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 in search of an Elementary Paraprofessional. For more information, please visit the HMS district employment page at: https://www.hartley-ms.k12.ia.us/page/employment
Questions regarding this position can be directed to Ashley Benz, Elementary Principal, at abenz@hmshawks.org.
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 in search of an Elementary Paraprofessional. For more information, please visit the HMS district employment page at: https://www.hartley-ms.k12.ia.us/page/employment
Questions regarding this position can be directed to Ashley Benz, Elementary Principal, at abenz@hmshawks.org.
The Hartley-Melvin-Sanborn Community School District is accepting sealed bids for the
purchase of district property.
purchase of district property.
Have a great week, Hawks!
⭐️Introducing your elementary Students of the Month for September!⭐️
From left to right
Back: Paisley K., Gracen V., Owen H.
Front: Emmett B., Hadley G., Cayson J.
From left to right
Back: Paisley K., Gracen V., Owen H.
Front: Emmett B., Hadley G., Cayson J.
Today is HR Professionals Day!
Thank you to Emma Hamrick and Brenda Decker for all of the behind-the-scenes work they do daily to support the staff and help all HMS Schools to thrive!
Thank you to Emma Hamrick and Brenda Decker for all of the behind-the-scenes work they do daily to support the staff and help all HMS Schools to thrive!
High Five Friday on Homecoming Week is the absolute BEST way to start the day!!! Thank you to all our high school fall athletes and activity participants for joining us this morning!
CONGRATULATIONS to Kolby Douma and Camryn Wilson on being crowned Homecoming King and Queen at tonight's coronation!
Our high school scientists got to witness matter in action today! Ms. Paulson's Physical Science freshmen completed a phase changes lab, tracking thermal energy as matter transformed from solid to liquid to gas. Students graphed their data and explained why temperature plateaus during state changes.
It's going to be a great week!
Thank you to Iowa State Bank of Sanborn and Melvin for joining us this morning for High Five Friday!
On Wednesday, HMS Student Council members volunteered at the Clay County Fair! They helped direct traffic, greeted fairgoers, carried equipment, and stamped hands. It was a great day!
Today we celebrate Benny, our IT Professional! Thank you for all that you do for the students and staff at HMS Schools!
Homecoming week is next week!
Students and staff from all buildings are invited to show off their school spirit by participating in the week's dress-up days!
Go Hawks!
Congratulations to the 2026 Homecoming Royalty!
Have a great week, Hawks!
School Picture day is right around the corner!
Following photo day, information will be sent home with instructions on how to order.
Following photo day, information will be sent home with instructions on how to order.
The HMS Community School District is hiring Route, Substitute Route, and Activity Bus Drivers. A valid CDL is required. Candidates without a CDL may apply; the district can help you obtain certification.
For questions, please contact Mr. Carlin, HMS Superintendent, at pcarlin@hmshawks.org or Jeremy Niichel, HMS Transportation Director, at jerniichel@hmshawks.org.
To apply for this position, please visit the HMS district employment page at: https://www.hartley-ms.k12.ia.us/page/employment
For questions, please contact Mr. Carlin, HMS Superintendent, at pcarlin@hmshawks.org or Jeremy Niichel, HMS Transportation Director, at jerniichel@hmshawks.org.
To apply for this position, please visit the HMS district employment page at: https://www.hartley-ms.k12.ia.us/page/employment
HMS Youth!
Come cheer on the HMS Volleyball Hawks on Thursday, September 9, for the home game against Sibley-Ocheyedan! Youth can enter for free and will receive a poster signed by the current varsity players starting at 6 PM. Be sure to stay and cheer on our Varsity players at 7 PM! Go Hawks!
Attention businesses of Hartley, Melvin, and Sanborn communities:
2026 Homecoming is right around the corner, and we need your help with school spirit!
2026 Homecoming is right around the corner, and we need your help with school spirit!
The Elementary School is looking for 2-3 parent volunteers to assist with Picture Day on Friday, September 18th.
If you are willing to volunteer, please reach out to Mrs. Benz at abenz@hmshawks.org!
Thank you!
If you are willing to volunteer, please reach out to Mrs. Benz at abenz@hmshawks.org!
Thank you!