Hallsville R-IV Schools eNewsletter

Issue: 49

January 21, 2014

Welcome to the Hallsville R-IV eNewsletter. Stay in the loop with all of the latest news from Hallsville R-IV School District.

Snow Day Adjustment and 2014-15 District Calendar

As a result of school being canceled on Monday, January 6 and Tuesday, January 7, classes will be in session on the first two listed snow days - Monday, April 21 and Monday, February 17.

The 2014-2015 school year calendar was approved by the Board of Education on January 15. Download the PDF Format here.

Middle School Quiz Bowl

On Saturday, January 18,Coach Lockwood took two Middle School Quiz Bowl teams to the 2014 Tuscumbia Winter Middle School Academic Tournament. Hallsville A went 4-1 in the morning, losing their last preliminary match by only a single toss-up question. They moved on to the championship bracket for the afternoon, finishing with an overall record of 6-3 and taking home the third place trophy out of a field of 18 teams. Placing third in this tournament qualifies Hallsville A for a bid to the Middle School National Academic Quiz Tournaments (NAQT) later this year in Atlanta. Congratulations!

"Doctor on Call"

The Parents As Teachers Program is presenting "Doctor on Call", hosted by local practicing physician, Dr. Kendra Conkright, on Tuesday, January 28 from 6-7 p.m. in the Primary Media Center. She will cover a variety of topics, including childhood illnesses and developmental information. At the conclusion of her presentation, she will also offer a question and answer session. All are welcome, and encouraged, to attend.

HHS Courtwarming

Hallsville High School is inviting the entire Hallsville community to help them celebrate their school and community spirit by participating in their Courtwarming events. Courtwarming 2014 kicks off on Monday, January 27 and ends on Friday night. Please join in one or more of the following events:

Game Events

Wrestling Senior Night on Tuesday, Jan. 28 at 6 p.m. in the North Gym: Varsity vs Fulton and JV vs Helias
JV Girls and Boys Basketball Games on Thursday, Jan. 30 at 6 p.m. in Centralia
Boys JV/Varsity Basketball vs. California on Friday Jan. 31 at 6 p.m. in the West Gym

Courtwarming Coronation

Crowning of the court will take place immediately following the Varsity boys game.

See additional information on Courwarming at the HHS website.

$10 Sports Physicals

Focus on Health will offer $10 sports physicals on Friday, February 21 from 3- 6 p.m. They are located in the Village of Cherry Hill in Columbia on the corner of Merchant and Corona. Student-athletes do need to call to schedule an appointment ahead of time and the number to call is 573-777-5900. All middle and high school students who wish to participate in athletic programs are encouraged to take advantage of this opportunity. Focus on Health will offer this four times throughout the year.

Primary School News

Karen Jimerson, Principal

During our Professional Learning Community (PLC) activities on Friday, our teachers finalized the first draft of a complete unit of instruction. The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education has established specific core standards for each grade level and curricular area, and what we teach each day must be aligned with objectives that are identified in these standards. Grade level teams work together regularly to prepare lessons and assessments that target the appropriate skills and content, and we value this time to learn as a professional team.

Middle School News

Clinton Hague, Principal

Pam Salas was our drawing winner on Thursday, January 16! She is the winner of a pizza party. Congratulations!!

Middle School grade cards were mailed to parents on Friday January 17. Second quarter honor rolls will be announced on the school website.

High School News

Scott Daly, Principal

Congratulations to our latest round of "I Can" award winners! Jacob Crum, Kayla Moore and Steven Hendren were honored last week for their outstanding character traits and work ethic displayed in their Columbia Area Career Center classes. We are proud to have these Hallsville students being recognized for their extra efforts.

January 2014 I Can Award Winners