Don't forget, this Wednesday is a 2-hour early release (9/24/25). All bus routes & parent pickup lines will be two hours earlier on Wednesday. Please notify your child's teacher if there is a change in the way your child will be going home.
Join us at HGMS for Title I Parent Night on Thursday, September 18th, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM!
-Learn about Skyward Family Access
-Celebrate our School Grade
-Meet with School Staff
-Discuss Attendance
Contact us for any questions at (863) 471-5437
Acompรกรฑenos en HGMS para el Tรญtulo I Noche de Padres el Jueves, 18 de Septiembre de 5:00-7:00 PM
-Obtenga informaciรณn sobre el programa de Skyward Family Access
-Celebre nuestra calificaciรณn escolar
-Reรบnase con el personal de la escuela
-Discutir la asistencia escolar
Para mรกs informaciรณn contactarse con nosotros al (863) 471-5437
-Learn about Skyward Family Access
-Celebrate our School Grade
-Meet with School Staff
-Discuss Attendance
Contact us for any questions at (863) 471-5437
Acompรกรฑenos en HGMS para el Tรญtulo I Noche de Padres el Jueves, 18 de Septiembre de 5:00-7:00 PM
-Obtenga informaciรณn sobre el programa de Skyward Family Access
-Celebre nuestra calificaciรณn escolar
-Reรบnase con el personal de la escuela
-Discutir la asistencia escolar
Para mรกs informaciรณn contactarse con nosotros al (863) 471-5437
๐ฃ Attention Eagles! Tomorrow is Mindset Monday! Letโs kick off the week strong by coming prepared and ready to succeed. ๐ Charge your Chromebooks tonight ๐ชช Bring your student ID badges โ๏ธ Have all your supplies ready to go A positive mindset + preparation = a week full of success.
๐กโก Our students are hard at work exploring Potential and Kinetic Energy transformations in Science class! Hands-on learning is sparking curiosity and excitement across campus.
โจ Great things are happening at Hill-Gustat! Students are engaged, and it shows! We proudly continue our Tradition of Excellence.
๐ธ Stay tuned for more classroom engagement highlights!
โจ Great things are happening at Hill-Gustat! Students are engaged, and it shows! We proudly continue our Tradition of Excellence.
๐ธ Stay tuned for more classroom engagement highlights!
Join us at HGMS for Title I Parent Night on Thursday, September 18th, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM!
-Learn about Skyward Family Access
-Celebrate our School Grade
-Meet with School Staff
-Discuss Attendance
Contact us for any questions at (863) 471-5437
Acompรกรฑenos en HGMS para el Tรญtulo I Noche de Padres el Jueves, 18 de Septiembre de 5:00-7:00 PM
-Obtenga informaciรณn sobre el programa de Skyward Family Access
-Celebre nuestra calificaciรณn escolar
-Reรบnase con el personal de la escuela
-Discutir la asistencia escolar
Para mรกs informaciรณn contactarse con nosotros al (863) 471-5437
-Learn about Skyward Family Access
-Celebrate our School Grade
-Meet with School Staff
-Discuss Attendance
Contact us for any questions at (863) 471-5437
Acompรกรฑenos en HGMS para el Tรญtulo I Noche de Padres el Jueves, 18 de Septiembre de 5:00-7:00 PM
-Obtenga informaciรณn sobre el programa de Skyward Family Access
-Celebre nuestra calificaciรณn escolar
-Reรบnase con el personal de la escuela
-Discutir la asistencia escolar
Para mรกs informaciรณn contactarse con nosotros al (863) 471-5437
Tomorrow, students will be taking the FAST Math test, and on Sept. 11th, they will be taking the FAST ELA test. Students need their Chromebooks Charged and WIRED headphones or earbuds. Students must be in attendance both days in order to go to the Pep Rally on Friday! We want to see our student SOAR! #Eagles #HGMS #ShowWhatYouKnow
FAST testing begins next week! Students will be taking the Math on Sept. 9th and the ELA on Sept. 11th. Students need their Chromebooks Charged and WIRED headphones or earbuds. Students must be in attendance both days in order to go to the Pep Rally on Friday! We want to see our student SOAR! #Eagles #HGMS #ShowWhatYouKnow
๐ธ Picture Day is tomorrow!
Hill-Gustat Middle Schoolโs Picture Day is set for Thursday, September 4, 2025.
Weโre partnering with Lifetouch to capture these special moments. Ordering is quick and easy online!
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How to Order:
1. Go to mylifetouch.com
2. Enter our Picture Day ID: EVT9WHDDR
3. Select your package & pay online
๐ Students should come prepared with their best smiles!
โIEP Binder for Parentsโ Webinar
Parents will create an organizational binder of educationally relevant documentation and activities that will assist in maintaining records and promoting positive communication ๏ง
In this session, the binder will be utilized so that parents can be prepared, actively listen and become an informed voice during IEP meetings. ๏ง Parents will possess the โtools of the tradeโ allowing them to actively engage in the planning of their childโs educational career and be equal members of the IEP Team. Date/Time: Thursday, September 4, 2025 @ 9:00am
Register at : https://bit.ly/IEPWebinar-Sept2025
For additional information or questions, please contact: Rebecca Cox at rebecca.cox@fdlrsheartland.org
Parents will create an organizational binder of educationally relevant documentation and activities that will assist in maintaining records and promoting positive communication ๏ง
In this session, the binder will be utilized so that parents can be prepared, actively listen and become an informed voice during IEP meetings. ๏ง Parents will possess the โtools of the tradeโ allowing them to actively engage in the planning of their childโs educational career and be equal members of the IEP Team. Date/Time: Thursday, September 4, 2025 @ 9:00am
Register at : https://bit.ly/IEPWebinar-Sept2025
For additional information or questions, please contact: Rebecca Cox at rebecca.cox@fdlrsheartland.org
๐ Parents: Please make sure your child knows exactly how they will get home on the first day of school. Transportation changes are extremely difficult in the first few days.
โ ๏ธ Important: Expect possible bus delays during the first couple of weeks as routes are adjusted and stops are verified. ๐ The same goes for the parent pick-up line. Things typically stabilize within 2 weeks. We appreciate your patience and understanding!
School starts Monday! ๐ Our teachers are ready, classrooms are prepped, and campuses are sparkling. Letโs make this year amazing from day one!
๐ Find bus pickup/drop-off times: https://www2.highlands.k12.fl.us/infofinder
๐ง School start times are listed on each school's website
๐ณ FREE breakfast and lunch is provided every day, for every student
#SBHCFlorida #HighlandsSchools
๐ข Important Announcement
The Hill-Gustat Middle School office will be closed tomorrow, August 5th, as all staff attend required trainings to continue our Tradition of Excellence. ๐ฆ
Thank you for your understanding and support as we grow together with Eagle Pride!
The Hill-Gustat Middle School office will be closed tomorrow, August 5th, as all staff attend required trainings to continue our Tradition of Excellence. ๐ฆ
Thank you for your understanding and support as we grow together with Eagle Pride!
PARENTS /GUARDIANS: The Commissioner of Education requires that training is available for parents/guardians on the consequences of making a school threat or false report via FortifyFL. Please discuss with your student the seriousness of this issue. Click to access course: www2.highlands.k12.fl.us/threatsweaponsinfo
Attendance Matters at HGM! ๐ฆ
๐
Mr. Ward has been reviewing the data, and the message is clearโstudents who show up, grow up academically! ๐ก
Take a look at the numbers:
๐ Students with 0โ5 absences had an average GPA of 3.0
๐ Students with 6โ9 absences averaged 2.68
๐ Students with 10โ15 absences averaged 2.73
๐ Students with 16+ absences dropped to 2.14
Every day counts. Every class matters. Letโs work together to build strong routines, healthy habits, and successful students! ๐ชโจ
#AttendanceMatters #EagleExcellence #HGMstrong
Mr. Ward has been reviewing the data, and the message is clearโstudents who show up, grow up academically! ๐ก
Take a look at the numbers:
๐ Students with 0โ5 absences had an average GPA of 3.0
๐ Students with 6โ9 absences averaged 2.68
๐ Students with 10โ15 absences averaged 2.73
๐ Students with 16+ absences dropped to 2.14
Every day counts. Every class matters. Letโs work together to build strong routines, healthy habits, and successful students! ๐ชโจ
#AttendanceMatters #EagleExcellence #HGMstrong
๐ฃ Dress Code Time ๐๐
Good news - no major changes to our school dress code this year! ๐
Dress Code
๐๐ช Update: Hill-Gustat Middle School Football Conditioning
Weโve made a change to football conditioning! Starting this Friday, conditioning will now take place Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 3:00โ4:30 PM in the HGM gym.
This move indoors ensures our athletes can continue to train safely no matter the heat or rain! โ๏ธ๐ง๏ธ
๐ท Parents: Please continue to send your athletes with water bottles to help them stay hydrated.
Thank you for your flexibility as we adjust to keep our team safe and strong! ๐ช๐ฆ #EaglesFootball #GoEagles
Weโve made a change to football conditioning! Starting this Friday, conditioning will now take place Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 3:00โ4:30 PM in the HGM gym.
This move indoors ensures our athletes can continue to train safely no matter the heat or rain! โ๏ธ๐ง๏ธ
๐ท Parents: Please continue to send your athletes with water bottles to help them stay hydrated.
Thank you for your flexibility as we adjust to keep our team safe and strong! ๐ช๐ฆ #EaglesFootball #GoEagles
๐โ๏ธ๐ Back-to-School Ready? Donโt forget to LABEL it!
As you get your studentโs supplies ready for the first day, take a minute to label everything - especially calculators, water bottles, backpacks, and lunch boxes! ๐ง๐๐
A quick name written with a Sharpie โ๏ธ makes a big difference when things go missing (and they will ๐).
Letโs start the year off organized & keep those supplies coming home where they belong! โจ
#BackToSchool ๐ #LabelItLoveIt ๐๏ธ #LostAndFoundNoMore #TraditionOfExcellence
As you get your studentโs supplies ready for the first day, take a minute to label everything - especially calculators, water bottles, backpacks, and lunch boxes! ๐ง๐๐
A quick name written with a Sharpie โ๏ธ makes a big difference when things go missing (and they will ๐).
Letโs start the year off organized & keep those supplies coming home where they belong! โจ
#BackToSchool ๐ #LabelItLoveIt ๐๏ธ #LostAndFoundNoMore #TraditionOfExcellence
You've been asking, and we've been working behind the scenes to collect as much information for back-to-school for our schools, all in one place:
๐ Supply Lists
๐ซ Open houses & orientations
๐ Dress codes
๐ New student registration
๐ Attendance zones & bus routes
๐ฒ App information
Back-to-school hub: https://www2.highlands.k12.fl.us/bts25
Finally, download our app, follow your school's individual social media pages, and let's work together to create a great start to the new year!
๐ Important Traffic Update ๐
Weโre excited to share the updated traffic pattern on our campus. Please take a moment to review the changes to ensure a smooth and safe arrival and dismissal for everyone:
โ
Upon entering campus, all vehicles must now turn or veer right. The left turn into the main lot is no longer allowed.
โฐ Morning Drop-off:
Parents may not drop off students in the main lot before 8:16 AM.
After 8:16 AM, students are considered tardy and must be signed in at the front office.
๐ธ Afternoon Pick-up:
Our gates are supervised until 3:30 PM.
At 3:30, any remaining students are brought to the flagpole in the front of the school.
โ ๏ธ Please note: The flagpole area is NOT an alternative to waiting in the designated pick-up line. Parents who use it as a shortcut will need to make alternate dismissal arrangements.
โก๏ธ To ensure a smooth traffic flow, please plan to use our parent drop-off and pick-up loop via Ortego Street. It gets quicker and more efficient each day as the school year moves on. Thank you for your patience and cooperation! ๐ฆ
HGM Parents,
Attendance will be a MAJOR area of focus for us this year as we push our School Grade to an "A". As we gear up towards the start of school, here is a visual for attendance goals and a funny meme.
Keep in mind, each day a child misses they lose 7 HOURS of quality instruction. Those HOURS are lost forever. The student and parent will need to make up the lost time at HOME. If a child is absent 7 Days they lose 49 HOURS of instruction with the best educators.
Attendance will be a MAJOR area of focus for us this year as we push our School Grade to an "A". As we gear up towards the start of school, here is a visual for attendance goals and a funny meme.
Keep in mind, each day a child misses they lose 7 HOURS of quality instruction. Those HOURS are lost forever. The student and parent will need to make up the lost time at HOME. If a child is absent 7 Days they lose 49 HOURS of instruction with the best educators.
