Introducing the Middle School Students of the Month for March!
5th: Kyzer Cook
6th: Ean Elgersma
7th: Quinn Smith
8th: Derrica Van Loon
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: Kyzer Cook
6th: Ean Elgersma
7th: Quinn Smith
8th: Derrica Van Loon
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)!
Spring Break is next week! School will resume on Monday, April 6th.
Goodies with Gals at the MS on Friday! We loved having our moms, grandmas, aunts, neighbors, & special friends here to join us for breakfast!
Parent Teacher Conferences will be held this week! Students will be dismissed at 1:15/1:30 on Tuesday and Thursday.
Also, there will be no school this Friday, March 27th, due to Teacher Professional Development.
Also, there will be no school this Friday, March 27th, due to Teacher Professional Development.
Here are the Individual State Speech Results!
Thank you to the Melvin 313 Club for joining us this morning for High Five Friday! It was such a fun morning!
Premier Communications came to share some Oreos for National Oreo Day on Friday, March 6th, with Mrs. Kroese's class!
In addition, Jeff Kroese taught the students a little bit about how his job has changed over the years. Jeff has worked for Premier Communications for the past 29 years. He showed them the old copper wires, which used to be used to feed homes cable TV and internet, and also showed them the newer fiber and how that works. Thanks, Jeff, for sharing your knowledge with us!
In addition, Jeff Kroese taught the students a little bit about how his job has changed over the years. Jeff has worked for Premier Communications for the past 29 years. He showed them the old copper wires, which used to be used to feed homes cable TV and internet, and also showed them the newer fiber and how that works. Thanks, Jeff, for sharing your knowledge with us!
The HMS Community School District is hiring coaches!
Please contact Mr. Carlin, HMS Superintendent, at pcarlin@hmshawks.org or any building principal with any questions.
To apply, please visit the HMS district employment page at: https://www.hartley-ms.k12.ia.us/page/employment
Please contact Mr. Carlin, HMS Superintendent, at pcarlin@hmshawks.org or any building principal with any questions.
To apply, please visit the HMS district employment page at: https://www.hartley-ms.k12.ia.us/page/employment
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
Last chance to order Track and Golf Apparel!
The Golf Store closes tomorrow, March 18th at 10 am, and the Track Store will close March 19th at 10 am.
Golf Store: https://hmsglf26.itemorder.com/shop/home/
Track Store: https://hmstrackfield26.itemorder.com/shop/home/
The Golf Store closes tomorrow, March 18th at 10 am, and the Track Store will close March 19th at 10 am.
Golf Store: https://hmsglf26.itemorder.com/shop/home/
Track Store: https://hmstrackfield26.itemorder.com/shop/home/
HMS will be closed today due to road conditions.
HMS will be delayed 2 hours on Monday, March 16th due to snowy conditions. No AM Activities.
🍕 It’s been a delicious week in Advanced Foods! 🍕
Students have been diving into the world of pizza — learning about the history of pizza, different types of dough, and popular pizza styles from around the world. This week, they put their knowledge into action in the kitchen lab by creating their own homemade pizzas!
From Hawaiian and pepperoni to stuffed crust and some very creative combinations, students had a great time experimenting with flavors and showing off their cooking skills. It was awesome to see their teamwork and creativity come to life in the kitchen.
Another fun (and tasty!) week in FCS! 🍕
Students have been diving into the world of pizza — learning about the history of pizza, different types of dough, and popular pizza styles from around the world. This week, they put their knowledge into action in the kitchen lab by creating their own homemade pizzas!
From Hawaiian and pepperoni to stuffed crust and some very creative combinations, students had a great time experimenting with flavors and showing off their cooking skills. It was awesome to see their teamwork and creativity come to life in the kitchen.
Another fun (and tasty!) week in FCS! 🍕
HMS was well represented in the War Eagle Conference Honor Band hosted by Gehlen Catholic. There were two honor bands, one for middle school students and another for high school students, and they both performed a fabulous concert after a full day of rehearsing.
Middle School students who participated: Kaley J., Keegan V.R., Kate C., Madison F., Gage S., Mianey V.D.M.
High School students who participated: Delilah B., Jenna H., Aubrey D., Mykle M., JW V.D.M., James C., Jax B., Easton T., Bella D., Ellie P.
Middle School students who participated: Kaley J., Keegan V.R., Kate C., Madison F., Gage S., Mianey V.D.M.
High School students who participated: Delilah B., Jenna H., Aubrey D., Mykle M., JW V.D.M., James C., Jax B., Easton T., Bella D., Ellie P.
We had a great week celebrating National FFA Week! Throughout FFA Week, members were active in many different activities. This year, the officer team offered a scavenger hunt throughout the High School. Members also had the opportunity to read to Elementary students. On Teacher Tuesday, they hosted a Teacher Appreciation Breakfast for the High School staff. On Friday, members finished out the week by participating in High-Five Friday, Grab The Mic Challenge at lunch, and Ag Olympics with the high school student body.
We also want to take the time to celebrate Kamrynn Visser-Jennings, who was elected as the 2026-2027 NW Iowa District Reporter. On February 7th, Kamrynn went through multiple interviews as well as a knowledge quiz. She was then balloted, where she competed on March 11. At District Convention, Kamrynn had to give a 2 minute speech in front of two delegates from each school in the Northwest District, where she was then elected. Throughout the year, Kamrynn will travel around the state representing HMS in many different competitions and public events, including the State Fair. Congratulations, Kamrynn, we are very proud of you!
We also want to take the time to celebrate Kamrynn Visser-Jennings, who was elected as the 2026-2027 NW Iowa District Reporter. On February 7th, Kamrynn went through multiple interviews as well as a knowledge quiz. She was then balloted, where she competed on March 11. At District Convention, Kamrynn had to give a 2 minute speech in front of two delegates from each school in the Northwest District, where she was then elected. Throughout the year, Kamrynn will travel around the state representing HMS in many different competitions and public events, including the State Fair. Congratulations, Kamrynn, we are very proud of you!
Preschool pre-registration is happening now for the 26-27 school year. Please complete the survey below to pre-register your student.
https://forms.gle/1GZAeSHr6S2s27L2A
If you have any questions, please email Mrs. Benz at abenz@hmshawks.org or call (712) 928-2020.
Please note - You will also need to complete school registration in early August. The dates and location for registration in August will be sent out in the summer.
https://forms.gle/1GZAeSHr6S2s27L2A
If you have any questions, please email Mrs. Benz at abenz@hmshawks.org or call (712) 928-2020.
Please note - You will also need to complete school registration in early August. The dates and location for registration in August will be sent out in the summer.
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 a Family and Consumer Science Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. 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.
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 a Family and Consumer Science Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. 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.
There will be a public hearing March 23rd, 2026 for the Hartley Melvin Sanborn proposed property tax levy for the 2027 fiscal year. Please attend if you are interested.
Click the link here for more information: https://aptg.co/kdF6_y
The Elementary School will be hosting a Spring Book Fair this year during Parent-Teacher Conferences.
The Book Fair will be held in the 1/2 DaVinci Studio on Tuesday, March 24 & Thursday, March 26 from 4:30-7:30 PM. * Please note the time change
If you are unable to make it to the book fair, or would simply like to order online, please use the following link: https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/hartleymelvinsanbornes
The Book Fair will be held in the 1/2 DaVinci Studio on Tuesday, March 24 & Thursday, March 26 from 4:30-7:30 PM. * Please note the time change
If you are unable to make it to the book fair, or would simply like to order online, please use the following link: https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/hartleymelvinsanbornes
Thank you to Savings Bank for joining us this morning for High Five Friday! We had a blast!
