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HMS 2025-26 'Need 2 Knows' Document (Supply Lists, Important Dates)

Welcome to the 2025-2026 School Year

Welcome to the 2025-2026 school year! We are so excited to welcome both our returning families and those joining us for the first time. Hamilton Middle School is a special place where students learn, grow, and thrive. Over the past four years, I have had the privilege of witnessing our students’ kindness, compassion, and tremendous growth—and I look forward to seeing even more of it this year.

At HMS, we hold high expectations for all our students. Our instruction will continue to focus on the skills and content needed to master grade-level learning. We are also committed to meeting students where they are by providing targeted support to help every learner succeed.

Upcoming Dates to Remember:

• Picture Day for 5th/6th Grade Students: August 11, from 3:00-6:00 p.m.

• Fall Sports Information for Parents: August 12, at 6:30 p.m. in the West Gym

• Picture Day for 7th/8th Grade Students: August 12, from 3:00-6:00 p.m.

• Parent Meeting for those new to HMS: August 26, 5:30-6:15 p.m. in the Library (if your first child is starting at the MS or you are new to Hamilton, this meeting will be helpful).

• Hawkeye Hometown Tailgate: September 19, 5:00-7:00 in the MS parking lot.

This Year’s Focus:

• Personalized Learning: Using a variety of strategies to meet the needs of every learner and provide meaningful differentiation in the classroom.
  
  

• Building Community: Continuing to strengthen our culture of connection, belonging, and support for all students and families.
  
  

To stay informed about all that’s happening at HMS and Hamilton Community Schools, please ensure your cell phone number and email are updated in Final Forms so you can receive our messages. I will send a monthly Middle School newsletter at the beginning of each month, and you can also visit our website and social media platforms for the latest news and upcoming events:

• Website: https://www.hamiltonschools.us/

• Twitter: https://twitter.com/hamiltonschools

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hamiltonhawkeyes/

• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hamiltonschoolsmi/

Together with our dedicated staff, we strive to create a connected community that helps our wonderful students grow through their Hawkey Experience. We look forward to partnering with you for another fantastic year. Thank you for being an essential part of the HMS community—together, we’ll make this year one of growth, achievement, and lasting memories.

Please feel free to contact me with any questions, comments, or concerns at 269.751.4436 x 3006 or emorehou@hamiltonschools.us. I look forward to working with you and helping each student achieve their personal goals.