History Essay
Mike Xiao, one of Hilsman’s 8th graders, is one of four finalists in the state for the Georgia history essay contest hosted by Georgia Voyager Magazine. He has been invited to an award ceremony at the Capitol with Gov. Perdue. Please congratulate Mike. Also, many thanks to Ms. Turner who helped review the essays submitted by our students.
Yearbooks
The deadline for ordering Hilsman Yearbooks is TOMORROW - May 1. Cost is $30.
Dress Code Policy
The Board of Education wants to hear from you! On May 8, the BOE will make a final decision regarding a dress code for students and teachers in Clarke County Schools and they want parent input. To let the BOE know your opinions, go to www.clarke.k12.ga.us/home/, click on "In the News: BOE Seeks Input on Dress Codes," click "Proposed Student Dress Code Policy" to read the dress code, and then type and submit your response in the space provided.
School Supplies
Order forms for next year's school supplies went home with current sixth and seventh graders. Please turn in your completed orders asap. Deadline is next Fri May 9.
Wednesday, April 30, 2008
Monday, April 28, 2008
Academic Team
The academic team spent the day Saturday in Eatonton at an invitational academic bowl tournament.There were 18 teams from Georgia and Hilsman captured 1st place. They won all 7 roounds and scored the highest number of points. Please congratulate the following students when you see them:
Cathy Deng
Xing Gao
Mike Xiao
Morgan Smith
Anise Crane
Maggie Bergmann
Jonathan Williams
Evan Knox
Akshay Hariani
C-Team Baseball
We wrapped up our season on Saturday by losing 3-1 to Oconee’s 9th grade/JV team in the first game and defeating them 8-5 in the second game by scoring 5 runs in the sixth inning. These kids fought all day and I am very proud of them. These 7th and 8th graders from Hilsman and Coile played exceptionally well despite facing 9th and 10th graders all season. With that in mind, an overall 5-8 record is a huge accomplishment. If you were not able to see these guys, you missed some really good baseball. We thank you all for your support and encouragement. Please congratulate the guys when you see them
Dress Code Survey
The Board of Education wants to hear from you!On May 8, the BOE will make a final decision regarding a dress code for students and teachers in Clarke County Schools and they want parent input. To let the BOE know your opinions, go to www.clarke.k12.ga.us/home/, click on "In the News: BOE Seeks Input on Dress Codes," click "Proposed Student Dress Code Policy" to read the dress code, and then type and submit your response in the space provided.
School Supplies
School supply order forms were due to go home with current sixth and seventh grade students today. Deadline for orders is Friday May 9.
The academic team spent the day Saturday in Eatonton at an invitational academic bowl tournament.There were 18 teams from Georgia and Hilsman captured 1st place. They won all 7 roounds and scored the highest number of points. Please congratulate the following students when you see them:
Cathy Deng
Xing Gao
Mike Xiao
Morgan Smith
Anise Crane
Maggie Bergmann
Jonathan Williams
Evan Knox
Akshay Hariani
C-Team Baseball
We wrapped up our season on Saturday by losing 3-1 to Oconee’s 9th grade/JV team in the first game and defeating them 8-5 in the second game by scoring 5 runs in the sixth inning. These kids fought all day and I am very proud of them. These 7th and 8th graders from Hilsman and Coile played exceptionally well despite facing 9th and 10th graders all season. With that in mind, an overall 5-8 record is a huge accomplishment. If you were not able to see these guys, you missed some really good baseball. We thank you all for your support and encouragement. Please congratulate the guys when you see them
Dress Code Survey
The Board of Education wants to hear from you!On May 8, the BOE will make a final decision regarding a dress code for students and teachers in Clarke County Schools and they want parent input. To let the BOE know your opinions, go to www.clarke.k12.ga.us/home/, click on "In the News: BOE Seeks Input on Dress Codes," click "Proposed Student Dress Code Policy" to read the dress code, and then type and submit your response in the space provided.
School Supplies
School supply order forms were due to go home with current sixth and seventh grade students today. Deadline for orders is Friday May 9.
Friday, April 25, 2008
Recognition and lots more
Battle of the Books
I want to thank the wonderful 8th grade team, The Dittos, for bringing the battle trophy back to Hilsman for the 4th year in a row…..
The Dittos are: Erica Carlson, Anise Crane, Morgan Smith, Cathy Deng, and Rae Kretzer.
These young ladies were so awesome! They kept their cool through some tough questions, and even challenged a question with success. I am so proud of this team! I will miss them next year!!!
Congratulate these students when you see them (from CeCe Layson)
Oratorical winner
Asher Hill, a 7th grader, placed 2nd at the district level of the
Optimist Oratorical Contest.
Dress Code Policy
The Board of Education wants to hear from you!
On May 8, the BOE will make a final decision regarding a dress code for students and teachers in Clarke County Schools and they want parent input. To let the BOE know your opinions, go to www.clarke.k12.ga.us/home/, click on "In the News: BOE Seeks Input on Dress Codes," click "Proposed Student Dress Code Policy" to read the dress code, and then type and submit your response in the space provided.
Yearbooks
The deadline for ordering Hilsman Yearbooks is May 1. Cost is $30.
Youth Conference
Solid Foundation: Climbing the Rock to Success
Barrow County Youth Conference 2008
WHAT: A one day conference for middle and high school students. Topics focus on making healthy choices in all areas of life. Event includes keynote speakers and workshops on topics such as healthy relationships, dating violence, STDS/HIV education, the effects and consequences of drugs and alcohol, fitness and nutrition, career planning, goals, and teen laws.
WHEN: Thursday, June 12, 2008
8:45AM-3:30 PM (Registration starts at 8:00 AM)
Pre-registration encouraged.
WHERE: Westside Middle School, 240 Matthews School Road, Winder
COST: Free including lunch and lots of gift packs for early registrants
Students from any county welcome. call 770/307-3011, EXT. 232 OR 770/868-4035
School Supplies
Order forms for next year's school supplies will be distributed to current 6th and 7th grade students in their language arts classes next Monday. Deadline for return of orders is May 9. Your 6th graders will get a form labeled as 7th grade and your 7th graders will receive forms labeled as 8th grade since these supplies will be delivered to them on the first day of the next school year.
I want to thank the wonderful 8th grade team, The Dittos, for bringing the battle trophy back to Hilsman for the 4th year in a row…..
The Dittos are: Erica Carlson, Anise Crane, Morgan Smith, Cathy Deng, and Rae Kretzer.
These young ladies were so awesome! They kept their cool through some tough questions, and even challenged a question with success. I am so proud of this team! I will miss them next year!!!
Congratulate these students when you see them (from CeCe Layson)
Oratorical winner
Asher Hill, a 7th grader, placed 2nd at the district level of the
Optimist Oratorical Contest.
Dress Code Policy
The Board of Education wants to hear from you!
On May 8, the BOE will make a final decision regarding a dress code for students and teachers in Clarke County Schools and they want parent input. To let the BOE know your opinions, go to www.clarke.k12.ga.us/home/, click on "In the News: BOE Seeks Input on Dress Codes," click "Proposed Student Dress Code Policy" to read the dress code, and then type and submit your response in the space provided.
Yearbooks
The deadline for ordering Hilsman Yearbooks is May 1. Cost is $30.
Youth Conference
Solid Foundation: Climbing the Rock to Success
Barrow County Youth Conference 2008
WHAT: A one day conference for middle and high school students. Topics focus on making healthy choices in all areas of life. Event includes keynote speakers and workshops on topics such as healthy relationships, dating violence, STDS/HIV education, the effects and consequences of drugs and alcohol, fitness and nutrition, career planning, goals, and teen laws.
WHEN: Thursday, June 12, 2008
8:45AM-3:30 PM (Registration starts at 8:00 AM)
Pre-registration encouraged.
WHERE: Westside Middle School, 240 Matthews School Road, Winder
COST: Free including lunch and lots of gift packs for early registrants
Students from any county welcome. call 770/307-3011, EXT. 232 OR 770/868-4035
School Supplies
Order forms for next year's school supplies will be distributed to current 6th and 7th grade students in their language arts classes next Monday. Deadline for return of orders is May 9. Your 6th graders will get a form labeled as 7th grade and your 7th graders will receive forms labeled as 8th grade since these supplies will be delivered to them on the first day of the next school year.
Thursday, April 17, 2008
Track results
Congratulations to the Hilsman Track team
Results of the Athen's Area Event held 4/14 at Athens Christian
Area Champions
GIRLS
100 meter – Breeana Taylor
200 meter – Breeana Taylor
Shot put – Fredrea Gilbert
BOYS
100 meter – Kiuan Dean
110 hurdles – Davon Carter
4x100 relay – Atavious Foster, Maurice Stephens, D’shun Johnson, Kiuan Dean
Area Finalists
GIRLS
100 meter – 2nd, Brittany Howard
400 meter – 3rd, Brittany Taylor
4x100 relay – 2nd, Breeana Taylor, Brittany Howard, Brittany Taylor, Timuia Smith
4x 400 relay – 3rd, Amber Cox, Timuia Smith, Breeana Taylor, Brittany Taylor
Long Jump – 3rd, Brittany Howard
Shot Put – 2nd, Phileadra Minor
Area Finalists
BOYS
200 meter – 2nd, Kiuan Dean
400 meter – 3rd, Jason Ye
800 meter – 2nd, Jason Ye
3200 meter – 2nd, Jason Ye
4x400 relay – 2nd, Jason Ye, Ben Sims, Maurice Stephens, Kiuan Dean
Results of the Athen's Area Event held 4/14 at Athens Christian
Area Champions
GIRLS
100 meter – Breeana Taylor
200 meter – Breeana Taylor
Shot put – Fredrea Gilbert
BOYS
100 meter – Kiuan Dean
110 hurdles – Davon Carter
4x100 relay – Atavious Foster, Maurice Stephens, D’shun Johnson, Kiuan Dean
Area Finalists
GIRLS
100 meter – 2nd, Brittany Howard
400 meter – 3rd, Brittany Taylor
4x100 relay – 2nd, Breeana Taylor, Brittany Howard, Brittany Taylor, Timuia Smith
4x 400 relay – 3rd, Amber Cox, Timuia Smith, Breeana Taylor, Brittany Taylor
Long Jump – 3rd, Brittany Howard
Shot Put – 2nd, Phileadra Minor
Area Finalists
BOYS
200 meter – 2nd, Kiuan Dean
400 meter – 3rd, Jason Ye
800 meter – 2nd, Jason Ye
3200 meter – 2nd, Jason Ye
4x400 relay – 2nd, Jason Ye, Ben Sims, Maurice Stephens, Kiuan Dean
Saturday, April 12, 2008
PTO Meeting Monday April 14
PTO Meeting
The Hilsman PTO will have its final meeting of the school year at 6pm on Monday April 14 in the Media Center. Some items of discussion:
1)Upcoming School Supply Sale
2)Next Year's Officers
3)School updates
4)Ideas for next year's major project
5)Financial status
etc
Cedar Shoals Volleyball Tryouts
Attention eighth grade volleyballers. There will be spring volleyball try-outs at Cedar Shoals on April 30th and May 1st. Interested students should email Mr. Hammett-Bregger at breggera@clarke.k12.ga.us to sign up for a 45 minute time slot. There will be limited spaces so first come first served.
Ongoing Fundraisers
You can still purchase coffee to benefit Hilsman PTO at the Village Herb Shop or online at http://www.1000facescoffee.com/fundraising.php. You can also enter various contests related to the BoxTops for education at http://www.boxtops4education.com/promotions/sweetstakes/
The Hilsman PTO will have its final meeting of the school year at 6pm on Monday April 14 in the Media Center. Some items of discussion:
1)Upcoming School Supply Sale
2)Next Year's Officers
3)School updates
4)Ideas for next year's major project
5)Financial status
etc
Cedar Shoals Volleyball Tryouts
Attention eighth grade volleyballers. There will be spring volleyball try-outs at Cedar Shoals on April 30th and May 1st. Interested students should email Mr. Hammett-Bregger at breggera@clarke.k12.ga.us to sign up for a 45 minute time slot. There will be limited spaces so first come first served.
Ongoing Fundraisers
You can still purchase coffee to benefit Hilsman PTO at the Village Herb Shop or online at http://www.1000facescoffee.com/fundraising.php. You can also enter various contests related to the BoxTops for education at http://www.boxtops4education.com/promotions/sweetstakes/
Monday, April 7, 2008
Various Reminders
Next PTO Meeting
The last PTO meeting of the school year is next Monday April 14 in the Media Center
State Science Fair Winners
Jason Ye 1st place Botany
Sigma Xi Award ($75)
UGA Plant Science Award
Maggie Bergmann 1st place Animal Science
UGA Entymology Award
Madison Hogan 3rd place Behavioral/Social Sciences
Please congratulate these students when you see them.
Hilsman Football Fundraiser at Beef O'Brady's
Tuesday April 8 from 5-9pm at Beef O'Brady's in the Publix Shopping Center. All receipts left in the fishbowl at the entrance will be tallied and the Hilsman football team will get 10%. Come out and enjoy a night out and help the football team.
School Supplies
Due to near unanimous support we will go ahead with a spring fundraiser/service. We will pre-sell a kit of required school supplies for next year. The lists have been made and all but one grade finalized so that we should be able to launch the last week of April. More details to follow.
The last PTO meeting of the school year is next Monday April 14 in the Media Center
State Science Fair Winners
Jason Ye 1st place Botany
Sigma Xi Award ($75)
UGA Plant Science Award
Maggie Bergmann 1st place Animal Science
UGA Entymology Award
Madison Hogan 3rd place Behavioral/Social Sciences
Please congratulate these students when you see them.
Hilsman Football Fundraiser at Beef O'Brady's
Tuesday April 8 from 5-9pm at Beef O'Brady's in the Publix Shopping Center. All receipts left in the fishbowl at the entrance will be tallied and the Hilsman football team will get 10%. Come out and enjoy a night out and help the football team.
School Supplies
Due to near unanimous support we will go ahead with a spring fundraiser/service. We will pre-sell a kit of required school supplies for next year. The lists have been made and all but one grade finalized so that we should be able to launch the last week of April. More details to follow.
Sunday, March 30, 2008
Parent/Teacher Input Requested
In an attempt to find new and relevant fundraisers for the Hilsman PTO we are looking at a fundraiser that would have value for the students and families and make some money for the PTO. We would like to get some parent feedback on the following opportunity.
We are considering selling School Supply Sets. What this would involve is selling a set list of supplies recommended for each grade. Hilsman teachers have already supplied the lists and the fundraising company (which is affiliated with Staples) has already quoted us on each grades' list. The final price is up to the PTO so not set 100% yet but would be around $35 for the 6th and 8th grade and $40 for the seventh grade sets. We would have to sell them now before the end of this school year and then take delivery the first week of school in August. These prices are comparable to what you would pay for all the supplies on your own.
Some questions that need to be considered:
Are parents interested in this sort of thing?
Would parents be willing to spend the money now in Spring?
Is the price too high? (Many fundraising activities involve lower amounts)
Are there enough people willing to volunteer to help with this?
Would we get adequate support from teachers in distributing order sheets, etc?
Please reply back to this mail with your feedback and help us make a decision on whether to pursue this. Time is of the essence.
We are considering selling School Supply Sets. What this would involve is selling a set list of supplies recommended for each grade. Hilsman teachers have already supplied the lists and the fundraising company (which is affiliated with Staples) has already quoted us on each grades' list. The final price is up to the PTO so not set 100% yet but would be around $35 for the 6th and 8th grade and $40 for the seventh grade sets. We would have to sell them now before the end of this school year and then take delivery the first week of school in August. These prices are comparable to what you would pay for all the supplies on your own.
Some questions that need to be considered:
Are parents interested in this sort of thing?
Would parents be willing to spend the money now in Spring?
Is the price too high? (Many fundraising activities involve lower amounts)
Are there enough people willing to volunteer to help with this?
Would we get adequate support from teachers in distributing order sheets, etc?
Please reply back to this mail with your feedback and help us make a decision on whether to pursue this. Time is of the essence.
Football Fundraiser and Spring Physicals
Hilsman Football will be having a Beef O' Brady's night on Tuesday April 8 from 5-9. Hilsman Football will receive 10% of all receipts that are dropped in the fishbowl at the front door. Be sure to eat dinner at Beef O' Brady's that night and show your support for your Hilsman Panther football team. If you have any questions please contact Britt Swilley at dawgfiend@charter.net.
Free Physicals for athletes currently in grades 8-11 will be given on Sat 4/26. This is the only free physical for the next school year so if you intend to take part in high school sports next year you should plan on this. There will be bus service from Cedar to the clinic. More details as they become available
Free Physicals for athletes currently in grades 8-11 will be given on Sat 4/26. This is the only free physical for the next school year so if you intend to take part in high school sports next year you should plan on this. There will be bus service from Cedar to the clinic. More details as they become available
Wednesday, March 26, 2008
Events off-campus
Wildlife Art
Athens Clarke Leisure Services invites all contestants who entered the 29th Annual Wildlife Art Contest to come to the Grand Opening on Saturday, March 29th , from 2:30 – 3:30. Doors will open at 2:30 to view art work. Prizes will be awarded at 3:00. All entries will be hung in the exhibit hall (building in the zoo)
Refreshments will be served. Please call 706-613-3616 ext.22 for more information….
Cedar Shoals Baseball Clinic Rescheduled
IMPORTANT NEWS..............The camp has been rescheduled for Saturday, March 29th, 8AM-11AM....no longer 9AM-12PM.
We are excited to announce that there will be a Jaguar Baseball Players Clinic - The CSHS staff and team will host the Jaguar Players Clinic on Saturday, March 29th, from 8-11 at the Cedar baseball field. Players can attend for $10 and coaches are FREE. Cash or checks made out to Cedar Shoals Dugout Club will be accepted. The following topics will be covered: fundamental defensive drills, practice scheduling and preparation, basic hitting tactics, and how to get the most out of this great experience called BASEBALL! For more info contact CSHS head coach Bret Greene at greeneb@clarke.k12.ga.us or by calling 706/254-5444.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown
Come see talented Cedar Shoals students as the Peanuts gang in a musical romp. The show is intended for all audiences, definitely G-rated. Enjoy singing, dancing, AND comedy. The show will run under 2 hours--probably closer to an hour and a half--so it should be a perfect fit for younger audience members. Mark your calendars now for performances Friday and Saturday, March 28th and 29th, at 7:30 p.m., and Sunday, March 30th, at 2:30 p.m. in the CSHS Fine Arts Theatre. Student tickets are $4 and adult tickets are $6. Contact English teacher/production director Derek Adams at adamsg@clarke.k12.ga.us with questions or for more info.
Athens Clarke Leisure Services invites all contestants who entered the 29th Annual Wildlife Art Contest to come to the Grand Opening on Saturday, March 29th , from 2:30 – 3:30. Doors will open at 2:30 to view art work. Prizes will be awarded at 3:00. All entries will be hung in the exhibit hall (building in the zoo)
Refreshments will be served. Please call 706-613-3616 ext.22 for more information….
Cedar Shoals Baseball Clinic Rescheduled
IMPORTANT NEWS..............The camp has been rescheduled for Saturday, March 29th, 8AM-11AM....no longer 9AM-12PM.
We are excited to announce that there will be a Jaguar Baseball Players Clinic - The CSHS staff and team will host the Jaguar Players Clinic on Saturday, March 29th, from 8-11 at the Cedar baseball field. Players can attend for $10 and coaches are FREE. Cash or checks made out to Cedar Shoals Dugout Club will be accepted. The following topics will be covered: fundamental defensive drills, practice scheduling and preparation, basic hitting tactics, and how to get the most out of this great experience called BASEBALL! For more info contact CSHS head coach Bret Greene at greeneb@clarke.k12.ga.us or by calling 706/254-5444.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown
Come see talented Cedar Shoals students as the Peanuts gang in a musical romp. The show is intended for all audiences, definitely G-rated. Enjoy singing, dancing, AND comedy. The show will run under 2 hours--probably closer to an hour and a half--so it should be a perfect fit for younger audience members. Mark your calendars now for performances Friday and Saturday, March 28th and 29th, at 7:30 p.m., and Sunday, March 30th, at 2:30 p.m. in the CSHS Fine Arts Theatre. Student tickets are $4 and adult tickets are $6. Contact English teacher/production director Derek Adams at adamsg@clarke.k12.ga.us with questions or for more info.
Sunday, March 23, 2008
Animation Workshop and Congratulations
Oratorical Winner
Another success for Hilsman: Asher Hill, 7th grader won the zone levelcompetition of the Optimist Oratorical Contest. He will compete in the regional level next.
Animation Workshop
We are proud to announce that Hilsman Middle School will be the host for a Shortstop Animation Workshop between 27th and 28th of March. Our special guest, Mr. José Luis Farias from Spain will teach the students the basics of shortstop animation. They will play with different materials, and they will create a very short movie.
Cachivache (Performance in Spanish) group members from University of Georgia will help to organize the activities. Attached you can find details about the program and our special guest.
José Luis Farias Gomez
José Luis Farias created the International Short Film Festival of Segovia (Spain). The Festival showcased a wide array of Films from Spain, Latin American, and Europe. He is here to show to Athens and the University community a sample of the short films screened last year in Segovia. These screenings will take place at the Student Learning Center on March 31st, April 1st and April 2nd. Screenings will be followed by discussions about the films. José Luis Farias will lead the discussions. This event is made possible with the support of the following people and institutions:Contraplano, Latin American and Caribbean Studies Institute, Department of Romance Languages, Dr. John Ross, Cachivache (Performance in Spanish), Cali’ n’ Titos, Espresso Royale, Little Kings.
This is a brief summary of José Luis Farias professional life:
Cofounder of Contraplano International Short Film Festival in Segovia (April 2007)
Stop-motion animation teacher at Arts Animation School.
Director- He has made several commercials for TV, and short films, such as:
Agua (2006)
35mm color
Summary: A reflection on the lack of water as a result of the weather change.9 min.Directors: Alfonso Fulgencio y José Luis Farias,
Mandos (2002)
Animation Short Film with play dough. 35mm color
Summary: Two remote controls fight over the programs they want to see on TV.9 min.Directors: Alfonso Fulgencio y José Luis Farias,and others. Cofounder of Paramotion Films (Film Company)
Paramotion Films
It was founded in 2002 with the objective of producing, acquiring and distributing film materials for movies, TV productions, and advertising. It specializes in animation with materials like play dough. They also work on digital post-production. Paramotion also is interested in teaching these techniques in different workshops.
Another success for Hilsman: Asher Hill, 7th grader won the zone levelcompetition of the Optimist Oratorical Contest. He will compete in the regional level next.
Animation Workshop
We are proud to announce that Hilsman Middle School will be the host for a Shortstop Animation Workshop between 27th and 28th of March. Our special guest, Mr. José Luis Farias from Spain will teach the students the basics of shortstop animation. They will play with different materials, and they will create a very short movie.
Cachivache (Performance in Spanish) group members from University of Georgia will help to organize the activities. Attached you can find details about the program and our special guest.
José Luis Farias Gomez
José Luis Farias created the International Short Film Festival of Segovia (Spain). The Festival showcased a wide array of Films from Spain, Latin American, and Europe. He is here to show to Athens and the University community a sample of the short films screened last year in Segovia. These screenings will take place at the Student Learning Center on March 31st, April 1st and April 2nd. Screenings will be followed by discussions about the films. José Luis Farias will lead the discussions. This event is made possible with the support of the following people and institutions:Contraplano, Latin American and Caribbean Studies Institute, Department of Romance Languages, Dr. John Ross, Cachivache (Performance in Spanish), Cali’ n’ Titos, Espresso Royale, Little Kings.
This is a brief summary of José Luis Farias professional life:
Cofounder of Contraplano International Short Film Festival in Segovia (April 2007)
Stop-motion animation teacher at Arts Animation School.
Director- He has made several commercials for TV, and short films, such as:
Agua (2006)
35mm color
Summary: A reflection on the lack of water as a result of the weather change.9 min.Directors: Alfonso Fulgencio y José Luis Farias,
Mandos (2002)
Animation Short Film with play dough. 35mm color
Summary: Two remote controls fight over the programs they want to see on TV.9 min.Directors: Alfonso Fulgencio y José Luis Farias,and others. Cofounder of Paramotion Films (Film Company)
Paramotion Films
It was founded in 2002 with the objective of producing, acquiring and distributing film materials for movies, TV productions, and advertising. It specializes in animation with materials like play dough. They also work on digital post-production. Paramotion also is interested in teaching these techniques in different workshops.
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