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Husky Howl
Summer 2024 Newsletter- Homer Middle School
Happy Summer Break!
Hello Homer Husky families!
I just wanted to share out some information to you about next school year to help you plan! Please see below for that info.
Also, please take a few moments to follow HMS on Facebook and Instagram (@hmsalaska), as we keep these very up to date with pictures and announcements about what is happening at HMS during the school year.
I hope you have a wonderful, and relaxing summer break!
Supply Lists for 2024-2025
Supply lists for next year are available on our school website or linked directly here. https://kpbsd.org/schools/homer-middle/parent-portal/supply-lists/. We will not be selling supply kits this year.
HMS Parent/Student Handbook
You can access our HMS Parent/Student Handbook on our school website here https://kpbsd.org/schools/homer-middle/wp-content/uploads/sites/9/2024/05/Homer-Middle-School-Handbook-2024-2025.docx.pdf. It is always a good thing to regularly review!
Bell Schedules for 2024-2025
Bell schedules for next school year can be found on our website or located at this direct link here https://kpbsd.org/schools/homer-middle/bell-schedules/.
Tentative August Events
- HMS will host a Husky Training Day for incoming 7th graders and new to HMS 8th graders on Friday, August 16th from 9:00 – 11:00 AM. The purpose of this event is to assist students in their transition to middle school. Students will meet their 7th grade teachers, practice with their lockers, learn skills for success, and enjoy team building activities.
- HMS will also host an Open House on Monday, August 19th from 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm. All students and parents are welcome to drop in during open house to pick up their schedules/locker information, tour the school, and meet the HMS staff. (Student registration must be completed to get your schedule at open house).
- The first day of school is Wednesday, August 21, 2024. School starts at 9:00 am. Doors open each morning at 8:30 am. The instructional day ends at 3:50 pm. Students will enter the school through the MPR in the morning and exit out the main front door after school each day.
- Track and Cross Country Running practices start the first day of school. Students must have their paperwork and fees turned in to be able to attend practice.
Handy Links
Have you updated your registration for next year yet? If not please do so here https://forms.kpbsd.org/guardian/login?returnUrl=%2Fguardian .
Add funds to your child's lunch account here https://kpbsd.revtrak.net/
If you still owe any fees, you can pay them in PowerSchool here https://kpbsd.org/students-parents/powerschool/. All outstanding fees must be paid, or students can not be issued a schedule in the fall.
Are you interested in volunteering at Homer Middle School? Complete the KPBSD volunteer application at this link https://kpbsd.org/departments/assistant-superintendent/instructional-services/hr/volunteer/. This has to be redone every year. Once you are approved, reach out to the office and we can find a way for you to help!