Week of May 11, 2026

The Week in Review at HMS: Notes from Dr. Cockley

Week of May 11, 2026

 

8th Grade Service Learning and Careers students spent today practicing their final presentations with a peer—getting ready for tomorrow’s Share Event, where they’ll showcase their projects, research, and community impact. Thank you for making a positive difference in our world and inspiring others to do the same!

 

Incredible day for our AI Exploration winning teams who visited Kent State University’s Computer Science and Aeronautics and Engineering Departments! Thank you to PTO for providing transportation for this rewarding opportunity!

 

Walking the red carpet! French class practices their descriptions and vocabulary, as students walk the runway!

 

High School ASL 4 students visit HMS to teach some of our 7th graders sign language basics, as a follow-up to April’s Deaf Awareness Month. 

 

An AMAZING week of concerts! Our HMS Bands and HMS Choirs were incredible - thank you to our students for sharing their talents and hard work with us, and to our directors for supporting their growth this year! Bravo!!!

 

Celebrating some of our HMS retirees at the District Retirement Celebration - Mrs. Craven, Mrs. Grissom, and Mrs. Sweitzer! Incredible careers spanning two to three decades - THANK YOU for making a difference for our students, staff, and families!

Important Notes:

HMS OST Scores Available in HAC this week:

• For HMS, the Ohio State Tests (OST) and the End of Course Exams (EOC) will soon be available in Home Access Center (HAC).  
  • Math for grades 6, 7, and 8, and Science for grade 8 will be available Monday 5/18.
  • ELA for grades 6, 7, and 8 will be available by Friday, 5/22. 
• Note that HHS and EWIS will be communicating home their score release date, as each building is unique.
• We are proud of our students, teachers, and staff for working hard this year. These assessments provide us an opportunity to see how well students did on grade level standards (OST) or high school subject standards (EOC) based on the state of Ohio expectations. 
• To access your student’s scores, please log into the Home Access Center (HAC). Click on Grades at the top of the page and then click on Test Scores. 
• If you need technology assistance, please contact the helpdesk 330-653-1400.
• For more information about each assessment, please use these links:
  • Spring 2026 Grades 3-8 Interpretive Guide
  • Spring 2026 High School Interpretive Guide (for HMS: Algebra and Geometry)

 

HMS Spirit Week - Week of May 18!

Thanks to HMS Student Council for hosting a fun-filled Students vs Staff Spirit Week! 

 

 

Field Days at HMS - this week!

• Field Day Dates:
  • 5/22: 8th Grade
  • 5/26: 7th Grade
  • 5/27: 6th Grade
  • 5/28: Rain Date 
  • Dates may adjust, pending weather forecast, so that 8th grade will have priority, followed by 7th grade, then 6th grade.
• Supply list:
  • Cash for concession stand (optional!) - a variety of snacks and beverages will be available throughout the day for purchase - benefitting our HMS Science Olympiad team
  • Bottled water 
  • Sunscreen
  • Inhaler or any medical device necessary for outdoor activities
  • Snacks: Students are welcome to bring their own snacks from the school safe snack list. Lunch will be provided during the regular hours.
  • Additional clothing, if needed (to be prepared for various weather conditions)

 

Additional Note for Field Days - No face paint, body paint, or glitter

• Just as we did last year, based on cleanliness concerns with our facilities, we are asking that students NOT bring paints and/or glitters to school for Field Day.
• We also kindly ask that students avoid painting their faces or bodies (this includes eye black).
• We want our students to have fun on their special day without causing an issue in our facilities for our outstanding custodial crew.
• Thank you for your support of this!

 

HMS PTO Order-Ahead Supply Sale - Get your calculator, graphing notebook, and art bag early! 

• Sale Link: HMS PTO Order Ahead Supply Sale
• It’s not too soon to start thinking about next school year! PTO is here to make your life easier by offering a pre-sale for those hard to find items! You can place your order for your child and pick it up at the Supply Sale during HMS Registration in August.
  • Students taking Math 6, Math 7, and Math 8 will need the TI-34 Multiview. Calculators will not be sold at the supply sale this year due to their cost ! (We will not be selling the TI-84 Plus this year.)
  • Graphing notebooks are used for most math classes!
  • Hudson Art/Supply bags that can be used for any class!
  • The supply sale will still be open with all your other supply needs in August.

 

6th Grade Families - Message from School Nurse:

• Please be sure to review the email sent recently to all 6th grade families regarding vaccinations required by the state of Ohio for incoming 7th grade students. If you have any questions regarding your child, please reach out to our Akron Children’s Hospital school nurse, Amanda Hitchcock, at msclinic@hudson.k12.oh.us or 330-653-1314.

 

Medication Pick Up and Drop Off Information - Message from School Nurse:

• Medication Pick up: Medication can be picked up in the clinic on the last day of school May 29th, from 7:30 am until 4:00 pm. Students can pick up their own emergency medication, such as inhalers and epi-pens, from the clinic at the end of the day on May 29th. Parents will need to pick up their student’s daily medications. Any prescription medication not picked up by May 29th at 4:00pm will be locked in a safe and inaccessible until Open House in the fall. This is an Akron Children’s Hospital policy to protect who has access to your child’s medication. All OTC medication and expired medication left in the clinic will be discarded. 
• Medication drop-off for the 2026-2027 school year will be Monday August 17th, 12pm-3pm. Students are not permitted to drop off medication; it must be done by the parent/guardian. Please see the link below to access any forms needed for medication drop off. Prescription medications should be brought in in the original bottle, require a doctor's signature and parent’s signature, state the dose, timing and frequency the medication is to be taken. No more than 30 days of medication should be brought in at a time. Forms and medication should arrive together. Please make sure medication is not expired. Here is the link for any medication forms you may need 

 

A Reminder from our District's Nutrition Services Department: 

• As we near the end of the year, we want to share a quick reminder about lunch accounts: If a lunch balance is negative, students will only be able to purchase a school breakfast or lunch until the balance is paid. 
• Items other than the published menu for our school breakfast or lunch are unable to be purchased with a negative account balance.
• Parents/guardians, if you need assistance, please let our Nutrition Services department know. 
• Any positive funds remaining on the account will automatically transfer to next year.

Thank you for your understanding and thank you to our amazing kitchen staff who take such great care of all of us every day! 

HMS Lunch Aide Sub Position - Immediately Available

• Perfect lunch-time hours! Outstanding people! 
• We have an HMS lunch aide sub position available, likely through the end of the school year. The role is part-time daily from 10:30am - 1:00pm. 
• Even if you can’t work daily, we’d love to have you for any combination of days throughout the week :-)
• This is such an important part of our students’ day, and we are truly appreciative of the individuals who support them during lunch. 
• If you know of anyone who might consider this role, please reach out to them to share about this opportunity. You may know a retired friend, a recent graduate, or someone thinking about re-entering the workforce. Thank you so much for helping to spread the news.  
• Anyone interested can apply here: Educational Aide/Lunch Long Term Substitute - Job ID 2830 

 

Interested in Serving as a Substitute? 

• Our district is actively looking for substitute teachers and staff members to help support our students. If you’ve ever considered stepping into our schools, this is a wonderful way to make a difference in the lives of students and support our community. Even a day or two of your time can have a big impact.
• We’d love for you to consider joining us - our students (and staff!) would truly appreciate your help! 
• Now Hiring! Substitute Rates and Information Flyer
• Here’s a link to our district website: HCSD Human Resources - Job Opportunities

 

HMS Staff Shout Outs: 

Has an HMS staff member made a difference for your child? We love to show appreciation for our amazing staff at HMS! Here’s an opportunity to share more personally if a staff member has made a difference, no matter how big or small. I will be sure to recognize their efforts individually and quietly. HMS Staff Shout Out Google Form

 

HMS Calendar of Events - To view upcoming middle school activities, including performances and meetings, click here: https://www.hudson.k12.oh.us/calendar1

 

HMS Athletic Schedules - To view middle school athletic schedules, click here and select the middle school sport you are interested in viewing: https://www.hudsonexplorersathletics.com/ Schedules are updated at the beginning of the pertinent season.

 

PeachJar Flyers - For event information about district and community events, please view the latest Peachjar flyers here: HCSD PeachJar Link