Hernandez IB World School
Round Rock ISD
Hernandez is proud to celebrate earning 4 distinctions on 2026 STAAR Accountability!
Have you completed your 2026-27 annual forms for your student?
Make sure to complete these and check them off your list early!
School starts Aug. 19, and our online annual forms portal closes Sept. 4.
If you need help with your forms, please make an appointment with any of our campus registrars.
Say Cheese, Bulldogs! 📸🐾
Picture Day is coming up on Thursday, September 3! Pictures will be taken during the school day, so come dressed and ready to show off your best Bulldog smile. 💙💛
We can’t wait to capture another great year at Hernandez Middle School!
All In for the Pack! 🐾
🐾🎉 BULLDOGS, IT’S TIME TO DANCE! 🎉🐾
We’re kicking off the school year Bulldog style! 💙💛
Join us for our BACK TO SCHOOL DANCE and get ready for an evening of music, dancing, friends, and FUN! 🎶🕺💃
📅 Date: Friday, 9/4/2026
⏰ Time: 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
📍 Location: Hernandez Middle School
🎟️ Tickets: $7 at the door, $10 at the door
tickets will be sold during lunch
Come out, show your Bulldog spirit, and celebrate the start of an AMAZING school year with your Pack! 🐾
🎲 ALL IN FOR THE PACK! 🎲
💙💛 We can’t wait to see our Bulldogs there!
#AllInForThePack #BackToSchoolDance #BulldogPride #HernandezMS #GoBulldogs
We’re kicking off the school year Bulldog style! 💙💛
Join us for our BACK TO SCHOOL DANCE and get ready for an evening of music, dancing, friends, and FUN! 🎶🕺💃
📅 Date: Friday, 9/4/2026
⏰ Time: 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
📍 Location: Hernandez Middle School
🎟️ Tickets: $7 at the door, $10 at the door
tickets will be sold during lunch
Come out, show your Bulldog spirit, and celebrate the start of an AMAZING school year with your Pack! 🐾
🎲 ALL IN FOR THE PACK! 🎲
💙💛 We can’t wait to see our Bulldogs there!
#AllInForThePack #BackToSchoolDance #BulldogPride #HernandezMS #GoBulldogs
🚨 i-Ready Inform Tomorrow! 🚨
💻 Bring your Chromebook to school FULLY CHARGED and ready to go!
⏰ Testing begins at 8:15 AM.
📋 Testing rosters will be posted around the school to help you find your room.
🐾 Come ready to focus, do your best, and show what you know, Bulldogs! 💙💛
Our[ ](https://canva.link/6jusj6wq8s2i7id)[**Hernandez No Fuss Fundraiser**](https://canva.link/6jusj6wq8s2i7id) is officially underway, and we need the help of our entire Bulldog community!
Our goal is for **every student to raise at least $35** by asking family members, friends, and supporters to make a donation to Hernandez Middle School. Every contribution helps us provide additional resources, student experiences, incentives, supplies, and opportunities that directly benefit our campus and our Bulldogs.
🎉 **Raise $35 or more:** Students will be invited to a special campus celebration during the afternoon of **September 18**.
🎮 **Raise $70 or more:** Students will receive access to even more games and prizes during the celebration!
🍬 **Early Bird Treat:** Students who raise their first **$25 by September 1** will receive a special treat during lunch.
Every donation counts, and every student can help! Encourage your Bulldog to reach out to grandparents, aunts, uncles, family friends, neighbors, and other supporters who would love the opportunity to invest in our students.
Our goal is simple: **$35 per student and one PACK working together to support Hernandez!** 💙💛
Thank you for going **All In for the Pack** and helping us make this fundraiser a success!
Fundraiser Contribution LInk : https://my.cheddarup.com/c/bulldog-donation-fundraiser-2026/items
Our goal is for **every student to raise at least $35** by asking family members, friends, and supporters to make a donation to Hernandez Middle School. Every contribution helps us provide additional resources, student experiences, incentives, supplies, and opportunities that directly benefit our campus and our Bulldogs.
🎉 **Raise $35 or more:** Students will be invited to a special campus celebration during the afternoon of **September 18**.
🎮 **Raise $70 or more:** Students will receive access to even more games and prizes during the celebration!
🍬 **Early Bird Treat:** Students who raise their first **$25 by September 1** will receive a special treat during lunch.
Every donation counts, and every student can help! Encourage your Bulldog to reach out to grandparents, aunts, uncles, family friends, neighbors, and other supporters who would love the opportunity to invest in our students.
Our goal is simple: **$35 per student and one PACK working together to support Hernandez!** 💙💛
Thank you for going **All In for the Pack** and helping us make this fundraiser a success!
Fundraiser Contribution LInk : https://my.cheddarup.com/c/bulldog-donation-fundraiser-2026/items
Bulldog Families,
You're invited to Hernandez Middle School's Meet the Teacher Night!
Wednesday, August 26
🕠 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Welcome Back, Bulldog Families! Please review the information below before the first day so that arrival, dismissal, and transportation are as safe and efficient as possible.
Dear Hernandez Middle School Families,
Welcome back to another exciting school year! We are thrilled to welcome our students and families back to campus as we begin the 2026–2027 school year ALL IN FOR THE PACK!
At Hernandez Middle School, we believe that every day is an opportunity for students to build meaningful relationships, develop essential skills, discover their strengths, and prepare for success in life beyond the classroom. We are excited to partner with you throughout the year as we inspire students to learn and empower them for life.
Student Schedules
Thank you for your patience and understanding as we worked to finalize student schedules. Schedules are now finalized and available through HAC (Home Access Center). Families are encouraged to log in and review their child's schedule before the first day of school. Tomorrow morning, all students will receive information directing them to their advisory location. Once in advisory, their advisory teacher will distribute the official student schedule and provide guidance on how to follow it throughout the school day.
If you have concerns regarding your child's schedule, please contact our counseling team. Our counselors will address schedule concerns as quickly as possible and assist families as we begin the school year.
Student Drop-Off & Pick-Up
As you prepare for the first day, please take a moment to review the student drop-off and pick-up signage around campus. The signage provides important information regarding designated locations for daily arrival and dismissal.
Some students and families may have a specialized drop-off or pick-up tag for a specific location based on arrangements made with the student's teacher or specialized program. Please follow the designated location associated with your child's assigned tag.
🚌 First-Day Expectations & Transportation Delays
The first several days of school are exciting and can also require a little extra patience!
Expect major delays: Traffic will be heavier than usual, and buses may run slower as drivers confirm student rosters and adjust to new stops. Allow extra time: Students should arrive at their designated bus stop a few minutes early for both morning pickup and afternoon drop-off. Expect initial overcrowding: Some buses may feel crowded during the first week or two. Ridership typically stabilizes as routines become established.
SMART Tag System
Please remember these important expectations for students riding the bus:
ID Scanning Required: Students must tap their Round Rock ISD SMART Tag card on the bus reader when boarding and exiting. Families can learn more about the system through Round Rock ISD SMART Tag.
Parent App: Families are encouraged to register for the SMART Tag Parent App to monitor student pickup/drop-off times and bus assignments.
Assigned Buses Only: Students must ride only their assigned bus and use their designated bus stop.
ALL IN FOR THE PACK!
As we begin this new school year, we are asking our entire Hernandez community to be ALL IN students, families, teachers, staff, and community partners.
When we work together, our students thrive. Thank you for trusting us with your children, partnering with our campus, and supporting our students as they learn, grow, and prepare for their futures.
We cannot wait to see our Bulldogs back on campus and ready to make this year one to remember!
Let's make it a great year because we are ALL IN FOR THE PACK!
Dear Hernandez Middle School Families,
Welcome back to another exciting school year! We are thrilled to welcome our students and families back to campus as we begin the 2026–2027 school year ALL IN FOR THE PACK!
At Hernandez Middle School, we believe that every day is an opportunity for students to build meaningful relationships, develop essential skills, discover their strengths, and prepare for success in life beyond the classroom. We are excited to partner with you throughout the year as we inspire students to learn and empower them for life.
Student Schedules
Thank you for your patience and understanding as we worked to finalize student schedules. Schedules are now finalized and available through HAC (Home Access Center). Families are encouraged to log in and review their child's schedule before the first day of school. Tomorrow morning, all students will receive information directing them to their advisory location. Once in advisory, their advisory teacher will distribute the official student schedule and provide guidance on how to follow it throughout the school day.
If you have concerns regarding your child's schedule, please contact our counseling team. Our counselors will address schedule concerns as quickly as possible and assist families as we begin the school year.
Student Drop-Off & Pick-Up
As you prepare for the first day, please take a moment to review the student drop-off and pick-up signage around campus. The signage provides important information regarding designated locations for daily arrival and dismissal.
Some students and families may have a specialized drop-off or pick-up tag for a specific location based on arrangements made with the student's teacher or specialized program. Please follow the designated location associated with your child's assigned tag.
🚌 First-Day Expectations & Transportation Delays
The first several days of school are exciting and can also require a little extra patience!
Expect major delays: Traffic will be heavier than usual, and buses may run slower as drivers confirm student rosters and adjust to new stops. Allow extra time: Students should arrive at their designated bus stop a few minutes early for both morning pickup and afternoon drop-off. Expect initial overcrowding: Some buses may feel crowded during the first week or two. Ridership typically stabilizes as routines become established.
SMART Tag System
Please remember these important expectations for students riding the bus:
ID Scanning Required: Students must tap their Round Rock ISD SMART Tag card on the bus reader when boarding and exiting. Families can learn more about the system through Round Rock ISD SMART Tag.
Parent App: Families are encouraged to register for the SMART Tag Parent App to monitor student pickup/drop-off times and bus assignments.
Assigned Buses Only: Students must ride only their assigned bus and use their designated bus stop.
ALL IN FOR THE PACK!
As we begin this new school year, we are asking our entire Hernandez community to be ALL IN students, families, teachers, staff, and community partners.
When we work together, our students thrive. Thank you for trusting us with your children, partnering with our campus, and supporting our students as they learn, grow, and prepare for their futures.
We cannot wait to see our Bulldogs back on campus and ready to make this year one to remember!
Let's make it a great year because we are ALL IN FOR THE PACK!
Dear Hernandez Middle School Families,
We are aware that student schedules are currently visible in Home Access Center (HAC). At this time, please note that our counselors are still actively working on student schedules, and they are not yet finalized.
As we continue balancing class sizes, making placement adjustments, and ensuring students are scheduled appropriately, you may notice changes to your student's schedule over the next several days.
We sincerely appreciate your patience and understanding as we complete this important process. We will send a campus-wide communication as soon as schedules are 100% finalized and ready for families to review.
Thank you for your continued support, and we look forward to welcoming our Bulldogs for another great school year!
Sincerely,
Hernandez Middle School Administration
We are aware that student schedules are currently visible in Home Access Center (HAC). At this time, please note that our counselors are still actively working on student schedules, and they are not yet finalized.
As we continue balancing class sizes, making placement adjustments, and ensuring students are scheduled appropriately, you may notice changes to your student's schedule over the next several days.
We sincerely appreciate your patience and understanding as we complete this important process. We will send a campus-wide communication as soon as schedules are 100% finalized and ready for families to review.
Thank you for your continued support, and we look forward to welcoming our Bulldogs for another great school year!
Sincerely,
Hernandez Middle School Administration
🎉 Attention Incoming 6th Grade & New-to-Hernandez Families! 🐾
We are excited to welcome our incoming 6th grade families and families with students who are New to Hernandez Middle School in grades 6–8!
Join our administrative team for a Virtual New Family Welcome Meeting to learn about our campus, meet our leadership team, and receive important information to help your student have a successful start to the school year.
📅 Wednesday, August 5
🕟 4:30–5:30 PM
💻 https://meet.google.com/dhi-bjzh-dcv
Or dial: (US) +1 314-474-2624 PIN: 703 402 602#
Whether your student is starting middle school for the first time in 6th grade or joining Hernandez as a new 7th or 8th grader, this meeting is for you! We'll cover campus expectations, important procedures, and answer your questions before the first day of school.
We can't wait to welcome your family to the Bulldog Pack!
💙 Hernandez Middle School
One Pack, One Purpose 🐾
Reminder: 6th Grade Pup Camp is Almost Here! Aug. 6th 9AM-11:30AM
📣 📅 Mark Your Calendars, Bulldog Families! 🐾
You're invited to Hernandez Middle School's Meet the Teacher Night!
📅 Wednesday, August 26
🕠 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
🎉 Attention Incoming 6th Grade & New-to-Hernandez Families! 🐾
We are excited to welcome our incoming 6th grade families and families with students who are new to Hernandez Middle School in grades 6–8!
Join our administrative team for a Virtual New Family Welcome Meeting to learn about our campus, meet our leadership team, and receive important information to help your student have a successful start to the school year.
📅 Wednesday, August 5
🕟 4:30–5:30 PM
💻 https://meet.google.com/dhi-bjzh-dcv
Or dial: (US) +1 314-474-2624 PIN: 703 402 602#
Whether your student is starting middle school for the first time in 6th grade or joining Hernandez as a new 7th or 8th grader, this meeting is for you! We'll cover campus expectations, important procedures, and answer your questions before the first day of school.
We can't wait to welcome your family to the Bulldog Pack!
💙 Hernandez Middle School
One Pack, One Purpose 🐾
6th Grade Pup Camp is Almost Here! Aug. 6th 9AM-11:30AM
We are incredibly proud of our cheerleaders for the dedication, energy, and commitment they showed during cheer camp! Throughout the week, our students pushed themselves, learned new skills, built confidence, and showed what it means to work together as a team. Their hard work, positive attitudes, and willingness to support one another truly stood out. 💙🤍
A special thank you to Coach French for stepping in and providing guidance, encouragement, and support to our students. Your time, leadership, and commitment helped make this experience a success for our cheerleaders, and we are so grateful for the impact you made.
Our cheerleaders are ready to bring their spirit, teamwork, and pride to the upcoming season! We can’t wait to see all the amazing things this team will accomplish. 📣⭐
#ALLIN #OnePackOnePurpose #HernandezBulldogs #CheerPride #Teamwork
📢 Reminder for incoming 8th-Grade Families
We invite all incoming 8th-grade families to attend our make-up Virtual Parent Meeting this afternoon, Thursday, July 16, at 4:00 PM.
Please use the following link to join the meeting: Upcoming Hems 8th-grade Make-Up Parent Meeting
https://meet.google.com/jjc-jmjz-sor?hs=122&authuser=0
Thank you,
We invite all incoming 8th-grade families to attend our make-up Virtual Parent Meeting this afternoon, Thursday, July 16, at 4:00 PM.
Please use the following link to join the meeting: Upcoming Hems 8th-grade Make-Up Parent Meeting
https://meet.google.com/jjc-jmjz-sor?hs=122&authuser=0
Thank you,
6th Grade Pup Camp is almost here!
Join us on Thursday, August 6, at 9:00 a.m. at Hernandez Middle School for a fun-filled morning of meeting new classmates, exploring the campus, and getting ready for an amazing 6th grade year. We can't wait to welcome our newest Bulldogs!
See you soon!
The 2026–2027 School Supply List is HERE! 🎒✏️📓
Our HeMS Bulldogs are getting ready for another amazing year of learning, growing, and achieving great things, and it all starts with being prepared! Be sure to check out the official school supply list and start gathering everything your student will need for a successful school year.
Let's kick off the 2026–2027 school year strong, organized, and ready to shine. Together, our Bulldog family is unstoppable!
🐾 Bulldog Pride Starts Here!
📚 Get your supplies.
🎒 Get excited.
💙 Get ready for an incredible year!
Go HeMS Bulldogs!
Dear 8th Grade Families,
We hope you are enjoying your summer! As we prepare for an exciting and successful 8th-grade year, we want to ensure that every family has the opportunity to receive important information about the upcoming school year.
If you were unable to attend our first virtual parent meeting, we invite you to join our make-up virtual 8th Grade Parent Meeting on Thursday, July 16, 2026, at 4:00 PM. During the meeting, we will review important information about 8th-grade expectations, academic success, attendance, activities, and ways we can partner together to support your child throughout the year.
Google Meet Link:
meet.google.com/jjc-jmjz-sor
Whether you attended the first meeting or would simply like a refresher, you are welcome to join us. We value our partnership with families and look forward to connecting with you as we begin another great school year.
Thank you for your continued support of Hernandez Middle School. We look forward to seeing you virtually on July 16!
Warm regards,
Dr. Johnson
Associate Principal
Hernandez Middle School
We hope you are enjoying your summer! As we prepare for an exciting and successful 8th-grade year, we want to ensure that every family has the opportunity to receive important information about the upcoming school year.
If you were unable to attend our first virtual parent meeting, we invite you to join our make-up virtual 8th Grade Parent Meeting on Thursday, July 16, 2026, at 4:00 PM. During the meeting, we will review important information about 8th-grade expectations, academic success, attendance, activities, and ways we can partner together to support your child throughout the year.
Google Meet Link:
meet.google.com/jjc-jmjz-sor
Whether you attended the first meeting or would simply like a refresher, you are welcome to join us. We value our partnership with families and look forward to connecting with you as we begin another great school year.
Thank you for your continued support of Hernandez Middle School. We look forward to seeing you virtually on July 16!
Warm regards,
Dr. Johnson
Associate Principal
Hernandez Middle School
GoGuardian / Beacon After Hours and Non-Instructional Day Notifications
To support student safety, digital citizenship, and social-emotional well-being, Round Rock ISD partnered with GoGuardian this fall to implement the Beacon digital monitoring system. Beacon helps district and campus staff monitor student online activity during the school day to identify potential safety concerns and provide timely support when needed.
School-day monitoring hours in Beacon are 7:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. on instructional days. On those non-instructional days, district staff will not actively monitor Beacon notifications.
Outside of school hours, and during weekends, holidays, and school breaks, parents and guardians may continue monitoring their student’s online activity by using the GoGuardian Parent Mobile App.
The Beacon system allows district staff and parents to view:
Student online browsing activity, and
Activity within the student’s district Google account.
When enabled, Beacon generates notifications for online activity that may indicate that a student could benefit from additional support.
Parent Monitoring Encouraged
Parents and guardians are encouraged to download the GoGuardian Parent App to continue monitoring their students’ online activity during Winter Break and throughout the year outside of school hours or on non-instructional days.
Thank you for partnering with us to support student safety and well-being, both online and offline.
To support student safety, digital citizenship, and social-emotional well-being, Round Rock ISD partnered with GoGuardian this fall to implement the Beacon digital monitoring system. Beacon helps district and campus staff monitor student online activity during the school day to identify potential safety concerns and provide timely support when needed.
School-day monitoring hours in Beacon are 7:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. on instructional days. On those non-instructional days, district staff will not actively monitor Beacon notifications.
Outside of school hours, and during weekends, holidays, and school breaks, parents and guardians may continue monitoring their student’s online activity by using the GoGuardian Parent Mobile App.
The Beacon system allows district staff and parents to view:
Student online browsing activity, and
Activity within the student’s district Google account.
When enabled, Beacon generates notifications for online activity that may indicate that a student could benefit from additional support.
Parent Monitoring Encouraged
Parents and guardians are encouraged to download the GoGuardian Parent App to continue monitoring their students’ online activity during Winter Break and throughout the year outside of school hours or on non-instructional days.
Thank you for partnering with us to support student safety and well-being, both online and offline.