Have you seen what happens when creativity meets coding?’ Mrs. Ambrose's class built animals with LEGO Mindstorms — robots that students program and build using sensors, motors, and a programmable brick to bring creations to life! 🐾🤖
4 days ago, Jewel van den Ende
Mrs. Ambrose's Class
Mrs. Ambrose's Class
Mrs. Ambrose's Class
Mrs. Ambrose's Class
Mrs. Ambrose's Class
VikingFest 2026 Volunteers/Donations Requested

Viking Fest will take place on 5/27 and is our middle school version of a Field Day. We want to celebrate all the hard work the students have put in this school year! We offer activities from arts and crafts to outdoor cornhole and pie a teacher in the face. Dr. Weidle is even allowing students to tape her to the wall this year!

The HHMS SCA is asking for parent support for this event in donations of yard games, tents, and chaperones to help run stations such as snow-cones or water stations. We would appreciate anytime you can you can provide.

Please click THIS link (https://forms.gle/Yy6hAngWiJ9MUUn66) to let us know if you can volunteer time or items. If you can help us in person, we will even provide a VikingFest shirt! We have THIS link (https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1GZS4EGL5E4H5?ref_=wl_share) for an Amazon Wish list where you can purchase items that will ship directly to the school.
5 days ago, Jewel van den Ende
HHMS Viking Fest
Today, we honor our administrative professionals—the backbone of our team. Their dedication to managing schedules, supporting staff, and handling complex logistics ensures our success. Thank you for your unwavering commitment! 👏
5 days ago, Jewel van den Ende
Happy Administrative Professionals Day!
Save the Date for an Online Follett Book Fair: April 13-24
Get ready for our Online Follett Book Fair coming soon! This spring, HHMS will be having an online book fair through Follett. It is sure to have plenty of great titles for spring and also for summer reading too! Get books for the whole family and support our school library at the same time!
https://book-efairs.follettcontent.com/collections/5pr6k
6 days ago, Jewel van den Ende
Our school is hosting an online book fair with Follett Book eFairs!

FINAL CALL🍿💙 Hamilton-Holmes SCA x Northern Neck Popcorn Bag — 40% of proceeds donated to HHMS SCA! Treat yourself to: • Buttery White Cheddar • Salt & Vinegar (try with Dill Pickle!) • Salted Dark Chocolate Caramel • Movie Theater Butter • Cheddar • Chocolate Peanut Butter • Dill Pickle • Caramel • White Chocolate Oreo Sm & Lg sizes. ⏳ Sale ends Apr 21. 📦 Pick up May 7. No late orders will be accepted. Top 5 sellers will get an extra prize at Viking Fest! Large orders will need to be picked up by a parent. 

7 days ago, Jewel van den Ende
Northern Neck Popcorn Fundraiser!
❤️ It’s Public School Volunteer Week! From classroom helpers to event organizers, volunteers lift our students and teachers every day. 🍎👏
7 days ago, Jewel van den Ende
Thank you School Volunteers!

Teacher Appreciation Week Donation Requests: We are planning a decade-themed teacher appreciation week. For the 1950's, we are doing root beer floats. For the 1990's, we are doing chips (all that and a bag of chips!) Our SCA students would also like to have a breakfast and snack cart delivery service. We have more fun events planned, but don't want to give away all of our secrets :) If you are willing to donate an item to assist us in this endeavor, please see this link for the Amazon Wish List: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2DG9GUUOM68BW?ref_=wl_share

7 days ago, Jewel van den Ende
Upcoming Teacher Appreciation Week May 4-8
HHMS presents our 8th Grade Picnic — Friday, May 22nd, 9:30–12:30! 🎉 We need parent volunteers and donations (please sign up by 5/20). You can help on the day of the event or drop off items like coolers, grills, and canopy tents. We’ll provide hamburgers/hot dogs and buns; please sign up to bring food donations or make a monetary donation to the office (attn: Kathy Britt) by May 15 so we can purchase what's still needed. Click the links below for more info and to sign up. Questions? Email Ms. Ferry (jferry@kwcps.k12.va.us) for more information. Who’s in to help make this picnic awesome? 🌭🍉🥪

Link to Volunteer - https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A44ADAD23A0F5C43-63529487-8thgrade
Link for Donation/Food Sign Up - https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A44ADAD23A0F5C43-63526829-8thgrade
10 days ago, Jewel van den Ende
8th Grade Picnic! Friday May 22nd from 9:30 to 12:30. Volunteers and donations needed. Click the links above for more information and to sign up
Purple Up for the kids behind the courage. 💜 Military kids move schools, make new friends, and support their families through service — today we celebrate them.
12 days ago, Jewel van den Ende
Purple Up for Military Kids!
Save the Date for an Online Follett Book Fair: April 13-24
Get ready for our Online Follett Book Fair coming soon! This spring, HHMS will be having an online book fair through Follett. It is sure to have plenty of great titles for spring and also for summer reading too! Get books for the whole family and support our school library at the same time!
https://book-efairs.follettcontent.com/collections/5pr6k
14 days ago, Jewel van den Ende
Our school is hosting an online book fair with Follett Book eFairs!
Have you checked our Lost & Found? 🕵️‍♀️🧢📷 We’ve uploaded photos of found items (numbers listed) to a Google Drive folder — link attached. If an item belongs to your student, please call (804-769-3434) or email (ktrainer@kwcps.k12.va.us) Mrs. Trainer and give the item number plus your student’s first and last name. The item will be placed in the SRC with their name for pickup before the end of the school year. After the school year ends, last year’s unclaimed items will be donated, and this year’s items will be washed and moved to the closet. Please help us reunite students with their things!
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1EEHUuA0gVEcy4Zkh7LE5rRqBauxZjMk_?usp=sharing
17 days ago, Jewel van den Ende
Lost and Found Clean Out!
Looking for end-of-year plans? 🎉 Mark your calendars: SOLs, iReady tests, SCA Dance (Apr 24), Viking Fest (May 27), and 8th Grade Promotion (May 28)! More details coming soon on Viking Fest & 8th Grade Promotion.
18 days ago, Jewel van den Ende
Upcoming events - 4/15 8th grade IRW SOL test. 4/20 cash and check payments accepted for the dance. 4/21 cash and check payments accepted for the dance and iready math test. 4/22 iready reading test. 4/24 sca dance from 3:30 to 5:30. 5/1 SOL pep rally.  5/5 reading sol test. 5/7 8th grade civics sol test.  5/12 math sol test. 5/14 8th grade science sol test. 5/21 chromebook and charger collection. 5/27 viking fest. 5/28 8th grade promotion ceremony.

Popping for a purpose! 🍿💙 Hamilton-Holmes SCA x Northern Neck Popcorn Bag — 40% of proceeds donated to HHMS SCA! Treat yourself to: • Buttery White Cheddar • Salt & Vinegar (try with Dill Pickle!) • Salted Dark Chocolate Caramel • Movie Theater Butter • Cheddar • Chocolate Peanut Butter • Dill Pickle • Caramel • White Chocolate Oreo Sm & Lg sizes. ⏳ Sale ends Apr 21. 📦 Pick up May 7. No late orders will be accepted. Top 5 sellers will get an extra prize at Viking Fest! Large orders will need to be picked up by a parent. 

20 days ago, Jewel van den Ende
Northern Neck Popcorn Fundraiser!
Today, we celebrate National School Assistant Principals Week! These everyday heroes coach teachers, calm crises, and lift students up — often without the spotlight. Let’s celebrate their hard work this week! 🎉👩‍🏫👨‍🏫
20 days ago, Jewel van den Ende
Assistant Principal Appreciation Week
Ready to rep the Vikings? 🛡️🔥 Viking Kip Stickers and blue silicone bracelets (“Home of the Vikings” / “Hamilton Holmes Middle School”) — just $1 each at lunch starting April 7 and available through the end of the year. Perfect for backpacks, water bottles, or wrist stacks. Who’s getting one?
21 days ago, Jewel van den Ende
Viking Stickers and Bracelets $1 at lunches
VikingFest 2026 Volunteers/Donations Requested

Viking Fest will take place on 5/27 and is our middle school version of a Field Day. We want to celebrate all the hard work the students have put in this school year! We offer activities from arts and crafts to outdoor cornhole and pie a teacher in the face. Dr. Weidle is even allowing students to tape her to the wall this year!

The HHMS SCA is asking for parent support for this event in donations of yard games, tents, and chaperones to help run stations such as snow-cones or water stations. We would appreciate anytime you can you can provide.

Please click THIS link (https://forms.gle/Yy6hAngWiJ9MUUn66) to let us know if you can volunteer time or items. If you can help us in person, we will even provide a VikingFest shirt! We have THIS link (https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1GZS4EGL5E4H5?ref_=wl_share) for an Amazon Wish list where you can purchase items that will ship directly to the school.
22 days ago, Jewel van den Ende
HHMS Viking Fest
Who keeps our students curious, informed, and bookish? 📚 Celebrate National School Librarian Day! Shout out to the storytellers, research guides, and novel heroes in our schools. Thank you, Mrs. Dartez!
23 days ago, Jewel van den Ende
Happy School Librarian Appreciation Day!
Paraprofessionals play a critical role in inclusive education—providing individualized support, facilitating classroom management, and partnering with teachers to improve outcomes. On Paraprofessional Appreciation Day, let’s recognize their impact on student success and school culture. Let’s celebrate their dedication and hard work! 🎉🍎
24 days ago, Jewel van den Ende
Paraprofessional Appreciation Day!

Teacher Appreciation Week Donation Requests: We are planning a decade-themed teacher appreciation week. For the 1950's, we are doing root beer floats. For the 1990's, we are doing chips (all that and a bag of chips!) Our SCA students would also like to have a breakfast and snack cart delivery service. We have more fun events planned, but don't want to give away all of our secrets :) If you are willing to donate an item to assist us in this endeavor, please see this link for the Amazon Wish List: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2DG9GUUOM68BW?ref_=wl_share

25 days ago, Jewel van den Ende
Upcoming Teacher Appreciation Week May 4-8
Looking for a fun, family-friendly way to spend a spring Saturday? 🌼 Join us for the Annual Spring Craft Fair sponsored by KWCPS Band Boosters on Saturday, April 11, 2026, from 9 AM–2 PM at the King William High School Gym.

Over 45 local artisans & vendors
Hungry Hungry Arrow food truck 🍔
The Easter Bunny 🐰
Performances by KWHS band students 🎺
Free admission and open to the community — bring friends and family! Interested in being a vendor or have questions? Contact kwcpsbandboosters@gmail.com. Will we see you there? 🎉
26 days ago, Jewel van den Ende
KWCPS Band Boosters Spring Craft Fair! Saturday April 11, 2026 from 9am to 2pm in the KWHS Gym. Free admission and open to all