General News
Saturday School
Saturday School began this weekend! This is an excellent opportunity for ALL students to prepare for the Georgia Milestones by working with their teachers in a relaxed, small-group setting. Additionally, it is also ideal for students currently enrolled in high school classes to review for their upcoming EOCTs. Saturday School operates on a rotating schedule so that students get to see multiple teachers and review multiple subjects each time. Transportation is also provided. IT IS NOT TOO LATE TO GET YOUR CHILD SIGNED UP! If you would like your child to attend or would like more information, have them get an application from from their teacher, or contact either the front office or Ms. Ward (wardt@clarke.k12.ga.us).
Binder Check Dress Down Day - Monday February 4th
Students who earned at least 300 binder check points over the month of January will be permitted to dress out of uniform this Monday. As usual, students who are out of uniform must still adhere to CCSD/HMS guidelines.
Upcoming Important 8th Grade Dates
The spring semester of 8th grade is filled with opportunities and activities geared towards preparing students for high school and beyond. Please be advised of the following important upcoming dates for 8th graders over the next few weeks:
PSP- Every Monday & Tuesday after school; ends the week of 4/2
Saturday School- Each Saturday from 9-12
February 12th- 8th grade field trip to Cedar Shoals
February 27th- Cedar Shoals counselors visit Hilsman to help 8th graders begin selecting their classes for next year
March 6th- Rising 9th Grade Parent Night at Cedar Shoals, 6pm
March 8-11- Band Trip
March 11-15- Spring Break
March 20-22- Parent Teacher Conferences
March 25th & 28th- 8th grade field trip to UGA
Washington DC Trip Sign Up Info
Spaces are still available to sign up for the 8th grade field trip to Washington DC in May! If you're interested, please contact Mr. Blake (blakee@clarke.k12.ga.us) for more information.
High School Class Resources
We would like to offer some resources for students currently in high school classes (Spanish I, High School Physical Science, and Accelerated Math). Georgia Virtual Schools has a sister site that is free, and the modules teach the standards that are consistent with the classes offered. Click here for more information on the procedures for how to use the site. We definitely encourage these students to use this resource at home!
Black History Month Program
The Hilsman Black History Month Presentation will take place on Thursday, February 21st from 6:00-7:00pm. Any students interested in performing, participating, or assisting with presentation, please see Mr. Blake or Ms. Page!
Panther Nation News Blog
Be sure to check Ms. Tolbert's Panther Nation News Blog, as it contains news, announcements, and information for the entire school!
Content News
Math News:
8th Grade
Monday: Interpreting two-way tables
Tuesday: Unit 5 Review; Binder Checks
Wednesday: Unit 5 Review
Thursday: Unit 5 Test
Friday: Foundations Friday (Milestone Review)
**Our Unit 5 Test is this Thursday, February 7th. Please help your child prepare by ensuring that they are studying each night!
**As a way to begin reviewing for the Georgia Milestones EOG - but more importantly, as a way to begin preparing students for the increased workload in high school - students will begin receiving more math homework this quarter. Usually, this will mean students will be given a problem set on Monday that must be turned in by Friday, often called a "Big 20." Please be on the lookout for it!
**Students are highly encouraged to attend PSP on Tuesday afternoons for extra help! If you are interested in attending, please contact Ms. Ward (wardt@clarke.k12.ga.us).
Accelerated Math
Monday: Describing data distributions
Tuesday: Describing data distributions; Binder Checks
Wednesday: Interpreting two-way tables
Thursday: Relative frequency tables
Friday: Correlation coefficients
**More specific information on assignments, upcoming dates, etc. will be specified via group email.
ELA News:
Monday: Analyze and explain the theme, Reading Southern Literature
Tuesday: Analyze and explain the theme, Reading Southern Literature
Wednesday: Critique Thematic Essay, Writing about Theme
Thursday: Critique Thematic Essay, Writing about Theme
Friday: Freedom Friday, Binder Checks, Milestone Review
Science News:
8th Grade
Monday: Webquest on electromagnetic waves; Binder Checks
Tuesday: Light behavior lab
Wednesday: Light behavior one-pager
Thursday: Light behavior webquest/POST
Friday: Catch phrase with wave vocabulary/Quiz
**Tutoring will be on Monday from 4-5pm in Mr. Mosley's room.
High School Science
Monday: Unit 5 Notebook Test; Binder Checks
Tuesday: Starting Unit 6: What is electricity?
Wednesday: Online Lab about static electricity?
Thursday: Reading on electric and magnetic fields-- will be homework if not completed
Friday: Faraday's Law investigation and vocabulary
**Mrs. Skinner will be available for tutoring Monday afternoon until 5:00.
**Please check infinite campus for updated grades in the near future to show most recent test grades from Friday and Monday!
Social Studies News:
In Georgia Studies this week, we will continue our journey through World War II and the impact that Georgia had on the war.
Monday: Lend-Lease Act and the bombing of Pearl Harbor
Tuesday: Evaluate the purpose and economic impact of the Bell Bomber Plant, military bases, and the Savannah and Brunswick shipyards
Wednesday: Evaluate the purpose and economic impact of the Bell Bomber Plant, military bases, and the Savannah and Brunswick shipyards
Thursday: Explain the economic and military contributions of Richard Russell and Carl Vinson; Binder Checks
Friday: Possible common formative assessment (CFA) on Standard SS8H8 and/or Milestone Review/Test-Taking Strategies
Spanish News:
Wednesday: Reading comprehension
Thursday: Listen Telehistoria escena 2
Friday: Music Friday/Vocabulary quiz
**Spanish tutoring on Monday from 4:00-4:30 in Ms. Viera's room.
Ag/FFA
Ag
**Test Correction Forms due Wednesday with parent/guardian signature
**Monday- Test/Quiz Makeup 7:45-8:15 and 4:00-5:00
FFA
Tuesday-
Agriscience and Nursery Landscape Practice 7:15-8:00
Leadership Team Retreat 3:20- Rook and Pawn 6:30
Thursday-
Agriscience and Nursery Landscape Practice 7:15-8:00 and 4:00-5:00
**FFA Carnation Sale February 4-8. Flowers must be purchased by 4:00pm on Friday. Carnations will be $2 for 1 flower or $5 for 3 flowers- a card will be available to fill out the student's name, 7th period teacher, and a short note. They will be carnations and can be purchased from Mrs. Martin in room 804 by the media center. Parents wishing the purchase flowers can send the money and a paper with student name, 7th period teacher, and a short note to Mrs. Martin, or drop it by the office.
8th Grade Faculty
Math:
Saturday School began this weekend! This is an excellent opportunity for ALL students to prepare for the Georgia Milestones by working with their teachers in a relaxed, small-group setting. Additionally, it is also ideal for students currently enrolled in high school classes to review for their upcoming EOCTs. Saturday School operates on a rotating schedule so that students get to see multiple teachers and review multiple subjects each time. Transportation is also provided. IT IS NOT TOO LATE TO GET YOUR CHILD SIGNED UP! If you would like your child to attend or would like more information, have them get an application from from their teacher, or contact either the front office or Ms. Ward (wardt@clarke.k12.ga.us).
Binder Check Dress Down Day - Monday February 4th
Students who earned at least 300 binder check points over the month of January will be permitted to dress out of uniform this Monday. As usual, students who are out of uniform must still adhere to CCSD/HMS guidelines.
Upcoming Important 8th Grade Dates
The spring semester of 8th grade is filled with opportunities and activities geared towards preparing students for high school and beyond. Please be advised of the following important upcoming dates for 8th graders over the next few weeks:
PSP- Every Monday & Tuesday after school; ends the week of 4/2
Saturday School- Each Saturday from 9-12
February 12th- 8th grade field trip to Cedar Shoals
February 27th- Cedar Shoals counselors visit Hilsman to help 8th graders begin selecting their classes for next year
March 6th- Rising 9th Grade Parent Night at Cedar Shoals, 6pm
March 8-11- Band Trip
March 11-15- Spring Break
March 20-22- Parent Teacher Conferences
March 25th & 28th- 8th grade field trip to UGA
Washington DC Trip Sign Up Info
Spaces are still available to sign up for the 8th grade field trip to Washington DC in May! If you're interested, please contact Mr. Blake (blakee@clarke.k12.ga.us) for more information.
High School Class Resources
We would like to offer some resources for students currently in high school classes (Spanish I, High School Physical Science, and Accelerated Math). Georgia Virtual Schools has a sister site that is free, and the modules teach the standards that are consistent with the classes offered. Click here for more information on the procedures for how to use the site. We definitely encourage these students to use this resource at home!
Black History Month Program
The Hilsman Black History Month Presentation will take place on Thursday, February 21st from 6:00-7:00pm. Any students interested in performing, participating, or assisting with presentation, please see Mr. Blake or Ms. Page!
Panther Nation News Blog
Be sure to check Ms. Tolbert's Panther Nation News Blog, as it contains news, announcements, and information for the entire school!
Content News
Math News:
8th Grade
Monday: Interpreting two-way tables
Tuesday: Unit 5 Review; Binder Checks
Wednesday: Unit 5 Review
Thursday: Unit 5 Test
Friday: Foundations Friday (Milestone Review)
**Our Unit 5 Test is this Thursday, February 7th. Please help your child prepare by ensuring that they are studying each night!
**As a way to begin reviewing for the Georgia Milestones EOG - but more importantly, as a way to begin preparing students for the increased workload in high school - students will begin receiving more math homework this quarter. Usually, this will mean students will be given a problem set on Monday that must be turned in by Friday, often called a "Big 20." Please be on the lookout for it!
**Students are highly encouraged to attend PSP on Tuesday afternoons for extra help! If you are interested in attending, please contact Ms. Ward (wardt@clarke.k12.ga.us).
Accelerated Math
Monday: Describing data distributions
Tuesday: Describing data distributions; Binder Checks
Wednesday: Interpreting two-way tables
Thursday: Relative frequency tables
Friday: Correlation coefficients
**More specific information on assignments, upcoming dates, etc. will be specified via group email.
ELA News:
Monday: Analyze and explain the theme, Reading Southern Literature
Tuesday: Analyze and explain the theme, Reading Southern Literature
Wednesday: Critique Thematic Essay, Writing about Theme
Thursday: Critique Thematic Essay, Writing about Theme
Friday: Freedom Friday, Binder Checks, Milestone Review
Science News:
8th Grade
Monday: Webquest on electromagnetic waves; Binder Checks
Tuesday: Light behavior lab
Wednesday: Light behavior one-pager
Thursday: Light behavior webquest/POST
Friday: Catch phrase with wave vocabulary/Quiz
**Tutoring will be on Monday from 4-5pm in Mr. Mosley's room.
High School Science
Monday: Unit 5 Notebook Test; Binder Checks
Tuesday: Starting Unit 6: What is electricity?
Wednesday: Online Lab about static electricity?
Thursday: Reading on electric and magnetic fields-- will be homework if not completed
Friday: Faraday's Law investigation and vocabulary
**Mrs. Skinner will be available for tutoring Monday afternoon until 5:00.
**Please check infinite campus for updated grades in the near future to show most recent test grades from Friday and Monday!
Social Studies News:
In Georgia Studies this week, we will continue our journey through World War II and the impact that Georgia had on the war.
Monday: Lend-Lease Act and the bombing of Pearl Harbor
Tuesday: Evaluate the purpose and economic impact of the Bell Bomber Plant, military bases, and the Savannah and Brunswick shipyards
Wednesday: Evaluate the purpose and economic impact of the Bell Bomber Plant, military bases, and the Savannah and Brunswick shipyards
Thursday: Explain the economic and military contributions of Richard Russell and Carl Vinson; Binder Checks
Friday: Possible common formative assessment (CFA) on Standard SS8H8 and/or Milestone Review/Test-Taking Strategies
Spanish News:
Spanish 8th Grade
Wednesday: Reading comprehension
Thursday: Intro to Cuanto cuesta? (How much cost?)
Friday: Shopping role play
Spanish I
Monday: Review -ar verbs and conjugations
Tuesday: Describe the outfits Wednesday: Reading comprehension
Thursday: Intro to Cuanto cuesta? (How much cost?)
Friday: Shopping role play
Spanish I
Monday: Introduction to stem changing verbs
Tuesday: Review verbs with vocabulary Wednesday: Reading comprehension
Thursday: Listen Telehistoria escena 2
Friday: Music Friday/Vocabulary quiz
**Spanish tutoring on Monday from 4:00-4:30 in Ms. Viera's room.
Ag/FFA
Ag
**Test Correction Forms due Wednesday with parent/guardian signature
**Monday- Test/Quiz Makeup 7:45-8:15 and 4:00-5:00
FFA
Tuesday-
Agriscience and Nursery Landscape Practice 7:15-8:00
Leadership Team Retreat 3:20- Rook and Pawn 6:30
Thursday-
Agriscience and Nursery Landscape Practice 7:15-8:00 and 4:00-5:00
**FFA Carnation Sale February 4-8. Flowers must be purchased by 4:00pm on Friday. Carnations will be $2 for 1 flower or $5 for 3 flowers- a card will be available to fill out the student's name, 7th period teacher, and a short note. They will be carnations and can be purchased from Mrs. Martin in room 804 by the media center. Parents wishing the purchase flowers can send the money and a paper with student name, 7th period teacher, and a short note to Mrs. Martin, or drop it by the office.
8th Grade Faculty
Math:
Tonya Ward, wardt@clarke.k12.ga.us
Mark Martin, martinm@clarke.k12.ga.us
Conor Naughton, naughtonc@clarke.k12.ga.us
Jason Pratt, prattj@clarke.k12.ga.us
ELA:
ELA:
Eric Blake, blakee@clarke.k12.ga.us
Cassie Page, pagec@clarke.k12.ga.us
Melanie Marty, maxeym@clarke.k12.ga.us
April Chester, chestera2@clarke.12.ga.us
Science:
Science:
Meganne Skinner, skinnerme@clarke.k12.ga.us
Diarra Mosley, mosleyd@clarke.k12.ga.us
Karen Myers, myersk@clarke.k12.ga.us
Social Studies:
Social Studies:
Jason Yungmann, yungmannj@clarke.k12.ga.us
Nyla Bell, belln@clarke.k12.ga.us
Angela Bright, brighta@clarke.k12.ga.us
Spanish:
Spanish:
Laura Viera, vieral@clarke.k12.ga.us
Enjoy the weekend, and go Panthers!
Enjoy the weekend, and go Panthers!
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