Wednesday, February 25, 20015 - Day A

Student Announcements - Wednesday, February 25, 20015 - Day A

1) Congratulations to our January Students of the Month! H6-1: Alec Nissen & Isaac Nissen; H6-2: Taylor Cota & Ella Heim; H7-1: Erica Brimeyer & Gage Reynolds; H7-2: Carissa Elskamp & Gabby Liptak; H8-1: Marvin Oberbroeckling & Randa Oltmanns; H8-2: Brandon Doser & Grace Tupper. https://www.smore.com/xmk92

2) Are you between the ages of 13-17? How would you like to earn $1,000 this summer? Future Talk is a program of diverse youth expanding and strengthening the community through work in the outdoors, working with local partners, environmental literacy, and service to the community. Financial literacy and employment workshops are offered to each participant to help youth reach their highest potential. Applications are available for pick up at the Multicultural Family Center or on their website: mfcdbq.org and are due by March 15, 2015.

3) YOU ARE INVITED…HAVE SOME SOCCER FUN at the 1ST ANNUAL HEMPSTEAD YOUTH SOCCER CLINIC; presented by Hempstead Men’s Soccer Team. All boys and girls in Elementary and Middle school are invited to attend at the Hempstead High School North Gym. Wear tennis shoes and shin guards please. This takes place on Saturday, March 14, 2015; check-in at 9:00 a.m. and clinic begins at 9:30 a.m. and ends at 11:30 a.m. The MVC-conference ranked Hempstead Men’s Soccer team will train with the future soccer stars on shooting, dribbling, passing, and other soccer skills in a fun environment. Cost of registration will be $20 for per player, walk-ins are welcome. Registrations received by March 4, 2015, will receive a prize upon check-in. Stop by the main office for a registration form. Pizza will be served with the soccer team from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.; parents/family are also welcome to attend; cost for this is $5 per person!

4) Parent/Student/Teacher conferences start tonight!  Wednesday, February 25th from 3:30pm - 8:00pm - Regular School Day; Thursday, February 26th from 9:00am - 2:00pm - No School; Thursday, February 26th from 3:00pm - 7:30pm - No School. We do not schedule conferences at specific times for the majority of our students*. Instead, we encourage you to come at a date/time that works best for you and your family. We encourage you to arrive at least 30 minutes prior to the end of a conference session so you are able to meet with all of your child's teachers. Teachers will be in the main gym for conferences on Wednesday and for the second session on Thursday. Teachers will be in their classrooms during the first session (9:00 am- 2:00 pm) on Thursday. All teachers will be available to meet with you for conferences during the times listed above. If a teacher shares multiple buildings, she may have a different time schedule which should have been communicated previously. There will be a "check-in" table located in the hallway leading to the main gym. We ask that all parents and students stop at the check-in table when you first arrive for conferences. At the check-in table you will receive a copy of the students schedule and report cards as well as a copy of your child's most recent Iowa Assessment results. (*This year House 6-1 core teachers will continue with student led conferences. If your child is in House 6-1 you should have received information relating to the specifics of this schedule. Conferences will be held in Mrs. Jones' classroom (U-202).) Visit our Jefferson book fair during conferences! We also will provide assistance for those who would like to receive updates on their student's grades and school announcements from PowerSchool.

5) Birthdays Today - February 25th...Colton Davis. February 26th...Brooke Hanson, Trenton Heming, Xavior Kennedy, Tristan Priest, Jodie Tunque. February 27th...Andrea Longstreet. February 28th...Ty Hancock, Grant Wiebke. March 1st…Diamond Johnson, Collin Nissen, Allison Wild.

6) Students who are utilizing homework help after school, remember to check-in with the LEAP staff in cafeteria before you go to the homework help room. The tutor will pick you up in the cafeteria and take you to the homework help room.

7) Any 8th grade girl who plays softball and is attending senior high school is encouraged to attend our open gyms from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. in the basement under Nora gym at Senior every Tuesday and Thursday night. Open Gym will meet every week with exception of Thursday Feb. 26th until May when practice starts. See Coach Brandel or Mr. Hatcher for more details.

8) Registration for Dubuque Pony League Baseball (formerly Dubuque Little League) is now open through March 6th. Please visit our web site at http://www.dbqpony.org for more information.

9) The Book Fair will be open now through the parent conferences.

10) If you would like to order a Memory Book, which is received the last day of school, bring $12 to the main office. This is ensure you will receive a memory book.

11) Students, Faculty and Staff...We will be hosting a D.A.R.E. Ski Night this Friday at Sundown. Registration is from 4-6 p.m. but you may ski until midnight. This is open to family members as well.

12) There will be no YCLUB today, February 25th.

Dubuque Junior Saints Hockey Kuddos to our Hillhawk hockey players: Tristan Priest, Charlie Fiegen, Baylor Kivlahan and Hunter Roraff took 1st place in hockey tournament in Marshfield, WI this weekend playing for Dubuque Jr. Saints! Well done!

Tuesday, February 24, 2015 - Day B

Student Announcements - Tuesday, February 24, 2015 - Day B

1) Congratulations to our January Students of the Month! H6-1: Alec Nissen & Isaac Nissen; H6-2: Taylor Cota & Ella Heim; H7-1: Erica Brimeyer & Gage Reynolds; H7-2: Carissa Elskamp & Gabby Liptak; H8-1: Marvin Oberbroeckling & Randa Oltmanns; H8-2: Brandon Doser & Grace Tupper. https://www.smore.com/xmk92

2) Are you between the ages of 13-17? How would you like to earn $1,000 this summer? Future Talk is a program of diverse youth expanding and strengthening the community through work in the outdoors, working with local partners, environmental literacy, and service to the community. Financial literacy and employment workshops are offered to each participant to help youth reach their highest potential. Applications are available for pick up at the Multicultural Family Center or on their website: mfcdbq.org and are due by March 15, 2015.

3) YOU ARE INVITED…HAVE SOME SOCCER FUN at the 1ST ANNUAL HEMPSTEAD YOUTH SOCCER CLINIC; presented by Hempstead Men’s Soccer Team. All boys and girls in Elementary and Middle school are invited to attend at the Hempstead High School North Gym. Wear tennis shoes and shin guards please. This takes place on Saturday, March 14, 2015; check-in at 9:00 a.m. and clinic begins at 9:30 a.m. and ends at 11:30 a.m. The MVC-conference ranked Hempstead Men’s Soccer team will train with the future soccer stars on shooting, dribbling, passing, and other soccer skills in a fun environment. Cost of registration will be $20 for per player, walk-ins are welcome. Registrations received by March 4, 2015, will receive a prize upon check-in. Stop by the main office for a registration form. Pizza will be served with the soccer team from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.; parents/family are also welcome to attend; cost for this is $5 per person!

4) Parent/Student/Teacher conferences are coming soon! Mark your calendars...Wednesday, February 25th from 3:30pm - 8:00pm - Regular School Day; Thursday, February 26th from 9:00am - 2:00pm - No School; Thursday, February 26th from 3:00pm - 7:30pm - No School. We do not schedule conferences at specific times for the majority of our students*. Instead, we encourage you to come at a date/time that works best for you and your family. We encourage you to arrive at least 30 minutes prior to the end of a conference session so you are able to meet with all of your child's teachers. Teachers will be in the main gym for conferences on Wednesday and for the second session on Thursday. Teachers will be in their classrooms during the first session (9:00 am- 2:00 pm) on Thursday. All teachers will be available to meet with you for conferences during the times listed above. If a teacher shares multiple buildings, she may have a different time schedule which should have been communicated previously. There will be a "check-in" table located in the hallway leading to the main gym. We ask that all parents and students stop at the check-in table when you first arrive for conferences. At the check-in table you will receive a copy of the students schedule and report cards as well as a copy of your child's most recent Iowa Assessment results. (*This year House 6-1 core teachers will continue with student led conferences. If your child is in House 6-1 you should have received information relating to the specifics of this schedule. Conferences will be held in Mrs. Jones' classroom (U-202).) Visit our Jefferson book fair during conferences! We also will provide assistance for those who would like to receive updates on their student's grades and school announcements from PowerSchool.

5) Birthdays Today - February 24th...Trentyn Howes, Garrett Trimborn.

6) Students who are utilizing homework help after school, remember to check-in with the LEAP staff in cafeteria before you go to the homework help room. The tutor will pick you up in the cafeteria and take you to the homework help room.

7) Any 8th grade girl who plays softball and is attending senior high school is encouraged to attend our open gyms from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. in the basement under Nora gym at Senior every Tuesday and Thursday night. Open Gym will meet every week with exception of Thursday Feb. 26th until May when practice starts. See Coach Brandel or Mr. Hatcher for more details.

8) Registration for Dubuque Pony League Baseball (formerly Dubuque Little League) is now open through March 6th. Please visit our web site at http://www.dbqpony.org for more information.

9) The Book Fair will be open now through the parent conferences.

10) If you would like to order a Memory Book, which is received the last day of school, bring $12 to the main office. This is ensure you will receive a memory book.

11) This is the last week to earn Pride Points for your grade. Wear your Jefferson Spirit Apparel on Wednesday this week. Remember the class with the most points will earn a surprise treat from Mr. Kramer.

12) Students, Faculty and Staff...We will be hosting a D.A.R.E. Ski Night this Friday at Sundown. Registration is from 4-6 p.m. but you may ski until midnight. This is open to family members as well.

13) There will be no YCLUB on Wednesday, February 25th.

14) Sports Today - Boys Red Basketball...Jefferson Red vs. Drexler Black. 7th grade at Jefferson and 8th grade at Drexler; both games begin at 4 p.m.

P/T Conference Food We are looking for some parents to provide a salad or a dessert for the teachers on Wednesday, February 25th. We provide a meal for the teachers on Wednesday because they do not have time to get away for dinner at this time. The school provides hot sandwiches and chips. If you are able to send a salad or dessert that would be greatly appreciated. If you are able to send something please call the main office and let one of the secretaries know. We do have refrigerator space if something needs to be kept cold. Thank you for your support. Main Office: 563-552-4700

Dubuque Junior Saints Hockey Kuddos to our Hillhawk hockey players: Tristan Priest, Charlie Fiegen, Baylor Kivlahan and Hunter Roraff took 1st place in hockey tournament in Marshfield, WI this weekend playing for Dubuque Jr. Saints! Well done!

Monday, February 23, 2015 - Day A

Student Announcements - Monday, February 23, 2015 - Day A

1) Congratulations to our January Students of the Month! H6-1: Alec Nissen & Isaac Nissen; H6-2: Taylor Cota & Ella Heim; H7-1: Erica Brimeyer & Gage Reynolds; H7-2: Carissa Elskamp & Gabby Liptak; H8-1: Marvin Oberbroeckling & Randa Oltmanns; H8-2: Brandon Doser & Grace Tupper. https://www.smore.com/xmk92

2) Are you between the ages of 13-17? How would you like to earn $1,000 this summer? Future Talk is a program of diverse youth expanding and strengthening the community through work in the outdoors, working with local partners, environmental literacy, and service to the community. Financial literacy and employment workshops are offered to each participant to help youth reach their highest potential. Applications are available for pick up at the Multicultural Family Center or on their website: mfcdbq.org and are due by March 15, 2015.

3) YOU ARE INVITED…HAVE SOME SOCCER FUN at the 1ST ANNUAL HEMPSTEAD YOUTH SOCCER CLINIC; presented by Hempstead Men’s Soccer Team. All boys and girls in Elementary and Middle school are invited to attend at the Hempstead High School North Gym. Wear tennis shoes and shin guards please. This takes place on Saturday, March 14, 2015; check-in at 9:00 a.m. and clinic begins at 9:30 a.m. and ends at 11:30 a.m. The MVC-conference ranked Hempstead Men’s Soccer team will train with the future soccer stars on shooting, dribbling, passing, and other soccer skills in a fun environment. Cost of registration will be $20 for per player, walk-ins are welcome. Registrations received by March 4, 2015, will receive a prize upon check-in. Stop by the main office for a registration form. Pizza will be served with the soccer team from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.; parents/family are also welcome to attend; cost for this is $5 per person!

4) Parent/Student/Teacher conferences are coming soon! Mark your calendars...Wednesday, February 25th from 3:30pm - 8:00pm - Regular School Day; Thursday, February 26th from 9:00am - 2:00pm - No School; Thursday, February 26th from 3:00pm - 7:30pm - No School. We do not schedule conferences at specific times for the majority of our students*. Instead, we encourage you to come at a date/time that works best for you and your family. We encourage you to arrive at least 30 minutes prior to the end of a conference session so you are able to meet with all of your child's teachers. Teachers will be in the main gym for conferences on Wednesday and for the second session on Thursday. Teachers will be in their classrooms during the first session (9:00 am- 2:00 pm) on Thursday. All teachers will be available to meet with you for conferences during the times listed above. If a teacher shares multiple buildings, she may have a different time schedule which should have been communicated previously. There will be a "check-in" table located in the hallway leading to the main gym. We ask that all parents and students stop at the check-in table when you first arrive for conferences. At the check-in table you will receive a copy of the students schedule and report cards as well as a copy of your child's most recent Iowa Assessment results. (*This year House 6-1 core teachers will continue with student led conferences. If your child is in House 6-1 you should have received information relating to the specifics of this schedule. Conferences will be held in Mrs. Jones' classroom (U-202).) Visit our Jefferson book fair during conferences! We also will provide assistance for those who would like to receive updates on their student's grades and school announcements from PowerSchool.

5) Birthdays Today - February 23rd...Dee Stoudemire.

6) Students who are utilizing homework help after school, remember to check-in with the LEAP staff in cafeteria before you go to the homework help room. The tutor will pick you up in the cafeteria and take you to the homework help room.

7) Any 8th grade girl who plays softball and is attending senior high school is encouraged to attend our open gyms beginning Feb. 9th. from 6:30 to 8:00pm in the basement under Nora gym at Senior every Tuesday and Thursday night. Open Gym will meet every week with exception of Thursday Feb. 26th until May when practice starts. See Coach Brandel or Mr. Hatcher for more details.

8) Registration for Dubuque Pony League Baseball (formerly Dubuque Little League) is now open through March 6th. Please visit our web site at http://www.dbqpony.org for more information.

9) The Book Fair will be open now through the parent conferences.

10) If you would like to order a Memory Book, which is received the last day of school, bring $12 to the main office. This is ensure you will receive a memory book.

11)  Tristan Priest, Charlie Fiegen, Baylor Kivlahan and Hunter Roraff took 1st place in hockey tournament in Marshfield, WI this weekend playing for Dubuque Jr. Saints.  Way to go guys!

P/T Conference Food We are looking for some parents to provide a salad or a dessert for the teachers on Wednesday, February 25th. We provide a meal for the teachers on Wednesday because they do not have time to get away for dinner at this time. The school provides hot sandwiches and chips. If you are able to send a salad or dessert that would be greatly appreciated. If you are able to send something please call the main office and let one of the secretaries know. We do have refrigerator space if something needs to be kept cold. Thank you for your support. Main Office: 563-552-4700

Friday, February 20, 2015 - Day B

Friday, February 20, 2015 - Day B

1) Congratulations to our January Students of the Month! H6-1: Alec Nissen & Isaac Nissen; H6-2: Taylor Cota & Ella Heim; H7-1: Erica Brimeyer & Gage Reynolds; H7-2: Carissa Elskamp & Gabby Liptak; H8-1: Marvin Oberbroeckling & Randa Oltmanns; H8-2: Brandon Doser & Grace Tupper. https://www.smore.com/xmk92

2) Are you between the ages of 13-17? How would you like to earn $1,000 this summer? Future Talk is a program of diverse youth expanding and strengthening the community through work in the outdoors, working with local partners, environmental literacy, and service to the community. Financial literacy and employment workshops are offered to each participant to help youth reach their highest potential. Applications are available for pick up at the Multicultural Family Center or on their website: mfcdbq.org and are due by March 15, 2015.

3) YOU ARE INVITED…HAVE SOME SOCCER FUN at the 1ST ANNUAL HEMPSTEAD YOUTH SOCCER CLINIC; presented by Hempstead Men’s Soccer Team. All boys and girls in Elementary and Middle school are invited to attend at the Hempstead High School North Gym. Wear tennis shoes and shin guards please. This takes place on Saturday, March 14, 2015; check-in at 9:00 a.m. and clinic begins at 9:30 a.m. and ends at 11:30 a.m. The MVC-conference ranked Hempstead Men’s Soccer team will train with the future soccer stars on shooting, dribbling, passing, and other soccer skills in a fun environment. Cost of registration will be $20 for per player, walk-ins are welcome. Registrations received by March 4, 2015, will receive a prize upon check-in. Stop by the main office for a registration form. Pizza will be served with the soccer team from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.; parents/family are also welcome to attend; cost for this is $5 per person!

4) Parent/Student/Teacher conferences are coming soon! Mark your calendars...Wednesday, February 25th from 3:30pm - 8:00pm - Regular School Day; Thursday, February 26th from 9:00am - 2:00pm - No School; Thursday, February 26th from 3:00pm - 7:30pm - No School. We do not schedule conferences at specific times for the majority of our students*. Instead, we encourage you to come at a date/time that works best for you and your family. We encourage you to arrive at least 30 minutes prior to the end of a conference session so you are able to meet with all of your child's teachers. Teachers will be in the main gym for conferences on Wednesday and for the second session on Thursday. Teachers will be in their classrooms during the first session (9:00 am- 2:00 pm) on Thursday. All teachers will be available to meet with you for conferences during the times listed above. If a teacher shares multiple buildings, she may have a different time schedule which should have been communicated previously. There will be a "check-in" table located in the hallway leading to the main gym. We ask that all parents and students stop at the check-in table when you first arrive for conferences. At the check-in table you will receive a copy of the students schedule and report cards as well as a copy of your child's most recent Iowa Assessment results. (*This year House 6-1 core teachers will continue with student led conferences. If your child is in House 6-1 you should have received information relating to the specifics of this schedule. Conferences will be held in Mrs. Jones' classroom (U-202).) Visit our Jefferson book fair during conferences! We also will provide assistance for those who would like to receive updates on their student's grades and school announcements from PowerSchool.

5) Birthdays Today - February 20th...Hunter Catron. February 21st...Catherine Schueller. February 22nd...Cortney Molzof.

6) Sports Today - Boys Red Basketball...Jefferson Red vs. Washington Blue. 7th grade at Washington and 8th grade at Jefferson; both games begin at 4 p.m.

7) Registration for Dubuque Pony League Baseball (formerly Dubuque Little League) is now open through March 6th. Please visit our web site at http://www.dbqpony.org for more information.

8) The Book Fair will be open now through the parent conferences.

Thursday, February 19, 2015 - Day A

Student Announcements - Thursday, February 19, 2015 - Day A

1) Hempstead strength and conditioning coach, Nathan Oswalt is hosting a free “middle school strength clinic”. Any 7th or 8th grade boy or girl is welcome to attend. Session begin at 6 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays. See Mr. Hatcher for more details or ask your homebase teacher.

2) It is time again for the Box Top contest. This is a reminder for students to bring in box tops . The contest will run until February 20th. There is containers in each Home Room. The Home Room that receives 1st place will be awarded a pizza party and 2nd place will have ice cream treats.

3) Congratulations to our January Students of the Month! H6-1: Alec Nissen & Isaac Nissen; H6-2: Taylor Cota & Ella Heim; H7-1: Erica Brimeyer & Gage Reynolds; H7-2: Carissa Elskamp & Gabby Liptak; H8-1: Marvin Oberbroeckling & Randa Oltmanns; H8-2: Brandon Doser & Grace Tupper. https://www.smore.com/xmk92

4) Are you between the ages of 13-17? How would you like to earn $1,000 this summer? Future Talk is a program of diverse youth expanding and strengthening the community through work in the outdoors, working with local partners, environmental literacy, and service to the community. Financial literacy and employment workshops are offered to each participant to help youth reach their highest potential. Applications are available for pick up at the Multicultural Family Center or on their website: mfcdbq.org and are due by March 15, 2015.

5) YOU ARE INVITED…HAVE SOME SOCCER FUN at the 1ST ANNUAL HEMPSTEAD YOUTH SOCCER CLINIC; presented by Hempstead Men’s Soccer Team. All boys and girls in Elementary and Middle school are invited to attend at the Hempstead High School North Gym. Wear tennis shoes and shin guards please. This takes place on Saturday, March 14, 2015; check-in at 9:00 a.m. and clinic begins at 9:30 a.m. and ends at 11:30 a.m. The MVC-conference ranked Hempstead Men’s Soccer team will train with the future soccer stars on shooting, dribbling, passing, and other soccer skills in a fun environment. Cost of registration will be $20 for per player, walk-ins are welcome. Registrations received by March 4, 2015, will receive a prize upon check-in. Stop by the main office for a registration form. Pizza will be served with the soccer team from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.; parents/family are also welcome to attend; cost for this is $5 per person!

6) Parent/Student/Teacher conferences are coming soon! Mark your calendars...Wednesday, February 25th from 3:30pm - 8:00pm - Regular School Day; Thursday, February 26th from 9:00am - 2:00pm - No School; Thursday, February 26th from 3:00pm - 7:30pm - No School. We do not schedule conferences at specific times for the majority of our students*. Instead, we encourage you to come at a date/time that works best for you and your family. We encourage you to arrive at least 30 minutes prior to the end of a conference session so you are able to meet with all of your child's teachers. Teachers will be in the main gym for conferences on Wednesday and for the second session on Thursday. Teachers will be in their classrooms during the first session (9:00 am- 2:00 pm) on Thursday. All teachers will be available to meet with you for conferences during the times listed above. If a teacher shares multiple buildings, she may have a different time schedule which should have been communicated previously. There will be a "check-in" table located in the hallway leading to the main gym. We ask that all parents and students stop at the check-in table when you first arrive for conferences. At the check-in table you will receive a copy of the students schedule and report cards as well as a copy of your child's most recent Iowa Assessment results. (*This year House 6-1 core teachers will continue with student led conferences. If your child is in House 6-1 you should have received information relating to the specifics of this schedule. Conferences will be held in Mrs. Jones' classroom (U-202).) Visit our Jefferson book fair during conferences! We also will provide assistance for those who would like to receive updates on their student's grades and school announcements from PowerSchool.

7) Birthdays Today - February 19th...Derrick Jurisic, Melanie Perez.

8) Sports Today - Boys Gold Basketball...Jefferson Gold vs. Roosevelt Black. 7th grade at Jefferson and 8th grade Roosevelt; both games begin at 4 p.m.

9) Registration for Dubuque Pony League Baseball (formerly Dubuque Little League) is now open through March 6th. Please visit our web site at http://www.dbqpony.org for more information.

10) There will be no LEAP Loom Knitting today, Thursday February 19th.

11) The Book Fair will open today, the 19th and stay open through the parent conferences.

12) There will be no Girls Dance practice today.

Wednesday, February 18, 2015 - Day B

Student Announcements - Wednesday, February 18, 2015 - Day B

1) Hempstead strength and conditioning coach, Nathan Oswalt is hosting a free “middle school strength clinic”. Any 7th or 8th grade boy or girl is welcome to attend. Session begin at 6 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays. See Mr. Hatcher for more details or ask your homebase teacher.

2) It is time again for the Box Top contest. This is a reminder for students to bring in box tops . The contest will run until February 20th. There is containers in each Home Room. The Home Room that receives 1st place will be awarded a pizza party and 2nd place will have ice cream treats.

3) Congratulations to our January Students of the Month! H6-1: Alec Nissen & Isaac Nissen; H6-2: Taylor Cota & Ella Heim; H7-1: Erica Brimeyer & Gage Reynolds; H7-2: Carissa Elskamp & Gabby Liptak; H8-1: Marvin Oberbroeckling & Randa Oltmanns; H8-2: Brandon Doser & Grace Tupper. https://www.smore.com/xmk92

4) Are you between the ages of 13-17? How would you like to earn $1,000 this summer? Future Talk is a program of diverse youth expanding and strengthening the community through work in the outdoors, working with local partners, environmental literacy, and service to the community. Financial literacy and employment workshops are offered to each participant to help youth reach their highest potential. Applications are available for pick up at the Multicultural Family Center or on their website: mfcdbq.org and are due by March 15, 2015.

5) YOU ARE INVITED…HAVE SOME SOCCER FUN at the 1ST ANNUAL HEMPSTEAD YOUTH SOCCER CLINIC; presented by Hempstead Men’s Soccer Team. All boys and girls in Elementary and Middle school are invited to attend at the Hempstead High School North Gym. Wear tennis shoes and shin guards please. This takes place on Saturday, March 14, 2015; check-in at 9:00 a.m. and clinic begins at 9:30 a.m. and ends at 11:30 a.m. The MVC-conference ranked Hempstead Men’s Soccer team will train with the future soccer stars on shooting, dribbling, passing, and other soccer skills in a fun environment. Cost of registration will be $20 for per player, walk-ins are welcome. Registrations received by March 4, 2015, will receive a prize upon check-in. Stop by the main office for a registration form. Pizza will be served with the soccer team from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.; parents/family are also welcome to attend; cost for this is $5 per person!

6) Parent/Student/Teacher conferences are coming soon! Mark your calendars...Wednesday, February 25th from 3:30pm - 8:00pm - Regular School Day; Thursday, February 26th from 9:00am - 2:00 pm - No School; Thursday, February 26th from 3:00pm - 7:30pm - No School. We do not schedule conferences at specific times for the majority of our students*. Instead, we encourage you to come at a date/time that works best for you and your family. We encourage you to arrive at least 30 minutes prior to the end of a conference session so you are able to meet with all of your child's teachers. Teachers will be in the main gym for conferences on Wednesday and for the second session on Thursday. Teachers will be in their classrooms during the first session (9:00 am- 2:00 pm) on Thursday. All teachers will be available to meet with you for conferences during the times listed above. If a teacher shares multiple buildings, she may have a different time schedule which should have been communicated previously. There will be a "check-in" table located in the hallway leading to the main gym. We ask that all parents and students stop at the check-in table when you first arrive for conferences. At the check-in table you will receive a copy of the students schedule and report cards as well as a copy of your child's most recent Iowa Assessment results. (*This year House 6-1 core teachers will continue with student led conferences. If your child is in House 6-1 you should have received information relating to the specifics of this schedule. Conferences will be held in Mrs. Jones' classroom (U-202).) Visit our Jefferson book fair during conferences! We also will provide assistance for those who would like to receive updates on their student's grades and school announcements from PowerSchool.

7) Birthdays Today - February 18th...Tommy Jack, Kaliyah Johnson.

Tuesday, February 17, 2015 - Day A

Student Announcements - Tuesday, February 17, 2015 - Day A

1) Hempstead strength and conditioning coach, Nathan Oswalt is hosting a free “middle school strength clinic”. Any 7th or 8th grade boy or girl is welcome to attend. Session begin at 6 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays. See Mr. Hatcher for more details or ask your homebase teacher.

2) It is time again for the Box Top contest. This is a reminder for students to bring in box tops . The contest will run until February 20th. There is containers in each Home Room. The Home Room that receives 1st place will be awarded a pizza party and 2nd place will have ice cream treats.

3) Congratulations to our January Students of the Month! H6-1: Alec Nissen & Isaac Nissen; H6-2: Taylor Cota & Ella Heim; H7-1: Erica Brimeyer & Gage Reynolds; H7-2: Carissa Elskamp & Gabby Liptak; H8-1: Marvin Oberbroeckling & Randa Oltmanns; H8-2: Brandon Doser & Grace Tupper. https://www.smore.com/xmk92

4) Are you between the ages of 13-17? How would you like to earn $1,000 this summer? Future Talk is a program of diverse youth expanding and strengthening the community through work in the outdoors, working with local partners, environmental literacy, and service to the community. Financial literacy and employment workshops are offered to each participant to help youth reach their highest potential. Applications are available for pick up at the Multicultural Family Center or on their website: mfcdbq.org and are due by March 15, 2015.

5) YOU ARE INVITED…HAVE SOME SOCCER FUN at the 1ST ANNUAL HEMPSTEAD YOUTH SOCCER CLINIC; presented by Hempstead Men’s Soccer Team. All boys and girls in Elementary and Middle school are invited to attend at the Hempstead High School North Gym. Wear tennis shoes and shin guards please. This takes place on Saturday, March 14, 2015; check-in at 9:00 a.m. and clinic begins at 9:30 a.m. and ends at 11:30 a.m. The MVC-conference ranked Hempstead Men’s Soccer team will train with the future soccer stars on shooting, dribbling, passing, and other soccer skills in a fun environment. Cost of registration will be $20 for per player, walk-ins are welcome. Registrations received by March 4, 2015, will receive a prize upon check-in. Stop by the main office for a registration form. Pizza will be served with the soccer team from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.; parents/family are also welcome to attend; cost for this is $5 per person!

6) Parent/Student/Teacher conferences are coming soon! Mark your calendars...Wednesday, February 25th from 3:30pm - 8:00pm - Regular School Day; Thursday, February 26th from 9:00am - 2:00 pm - No School; Thursday, February 26th from 3:00pm - 7:30pm - No School. We do not schedule conferences at specific times for the majority of our students*. Instead, we encourage you to come at a date/time that works best for you and your family. We encourage you to arrive at least 30 minutes prior to the end of a conference session so you are able to meet with all of your child's teachers. Teachers will be in the main gym for conferences on Wednesday and for the second session on Thursday. Teachers will be in their classrooms during the first session (9:00 am- 2:00 pm) on Thursday. All teachers will be available to meet with you for conferences during the times listed above. If a teacher shares multiple buildings, she may have a different time schedule which should have been communicated previously. There will be a "check-in" table located in the hallway leading to the main gym. We ask that all parents and students stop at the check-in table when you first arrive for conferences. At the check-in table you will receive a copy of the students schedule and report cards as well as a copy of your child's most recent Iowa Assessment results. (*This year House 6-1 core teachers will continue with student led conferences. If your child is in House 6-1 you should have received information relating to the specifics of this schedule. Conferences will be held in Mrs. Jones' classroom (U-202).) Visit our Jefferson book fair during conferences! We also will provide assistance for those who would like to receive updates on their student's grades and school announcements from PowerSchool.

7) Girls Dance will perform at today's boy's basketball game.

8) Young Citizen's Forum Summit will be held today, Feb 17th. The following students will be participating in the summit at NICC. They have spent the past several months studying local, national, and international issues. They will be out of the building from 9 AM until 1:30 PM. (6th grade: Andrew Anderson, Davonte Balayti, Travis Bries, Caleb Brothers, Taylor Cota, Matthew Fonck, Alex Frapolli, Michelle Hames, Morgan Hess, Caleb Heims, Alec Nissen, Bevin Olson, Quiana Sabers, Myisha Sharkey, Nick Standorf, Maddie Wright) (7th grade: Emma Decker, Emma Gilles, Jackie Mootz, Max Schumacher) 8th grade: Delano Cain, Isaac Cretsinger, Allison Klein, Brandon Little, Trinity Massey, Mary Mueller, Ashlynn Mullen, Morgan Ostrander, Bernice Spivey, Ted Spring, Vera Weis)

9) Sports Today - Boys Red Basketball...Jefferson Red vs. Roosevelt Silver. 7th grade at Roosevelt and 8th grade at Jefferson; both games begin at 4 p.m.

10) Birthdays Today - February 17th...Dominick Wehrspann.

Monday, February 16, 2015 - Day B

Student Announcements - Monday, February 16, 2015 - Day B

1) Hempstead strength and conditioning coach, Nathan Oswalt is hosting a free “middle school strength clinic”. Any 7th or 8th grade boy or girl is welcome to attend. Session begin at 6 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays. See Mr. Hatcher for more details or ask your homebase teacher.

2) It is time again for the Box Top contest. This is a reminder for students to bring in box tops . The contest will run until February 20th. There is containers in each Home Room. The Home Room that receives 1st place will be awarded a pizza party and 2nd place will have ice cream treats.

3) Congratulations to our January Students of the Month! H6-1: Alec Nissen & Isaac Nissen; H6-2: Taylor Cota & Ella Heim; H7-1: Erica Brimeyer & Gage Reynolds; H7-2: Carissa Elskamp & Gabby Liptak; H8-1: Marvin Oberbroeckling & Randa Oltmanns; H8-2: Brandon Doser & Grace Tupper. https://www.smore.com/xmk92

4) Are you between the ages of 13-17? How would you like to earn $1,000 this summer? Future Talk is a program of diverse youth expanding and strengthening the community through work in the outdoors, working with local partners, environmental literacy, and service to the community. Financial literacy and employment workshops are offered to each participant to help youth reach their highest potential. Applications are available for pick up at the Multicultural Family Center or on their website: mfcdbq.org and are due by March 15, 2015.

5) YOU ARE INVITED…HAVE SOME SOCCER FUN at the 1ST ANNUAL HEMPSTEAD YOUTH SOCCER CLINIC; presented by Hempstead Men’s Soccer Team. All boys and girls in Elementary and Middle school are invited to attend at the Hempstead High School North Gym. Wear tennis shoes and shin guards please. This takes place on Saturday, March 14, 2015; check-in at 9:00 a.m. and clinic begins at 9:30 a.m. and ends at 11:30 a.m. The MVC-conference ranked Hempstead Men’s Soccer team will train with the future soccer stars on shooting, dribbling, passing, and other soccer skills in a fun environment. Cost of registration will be $20 for per player, walk-ins are welcome. Registrations received by March 4, 2015, will receive a prize upon check-in. Stop by the main office for a registration form. Pizza will be served with the soccer team from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.; parents/family are also welcome to attend; cost for this is $5 per person!

6) Parent/Student/Teacher conferences are coming soon! Mark your calendars...Wednesday, February 25th from 3:30pm - 8:00pm - Regular School Day; Thursday, February 26th from 9:00am - 2:00 pm - No School; Thursday, February 26th from 3:00pm - 7:30pm - No School. We do not schedule conferences at specific times for the majority of our students*. Instead, we encourage you to come at a date/time that works best for you and your family. We encourage you to arrive at least 30 minutes prior to the end of a conference session so you are able to meet with all of your child's teachers. Teachers will be in the main gym for conferences on Wednesday and for the second session on Thursday. Teachers will be in their classrooms during the first session (9:00 am- 2:00 pm) on Thursday. All teachers will be available to meet with you for conferences during the times listed above. If a teacher shares multiple buildings, she may have a different time schedule which should have been communicated previously. There will be a "check-in" table located in the hallway leading to the main gym. We ask that all parents and students stop at the check-in table when you first arrive for conferences. At the check-in table you will receive a copy of the students schedule and report cards as well as a copy of your child's most recent Iowa Assessment results. (*This year House 6-1 core teachers will continue with student led conferences. If your child is in House 6-1 you should have received information relating to the specifics of this schedule. Conferences will be held in Mrs. Jones' classroom (U-202).) Visit our Jefferson book fair during conferences! We also will provide assistance for those who would like to receive updates on their student's grades and school announcements from PowerSchool.

7) Girls Dance will have a dance competition at Roosevelt today at 5 p.m.

8) Young Citizen's Forum Summit will be held on Tuesday, Feb 17th. The following students will be participating in the summit at NICC. They have spent the past several months studying local, national, and international issues. They will be out of the building from 9 AM until 1:30 PM. (6th grade: Andrew Anderson, Davonte Balyati, Travis Bries, Caleb Brothers, Taylor Cota, Matthew Fonck, Alex Frapolli, Michelle Hames, Morgan Hess, Caleb Heims, Alec Nissen, Bevin Olson, Quiana Sabers, Myisha Sharkey, Nick Standorf, Maddie Wright) (7th grade: Emma Decker, Emma Gilles, Jackie Mootz, Max Schumacher) 8th grade: Delano Cain, Isaac Cretsinger, Allison Klein, Brandon Little, Trinity Massey, Mary Mueller, Ashlynn Mullen, Morgan Ostrander, Bernice Spivey, Ted Spring, Vera Weis)

9) Sports Today - Boys Gold Basketball...Jefferson Gold vs. Mazzuchelli Gold. 7th grade at Mazzuchelli and 8th grade at Jefferson; both games begin at 4 p.m.

Friday, February 13, 2015 - Day A

Student Announcements - Friday, February 13, 2015 - Day A

1) Hempstead strength and conditioning coach, Nathan Oswalt is hosting a free “middle school strength clinic”. Any 7th or 8th grade boy or girl is welcome to attend. Session begin at 6 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays. See Mr. Hatcher for more details or ask your homebase teacher.

2) It is time again for the Box Top contest. This is a reminder for students to bring in box tops . The contest will run until February 20th. There is containers in each Home Room. The Home Room that receives 1st place will be awarded a pizza party and 2nd place will have ice cream treats.

3) Congratulations to our January Students of the Month! H6-1: Alec Nissen & Isaac Nissen; H6-2: Taylor Cota & Ella Heim; H7-1: Erica Brimeyer & Gage Reynolds; H7-2: Carissa Elskamp & Gabby Liptak; H8-1: Marvin Oberbroeckling & Randa Oltmanns; H8-2: Brandon Doser & Grace Tupper. https://www.smore.com/xmk92

4) Are you between the ages of 13-17? How would you like to earn $1,000 this summer? Future Talk is a program of diverse youth expanding and strengthening the community through work in the outdoors, working with local partners, environmental literacy, and service to the community. Financial literacy and employment workshops are offered to each participant to help youth reach their highest potential. Applications are available for pick up at the Multicultural Family Center or on their website: mfcdbq.org and are due by March 15, 2015.

5) YOU ARE INVITED…HAVE SOME SOCCER FUN at the 1ST ANNUAL HEMPSTEAD YOUTH SOCCER CLINIC; presented by Hempstead Men’s Soccer Team. All boys and girls in Elementary and Middle school are invited to attend at the Hempstead High School North Gym. Wear tennis shoes and shin guards please. This takes place on Saturday, March 14, 2015; check-in at 9:00 a.m. and clinic begins at 9:30 a.m. and ends at 11:30 a.m. The MVC-conference ranked Hempstead Men’s Soccer team will train with the future soccer stars on shooting, dribbling, passing, and other soccer skills in a fun environment. Cost of registration will be $20 for per player, walk-ins are welcome. Registrations received by March 4, 2015, will receive a prize upon check-in. Stop by the main office for a registration form. Pizza will be served with the soccer team from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.; parents/family are also welcome to attend; cost for this is $5 per person!

6) Parent/Student/Teacher conferences are coming soon! Mark your calendars...Wednesday, February 25th from 3:30pm - 8:00pm - Regular School Day; Thursday, February 26th from 9:00am - 2:00 pm - No School; Thursday, February 26th from 3:00pm - 7:30pm - No School. We do not schedule conferences at specific times for the majority of our students*. Instead, we encourage you to come at a date/time that works best for you and your family. We encourage you to arrive at least 30 minutes prior to the end of a conference session so you are able to meet with all of your child's teachers. Teachers will be in the main gym for conferences on Wednesday and for the second session on Thursday. Teachers will be in their classrooms during the first session (9:00 am- 2:00 pm) on Thursday. All teachers will be available to meet with you for conferences during the times listed above. If a teacher shares multiple buildings, she may have a different time schedule which should have been communicated previously. There will be a "check-in" table located in the hallway leading to the main gym. We ask that all parents and students stop at the check-in table when you first arrive for conferences. At the check-in table you will receive a copy of the students schedule and report cards as well as a copy of your child's most recent Iowa Assessment results. (*This year House 6-1 core teachers will continue with student led conferences. If your child is in House 6-1 you should have received information relating to the specifics of this schedule. Conferences will be held in Mrs. Jones' classroom (U-202).) Visit our Jefferson book fair during conferences! We also will provide assistance for those who would like to receive updates on their student's grades and school announcements from PowerSchool.

7) Are you interested in cheerleading? Hempstead Cheer Leading will be having a Cheer Clinic on Saturday, March 7th from 1-4 PM. The cost is $35 which includes a shirt, bow, and snacks. Learn jump techniques, proper movement for cheers, basic stunting techniques, and much more. This clinic is open to students in 6th, 7th, and 8th grades! This clinic is not part of tryouts for cheer leading. For more information or to sign up, see Mr. Hatcher in the main office or contact Hempstead High School. Registration is due by Friday, February 13th!

8) Our MathCounts team participated in the regional competition at Washington Middle School on Saturday, Feb 6th. Thank you to Coach Henry for working with our team. Team members included: Carly Dalberg, Samantha Fiegen, Cole Heim, Hannah Kramer, Morgan Ostrander, Vera Weis, Tristan Miller, & Sami Clark. Samantha Fiegen will be moving on to the state competition as an individual.

9) Young Citizen's Forum Summit will be held on Tuesday, Feb 17th. The following students will be participating in the summit at NICC. They have spent the past several months studying local, national, and international issues. They will be out of the building from 9 AM until 1:30 PM. (6th grade: Andrew Anderson, Davonte Balyati, Travis Bries, Caleb Brothers, Taylor Cota, Matthew Fonck, Alex Frapolli, Michelle Hames, Morgan Hess, Caleb Heims, Alec Nissen, Bevin Olson, Quiana Sabers, Myisha Sharkey, Nick Standorf, Maddie Wright) (7th grade: Emma Decker, Emma Gilles, Jackie Mootz, Max Schumacher) 8th grade: Delano Cain, Isaac Cretsinger, Allison Klein, Brandon Little, Trinity Massey, Mary Mueller, Ashlynn Mullen, Morgan Ostrander, Bernice Spivey, Ted Spring, Vera Weis)

10) Sports Today - Boys Red Basketball...Jefferson Red vs. Roosevelt Black. 7th grade at Roosevelt and 8th grade at Jefferson; both games begin at 4 p.m.

11) Birthdays Today - February 14th...Kirsten Mitchell. February 15th...Kelli Carter, Deonte Howard.

12) Happy early Valentine’s Day HillHawks! Every Hillhawk should have received a Valentine from a Staff member of Jefferson Middle School! Have a great day, you just can’t hide that HillHawk Pride!

Thursday, February 12, 2015 - Day B

Student Announcements - Thursday, February 12, 2015 - Day B

1) Hempstead strength and conditioning coach, Nathan Oswalt is hosting a free “middle school strength clinic”. Any 7th or 8th grade boy or girl is welcome to attend. Session begin at 6 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays. See Mr. Hatcher for more details or ask your homebase teacher.

2) It is time again for the Box Top contest. This is a reminder for students to bring in box tops . The contest will run until February 20th. There is containers in each Home Room. The Home Room that receives 1st place will be awarded a pizza party and 2nd place will have ice cream treats.

3) Girls Dance Team will have a performance today during boys basketball game.

4) Congratulations to our January Students of the Month! H6-1: Alec Nissen & Isaac Nissen; H6-2: Taylor Cota & Ella Heim; H7-1: Erica Brimeyer & Gage Reynolds; H7-2: Carissa Elskamp & Gabby Liptak; H8-1: Marvin Oberbroeckling & Randa Oltmanns; H8-2: Brandon Doser & Grace Tupper. https://www.smore.com/xmk92

5) Are you between the ages of 13-17? How would you like to earn $1,000 this summer? Future Talk is a program of diverse youth expanding and strengthening the community through work in the outdoors, working with local partners, environmental literacy, and service to the community. Financial literacy and employment workshops are offered to each participant to help youth reach their highest potential. Applications are available for pick up at the Multicultural Family Center or on their website: mfcdbq.org and are due by March 15, 2015.

6) YOU ARE INVITED…HAVE SOME SOCCER FUN at the 1ST ANNUAL HEMPSTEAD YOUTH SOCCER CLINIC; presented by Hempstead Men’s Soccer Team. All boys and girls in Elementary and Middle school are invited to attend at the Hempstead High School North Gym. Wear tennis shoes and shin guards please. This takes place on Saturday, March 14, 2015; check-in at 9:00 a.m. and clinic begins at 9:30 a.m. and ends at 11:30 a.m. The MVC-conference ranked Hempstead Men’s Soccer team will train with the future soccer stars on shooting, dribbling, passing, and other soccer skills in a fun environment. Cost of registration will be $20 for per player, walk-ins are welcome. Registrations received by March 4, 2015, will receive a prize upon check-in. Stop by the main office for a registration form. Pizza will be served with the soccer team from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.; parents/family are also welcome to attend; cost for this is $5 per person!

7) Parent/Student/Teacher conferences are coming soon! Mark your calendars...Wednesday, February 25th from 3:30pm - 8:00pm - Regular School Day; Thursday, February 26th from 9:00am - 2:00 pm - No School; Thursday, February 26th from 3:00pm - 7:30pm - No School. We do not schedule conferences at specific times for the majority of our students*. Instead, we encourage you to come at a date/time that works best for you and your family. We encourage you to arrive at least 30 minutes prior to the end of a conference session so you are able to meet with all of your child's teachers. Teachers will be in the main gym for conferences on Wednesday and for the second session on Thursday. Teachers will be in their classrooms during the first session (9:00 am- 2:00 pm) on Thursday. All teachers will be available to meet with you for conferences during the times listed above. If a teacher shares multiple buildings, she may have a different time schedule which should have been communicated previously. There will be a "check-in" table located in the hallway leading to the main gym. We ask that all parents and students stop at the check-in table when you first arrive for conferences. At the check-in table you will receive a copy of the students schedule and report cards as well as a copy of your child's most recent Iowa Assessment results. (*This year House 6-1 core teachers will continue with student led conferences. If your child is in House 6-1 you should have received information relating to the specifics of this schedule. Conferences will be held in Mrs. Jones' classroom (U-202).) Visit our Jefferson book fair during conferences! We also will provide assistance for those who would like to receive updates on their student's grades and school announcements from PowerSchool.

8) Are you interested in cheerleading? Hempstead Cheer Leading will be having a Cheer Clinic on Saturday, March 7th from 1-4 PM. The cost is $35 which includes a shirt, bow, and snacks. Learn jump techniques, proper movement for cheers, basic stunting techniques, and much more. This clinic is open to students in 6th, 7th, and 8th grades! This clinic is not part of tryouts for cheer leading. For more information or to sign up, see Mr. Hatcher in the main office or contact Hempstead High School. Registration is due by Friday, February 13th!

9) Our MathCounts team participated in the regional competition at Washington Middle School on Saturday, Feb 6th. Thank you to Coach Henry for working with our team. Team members included: Carly Dalberg, Samantha Fiegen, Cole Heim, Hannah Kramer, Morgan Ostrander, Vera Weis, Tristan Miller, & Sami Clark. Samantha Fiegen will be moving on to the state competition as an individual.

10) Young Citizen's Forum Summit will be held on Tuesday, Feb 17th. The following students will be participating in the summit at NICC. They have spent the past several months studying local, national, and international issues. They will be out of the building from 9 AM until 1:30 PM. (6th grade: Andrew Anderson, Davonte Balyati, Travis Bries, Caleb Brothers, Taylor Cota, Matthew Fonck, Alex Frapolli, Michelle Hames, Morgan Hess, Caleb Heims, Alec Nissen, Bevin Olson, Quiana Sabers, Myisha Sharkey, Nick Standorf, Maddie Wright) (7th grade: Emma Decker, Emma Gilles, Jackie Mootz, Max Schumacher) 8th grade: Delano Cain, Isaac Cretsinger, Allison Klein, Brandon Little, Trinity Massey, Mary Mueller, Ashlynn Mullen, Morgan Ostrander, Bernice Spivey, Ted Spring, Vera Weis)

11) Sports Today - Boys Gold Basketball...Jefferson Gold vs. Drexler Red. 7th grade at Jefferson and 8th grade at Drexler; both games begin at 4 p.m.

12) Birthdays Today - February 12th...Emilee Heims, Jahiem Turner.

Wednesday, February 11, 2015 - Day A

Student Announcements - Wednesday, February 11, 2015 - Day A

1) Hempstead strength and conditioning coach, Nathan Oswalt is hosting a free “middle school strength clinic”. Any 7th or 8th grade boy or girl is welcome to attend. Session begin at 6 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays. See Mr. Hatcher for more details or ask your homebase teacher.

2) Congratulations to all students who made 100 pacers in January. All students received an exclusive 100 Pacer backpack. Here is a list of our students who ran 100 PACERS or more in January: (Ben Hermiston 8-1 (100); Sean Bradley 8-1 (100); Savoy Williams 8-2 (104); Jake Mauer 8-2 (102); Dethan Moore 8-2 (112); Jackson Bradley 6-1 (102); TJ Fowler 6-1 (100); Aidan Dunne 6-1 (100)).

3) It is time again for the Box Top contest. This is a reminder for students to bring in box tops . The contest will run until February 20th. There is containers in each Home Room. The Home Room that receives 1st place will be awarded a pizza party and 2nd place will have ice cream treats.

4) Congratulations to our January Students of the Month! H6-1: Alec Nissen & Isaac Nissen; H6-2: Taylor Cota & Ella Heim; H7-1: Erica Brimeyer & Gage Reynolds; H7-2: Carissa Elskamp & Gabby Liptak; H8-1: Marvin Oberbroeckling & Randa Oltmanns; H8-2: Brandon Doser & Grace Tupper. https://www.smore.com/xmk92

5) Are you between the ages of 13-17? How would you like to earn $1,000 this summer? Future Talk is a program of diverse youth expanding and strengthening the community through work in the outdoors, working with local partners, environmental literacy, and service to the community. Financial literacy and employment workshops are offered to each participant to help youth reach their highest potential. Applications are available for pick up at the Multicultural Family Center or on their website: mfcdbq.org and are due by March 15, 2015.

6) YOU ARE INVITED…HAVE SOME SOCCER FUN at the 1ST ANNUAL HEMPSTEAD YOUTH SOCCER CLINIC; presented by Hempstead Men’s Soccer Team. All boys and girls in Elementary and Middle school are invited to attend at the Hempstead High School North Gym. Wear tennis shoes and shin guards please. This takes place on Saturday, March 14, 2015; check-in at 9:00 a.m. and clinic begins at 9:30 a.m. and ends at 11:30 a.m. The MVC-conference ranked Hempstead Men’s Soccer team will train with the future soccer stars on shooting, dribbling, passing, and other soccer skills in a fun environment. Cost of registration will be $20 for per player, walk-ins are welcome. Registrations received by March 4, 2015, will receive a prize upon check-in. Stop by the main office for a registration form. Pizza will be served with the soccer team from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.; parents/family are also welcome to attend; cost for this is $5 per person!

7) Parent/Student/Teacher conferences are coming soon! Mark your calendars...Wednesday, February 25th from 3:30pm - 8:00pm - Regular School Day; Thursday, February 26th from 9:00am - 2:00 pm - No School; Thursday, February 26th from 3:00pm - 7:30pm - No School. We do not schedule conferences at specific times for the majority of our students*. Instead, we encourage you to come at a date/time that works best for you and your family. We encourage you to arrive at least 30 minutes prior to the end of a conference session so you are able to meet with all of your child's teachers. Teachers will be in the main gym for conferences on Wednesday and for the second session on Thursday. Teachers will be in their classrooms during the first session (9:00 am- 2:00 pm) on Thursday. All teachers will be available to meet with you for conferences during the times listed above. If a teacher shares multiple buildings, she may have a different time schedule which should have been communicated previously. There will be a "check-in" table located in the hallway leading to the main gym. We ask that all parents and students stop at the check-in table when you first arrive for conferences. At the check-in table you will receive a copy of the students schedule and report cards as well as a copy of your child's most recent Iowa Assessment results. (*This year House 6-1 core teachers will continue with student led conferences. If your child is in House 6-1 you should have received information relating to the specifics of this schedule. Conferences will be held in Mrs. Jones' classroom (U-202).) Visit our Jefferson book fair during conferences! We also will provide assistance for those who would like to receive updates on their student's grades and school announcements from PowerSchool.

8) Are you interested in cheerleading? Hempstead Cheer Leading will be having a Cheer Clinic on Saturday, March 7th from 1-4 PM. The cost is $35 which includes a shirt, bow, and snacks. Learn jump techniques, proper movement for cheers, basic stunting techniques, and much more. This clinic is open to students in 6th, 7th, and 8th grades! This clinic is not part of tryouts for cheer leading. For more information or to sign up, see Mr. Hatcher in the main office or contact Hempstead High School. Registration is due by Friday, February 13th!

9) Birthdays Today - February 11th...Hannah Oestreich, Alex Shaffer, Erin Weigman.

10) Our MathCounts team participated in the regional competition at Washington Middle School on Saturday, Feb 6th. Thank you to Coach Henry for working with our team. Team members included: Carly Dalberg, Samantha Fiegen, Cole Heim, Hannah Kramer, Morgan Ostrander, Vera Weis, Tristan Miller, & Sami Clark. Samantha Fiegen will be moving on to the state competition as an individual.

11) Young Citizen's Forum Summit will be held on Tuesday, Feb 17th. The following students will be participating in the summit at NICC. They have spent the past several months studying local, national, and international issues. They will be out of the building from 9 AM until 1:30 PM. (6th grade: Andrew Anderson, Davonte Balyati, Travis Bries, Caleb Brothers, Taylor Cota, Matthew Fonck, Alex Frapolli, Michelle Hames, Morgan Hess, Caleb Heims, Alec Nissen, Bevin Olson, Quiana Sabers, Myisha Sharkey, Nick Standorf, Maddie Wright) (7th grade: Emma Decker, Emma Gilles, Jackie Mootz, Max Schumacher) 8th grade: Delano Cain, Isaac Cretsinger, Allison Klein, Brandon Little, Trinity Massey, Mary Mueller, Ashlynn Mullen, Morgan Ostrander, Bernice Spivey, Ted Spring, Vera Weis)

Tuesday, February 10, 2015 - Day B

Tuesday, February 10, 2015 - Day B

1) Hempstead strength and conditioning coach, Nathan Oswalt is hosting a free “middle school strength clinic”. Any 7th or 8th grade boy or girl is welcome to attend. Session begin at 6 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays. See Mr. Hatcher for more details or ask your homebase teacher.

2) Girls Dance will be performing at the boys basketball game today.

3) It is time again for the Box Top contest. This is a reminder for students to bring in box tops . The contest will run until February 12th. There is containers in each Home Room. The Home Room that receives 1st place will be awarded a pizza party and 2nd place will have ice cream treats.

4) Congratulations to our January Students of the Month! H6-1: Alec Nissen & Isaac Nissen; H6-2: Taylor Cota & Ella Heim; H7-1: Erica Brimeyer & Gage Reynolds; H7-2: Carissa Elskamp & Gabby Liptak; H8-1: Marvin Oberbroeckling & Randa Oltmanns; H8-2: Brandon Doser & Grace Tupper. https://www.smore.com/xmk92

5) Are you between the ages of 13-17? How would you like to earn $1,000 this summer? Future Talk is a program of diverse youth expanding and strengthening the community through work in the outdoors, working with local partners, environmental literacy, and service to the community. Financial literacy and employment workshops are offered to each participant to help youth reach their highest potential. Applications are available for pick up at the Multicultural Family Center or on their website: mfcdbq.org and are due by March 15, 2015.

6) Sports Today - Jefferson Boys Red Basketball...Jefferson Red vs. Roosevelt Purple. 7th grade at Roosevelt and 8th grade at Jefferson; both games begin at 4 p.m.

7) Parent/Student/Teacher conferences are coming soon! Mark your calendars...Wednesday, February 25th from 3:30pm - 8:00pm - Regular School Day; Thursday, February 26th from 9:00am - 2:00 pm - No School; Thursday, February 26th from 3:00pm - 7:30pm - No School. We do not schedule conferences at specific times for the majority of our students*. Instead, we encourage you to come at a date/time that works best for you and your family. We encourage you to arrive at least 30 minutes prior to the end of a conference session so you are able to meet with all of your child's teachers. Teachers will be in the main gym for conferences on Wednesday and for the second session on Thursday. Teachers will be in their classrooms during the first session (9:00 am- 2:00 pm) on Thursday. All teachers will be available to meet with you for conferences during the times listed above. If a teacher shares multiple buildings, she may have a different time schedule which should have been communicated previously. There will be a "check-in" table located in the hallway leading to the main gym. We ask that all parents and students stop at the check-in table when you first arrive for conferences. At the check-in table you will receive a copy of the students schedule and report cards as well as a copy of your child's most recent Iowa Assessment results. (*This year House 6-1 core teachers will continue with student led conferences. If your child is in House 6-1 you should have received information relating to the specifics of this schedule. Conferences will be held in Mrs. Jones' classroom (U-202).) Visit our Jefferson book fair during conferences! We also will provide assistance for those who would like to receive updates on their student's grades and school announcements from PowerSchool.

8) Are you interested in cheerleading? Hempstead Cheer Leading will be having a Cheer Clinic on Saturday, March 7th from 1-4 PM. The cost is $35 which includes a shirt, bow, and snacks. Learn jump techniques, proper movement for cheers, basic stunting techniques, and much more. This clinic is open to students in 6th, 7th, and 8th grades! This clinic is not part of tryouts for cheer leading. For more information or to sign up, see Mr. Hatcher in the main office or contact Hempstead High School. Registration is due by Friday, February 13th!

Monday, February 9, 2015 - Day A

Student Announcements - Monday, February 9, 2015 - Day A

1) Hempstead strength and conditioning coach, Nathan Oswalt is hosting a free “middle school strength clinic”. Any 7th or 8th grade boy or girl is welcome to attend. Session begin at 6 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays. See Mr. Hatcher for more details or ask your homebase teacher.

2) Girls Dance has practice today.

3) It is time again for the Box Top contest. This is a reminder for students to bring in box tops . The contest will run from February 9th to the 12th. There is containers in each Home Room. The Home Room that receives 1st place will be awarded a pizza party and 2nd place will have ice cream treats.

4) Congratulations to our January Students of the Month! H6-1: Alec Nissen & Isaac Nissen; H6-2: Taylor Cota & Ella Heim; H7-1: Erica Brimeyer & Gage Reynolds; H7-2: Carissa Elskamp & Gabby Liptak; H8-1: Marvin Oberbroeckling & Randa Oltmanns; H8-2: Brandon Doser & Grace Tupper. https://www.smore.com/xmk92

5) Are you between the ages of 13-17? How would you like to earn $1,000 this summer? Future Talk is a program of diverse youth expanding and strengthening the community through work in the outdoors, working with local partners, environmental literacy, and service to the community. Financial literacy and employment workshops are offered to each participant to help youth reach their highest potential. Applications are available for pick up at the Multicultural Family Center or on their website: mfcdbq.org and are due by March 15, 2015.

6) Birthdays Today - February 9th...Katelynn Harvey.

7) Parent/Student/Teacher conferences are coming soon! Mark your calendars...Wednesday, February 25th from 3:30pm - 8:00pm - Regular School Day; Thursday, February 26th from 9:00am - 2:00 pm - No School; Thursday, February 26th from 3:00pm - 7:30pm - No School. We do not schedule conferences at specific times for the majority of our students*. Instead, we encourage you to come at a date/time that works best for you and your family. We encourage you to arrive at least 30 minutes prior to the end of a conference session so you are able to meet with all of your child's teachers. Teachers will be in the main gym for conferences on Wednesday and for the second session on Thursday. Teachers will be in their classrooms during the first session (9:00 am- 2:00 pm) on Thursday. All teachers will be available to meet with you for conferences during the times listed above. If a teacher shares multiple buildings, she may have a different time schedule which should have been communicated previously. There will be a "check-in" table located in the hallway leading to the main gym. We ask that all parents and students stop at the check-in table when you first arrive for conferences. At the check-in table you will receive a copy of the students schedule and report cards as well as a copy of your child's most recent Iowa Assessment results. (*This year House 6-1 core teachers will continue with student led conferences. If your child is in House 6-1 you should have received information relating to the specifics of this schedule. Conferences will be held in Mrs. Jones' classroom (U-202).) Visit our Jefferson book fair during conferences! We also will provide assistance for those who would like to receive updates on their student's grades and school announcements from PowerSchool.

8) Winter Games...Jefferson Middle School Special Olympians participated in the Iowa Winter Games at Sundown Mountain on January 12th and 13th. These athletes competed in the 100m and 500m cross country skiing events and received these awards: Payton Gibson- 1st place in the 500m, 2nd place in the 100m Simeon Johnson- 1st place in the 500m, 1st place in the 100m Ben Lahey- 2nd place in the 500m, 2nd place in the 100m Darrell Powell- 2nd place in the 500m, 1st place in the 100m Jamie Thill- 1st place in the 100m Ane Torres-Rogers- 2nd place in the 500m, 1st place in the 100m Michaela Ward- 3rd place in the 500m, 2nd place in the 100m. Basketball...The Jefferson Special Olympic Team traveled to North Scott Junior High in Eldridge, IA on January 24th to compete at the district 3 on 3 basketball competition. The athletes who competed were Anselina Jabwa, Ben Lahey, Ane Torres-Rogers, Jamie Thill, Payton Gibson, Michaela Ward, Dominic Jones, and Colin Edberg. The teams received 1st and 2nd place. Great job Hillhawks on both competitions!!

9) Jefferson's Boys Red Basketball game that was canceled on February 2nd will be made up on Friday, February 20th.

Jefferson Site Council All parents and students are invited to attend our next Site Council meeting. ​Here is a list of agenda items for our February 9th Site Council meeting. The list is long and we might not get to everything. We are interested in feedback on how to improve the following events. 1. Parent Teacher Conferences 2. 5th Grade Orientation in April 3. 8th Grade Registration for High School Other Items for Discussion 1. Proposed Calendar for 2015-2016 2. Box Top Fundraiser 3. Discount Card Fundraiser 4. Positive Behavior Intervention Supports 5. School Funding 6. Teacher Leadership Initiative Hope to see you at our meeting on February 9th at 5:30 pm in the Jefferson Library.

Thursday, February 5, 2015 - Day B

Student Announcements - Thursday, February 5, 2015 - Day B

1) Hempstead strength and conditioning coach, Nathan Oswalt is hosting a free “middle school strength clinic”. Any 7th or 8th grade boy or girl is welcome to attend. Session begin at 6 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays. See Mr. Hatcher for more details or ask your homebase teacher.

2) Girls Dance will be performing at tonight's basketball game.

3) Sports Today - Boys Red Basketball...Jefferson Red vs. Mazzuchelli Gold. 7th grade at Jefferson and 8th grade at Mazzuchelli; both games begin at 4 p.m.

4) Birthdays Today - February 5th...Nathan Blackburn, Dethan Moore. February 6th...Ashtan Carner, Elijiah Herrion, Dallas Link, Monica Zuniga. February 7th...Ella Kane.

5) Teens Tackling Tough Topics is a great opportunity for teens to discuss social pressures and other issues teens face today in a safe and welcoming place. Potential field trips activities and team building games will take place at each meeting. Sign up through LEAP today, the club will meet every Tuesday and Thursday through the end of February.

6) Any 8th graders that didn't go to the High School Open Houses on Monday, January 29th please see Mrs. Schroeder in Guidance.

7) It is time again for the Box Top contest. This is a reminder for students to bring in box tops . The contest will run from February 9th to the 12th. We will get containers to each Home Room before the contest begins and we will have a first and second place winners. 1st place HR will be awarded a pizza party and 2nd place will have ice cream treats.

8) Congratulations to our January Students of the Month! H6-1: Alec Nissen & Isaac Nissen; H6-2: Taylor Cota & Ella Heim; H7-1: Erica Brimeyer & Gage Reynolds; H7-2: Carissa Elskamp & Gabby Liptak; H8-1: Marvin Oberbroeckling & Randa Oltmanns; H8-2: Brandon Doser & Grace Tupper. https://www.smore.com/xmk92

9) Are you between the ages of 13-17? How would you like to earn $1,000 this summer? Future Talk is a program of diverse youth expanding and strengthening the community through work in the outdoors, working with local partners, environmental literacy, and service to the community. Financial literacy and employment workshops are offered to each participant to help youth reach their highest potential. Applications are available for pick up at the Multicultural Family Center or on their website: mfcdbq.org and are due by March 15, 2015.

10)The following 7th grade students will be out of the building today, February 5th for Green Dot training. (From 7-1...Jessica Droessler, Madison Keck, Andrea Longstreet, Keiyon Norman, Caleb Perreard, Trenton Sanchez, Douglas Saunders, Amaya Schwartz, Erin Weigman) (From 7-2...Adeline Cohen, Colton Davis, Gwen Dunlap, Dwain Enoch, Saffery Kiotak, Daquon Lewis, Levil Neal, Rachel Reavis, Catherine Schueller, Derrik Welton, Jamie Wuertzer)

Dance Marathon We are pleased to announce that we were able to donate just under $800 to the Loras Dance Marathon from the proceeds of our Dance in January. This contribution will be given to the Iowa Children's Hospital in Iowa City in memory of DeMarkel Williams an 8th grader here at Jefferson. Thank you to all of the students that donated to this cause.

Wednesday, February 4, 2015 - Day A

Student Announcements - Wednesday, February 4, 2015 - Day A

1) Hempstead strength and conditioning coach, Nathan Oswalt is hosting a free “middle school strength clinic”. Any 7th or 8th grade boy or girl is welcome to attend. Session begin at 6 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays. See Mr. Hatcher for more details or ask your homebase teacher.

2) Chess Club will meet today from 3-4 p.m.

3) Sports Today - Boys Gold Basketball...Jefferson Gold vs. Washington White. 7th grade at Washington and 8th grade at Jefferson; both games begin at 4 p.m.

4) Birthdays Today - February 4th...Zachary Smith.

5) Teens Tackling Tough Topics is a great opportunity for teens to discuss social pressures and other issues teens face today in a safe and welcoming place. Potential field trips activities and team building games will take place at each meeting. Sign up through LEAP today, the club will meet every Tuesday and Thursday through the end of February.

6) Any 8th graders that didn't go to the High School Open Houses on Monday, January 29th please see Mrs. Schroeder in Guidance.

7) It is time again for the Box Top contest. This is a reminder for students to bring in box tops . The contest will run from February 9th to the 12th. We will get containers to each Home Room before the contest begins and we will have a first and second place winners. 1st place HR will be awarded a pizza party and 2nd place will have ice cream treats.

8) Congratulations to our January Students of the Month! H6-1: Alec Nissen & Isaac Nissen; H6-2: Taylor Cota & Ella Heim; H7-1: Erica Brimeyer & Gage Reynolds; H7-2: Carissa Elskamp & Gabby Liptak; H8-1: Marvin Oberbroeckling & Randa Oltmanns; H8-2: Brandon Doser & Grace Tupper. https://www.smore.com/xmk92

9) Are you between the ages of 13-17? How would you like to earn $1,000 this summer? Future Talk is a program of diverse youth expanding and strengthening the community through work in the outdoors, working with local partners, environmental literacy, and service to the community. Financial literacy and employment workshops are offered to each participant to help youth reach their highest potential. Applications are available for pick up at the Multicultural Family Center or on their website: mfcdbq.org and are due by March 15, 2015.

10)The following 7th grade students will be out of the building on Thursday, February 5th for Green Dot training. (From 7-1...Jessica Droessler, Madison Keck, Andrea Longstreet, Keiyon Norman, Caleb Perreard, Trenton Sanchez, Douglas Saunders, Amaya Schwartz, Erin Weigman) (From 7-2...Adeline Cohen, Colton Davis, Gwen Dunlap, Dwain Enoch, Saffery Kiotak, Daquon Lewis, Levil Neal, Rachel Reavis, Catherine Schueller, Derrik Welton, Jamie Wuertzer)

Dance Marathon We are pleased to announce that we were able to donate just under $800 to the Loras Dance Marathon from the proceeds of our Dance in January. This contribution will be given to the Iowa Children's Hospital in Iowa City in memory of DeMarkel Williams an 8th grader here at Jefferson. Thank you to all of the students that donated to this cause.

Tuesday, February 3, 2015 - Day B

Student Announcements - Tuesday, February 3, 2015 - Day B

1) Hempstead strength and conditioning coach, Nathan Oswalt is hosting a free “middle school strength clinic”. Any 7th or 8th grade boy or girl is welcome to attend. Session begin at 6 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays. See Mr. Hatcher for more details or ask your homebase teacher.

2) Chess Club will meet from 3-4 p.m. on Wednesday, February 4th.

3) Birthdays Today - February 2nd...Hanidin Kamram, Ferdinand Spring.

4) Teens Tackling Tough Topics is a great opportunity for teens to discuss social pressures and other issues teens face today in a safe and welcoming place. Potential field trips activities and team building games will take place at each meeting. Sign up through LEAP today, the club will meet every Tuesday and Thursday through the end of February.

5) Any 8th graders that didn't go to the High School Open Houses on Monday, January 29th please see Mrs. Schroeder in Guidance.

6) It is time again for the Box Top contest. This is a reminder for students to bring in box tops . The contest will run from February 9th to the 12th. We will get containers to each Home Room before the contest begins and we will have a first and second place winners. 1st place HR will be awarded a pizza party and 2nd place will have ice cream treats.

Dance Marathon We are pleased to announce that we were able to donate just under $800 to the Loras Dance Marathon from the proceeds of our Dance in January. This contribution will be given to the Iowa Children's Hospital in Iowa City in memory of DeMarkel Williams an 8th grader here at Jefferson. Thank you to all of the students that donated to this cause.