PSAT date change: October 24
The SC State Fair will be in Columbia October 10-21. Just a friendly reminder that attending the State Fair is an afterschool or weekend activity. Students who are dismissed early to attend the Fair will receive unexcused absences.
Dear HMS Students Parents and Families,
I am so excited to Welcome back all of you, including our newest Hand Middle School Hornets and their families. And, no matter what grade you’re in- 6th, 7th, or 8th, I want to get to know you, as I want you to get to know me, and your entire caring and dedicated HMS family. Truly, we are responsible for Inspiring, Informing and Educating you, in a safe, caring, and positive learning environment. This is our common purpose at Hand Middle School, and this, as well as you, are our top priority! Expect this! 
But there is also something expected of you, as students. It is the responsibility you have for your education, and the responsibility you have for yourself. You must attend school every day. Regular school attendance gives you the best possible start in life and prepares you for college and future career. You are expected to pay attention to your teachers, administrators, other caring and supportive HMS staff, and listen to your parents, who care for and about you. At HMS, it is expected that you put in the time and study it takes to meet your goals to succeed. HMS has the most Dedicated Family of faculty, staff, and administrators ready to help you succeed.
And if you remember only a few things about your teachers, remember this:
Teachers have three loves:
Love of Learning, Love of Learners, and The love of bringing the first two loves together.
- Scott Hayden-
Again, on behalf of the entire HMS family of administrators, faculty and staff, Welcome! And to our HMS parents: As the school year draws closer, please do not hesitate to reach out with any questions you may have.
With Warmest Regards,
Patrice T. Green, Principal
Announcements
Basketball Information:
Girls Conditioning: October 16 , 17 and 24 (4:15 - 5:00 PM)
Girls Try-outs: October 29 - 30 (4:15 - 5:00 PM)
Boys Try-outs: October 29 - 30 (5:00 - 6:00 PM)
The Richland One Board of School Commissioners approved
October 12, December 21 and March 8 as makeup days.
Each makeup day will be a half day for students and a full day for staff.
The Board also approved a request from the district’s administrative team
to waive the fourth missed day.
Richland One schools were closed September 11-14, 2018, as ordered by the governor. Schools reopened on September 17, 2018.
Hand's Education Foundation
The Foundation currently is recruiting new members. Please consider joining the Hand Educational Team! The commitment entails attending a one-hour monthly evening meeting, held at the school. Check out the Foundation page under Parent Resources. If you have any questions or if you are interested in joining, please contact John Meyers at meyersjohnm@gmail.com.
**2018-2019 Cell Phone Policy**
Student phones are expected to remain in their locker
from 8:40 am - dismissal
Click HERE to view the rules
**2018-2019 Dress Code Policy**
Please click HERE to view expectations
Student IDs
Richland One requires all students and staff members to wear IDs around the neck everyday for safety and security. By the middle of September, all students will receive IDs. Please remind your student to keep it their bookbag after school so he/she will have it for school. Students who meet expectations will be eligible for an incentive.
Cafeteria Procedure
All students have access to free breakfast and lunch each day of the school year. The standard lunch includes a choice of meat or other protein, two vegetables, fruit or fruit juice, bread and milk. Students also have the option of the salad bar. There are two meat/protein options for students to select. If one meat/protein option is not available, a student will have access to the other available option. Please visit SNS website for more details:
http://www.schoolnutritionandfitness.com/index.php?sid=2110122009427796
Golden Pass for Senior Citizens
Richland One offers a complimentary Golden Activity Pass to district retirees and senior citizens ages 60 and older who live in the Richland One school attendance zone. Seniors may pick up a Golden Activity Pass from the Richland One Office of Communications, located on the second floor of the Stevenson Administration Building at 1616 Richland Street. Passes will be issued on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 a. m. – noon and 2-4 p.m. Link for more information: Golden Pass Info
Returning Student Enrollment Verification
Beginning May 1, 2018, you will be able to verify student enrollment for 2018-2019. You will verify contact information, complete the bus transportation application, as well as other annual forms at your Parent Portal site.
Current Proof of Residency will need to be submitted by all students for 2018-2019. Submit your lease or mortgage and one current utility bill. You may bring your documents to the school or submit them by email (registrationhms@richlandone.org).
Congratulations
Adelle Fuller (7th grade) was in a program with SC Department of Education. She was featured in the “Read Your Way to the Big Game!” Adelle had the pleasure of meeting State Superintendent of Education, Molly Spearman.
Learn More about the program at:
Read Your Way to the Big Game social media post:
Facebook -- https://www.facebook.com/scdoe/videos/461587544358836/
Twitter - https://twitter.com/EducationSC/status/1031534325165187077
Supply Lists for 2018-2019
Click here to see the class supply lists for the upcoming school year.
Community Partnership: Urban Cookhouse
Hand Middle School is excited to partner with Urban Cookhouse to celebrate the great things our students and faculty are doing through the PRIDE initiative. Each month, students who display PRIDE behavior will be placed in a drawing for a free cookie. Faculty and staff also have the chance to win lunch from Urban Cookhouse.
