Important News

QuarterlyBullyingCommunication Parents, Guardians, and Families, Our school is committed to creating a safe, welcoming, and respectful environment for every student. As part of that commitment, we want to share information about how we prevent, respond to, and investigate incidents involving hate and bias. Incidents related to hate or bias can have a serious impact on students’ emotional well-being, sense of…

April 27-30 MCAP ELA & Math - 6th Grade May 4&5 - MISA SS Test - 8th Grade May 4-7 MCAP ELA & Math - 7th Grade May 11-14 MCAP Testing ELA & Math - 8th Grade A portion of the ELA MCAP will require wired headphones. Students may bring their own or use the school’s headphones. Students don’t need…

SCHOOL NAME: Hammond Middle School PICTURE DAY: Thursday, April 9, 2026 Picture Day is coming soon! To order spring photos, you must return the flyer/order envelope on Picture Day. Online pre-ordering is NOT available for spring photos – the envelope MUST be returned on Picture Day. For individual portraits, only students who bring in their envelopes on Picture Day will…

Action Required Per the Maryland State Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, ALL rising 7th grade students are required to have two additional vaccines by the first day of the 2026-27 school year (August 24, 2026): Tdap and MCV4 These immunizations are routinely given at your student's annual physical exams (usually between the ages of 10-12). Please check with your…

As previously announced, beginning in quarter 4, our school will pilot a new Chromebook model in which student devices will be housed in classrooms in secured carts for use during instructional time. Call to Action for Parents/Guardians- By Friday, March 27th, fill out the Technology Device/Chromebook Home Use Questionnaire to specify your wish for your student(s) to continue to have…

We are excited to host a multicultural night! This is a great opportunity for you to share your culture with the rest of the school community. What: Multicultural Night When: May 6th (5pm for setting up table, event will start 5:30) Where: Hammond Middle School RSVP by 4/17/26 Help us bring one or more aspects of your culture to life…

HMS PTA Newsletter April 2026 In person and hybrid – details to come! HMS PTA Spring Fling next Friday April 24, 3:13-5:15PM! Get your student's ticket now on Givebacks . $10 ticket price includes pizza, snacks, frozen treats, Laser Tag, Game Truck, Photobooth, Magnet Crafts, and Music. Open to ALL HMS students. Event will take place on the blacktop and…

2026 Family Academy Conference HCPSS families are invited to attend the 2026 Family Academy Conference on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, from 5:30–8:30 pm at Long Reach High School. This free, districtwide event brings families, educators, and community partners together for an evening of learning, connection, and support. Families can enjoy a light dinner, a community resource fair, interactive workshops focused…

Hammond Middle School HMS Scheduling Letter for SY 26-27 Attention 6th Grade Families https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Xrvh7OTvM5S-Pj8mrY8d4nS0MrH2Qba8/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=100483314131416196957&rtpof=true&sd=true Attention 7th Grade Families https://docs.google.com/document/d/1gbgiaUE2Q6WLfy_N2a7sU2gPn3ZavZwy/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=100483314131416196957&rtpof=true&sd=true