REMINDER: There is NO SCHOOL on Friday, September 4 and Monday, September 7!
RESOLVED - 10:15 AM 8/31/26: Hamilton Community Schools is currently experiencing a phone service outage affecting some incoming and outgoing calls across the district.
Our telecom provider has confirmed it is experiencing a service disruption and is working to restore service as quickly as possible. We will share an update when phone service is fully restored.
Thank you for your patience and understanding.
For 24 years, Food Service Director Paul Keene drove an hour each way to serve Hamilton Community Schools. Today, he made that drive for the final time as he heads into retirement!
Paul, thank you for your dedication and everything you have done for our students, staff and district. We wish you all the best in this well-earned next chapter!
Paul, thank you for your dedication and everything you have done for our students, staff and district. We wish you all the best in this well-earned next chapter!
GAME-WINNING FREE KICK WITH 10 SECONDS LEFT!
Noah Hunderman delivered in the final moments on Wednesday, August 26, burying a free kick to lift Hamilton soccer to a thrilling 2-1 victory over Spring Lake! Way to go, Noah!
Take a look at the video on our YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/cN2VQexu5u0
Noah Hunderman delivered in the final moments on Wednesday, August 26, burying a free kick to lift Hamilton soccer to a thrilling 2-1 victory over Spring Lake! Way to go, Noah!
Take a look at the video on our YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/cN2VQexu5u0
Hamilton High School is back—and the first-day energy was fantastic!
Our students and staff filled the building with smiles, excitement and plenty of Hawkeye pride. This year, we also welcomed our eighth graders to the high school as their temporary home while the middle school roof is replaced.
The Class of 2027 started its final first day together with Senior Sunrise before heading inside for the start of an unforgettable year.
From our eighth graders to our seniors, it was a wonderful first day at HHS. We have a feeling it’s going to be a great year!
Our students and staff filled the building with smiles, excitement and plenty of Hawkeye pride. This year, we also welcomed our eighth graders to the high school as their temporary home while the middle school roof is replaced.
The Class of 2027 started its final first day together with Senior Sunrise before heading inside for the start of an unforgettable year.
From our eighth graders to our seniors, it was a wonderful first day at HHS. We have a feeling it’s going to be a great year!
It’s so good to be back! 🖤💛
Our 2026-27 All-Staff Welcome Back was filled with smiles, laughter, reconnections and, of course, a few decent jokes from Dr. Lusk!
It was the perfect way to begin a full day of learning and preparation as we get ready to welcome our students back on Wednesday. We can’t wait!
Find the district calendar on our website: https://www.hamiltonschools.us/documents/our-district/school-calendar/28191670
Our 2026-27 All-Staff Welcome Back was filled with smiles, laughter, reconnections and, of course, a few decent jokes from Dr. Lusk!
It was the perfect way to begin a full day of learning and preparation as we get ready to welcome our students back on Wednesday. We can’t wait!
Find the district calendar on our website: https://www.hamiltonschools.us/documents/our-district/school-calendar/28191670
¡Bienvenido a Hamilton, Zachary Christian!
Zachary joins Hamilton Community Schools as our new middle school and high school Spanish teacher. We’re excited for the experience, energy and passion for language learning he will bring to our students!
Welcome to Hamilton, Zachary!
Exciting news! The Hawkeye Hometown Community Series has received a record-breaking number of donations and sponsorships this year!
We are incredibly grateful for the businesses and community members who make these events possible. Now, get ready for the first of four community events—the Sixth Annual Hawkeye Hometown Tailgate!
📅 Friday, September 18
⏰ 4:30–7:00 PM
Other Hawkeye Hometown Series Events:
- Victory Day: Saturday, September 26 | 3:00 PM
- Academics, Basketball, Community Night: Friday, February 5
- Outdoor Movie Night: To Be Determined (Spring)
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT! 🖤💛
We are incredibly grateful for the businesses and community members who make these events possible. Now, get ready for the first of four community events—the Sixth Annual Hawkeye Hometown Tailgate!
📅 Friday, September 18
⏰ 4:30–7:00 PM
Other Hawkeye Hometown Series Events:
- Victory Day: Saturday, September 26 | 3:00 PM
- Academics, Basketball, Community Night: Friday, February 5
- Outdoor Movie Night: To Be Determined (Spring)
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT! 🖤💛
We were excited to welcome our newest staff members to Hamilton Community Schools during New Staff Orientation today! They toured the district, participated in training sessions, connected with their new colleagues, and learned more about what makes Hamilton such a special place.
They come to us with different backgrounds, experiences, and roles, but they already share two important things: a love for kids and a love for Hamilton.
We’re grateful to have them on our team and can’t wait to see the difference they make for our students in the year ahead!
They come to us with different backgrounds, experiences, and roles, but they already share two important things: a love for kids and a love for Hamilton.
We’re grateful to have them on our team and can’t wait to see the difference they make for our students in the year ahead!
We're thrilled to announce the new Hamilton Community Schools app! It's everything Hamilton, in your pocket. Stay up-to-date on district happenings, school calendars, upcoming events, and so much more right on your phone.
Download it and enable notifications today! 👇📱
Download for Android https://aptg.co/pcM54-
Download for iPhone https://aptg.co/TXrHkB
Download it and enable notifications today! 👇📱
Download for Android https://aptg.co/pcM54-
Download for iPhone https://aptg.co/TXrHkB
It's so great seeing these smiles back at Hamilton High School today!
Find open house dates and supply lists on our website: https://www.hamiltonschools.us/article/3012085
Find open house dates and supply lists on our website: https://www.hamiltonschools.us/article/3012085
No hairnets or aprons needed for this photo! 📸
Our Food Service team is spending a lot of time training and preparing to welcome students back for the new school year. Their work plays an important role in keeping our students fueled, cared for and ready to learn each day.
We’re grateful for this dedicated team and can’t wait to see them back in our school kitchens soon! 🖤💛
Our Food Service team is spending a lot of time training and preparing to welcome students back for the new school year. Their work plays an important role in keeping our students fueled, cared for and ready to learn each day.
We’re grateful for this dedicated team and can’t wait to see them back in our school kitchens soon! 🖤💛
🌾 Please join us in welcoming Grace VanKampen to Hamilton Community Schools!
Grace will serve as our new CTE Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources teacher and West Michigan FFA advisor through the Critter Barn. A recent Grand Valley State University graduate, Grace earned her bachelor’s degree in Secondary Biology and Earth/Space Science Education.
Agriculture has been part of Grace’s life from the beginning. She helps on her family’s farm, raises sheep and beef cattle for 4-H students, and participated in FFA during high school. She is excited to share that lifelong passion with our students as we launch this new program!
Welcome to the Hawkeye family, Grace! 🖤💛
Grace will serve as our new CTE Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources teacher and West Michigan FFA advisor through the Critter Barn. A recent Grand Valley State University graduate, Grace earned her bachelor’s degree in Secondary Biology and Earth/Space Science Education.
Agriculture has been part of Grace’s life from the beginning. She helps on her family’s farm, raises sheep and beef cattle for 4-H students, and participated in FFA during high school. She is excited to share that lifelong passion with our students as we launch this new program!
Welcome to the Hawkeye family, Grace! 🖤💛
Victory Day is about to get even more SUPER!
Elsa and Spider-Man will join us this year to cheer on our incredible Victory Day athletes and take photos with attendees throughout this special afternoon!
At the heart of Victory Day are the athletes who take the field for an unforgettable football experience. We invite the entire Hawkeye community to fill the stands, celebrate every participant and help create the energy that makes this day so meaningful.
📅 Saturday, September 26
⏰ 3 PM
🎟️ Admission is FREE!
Victory Day is proudly part of the Hawkeye Hometown Community Series. Come support the athletes and experience another great day with our community!
Elsa and Spider-Man will join us this year to cheer on our incredible Victory Day athletes and take photos with attendees throughout this special afternoon!
At the heart of Victory Day are the athletes who take the field for an unforgettable football experience. We invite the entire Hawkeye community to fill the stands, celebrate every participant and help create the energy that makes this day so meaningful.
📅 Saturday, September 26
⏰ 3 PM
🎟️ Admission is FREE!
Victory Day is proudly part of the Hawkeye Hometown Community Series. Come support the athletes and experience another great day with our community!
Please join us in welcoming Sally Davis to the Hawkeye Family! Sally will serve at the secondary level as a School Psychologist and MTSS Coordinator Intern at Hamilton High School.
A Michigan native, Sally recently returned home after spending seven years in New Zealand and is continuing her studies in school psychology at Grand Valley State University. She is excited to begin her career in a strong, supportive community and looks forward to joining the Hamilton High School team, supporting our students and meeting everyone over the next couple of weeks!
A Michigan native, Sally recently returned home after spending seven years in New Zealand and is continuing her studies in school psychology at Grand Valley State University. She is excited to begin her career in a strong, supportive community and looks forward to joining the Hamilton High School team, supporting our students and meeting everyone over the next couple of weeks!
Please join us in welcoming Kyle Howe to the Hawkeye Family!
Kyle joins Hamilton High School as a math teacher, bringing five years of experience teaching high school mathematics in Missouri and Florida. After recently moving to West Michigan with his wife, Kyle was drawn to Hamilton’s close-knit community and found exactly that in Hamilton!
We are excited to have you here, Kyle!
Kyle joins Hamilton High School as a math teacher, bringing five years of experience teaching high school mathematics in Missouri and Florida. After recently moving to West Michigan with his wife, Kyle was drawn to Hamilton’s close-knit community and found exactly that in Hamilton!
We are excited to have you here, Kyle!
Here are your important dates for the 2026-27 school year!
As you may remember, Hamilton High School conducted a prescribed burn near the high school pond on March 18, 2025.
Now, 16 months later, the area is thriving as dormant seeds have germinated and new plant life has emerged.
“From our first controlled burn about 10 years ago, which included planting wildflowers, to our latest burn in 2025, we are now seeing a healthier ecosystem near the high school pond,” Mr. Hickok said.
It’s exciting to see the long-term benefits of this work and the natural beauty continuing to grow right here on campus! 🌼🌿
Now, 16 months later, the area is thriving as dormant seeds have germinated and new plant life has emerged.
“From our first controlled burn about 10 years ago, which included planting wildflowers, to our latest burn in 2025, we are now seeing a healthier ecosystem near the high school pond,” Mr. Hickok said.
It’s exciting to see the long-term benefits of this work and the natural beauty continuing to grow right here on campus! 🌼🌿
Please join us in welcoming Addison Hoekstra to Hamilton Community Schools!
Addison joins Hamilton High School as our new Physical Education and Health teacher and is excited to be part of the Hawkeye Family.
She is passionate about helping students build healthy habits through physical activity and health education while creating a positive environment where every student can grow and succeed.
Welcome to Hamilton, Addison! We're excited to have you on our team!
Addison joins Hamilton High School as our new Physical Education and Health teacher and is excited to be part of the Hawkeye Family.
She is passionate about helping students build healthy habits through physical activity and health education while creating a positive environment where every student can grow and succeed.
Welcome to Hamilton, Addison! We're excited to have you on our team!
Introducing the new main office secretary at Hamilton High School: Celeste Barclay!
She is excited to move to Michigan and closer to family after working in the ticket office for the Memphis Grizzlies of the NBA!
Please join us in welcoming Celeste to the Hawkeye Family.
She is excited to move to Michigan and closer to family after working in the ticket office for the Memphis Grizzlies of the NBA!
Please join us in welcoming Celeste to the Hawkeye Family.
