Week of September 15, 2025

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

Week of September 15, 2025

 

In our Hands of Gratitude project, students designed heartfelt cards and bags to share our gratitude and express our care for the recipient. Here, this translates to: “We are glad that we could give you a helping hand.”

Want to be part of the change? Explore Hands of Gratitude sponsorship opportunities to help support this powerful program: Hands of Gratitude Sponsorship flyer 

 

Some of our 7th grade students visited McDowell to work alongside two kindergarten classes on a butterfly project! Time outside in the forest, and time learning together!

 

Lego Masters Challenge Day! Adaptive Problem Solver themes connected to our Community Agreements - students had a GREAT day! One shared “I’ve never been so locked in!” :-)

 

6th graders and 3rd graders helped each other solve a math and social studies escape room. Even our Hudson High School Service Learning students were involved!

 

Hands-on history! 8th grade American History students stepped into the bustling world of colonial trade to see how Mother Countries controlled commerce, and how colonies learned to adapt.

 

After reading the book City of Ember, students were provided a behind-the-scenes glimpse of our own “Pipeworks” of Hudson Middle School, with Custodian Paul! Thank you, Mr. Kane, for helping our students make a special connection to the book! 

 

PE classes begin their Football Unit by learning and practicing the step-by-step elements of a consistent football throw! What a beautiful day!

Important Notes:

HMS Announcements - Please feel free to visit this site daily for up-to-date announcements for our students and school!

 

Hands of Gratitude Sponsorship:

• In order to continue the life-changing Hands of Gratitude program that is part of our Service Learning & Careers Course at Hudson Middle School, each year we seek sponsorships.
• If you know of a person or organization who may be interested in supporting this program at our school, please feel free to pass this on. We've made the sponsorship even easier, through our simplified PaySchools link: https://www.locallevelevents.com/events/details/41317 
• Our students are making a difference and are so appreciative of your support!  
• See our Hands of Gratitude Sponsorship flyer for more details about this incredible program, the incredible individuals and organizations who are sponsoring the program this year thus far, and how you can help! 

 

Student Fees - in PaySchools by Wednesday, 9/24:

• HMS and HHS school fees will be available for parents/guardians to pay in PaySchools next week. 

 

Start with Hello Week - week of 9/22: 

• During the week of September 22, we will share the positive message of Start with Hello week with our students via morning announcements. 
• The purpose of Start with Hello week is to help build connections among students, to counteract loneliness and isolationism. With a focus on positive actions students and staff can do, we hope to build upon our culture of inclusiveness. 
• At HMS, our Advisory lesson this week will be centered around this theme.
• On Thursday, September 25, as part of Start with Hello week, let’s all wear Explorer attire, or navy and white, to celebrate our Hudson family and that we are all here to support one another!

 

Hudson Community First (HCF) Parent Event - Dr. Devorah Heitner!

Hudson Community First invites parents and guardians to attend PARENTING IN THE DIGITAL WORLD presented by author Dr. Devorah Heitner. Wednesday, October 15 at 7:00pm in the Hudson Middle School Auditorium. 

• Mentor your child as they grow up with apps like Roblox, Instagram, TikTok, and Discord 
• Understand how mentoring over monitoring with screens actually works 
• Help your child navigate a world where they can be exposed to problematic content 
• Encourage your child to be thoughtful about their digital footprint and reputation
• Work on sleep habits to get enough rest 
• Find the balance between plugged and unplugged activities 
• Teach your child strategies to recognize how social media affects their mood and mental health and when to take a break 
• Support your child in staying true to themselves as they grow up “in public” on social media apps

Register for the FREE event here:  api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/bookings/communityofcare101525

 

HMS Kitchen / Food Services Positions Available:

• Great hours! Outstanding people! 
• We have a few openings in our amazing Hudson Middle School kitchen - the heart of our school. 
• The role is part-time daily from 8:30am - 1:00pm. We also have options for shorter hours if that works with your schedule better. 
• The role may include food prep and serving, as well as cashier. It’s a great way to interact with our students, during this important time in their day.
• If you know of anyone who might consider this role, please reach out to them to share about this opportunity. You may know a retired friend, a recent graduate, or someone thinking about re-entering the workforce. Thank you so much for helping to spread the news.  
• Anyone interested can apply via our district website under Job ID 2761 (Food Service)

 

HMS Custodian Position Available – Join Our Team!

• Great schedule & meaningful work! Help keep our middle school safe, clean, and welcoming for students and staff.
• Team atmosphere! Be part of our supportive HMS family and work with outstanding people every day.
• Make a difference! Custodians play an essential role in our students’ success by creating a positive, healthy school environment.
• Do you know someone who may be interested? Please share this opportunity with a retired friend, a recent graduate, or anyone looking to join a great workplace.
• Interested applicants can apply via our district website under Job ID 2763 (Custodians)
• Thank you for helping us spread the word!

 

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