HMMS Newsletter

Dear HMMS Families,

With May quickly approaching, we are entering a time of year where there is rarely a day without an event, trip, or transition activity happening! Please be on the lookout for more frequent communications related to upcoming events—we want to make sure everyone stays informed and involved.

Recently at HMMS, spring sports have begun, and our campus is buzzing after school with students practicing and competing on all fields. We encourage you to come out and support our student-athletes whenever you can!

Meanwhile, the students and staff involved in the school musical—which will be live on May 8th, 9th, and 10th—are working hard both before and after school to prepare for what is sure to be an amazing show. We can’t wait to see all their hard work come to life on stage!

This is also a time of year when we make a special effort to celebrate important people within our building. Recently, on Administrative Assistant Day (which we proudly renamed Deb Wagar Day), we honored Deb for all she does to keep HMMS running smoothly. We hope Deb knows just how deeply appreciated she is—not just on one day, but every day!

On another note, I’m proud to share that Patrick Lincoln, our Dean of Students, recently gave a presentation at a school board meeting highlighting the trust survey data we’ve collected from staff. He shared how we are using that feedback to make positive shifts in our practice and the encouraging trends we are seeing throughout the year.

Please take a look below for important upcoming dates. We are committed to finishing the year strong, and we thank you for your continued support!

• Wednesday, June 4th: 8th grade step up day in the afternoon

• 8th Grade Graduation: Tuesday, June 17, 6:30 pm start

• • 5/6 - 🚃Field Trip: Nebula to Billings Farm

    5/8 - Musical (Evening)

    5/12 - 🚃Field Trip: Atlas to Hulbert

    5/13 - 🚃Field Trip: Polaris to Williston Central School

    5/15 - PTO Meeting 6:30 pm

    5/20 - Early Release

    5/21 - 🚃Field Trip: Chorus to Northern Stage

    5/23 - 💃🏻Dance 6-8pm

    5/26 - NO SCHOOL - Memorial Day

    6/2 - Polaris Culminating Event 6-8pm

    6/3 - HMMS End of year concert 7:00 - 9:00 pm

    6/4 - Thursday - 8th grade step-up day

    6/5 - 6/6 - 🚃Field Trip: Polaris to Silver Lake

    6/6 - 🚃Field Trip: Atlas to Storr’s Pond

    6/10 - Tuesday - Rising 6th - Meet your teacher night, 6:00 - 7:00 pm

    6/11 - 🚃Field Trip: Nebula

    6/11 - 6/12 - 🚃Field Trip: Eclipse to Storr’s Pond

    6/12 - Atlas Culminating Event 5:00 - 6:30 pm

    6/13 - 🚃Field Trip: 8th grade class trip and 5th grade step-up day

    6/17 - 8th grade promotion ceremony (graduation) 6:30 start time: BBQ after

    6/18 - Wednesday - Early Release / LAST STUDENT DAY / Field Day *Tentative

    6/20 - HS Graduation

    
    

• Spring sports are under way! If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to the HMMS Athletic Director, Nichole Vielleux, at hmmsad@hartfordschools.net

2024-2025 Hartford Memorial Middle School Yearbook

This year’s yearbook is now open for sales! You can purchase a yearbook using the link below. 8th grade students will automatically receive a yearbook free of charge, and do not need to purchase one. This link is for any 6th or 7th grade students that would like to purchase a yearbook. Yearbooks cost $20, and will be distributed during the last week of school.

• Purchases made after May12th will be at an increased price in order to cover the cost of shipping, and will be sent directly to student addresses.

• If you have questions, or are in need of a scholarship-provided yearbook, please contact Erin Topolewski at topolewskie@hartfordschools.net.

• Additionally, if you would like to donate a yearbook for a kid who is unable to come up with the funds, you can purchase an extra book through the link and write “donation” in the box that asks for the student name. Thank you in advance for any donations!

Link to Yearbook Purchase:

https://link.entourageyearbooks.com/my/memorialmiddle25

Please check out the regularly updated Student Assistance Program newsletter, click here– SAP Newsletter for information on prevention, substance misuse, bullying and wellness

• Vaping in 2025: What’s Changed & What Parents Need to Know

• Host: Operation Parent

• Date: Recorded Webinar (from 2/19 event) | Watch

• Location: online

• Description: The face of vaping has changed significantly since they first emerged about a decade ago: vapes are bigger, stronger, and distributors have developed new methods to appeal to youth and evade FDA regulations. Join Dr. Weiner for an in-depth look at the evolving vaping landscape, the hidden risks to physical and mental health, and practical tips to help you have informed, impactful conversations with your child.

• Hartford Parks & Recreation is looking for ideas for the future possibilities of Lyman Point Park, including how to make it more accessible. If you have a chance, please fill out the survey

Please check out the Hartford Parks and Recreation offerings for the Summer and Fall: https://hartfordvt.myrec.com/info/default.aspx

Join the HMMS PTO!

The HMMS PTO is looking for new members for the 2025-2026 school year!

If you aren't familiar, the PTO and HMMS have built a wonderful partnership. This year alone, the PTO has helped organize and run many events for our staff and students. Some highlights include:

• Hosting Doughnuts and Cider in the fall to celebrate students and their commitment to our school-wide expectations.

• Organizing multiple staff appreciation events, providing breakfast, lunch, coffee, and more throughout the year.

• Supporting major events like the Marathon Dance.

• Meeting monthly with the Principal to discuss ways to further support the goal of belonging at HMMS.

I have seen firsthand the positive impact of this group, and I hope to see it continue and grow. However, they are in need of new members to carry on this important work.

If you are interested in being a part of the PTO next year, please reach out to HMMSVTPTO@gmail.com. We would love to have you join!

Cody TanCreti

Principal HMMS

tancretic@hartfordschools.net