Read Across America Week is next week, and the elementary is celebrating with Dr. Seuss-themed dress-up days! Be sure to check out each day's theme below!
Happenings at HMS Middle School!
Walking the halls of HMS Middle School, you will find many exciting things happening! 7th graders were working on drones in Computer Science class with Mrs. Jessen, 6th graders were learning about snakes with the O'Brien County Naturalist, 8th graders were doing a virtual field trip of the Shakespeare’s Globe Theater with Mrs. Hoaglund, and 5th graders were learning about the Civil War with an activity in Mrs. Massmann’s class.
https://www.shakespearesglobe.com/discover/about-us/virtual-tour/
Be sure to check the temperature for each day this week!
A special thanks to the FCA group for joining the elementary for High Five Friday! We had such a fabulous morning!
Today, the FFA officers visited the Middle School as part of National FFA Week. The current FFA officers spoke to the 8th graders and encouraged them to join FFA next year. They even participated in a competitive game of tug-of-war! Who do you think won?
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It's always a great day when the O'Brien County Naturalist comes to visit! The preschool students learned about turtles and observed two real turtles.
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 positions can be directed to the appropriate building principal or Mr. Carlin.
This week is National FFA Week, and today is Thank a Farmer Day! To celebrate, HMS students had the opportunity to drive their tractor to school today!
Remember to thank a farmer today. Without them, we wouldn’t have the food we eat, the clothes on our backs, and so much more. Happy National FFA Week and Thank a Farmer Day!
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Congratulations to Jack Mastbergen on his 5th place finish in the Individual State Bowling tournament today! He rolled a 300 game today.
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Thank you to the special "dudes" who came out to Donuts & Dudes at the Middle School yesterday morning!
What a fun and extra special high five Friday morning! Thank you to these ladies representing the Community Memorial Health Center! There were many students excited to see their special someone welcoming them today!
Mark your calendars! The Elementary's Spring Vocal Concerts and Art Shows are almost here!
TK and Kindergarten - Monday, March 11 - 6:00 PM - High School Gym
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1st - 4th Grade - Tuesday, March 12 - 6:00 and 7:00 PM - High School Gym
Congratulations to Adam Schierholz on signing with the Minnesota State University Moorhead Football Team!
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Congratulations to Madison Fritz and Ellisyn Scroggin for being selected to participate in the Strong Foundation 6th grade Honor Band hosted at North High School in Sioux City.
They were selected along with 200 other 6th grade students from the tri-state area. Both girls were in the Blue band conducted by Ms. Nikole Nuttall, middle school band director for Alta-Aurelia Schools.
On Monday, rehearsed for about 5 hours on and then gave a performance that evening to a full-house.
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 positions can be directed to the appropriate building principal or Mr. Carlin.
Annika Overmire, Aiden Nitzel, and Lillian Van Loon were selected to participate in the Cyclone Honor Band hosted by Iowa State University. They were selected for the Cardinal Band which is made up of over 100 students across the state. They rehearsed all day Friday and enjoyed a concert performed by the Iowa State Wind Ensemble and then gave a performance Saturday afternoon in Stephens Auditorium.
The first picture is all three students before their first rehearsal and the second picture is the Cardinal Band at Stephens Auditorium during their dress rehearsal.
Happy National School Counseling Week to our three AMAZING School Counselors! Thank you for helping all students succeed! You are appreciated!
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A big shout out to the wrestling team, wrestling cheerleaders, and basketball cheerleaders for joining us this morning for High Five Friday! Good luck with the remainder of your seasons!
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Lindsey, the O’Brien County Naturalist, stopped by HMS and taught TK and Kindergarten about animals and their habitats. The students got to act out some animals and state what habitat they belonged to.
A big thank you to the HMS Bowling Team for joining us this morning for High Five Friday! We had a great morning welcoming the students to school!
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