Mrs. Swenson's TK students continue to grow!
Mrs. Kroese's problem-solving class has been studying plastic. They learned that milk can actually be used to create plastic. In their lab, they tested different amounts of vinegar and then weighed the amount of casein they were able to extract from the milk. They will use their results to graph their information and then re-do the lab using the amount of vinegar they feel will work best to create their own plastic creations.
As the fourth grade students went through Eureka! Student Inventors, they read a range of informational texts about inventors, inventions, and the creation process. In addition to close readings, students analyzed objects and situations in the world around them, identified problems, created evidence-based solutions, and ultimately became inventors themselves. They are pictured working on the challenge of cleaning up the office space which has too much garbage and must invent an apparatus to get garbage from the desk to a garbage can two feet away, without tossing it.
Friday, February 7th from 7:45-8:20 join the Middle School as we celebrate all the important Dudes in our students' lives. Be it Dad, Grandpa, Uncle, Big Brother, Coach, Neighbor, or even Mom/Grandma.
We are so very thankful for these "dudes" in our students' lives and we want to celebrate them. The event will be in the Middle School Lunchroom. Come for coffee, donuts, and laughter.
Ms. Letien finds fun ways for students to practice their math skills.
Because of the partnership between Lindsey Kleinhesselink, O'Brien Conservationist, and HMS Schools, middle school students have the opportunity to learn a variety of skill sets, preparing them for their future!
Mrs. Johannsen's students are great leaders!
Mrs. Hoaglund's 8th grade ELA students are working hard!
Here are the activities for the upcoming week. Make it a great one, Hawks!
The 100th day of school is quickly approaching! To celebrate, on Thursday, January 30th, elementary students can dress like a 100-year-old or wear an outfit with 100 items on it!
A special thank you to Valero for such a fun and energetic High Five Friday! We had a blast this morning!
HMS will be having a 2 hour late start on Tuesday, 21, 2025. No AM Preschool or AM Activities.
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 qualified, caring, and motivated individuals to join our team. All positions are open until filled. 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 any building principal or Mr. Carlin.
The middle school wrestling meet at Sibley-Ocheydan is canceled tonight due to cold temperatures.
Here are the activities for the upcoming week. Make it a great one, Hawks!
Mr. Spier's Metals I Class is learning how to weld! They continue to get better and better every day!
Students in Ms. Bronstad's room have been busy studying Earth, chemical reactions, and landforms. This week they created volcanoes!
Here are the activities for the upcoming week. Make it a great one, Hawks!
Preschool students in Ms. Stofferan's class have been wishing for more snow to come! They got their wish when they had an opportunity to explore fake snow in the sensory table!
A special thanks to Sanborn Savings Bank for joining us this morning for High Five Friday!
