Heads Up Hamilton: Sunday, May 9, 2021

Posted May 7, 2021

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The Week Ahead

Online registration for the 2021/22 school year is open until May 21st!! Don’t wait! Register your student today, and save time this fall. There is more information on how to complete online registration for the 2021/22 school year below, or you can visit the registration page of our website by clicking here.

Monday, May 10

Wednesday, May 12

  • Virtual asynchronous day for all students.
  • Technology Office Hours – By Appointment only (email DAYTONA_DRIGGERS@dpsk12.org ): 12:30-2:30pm

We Need Your Feedback

Please complete Family Satisfaction Survey by 5/21

You should have received an email with the Family Satisfaction Survey link. If you haven’t already, we ask that you please take a few minutes of your time today to complete the survey. The last day to complete the survey is 5/21. This survey asks you to reflect on this school year, and let us know what went well and what we can improve for next year.

SURVEY LINK: https://survey.k12insight.com/r/UaVXTb

Latest survey results: We invite you to read through our key findings from the March survey here, which directly influenced DPS’ decision to offer an online-only elementary school option for next year. 

If you have any questions or need help while filling out this survey, please email FACEHelpline@dpsk12.org.

Thank you! We appreciate your feedback. 


8th Grade Continuation

This year’s ceremony will take place on Thursday May 27 at the Hamilton Middle School Field. The photo booth will open up at 5pm, and the ceremony will start at 6pm!

You will be receiving a keepsake invitation. This invitation will be sent to families after they RSVP, and it will  include important information for the ceremony including your table number. You will need to bring this invitation with you to the ceremony. 

At the ceremony the following health and safety guidelines must be followed: 

  • Temperatures will be checked as you arrive. 
  • Masks will be required 
  • Please maintain a safe distance from those outside of your household. 
  • If you are feeling sick please stay home! 

We will be taking continuation photos so dress accordingly, you will be able to take your mask off for pictures! 

After receiving your invitation, if you have any questions, please contact Savannah Mcclinton Savannah_McClinton1@dpsk12.org  or Natasha Forrest Natasha_Forrest@dpsk12.org  for assistance.

 We are truly excited about this year’s event and look forward to hearing from all of you! 

If you are not able to attend we will be livestreaming the ceremony.


Online Registration

Online Registration is Open Now Through May 21! Don’t Wait! Register for the 2021/22 School Year Online Today!

You can find helpful guides on how to register on our website by clicking here.


Picking Up Pictures & Yearbooks

We will be scheduling a day(s) for virtual students to drop off any materials they need to, as well as pick up pictures and yearbooks! We will send out information once we have selected the day(s) that we will be doing this!


ELA PAC Meeting

Our second ELA PAC meeting of the 2020/21 school year has been recorded for families to watch whenever is best for them! You can find the video of the meeting in Arabic, English, and Spanish on our website! The meeting is only 7 minutes but is packed with information on:

  • Use of technology
  • COVID Vaccines
  • Continuation Requirements
  • Class DOJO Prizes
  • School Website
  • A Short Survey

Yearbook

Buy your yearbook today! Books are on sale at yearbookordercenter.com until May 15. They are $25 a piece!


COVID-19 Vaccines

One of the most exciting recent developments in our state is that everyone age 16 and older is now eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine.

If you or your family members are interested in getting a vaccine, here are some ways you can access it:


SchoolChoice Round 2 is Open!

Know a family interested in attending Hamilton, or have an 8th grader getting ready for high school? SchoolChoice Round 2 now open! Round 2 applications are processed on a first-come, first-serve basis.


Reminder About Use of Fields Behind Hamilton

After school we have student atheltes practicing on the fields behind Hamilton. Please be respectful of practice time! The fields are closed to the public during practice, and pets are always prohibited on school property! These restrictions are for the safety of our students and staff! Please respect our student athletes, our coaches, and their practice time.



PTSA

JOIN THE PTSA!
The Hamilton Parent Teacher Student Association (PTSA) welcomes ALL Hamilton families, staff, and students to become members! CLICK HERE to complete a membership form and pay annual dues.

SUPPORT OUR HUSKIES
AMAZON SMILE
Experience feel good shopping! Begin your shopping at smile.amazon.com and Amazon will donate 0.5% of eligible purchases to Hamilton at no cost to you!

BOXTOPS FOR EDUCATION
The new and improved Box Tops mobile app uses state-of-the-art technology to scan your store receipt, find participating products and instantly add Box Tops to your school’s earnings online. Learn more at boxtops4education.com.


Tutoring Services for Students

DPS CARES Employee Volunteer tutors in the virtual classroom can be great resources for both students and teachers.  Please complete this form is you are interested in a DPS CARES Employee Volunteer Tutor
 https://go.pardot.com/e/742223/ajJRoaoY9G8BT6jS9/c798l/284650377?h=k-b6uzFpVC3Hzy2-fT_vxYnjK6isBIqj-2e–Dxni7g


Resources


Whole Child

No-Cost Child Safe Kit for Hamilton Middle School

No-Cost Child Safe Kits for Hamilton Families. Use the digital request form to request your FREE kit. Digital request form

Social Emotional Learning at Home

The recording is now available for… Social Emotional Learning at Home Click HERE to access the recording and presentation materials in English, Spanish, and Vietnamese.Have a great day!