this FREE camp in the office.
11th Graders to College Fair on Thursday, October 12th to meet with numerous college representatives from around the midwest.
Queens of the Court - Friday, September 22, 2023 - Student Body Traveling to Edgerton to Support our Lady Patriot Volleyball Team
September 15, 2023
Dear 6-12 Students & Families,
I wanted to take a moment and inform you of a unique opportunity our students will have next Friday, September 22nd.
Friday, September 22nd our volleyball team will travel to Edgerton to partake in the 2nd Annual - Queens of the Court Volleyball Match (Varsity game followed by JV game). The H-BC Volleyball team will play in a Red Rock Conference battle versus the Dutchmen.
The uniqueness of this game is that Edgerton will have their entire K-12 student body in attendance and H-BC will be busing our entire 6-12th grade student body (including our band) to Edgerton to watch and support our Patriots Volleyball Teams. Last year was a success when Edgerton traveled to Hills for our homecoming. With both student bodies in attendance, our girls will play in front of roughly 700 fans!
The game is scheduled to start at 12:30 p.m. Varsity start time with JV to follow (No C-team). The varsity will be battling for a traveling trophy that is called Queens of the Court.
Items you may want to know:
Students will be bussed to this event and will NOT be allowed to drive.
Students will be back in Hills by 3:00 p.m. to ride the bus home.
This event is totally FREE for students.
All students will have the opportunity to eat lunch before loading the bus at approximately 11:00 AM
There will be a concession stand available for students if they choose to bring money.
All students are representing HBC, so all students must exhibit good behavior and sportsmanship.
Families and communities are welcome from BOTH schools. However, seating may be limited due to the LARGE crowd.
Homecoming Week - Sept. 25 - 29 (Week 4 of School) - More to Come
Here is the Homecoming Royalty Court at HBC for 2023.
Coronation - Monday, September 25 @ 7:00 PM at HBC Secondary New Gymnasium
HBC Homecoming Parade will Friday, September 29th @ 2:45 PM in Hills.
Varsity Football and Volleyball Updates
For the most updated information about sporting events, please download the HBC App or the HBC School Website
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Updated Student Schedule - Schedule on JMC
Please make sure you are getting the most updated student schedule on the JMC app/website. Students were able to change schedules this week.
ACTION NEEDED: It is important that families, if you haven’t done so already, fill out the free and reduced lunch applications otherwise known as “Application for Educational Benefits”. Registration link found here: https://tinyurl.com/y5yz9soj
Back to school JMC Online Registration--Thanks to all the parents and families that completed their student online registration through JMC. It is an easy way for the school to collect the necessary information for school enrollment. If you have not yet completed registration for your student please do so as soon as possible. Log into www.hbc.onlinejmc.com. If you receive a message from the school stating all or a portion of your students registration is incomplete, please act promptly! Call the office with questions 507-673-2541.
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.
H-BC Secondary Picture Days!-- Tuesday, September 26 & Wednesday, November 1 (retakes)
SECOND ENTREE PURCHASE: Students in grades 6-12 may purchase a second entree with their meal. The entree is $2.50. If choosing a second entree, students may pay cash or the family lunch account will be charged. Students MUST sign up for 2nd entree on Kitchen Door each morning. This will allow our cooks to make enough food. Thank you.
The Trap Team selling Pheasants Forever Tickets
The tickets sell for $20.00 each and are on sale till October 4th.
If any one wants to purchase some tickets they can contact any trap team member.
This is an excellent opportunity to make some extra funds for next season.
Jr. Parent Fundraiser
LOOKING AHEAD:
Monday, 9/18 - Educators Rising to SDSU - 10th/11th/12th Students who are interested in the field of education (sign up in the office)
Friday, 9/22 - Queens of the Court Volleyball Game at 12:30 PM (Edgerton) (HBC 6-12 Student Body will travel to Edgerton)
Monday, 9/25 - Homecoming Week Begins
Monday, 9/25 - Coronation at HBC 7 PM
Tuesday, 9/26 - 6th Grade to Environmental Fair (Marshall) - Mr. Metzger
Tuesday, 9/26 - Career Expo - 10th Graders - Mr. Ellingson 8:15-1:15 PM
Tuesday, 9/26 - School Picture Day
Friday, 9/29 - HBC Homecoming Parade 2:45 PM
Thursday, 10/5 - Early Dismissal / Secondary Conferences 4 - 7:45 PM
October 11 - Flu Vaccine Clinic - watch for information to be sent home
Thursday, 10/19 & 10/20 - No School - Edu. MN Break
Please reach out to me if you have any needs. Phone- 507-962-3240 or email a.kellenberger@isd671.net