
šø Spring Recess is Here! šø
Enjoy your break from April 14 to April 18! Whether youāre relaxing or adventuring, we hope you have a wonderful time. See you back at school soon! #WeAreHFL


ā° Last chance, HF-L!
Our Thoughtexchange survey to help select the next Athletic Director closes at 11:59 p.m. tonight! š¾š
Your input helps shape the future of Cougar athletics. Donāt miss this opportunity to share your voice!
š https://tejoin.com/scroll/627949857
šš¤ #WeAreHFL


š°āØSpring vibes are in full bloom on Bus #40! Our youngest riders are hopping into spring recess with bunny ears, big smiles, and a bus full of festive cheer. Wishing all our families a joyful and refreshing break! š·šš #WeAreHFL


šš Purple Up! šš
Join us on Monday, April 21, 2025, as we wear purple to show our appreciation for the incredible strength and resilience of military-connected children. These brave kids face unique challenges while their parents serve our country ā letās show them we see them, support them, and thank them! šŗšøšŖ #PurpleUp #WeAreHFL


What an incredible day at Manor Intermediate School! š
Today marked the final day of the multi-day International Habits of Mind Conference ā and we were honored to host the closing events right here at Manor.
š Visitors from across the country ā and even beyond ā toured the Manor building, saw our students in action, and enjoyed a delicious lunch made and prepared by our very own students! šš½ļø
We were especially honored to welcome Dr. Bena Kallick, one of the founders of the Institute for Habits of Mind, and Allison Zmuda, Habits of Mind author whose visit made the day truly unforgettable.
Thank you to everyone who helped showcase the heart of Manor and the spirit of HF-L! š§ šš¤
#HabitsOfMind #WeAreHFL




šØ Today, April 9! Donāt miss the Art Booster Club Meeting at 6:30 p.m. in the High School. Come support our talented student artists and learn how you can get involved! #WeAreHFL


š£ļø Your voice matters, HF-L!
If you havenāt had a chance to take our survey about what matters most in selecting our next Athletic Directorānowās the time! This word cloud shows what weāre hearing so far. Is your perspective represented? š¾š
š The survey is open until 11:59 p.m. on Friday, April 11th.
š Take the survey here: https://tejoin.com/scroll/627949857
Letās make sure every voice is heard! šš¤ #WeAreHFL


Congratulations to Paige LaBarr on being a recipient of the BOE's Cougar Pride Award! LaBarr was nominated by the faculty and staff of HF-L Middle School. The entire building noted the following, since joining our middle school team as Assistant Principal in 2023, Paige LaBarr has been a dedicated and consistent leader. Throughout her time with us, she has navigated numerous transitions and changes, yet her commitment to our students and staff has remained unwavering. Paigeās adaptability, leadership, and diligence have made a positive impact on our school and are a testament to her strength and character. Whether working with students, spearheading building initiatives, or collaborating with colleagues, her can-do attitude and dedication to fostering a strong sense of community have been deeply felt throughout the building. We are proud to nominate Paige LaBarr for the Cougar Pride Award, as she embodies a spirit of leadership, resilience, and a steadfast commitment to the success of our HF-L Middle School community. Thank you, Paige! #WeAreHFL



š Today, April 8! Join us for the Code of Conduct Review at 4 p.m. in the High School. Your input helps shape a positive and respectful school environment! #WeAreHFL


Reminder: The next Board of Education Meeting is on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, at 7:00 PM in the High School Cafe. Stay informed and be part of the conversation as we discuss important district matters. All are welcome to attend! š¤š #WeAreHFL


The CougarTech Robotics team is heading to HOUSTON! šš¤ The team ended the Buckeye Regional ranked 4th overall and earned the Sustainability Awardāagain! šŖš± CougarTech has officially accepted the invitation to compete in the 2025 FIRST World Championship in Houston, starting April 16th! Letās go, Cougars! š¤š #WeAreHFL


š¶ Today, April 5! Donāt miss the Community Band Spring Scholarship Concert at 7:00 p.m. in the Honeoye Falls-Lima District Auditorium. Join us for an evening of great music and support our talented musicians! #WeAreHFL


Congratulations to Julie George on being a recipient of the BOE's Cougar Pride Award! George was nominated by parent Sarah Rehler. Rehler expressed the following, Mrs. George is an incredible teacher. Her lessons are thoughtful and she has been able to change things up to meet the needs of all of her students. As a parent, it is clear to see the amount of time she puts into preparing and teaching our kids as well as building a classroom community that thrives. My daughter has made SO much progress again this year due to her high level of teaching. Thank you for all you do! #WeAreHFL


šµ Reminder! šµ Come join the Music Booster Club meeting on Wednesday, April 2, 2025, at 6 p.m. in the High School Music Classroom. Letās come together to support our talented student musicians! š·š»šŗ
We hope to see you there! #WeAreHFL


Itās a beautiful day to learn something new! Join Assistant Superintendent for Business and Operations Colin Pierce and neighbors as they break down important topics with a little bit of kindness, and curiosity, āMr. Rogers style. Season premieres April 21stādonāt miss it, Cougars! https://youtu.be/mWVSC3-NwNo #WeAreHFL


At the March 25, 2025, Board of Education meeting, the Board approved the 2025-26 instructional calendar. Look for the link on the bottom of the webpage --> https://www.hflcsd.org/page/instructional-calendars #WeAreHFL


Reminder: Superintendent's Conference Day; No School for Students, Staff in Session #WeAreHFL


Yesterday, nearly 200 senior citizens gathered at HF-L Middle School for our annual Senior Citizens' Luncheon, enjoying a delicious meal followed by a full matinee performance of Hadestown: Teen Edition!
A special highlight? Our wonderful guests serenaded Manor School Principal Joey Weaver in celebration of her 50th birthday! š¶š It was a heartwarming moment filled with laughter, music, and community spirit.
Thank you to everyone who attended and made the day so memorable! If you missed the show, thereās still time to catch Hadestown this weekend!
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Showtimes:
š March 27 ā 7:30 PM
š March 28 ā 7:30 PM
š March 29 ā 2 PM & 7:30 PM
š Tickets: seatyourself.biz/hflcsd
#WeAreHFL





At the 3/25/25, BOE meeting, the latest Cougar Pride Award winners were honored for their contributions to HF-L. Having received their certificates during surprise announcements, they were celebrated again with cookies and appreciation for their dedication and impact. #WeAreHFL


š¾āļø HF-L Takes the Plunge for Special Olympics! āļøš¾
In January, HF-L Junior Rachel H. was inspired at the Monroe County Youth Activation Summit for Unified Sports to make a difference. She stepped up as a team captain for the first-ever Polar Plunge on Canandaigua Lake, leading a community effort to support Special Olympics!
Through Change Jug Wars at lunch and online fundraising, students rallied together to raise just under $500āand to see their nominated teachers take the icy plunge! šš
š„ Shoutout to our brave plungers! š„
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Students & Families: Rachel H., Rylee G., Briana R., Nate M., Abagail F., Renato D. & their families.
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Teachers & Families: David Bacon, Virginia Kukaj-Hatman & Amy Visca.
A special congratulations to Rachel H. for receiving a certificate as team captain and being one of the highest fundraisers! š
HF-L is proud of our Cougars for making a difference, and we canāt wait to grow our impact next year as the new plunge location continues to build! šš¤ #WeAreHFL


