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We're sorry for interrupting your summer with information about the 2026-27 school year already but we want you to be in the know!

Save the dates for the 2026-27 open houses/orientations!

All of this information can be found on our '2026-27 Things to Know' web page: https://www.hamiltonschools.us/for-parents/things-to-know-2026-27/
about 1 month ago, Zach Harig
Hamilton Community Schools 2026-27 Open Houses  Bentheim Elementary Monday, August 24, 2026 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM  Blue Star Elementary Thursday, August 20, 2026 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM  Hamilton Elementary Monday, August 24, 2026 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM  Hamilton Middle School Grades 5, 6, and 7: Monday, August 17, 2026, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM at Hamilton Middle School Grade 8: Tuesday, August 18, 2026, 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM at Hamilton High School  Hamilton High School Monday, August 17, 2026: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM or 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM Tuesday, August 18, 2026: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM  Hamilton Virtual School Orientation Friday, August 21, 2026 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM 3596 47th Street, Hamilton, MI  Hawkeye Preschool Wednesday, August 26, 2026 3-Year-Old Preschool: 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM 4-Year-Old PreK for All: 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Here are your important dates for the 2026-27 school year!
4 days ago, Hamilton Community Schools
Before students fill the hallways and classrooms once again, our custodial team is hard at work behind the scenes getting ready for another great year.

While our buildings may be quiet during the summer, there's nothing quiet about the work being done inside. From moving furniture around classrooms and deep cleaning every space to sanitizing shelves, lockers, desks, and high-touch surfaces, shampooing carpets, waxing floors, and tackling countless other projects, our custodial staff is putting in long hours to prepare our schools for students and staff.

Their dedication often happens when no one is watching, but the impact of their work is felt by everyone who walks through our doors.

Thank you to our incredible custodial team for your pride, professionalism, and commitment to providing clean, safe, and welcoming schools. We truly have the best and we couldn't do it without you!
24 days ago, Hamilton Community Schools
Two female staff members stand together and smile in a classroom.
A female staff member smiles in a hallway by open lockers.
Two female staff members smile in a hallway.
A female staff member smiles in a classroom.
A male staff member smiles in a hallway.
A female staff member smiles while cleaning carpets in a classroom.
Two female staff members move a table across a classroom.
A female staff member smiles by open lockers.
A female staff member smiles by open lockers.
A Hamilton male staff member stands by a locker with thumbs up.
Please join us in welcoming Maria Wills to the Hawkeye Family! 🖤💛

Maria is joining Hamilton Community Schools as our Elementary Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS) & Support Coordinator, where she will work alongside students, staff, and families to help create positive learning environments that allow every child to thrive.
24 days ago, Hamilton Community Schools
Maria Wills introduction to Hamilton Community Schools.
The biggest community event of the fall is back!

Join us on Friday, September 18, 2026, for the 6th Annual Hawkeye Hometown Tailgate from 4:30–7:00 PM at Hamilton Middle School and Cultivate Community Church. This year's event has been extended by an extra 30 minutes to give families even more time to enjoy all the fun!

As always, admission and activities are completely FREE and will include:
🍔 Great food
⛳ Mini golf
🐐 Petting zoo
🎸 Live family-friendly cover band
🔫 Laser tag
🧗 Rock climbing walls
🎨 Face painting
🎭 Street performers
🎤 Performances from our vocal music students
🥁 A special march and performance by the Hamilton High School Marching Band

Then stick around as the Hamilton Hawkeyes take on Spring Lake in varsity football action at 7:00 PM!

The Hawkeye Hometown Tailgate continues to be one of the largest community gatherings in Hamilton, bringing together thousands of students, families, staff, alumni, and community members for an evening of fun and Hawkeye pride.

While all activities remain free for families, the event is only possible through the generous support of our local business partners. Hawkeye Hometown Series sponsorship information will be mailed to area businesses in the coming weeks. We hope you'll consider joining us in making this incredible community tradition possible.

Mark your calendars now — September 18, 2026!
about 1 month ago, Zach Harig
Hawkeye Hometown Tailgate returns Friday, September 18, 2026 from 4:30-7:00 PM.