Southern Heights Elementary School

This week is our final week of preparation, and we are proud of the hard work our students have been putting in. They have been practicing the skills and strategies they need, and they are ready to show what they know.
Testing will begin on March 30.
Attendance during testing is extremely important. Please make every effort to have your child at school each day and on time so they do not miss any part of the assessment.
You can help set your child up for success by making sure they:
• Get a good night’s sleep
• Eat a healthy breakfast
• Arrive to school on time
• Come with a positive mindset
We are excited to see our students finish strong and show their growth. Thank you for your support as we head into testing week!
¡Las evaluaciones NMSSA están a la vuelta de la esquina!
Esta semana es nuestra última semana de preparación, Estamos muy orgullosos del esfuerzo que nuestros estudiantes han estado demostrando demostrando. Han estado practicando las habilidades y estrategias que necesitan, y están listos para demostrar lo que saben.
Las evaluaciones comenzarán el 30 de marzo.
La asistencia durante las evaluaciones es extremadamente importante. Por favor, haga todo lo posible para que su hijo/a asista a la escuela todos los días y llegue a tiempo para que no pierda ninguna parte del examen.
Usted puede ayudar a preparar a su hijo/a para el éxito asegurándose de que:
• Duerma bien por la noche
• Desayune de manera saludable
• Llegue a la escuela a tiempo
• Venga con una mentalidad positiva
Estamos emocionados de ver a nuestros estudiantes terminar con éxito y demostrar su progreso. ¡Gracias por su apoyo mientras nos acercamos a la semana de evaluaciones!

These fantastic staff members within Hobbs Municipal Schools deliver targeted support to students who may need extra help while they work alongside their classroom teachers. Paraprofessionals are the unsung heroes of our education system and we are proud of your dedication to your students and to HMS! Thank you!
#studentcentered #service #capacitybuilding #thegoldstandard

March 2nd is Read Across America Day, a day to celebrate one of our favorite activities at Hobbs Schools... READING!

This day was established by the National Education Association (NEA) in 1998 to help get kids excited about reading.
On National Read Across America Day, students, teachers, parents, and community members around the nation come together to read books and celebrate the joy of reading — join us and read a good book together!

Be on the lookout for fun days of dress up, reading and celebrating the literary genius of Dr. Seuss within the district for Dr. Seuss Week , March 2-6!
This is an annual, school-focused celebration held around March 2nd (the author's birthday) to promote reading, often aligning with National Read Across America Day. It features themed, book-based dress-up days—such as wearing stripes, crazy socks, or green—alongside classroom activities, crafts, and reading sessions to foster a love for literacy!
#studentcentered

Friendly reminder that Hobbs Schools will be closed and there is no school for students on Monday, February 16th, as we are having a professional development day for our staff.
We will see students back in class for regular schedule on Tuesday.
GO Eagles!

⭐️A group of ladies from the HMS nutritional services team are visiting the NM Round House today!They are meeting with our legislators to make sure New Mexico students are provided access to healthy school meals.🦅 #service #studentcentered

A BIG congratulations to the HHS Science Olympiad team who took first place in the SE Regional Science Olympiad competition recently in Lovington at the 6th Grade Academy. Also a BIG thank you to Mr. Epperson, the HHS Science Olympiad Coach who invested in these students to get them ready to shine at competition.
Way to GO Eagles!

Congratulations are in order! Our boys' swim and dive team secured first place at the 3-4 District NMAA championship held in Artesia today. We surpassed the powerful Artesia Bulldogs by 12 points. Clovis Wildcats took third place with 82 points. Our girls' team delivered another impressive performance, securing third place, narrowly edged out by Clovis and Artesia. All of our kids had some incredible swims today and had personal best times. Well done Eagles!
@hobbsathletics1

Hello, Hobbs Eagles! 📢We will operate schools on a normal schedule today, Friday, January 23rd.📢 👉The district coordinates weather guidance with other local agencies and the National Weather Service. ⭐️This morning, National Weather Service officials shared that they do not expect freezing conditions to occur until Friday afternoon. 🌨️We will continue to keep a close eye on the weather over the weekend to inform you as soon as possible about our plans for next week. 🗓️ 👉Families can get the most up-to-date information from our website and our socials. Please reshare to help us get the word out. Thank you!🦅

Are you curious and excited about Hobbs Schools two new Middle school build status? We are too, so we want to share HMS has a New Middle School Live cams at each location so you can see the progress of our exciting replacement of Heizer Middle School and the new fourth Del Norte Middle School in Hobbs!
Just visit our website at www.hobbsschools.net and hit the New Middle Schools Live Cam tab to get updates.
As always, THANK YOU to our Eagles community for your generous support of our district and your students!

Tonight, Superintendent Gene Strickland along with HMS staff Donna Jones, Laura Otto, United Way Vice Chair Kristy Hughes and Dena Strickland had the great pleasure of attending the United Way of Lea County - Inspired Giving Ceremony! We are so proud to celebrate HMS School Board member Pam Randall, Executive Director of the Literacy Coalition of the Permian Basin, who was recognized as Volunteer of the Year. Way to go Pam! We are incredibly thankful for the partnership and impact of United Way and HMS staff volunteer efforts in our community. #service #capacitybuilding

It’s a time of year again…Kindergarten Round Up is just around the corner! Online sign ups start Feb 2nd on our website. These graphics give you all pertaining info, so take a screenshot and reshare out!

We want to recognize Mr. Fierros’s class for achieving perfect attendance this week and earning the privilege of displaying our Attendance Trophy. This accomplishment reflects a strong commitment to learning and being present for their classmates.
Attendance matters. Students learn best when they are here each day, participating in instruction, discussions, and hands-on activities that build understanding. Consistent attendance helps students stay on track and reach their full potential. Well done to this group for setting a positive example.


Queremos reconocer a la clase del señor Fierros por lograr asistencia perfecta esta semana y por obtener el privilegio de exhibir nuestro Trofeo de Asistencia en su salón. Este logro refleja un fuerte compromiso con el aprendizaje y con estar presentes para sus compañeros.
La asistencia es importante. Los estudiantes aprenden mejor cuando están aquí todos los días y participan en la instrucción, las discusiones y las actividades prácticas que fortalecen su comprensión. La asistencia constante ayuda a los estudiantes a mantenerse al día y alcanzar su máximo potencial. Excelente trabajo de este grupo por establecer un ejemplo positivo.

National Special Education Day is observed on December 2nd to commemorate the anniversary of the signing of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) in 1975. The day honors the progress made in special education and raises awareness about the importance of providing children with disabilities access to a free and appropriate public education. It is a time to recognize the work of special education teachers and advocates, celebrate student achievements, and promote inclusion.
Thank you to all our HMS Special Education staff who teach and suppoert our students with special needs every day!
#studentcentered #service #thegoldstandard #thehobbsway

🦅Hobbs Eagles! Important information regarding the upcoming holiday schedule. ⭐️Please be sure to save these dates⭐️

This season, we are working together to support families in our Southern Heights community. We are collecting non-perishable holiday meal items to create Thanksgiving baskets now through Thursday, November 20, 2025.
Pre-K and Kinder, 1st and 2nd Grade, and 3rd through 5th Grade hallways will each be contributing to a basket. If donations allow, we will create additional baskets to support even more families.
Donations can be dropped off in the front office or sent with your student to their teacher. Thank you for your generosity and for helping our school community take care of one another.
Esta temporada, estamos trabajando juntos para apoyar a las familias de nuestra comunidad de Southern Heights. Estamos recolectando alimentos no perecederos para crear canastas de Día de Acción de Gracias desde ahora hasta el jueves 20 de noviembre de 2025.
Cada pasillo estará contribuyendo a una canasta:
Pre-K – Kindergarten
1° – 2°
3° – 5°
Si recibimos suficientes donaciones, prepararemos canastas adicionales para apoyar a más familias.
Las donaciones se pueden dejar en la oficina principal o enviarse con su hijo(a) a su maestro(a). Gracias por su generosidad y por ayudar a nuestra comunidad escolar a cuidarse unos a otros.

ATTENTION HOBBS K-12 ARTISTS!
It is time to let your Eagle Pride shine! We are kicking off an exciting art challenge tied directly to our school-wide goal: daily attendance.
We challenge all K–12 students to design an original Eagle artwork that perfectly represents Hobbs pride and clearly illustrates the crucial theme: "Don't Drop the Ball - Attend Daily!" Show us how important it is to be in class every single day.
The winning artwork will get huge exposure, appearing on:
Hobbs Eagles and Lady Eagles Warm-up Jerseys!
The official Eagle Mascot’s T-Shirt!
Game-day promotions and displays!
This is your chance to use your art to leave a lasting mark on Hobbs Athletics and promote great attendance across the entire district!
DEADLINE: November 19, 2025
Get drawing and help us champion daily attendance! Share this post with every K-12 student you know!

WATCH VIDEO HERE: https://www.facebook.com/reel/730648022642730

ATENCIÓN ARTISTAS K-12 DE HOBBS!
Es hora de que tu Orgullo Águila brille! Estamos lanzando un emocionante desafío de arte vinculado directamente a nuestro objetivo de todo el distrito: la asistencia diaria.
Desafiamos a todos los estudiantes de K-12 a diseñar una obra de arte original de un Águila que represente a la perfección el orgullo de Hobbs e ilustre claramente el tema crucial: "¡No dejes caer la pelota - Asiste a diario!". Muéstranos lo importante que es estar en clase todos los días.
La obra de arte ganadora tendrá una enorme exposición, ya que aparecerá en:
Las camisetas de calentamiento de los Hobbs Eagles y Lady Eagles!
La camiseta oficial de la mascota Águila!
Promociones y exhibiciones en los días de partido!
Esta es tu oportunidad de usar tu arte para dejar una marca duradera en el Atletismo de Hobbs y promover una excelente asistencia en todo el distrito!
FECHA LÍMITE: 19 de noviembre de 2025
Empieza a dibujar y ayúdanos a promover la asistencia diaria! Comparte esta publicación con todos los estudiantes de K-12 que conozcas!

HMS Families-
Friendly Reminders:
Tuesday, November 4: NO SCHOOL for Election Day

Wednesday, November 5: All Hobbs Schools will release early for Lea County In-Service for Staff Elementary schools will release at 12:20 PM, Secondary schools will release at 11:30 am.

Please make arrangements for your student(s) on both these days and thanks!

Here's to the leader that is at heart an educator first, willing to positively motivate his staff to excellence, and always can be counted on to put students first in all his desicions! The Staff at HMS want to wish our boss, Superintendent Gene Strickland a very Happy National Boss Day!
Thank you Mr. Strickland for your impact and vision for our students unique futures in Hobbs Schools every day!