6th graders are enjoying science with Mrs. Nicholson. Yesterday, students in her classes created a model of a sinkhole and discussed factors that affect sinkhole formation.
Hardee Middle FFA Officer Team attended the Chapter Officer Leadership Team (COLT) today. They are back and ready to bring some fresh ideas and leadership strategies to our Chapter.
Tropical Storm Helene -
Updated information from the 5:00 p.m. advisory:
Hardee County is now under a tropical storm warning. Rain will begin tomorrow late afternoon/ evening with the winds on Thursday expected to gust to 50-60 mph along with 3+6 inches of rain. Weather should improve on Thursday afternoon/ evening.
The school district will be open for business tomorrow (Wednesday, September 25) as scheduled. Due to the forecast track, intensity, and the posting of a tropical storm watch for Hardee County, the school district will be CLOSED on Thursday, September 26 and plans to REOPEN on Friday, September 27 if the weather permits a safe return. As usual, we will keep you posted with the latest updates. Please be safe!
Detectives have concluded their investigation regarding the incident at Hardee junior High School this morning. It was determined an Exceptional Education Student pulled a classroom fire alarm. A student in the bathroom thought they heard gun shots and called 9-1-1. Deputies responded and confirmed there was no evidence of weaponry having been fired at the school through video footage, campus walkthroughs, and attendance verifications. It was concluded the student who called 9-1-1 was simply responding out of fear. At this time no charges are being filed. The students and faculty at Hardee Junior High are believed to be safe and should be commended for their swift execution of their emergency plans.
An incident occurred this morning at Hardee Junior High involving a student pulling a fire alarm. A report of gun shots was additionally reported. Deputies have responded and verified this was false information and there is no threat. Students and staff are safe. The subjects in question are detained and updates will be provided as they are available.
September 16, 2024 at 9:55:19 AM EDT
The Hardee County Sheriff’s Office and Hardee Junior High School investigated an alleged comment made regarding a neighboring county school threat. The investigation has concluded and no Hardee County Schools are believed to be the subject of a threat. We have no reason to believe students or staff are at risk of danger. Our schools are safe, secure, and ready for a week of learning!
Get ready for some fun at Hardee Junior High School with our latest fundraising challenge – Kiss the Pig! This exciting event will help raise money for all the fun student activities and events we hold throughout the year. Here’s how it works:
At our first pep rally, the teacher with the most votes in their jar will have to kiss a pig in front of the entire school! We’ve already had some fantastic interviews with our brave participants, but there’s one more to come – our very own Assistant Principal, Coach Kemp!
Make sure to check out the interviews and cast your vote! And don’t forget to return after the pep rally on October 10th to watch the Pig Kisser video! You won’t want to miss it!
https://youtu.be/gmf3kIlc9r8
https://youtu.be/SLQN8QLqZY8
https://youtu.be/ac1jUzwvd0g
https://youtu.be/sCCcTbVMGmY
HHS Swim & Dive: Float & Flick
Saturday, August 31st
Pool Party- 7:00-8:00 PM
Movie- 8:00-10:00 PM
Cost $5.00 at the gate
Ages: 6th-12th grade
Food and drink items for sale at concessions
Lifeguard and adult supervised event
Welcome back to school! School starts August 12th. Check out our back to school information page.
https://www.hardee.k12.fl.us/o/hcs/page/back-to-school
HJH Summer Media Center Dates and Times
Beginning May 30th- July 25th 8-2PM Except June 13th and July 4th
You must enter through the main office and you will need your ID.
Attention Parents and Students,
Please check out these resources on Resilience:
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Attention 5th Grade Parents & Students.
On Tuesday, April 30th, HJH will host a 5th-grade orientation night.
5:30-6:00 PM Meet 6th-grade teachers and FREE hot dog dinner.
6:00-6:30 PM Presentation in the auditorium by school counselors and HJH band performance, **Drawing for prizes**
Attention Parents and Students,
Writing and PM 3 TESTING information can now be found on the school website under documents in the testing forlder. Students will receive a paper copy on Monday, March 25th, including an April and May testing calendar from their ELA teachers.
https://5il.co/2h2tm
Cheerleading tryouts will be held April 1st.
Friday, March 8th is Early Release for students and staff. SPRING BREAK begin Monday, March 11th- Friday, March 15th for all students and staff.
3rd Quarter ends Friday, March 8th. REPORT CARDS will be sent home on Wednesday, March 27th.
Friday, March 29th- NO SCHOOL for students and staff
Get Free Help in Wauchula! Hurricane Ian Disaster: Free Legal Help Offered by Florida Rural Legal Services: Non-Profit Law Firm.
What we can help with:
Are you struggling to rebuild after Hurricane Ian? You do not have to navigate the legal process alone. Florida Rural Legal Services will provide free legal assistance in the following areas:
-Insurance Claims
-Proof of ownership
-Home Repair Contracts
-Contractor Disputes
-Construction Liens
-Property Disputes
- Disaster Benefits
-Document Replacements (new advanced directives or other legal papers lost during the storm).
In-person legal clinic at Hardee County Public Library 315 North 6th Ave., Wauchula, FL 10 am-4om Every Wednesday in March
March 6, 13, 20, 27
Call to find out if you qualify for FREE legal assistance.
1-888-582-3410
Monday, February 19th there is no school for students and staff in honor of President's Day.
Friday, February 23rd there is no school for students and an in-service day for teachers.
8th Grade Career Day is Friday, February 9th. Don't miss it!
Attention Parents and Students,
Valentine's Day deliveries will NOT be accepted at HJH this school year. Students will also NOT be allowed to bring Valentine's Day gifts from home to school. Please plan to make other arrangements.
