Hernandez IB World School
Round Rock ISD
TOMORROW IS THE BIG DAY!
Student Planners in Advisory!
Thursday during Advisory, every student will receive their official student planner for the year—their personal roadmap to staying organized and stress-free.
How to Partner with Your Child Tomorrow Evening:
Explore it Together: Take 10 minutes to flip through the pages with your student, check out the layout, and discuss how they plan to use it.
Build a Plan of Support: Decide on a simple routine at home—like a quick 2-minute daily check-in after school or dinner—so you can support their goals without micromanaging.
Set the Daily Habit: Remind them that this planner needs to travel in their backpack to and from school every single day.
Thank you for helping us build great habits early and set your child up for a phenomenal school year!
Get ready, Bulldogs! On Thursday, September 10th, Hernandez Middle School students will receive their official 2026–2027 Student Planner in Advisory to help keep the Pack organized, focused, and ready to conquer the school year.
Planner Highlights & Features:
Academic Tracking: Pre-formatted weekly and monthly calendar views to record daily homework, test scores and dates, schedule IB project deadlines, and track goals.
HERO Cards: Keep up with weekly grades and tutoring.
Subject Notes: Filled with sentence stems for writing assignments and subject specific notes to help with homework.
Durable Design: Built with a sturdy spiral binding to withstand daily backpack transit all year long.
Helpful Links & Resources:
Check out this video to see how parents can help support their students with their planners.
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HERNANDEZ MIDDLE SCHOOL
Hispanic Heritage Month Fiesta Night
A celebration of the cultures, traditions, and contributions of our Hispanic and Latinx
community.
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 7, 5:30 PM–7:00 PM
Join Us for Fiesta Night
Families are invited to sign up to host a table highlighting their culture, country, and
traditions.
We are also seeking volunteers to bring dishes to share and sample with our
community.
Our Fine Arts and Elective teams will present a special program of performances.
SIGN UP TO PARTICIPATE AND HELP US MAKE THIS CELEBRATION SPECIAL!
Sign Up for Fiesta Night
Picture Day is coming on Friday, October 16!
You can place your order on mylifetouch.com using your Picture Day ID: EVTH72CDC.
Order before midnight on Picture Day to get FREE shipping!
Your child can also bring their completed flyer with cash or check on Picture Day. Orders after Picture Day must be placed online on mylifetouch.com
🎉 Hernandez Middle School Fiesta Night! 🎉
Join us as we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month and honor the cultures, traditions, and contributions of our Hispanic and Latinx community!
📅 Wednesday, October 7
⏰ 5:30–7:00 PM
📍 Hernandez Middle School
🌎 Share Your Culture!
Families are invited to host a table showcasing their culture, country, traditions, or heritage.
🍽️ Share a Taste of Tradition!
We are also looking for families and volunteers to bring dishes for our community to sample and enjoy. Hernandez will provide chips and a variety of salsas!
🎶 Enjoy Special Performances!
Our Fine Arts and Elective teams will help us celebrate with special performances throughout the evening.
🐾 We need our Bulldog families to help make Fiesta Night a celebration to remember!
Sign up to participate, volunteer, or share a dish with our community.
Fiesta Night Sign up here
More event details and sign-up information coming soon! 💙💛
Hernandez Middle School 8th graders are invited to ECHS Recruitment Friday on September 18, 2026, at 8:15 AM. Student leaders and ambassadors from Early College High School will visit to share insights on academic pathways, college opportunities, and leadership experiences. This presentation offers students a valuable chance to explore their high school options and start preparing for a brighter future.
Event Details:
Who: 8th-Grade Students (Presented by ECHS Student Leaders and Ambassadors)
What: Early College High School Recruitment Presentation
Where: Hernandez Middle School
When: Friday, September 18, 2026, at 8:15 AM
What students will learn:
College Opportunities: Discover how ECHS helps students get a head start on college credit during high school.
Academic Pathways: Learn about specialized course sequences and academic track options.
Student Leadership: Hear directly from current ECHS ambassadors about leadership roles, student life, and campus culture.
Brighter Futures: Explore long-term pathways toward higher education and career success.
🚨🐾 DON’T FORGET, BULLDOGS! 🐾🚨
Our Back to School Dance is THIS FRIDAY! 🎉🕺💃
Get ready to hang out with friends, dance, and kick off the school year Bulldog style! 🐶💙💛
📅 THIS FRIDAY!
🎶 Music • Dancing • Friends • Fun!
We can’t wait to see our Bulldogs there! 🙌
🐾 ALL IN FOR THE PACK! 🐾
#HernandezMiddleSchool #BulldogPride #BackToSchoolDance #AllInForThePack
6th Grade Parents and Guardians,
Last Friday in 6th grade Accel Science class, we officially launched our Science Fair project! The students learned about the expectations, timelines, and how to begin researching topic ideas.
Here are a few important details to discuss with your student as they get started:
Project Selection & Difficulty: We are using Science Buddies to help students explore project ideas based on their interests. When browsing, please note that students may choose projects labeled as Intermediate Hard, Advanced Easy, Advanced Medium, or Advanced Hard.
Budget & Materials: As your child researches potential projects, please talk with them about the materials required and any associated costs before they make a final decision.
Partner Projects: Some students have expressed interest in working with a partner. Because the majority of project preparation and research will be completed outside of school, please discuss this option with your student. Partners will need to coordinate schedules, divide workloads fairly, and agree on how to split any material costs.
Next Steps & Important Information:
Safety & Approval: All project proposals must be approved by me before students begin purchasing materials or conducting experiments. A google form will be placed into the Science Fair Google Classroom next week and will need to be completed by your student by September 14, 2026.
Key Deadlines: Deadlines are included in our launch presentation attached.
Thank you for your support in making this a fun and educational experience for your child. Please reach out to your child's science teacher if you have any questions!
Way to go HeMs PTA on a strong start to membership! We are on our way! We still need more members to reach our yearly goal.
Join today!
Joinpta.org
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!
Hernandez is proud to celebrate earning 4 distinctions on 2026 STAAR Accountability!
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
