Parent Connection


HBC PARENT CONNECTION

December 1, 2023

H-BC Families:

DECEMBER  NEWSLETTER:    Read the newsletter by clicking here.

SOMETHING TO CELEBRATE:  Mrs. Comp has been named the 5-12 Minnesota Middle School Education Association Teacher of the Year!  Congratulations Mrs. Comp!

JMC NOTIFICATIONS:  As we head into winter weather, the district will once again utilize JMC to notify individuals of school related weather postponements, early dismissals and e-learning.  Please make sure your contact information in JMC is up to date.  You are able to log in via the hbcpatriots.com website to review your information.  Please call the office, if assistance is needed. 

FOOD SHELF CHALLENGE:  H-BC Elementary Student Council has challenged all classes to collect and donate non-perishable items for the Rock County Food Shelf.  The class that donates the most will earn a prize.  LET THE GIVING BEGIN!

EARLY CHILDHOOD FAMILY EDUCATION:  Looking for a way to spend quality time with your child? Join us at the H-BC Elementary School for ECFE Class.  Bring your 0-5 age children, 6:00 -7:30 pm.  The upcoming dates are:   December 12, January 9 and January 23. Classes do not require advanced registration. Classes do not require advanced registration.  Come once or twice, or make it part of your monthly schedule!   WRESTLING: Beginning December 4, the Hills Youth Wrestling Program, welcomes students 4 years old through 8th grade to practice each Monday and Thursday evening from 6:30-7:30 on the stage in the Hugo Goehle Gym. No fee to practice.  Parents determine competition participation. Questions may be directed to:  Jamie @ 605-496-2353 or Dalton @ 605-759-5631.

HILLS OPEN GYM:  The Hugo Goehle Gym is open from 1:00-3:00 pm  Sundays through March 24, 2023.  

NEW  - OPEN GYM IN BEAVER CREEK:   Beginning Sunday, December 11th, there will be Open Gym at the H-BC Elementary School in Beaver Creek.   K-6 grade students, chaperoned by an adult, are welcome Sundays December 11 - March 10 from 1:00-2:30pm.   The gym will not be open December 24 and 31.

LOOKING AHEAD:

  • December 8 - Mid-Quarter

  • December 14 - Early Dismissal (conference at the jr/sr high school)

  • December 18- K, 1 & 2 Vocal Music & 5th grade Band Concert - 7:00 pm, View the Elementary Art Show prior to and after the concert

          Holiday Spirit Week Days
         Monday,  Dec. 18:  Merry Monday - Wear Red & Green
         Tuesday, Dec. 19:   Holiday Headwear & Silly Socks
         Wednesday, Dec. 20:  Dress as your favorite Christmas Character
         Thursday, Dec. 21:  PJ’s & movie at the Palice Theatre 

  • December 22 through January 2 -  Christmas Break - NO SCHOOL

  • January 3 - School Resumes

AM BUS CHANGES: For morning bus changes please call the HBC  bus line--make sure to identify your student and the bus number they are riding:  507-962-3240

Please reach out to me if you have any needs. Phone- 507-673-2541 or t.holthaus@isd671.net