HMS parents/guardians: If your child is exempt from taking semester exams, you do not need to call them in for the next 3 days. If your child is arriving at school for an exam after 8:00 am, they need to enter through the office entrance. Students should arrive at least 10 minutes prior to their exam time to allow time to pick up their chromebook from their homeroom and get to their class for the exam. Students leaving after an exam but before dismissal time may be picked up in the front of the building.

Congratulations to HMS 8th grader, Saylor Pilcher! We are thrilled to announce that Saylor Pilcher has been selected to participate in the Illinois Basketball All State Game, honoring her as one of the top basketball athletes in the state. Saylor also makes history as the first female athlete from Harrisburg Middle School to earn this honor. The three-day event will be held June 4–6, 2026, in Chicago. Saylor’s hard work and determination continue to make Bulldog Nation proud.

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The annual HMS Talent Show is tomorrow starting at 8:45.

HMS will have its Bulldog Club activity on Friday, December 12 from 12:30 - 2:00 for those students who have at least a 60% in all of their classes, at least 80 Bulldog Club points and who have been absent 5 or fewer days. The 8th grade parents will have a concession. All proceeds will go to the 8th grade promotion party at the end of the year. Pizza, candy, chips, pickles and soda will be available. Don't forget to bring your money.
Basketball and cheer order forms/proofs are being sent home today. The code to order is on the flyer.
HMS Parents/Guardians, for the safety of all students, please do not send prescription medications to school with your child on the bus. All prescription medications must be brought to the school by a parent/guardian, accompanied by a current physician’s prescription, and given directly to the school nurse. Thank you for your cooperation in helping us keep our students safe.
The HMS Girls’ Basketball and Softball programs honored our Athletic Director, Kyle McGowan, last night at the girls’ basketball game for his hard work, dedication, and commitment to Harrisburg Athletics.

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Newsies, Jr. the Musical - tonight and tomorrow night at 7pm! Directed by Mrs. Drake and Mrs. DeNeal and starring a very talented middle school group! Don't miss it!

Save the date! The upcoming Dick's Sporting Goods - SIJHSAA Sale Event will be held December 12-15. This coupon is valid in-store only at the following locations: Fairview Heights, Carbondale, Springfield, South County, Paducah, and Evansville.

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Annual Career Day at HMS was a success! Thanks to all of the presenters!

This Week at HMS 11-24

The phones at HMS are working again!
The phones at HMS are down this morning. We are working to get them up and running again. Please call the Central Office if you need to get in touch with us. Sorry for the inconvenience.
Due to the power outage, all practices and rehearsals at HMS are canceled for tonight.
This Week at HMS 11/17

Congratulations to the 7th grade Scholar Bowl team on their victory against Pope County!
This Week at HMS Week of 11/10

