Mrs. Larson’s 7th-grade students brought economics and industrial history to life last week! By running a simulated Happy Birthday card factory, students got hands-on experience with assembly lines, explored horizontal and vertical integration, and worked through real-world challenges like worker strikes and equipment breakdowns. Quality control at the ned checked to make sure the products were up to standard.👏🎉
Video 1 shows the beginning of the assembly production, and Video 2 shows a glimpse of an assembly line breakdown. Thank you, Mrs. Larson, for planning such an engaging lesson! And thank you to our Viking students and line workers who did an excellent job producing the cards.
Video 1: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Mp3qsTJ_RUBKp6VQEutSuh4photvHuo-/view?usp=sharing
Video 2: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1njHxdodkR_LNat54gxLNtM_fd8ZXNUvm/view?usp=sharing
🧡 Let’s build a culture of positivity this October! 🧡
In honor of National Bullying Prevention Month, HHMS is hosting an interactive Upstander Challenge all month long!
Students can stop by the SRC to pick up an Upstander Bingo card. Complete 5 actions in a row—or challenge yourself to a blackout board—and bring it back to be entered into our prize drawings! 🎁✨
📸 Parents & Guardians: We want to celebrate our upstanders! Drop photos of your kids participating in the challenges in the comments below!
In honor of National Bullying Prevention Month, HHMS is hosting an interactive Upstander Challenge all month long!
Students can stop by the SRC to pick up an Upstander Bingo card. Complete 5 actions in a row—or challenge yourself to a blackout board—and bring it back to be entered into our prize drawings! 🎁✨
📸 Parents & Guardians: We want to celebrate our upstanders! Drop photos of your kids participating in the challenges in the comments below!
Ready to dance the fall away? 🎃🪩 Join us for THE FALL BASH on 10/16/2026, 3:30–5:30 PM!
Tickets: $12 (includes 2 slices of pizza + drink)
Extra snacks & fun items $1 each (face painting, beads, glasses)
Pumpkin decorating kits $6 on MyPaymentsPlus only
ALL payments & permission slips due by 10/14/26 — tickets sold through midnight on 10/14/2026. No late tickets will be sold.
Cash & check accepted 10/13–10/14.
Important: students must “come as you are” — no changing after or during school for the dance.
Tickets: $12 (includes 2 slices of pizza + drink)
Extra snacks & fun items $1 each (face painting, beads, glasses)
Pumpkin decorating kits $6 on MyPaymentsPlus only
ALL payments & permission slips due by 10/14/26 — tickets sold through midnight on 10/14/2026. No late tickets will be sold.
Cash & check accepted 10/13–10/14.
Important: students must “come as you are” — no changing after or during school for the dance.
🏆 A huge round of applause for our Health & Physical Education September Students of the Month!
These students were nominated by their teachers for showing incredible character, effort, respect, and a positive attitude. They are true examples for their peers!
Please join us in celebrating:
✨ Gabrielle B. (6th Grade)
🌟 Sawyer B. (7th Grade)
💫 Kaylee F. (8th Grade)
These students were nominated by their teachers for showing incredible character, effort, respect, and a positive attitude. They are true examples for their peers!
Please join us in celebrating:
✨ Gabrielle B. (6th Grade)
🌟 Sawyer B. (7th Grade)
💫 Kaylee F. (8th Grade)
Behind every bright future is a clean, safe, and welcoming school! 🧹✨ Today, on #NationalCustodianAppreciationDay, we celebrate the dedicated team members who keep our buildings shining and our students healthy. Thank you for all you do! 💙
October is National Bullying Prevention Month at HHMS! 🧡
Over the last two weeks, all students across every grade level completed our annual lessons on defining bullying, choosing respect, and stepping up as Upstanders. Now, we’re putting those lessons into action!
Starting Monday, October 5th, our students will take part in a month-long Interactive Upstander Challenge focused on practicing kindness and respect every day. Look for our post on Monday for how students can participate!🌟
👉 Family Resources & Support:
Home Connection: Access parent versions of our Upstander lessons on our website to continue the conversation at home!
Bully Reporting Form: Safety comes first. Our online reporting tool is always available on our site for students and parents.
Save the Date: Wear ORANGE on Unity Day (Tues, Oct 20) to send a visible message against bullying!
🌟 September Students of the Month! 🌟
Join us in celebrating three outstanding students who kicked off the school year with hard work, positive attitudes, and leadership! Here is what their teachers had to say about them:
📚 6th Grade – Emily W. "Emily has been very engaged in her learning in Science class. She is asking questions, answering questions, and has been a great help to her peers. Emily always comes in with a smile and a hello!"
⭐ 7th Grade – Eastyn P. "Eastyn is polite, helpful, and also very engaged in her learning. She has been really attentive to her learning assignments. Eastyn is always positive and ready for the day. She brings a light with her that is uplifting to others."
🎓 8th Grade – Tessa M. "Tessa is always ready for class and prepares herself for all assessments. She contributes to class discussions and is an absolute role model for other students to follow. Honestly, Tessa could win this award every month—she is just that awesome!"
We are so proud of Emily, Eastyn, and Tessa for setting the bar high this September! Keep shining! 👏✨
Join us in celebrating three outstanding students who kicked off the school year with hard work, positive attitudes, and leadership! Here is what their teachers had to say about them:
📚 6th Grade – Emily W. "Emily has been very engaged in her learning in Science class. She is asking questions, answering questions, and has been a great help to her peers. Emily always comes in with a smile and a hello!"
⭐ 7th Grade – Eastyn P. "Eastyn is polite, helpful, and also very engaged in her learning. She has been really attentive to her learning assignments. Eastyn is always positive and ready for the day. She brings a light with her that is uplifting to others."
🎓 8th Grade – Tessa M. "Tessa is always ready for class and prepares herself for all assessments. She contributes to class discussions and is an absolute role model for other students to follow. Honestly, Tessa could win this award every month—she is just that awesome!"
We are so proud of Emily, Eastyn, and Tessa for setting the bar high this September! Keep shining! 👏✨
🎉 Congratulations to our September Teacher and Staff of the Month winners! 🌟
Every month, students at HHMS vote for who should be the Teacher and Staff of the Month, and why that person has stood out to them.
For September, students selected Mrs. Larson as the Teacher of the Month! 📚✨ Students who voted for her said:
"She is so kind, and she always puts a smile on my face"
"Mrs. Larson is kind, caring, and makes school actually fun"
"She is so kind and sweet and the best history teacher"
September Staff of the Month featured a tie between Mrs. Canada and our trusty duo, Deputy Connors and K9 Kip! 🐾⭐
Students who voted for Mrs. Canada said:
"She always handles situations well and is very funny"
"She is nice and is good at solving problems that need solving"
"because she's nice and fun to be around"
Students who voted for Deputy Connors & Kip said:
"When I get dropped off every morning, she and Kip greet me with smiles, and that starts my day"
"She is always making sure we're safe and always cares about everyone's feelings"
"Every lunch or if she comes into the classroom, she is always kind. If I'm upset, I get to pet Kip. She also gives me high fives, and that makes me laugh"
Congratulations to all our teachers and staff who were nominated, and a special, heartfelt congratulations to our September winners! 💙 Thank you for the difference you make in the lives and days of our students!
Every month, students at HHMS vote for who should be the Teacher and Staff of the Month, and why that person has stood out to them.
For September, students selected Mrs. Larson as the Teacher of the Month! 📚✨ Students who voted for her said:
"She is so kind, and she always puts a smile on my face"
"Mrs. Larson is kind, caring, and makes school actually fun"
"She is so kind and sweet and the best history teacher"
September Staff of the Month featured a tie between Mrs. Canada and our trusty duo, Deputy Connors and K9 Kip! 🐾⭐
Students who voted for Mrs. Canada said:
"She always handles situations well and is very funny"
"She is nice and is good at solving problems that need solving"
"because she's nice and fun to be around"
Students who voted for Deputy Connors & Kip said:
"When I get dropped off every morning, she and Kip greet me with smiles, and that starts my day"
"She is always making sure we're safe and always cares about everyone's feelings"
"Every lunch or if she comes into the classroom, she is always kind. If I'm upset, I get to pet Kip. She also gives me high fives, and that makes me laugh"
Congratulations to all our teachers and staff who were nominated, and a special, heartfelt congratulations to our September winners! 💙 Thank you for the difference you make in the lives and days of our students!
Last week, students in Ms. Magee's Science classes viewed living and nonliving matter using microscopes! Students are learning about the discovery of cells, as well as the inventions and uses of a microscope.
Hands-on history and real-world science in one unforgettable day! 🌊📜
Last week, our students stepped out of the classroom and right into nature and history along the river’s edge. They got their feet wet (literally!) exploring the local aquatic ecosystem through water sampling, environmental monitoring, and seining. Back on dry land, they got up close with macroinvertebrates to analyze the health of the local ecosystem.
To top off an incredible field trip, a 17th-century historical interpreter brought the past to life with captivating stories of King William! 👑
A huge thank you to everyone who made this trip such a rich, hands-on learning experience.
Last week, our students stepped out of the classroom and right into nature and history along the river’s edge. They got their feet wet (literally!) exploring the local aquatic ecosystem through water sampling, environmental monitoring, and seining. Back on dry land, they got up close with macroinvertebrates to analyze the health of the local ecosystem.
To top off an incredible field trip, a 17th-century historical interpreter brought the past to life with captivating stories of King William! 👑
A huge thank you to everyone who made this trip such a rich, hands-on learning experience.
Youth Field Hockey Camp!
The Cavalier Field Hockey team will host its 2nd Annual Youth Field Hockey Camp on Mon., Oct. 12th. See below for details!
When: Mon., Oct. 12th (no school)
Time: 9 a.m.- 1 p.m
Who: 1st grade - 7th grade; open to all KWCPS students
Where: King William High School Stadium
Cost: $35
Registration Link: https://forms.gle/5G1ddDinbNckXdU16
Questions? Contact Coach Hood at AHood@kwcps.k12.va.us
The Cavalier Field Hockey team will host its 2nd Annual Youth Field Hockey Camp on Mon., Oct. 12th. See below for details!
When: Mon., Oct. 12th (no school)
Time: 9 a.m.- 1 p.m
Who: 1st grade - 7th grade; open to all KWCPS students
Where: King William High School Stadium
Cost: $35
Registration Link: https://forms.gle/5G1ddDinbNckXdU16
Questions? Contact Coach Hood at AHood@kwcps.k12.va.us
September is Self-Care Awareness Month, and we brought the self-care station straight to the lunchroom yesterday! Students dropped by to check out easy ways to recharge, de-stress, and take a breather during a busy school day.
Remember: Self-care isn’t selfish—it’s how you keep going!
Remember: Self-care isn’t selfish—it’s how you keep going!
The Scholastic Book Fair is coming to HHMS! This can’t miss event gets kids excited about reading and earns funds for our school library. SAVE THE DATE for October 26- 30 and start exploring together: https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/hamiltonholmesms #ScholasticBookFairs
Homecoming Spirit Week is coming Oct. 5–9 at Hamilton Holmes! 🎉
• Oct 5 — Camo Day
• Oct 6 — Merch Day (wear your favorite band tee)
• Oct 7 — Twin Day (match a friend!)
• Oct 8 — Frat vs. Sorority (Frat: prep & polos | Sorority: pink & sparkle)
• Oct 9 — Black & Gold 🖤💛
• Oct 5 — Camo Day
• Oct 6 — Merch Day (wear your favorite band tee)
• Oct 7 — Twin Day (match a friend!)
• Oct 8 — Frat vs. Sorority (Frat: prep & polos | Sorority: pink & sparkle)
• Oct 9 — Black & Gold 🖤💛
From September 15 through October 15, KWCPS proudly joins the nation in recognizing National Hispanic Heritage Month. This month, we honor the rich histories, vibrant cultures, and invaluable contributions of Hispanic and Latino Americans whose influence enriches our schools, communities, and country every day.
HUGE congratulations to Mr. Bowden for earning our very first Parent Shout-Out of the school year! 💙💛
Our Viking teachers go above and beyond every single day, and we love seeing them recognized!
Want to celebrate a teacher who made a difference for your student? Parents and guardians can submit shout-outs weekly through the link in Dr. Weidle's Viking Newsletter.
Missed the newsletter? No problem! You can drop your shout-out directly using the link here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSffST3eED3eY3LQco0phyMSFeyJyuwjTMTymH-tomtqnOQOrQ/viewform
Our Viking teachers go above and beyond every single day, and we love seeing them recognized!
Want to celebrate a teacher who made a difference for your student? Parents and guardians can submit shout-outs weekly through the link in Dr. Weidle's Viking Newsletter.
Missed the newsletter? No problem! You can drop your shout-out directly using the link here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSffST3eED3eY3LQco0phyMSFeyJyuwjTMTymH-tomtqnOQOrQ/viewform
Last call for tax free and free delivery on orders! Gear up and show off your Viking spirit! 🛡️✨
Grab official HHMS merch—including t-shirts (solid, glow-in-the-dark, & tie-dye), sweatshirts, hoodies, cozy blankets, windbags, trucker hats, and insulated tumblers!
Tax-Free & Free Shipping to HHMS! Order by September 21st to skip the tax and shipping fees shown on the order sheet.
How to Order:
Online: MyPaymentsPlus
In-Person: Cash or check (payable to Hamilton Holmes Middle School)
Note: Orders placed after Sept 21st will be sold via a separate link with tax and shipping fees added.
Get your orders in today! 🎒🍂
🧪 Mixing Math, Science & Problem-Solving! 🎨
Our 8th graders put their precision skills to the test in the lab today! Students measured exact volumes of colorful liquids, mixed them together, and calculated what the final volume and custom shade should be in each test tube.
The learning didn't stop when the mixing was over. Afterward, students analyzed their results, reflected on the purpose of the experiment, and put on their detective hats to troubleshoot any discrepancies between their predicted and actual measurements. 🔬✨
From measuring liquid volume with a graduated cylinder to investigating sources of error, these young scientists are mastering the scientific method!
Our 8th graders put their precision skills to the test in the lab today! Students measured exact volumes of colorful liquids, mixed them together, and calculated what the final volume and custom shade should be in each test tube.
The learning didn't stop when the mixing was over. Afterward, students analyzed their results, reflected on the purpose of the experiment, and put on their detective hats to troubleshoot any discrepancies between their predicted and actual measurements. 🔬✨
From measuring liquid volume with a graduated cylinder to investigating sources of error, these young scientists are mastering the scientific method!
Smile — it’s Picture Day! 😄📸
Fall Picture Day: Sept 25, 2026.
Order at mylifetouch.com with Picture Day ID: EVTQD7DZF. Order by 9/25 (midnight) for FREE shipping — after that, orders are online only. Prefer cash/check? Send the completed flyer with your child on Picture Day. Need a flyer? Pick one up in the SRC.
Reminder: no hats, hoods, or headphones.
Fall Picture Day: Sept 25, 2026.
Order at mylifetouch.com with Picture Day ID: EVTQD7DZF. Order by 9/25 (midnight) for FREE shipping — after that, orders are online only. Prefer cash/check? Send the completed flyer with your child on Picture Day. Need a flyer? Pick one up in the SRC.
Reminder: no hats, hoods, or headphones.
Digging into the details—literally! 🌱
Ms. Verona's Agriculture students headed outdoors to collect soil samples from the back fields and the inner courtyard, putting our soil science units into real-world action. But the unexpected star of the afternoon? A rosemary bush hiding out in the courtyard!
Nothing beats watching students connect classroom concepts to hands-on experiences (and getting a little sensory bonus along the way).
Ms. Verona's Agriculture students headed outdoors to collect soil samples from the back fields and the inner courtyard, putting our soil science units into real-world action. But the unexpected star of the afternoon? A rosemary bush hiding out in the courtyard!
Nothing beats watching students connect classroom concepts to hands-on experiences (and getting a little sensory bonus along the way).
