Important News

January numbers are in...we collected 1,090 pounds of clothes and shoes! We earned $109.00 for student activities such as field trips, athletic and academic intramurals. Thanks for your support! Remember Clothing to Cash will accept items in ALL conditions: new with tags, or torn, stained, worn-out knees, shoes with holes or only one shoe, backpacks, old sheets, stuffed animals, and…

The National Art Education Association has named Samantha Waid (Art Teacher at HCMS) to receive the 2020 New Professional Art Educator Award. This prestigious award, determined through a peer review of nominations, recognizes excellence and achievement by new art educators. The award will be presented at the NAEA National Convention in Minneapolis, MN, March 26-28, 2020. NAEA President Thom Knab…

As a reminder, students will be participating in the ELA and Math MAP (Measure of Academic Progress) assessments beginning next week in their ELA and Math classes. Students in GT English (8th grade), Algebra, and Geometry are exempt from this assessment. ELA Assessments during the week of February 10 Math Assessments during the week of February 17 Please contact Kristin…

As a reminder, all schools are closed on Tuesday, February 4 due to the special election to fill the 7th congressional district seat vacated following the passing of Rep. Elijah Cummings.

Quarter 2 report cards will be issued on Monday, February 3.

HCMS students and their families are invited to a Winter Wear Clothing Giveaway on Friday, February 7 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. in the cafeteria. Items will include gently used coats, blankets, hats, gloves, scarves, earmuffs and more.

Friday, January 24 marks the end of second quarter and the halfway point of the 2019-2020 school year. There is no school for students on Monday, January 27. On Tuesday, January 28 students will begin Semester 2. The courses that meet every day, all year will not change. The related arts classes that meet every other day will change for…

8th grade students now have access to their 9th grade course recommendations through Synergy. Please review the information and dates below to stay on track with the high school registration process. Mr. Evans and Mrs. Oak are available to meet with students to help them complete the online registration process as needed. January 8-17 8th grade students review recommendations and…

The SMILE Program will be at HCMS on Wednesday, February 12. They will provide dental screening and cleanings to students in school at no cost to you. The application to participate is in the health room. You can also sign up online at www.MySchoolDentist.com. Please call 410-313-6934 with any questions.

Please join us for the next HCASC meeting on Wednesday, January 8 from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Homewood School 10914 Clarksville Pike Ellicott City, MD 21042. HCASC meetings are for all Middle and High School students interested in: -Sharing the Student Voice on HCPSS Policy and Community Issues -Gaining Leadership Skills -Practicing Community Service -Working with student leaders from across…