Important News

PI DAY A message from the Staff Appreciation Committee: For our March Staff Appreciation event, we'd like to provide a MINI PIE for EVERY staff member to take home for Pi Day (3.14). If you are able to donate, we’d greatly appreciate it! Please sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080E48ABAE2EABFF2-60904364-hmsstaff. Note that if you sign up for a fresh mini pie donation…

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

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…

February 27- Chamber Orchestra Assessment February 28 - String Orchestra Assessment March 1-7 - National School Social Work Week March 2-6 - National School Breakfast Week March 2 - Read Across America Day & International SEL Day March 3 - Now a full day for students March 8 - Daylight Savings Time March 14 - Pi Day

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…