HMS Update

#8: November 22, 2024

Dear HMS parents, guardians, and caregivers, We hope this message finds you well. As many of you may already be aware, there are a variety of illnesses around at this time. Please encourage your child to avoid sharing food, water bottles, utensils, etc. with others. This may help prevent the transfer of germs from one person to another. With the upcoming holiday, we find ourselves sharing parts of our lives for which we are thankful. Top of our list here at HMS is the support and partnership we have with our families. Thank you for supporting your child, for supporting our staff, and for supporting our school community. Our next update will be shared on December 6, 2024. Please continue to be in touch with any questions or concerns. With Gratitude, Mandy Lewis and Tom McDowell HMS Administrative Team

Trimester 1 PowerSchool Information

It is hard to believe that Tuesday, November 26 is the end of the first trimester.  We wanted to share a brief reminder that while the trimester ends on this date, teachers continue to update PowerSchool with essential information through the week of December 2nd.  PowerSchool will accurately reflect trimester 1 grades and standards at the end of the day on Monday, December 9th.

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HMS Dance: December 6, 2024

Our Student Leadership Team is excited to share that HMS will be hosting a dance on Friday, December 6 from 6:30-8pm, and all HMS students are invited to join in the fun.  We will emphasize the following student expectations for this upcoming dance:

-Students attending the dance must arrive within 15 minutes of the start time (by 6:45pm), unless prior arrangements have been made.

-HMS dances are a "come as you are" event. Students may wear whatever attire feels comfortable and meets our dress expectations outlined in the student handbook. Students should not feel the need to "dress up" for our dances.

-To keep students safe, students will stay until the dance is over and be picked up by an adult or adult designee. If a student needs to be picked up before the end of the dance, a parental note and administrative permission are needed. 

-All HMS student behavior expectations apply to the dance. Cell phone use is not permitted. The purpose is for students to socialize in person with those who are at the dance.  Students are encouraged to leave their cell phones at home.  If a student needs to keep a cell phone with them, the phone must remain in their coat pocket.

-Students will have no need for backpacks. Students may bring a reusable water bottle as long as it is empty when they arrive. Cups for water will also be available.

-Our Student Leadership Team is hoping that parents and guardians will provide individually packaged snacks for students to enjoy during the dance.  If you are able to donate snack items, please drop them off in the Main Office.  Items such as single-serving pretzels, goldfish crackers, etc. would be appreciated.

HMS Yearbook

The HMS 2025 Yearbook is on sale now. If you would like to guarantee that you will have a yearbook in June, please order ($33) at this link by December 31st. The cost will increase to $37 on January 1, 2025. If you have any questions, contact Holly Allen.

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PTO Information

  • The Yarmouth PTO is looking for volunteers at all levels! Please visit our quick volunteer survey and indicate any areas of interest. We can't wait to have you join us!

  • Want to keep in touch? Sign up for the Yarmouth PTO newsletter on our website and never miss a piece of PTO news! 

  • The 2024-2025 Student Directory is available to order! You can access the directory information in one of two ways: 1) Online through Membership Toolkit on your desktop or phone. Once you create or log into your account, you will be prompted to double check your information. 2) Order a printed booklet for $10. Fill out the order form here. Orders are due NOVEMBER 27th for delivery in December. (The original form said November 15th, but the deadline has been extended!) There will also be another chance to order in spring 2025. 

  • The next PTO meeting is Thursday, December 19th at 7 pm in the YES library. All are welcome! 

Changes to School-Issued Devices

Starting on December 2, 2024, student school-issued devices will no longer be able to access social media sites and non-educational games.  This change will limit access both at school and at home. If you have any questions, please get in touch.

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Dates to Date:

November 26: Trimester 1 Ends

November 27-29: Thanksgiving Break - No school

December 5: Family / School Alliance presents "Childhood Anxiety - A Community Conversation"

December 6: HMS Dance 6:30-8pm

December 9: 7th and 8th Grade Concerts 6:30pm

December 10: 6th Grade Concerts 6:30pm

December 18: HMS Jazz Night 6:30pm

December 19: PTO meeting 7pm YES Library