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				<title><![CDATA[No to Casual Friday on 4/30/2026]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[We will not be having Casual Friday this week. The lunch area was full of trash. We MUST do better.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 15:57:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Board Meeting, Tuesday April 7 at 5:00 PM]]></title>
				<link>http://www.htla-ms.org/apps/news/article/2185101</link>
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				<pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2026 16:45:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[No to Casual Friday on 3/20/2026]]></title>
				<link>http://www.htla-ms.org/apps/news/article/2180353</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[We will not be having Casual Friday this week. Messy campus.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2026 20:05:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Special Board Meeting, Wednesday March 18 at 5:00 PM]]></title>
				<link>http://www.htla-ms.org/apps/news/article/2179418</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2026 17:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Special Board Meeting, Monday March 9 at 3:30 PM]]></title>
				<link>http://www.htla-ms.org/apps/news/article/2175769</link>
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				<pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2026 15:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Board Meeting, Tuesday March 3 at 5:00 PM]]></title>
				<link>http://www.htla-ms.org/apps/news/article/2172562</link>
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				<pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2026 16:45:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Yes to Casual Friday on 4/10/2026]]></title>
				<link>http://www.htla-ms.org/apps/news/article/2186659</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Thanks to the efforts of some of our students you have all earned FREE DRESS! Though the campus is still not up to the expectations we have set for you, we were impressed by the GRIT and ACCOUNTABILITY shown by some of our students. Next week we ask that all of our students do their part to keep the campus clean!]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 16:42:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Special Board Meeting, Monday Feb 16 at 10 AM]]></title>
				<link>http://www.htla-ms.org/apps/news/article/2166971</link>
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				<pubDate>Sat, 14 Feb 2026 09:35:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Board Meeting, Tuesday February 3 at 5:00 PM]]></title>
				<link>http://www.htla-ms.org/apps/news/article/2160637</link>
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				<pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2026 16:45:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[No to Casual Friday on 1/23/2026]]></title>
				<link>http://www.htla-ms.org/apps/news/article/2156614</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[We will not be having Casual Friday this week. This decision wasn't easy, but it's necessary. Over the past couple of weeks, we've seen behaviors that don't reflect our GRAPE values, trash left on campus, food thrown in common areas, and unkind treatment of classmates. While this week has shown improvement (thank you to students who picked up trash!), we still have work to do.
The good news? This is temporary and completely in your control. When we show that we can take care of our school and each other, Casual Friday will return.
Please be in full dress code on Friday to avoid detention.
I believe in every one of you. Let's show what HTLA is truly made of together.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2025 10:29:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[No to Casual Friday on 3/13/2026]]></title>
				<link>http://www.htla-ms.org/apps/news/article/2177800</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[We will not be having Casual Friday this week. Over the past couple of weeks, we've seen behaviors that don't reflect our GRAPE values, trash left on campus, food thrown in common areas, and unkind treatment of classmates. 
The good news? This is temporary and completely in your control. When we show that we can take care of our school and each other, Casual Friday will return.
Please be in full dress code on Friday to avoid detention.
I believe in every one of you. Let's show what HTLA is truly made of together.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2026 23:12:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[No to Casual Friday on 3/13/2026]]></title>
				<link>http://www.htla-ms.org/apps/news/article/2177799</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[We will not be having Casual Friday this week. This decision wasn't easy, but it's necessary. Over the past couple of weeks, we've seen behaviors that don't reflect our GRAPE values, trash left on campus, food thrown in common areas, and unkind treatment of classmates. 
The good news? This is temporary and completely in your control. When we show that we can take care of our school and each other, Casual Friday will return.
Please be in full dress code on Friday to avoid detention.
I believe in every one of you. Let's show what HTLA is truly made of together.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2026 23:10:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[No to Casual Friday on 1/16/2026]]></title>
				<link>http://www.htla-ms.org/apps/news/article/2153942</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Unfortunately,  we will not be having Casual Friday on January 16th, 2026. 
We've had trash left on campus during lunch and nutrition, food thrown in our common areas. Let's show what HTLA is truly made of. I believe in every one of you, and I know we can do better, together.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2025 10:29:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Yes to Casual Friday on 3/6/2026]]></title>
				<link>http://www.htla-ms.org/apps/news/article/2175135</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Our campus has been significantly cleaner, thank you for your effort.  We still have a lot of room for growth in how we show kindness to classmates and adults.  Let's do our best to show empathy in everything we do. 
You've earned this casual dress day – enjoy it!]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2026 19:52:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Special Board Meeting, Monday December 15 at 12:00 PM]]></title>
				<link>http://www.htla-ms.org/apps/news/article/2146037</link>
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				<pubDate>Sun, 14 Dec 2025 11:54:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Yes to Casual Friday on 2/27/2026]]></title>
				<link>http://www.htla-ms.org/apps/news/article/2171913</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Our campus has been significantly cleaner, thank you for your effort.  We still have a lot of room for growth in how we show kindness to classmates and adults.  Let's do our best to show empathy in everything we do. 
You've earned this casual dress day – enjoy it!]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2026 17:39:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[🎉 Yes to Casual Friday on 02/20/2026 — but read carefully!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.htla-ms.org/apps/news/article/2168726</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[6th & 8th Grade: You've earned it! This Friday is Casual Friday for you.

7th Grade: Not so fast! Since you're heading out on your field trip, you MUST be in full dress code. You'll be representing HTLA out in the community, so let's look the part!
⚠️ No exceptions — for anyone!]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2026 20:28:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[No to Casual Friday on 12/12/2025]]></title>
				<link>http://www.htla-ms.org/apps/news/article/2145211</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Unfortunately,  we will not be having Casual Friday on December 12th, 2025. This decision wasn't made lightly, and I want to explain why.
Over the past few weeks, we've seen behaviors that don't reflect who we are as a community. We've had trash left on campus during lunch and nutrition, food thrown in our common areas, and vandalism in our boys' bathroom. These actions show a lack of respect for our school, our staff, and most importantly, for each other.
At HTLA Middle, we take pride in our GRAPE values, values that guide us to be responsible, respectful, and caring members of our community. When we fail to treat our environment and each other with dignity, we're not living up to the standards we've set for ourselves.
I know this is disappointing, especially with the Fall Festival this Friday. I also know that the students who are consistently making good choices may feel this is unfair. However, as a community, we hold each other accountable. When some of us fall short, it affects all of us.
Here's the good news: This is temporary and completely within your control. When we demonstrate that we can take care of our school and treat one another with respect, Casual Friday will return.
Please make sure you are in full dress code on Thursday to avoid receiving a detention.
Let's show what HTLA is truly made of. I believe in each and every one of you, and I know we can do better, together.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 16 Oct 2025 21:01:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Yes to Casual Friday on 2/12/2026]]></title>
				<link>http://www.htla-ms.org/apps/news/article/2166400</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This Friday is Casual Friday! If you wear a pink or red item, you may dress casually for the day. Students who do not wear pink or red must be in the regular uniform.
As always, all clothing must be school-appropriate.
Enjoy your Friday!]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2026 15:47:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[No to Casual Friday on 2/6/2026]]></title>
				<link>http://www.htla-ms.org/apps/news/article/2163520</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[We will not be having Casual Friday this week. Please read my post on StudentSquare.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2026 20:55:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Yes to Casual Friday on 12/04/2025]]></title>
				<link>http://www.htla-ms.org/apps/news/article/2137882</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Thank you for helping make our community shine during the Kadima Orchestra performance. Your cooperation and dedication truly made a difference. You also created a beautiful Exhibition Night that our families will remember. I am incredibly proud of you and everything you've accomplished over the past few months. You've earned this casual dress day – enjoy it!]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 04 Dec 2025 18:16:59 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Yes to Casual Friday on 1/30/2026]]></title>
				<link>http://www.htla-ms.org/apps/news/article/2160160</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[We still have a long way to go, but our campus has been significantly cleaner. You've earned this casual dress day – enjoy it!]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2026 05:40:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Board Meeting, Wednesday December 3 at 5:00 PM]]></title>
				<link>http://www.htla-ms.org/apps/news/article/2139523</link>
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				<pubDate>Sun, 30 Nov 2025 16:05:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Board Meeting, Tuesday November 4th at 5:00 PM]]></title>
				<link>http://www.htla-ms.org/apps/news/article/2129283</link>
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				<pubDate>Sat, 01 Nov 2025 16:08:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Yes to Casual Friday on 10/24/2025]]></title>
				<link>http://www.htla-ms.org/apps/news/article/2125321</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Great job this week! The majority of our students followed the rules and represented our GRAPE values well.
However, we still have a few reminders:
Cell phones: Several students are keeping their phones in their pockets instead of their backpacks. Please make sure your phone stays in your backpack throughout the day.
Respect: Let's continue treating our peers with kindness and respect. Remember that we represent HTLA Middle School at all times, both in our actions and our words.
Keep up the excellent work, and let's finish strong!]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 23 Oct 2025 19:47:59 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[No to Casual Friday on 10/17/2025]]></title>
				<link>http://www.htla-ms.org/apps/news/article/2122336</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Please remember that a polo shirt should be worn at all times during the school day. When it comes to outerwear, the only hoodies allowed are official HTLA hoodies, and we ask that any jackets you wear do not have a hood attached. Additionally, please keep your cell phones in your backpacks throughout the day so we can all stay focused on learning together.
Following these guidelines help create a consistent and distraction-free environment where everyone can succeed. Thank you for being an important part of our HTLA community!]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 16 Oct 2025 21:01:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Yes to Casual Friday on 10/03/2025]]></title>
				<link>http://www.htla-ms.org/apps/news/article/2116480</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[I'm pleased to announce that we've earned Casual Friday for October 3rd.  Many students have been actively participating in keeping our campus clean and showing respect to our community members. 
Keep up the great work, everyone!]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 02 Oct 2025 20:41:05 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[NO to Casual Friday on 9/19/2025]]></title>
				<link>http://www.htla-ms.org/apps/news/article/2110220</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Earlier this week, our boys' restroom was significantly damaged. Broken dispensers, wasted supplies, and debris left throughout the space. This affects everyone who uses that facility and requires time and resources to repair.
Our school is a shared space that belongs to all of us. When we take care of our learning environment, we're showing respect for ourselves, our classmates, and everyone who works here. We're also ensuring these spaces remain welcoming and functional for everyone. Most of our students demonstrate excellent citizenship every day, and we appreciate that. For those who may have been involved or witnessed this incident, we encourage you to reflect on how our actions impact our entire school community. Moving forward, let's continue building the positive, respectful environment that makes our school a place we can all be proud of. Together, we can ensure our school remains a place where everyone feels comfortable and respected.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 11 Sep 2025 18:01:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Yes to Casual Friday on 11/13/2025]]></title>
				<link>http://www.htla-ms.org/apps/news/article/2134715</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Great job this week! The majority of our students followed the rules and represented our GRAPE values well.
However, we still have a few reminders:
Cell phones: Several students are keeping their phones in their pockets instead of their backpacks. Please make sure your phone stays in your backpack throughout the day.
Respect: Let's continue treating our peers with kindness and respect. Remember that we represent HTLA Middle School at all times, both in our actions and our words.
Keep up the excellent work, and let's finish strong! Good luck to all who have their POLs scheduled for tomorrow.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 13 Nov 2025 18:15:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[No to Casual Friday on 11/07/2025]]></title>
				<link>http://www.htla-ms.org/apps/news/article/2131902</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Our lunch area was very messy! Trash was left on the tables every day. Please remember that a polo shirt should be worn at all times during the school day. When it comes to outerwear, the only hoodies allowed are official HTLA hoodies, and we ask that any jackets you wear do not have a hood attached. Additionally, please keep your cell phones in your backpacks throughout the day so we can all stay focused on learning together.
Following these guidelines help create a consistent and distraction-free environment where everyone can succeed. Thank you for being an important part of our HTLA community!]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 07 Nov 2025 05:39:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[No to Casual Friday on 9/12/2025]]></title>
				<link>http://www.htla-ms.org/apps/news/article/2107151</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[We have observed trash being left throughout classrooms and lunch areas, students keeping phones in their pockets rather than storing them properly in backpacks, and inappropriate use of restroom facilities as social gathering spaces. Additionally, roughhousing and pushing among students is unacceptable behavior for our middle school community. School serves as our second home, and we must treat it and each other with respect. These behaviors not only disrupt our learning environment but also show a lack of consideration for our shared spaces and fellow students. Let's work together to create a more respectful, responsible community where everyone can thrive. We know our students are capable of much better, and we are counting on each of you to help us get back on track.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 04 Sep 2025 16:54:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[No to Casual Friday on 9/05/2025]]></title>
				<link>http://www.htla-ms.org/apps/news/article/2103815</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Several students still need reminders to throw away their trash and clean their space after Nutrition and Lunch. 
Several students have been out of dress code by wearing sweatpants and leggings.
*Reminder, there is no gum chewing on campus.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 04 Sep 2025 16:54:05 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Board meeting, Tuesday August 5, 2025]]></title>
				<link>http://www.htla-ms.org/apps/news/article/2090912</link>
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				<pubDate>Sat, 02 Aug 2025 16:04:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[NO to Casual Friday on 10/10/2025]]></title>
				<link>http://www.htla-ms.org/apps/news/article/2119435</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Unfortunately, we will not be having Casual Friday on October 10, 2025, due to a significant number of dress code violations and student interactions that have not been up to par with our expectations. As the weather gets colder, I understand the need for warmth and comfort. However, all students must wear a polo every day, even when wearing an HTLA hoodie, which is the only hoodie permitted. Jackets without hoods in solid black, blue, white, or brown are welcome. Pants, skirts, and shorts must be black or khaki only. Leggings, sweatpants, and non-HTLA hoodies are not allowed.

Beyond dress code, many student interactions this week have fallen short of what we expect from our community. It is absolutely unacceptable for any student or community member to use language or behavior that is inappropriate for our educational environment. We have many adults on campus who can help you resolve conflicts and support you with peer relationships. Please reach out when you need help. Our GRAPE Values—Grit, Respect, Accountability, Professionalism, and Empathy—call us to treat each other with kindness and dignity. Following our dress code and treating others with respect are concrete ways we practice these values and show that we take pride in our school.

This is a chance for all of us to reset and recommit to being our best selves. Let's hold ourselves accountable, support one another, and demonstrate the empathy and respect that define our community. We are capable of so much more when we work together. Let's prove that next week.

With high expectations and belief in each of you,]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 09 Oct 2025 15:15:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Special Board Meeting, Thursday July 3rd at 12:30 PM]]></title>
				<link>http://www.htla-ms.org/apps/news/article/2084398</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 02 Jul 2025 12:23:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Yes to Casual Friday on 9/26/2025]]></title>
				<link>http://www.htla-ms.org/apps/news/article/2113179</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[I'm pleased to announce that we've earned Casual Friday for September 26th. Over the past week, I've observed significant growth in our school community. Many students have been actively participating in keeping our campus clean and showing respect to our community members. While we still have room to improve in areas like dress code compliance and peer interactions, I've witnessed notable progress in many areas since last Monday. This positive momentum is exactly what we want to see as a school community. As we enjoy Casual Friday, let's make sure we continue on this positive path. Our goal is to maintain an environment and interactions that are respectful and reflect the community we deserve to be.
Keep up the great work, everyone!]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 25 Sep 2025 18:52:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Board Meeting, Tuesday June 17 at 5 PM]]></title>
				<link>http://www.htla-ms.org/apps/news/article/2081557</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 16 Jun 2025 12:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Board Meeting May 6, 2025]]></title>
				<link>http://www.htla-ms.org/apps/news/article/2066588</link>
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				<pubDate>Sun, 04 May 2025 20:05:07 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Board Meeting April 1, 2025]]></title>
				<link>http://www.htla-ms.org/apps/news/article/2052364</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 28 Mar 2025 15:55:03 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Yes to Casual Friday on 8/22/2025]]></title>
				<link>http://www.htla-ms.org/apps/news/article/2097865</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Thank you for another great week!  There were several students who went out of their way to clean up after their peers.  Way to go!!!
However, some students still need reminders to throw away their trash and clean their space after Nutrition and Lunch. 

*Reminder, there is no gum chewing on campus.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 21 Aug 2025 20:27:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Yes to Casual Friday on 8/15/2025]]></title>
				<link>http://www.htla-ms.org/apps/news/article/2095147</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Thank you for the great first week; however, some students need to be reminded to throw away their trash and clean their space after Nutrition and Lunch. Reminder, there is no gum chewing on campus.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 14 Aug 2025 18:01:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Special Board Meeting March 21, 2025]]></title>
				<link>http://www.htla-ms.org/apps/news/article/2048627</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 20 Mar 2025 08:07:04 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[HTLA MS Named as a 2025 California Middle School to Watch]]></title>
				<link>http://www.htla-ms.org/apps/news/article/2047839</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[High Tech LA Middle School is recognized among “California Schools to Watch” for 2025!]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 18 Mar 2025 10:20:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Board Meeting March 4, 2025]]></title>
				<link>http://www.htla-ms.org/apps/news/article/2040368</link>
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				<pubDate>Sat, 01 Mar 2025 13:34:18 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Board Meeting February 4, 2025]]></title>
				<link>http://www.htla-ms.org/apps/news/article/2026321</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 31 Jan 2025 12:35:49 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Board Meeting December 11, 2024]]></title>
				<link>http://www.htla-ms.org/apps/news/article/2006284</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 09 Dec 2024 11:24:42 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Board Meeting November 6, 2024]]></title>
				<link>http://www.htla-ms.org/apps/news/article/1991717</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 04 Nov 2024 20:34:54 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Lottery Application for the 2025-2026 School Year is Now Open!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.htla-ms.org/apps/news/article/1971188</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[For more information, please contact the main office via email: office@htla-ms.org or call: (818) 583-6229]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 24 Sep 2024 18:39:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Board Meeting September 11, 2024]]></title>
				<link>http://www.htla-ms.org/apps/news/article/1962712</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Agenda]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Sun, 08 Sep 2024 20:50:07 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Board Meeting August 6, 2024]]></title>
				<link>http://www.htla-ms.org/apps/news/article/1947579</link>
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				<pubDate>Sun, 04 Aug 2024 21:08:35 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Special Board Meeting July 29, 2024]]></title>
				<link>http://www.htla-ms.org/apps/news/article/1945526</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Agenda]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Sun, 28 Jul 2024 23:17:38 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[2024/2025 School Year Calendar]]></title>
				<link>http://www.htla-ms.org/apps/news/article/1942934</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 15 Jul 2024 12:14:01 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[August 2024 Menu]]></title>
				<link>http://www.htla-ms.org/apps/news/article/1943014</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 15 Jul 2024 21:11:26 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Board Meeting June 18, 2024]]></title>
				<link>http://www.htla-ms.org/apps/news/article/1938033</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 17 Jun 2024 06:42:28 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Board Meeting May 7, 2024]]></title>
				<link>http://www.htla-ms.org/apps/news/article/1922297</link>
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				<pubDate>Sun, 05 May 2024 20:08:56 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Board Meeting April 9, 2024]]></title>
				<link>http://www.htla-ms.org/apps/news/article/1908715</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Agenda]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Sun, 07 Apr 2024 20:55:19 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Board Meeting February 6, 2024]]></title>
				<link>http://www.htla-ms.org/apps/news/article/1879002</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Agenda]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 02 Feb 2024 12:51:54 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Board Meeting December 5, 2023]]></title>
				<link>http://www.htla-ms.org/apps/news/article/1853102</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Agenda]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Sat, 02 Dec 2023 13:07:30 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Board Meeting November 7, 2023]]></title>
				<link>http://www.htla-ms.org/apps/news/article/1841163</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Agenda]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 03 Nov 2023 20:10:30 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Apply for the 2024-2025 School Year Today!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.htla-ms.org/apps/news/article/1829316</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Apply Today!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 12 Oct 2023 13:39:52 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Board Meeting September 12, 2023]]></title>
				<link>http://www.htla-ms.org/apps/news/article/1811580</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Agenda]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Sun, 10 Sep 2023 19:52:41 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Board Meeting August 1, 2023]]></title>
				<link>http://www.htla-ms.org/apps/news/article/1789581</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Agenda]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 31 Jul 2023 23:51:15 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Board Meeting June 20, 2023]]></title>
				<link>http://www.htla-ms.org/apps/news/article/1778325</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Agenda]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 19 Jun 2023 00:02:55 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Board Meeting May 2, 2023]]></title>
				<link>http://www.htla-ms.org/apps/news/article/1758761</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Agenda]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 01 May 2023 08:38:36 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Board Meeting April 11, 2023]]></title>
				<link>http://www.htla-ms.org/apps/news/article/1749568</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Agenda]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Sat, 08 Apr 2023 14:59:16 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Board Meeting March 7, 2023]]></title>
				<link>http://www.htla-ms.org/apps/news/article/1734078</link>
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				<pubDate>Sat, 04 Mar 2023 17:05:13 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Board Meeting February 7 at 5pm]]></title>
				<link>http://www.htla-ms.org/apps/news/article/1721067</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Board Agenda]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 07 Feb 2023 09:35:09 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Board Meeting December 6 at 5pm]]></title>
				<link>http://www.htla-ms.org/apps/news/article/1715409</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Board Agenda and Zoom Link]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 27 Jan 2023 09:16:34 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Board Meeting November 1 at 5pm]]></title>
				<link>http://www.htla-ms.org/apps/news/article/1715407</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Board Agenda and Zoom Link]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 27 Jan 2023 09:15:56 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Board Meeting October 11 at 5pm]]></title>
				<link>http://www.htla-ms.org/apps/news/article/1715405</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Board Meeting and Zoom Link]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 27 Jan 2023 09:14:22 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Board Meeting September 6]]></title>
				<link>http://www.htla-ms.org/apps/news/article/1715406</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Agenda and Zoom Link]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 27 Jan 2023 09:15:09 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Board Meeting August 2 at 5pm]]></title>
				<link>http://www.htla-ms.org/apps/news/article/1715404</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Board Agenda and Zoom Link]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 27 Jan 2023 09:13:45 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Special Board Meeting July 21 at 5pm]]></title>
				<link>http://www.htla-ms.org/apps/news/article/1715402</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 27 Jan 2023 09:12:34 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Board Meeting June 21 at 5pm]]></title>
				<link>http://www.htla-ms.org/apps/news/article/1629496</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 28 Jun 2022 14:03:21 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Board Meeting June 8 at 5pm]]></title>
				<link>http://www.htla-ms.org/apps/news/article/1715412</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Board Agenda and Zoom link]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 27 Jan 2023 09:17:41 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Board Meeting, May 3 at 5pm]]></title>
				<link>http://www.htla-ms.org/apps/news/article/1451265</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Board Agenda]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 09 May 2022 22:04:30 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Board Meeting, Apr 5 at 5pm]]></title>
				<link>http://www.htla-ms.org/apps/news/article/1451264</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Board Agenda]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 09 May 2022 22:03:59 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Special Board Meeting, March 26 at 2:00]]></title>
				<link>http://www.htla-ms.org/apps/news/article/1451263</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 09 May 2022 22:05:47 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Board Meeting March 1 at 5:00pm]]></title>
				<link>http://www.htla-ms.org/apps/news/article/1451262</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 09 May 2022 22:06:50 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Special Board Meeting, February 26 at 9:00am]]></title>
				<link>http://www.htla-ms.org/apps/news/article/1451261</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 09 May 2022 22:08:02 -0700</pubDate>
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