Important News

High School Course Information It is hard to believe, but it is time to start thinking about what classes your students will take in 9th grade. Here is a copy of the High School 101 presentation: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1cqKaJ31emh2gYUiPzgbLbsqqCxfP-ytR5YjPtL31ZJE/edit?usp=sharing We encourage you to review the presentation with your student and begin discussing which courses make sense for them to take in high…

January 5 - Return from Winter Break January 19 - Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day - Schools & Offices Closed January 22 - Schools Close 3hrs Early January 23 - End of Q2 - 3 Hour Early Dismissal (MS/HS End of Q2) January 23 - PTA sponsored Winter Dance January 26 - Schools Closed for Students - Professional Work…

All 8th grade students and students new to the state of Maryland will be screened at the HMS Hearing and Vision Clinic on 12/5/25. The rescreen date is 12/11/25. Parents may OPT out of screenings for religious reasons. Please email the school nurse stating you would like your student to opt out of the Hearing and Vision Clinic. EMAIL: christina_toler@hcpss.org…

We understand that the recent federal government shutdown is creating challenges for many of our families. We recognize that this situation may be impacting household finances and access to important resources. Please know that our HMS community is here to support you. Below is a list of resources that may be helpful during this time. If you need assistance navigating…

Hammond Middle School ABSENTEES & RETAKE DAY Wednesday, November 12, 2025 You may have your portraits retaken on this day. The entire portrait package must be returned. Please have your child bring the portrait package to the photographer on retake day. Parents of students who were absent should contact the main office for an order envelope if they wish to…

Update Your Student/Family Emergency Information Today! Parents/guardians must verify and/or update emergency information for each child every school year. This is completed online in Family File, which has several new updates including how and where to access. Full details on updating your Family File are available online. One exciting new feature is that families now can submit a change of…

Congratulations to Hammond Middle School! We are thrilled to recognize and celebrate the outstanding achievements of our incredible Hammond Middle School team: Principal of the Year – Lisa Smith Your visionary leadership continues to inspire excellence in every corner of our school community. Teacher of the Year – Natalie Pretzello Your dedication, creativity, and unwavering commitment to student success are…

HMS Intramurals and Other After School Activities D&D (Dungeons & Dragons) Dates: September 24 - December 10 With the exception of: 11/12, 11/26 Meet: Wednesdays Time: 3:30pm - 4:45pm Volleyball Dates: October 14 - December16 Meet: Tuesdays Time: 3:30pm - 5:00pm Beyond School Hours Reading/Math Tutoring Dates: October 21,22 and 29 November 4,5,11 and 19 December 2,3,9,10 and 17 Time…

Important News from the Nurse HCPSS requires a new medication order form each school year dated on or after July 1st for all medications, including both prescription and over-the-counter medications (over-the-counter medications must be received by the health room in new, unopened containers and be clearly labeled with the student’s name). The links to the order forms are below. http://www.hcpss.org/f/aboutus/physician-medication-form.pdf…

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