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Friday, May 25, 2018

Monday, May 28

No school for students - Memorial Day

Tuesday, May 29 - B Day

7:00 AM - Open Gym

7:15 AM - Guys Chorus, Chamber Orchestra

7:15 AM - Open Library

9:00 AM - 2:30 PM - 6th grade Science Museum Field Trip

2:45 - 4:00 PM - After-School Support in Social Studies, ELA, Math, Science, Testing

2:45-4:00 PM - Girls Tennis, Track, Hawk Pride Team

7:00 PM – Highview Ensemble Concert at Highview

Wednesday, May 30 - A Day

7:00 AM - Open Gym

7:15 AM - Open Library

9-10:30 AM - Bel Air 5th graders visit

1-2:30 PM - Valentine Hills 5th graders visit

2:45 - 4:00 PM - After-School Support in Social Studies, ELA, Math, Spanish, Testing and Science

2:45-4:00 PM - Track

3:30-5:00 PM - Flag Football Game at Highview Middle School

6:30 - 7:30 PM - “Spring Into Fall” Irondale High School Co-Curricular Day at Irondale High School

Thursday, May 31 - B Day

Last day for After-School Academic Support Rooms

7:00 AM - Open Gym

7:15 AM - Open Library

9:00 AM - 12:30 PM - 8th Grade Choir Elementary Tour

2:45 - 4:00 PM - After-School Support in Spanish, ELA, Math, Testing and Science

2:45-4:00 PM - Creative Writing, Review Team

3:00-5:00 PM - Girls Tennis Match at Chippewa Middle School

7:30 PM - Highview Orchestra Concert at Bethel University

Friday, June 1 - A Day

Exploration Day!!!

7:00 AM - Open Gym

7:15 AM - Open Library

6^TH GRADE FIELD TRIP ON TUESDAY, MAY 29^TH

6^th grade families that Highview 6^th graders are going on a field trip the Science Museum of Minnesota on Tuesday, May 29^th.  If you still need to turn in a permission slip... please use the electronic version found here.

Don't forget that students either need to order a lunch from food service (via the electronic permission slip) or bring one from home.  Hawk Pride!!!  

8^TH GRADE END-OF-THE-YEAR CELEBRATION

On Thursday, June 7th we will have an End-of-the-Year Celebration with our 8th grade students at Driftwood Park in New Brighton.  We will leave Highview at approximately 11:00 AM, returning at 2:30 PM.  Students will be walking to Driftwood Park (2705^th St NW) accompanied by Highview Staff.  While at the park, students will be eating lunch.  Students may order a box lunch from school, bring a lunch from home, or order a Jersey Mike’s lunch (assorted subs, freeze pop, chips and water) for $7.00.

Our goal is for all Highview 8^th graders to participate in this celebration.  Completed permission slips were sent home with students several weeks ago.  Completed permission slips must be returned to your student’s first period teacher by Wednesday, May 30th.  More copies are available in the school office or can be found here.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact your student’s dean or the principal.  

Sincerely,

Dr. Sheila Eller, Principal                   Sheila.Eller@moundsviewschools.org                        651-621-6703

Ben Chiri, Associate Principal            Benjamin.Chiri@moundsviewschools.org                  651-621-6736

Cindy Kucera, Dean A-G                  Cindy.Kucera@moundsviewschools.org                   651-621-6728             

Kari Hubbard, Dean H-N                   Kari.Hubbard@moundsviewschools.org                    651-621-6727

Caleb Bjorklund, Dean O-Z               Caleb.Bjorklund@moundsviewschools.org                651-621-6726

SUMMER READING PROGRAM

We have a fun summer reading program we have starting at Highview.  Join Highview's ‘Camp Read S-more’ this summer! There is nothing better than "camping out" with a good book. Join us at "camp" this summer and read this book that was chosen for your grade level:

Entering 6^th grade book:

Flipped by Wendelin Van Draanen

Entering 7^th grade book:

The Seventh Most Important Thing by Shelley Pearsall

Entering 8^th grade book:

The Adoration of Jenna Fox by Mary E. Pearson

In September, we will meet once, during lunch, to discuss the book.  Check out the link below for more information about this and other summer reading information.

Highview Summer Reading Program and more!

FREE SUMMER LUNCHES AVAILABLE FOR FAMILIES

Free Grab‘n’Go bag lunches for families will be available this summer on Monday, Wednesday and Fridays, June 11-August 24 at Christ the King Lutheran Church, 1900 7^th St NW, New Brighton.  Check it out!

HIGHVIEW LOCKER CLEANOUT

Students will be cleaning out their lockers during the last week of school.  Once students have cleaned out their locker—their locker combination will be changed.  Students will not be able to use their lockers after that time.  Please plan accordingly.  Hawk Pride!

Monday, June 4^th – 8^th grade locker cleanout

Tuesday, June 5^th – 7^th grade locker cleanout

Wednesday, June 6 – 6 grade locker cleanout

MARK YOUR CALENDARS

Mark your calendars now for Highview Hawk Pride Welcome Back Day on Wednesday, August 22 from 2:00 to 7:00 PM.  Teachers will be here from 5:00-7:00 PM.  Students will get their school photos taken; get their schedule and their locker assignment and more!   Watch for a mailing to come to your house via U.S. Mail this summer with more information. 

8^th GRADE STUDENTS GOING TO MVHS

If you are interested in being on Student Council next year, this is the time to check it out.  See Ms. Olinger for an application.  No prior experience is necessary.  Interviews will take place during the school day on May 29^th. 

FROM THE HEALTH OFFICE

If your child has medication in the Highview Health Office, please stop by and pick it up before the end of the school year.  Medications not picked up by the end of the school year will be destroyed.

If your student is due for any vaccinations, you will be receiving a letter sometime near the end of the school year from the Highview Health Office.   

 If you have questions about either of these items, please feel free to contact Keri Rudnick in the Health Office at keri.rudnick@moundsviewschools.org or 651-621-6704.

IRONDALE GIRLS SWIM AND DIVE TEAM OPPORTUNITY

Did you know that you can participate on the Irondale Swim and Dive Team as a 7^th and 8^th grader?  The team is open to all 7-12 graders.  We have a lot of fun both in and out of the water!  We would like to invite all Highview girls and their parents to meet the team and find out more at our BBQ on Tuesday, June 26^th at 6:00 PM at Long Lake Regional Park Beach.  To RSVP, email the team captains at ihsgirlsswimanddive@gmail.com  Registration for the season begins July 30^th via ParentVue. 

MIDDLE SCHOOL COLOR GUARD

This summer we have another exciting opportunity for kids interested in color guard!  Our Middle School Color Guard program will start July 10 at 5pm.  This is a great opportunity for kids going into 4th grade through 8th grade to learn, grow and experience Color Guard.  We will be participating in 3 parades and 1 field show. Registration is open now until July 6th and registration forms can be found with the school's band directors or in the office. If you have any questions, concerns or would like more information please feel free to send an email to: thillemom@gmail.com.

DONATIONS NEEDED

We are asking for donations of bottled water and individually-bagged chips to use at out 8^th Grade End-of-Year Picnic.  If you can donate, please bring it to the school office by Friday, June 1.

MVHS ORCHESTRA ROCK CONCERT

The annual Mounds View High School Orchestra Rock Concert will be on Tuesday, May 29^th at 7:00 PM in the Mounds View High School Auditorium.  It will feature our Rock Orchestra, Concert Orchestra, Symphony Orchestra, the winners of our rock orchestra singing contest, and special guest, Jeremy Darling.  Come and hear how much an orchestra can rock out!

SUMMER GIRLS FITNESS CLUB

Calling all girls entering grades 8 - 12 in fall 2018…..Join the Girls Fitness Club this summer. The first hour will be spent doing a combination of cardiovascular exercises, strength training and yoga. The last half hour will be spent either
discussing a health-related topic or cooking together as a group. We will cook a healthy meal together once a week! The topics we will discuss include, hydration, stretching, nutrition, sleep, stress and more! We will meet for 6 weeks, 3 times a week. It will only cost you $100.00! Contact Lisa Schmidt: Lisa.schmidt@moundsviewschools.org for more details and to register. 

MOUNDS VIEW HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS SOCCER PLAYERS

Head Coach, Katelynn Fast, is holding a meeting for new/incoming players (7th/8^th graders) on Wednesday, May 30 at 3:30pm-4:30 pm in the Mounds View High School Forum. She will discuss summer training and other important season details. Look for more dates and information about the season on the moundsviewgirlssoccer.com website.

HIGHVIEW MUSIC GROUPS 2018-2019

Dates and times for extra-curricular music groups for the 2018-2019 School Year.    Hawk Pride!

REGISTER TODAY FOR COMMUNITY ED SUMMER CAMPS!

Summer is coming!  Don't forget to register your student for Community Education Summer Camps.  We're offering many new art/science/new experience and athletic camps for students entering grades 1 - 12 in fall 2018.  We welcome students from other districts to sign up for our camps as well.  Don't let your child miss out on some great and memorable summer fun!  To view all camps, descriptions and to register, visit the Youth Programs/Summer Camp webpage at:

www.moundsviewschools.org/youthprograms  

PLAN AHEAD FOR NEXT FALL’S SCHEDULE

In spring 2017, the School Board approved start time changes that go into effect for all schools starting this fall. To download a 2018-2019 daily schedule for any school, visit www.moundsviewschools.org/starttimes.

UPCOMING HIGHVIEW 8^TH TO 9^TH GRADE TRANSITION EVENTS

A number of events have been planned to help support the transition of our Highview 8th graders into high school next year.   

"Spring into Fall" Irondale High School Co-Curriculum Day: May 30, 2018 6:30pm at IDHS.  8th Grade students & families invited to learn about co-curricular opportunities at IDHS.

First Day of High School! September 4, 2018

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