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Clinton Hague named Middle School Principal of the Year
 Mr. Clinton Hague, principal of the Hallsville Middle School was awarded the 2013 Middle School Principal of the Year for our region of the state at the fall conference of the Missouri Association of Secondary School Principals in Columbia (MASSP). The award is designed to recognize exemplary performance among secondary school principals who have succeeded in providing high-quality learning opportunities for students. General criteria include ensuring the school climate is positive and reflects high staff and student morale, works collaboratively with teachers and other staff, involves the community in the life of the school, and demonstrates creativity and imagination in bringing about positive change. Dr. Jim King, Executive Director of MASSP stated that the selection was made from more than 600 principals from throughout Missouri. Hague said, "I am honored to receive the award, but it is more a reflection of the team of people I work with on a daily basis."
(L:R) Jamie Jordan, Brittany Woods MS; Shane Dublin, Bolivar MS; Richard Sullivan, East Carter MS; Jana Thornsberry, Sullivan MS; Clint Hague, Hallsville MS; and Bryan Weyrauch, John Boise MS
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November Character Education Word:
The holiday season is quickly approaching. With the rush of things demanding our time and attention during the holidays, it is easy to overlook things in our lives that we value. During this month, initiate conversations with your child about specific things and ways for which they can show gratitude. It is good reminder for all of us. |
Accredited with Distinction
By: John Robertson, Superintendent
The Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education has designated the Hallsville R-IV School District fully Accredited with Distinction in Performance. The coveted "Distinction in Performance" moniker, the highest level awarded by the state, indicates that the district demonstrates high academic achievement. To qualify for recognition, a K-12 district must meet at least 13 of 14 performance indicators in areas such as state testing, attendance rates, graduation rates, average ACT scores, etc. Hallsville has earned a perfect score of 14 points in six of the last seven years, and earned a 13 in 2007. To learn more about Missouri accreditation and districts who received the Accredited with Distinction in Performance designation, please visit the DESE web site. |
 Karen Jimerson, Principal
The Parents as Teachers Program is sponsoring "The Top Ten To-Do's of Discipline" Thursday, November 8th at 6:00 pm in the Primary Commons. Velda McKenzie is the presenter and is a certified instructor in Conscious Discipline, an emotional intelligence program consisting of strategies for responding, rather than reacting, to life events and strengthening social-emotional life skills. It is specifically designed to provide parents with the conscious awareness and tools needed to create safe, connected and problem-solving homes, focusing on creating cooperation, conflict resolution, and composure for parents who face the overwhelming challenges of raising children today. Free childcare will be provided. If you plan to attend, please contact the PAT office at 696-5512, ext. 631 to reserve your seat. There is no charge for this program and all are welcome to attend.
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 A Special Visitor
Hunter Scott, a kindergarten student at Hallsville, received a surprise visit from his brother, Nick Scott on Friday. Nick is a Operations Specialist (OS3) with the United States Navy, stationed in Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. Nick serves on the USS Russell DDG59 and flew in for a visit. It was Hunter's first time to see his brother in seven months. After the initial surprise, Nick visited with the rest of the class about life on a naval ship and the different countries he has visited during his tour.
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 Stacy Fick, Principal
Make plans now to attend our annual Thanksgiving feast. It is open to all members of the community on Wednesday, November 7th from 11:15 AM to 12:15 PM. Please RSVP as soon as possible so we can prepare enough. The cost is $2.50.
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Gravy and Grandparents
More than 400 grandparents participated in our annual "Gravy and Grandparents" breakfast at the Primary and Intermediate Schools. Click on the video link below for the full story.  | | Gravy and Grandparents |
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Clinton Hague, Principal
The fall sports athletic awards ceremony was held Sunday afternoon. At the ceremony, student athletes were presented awards and honors received from their coaches and their team mates. Each coach spoke about the season records and made comments from their performances. The ceremony was followed with a dessert reception held in the school cafeteria.
Students in Monica Melton's mass media class are currently developing podcasts, an audio recording on different topics. You are encouraged to listen to their work and leave audio feedback by visiting her website.
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 Bob Plourde, Principal
A total of twelve Juniors and Seniors took the ASVAB test this week. November 12-13th, the ACT Plan test, which is a practice test for the ACT exam, will be administered to Sophomores.
Senior pictures will be November 19th and group pictures for the yearbook will be November 20th.
Students enrolled in Erin Snelling's biology classes expanded on previous knowledge gained in the middle school. Knowledge of microscopes was the focus of this lesson, including proper use, care, and the use of slides. This skill will be sharpened as students use the equipment in other labs throughout the year and in other advanced Biology and Anatomy classes.
 Biology teacher Erin Snelling adds a dye to a slide being viewed by
Cody Hendren while Lee March observes.
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HHS Theater Department Presents:
Into the Woods
Presented:
Friday, November 16th at 7:00 PM
Saturday, November 17th at 2:00 and 7:00 PM
Sunday, November 18th at 2:00 pm.
Find out what happens when your favorite childhood fairy tale characters meet in unusual circumstances.
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Middle School
The 7th/8th grade boys and girls basketball teams opened their season in Mokane on Oct 30th against the Bulldogs of South Callaway.
8th grade girls: Indians 34 Bulldogs 36. Despite the loss, Coach Erin Snelling had this to say, "I am very excited to see what this season has in store for us! This is a great group of girls to work with." Hannah Stephens led the team with 18 points and was 10/11 on free throws and Hannah Ricketts added 10 points. During their second game on the 1st of November, the team defeated North Callaway and come home with a 38 to 9 victory. Hannah Stephens led the team with 13 points, McKenzie Nickerson and Jordan Ohl each added 6 points.
8th grade boys: Indians 28 Bulldogs 52. Graham Moser and Kaylope Lee put in 6 points to led the team in scoring. We play again tomorrow night at Auxvasse again North Callaway. Coach Brian Anderson saw positive things in the game. "We need to stay focused, keep working hard in practice and develop as a team," stated Anderson. During the game against North Callaway, the boys defeated the Thunderbirds with a score of 48 to 17. Cale Dinyer led the team with 16 points and Ethan Thompson added 9 points. I was very pleased with the teams effort.
7th grade girls: Indians 8 Bulldogs 27. Coach Josh Lancaster said, "We struggled with turnovers and missed shots, but I saw some good things that we can build off of at practice." In action in Madison on November 1st, the Indians lost 26 to 12 after taking an early lead and leading at the half.
7th grade boys: Indians 65 Bulldogs 7. The team was led in scoring by Dylan Hendren with 14 points and Alex Wimer with 11 points. Coach Steve McMullin said, "I am very excited to work with this group as they have worked very hard in practice and played with a lot of heart." The team was back in action on Nov 1st as they lost to Madison 32 to 18. The team was led in scoring by Thomas Kabrick with 7 points.
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HHS Cross Country State Results
Submitted by: Coach John Williams
Five members of the Cross Country teams qualified for and ran at the State meet last Saturday in Jefferson City. We had perfect weather, mixed with a great atmosphere at a very challenging course. Our Hallsville athletes ran great, turning in very solid times and capping off what has been a very good season for us. Please congratulate them when you get a chance.
Out of 166 runners in the boys Class 2 race...
Tanner Church, 35th, 18:18
Jonny Null, 81st, 18:49
Out of 155 runners in the girls Class 2 race...
Leah Hicks, 69th, 22:33
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| Upcoming Events: |
Nov 6
High School Athletic Awards
2:00 PM
Election Day
Nov 7
Special Board Meeting
(long range planning)
6:00 PM
Intermediate Thanksgiving Lunch for the community.
Please RSVP.
Nov 8
"Conscious Discipline" program at the Primary Building.
Nov 9
No School
Teacher Professional Development Day
Nov 12
Veterans Day Assemblies
Primary: 8:30 am (in the Commons)
Int and Middle School: 9:30 am
(in the west gym)
Nov 14
Regular Board Meeting
6:00 PM
Nov 16-18
High School Drama Production:
"Into the Woods"
16th - 7 PM
17th - 2 PM & 7 PM
18th - 2 PM |
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