HMS Book Fair starts on April 13. Buy some great books and help support the library!
HMS Parents/Guardians: Our phone lines are currently down. To report an absence or transportation change for your student, please email lreed@harrisburg3.org. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Rappers vs. Nappers Dance at HMS. Thursday, April 9th, 5:30-7:00. The dress code applies. Please pick your student up promptly at the end of the dance. Concessions available. Admission is $5.
Reminder: There is an 11:30 dismissal today, Friday, March 27.
Eligible HMS students will celebrate the end of IAR testing this afternoon with some indoor and outdoor activities. Students who choose outdoor activities should dress appropriately for the weather (sunny and 87 degrees) while following the school dress code. Hats may be worn outside and students may bring sunscreen. Don't forget to send money for the concessions (sodas, chips and candy).
HMS Parents/Guardians: This is a reminder that Dental Safari will be at HMS on Monday, April 6. Please return your Dental Safari forms to the school nurse by Thursday, March 26 if you want your child to be seen by them. Thank you!
HMS track practice will be held today from 3:30-4:30 pm at Taylor Field.
HMS Students: Wear your craziest (or mismatched) socks on Friday, March 20, to spread awareness for World Down Syndrome Day!
HMS Track tryouts scheduled for tomorrow have been canceled due to low temperatures. Tryouts will now be held Wednesday, March 18 from 3:30–5:00 pm at Taylor Field.
Reminder: IAR testing begins tomorrow (Monday). Please make sure your student brings earbuds to school. Thank you!
Reminder: Dental Safari will be at HMS on April 6. Go online to fill out the forms so your child can take advantage of this great service!
Track and Golf tryouts are coming soon. Check the flyer for more information.
Reminder to HMS Parents: The 5Essentials Survey is due today (March 6). Please send your confirmation emails to mboglino@harrisburg3.org. Everyone that has turned one in so far should have received a reply from that address.
Congratulations to Mr. Henshaw and the HMS band on their success at the IGSMA Solo and Ensemble Contest!
Friday, February 27th, is the last day to lock in your HMS yearbook order for this year. There will be only a limited number of yearbooks to purchase after Friday. Don't miss out!
Congratulations to the HMS 8th Grade Volleyball Team on winning the Herrin “Roar on the Court” Tournament today with 4 straight match wins to bring home the championship!
The 5Essentials Survey is ready. Parents that take the survey will earn their student a one-week exemption from iReady.
https://survey.5-essentials.org/illinois/?target_name=parent&p=1
See attached pictures for details.
https://survey.5-essentials.org/illinois/?target_name=parent&p=1
See attached pictures for details.
The District Fine Arts Night (Band Concert and Art Show) has been postponed until Thursday, Feb 26th, at Harrisburg High School.
Art show from 5:00 to 6:15, Band Concert at 6:30.
Art show from 5:00 to 6:15, Band Concert at 6:30.
HMS Volleyball Information:
There will be an open gym on Saturday, January 31 from 12:00–2:00 pm. Tryouts will be held on Monday, February 2 from 5:30–8:00 pm. Athletes must have a current physical on file and a signed insurance packet in order to participate.
The Class L Girls State Basketball Tournament kicks off today at Rend Lake College, and the HMS Lady Bulldogs will face Herrin at 4:45 pm. Let’s pack the stands and cheer them on. Good luck, girls!
