Our high school STEM students engineered and tested their own paper roller coasters, using creativity, physics, and teamwork to design the ultimate ride!
Introducing the Middle School Students of the Month for October!
5th: Daleysa Carrera
6th: Rosealynn Sickels
7th: Brantley Maris
8th: Lilliana Washington
Thanks to you all for being great role models and exemplifying what it means to be an HMS Hawk--way to show your Hawk WINGS (Working Together, Integrity, Never Giving Up, Generous in Spirit, and Show Respect)!
5th: Daleysa Carrera
6th: Rosealynn Sickels
7th: Brantley Maris
8th: Lilliana Washington
Thanks to you all for being great role models and exemplifying what it means to be an HMS Hawk--way to show your Hawk WINGS (Working Together, Integrity, Never Giving Up, Generous in Spirit, and Show Respect)!
Our 2nd and 3rd grade TAG students took a trip to Northwestern College to see Dragon’s Love Tacos! The performance was full of laughs and imagination, but also packed with learning. Attending live theater helps students build listening and comprehension skills, expand vocabulary, and spark creativity. It also gives them a chance to experience storytelling brought to life, supporting social-emotional growth and a lifelong appreciation for the arts. We loved seeing our young learners connect classroom lessons to the stage! 💛🐉🌮 #HMSHawks #TAG #DragonsLoveTacos #LearningBeyondTheClassroom
The public is invited to attend the Veterans Day programs hosted by HMS tomorrow!
The Elementary/High School program begins at 9:00 in the High School Gym.
The Middle School program begins at 10:30 in the Middle School Gym.
The Elementary/High School program begins at 9:00 in the High School Gym.
The Middle School program begins at 10:30 in the Middle School Gym.
Seventh and eighth grade singers from HMS, under the direction of Mrs. Daggett, joined over 300 students from 33 schools across Iowa for the ICDA Honor Choir in Le Mars. It was a day full of music and an inspiring evening performance!
Our students represented HMS with enthusiasm and pride, working hard under the direction of Heather Barker and Mark Potvin to create a truly moving concert.
Special thanks to our administration for supporting this opportunity, to ICDA and the many teacher volunteers who make this event possible, and to Le Mars for being such a wonderful host. Congratulations to our Honor Choir singers for a fantastic day of music-making—you made HMS proud!
Our students represented HMS with enthusiasm and pride, working hard under the direction of Heather Barker and Mark Potvin to create a truly moving concert.
Special thanks to our administration for supporting this opportunity, to ICDA and the many teacher volunteers who make this event possible, and to Le Mars for being such a wonderful host. Congratulations to our Honor Choir singers for a fantastic day of music-making—you made HMS proud!
Congratulations to the high school choir on their fall vocal concert on October 30!
The evening started with two senior spotlights, Jordan Lux singing "A Thousand Years." Jordan's younger brother, Ean (6th grade), joined her for a duet, "Say Something," and left a few tears in the audience.
Then, Jozelyn Torres wowed us all with her solo "Dreamer."
The concert choir took the stage with a triumphant "Battle Hymn of the Republic" as they prepare for Veterans Day.
"Actus" left the audience silent for a few moments. The text, nearly 2,000 years old, from the teachings of Marcus Aurelius, translates to "the challenge is the way" and became the concert's main theme.
The women started the Large Group Contest process and stirred our hearts with "Prayer of the Children."
Ending the concert with a message of light and hope was a piece called "Can We Sing the Darkness to Light?" by Kyle Pederson.
Thank you to everyone who helps make our concert successful, but truly, the hard-working students and the people who support us!
See you December 8 @ 7:00pm for our HS Holiday Concert!
The evening started with two senior spotlights, Jordan Lux singing "A Thousand Years." Jordan's younger brother, Ean (6th grade), joined her for a duet, "Say Something," and left a few tears in the audience.
Then, Jozelyn Torres wowed us all with her solo "Dreamer."
The concert choir took the stage with a triumphant "Battle Hymn of the Republic" as they prepare for Veterans Day.
"Actus" left the audience silent for a few moments. The text, nearly 2,000 years old, from the teachings of Marcus Aurelius, translates to "the challenge is the way" and became the concert's main theme.
The women started the Large Group Contest process and stirred our hearts with "Prayer of the Children."
Ending the concert with a message of light and hope was a piece called "Can We Sing the Darkness to Light?" by Kyle Pederson.
Thank you to everyone who helps make our concert successful, but truly, the hard-working students and the people who support us!
See you December 8 @ 7:00pm for our HS Holiday Concert!
At HMS High School, our Students of the Month embody what it means to Show Up. Step Up. Soar! by demonstrating dedication, leadership, and a positive example for their peers. Alongside them, students have also voted to recognize a staff member who consistently models these same values throughout every week of the school year. Congratulations to our October recipients!
Reminder to all HMS families that school will be dismissing early today, Tuesday, November 4th, and Thursday, November 6th, for Parent Teacher Conferences. We look forward to sharing with you at conferences!
The 3rd graders are currently working on their human body Amplify unit. Dr. Stacy Carlin, from Family Health Chiropractic, joined the 3rd graders last week to build on their learning of bones and nerves as an interconnected system.
🎃 HMS High School Community Halloween Night Success! 🎃
Our HMS FBLA chapter hosted a fantastic Community Halloween Night that brought together many of the incredible student groups and organizations from our high school! From creative decorations to fun activities, the event was filled with school spirit and community pride.
A huge thank-you to Mrs. Briggs, the FBLA members, and all the students and staff who helped make the night such a success. And of course, thank you to everyone who came out to join the fun. We loved seeing our community come together to celebrate! 👻🧡🖤
Our HMS FBLA chapter hosted a fantastic Community Halloween Night that brought together many of the incredible student groups and organizations from our high school! From creative decorations to fun activities, the event was filled with school spirit and community pride.
A huge thank-you to Mrs. Briggs, the FBLA members, and all the students and staff who helped make the night such a success. And of course, thank you to everyone who came out to join the fun. We loved seeing our community come together to celebrate! 👻🧡🖤
The naturalist joined the 7th grade classes at the Middle School to lead an active movement game tied to prairie lands. They were also able to do some hands-on learning with prairie grasses and plants around the Sanborn golf course.
Mrs. Benz surprised each class at the Elementary with a special Halloween story time this week!
We Are Hiring!
Do you know of any individuals looking to join an excellent school district? If so, send them our way! The HMS Community School District is seeking highly qualified, dynamic individuals to serve in a variety of roles within the school district. For more information, please visit the HMS district employment page at: https://www.hartley-ms.k12.ia.us/page/employment
Questions regarding any of these positions can be directed to any building principal or Mr. Carlin, HMS Superintendent at pcarlin@hmshawks.org.
Miss Rustad and the 7th graders started their next art project at the Middle School… masks!
Family Game Night was a success! We had a great time with our HMS Middle School families!
Registration for the Winter '25/'26 Driver's Education Class is now open!
Classes will meet 15 times at HMS Middle School on selected dates from November 11th- February 20th. The first night of class is a parent/child meeting from 7:00-9:00pm. Payment for the course must be made that night. All other class sessions for students will run from 6:00-9:00pm. Individual driving times with an instructor will also be scheduled after classes begin.
The link for more information and to register: https://www.hartley-ms.k12.ia.us/page/drivers-education
Classes will meet 15 times at HMS Middle School on selected dates from November 11th- February 20th. The first night of class is a parent/child meeting from 7:00-9:00pm. Payment for the course must be made that night. All other class sessions for students will run from 6:00-9:00pm. Individual driving times with an instructor will also be scheduled after classes begin.
The link for more information and to register: https://www.hartley-ms.k12.ia.us/page/drivers-education
Twelve 5th grade students and two 7th grade students were recognized for their exceptional work on their first quarter book reports. The 5th grade students were challenged to complete four book reports during the first quarter. Those students got to have 'Donuts with Douma' to celebrate their hard work! The two 7th grade students were recognized for their exceptional writing and earned smoothies!
The Middle School Cross Country runners wrapped up their season last week! Way to work hard this season!
Join us at the Middle School tomorrow night from 6:00 - 8:00 for Family Game Night!
The Naturalist came to visit the 5th and 6th grade science students! The 5th graders participated in a hands-on activity separating substances, and the 6th graders had some extra practice with plant and animal cells.
