Hamilton Middle

WCS Teaching & Learning Academy - Summer 2023 - Learn about all the amazing sessions and keynotes this summer! The Teaching and Learning Academy by Wood County Schools is all set to commence this July, offering a remarkable week of professional development and featuring noteworthy keynote speakers. In this first part of a two-part series, educators from Wood County Schools provide insights into the upcoming academy, outlining the highlights of their sessions and giving a sneak peek into what to anticipate this summer. The academy is scheduled to take place from July 17th to the 21st at Williamstown Middle High School. https://woodcountyschoolswv.com/wcsvoices

All Hamilton students are to bring their iPad chargers to school on Friday May 12. Students will leave their iPads at HMS over the weekend so they are fully charged and ready for WVGSA testing which begins Monday morning, May 15. Thanks for reminding your student to bring their charger to school on Friday.

WCS Voices - Episode 3: Christie Willis and Michael Erb join the podcast to talk about first jobs, growing pains, memories from childhood, and to speak about the importance of public education teachers during Teacher Appreciation Week. https://woodcountyschoolswv.com/wcs-voices

Next Monday May 15, 2023, all HMS students will begin taking the WVGSA. The regular testing schedule runs through Thursday May 18 with makeup testing to follow. Please make sure your HMS student is well rested and is in homeroom by 8:00 AM. We will serve breakfast to every student before the testing begins. Please avoid scheduling appointments during this time if at all possible. Thank you.

The vaccine clinic for current 6th graders is quickly approaching. If you would like for your child to receive the required 7th grade vaccines here at school, please contact the school nurse ASAP to have a consent form sent home. All consent forms will be due by the end of this week. Please take advantage of this great opportunity for your student to satisfy the 7th grade vaccine requirement before summer break.

Sport Physicals Available Saturday, June 3 -- Click to learn more. https://www.woodcountyschoolswv.com/article/1082341

Parents & Caregivers: Considering signing your child up for our summer learning? Listen to our WCS Voices podcast to learn more about all the exciting opportunities available this summer. Also, learn how to register. Listen now... https://woodcountyschoolswv.com/wcs-voices

Introducing: "WCS Voices: Conversations on Education & Community" Podcast. Live now. First up: Summer Learning Opportunities -- A Conversation with Ashlee Beatty, Joanna Mulligan & Candace Lewis. Listen now... https://www.woodcountyschoolswv.com/o/wcs/article/1077662

A report of a possible threat at Hamilton Middle School was received today through the See Send App. Officials immediately investigated. No evidence of a threat was located. Wood County Schools takes all threats seriously and works with authorities to investigate all reports.

To assist with meeting the immunization requirements for 7th grade entry, the health department will be coming to Hamilton to hold a vaccine clinic (TDAP/MCV4) for current 6th graders on May 2nd and 3rd, 2023. Please contact the school nurse for a consent form to be sent home with your child. Thank you!

Today is the last day to order a copy of the HMS 2022-23 Yearbook. You may purchase the yearbook online at ybpay.com and use code 9391623. The cost of the yearbook is $25.00.

ONE Week Countdown to the Mobile Dental Clinic at HMS on April 11th! Students who DO NOT HAVE A DENTIST or HAVE NOT BEEN TO THE DENTIST IN A YEAR OR MORE may participate. Please contact the school nurse to request a consent form to be sent home with your child ASAP and returned ASAP. Only students with completed consents will be seen. A dental hygienist will perform a screening, cleaning, fluoride, and sealants if applicable. Please take advantage of this great opportunity for your child to get their teeth cleaned and sparkling for spring! Thank you!

The last day to purchase the 2022-23 Hamilton Middle School Yearbook is Monday April 10, 2023. The yearbook costs $25.00 and can be purchased online at ybpay.com Use code 9391623. You can also bring in a check made out to Hamilton Middle School or $25.00 in cash to the main office to purchase our yearbook.

Summer Learning Opportunities registration is now open! Follow this link to get started. https://woodcountyschoolswv.com/summer2023

The Mid-Ohio Valley Health Department Mobile Dental Clinic will be at Hamilton Middle School on Tuesday, April 11th! Students who DO NOT HAVE A DENTIST OR HAVE NOT BEEN TO THE DENTIST IN A YEAR OR MORE can participate. Please contact the school nurse to request a consent form to be sent home with your child. *Students may not participate without signed parental consent; however, parents do not need to be present for their child to participate* This is a great opportunity for your child to get their teeth cleaned. Thank you! Nurse Katie

Greetings parents and guardians: While working through a glitch in our all-call system, Wood County Schools realized that our morning, elementary school attendance calls to parents informing of a student absence did not go out. We want you to know that this occurred and that the problem has been corrected. Absence calls will continue as normal on Monday.

There are ONLY 3 SEATS REMAINING on the bus for the Eighth Grade Washington DC Trip scheduled for the Memorial Day weekend, May 27-29. Those seats are available first come, first served. If you would like more information, please contact Nikki Dye at endye@k12.wv.us here at Hamilton for registration information.

There are ONLY 6 SEATS REMAINING on the bus for the Eighth Grade Washington DC Trip scheduled for the Memorial Day weekend, May 27-29. Those seats are available first come, first served. If you would like more information, please contact Nikki Dye at endye@k12.wv.us here at Hamilton for registration information.

There are still eight seats left on the bus for the Eighth Grade Washington DC Trip scheduled for the Memorial Day weekend, May 27-29. Those seats are available first come, first served. If you would like more information, please contact Nikki Dye here at Hamilton for registration information.

Parent & Community OPEN HOUSE! Visit the Caperton Center on Monday, February 20th from 4 to 6 p.m. Tour the facilities, meet the instructors, and learn about our Career & Technical Education (CTE) programs! We are located at 300 Campus Drive in Parkersburg.