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Week of October 27, 2025

The Week in Review at HMS: Notes from Dr. Cockley

Week of October 27, 2025

 

Sixth graders are learning to stay smart and safe online! Thanks to Mrs. Kingan for teaching important Digital Literacy lessons on topics like creating secure passwords and protecting personal information.

 

Our 7th and 8th graders brought amazing energy and insight to team reflections on Sense of Belonging (7th grade) and Resilience and Self Advocacy (8th grade)! Thank you, Mrs. Wilkerson, for helping us grow as a community that supports and lifts one another.

 

We’re leaning all the way in to middle school lingo… So how many nights a week should you be reading? 6–7! Love this poster at our middle school media center entrances!

 

Building strength and having fun! HMS students put their core to the test in Health & Wellness class during their Physical Fitness unit!

 

It's Boogie Down Friday in our HMS Kitchen! Fun music, big smiles, and great vibes all around - one student even said, "This is my favorite part of every week!" Thanks to Miss Denise for keeping the energy (and the good tunes) going! Our kitchen crew rocks!!

 

Halloween at HMS! We love seeing so many creative costumes and smiling faces - a perfect mix of fun and school spirit!



 

Important Notes:

 

11/3 Ready Set Relax!

  • Hudson Community First is sponsoring Ready, Set, Relax! on November 3!  This is an evening without homework and limited activities to allow students and families to spend some quality time together! Share how you spend your time together on the Hudson Community First Facebook page for a chance to win a Metropolis Popcorn Gift Card!

 

11/4 POE Day - Empathetic Contributor

  • A reminder for students and staff to wear their Portrait of an Explorer “Why Not?” shirts on Tuesday, 11/4, as a celebration of our entire community of learners!
  • Empathetic Contributor: An Explorer understands and learns from others’ feelings, thoughts,and experiences. An Explorer actively looks for opportunities that improve the lives of others.

 

Reminder for this Week: 11/4 Be Kind and Safe Online Presentation
  • SRO Brian Logue and Detective Tavis Campbell, from the Hudson Police Department, will join us as special guest presenters to speak with students about online safety and digital citizenship, in grade-level assemblies on Tuesday, 11/4. 
  • This proactive and positive program has been tailored for each grade level through collaboration with our school counselors and administrators.
  • This presentation directly supports our Portrait of an Explorer theme that day, of Empathetic Contributor. Our students are learning that their actions in person, and online, affect others. By learning to be safe, respectful, and responsible digital citizens, students practice empathy and actively look for opportunities that improve the lives of others, making their online communities (and their school community) a better place for everyone.

 

Holiday Sharing 2025 - HMS is collecting food items - 10/14 through 11/19  

  • Hudson Middle School is proud to support Holiday Sharing 2025, Hudson’s annual food drive to help local families during the holiday season. 
  • From 10/14-11/19, students are encouraged to bring in non-expired food items or monetary donations to support children and families right here in our Hudson community.
  • NEW THIS YEAR: Each middle school community is collecting a specific food item - click here for the detailed list of requested donations.
  • This is a wonderful opportunity for our students to show kindness, compassion, and community spirit. Thank you for your generosity and for helping make the holidays brighter for local families!

 

11/8 HHS Music Department Mattress Fundraiser

A message from the HHS Music Department: The High School Music Department is holding a Mattress Fundraiser on November 8 from 10am-5pm in the Hudson Middle School Commons. This will help reduce student costs for the HHS Music Department’s Florida trip in March. 

 

11/9 Rugby Clinic

  • An announcement from the Hudson Rugby Club: Hey, Explorers! Ready to try a fun, fast-paced sport? Hudson Rugby Club is hosting a one-day rugby clinic for all middle school boys and girls, whether you've played before or you're just curious! It’s at Malson next Sunday, November 9th, from 12:30-3pm. You will get to learn rugby skills and run drills with our middle school coaches. It'll be a fun afternoon where you can run around, learn a cool sport, and make some new friends! Come check it out! 
  • Registration is through HCER and it only costs $10. Rugby Clinic Flyer 

 

11/20 Thanksgiving Luncheon

  • One of our favorite days of the year is just around the corner! Our annual Thanksgiving Luncheon will be Thursday, 11/20, with extended lunches for each grade.
  • Our wonderful cooks are preparing a traditional feast of roasted turkey, sides, pumpkin cookie, and milk. The student price for this meal is $4.00. This will be the only menu item available that day, so if this menu is not to the student’s liking, please pack a lunch. 
  • The students will be served by their teachers and staff. We will all be entertained by members of our Orchestra! 
  • Hudson senior citizens and grandparents of HMS students are warmly invited to join us for lunch that day. RSVP by 11/13 by calling Penny Tschantz at 330-653-1501 or emailing at tschantp@hudson.k12.oh.us 

 

Interested in Serving as a Substitute? 

  • Our district is actively looking for substitute teachers and staff members to help support our students. If you’ve ever considered stepping into our schools, this is a wonderful way to make a difference in the lives of students and support our community. Even a day or two of your time can have a big impact.
  • We’d love for you to consider joining us - our students (and staff!) would truly appreciate your help! 
  • Now Hiring! Substitute Rates and Information Flyer

 

PeachJar Flyers - For event information about district and community events, please view the latest Peachjar flyers here: HCSD PeachJar Link