🤔 Know what's cooler than being cool? ICE CREAM! (And supporting the HCMS Drama Club!)
Today's the day! Head to the Cynthiana Dairy Queen to support our talented students as they prepare for this year's magical production of Frozen Jr.!
WHAT: HCMS Drama Club Fundraiser
WHERE: Cynthiana Dairy Queen
WHEN: 5:00-8:00 PM
WHY: To raise funds for costumes, sets, and props that will bring Arendelle to life!
Your purchase helps ensure our show doesn't get left out in the cold. Thank you for giving our club some sweet "props"! 🎭🍔🍦
Today's the day! Head to the Cynthiana Dairy Queen to support our talented students as they prepare for this year's magical production of Frozen Jr.!
WHAT: HCMS Drama Club Fundraiser
WHERE: Cynthiana Dairy Queen
WHEN: 5:00-8:00 PM
WHY: To raise funds for costumes, sets, and props that will bring Arendelle to life!
Your purchase helps ensure our show doesn't get left out in the cold. Thank you for giving our club some sweet "props"! 🎭🍔🍦
🌟 Leadership Spotlight! 🌟
Let's celebrate the incredible students who were caught being a leader last week!
These students aren't just following rules—they're setting the standard. By consistently demonstrating the 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens and living out our school's mission, they prove that every student has the power to inspire others.
Whether it was Synergizing to solve a tough problem, showing courage to Be Proactive, or simply putting First Things First, their commitment to excellence shines through.
We are so proud of the positive example these young leaders are setting for our entire school community! Keep up the great work!
Let's celebrate the incredible students who were caught being a leader last week!
These students aren't just following rules—they're setting the standard. By consistently demonstrating the 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens and living out our school's mission, they prove that every student has the power to inspire others.
Whether it was Synergizing to solve a tough problem, showing courage to Be Proactive, or simply putting First Things First, their commitment to excellence shines through.
We are so proud of the positive example these young leaders are setting for our entire school community! Keep up the great work!
Let's give a round of applause to the students who were "caught being a leader" last week!
Our students consistently impress us by going the extra mile to live out our school's mission statement and the 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens. We've seen incredible examples of them taking initiative, helping their classmates, and making our school a more positive and supportive environment for everyone.
We are so incredibly proud of their leadership and dedication.
Our students consistently impress us by going the extra mile to live out our school's mission statement and the 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens. We've seen incredible examples of them taking initiative, helping their classmates, and making our school a more positive and supportive environment for everyone.
We are so incredibly proud of their leadership and dedication.
Our 6th-grade science students had an incredible learning experience yesterday with a fascinating presentation from The Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife!
They dove deep into topics like the reasons for the seasons, understanding carrying capacity, and the importance of habitat restoration. The highlight for many was the hands-on opportunity to touch various animal pelts and examine real skulls! What an amazing way to connect with wildlife science.
They dove deep into topics like the reasons for the seasons, understanding carrying capacity, and the importance of habitat restoration. The highlight for many was the hands-on opportunity to touch various animal pelts and examine real skulls! What an amazing way to connect with wildlife science.
Don't forget, fall picture day is coming!
A friendly reminder that fall picture day is Tuesday, September 23rd! 📸
Get ready to capture some great smiles!
Our next early release day is coming up on Wednesday, September 24th.
Students will be dismissed at 1 p.m. that day. Please plan accordingly for transportation and after-school care.
Caught Being a Leader!
We want to give a huge shout-out to the 156 students who were caught being a leader last week! These students went above and beyond, truly embodying our school's mission statement and the 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens.
We're so proud of their dedication and commitment to making our school community a better place!
We want to give a huge shout-out to the 156 students who were caught being a leader last week! These students went above and beyond, truly embodying our school's mission statement and the 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens.
We're so proud of their dedication and commitment to making our school community a better place!
What a beautiful day for a picnic! Our 7th-grade maroon team had a wonderful time soaking up the sun and building connections. They participated in a fun team-building activity and got to know each other better over lunch. We can't wait to see what other team-building adventures this group will have throughout the year!
Our ESS (tutoring) program kicks off on Monday, September 15th.
We're here to support our students and help them succeed. The weekly tutoring schedule is attached to this post. Please take a look at the available subjects and times.
If you have any questions, don't hesitate to reach out to Mrs. Sammie Sowder. We look forward to a great year of learning together!
We're here to support our students and help them succeed. The weekly tutoring schedule is attached to this post. Please take a look at the available subjects and times.
If you have any questions, don't hesitate to reach out to Mrs. Sammie Sowder. We look forward to a great year of learning together!
Midterm grade reports will be coming home with students tomorrow, Friday, September 12th. These reports are a great opportunity to check in on your student's progress so far this semester.
📣 Get ready for the next installment of school spirit and student creativity! We are excited to share the September edition of our school newspaper!
This edition is packed with more amazing student-written content, including upcoming school events, a student spotlight, and more. Our young journalists have poured their hearts into this project, and we couldn't be prouder of their work.
Check out the new edition below!
This edition is packed with more amazing student-written content, including upcoming school events, a student spotlight, and more. Our young journalists have poured their hearts into this project, and we couldn't be prouder of their work.
Check out the new edition below!
Congratulations to all the students who were "caught being a leader" last week! We are so proud of you for embodying our school's mission statements and the 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens. Your positive influence makes our school a better place. Keep up the great work!
Let's give a round of applause to Mrs. Bishop, the winner of the August 2025 GOOSE Award!
The GOOSE Award (Get Out of School Early) is a monthly honor given to a staff member who goes above and beyond. What makes this award so unique? The nominations come directly from our very own students!
It's clear our students think the world of Mrs. Bishop. Thank you for your dedication and hard work!
The GOOSE Award (Get Out of School Early) is a monthly honor given to a staff member who goes above and beyond. What makes this award so unique? The nominations come directly from our very own students!
It's clear our students think the world of Mrs. Bishop. Thank you for your dedication and hard work!
What a night for our Colts! They crushed Frankfort Middle 40-0 in an absolutely stellar performance! 🥳 Coach Roberts even got a celebratory ice bath for the team's incredible effort. We are bursting with pride for our football team and their amazing coaching staff!
Staff Spotlight: August Winner
Let's give a huge round of applause to the winner of our August Staff Spotlight, Mr. Mike Petty!
Every morning, you can find Mr. Petty at the front doors, greeting students with a friendly smile and a warm welcome. He goes above and beyond to make sure every student feels seen and valued, creating a positive and welcoming start to their day.
But his impact doesn't stop there. Mr. Petty is always ready to lend a helping hand, whether it's assisting a student with their work or helping a colleague. He has a remarkable talent for building positive relationships with our students, making them feel supported and cared for.
Thank you, Mr. Petty, for your incredible dedication and for being such a bright spot in our school community! We are so lucky to have you!
Let's give a huge round of applause to the winner of our August Staff Spotlight, Mr. Mike Petty!
Every morning, you can find Mr. Petty at the front doors, greeting students with a friendly smile and a warm welcome. He goes above and beyond to make sure every student feels seen and valued, creating a positive and welcoming start to their day.
But his impact doesn't stop there. Mr. Petty is always ready to lend a helping hand, whether it's assisting a student with their work or helping a colleague. He has a remarkable talent for building positive relationships with our students, making them feel supported and cared for.
Thank you, Mr. Petty, for your incredible dedication and for being such a bright spot in our school community! We are so lucky to have you!
A huge thank you to our amazing teacher volunteers who helped with yesterday’s Frozen Jr. audition workshop! We had such a great turnout, we can’t wait for this year's show!❄️🎶
🌟 A few reminders for parents:
Students will need to sign up for an audition time slot outside of Ms. Kiser’s door in the 6th-grade hallway.
Auditions will be held THIS Monday and Tuesday—it’s time to “let it go” and shine on stage!
Your student only needs to stay on the day of their audition and may be picked up out front afterwards.
The cast list will be posted on Wednesday morning on the Cafeteria Doors
Our first dry read will be on Thursday in Ms. Kiser’s Room until 5 pm.
📲 Parents/Students may use the link below to join the ParentSquare group for updates and further information!
https://www.parentsquare.com/groups/join/3zz1qk0tla
Check out our amazing 7th-grade scientists in action! 🔬
Mrs. Callahan's students are sharpening their skills by using measuring tools, such as rulers, to make quantitative observations. Instead of just saying a book is "big," they're now measuring its length in centimeters or inches. They've been measuring all sorts of items from around the classroom and even the school!
This hands-on activity helps them understand the difference between quantitative (numerical) and qualitative (descriptive) observations, a core concept in science. It's awesome to see them apply these skills and get a deeper understanding of the world around them.
Stay tuned for more updates on what's happening in our classrooms! 🏫
Mrs. Callahan's students are sharpening their skills by using measuring tools, such as rulers, to make quantitative observations. Instead of just saying a book is "big," they're now measuring its length in centimeters or inches. They've been measuring all sorts of items from around the classroom and even the school!
This hands-on activity helps them understand the difference between quantitative (numerical) and qualitative (descriptive) observations, a core concept in science. It's awesome to see them apply these skills and get a deeper understanding of the world around them.
Stay tuned for more updates on what's happening in our classrooms! 🏫
We're so proud of all the students who were "caught being a leader" last week! A special shout-out to the entire 8th Grade Gold Team for their nomination! Keep up the fantastic work, everyone! Here's to a school full of amazing leaders!
📣 We're thrilled to announce the first edition of our school newspaper for the 25-26 school year! Our talented students have been working hard to bring you the latest news, stories, and happenings from around HCMS. We're so proud of their dedication and creativity.
8th-grade agriculture students in Mrs. Rice's class studied zoonotic diseases and the concern of transferring germs from animals to humans by mixing colored water with other students in the class. By transferring “infected” animals, they were able to see how quickly germs spread through farms and the need for biosecurity.
