Thank you Ms. Corcoran & Choir for our beautiful Spring Concert!

IMPORTANT DATES

• Mon, May 29 - No School, Memorial Day Holiday
• Tues, May 30 - School Safety Task Force 3:30 - 5 pm 
• Tues, May 30 - Spring Band Concert 6:30 pm
• Thurs, June 8 - 1:30 pm dismissal
• Fri, June 9 - Last Day of School, 1:30 pm dismissal
• Fri, June 9 - 8th Grade Graduation, Redwood High School, 3pm

PRINCIPAL'S MESSAGE

Leadership helping our Coyotes & Hawks transition to Cougars!!!

 

We are closing in fast and will begin to wind down over the next week to prepare for the finish of the 2022/23 school year. As you enjoy this long weekend please be mindful of upcoming events to ensure a smooth check out for summer. This week we are going to clean out hallway lockers on Tuesday and students may need extra bags for personal belongings and potentially a ride home. We will then have PE lockers cleaned out on Wednesday. From here we will start Thursday with 8th grade and collect assigned devices. Grades 7 and 6 will follow according to the schedule here. Please do not hesitate to contact the front office if you have any questions. 

For our graduating class we want to remind families that we are holding our 8th grade awards assembly on Monday, June 5th at 8:30 am. Our rising Cougars will also have their trip to Six Flags and will have their last dance, Friday, June 9th after the ceremony at 7 pm. Thank you in advance to our amazing PTA for making all these loved events and amazing memories happen for our Class of 2023!! 

Congrats to Golden Bell winners! Ms. Kath Irving, Ms. Cindy Traverso, and Mr. Manny!!

 

We also want to spotlight SPARK and all our foundation offers to our students with programming that directly supports our students. Please help us reach our goal and take a moment to read more below under SPARK news!!

Last, but not least we are looking for the 2023-24 WEB Leaders for Hall! See the call for rising 8th grade student support with our Hall tradition to welcome our incoming class for 6th grade!!! This is your chance to be a leader at Hall and welcome our newest cubs to middle school. Encourage your rising 8th grader to attend the informational meeting for WEB on Wednesday, May 31st in Room 304! We hope to see you there! 

Wishing you all a beautiful three day weekend!

Dr. Brown & Hall Staff 

SPARK NEWS

 

SPARK is closing in on our $1.5M goal, and we are incredibly grateful for the support we have received so far, but we still need your help. Thanks to the generosity of a district family offering a $10K dollar-for-dollar match plus contributions and pledge commitments from 20 families, we made significant progress this past week. However, we still need $75K to hit our goal of $1.5M before June 30, 2023. DONATE TODAY!

What happens if we don’t hit our goal? Not hitting our goal means we must reduce our commitment to LCMSD for Art, Music, Science, Technology, and Wellness next year, affecting resources for our students.  

What can I do today? 

If you have pledged but have yet to donate, please reconfirm your commitment by submitting your payment today or letting us know when to expect it. As a reminder, all pledges are due on or before June 30, 2023. If you haven’t donated to Annual Giving this year, remember that all funds raised this year are spent this year. Please join the 75% of families who have come together to support our students and teachers. 

SPARK Open Board Positions

Want to make a difference in your child's education journey?  Join the SPARK Board today! We have a few key positions open for dedicated parents like you. 

 

We are looking to fill the following positions. Please click here for more details, job descriptions and how to join.   

• Cove VP - One person to shadow the current VPs in the role for 2023-2024, who will set up to be a co-VP in 2024-2025.
• SPARKBiz - Two co-chairs - grab a friend and join the SPARK Board together! This position is a rewarding one that supports the community businesses who support our schools. 

If you or a friend or family member are interested, please email us at info@SPARKschools.org.

 

SCHOOL NEWS

 

 📢 Join W.E.B. (Where Everybody Belongs) and Become a School Leader! ⭐ 

Are you ready to take on a leadership role and make a positive impact on your school community? Look no further than W.E.B. (Where Everybody Belongs) – a fantastic opportunity for current 7th graders like you to step up and become the welcoming face of our school.

W.E.B. is all about fostering a warm and inclusive environment for our new students, making them feel at home from day one. As a member of W.E.B., you'll have the chance to showcase your leadership skills, inspire others, and help create an atmosphere of acceptance and belonging.

If you're interested in joining W.E.B., mark your calendars for an important informational meeting on Wednesday, May 31, at lunch. The meeting will take place in room 304, where you'll learn more about the responsibilities and rewards of being a W.E.B. leader.

This is your chance to make a real difference and leave a lasting impression on your fellow students. We strongly encourage all interested 7th graders to attend the informational meeting and discover how W.E.B. can be an exciting and fulfilling experience.

Don't miss out on this amazing leadership opportunity! Join W.E.B. and be a part of creating a friendly and inclusive school environment. See you on Wednesday, May 31, in room 304!

 📍Informational Meeting Details:

 🗓 Date: Wednesday, May 31

 ⏰ Time: Lunch

 🏦 Location: Room 304

Note: Attendance at the informational meeting is mandatory for those interested in joining W.E.B.

 

Calling all 7th & 8th Grade Families It's hard to believe we are nearing the end of the school year! There are some special events coming up for the 8th graders and their families and we are turning to our amazing parent community for help. On Friday, June 9th, graduation will be at Redwood followed by a fun DANCE! It's a tradition at Hall for the parents of the current 7th grade class to pay it forward and pitch in - and there are a bunch of opportunities to help.

Attached you will find sign-up links. Please review the available times and sign up for what you can. Thank you so much in advance for considering!

Dance Set-up, Decor & Clean-up (8th Grade Parents)

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0d49a8af23a20-8thgrade1#/

Dance Chaperoning, Refreshment Help & Clean-up (7th Grade Parents)

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0d49a8af23a20-8thgrade#/

Ceremony Set-up & Decor, Refreshment Help, Etc (7th Grade Parents)

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0a4ba8aa28a57-hall#/

FORGOT SOMETHING?  If your child forgets their lunch, PE uniform, after school activity item etc, kindly place it in a clearly labeled bag and place it on the white cart outside the front of the main office. Remind your child to check the cart periodically.  Also, DoorDash, Grubhub or any food deliveries are not allowed on campus. Thank you for your cooperation.

WEATHER CHANGES Now with the temperature rising, please be sure your child is prepared for warmer weather by bringing reusable water bottles, hats and using sunscreen daily to stay safe. Thank you! 

DROP OFF It has come to our attention that there are some unsafe actions in our drop off loop. Please be sure you are in front of the school and it is always safe for your child to exit your car. The drop off loop or Piper Park are the only options for drop off and pick up as our parking lot is dedicated to our staff. We appreciate your support and want to keep all our students safe!!

ATTENDANCE It is important that every student is accounted for on a daily basis. Please report your child's absence prior to 8:30 a.m. on the day of their absence. Automated email and phone messages are generated from our attendance system. You will get a call and email if your child is marked absent in his/her first class of the day and 

CELL PHONES Cell phones should not be used during the school day.  Parents please do not text or call your child.  If you need to get ahold of your child, call the office (415) 927-6978 or email hallsecretary@lcmschools.org Additionally, please note smartwatches and wireless earbuds are to be in lockers daily, student should not have their electronic devices on their person or in their backpacks. 

COMMUNITY SERVICE We encourage all students to participate in volunteer activities which improve the lives of others inside and outside our school community. For more information, please visit this site. 

Recommended community service hours are:

8th grade:  8 hours (a minimum of 3 hours is required to participate in the 8th grade graduation ceremony). Deadline to turn in community service forms for 8th grade was May 19th.  

7th grade:  7 hours -  Deadline to turn in community service forms is May 31st.

6th grade:  6 hours  - Deadline to turn in community service forms is May 31st.

 

COMMUNITY NEWS

 

Free Rides for Youth WHATTT?? Yes, free rides for all K-12 youth traveling in Marin and Sonoma. See here for more information!! English & Spanish

Interested in Redwood Football Rising freshmen interested in football at Redwood High should join the Summer Workouts (dates/times below).  These works are not mandatory but suggested when you are in town.  They are great way to meet the coach, teammates and get in great shape.  Additionally, there are several football camps being hosted by Marin County coaches, please see these flyers for more information.  Please contact redwoodpigskin@gmail.com with any questions.

Summer Workouts:

June 13th-June 15th

June 20th- June 22nd

June 27th- June 29th

July 11th- July 13th

July 18th- July 20th

July 25th- July 27th

-All practice time will be 4:30pm-6:30pm on those days.

 

CORTE MADERA RECRUITMENT The Town of Corte Madera is looking for candidates to fill various positions. See here for more information.

SUMMER VOLLEYBALL CAMP I Can Dig It Volleyball Camp with Ms. Estes is back at Piper Park!!

When: The weeks of June 12th, 19th and 25th from 9 - 3

Who: Girls and Boys Ages 7 - 14 (No Experience Necessary) 

For more information, visit our camp website.

MARIN VOICE The latest Marin Voice: Healthy adult modeling matters when it comes substance-free youth events is in the Marin IJ today. Here it is for you to review.

 

From Corte Madera Parks & Rec -

 

HALL MIDDLE SCHOOL

Dance Classes and Cheerleading classes for YOU in Corte Madera in the Fall!!! Get ready for the Redwood Cheer Team :D Sign-up in July

Town Park Skate Park Re-design: Wednesday, May 31st @ 4:30pm at Town Park. The Recreation Department and the Scotty Lapp Foundation are collaborating to redesign the skate Park come join us to give input on elements for this project. More information click here.

 

SOMA Aquatics and Town of Corte Madera Summer Swim Opportunity:

In partnership with the Town of Corte Madera, Corte Madera residents have free access to a variety of swim programming during the summer, pool access at the Redwood High School Facility, as well as a full free swim lesson program for youth offered throughout the Spring and Summers.

Information can be found at www.somaaquatics.com/corte-madera  contact swim@somaaquatics.com

 

Fall Classes Sneak Peak Online Before School Ends!

Hall NC & Cove! Sign-up dates start in mid July. The menu will be here for you to check out in July: https://www.townofcortemadera.org/895/Current-Activities  Keep checking back!

 

WE HAVE FREE LUNCHTIME SUPERVISION THIS SUMMER!
If you are signed-up for 2 of our camps with a time gap in between for lunch, we will watch your kids for FREE and get them to their next camp! Call us for info!

Lots of Space Left!!  

14 Different Camps!  Sign-up ASAP! 

Camps close if there aren’t enough sign-ups so don’t delay!

Summer Camps listed by week: Summer23-menu.indd (townofcortemadera.org)

Activity Guide with full descriptions: Here is the activity Guide: https://www.townofcortemadera.org/DocumentCenter/View/8340/SUMMER23-FINAL_32723

 

Hall Camps & Other Summer Happenings in Corte Madera: Skateboarding afterschool & Summer options, D&D Summer Camp and D&D Saturdays and, D&D Character Creation Class for 4th-10th grade, plus NOW Friday Pizza & Game Night! Cheerleading will be offered for Middle Schoolers in the Fall! Stay Tuned!

 

Toddler-Kindergarten Options: Kinder Readiness Camp taught by your kindergarten teachers in the kindergarten rooms! There is even an All sorts of Sports Camp for 4 yr olds-1st graders! Also try our new Indoor Playground NOW on Wednesdays before Noon at the Community Center w/ Leap Froggers! Try Mini Music, & Spanish Summer camp for kids entering Kindergarten too!

 

LARKSPUR RECREATION

 

Larkspur Recreation offers engaging camps for children, teenagers, and young adults. This is the place to explore fun activities and make new friends this Summer! These camps are designed for kids of all abilities. The goal is to have tons of fun, learn a variety of skills, and gain confidence. Registration is now open so don't miss your chance to join in on the fun!⁠ Camps will begin the week of June 12th.

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Summer 2023 Camps include the following:

 

Think Globally, Act Locally Cooking & Crafts Camp

Drawing, Painting & Sculpting Camp

Learn & Play with TGA Junior Golf

Oven Baked Clay & Eco Art Camp w/ Nikki Contini

Jewelry Making Camp w/ Nikki Contini

Tinker Tech Stem Coding Camp

Tinker Tech Construct Your World STEM Camp

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The Hall Bulletin is a weekly electronic publication of Hall Middle School. An archive of past issues is available on the Hall Web site. To submit an article, fill out the online form and submit it by noon Wednesday for inclusion in the following Sunday’s issue. Need more information? Email the Hall Secretary at hallsecretary@lcmschools.org .