HERNANDEZ MS ORCHESTRA
7/8 Grade Orchestra Notes
HOW TO PREPARE FOR 2010-2011
7/8th Grade Orchestra Supply List
>Rosin – “Pops” rosin for bass
>Extra set of strings – Prelude is a good brand
>Shoulder Rest- violins / violas OR Rock Stop – cello /bass
>Soft Cloth
>3-4 Pencils – for orchestra only
>1” Black Binder
>Orchestra T-Shirt - $12
>Orchestra Fairshare Usage Donation $30 –
(This money will help start up funds for our Orchestra program, help pay for uniforms and
cleaning fees, music, equipment, UIL fees, district/region fees, and any miscellaneous items
needed to run the orchestra program. With this money and fundraisers, the orchestra will be
able to purchase more instruments as well. Payment plans can be made for your convenience;
however, it would be much appreciated if this donation can be made at the time of our String
Camp)
Local Vendors
Hillje Music – www.hilljemusic.com
String & Horn Shop – www.stringandhornshop.com
Violins Etc. – www.Violinsetc.com
Sam Bass Music – www.sambassmusic.com
Blackerby Violin Shop- www.Violinshop.com
Westbank String Shop- www.westbankstringshop.com
Strait Music – www.straitmusic.com
Get in touch with Hernandez Middle School!
Visit www.hernandezms.blogspot.com to find out about upcoming events and read all that
Principal Dr. Brennan has to say ☺
A little blurb about Mrs. López
Clarissa López is beginning her fifth year as a music educator. She earned her Bachelors
Degree from Texas A&M University-Kingsville in music education and her Masters Degree
from The University of Texas in trumpet performance. She currently plays trumpet with
two local Austin groups and violin with her church choir. Mrs. López is happily married
and has a Cockapoo dog named Cha-Cha.
LOOKING FORWARD TO A GREAT SCHOOL YEAR!
Clarissa López
hernandezmsorch@gmail.com
512.586.3786
Tuesday, July 20, 2010
6th grade orchestra news
G
reetings orchestra family! I hope everyone has been enjoying their summer and is taking advantage of the beautiful weather! Things are falling in place so well at HMS. I’m feeling we’re going to have a beautiful start!
We will have our very first Hernandez Middle School Beginner String Orientation coming up; this is a great way for the students to get to know each other in their instrument section, know the parts of the instrument, learn how to take care of their instrument and maybe learn a couple of notes. Please mark your calendars and prepare to have some fun!
Beginner String Orientation: Thursday, August 19, 2010 (Parents are welcome to attend)
Violin 8:30-10:00 am
Viola 10:30-12:00 pm
Cello12:30-2:00 pm
Bass 2:00-3:00 pm
If you are in need of checking out a school-owned instrument, please arrive exactly 30 minutes prior to the orientation session. Parents should be present to sign-out for the instrument. I encourage all violin/viola players to consider the rent-to-own option from any of our local vendors. (It is highly encouraged that those instruments become self-owned) Cello / Bass instruments will be provided from the district.
**All School-Owned Instruments may be rented for a $50 yearly usage fee.
Payment plans can be made for your convenience**
Beginning Orchestra Supply List
>”Essential Elements 2000” Books 1 & 2 – purchase the books that correspond to your instrument
>Rosin- “Hill” rosin for violin, viola, cello; “Pops” rosin for bass
>Extra set of strings – “Prelude” is a good brand
>Shoulder Rest- violin / viola only
>Rock Stop – cello /bass only
>Soft Cloth- handkerchief is acceptable
>Metronome/Tuner- (“Korg” TM-40 is a great model)
>Music Stand- for home practice
>1” Black Binder-Binder pencil pouch, 3-4 pencils
>Orchestra T-Shirt - $12, purchased from the Orchestra Department
Where do I buy these? …. Here are some reputable Local Vendors
Hillje Music – www.hilljemusic.com
Violins Etc. – www.Violinsetc.com
Sam Bass Music – www.sambassmusic.com
Blackerby Violin Shop- www.Violinshop.com
String & Horn Shop – www.stringandhornshop.com
Westbank String Shop- www.westbankstringshop.com
Strait Music – www.straitmusic.com
LOOKING FORWARD TO A GREAT SCHOOL YEAR!
Clarissa López
hernandezmsorch@gmail.com
512.586.3786
reetings orchestra family! I hope everyone has been enjoying their summer and is taking advantage of the beautiful weather! Things are falling in place so well at HMS. I’m feeling we’re going to have a beautiful start!
We will have our very first Hernandez Middle School Beginner String Orientation coming up; this is a great way for the students to get to know each other in their instrument section, know the parts of the instrument, learn how to take care of their instrument and maybe learn a couple of notes. Please mark your calendars and prepare to have some fun!
Beginner String Orientation: Thursday, August 19, 2010 (Parents are welcome to attend)
Violin 8:30-10:00 am
Viola 10:30-12:00 pm
Cello12:30-2:00 pm
Bass 2:00-3:00 pm
If you are in need of checking out a school-owned instrument, please arrive exactly 30 minutes prior to the orientation session. Parents should be present to sign-out for the instrument. I encourage all violin/viola players to consider the rent-to-own option from any of our local vendors. (It is highly encouraged that those instruments become self-owned) Cello / Bass instruments will be provided from the district.
**All School-Owned Instruments may be rented for a $50 yearly usage fee.
Payment plans can be made for your convenience**
Beginning Orchestra Supply List
>”Essential Elements 2000” Books 1 & 2 – purchase the books that correspond to your instrument
>Rosin- “Hill” rosin for violin, viola, cello; “Pops” rosin for bass
>Extra set of strings – “Prelude” is a good brand
>Shoulder Rest- violin / viola only
>Rock Stop – cello /bass only
>Soft Cloth- handkerchief is acceptable
>Metronome/Tuner- (“Korg” TM-40 is a great model)
>Music Stand- for home practice
>1” Black Binder-Binder pencil pouch, 3-4 pencils
>Orchestra T-Shirt - $12, purchased from the Orchestra Department
Where do I buy these? …. Here are some reputable Local Vendors
Hillje Music – www.hilljemusic.com
Violins Etc. – www.Violinsetc.com
Sam Bass Music – www.sambassmusic.com
Blackerby Violin Shop- www.Violinshop.com
String & Horn Shop – www.stringandhornshop.com
Westbank String Shop- www.westbankstringshop.com
Strait Music – www.straitmusic.com
LOOKING FORWARD TO A GREAT SCHOOL YEAR!
Clarissa López
hernandezmsorch@gmail.com
512.586.3786
Athletics' News
2010-11 ATHLETIC PHYSICALS,
All athletes must have a current physical on file in the Hernandez Coaching office. A copy of the RRISD physical form can be obtained through the RRISD athletic website under sports physicals. You child will be unable to tryout and/or practice without a current 2010-11 athletic physical. Obtain and/or schedule your physical now to avoid delays at local medical clinics. BULLDOG TRADITION!
VOLLEYBALL - All female athletes will turn their physical forms to Coach Vierra on the first day of school, August 24th. Athletes will be able to purchase their athletic gear (shirt-short) during the first week of school. Cost of the athletic gear will be $20. Volleyball tryouts/practice will begin during the first week of school. GO BULLDOGS!
FOOTBALL - All football players will turn their physical forms, obtain their football equipment/athletic lockers and purchase their athletic gear for $20 on Friday, August 20th from 7:30 AM to 12:00 in the Bulldog gymnasium. Football practice will begin the first day of school Tuesday, August 24th. 8th graders will practice from 7:00 AM - 8:15. and the 7th graders will practice after school from 3:45- 5:00 PM. BULLDOG PRIDE!
Coach Murphy
All athletes must have a current physical on file in the Hernandez Coaching office. A copy of the RRISD physical form can be obtained through the RRISD athletic website under sports physicals. You child will be unable to tryout and/or practice without a current 2010-11 athletic physical. Obtain and/or schedule your physical now to avoid delays at local medical clinics. BULLDOG TRADITION!
VOLLEYBALL - All female athletes will turn their physical forms to Coach Vierra on the first day of school, August 24th. Athletes will be able to purchase their athletic gear (shirt-short) during the first week of school. Cost of the athletic gear will be $20. Volleyball tryouts/practice will begin during the first week of school. GO BULLDOGS!
FOOTBALL - All football players will turn their physical forms, obtain their football equipment/athletic lockers and purchase their athletic gear for $20 on Friday, August 20th from 7:30 AM to 12:00 in the Bulldog gymnasium. Football practice will begin the first day of school Tuesday, August 24th. 8th graders will practice from 7:00 AM - 8:15. and the 7th graders will practice after school from 3:45- 5:00 PM. BULLDOG PRIDE!
Coach Murphy
Tuesday, June 29, 2010
Principal's Update for June
I hope you are all having a great summer! The Hernandez staff is growing as we hire THE BEST teachers from across the nation to work with our children.
Our school colors have been chosen and in keeping with Pfc Robert Hernandez' background as a U S Marine, the colors will be SCARLET and GOLD. The mascot chosen by our students also reflects the Marine background - BULLDOG!
The staff met in a retreat to develop a mission and vision for Hernandez as follows:
Mission:
Hernandez Middle School is a collaborative school that provides a safe learning environment. Our spirit of excellence honors achievement, embraces diversity, and commits to service.
Vision:
Hernandez Middle School is creating a community where learning:
sparks a sense of wonder
nurtures the duty of awareness
and inspires all to serve.
Our core values are based upon HONOR:
Honesty
Open-mindedness
Never Give Up!
Ownership
Respect
If you drive by the building, you will notice the outside has been power washed. The inside is being painted. Soon you will see the new signage on the building and a new marquee out front.
Plans are being made for a beginning of the year orientation and check-in for students. As soon as the timeline for building occupancy is clearer, dates and times will be communicated.
Enjoy the rest of your summer!
Our school colors have been chosen and in keeping with Pfc Robert Hernandez' background as a U S Marine, the colors will be SCARLET and GOLD. The mascot chosen by our students also reflects the Marine background - BULLDOG!
The staff met in a retreat to develop a mission and vision for Hernandez as follows:
Mission:
Hernandez Middle School is a collaborative school that provides a safe learning environment. Our spirit of excellence honors achievement, embraces diversity, and commits to service.
Vision:
Hernandez Middle School is creating a community where learning:
sparks a sense of wonder
nurtures the duty of awareness
and inspires all to serve.
Our core values are based upon HONOR:
Honesty
Open-mindedness
Never Give Up!
Ownership
Respect
If you drive by the building, you will notice the outside has been power washed. The inside is being painted. Soon you will see the new signage on the building and a new marquee out front.
Plans are being made for a beginning of the year orientation and check-in for students. As soon as the timeline for building occupancy is clearer, dates and times will be communicated.
Enjoy the rest of your summer!
Tuesday, May 18, 2010
Hernandez Orchestra Instrument Selection and Meet the Teacher Date
May 24th -
Hernandez Middle School
7:00-7:30 - Meet & Greet Informational Meeting for all 7/8 Orchestra Students
PLACE: HOPEWELL M. S. ORCHESTRA ROOM
Thursday, May 6, 2010
Hernandez Band Instrument Selection Date
BRING YOUR FRIENDS!
SATURDAY, MAY 8, 2010
STONY POINT HIGH SCHOOL
Location: Band Hall-entrance is behind the school
Last Names:
A-G 9-10:30am
H-P 10:30-12:00 pm
Q-Z 12:00-2:00 pm
If you can’t attend during the blocked times, that’s ok, come when you can!
Beginning Band is open for all students 6th-8th grade!
If you didn’t sign up for band…It’s not too late to change!
BRING YOUR FRIENDS!
Email any questions or concerns to:
– hernandezmsband@gmail.com
Thank you for your interest!
Cathy Humphrey,
Director of Bands
(512) 699 - 5884
BEGIN NEW TRADITIONS!!!!!
Thursday, April 29, 2010
New Band and Orchestra Information
April 29, 2010
HMS BAND:
Tuesday, May 4th- “Meet the Band Director” / Informational Meeting
7:00 pm in the Stony Point High School Band Hall.
Saturday May 8th- INSTRUMENT SELECTION DAY for all beginners
9am-2pm in the Stony Point High School Band Hall
*If you are unable to attend Instrument Selection Day, please email me and I will schedule an alternate to meet with you.
Musically Yours,
Cathy Humphrey
Director of Bands
hernandezmsband@gmail.com
HMS ORCHESTRA:
6th Grade Orchestra Members:
WELCOME TO THE HERNANDEZ ORCHESTRA!
I enjoyed getting to meet the new orchestra members! Any students who missed Instrument Selection Night will have another opportunity to try out the instruments, Monday, May 24th between 4:00-6:30p.m in the Hopewell Orchestra Room. I look forward to meeting you and your family if I haven’t already!!
Clarissa López
Orchestra Director
hernandezmsorch@gmail.com
HMS BAND:
Tuesday, May 4th- “Meet the Band Director” / Informational Meeting
7:00 pm in the Stony Point High School Band Hall.
Saturday May 8th- INSTRUMENT SELECTION DAY for all beginners
9am-2pm in the Stony Point High School Band Hall
*If you are unable to attend Instrument Selection Day, please email me and I will schedule an alternate to meet with you.
Musically Yours,
Cathy Humphrey
Director of Bands
hernandezmsband@gmail.com
HMS ORCHESTRA:
6th Grade Orchestra Members:
WELCOME TO THE HERNANDEZ ORCHESTRA!
I enjoyed getting to meet the new orchestra members! Any students who missed Instrument Selection Night will have another opportunity to try out the instruments, Monday, May 24th between 4:00-6:30p.m in the Hopewell Orchestra Room. I look forward to meeting you and your family if I haven’t already!!
Clarissa López
Orchestra Director
hernandezmsorch@gmail.com
Friday, April 16, 2010
SIGN-UP ONLINE!!
Band-
www.tinyurl.com/hernandezmsband
If signing up online, be sure to attend
INSTRUMENT SELECTION DAY
MAKE GREAT FRIENDS…
LEARN FUN & EXCITING MUSIC…
TAKE FUN GROUP TRIPS…
SKILLS DEVELOPED
FROM STUDYING MUSIC
Self-discipline
Self-CONFIDENCE
Critical thinking…
PROBLEM SOLVING
T-e-a-m WORK
Expression
Intercultural Awareness
HERNANDEZ MIDDLE SCHOOL
B A N D
INSTRUMENT SELECTION DAY!!!
(Recommended for all students interested in playing an instrument in 6th grade)
SATURDAY, MAY 8, 2010
STONY POINT HIGH SCHOOL
Last Names
A-G 9-10:30am; H-P 10:30-12:00 pm; Q-Z 12:00-2:00 pm
Email any questions or concerns to:
Band – hernandezmsband@gmail.com
Thank you for your interest!
Cathy Humphrey, Director of Bands
(512) 699 - 5884
BEGIN NEW TRADITIONS!!!!!
Band-
www.tinyurl.com/hernandezmsband
If signing up online, be sure to attend
INSTRUMENT SELECTION DAY
MAKE GREAT FRIENDS…
LEARN FUN & EXCITING MUSIC…
TAKE FUN GROUP TRIPS…
SKILLS DEVELOPED
FROM STUDYING MUSIC
Self-discipline
Self-CONFIDENCE
Critical thinking…
PROBLEM SOLVING
T-e-a-m WORK
Expression
Intercultural Awareness
HERNANDEZ MIDDLE SCHOOL
B A N D
INSTRUMENT SELECTION DAY!!!
(Recommended for all students interested in playing an instrument in 6th grade)
SATURDAY, MAY 8, 2010
STONY POINT HIGH SCHOOL
Last Names
A-G 9-10:30am; H-P 10:30-12:00 pm; Q-Z 12:00-2:00 pm
Email any questions or concerns to:
Band – hernandezmsband@gmail.com
Thank you for your interest!
Cathy Humphrey, Director of Bands
(512) 699 - 5884
BEGIN NEW TRADITIONS!!!!!
Orchestra Information
2010-2011
Hernandez Middle School Orchestra
1901 Sunrise Rd. Round Rock, Texas 78664
April 9, 2010
To the parents and students of the 2010‐2011 Hernandez MS Orchestra,
It is with much enthusiasm that I write this letter to welcome you into the Hernandez Orchestra. The time has come for your child to attend one of the HMS Instrument Selection Nights! At this event, your child will get the opportunity to handle each of the string instruments, get sized, and choose the one that fits him/her best.
Here is a little information about each instrument that is offered:
~Violin This is the smallest and highest member of the string family
~Viola Very similar to the violin but lower in pitch
~Cello This instrument is always played sitting down
~Bass Largest of the string family, the bass is played standing up or on a stool
It is recommended that you do not purchase an instrument the first year of instruction. There are several local music stores in Austin and Round Rock that rent out all of the string instruments for reasonable amounts. If there is a financial need, the school owns several violas, cellos, and basses that can be provided for the year.
About Instrument Selection Night:
Date: April 26 & 27
Time: 4:00-6:30 p.m.
Location: Hopewell Middle School Orchestra Room
The screenings will be scheduled in 20 minute intervals. Please email or call to schedule the date and time of your child’s screening. If you get my voicemail, feel free to leave your child’s name and the time you want to come. If you cannot make either of these dates, we can work together to set up an alternate time.
Looking forward to meeting you,
Clarissa López, Orchestra Director
clopez122008@gmail.com
(512) 586–3786
Hernandez Middle School Orchestra
1901 Sunrise Rd. Round Rock, Texas 78664
April 9, 2010
To the parents and students of the 2010‐2011 Hernandez MS Orchestra,
It is with much enthusiasm that I write this letter to welcome you into the Hernandez Orchestra. The time has come for your child to attend one of the HMS Instrument Selection Nights! At this event, your child will get the opportunity to handle each of the string instruments, get sized, and choose the one that fits him/her best.
Here is a little information about each instrument that is offered:
~Violin This is the smallest and highest member of the string family
~Viola Very similar to the violin but lower in pitch
~Cello This instrument is always played sitting down
~Bass Largest of the string family, the bass is played standing up or on a stool
It is recommended that you do not purchase an instrument the first year of instruction. There are several local music stores in Austin and Round Rock that rent out all of the string instruments for reasonable amounts. If there is a financial need, the school owns several violas, cellos, and basses that can be provided for the year.
About Instrument Selection Night:
Date: April 26 & 27
Time: 4:00-6:30 p.m.
Location: Hopewell Middle School Orchestra Room
The screenings will be scheduled in 20 minute intervals. Please email or call to schedule the date and time of your child’s screening. If you get my voicemail, feel free to leave your child’s name and the time you want to come. If you cannot make either of these dates, we can work together to set up an alternate time.
Looking forward to meeting you,
Clarissa López, Orchestra Director
clopez122008@gmail.com
(512) 586–3786
Athletics Information for Hernandez M. S.
HERNANDEZ BULLDOG ATHLETICS
“Bulldog Athletics…The Tradition Begins”
Coach Murphy and his coaching staff welcomes all future Bulldogs to Hernandez Middle School. The 2010/11 school year will be my 21st year of teaching and coaching including an exciting seven years as Athletic Coordinator at Hopewell Middle School. Hernandez offers three team sports for Boy’s Athletics: Football, Basketball and Track and Girls Athletics: Volleyball, Basketball and Track. RRISD has a two team concept that includes a Scarlet team and a Gold Team. Athletics class is an opportunity for Hernandez Coaches to focus on developing athlete’s speed, strength, agility, attitude and discipline toward building future Stony Point Tigers. I will be sending a letter home in late May with the information necessary to prepare for the upcoming season. In addition, a Hernandez Coach will call each athlete by the middle of August. The first priority is to obtain an athletic physical. McNeil HS will offer physicals for the 2010/11 school year on Saturday, May 15th.
Dates of importance…
Sat. May 15th Physicals at McNeil HS - $20, 8:00 – 10:45 AM
Fri. May 28th Summer Athletic/Football letter sent home
Fri. Aug 20th Athletic/Football Equipment Issue 8:00 AM -1:00 PM
“Bulldog Athletics…The Tradition Begins”
Coach Murphy and his coaching staff welcomes all future Bulldogs to Hernandez Middle School. The 2010/11 school year will be my 21st year of teaching and coaching including an exciting seven years as Athletic Coordinator at Hopewell Middle School. Hernandez offers three team sports for Boy’s Athletics: Football, Basketball and Track and Girls Athletics: Volleyball, Basketball and Track. RRISD has a two team concept that includes a Scarlet team and a Gold Team. Athletics class is an opportunity for Hernandez Coaches to focus on developing athlete’s speed, strength, agility, attitude and discipline toward building future Stony Point Tigers. I will be sending a letter home in late May with the information necessary to prepare for the upcoming season. In addition, a Hernandez Coach will call each athlete by the middle of August. The first priority is to obtain an athletic physical. McNeil HS will offer physicals for the 2010/11 school year on Saturday, May 15th.
Dates of importance…
Sat. May 15th Physicals at McNeil HS - $20, 8:00 – 10:45 AM
Fri. May 28th Summer Athletic/Football letter sent home
Fri. Aug 20th Athletic/Football Equipment Issue 8:00 AM -1:00 PM
Monday, April 5, 2010
Transportation Questions
Several parents of current 5th graders at Double File Trail have asked if transportation will be provided next year for their students going to Hernandez Middle School. Students in the areas EAST of A. W. Grimes WILL be provided transportation according to Dennis of transportation. Students WEST of A. W. Grimes will NOT receive transportation services.
If you have questions for a particular address, please call 512-428-2450. The transportation department can provide this particular information.
If you have questions for a particular address, please call 512-428-2450. The transportation department can provide this particular information.
Hernandez PTA call for nominations - meeting 4/8
Hernandez Middle School
The Round Rock Council of PTAs has met with community members of the feeder schools for Hernandez Middle School. The purpose of the meeting was to begin the process of forming a new PTA for Hernandez Middle School. A Nominating Committee was formed and will bring forth a slate of officers for election at the next meeting on Thursday, April 8, 2010 at Stony Point 9th Grade Center cafeteria. Please consider getting involved to make this a supportive and well functioning PTA. All parents and teachers are invited to attend. Please remember we will be collecting PTA dues at this meeting, so bring your cash or checkbooks.
If you would like to put your name forth as a potential candidate for the slate of officers or have any question please contact:
Nominating Committee Members:
Kimberly Dorsett
kimmydorsett@yahoo.com
388-3484
Tracey Mayo
tmayo@austin.rr.com
971-7217
Hernandez Middle School Organizational Leader
Melanie Pav – RRISD Council of PTAs
melpav@austin.rr.com
244-0159
The Round Rock Council of PTAs has met with community members of the feeder schools for Hernandez Middle School. The purpose of the meeting was to begin the process of forming a new PTA for Hernandez Middle School. A Nominating Committee was formed and will bring forth a slate of officers for election at the next meeting on Thursday, April 8, 2010 at Stony Point 9th Grade Center cafeteria. Please consider getting involved to make this a supportive and well functioning PTA. All parents and teachers are invited to attend. Please remember we will be collecting PTA dues at this meeting, so bring your cash or checkbooks.
If you would like to put your name forth as a potential candidate for the slate of officers or have any question please contact:
Nominating Committee Members:
Kimberly Dorsett
kimmydorsett@yahoo.com
388-3484
Tracey Mayo
tmayo@austin.rr.com
971-7217
Hernandez Middle School Organizational Leader
Melanie Pav – RRISD Council of PTAs
melpav@austin.rr.com
244-0159
Monday, March 8, 2010
March 11 Parent Meeting Reminder
There will be a Parent Information Meeting on Thursday, March 11 at 7:00 at Hernandez Middle School (currently SP 9).
• Officer Ainsworth, School Resource Officer assigned to Hernandez Middle School next year and a member of the Round Rock Police Department will answer questions raised at the last meeting concerning safety.
• Denise Gallego, lead counselor, will answer questions about choice sheets for next year’s classes.
• Cristina Scott, choir director, will be introduced.
The band director, Cathy Humphries, has been hired; however, she is at UIL and cannot be present. A meeting for band and orchestra will be scheduled soon.
PTA formation meeting – March 25th and April 8th – 7:00 p.m. at Hernandez M. S. (SP 9)
_________________________________________________________________________
El jueves, 11 de marzo habrá una Reunión Informativa para Padres en la Escuela Secundaria Hernández (edificio del Centro de 9no Grado Stony Point).
• El Oficial Ainsworth, Oficial Escolar de Recursos asignado a Hernández para el siguiente año y un un miembro del Departamento de Policía de Round Rock, estarán presentes para responder a las preguntas que surgieron durante la última reunión con respecto a seguridad.
• Denise Gallego, Consejera, responderá a cualquier pregunta sobre las hojas de selección de clases para el siguiente año.
• Cristina Scott, Directora del Coro, será presentada a los padres de familia.
La nueva Directora de la Banda, Cathy Humphreis, no podrá estar presente en esta reunión por compromisos con la Liga Universitaria Interescolástica, UIL. Se organizará otra reunión más adelante con los miembros de la banda y orquesta.
Reunión de Organización de PTA (Asociación de Padres y Maestros) 25 de marzo y 8 de abril a las 7:00 PM en la Escuela Secundaria Hernández (edificio del Centro de 9no Grado Stony Point).
• Officer Ainsworth, School Resource Officer assigned to Hernandez Middle School next year and a member of the Round Rock Police Department will answer questions raised at the last meeting concerning safety.
• Denise Gallego, lead counselor, will answer questions about choice sheets for next year’s classes.
• Cristina Scott, choir director, will be introduced.
The band director, Cathy Humphries, has been hired; however, she is at UIL and cannot be present. A meeting for band and orchestra will be scheduled soon.
PTA formation meeting – March 25th and April 8th – 7:00 p.m. at Hernandez M. S. (SP 9)
_________________________________________________________________________
El jueves, 11 de marzo habrá una Reunión Informativa para Padres en la Escuela Secundaria Hernández (edificio del Centro de 9no Grado Stony Point).
• El Oficial Ainsworth, Oficial Escolar de Recursos asignado a Hernández para el siguiente año y un un miembro del Departamento de Policía de Round Rock, estarán presentes para responder a las preguntas que surgieron durante la última reunión con respecto a seguridad.
• Denise Gallego, Consejera, responderá a cualquier pregunta sobre las hojas de selección de clases para el siguiente año.
• Cristina Scott, Directora del Coro, será presentada a los padres de familia.
La nueva Directora de la Banda, Cathy Humphreis, no podrá estar presente en esta reunión por compromisos con la Liga Universitaria Interescolástica, UIL. Se organizará otra reunión más adelante con los miembros de la banda y orquesta.
Reunión de Organización de PTA (Asociación de Padres y Maestros) 25 de marzo y 8 de abril a las 7:00 PM en la Escuela Secundaria Hernández (edificio del Centro de 9no Grado Stony Point).
Thursday, March 4, 2010
Parent Meeting 3/11 7:00 agenda
There will be a Parent Information Meeting on Thursday, March 11 at 7:00 at Hernandez Middle School (currently SP 9).
• Officer Ainsworth, School Resource Officer assigned to Hernandez Middle School next year and a member of the Round Rock Police Department will answer questions raised at the last meeting concerning safety.
• Denise Gallego, lead counselor, will answer questions about choice sheets for next year’s classes.
• Cristina Scott, choir director, will be introduced.
The band director, Cathy Humphries, has been hired; however, she is at UIL and cannot be present. A meeting for band and orchestra will be scheduled soon.
PTA formation meeting – March 25th and April 8th – 7:00 p.m. at Hernandez M. S. (SP 9)
• Officer Ainsworth, School Resource Officer assigned to Hernandez Middle School next year and a member of the Round Rock Police Department will answer questions raised at the last meeting concerning safety.
• Denise Gallego, lead counselor, will answer questions about choice sheets for next year’s classes.
• Cristina Scott, choir director, will be introduced.
The band director, Cathy Humphries, has been hired; however, she is at UIL and cannot be present. A meeting for band and orchestra will be scheduled soon.
PTA formation meeting – March 25th and April 8th – 7:00 p.m. at Hernandez M. S. (SP 9)
Monday, February 22, 2010
Course Selection information and PTA formation meetings
Course Selections for 2010-11
Denise Gallego, Hernandez M. S. Lead Counselor, has been busy meeting with next year’s 6th, 7th, and 8th graders in their current schools to discuss course selection choices. These choice sheets will be turned in at the current school. Schedule selections will be entered into the computer. After all selection sheets are turned in, potential conflicts between courses will be determined before the master schedule can be built for next year. Teams will be working through the Spring and early Summer to create a schedule that supports students in taking their preferred classes. Please see the attached letter for 6th grade parents
March Community Meeting
Hernandez Community Meeting is scheduled for March 11 at 7:00 in the Hernandez Middle School cafeteria (current SP 9). An update on color and mascot selection and other activities for the new school will be discussed. Parents will have an opportunity to ask questions of staff.
New PTA Formation Meeting Schedule
1st Meeting Thursday, March 25, 2010 7pm Hernandez M.S. (SP 9)
2nd Meeting Thursday, April 8, 2010 7pm Hernandez M.S. (SP 9)
Thursday, February 4, 2010
Upcoming events for Cpl. Robt. Hernandez MS
Parent Information Meeting
In order to begin meeting parents and hearing your hopes and concerns for our school, there will be a meeting at the future Hernandez Middle School (currently Stony Point 9) at 7:00 p.m. on February 18th.
Parents will have an opportunity to give input on school colors and mascot, as well as ask questions about choice sheets for next year.
Please join us – light refreshments will be served.
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Reunión Informativa para Padres de Familia
Con el objetivo de comenzar a reunirnos con los padres de familia y escuchar sus preocupaciones y expectativas de nuestra escuela, realizaremos una reunión en el edificio de la futura Escuela Secundaria Hernández (actualmente Centro de 9no Grado Stony Point) el día18 de febrero a las 7:00 PM.
Los padres tendrán la oportunidad de dar su opinión en cuanto a los colores de la escuela y la elección de mascota, así como también hacer preguntas sobre las hojas de selección de clases para el próximo año.
Acompáñenos se servirá un refrigerio.
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SAVE THE DATE: PTA Meeting March 25th 7:30 pm and April 8th 7:30 p.m.
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MARQUE SU CALENDARIO
Reunión de PTA: 25 de marzo a las 7:30 PM y el 8 de abril a las 7:30 PM
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In order to begin meeting parents and hearing your hopes and concerns for our school, there will be a meeting at the future Hernandez Middle School (currently Stony Point 9) at 7:00 p.m. on February 18th.
Parents will have an opportunity to give input on school colors and mascot, as well as ask questions about choice sheets for next year.
Please join us – light refreshments will be served.
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Reunión Informativa para Padres de Familia
Con el objetivo de comenzar a reunirnos con los padres de familia y escuchar sus preocupaciones y expectativas de nuestra escuela, realizaremos una reunión en el edificio de la futura Escuela Secundaria Hernández (actualmente Centro de 9no Grado Stony Point) el día18 de febrero a las 7:00 PM.
Los padres tendrán la oportunidad de dar su opinión en cuanto a los colores de la escuela y la elección de mascota, así como también hacer preguntas sobre las hojas de selección de clases para el próximo año.
Acompáñenos se servirá un refrigerio.
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SAVE THE DATE: PTA Meeting March 25th 7:30 pm and April 8th 7:30 p.m.
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MARQUE SU CALENDARIO
Reunión de PTA: 25 de marzo a las 7:30 PM y el 8 de abril a las 7:30 PM
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Friday, January 22, 2010
Dr. Brennan chosen to lead new middle school
Dr. Deborah Brennan, current Associate Principal at Stony Point High School (10-12), has been selected to lead the district's 10th middle school. Cpl. Robert P. Hernandez Middle School is currently operating as the Stony Point 9th Grade Center which will revert to a middle school in August 2010 upon the opening of Cedar Ridge High School.
Dr. Brennan is a confident and passionate educator who values partnerships with parents, students, staff and community members. She believes in the importance of working together as a team to ensure student success. She continually seeks appropriate, timely, research-based professional development for herself and for her staff.
“Dr. Brennan has a strong belief that all students can learn and be successful,” said Superintendent Dr. Jesús H. Chávez. “She is a proven instructional leader who believes in fostering a student-centered school culture and climate. Dr. Brennan has a thorough understanding of curriculum alignment and instructional best practices.”
Prior to her experience at Stony Point High School, Dr. Brennan served as an administrator in Colorado. She has eleven years teaching experience at both the middle and high school level. She has a Doctorate in Special Education as well as a Master’s degree in Educational Leadership and Special Education from the University of Northern Colorado. Dr. Brennan also has a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Central Oklahoma. In addition, she has Texas certification in the areas of Principal, Secondary English, Secondary History, Secondary Social Studies Composite, and Gifted and Talented (6-12).
Dr. Brennan is a confident and passionate educator who values partnerships with parents, students, staff and community members. She believes in the importance of working together as a team to ensure student success. She continually seeks appropriate, timely, research-based professional development for herself and for her staff.
“Dr. Brennan has a strong belief that all students can learn and be successful,” said Superintendent Dr. Jesús H. Chávez. “She is a proven instructional leader who believes in fostering a student-centered school culture and climate. Dr. Brennan has a thorough understanding of curriculum alignment and instructional best practices.”
Prior to her experience at Stony Point High School, Dr. Brennan served as an administrator in Colorado. She has eleven years teaching experience at both the middle and high school level. She has a Doctorate in Special Education as well as a Master’s degree in Educational Leadership and Special Education from the University of Northern Colorado. Dr. Brennan also has a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Central Oklahoma. In addition, she has Texas certification in the areas of Principal, Secondary English, Secondary History, Secondary Social Studies Composite, and Gifted and Talented (6-12).
Wednesday, January 20, 2010
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
When will Hernandez Middle School open?
Hernandez Middle School will open for the 2010-2011 school year.
What are the school colors and mascot?
Future students of Hernandez Middle School voted for red and yellow as their school colors and the Bulldog as their mascot.
Who is the school named after?
Hernandez MS is named in honor of PFC Robert P. Hernandez. Hernandez has the distinction of being the only Vietnam War casualty from Round Rock. He was awarded the Purple Heart, Vietnam Service Medal, and the Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal. Hernandez was born and raised in Round Rock and graduated from Round Rock High School in 1967.
What elementary schools feed into Hernandez MS?
All students from Double File Trail and Robertson ES are assigned to Hernandez MS. Some students from Teravista and Union Hill ES will also attend Hernandez MS.
What high school will Hernandez MS students attend?
Hernandez MS students are assigned to Stony Point HS.
Hernandez Middle School will open for the 2010-2011 school year.
What are the school colors and mascot?
Future students of Hernandez Middle School voted for red and yellow as their school colors and the Bulldog as their mascot.
Who is the school named after?
Hernandez MS is named in honor of PFC Robert P. Hernandez. Hernandez has the distinction of being the only Vietnam War casualty from Round Rock. He was awarded the Purple Heart, Vietnam Service Medal, and the Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal. Hernandez was born and raised in Round Rock and graduated from Round Rock High School in 1967.
What elementary schools feed into Hernandez MS?
All students from Double File Trail and Robertson ES are assigned to Hernandez MS. Some students from Teravista and Union Hill ES will also attend Hernandez MS.
What high school will Hernandez MS students attend?
Hernandez MS students are assigned to Stony Point HS.
Sunday, January 10, 2010
En Español
Selección de Cursos para 2011
Reunión con la Comunidad en Marzo
Nuevo Horario de Reuniones de la Asociación de Padres y Maestros (PTA)
El Consejo de PTA del Distrito Escolar de Round Rock invita a aquellos padres de familia, maestros y personal de las escuelas nuevas a que asistan a las reuniones de organización de PTA para cada uno de las escuelas que abrirán sus puestas en el año escolar 2010-2011. Cada una de estas reuniones discutirá distintos puntos y por lo tanto su participación es importante en ambas reuniones. En la primera reunión, se hablará sobre oportunidades de voluntariado en los comités de estatutos (Bylaws) y nominación en caso existan por lo menos 20 voluntarios que deseen formar una asociación de padres y maestros. Estos comités tendrán dos semanas para trabajar en un plan de actividades durante la segunda reunión. En la segunda reunión, el comité de estatutos será adoptado y los miembros tendrán la oportunidad de formar el PTA y pagar las cuotas. Finalmente, los oficiales serán electos y el nuevo presidente podrá dirigir unas palabras.
1ra Reunión Jueves, 25 de marzo de 2010 7pm Hernandez M.S. (SP 9)
2da Reunión Jueves, 8 de abril de 2010 7pm Hernandez M.S. (SP 9)
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Reunión Informativa para Padres de Familia
Con el objetivo de comenzar a reunirnos con los padres de familia y escuchar sus preocupaciones y expectativas de nuestra escuela, realizaremos una reunión en el edificio de la futura Escuela Secundaria Hernández (actualmente Centro de 9no Grado Stony Point) el día18 de febrero a las 7:00 PM.
Los padres tendrán la oportunidad de dar su opinión en cuanto a los colores de la escuela y la elección de mascota, así como también hacer preguntas sobre las hojas de selección de clases para el próximo año.
Acompáñenos se servirá un refrigerio.
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MARQUE SU CALENDARIO
Reunión de PTA: 25 de marzo a las 7:30 PM y el 8 de abril a las 7:30 PM
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