Summer Reading

It's that time! If you need to access the 8th grade Summer Reading assignment, please use the following directions. 

From the HMS Website:

• Click on STUDENT RESOURCES on the left side of the page.
• Scroll down and the link to Summer Reading is on the BOTTOM of the page.

2015-2016 HMS Peer Helpers

Congratulations to the 2015-2016 HMS Peer Helpers! I am looking forward to a fantastic year!! :)

8^th Grade

Adah Allen

Grace Allison

Sara Bateman

BriEvan Burke

Julia Dantzler

Lydia Estes

Maddy Grabarczyk

Kate Graphos

Sarah Kachelhofer

Bella Kimbrell

Noah Klein

Harrison Lowery

Joy Martin

Harrison Massie
Zoe Nichols

Warner Payne

Lainey Phelps

Andrew Rohdy

Kate Schiller

Edie Smith

Avery Stansell

Grace Ann Thomas

Griffin Vail

Maria Vega

7^th Grade

Rebekah Bates

Hope Churchman

Emma Kathryn Compere

Isabel David

Reilly Durkin

John Hall

Riley Henneke

Virginia Hunt

Reed Jeffries

Sara Frances Lowery

Liles Morton

Joshua Peters

Liza Jane Ponder

Mitch Prewitt

Tre Roberson

Ayona Roychowdhury

Olivia Welch

Ellie Willcutt

Aidan Wright

Ander Wyatt

Awards Day Programs

Congratulations to all of our 8th grade students who were recognized at today's Awards Program! The 6th and 7th grade programs are tomorrow at 8:15a (6th) and 12:30p (7th). 

2015 7th Grade Outstanding Character Award Winners

Congratulations to this year's Outstanding Character Award Winners from the 7th grade! These students have consistently demonstrated good character to both their teachers and peers and serve as positive representatives of Homewood Middle School. Officer Poellnitz, Ms. Nowak, and I were very pleased to take each of these students to Brookwood Village for lunch and a little shopping fun today! Each student was given a $25 cash award through the Patriot Pride Program of the Homewood Police Department. A special thanks to Mr. Pearson for stopping by to see us!

Nic A., Catie B., BriEvan B., T.J. F., Christian G., Michael H., Emma H., Hannah H., Laila H., Allison K., Joy M., Rachel M., Rini M., Zoe N., Thalia O., Anna Katherine P., Jacob R., Will R., Kate S., Walker S., Felix S., Grace Ann T., Maria Vega V., Jacqueline V.

7th Grade April Students of the Month

Congrats to the April Students of the Month from 7th grade! :) These students were selected by their teachers for their daily demonstration of kindness and character. We will celebrate with all of our second semester Students of the Month at a breakfast in May.

Margo A., Cate G., BriEvan B., Sana A.

Seed to Plate 2015

Homewood City Schools Seed to Plate 2015 is sponsored graciously by the HMS PTO and the HCS Foundation. It's Fun! Engaging! Hands-On! FREE!

“Seed to Plate is fun, and you learn a lot about cooking, plants, and the environment. You also gain many new friends!” ~Seed to Plate participant

“We are building a strong foundation for good habits that will influence these students for years to come.” ~Briana Morton, FACS teacher & Seed to Plate Co-Founder

"Gardening is experiential learning at its best. At Seed to Plate, environmental science comes alive as students sharpen science process skills and develop a priceless love for learning." ~Molly Knudsen, Science teacher & Seed to Plate Co-Founder

Middle Level Program: June 8-June 11 Elementary Program: June 29-July 1 from 8:00am-1:00pm each day Lunch Provided.

Applications are available at HKE, SCE, EE, and HMS! 

Email brmorton@homewood.k12.al.us for more info.

Summer Camp Search

This is a great resource for potential summer activities for your child/ren!
http://birminghamparent.com/camp/

Peer Helper Applicant Reminder

All students applying to be a 2015-16 HMS Peer Helper need to have a parent or guardian watch the brief informational video about the program. There is a verification that needs to be completed by tomorrow (May 1st). Please let me know if you have any questions! 

Teen Court

Teen Court is looking for volunteers for the upcoming school year to assist with their programs in both the Birmingham and Bessemer divisions. Students entering grades 8-12 and armed with a desire to serve are eligible to apply. Teen volunteers have the opportunity to serve as attorneys, clerks, bailiffs, and jurors for this real court. Teen attorneys represent and prosecute teen offenders and a jury decides how the offender will be held accountable by rendering a constructive sentence. Please visit their website at www.aclce.org for more information or to download an application.

Girls Inc. Program

Girls Inc. of Central Alabama's Eureka! Teen Achievement Program is now accepting applications from girls entering the 8th grade for the 2015-16 school  year. Participants will enjoy: engaging hands-on STEM projects, field trips and college tours, adventure sports, and new friends to name just a few benefits! The program will be July 6-31, 2015 at UAB. Contact Quiwintre Frye at 205.599.5548 or qfrye@girlsinccentral-al.org with questions. Also visit www.girlsinccentral-al.org for more information.

Community Service Hours

All community service hours are due to me by this Friday, April 10th. Students who have earned 60 or more hours from April 2014-March 2015 will be recognized at the May Awards Program for their grade level. Please let me know if you have any questions! 

2015-16 HMS Peer Helper Applications

2015-16 HMS Peer Helper applications are available from Mrs. Baldwin or the main office beginning April 7th. Current 6th and 7th grade students who are interested in helping serve their peers and community may apply if they have a "C" or above in all classes, a clean discipline record, good attendance, enjoy community service, and possess leadership skills. There is a brief informational video with information and requirements posted on my blog. Applications are due to Mrs. Baldwin by April 21st and no late applications will be accepted. If you have any questions about the HMS Peer Helping Program, please let me know!

Peer Helper Informational Video

Below is the link to the brief informational video that parents/guardians of Peer Helper applicants need to view. Please let me know if you have any questions about this program or the application process! 

http://youtu.be/Clv6wmsDMW0

Seventh Grade March Students of the Month

Congrats to the March Students of the Month from 7th grade! :) These students were selected by their teachers for their daily demonstration of kindness and character. We will celebrate with all of our second semester Students of the Month at a breakfast in May.

Harrison H., Grace Ann T., Kate S., Maddy G.

8th Grade Course Selection Forms

I have met with all current 7th grade students regarding their course selection for 8th grade. If you have any questions or wish to make any changes, please contact me and I'll be happy to help!

Seventh Grade February Students of the Month

Congrats to the February Students of the Month from 7th grade! :) These students were selected by their teachers for their daily demonstration of kindness and character. We will celebrate with all of our second semester Students of the Month at a breakfast in May.

Bella K., Jacqueline V., Michael H., Joy M.

Medication Disposal

There is a new website that is available to help community members understand the issue of prescription drug abuse. The website also lists area Police Departments that have medication drop boxes for citizens to safely dispose of unused/unwanted medications. The Homewood Police Department is one of the disposal locations. The link to the website is http://www.rxdropbox.com/.

Seventh Grade January Students of the Month

Congrats to the January Students of the Month from 7th grade! :) These students were selected by their teachers for their daily demonstration of kindness and character. We will celebrate with all of our second semester Students of the Month at a breakfast in May.

Paul C., Grace A., George C., Caleb W.

January Honors Assembly Tomorrow!

The January Honors Assemblies will be in the competition gym tomorrow. The 7th grade assembly will be at 12:30 pm.

After School Peer Helper Tutoring Today!

After school Peer Helper tutoring resumes today! We are available in room 214 from 3p-3:45p on Tuesdays and Thursdays. 

Track & Field Athlete Meeting Today!

All 7th & 8th grade athletes interested in trying out for Track and Field this spring:

We will have a brief meeting after school in the gym on Monday, January 12th from 3:05-3:15 to hand out informational packets and discuss the tryout expectations. This meeting is for athletes, We will have a parent meeting for athletes who make the team in February.

Track tryouts will be February 11th and 12th 3:15-5:00.

Athletes MUST have a current Alabama Athletic Physical to participate!!!

Please email all questions to Coach Swope (eswope@homewood.k12.al.us).