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HMS Weekly Newsletter

May 18-22

HMS Weekly Newsletter May 18-22
HMS WeeklyNewsletterMay 18-22

Hull Happenings Hull Happenings

May Events

05/20 - LAST DAY OF SCHOOL

Hull Middle Calendar
GCPS Calendar

May News May News

Graphic titled "Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month, May 2026" framed by a colorful multi-layered circle border with Gwinnett County Public Schools branding
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Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month: May 2026

May is Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month.


GCPS celebrates #EachAndEvery individual as we cultivate a culture of belonging while leading with empathy, equity, and excellence to ensure that #TeamGCPS students, families, and staff feel welcome, safe, accepted, valued, and prepared for the future.

Promotional flyer for 1st Day School Supplies: "Save $20 This Week Only" on a kit and backpack bundle. Includes a 20% off DSW shoes coupon with purchase. Use code: BUNDLE20. Ends Monday.
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✏️1st Day School Supplies

Hi Parents,

As we wrap up another amazing school year, this will likely be our final school-wide email before summer break, so we wanted to send one last reminder to order your student’s 1st Day School Supplies kit before everyone heads into summer mode!

🎒 This Week Only: Save $20 on a Kit + Backpack Bundle. Order by Monday and use code BUNDLE20 to save instantly.

Why order now?
✅ Everything your teacher requested in one box
✅ Avoid crowded stores and back-to-school stress later
✅ Name-brand supplies delivered before school starts
✅ Easy, convenient, and teacher-approved

PLUS- families who purchase the bundle will also receive:
👟 20% OFF DSW Shoes

👉Order Today!
📅 Deadline to save: Monday, May 25 at 11:59 PM

Once summer schedules kick in, it can be easy to miss important back-to-school reminders, so we encourage families to check this off the list now and enjoy a stress-free summer later.

Thank you for supporting our school and helping us make back-to-school easier for everyone!

Have a wonderful summer,
Hull Middle

Educational flyer titled "Not Too Late Order A Yearbook." It states the ship-to-school deadline has passed, but ship-to-home is available for a fee via treering.com/validate using school code 101726773312920 or an included QR code.
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📸 Don't miss out on the memories!

If you missed the initial deadline, don't worry—there is still time to grab a yearbook! While the "Ship to School" window has closed, you can still order a copy to be delivered directly to your home for a small additional fee.


How to order:


  1. Visit treering.com/validate

  2. Enter our school code: 101726773312920

  3. Or simply scan the QR code in the image!

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Last Day of School!

Today, Wednesday, May 20, is the last day of the 2025-26 school year!


We want to thank students, families, teachers, support staff, and our community for your hard work and dedication as we close out the school year. We hope you have a safe and enjoyable summer!

Celebrate the Class of 2026

Help us celebrate the Class of 2026! Share photos of your graduating senior on social media using the hashtag #GCPSClassof2026.
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An infographic titled "Summer Chromebook Care" featuring six maintenance tips: Avoid leaving the device in a car, store it securely, be mindful of food and drinks, beware of public Wi-Fi, practice good online safety, and bring the device back in the fall.
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Memorial Day

We honor America's fallen service members on Memorial Day. All GCPS schools and offices are closed today, Monday, May 25.

For Parents For Parents

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ParentVUE Absence Notes

Parents can submit information regarding recent absences, such as doctor's notes, in ParentVUE.


From the app home screen, students with recent absences will appear with a number above the "Report Absence" button. Notes should be submitted within seven days of an absence. (Absence notes cannot be submitted the same day as the absence. Notes can be submitted the following day.)


On the Report Absences screen, there will be a list of eligible recent absences.


  1. First, Select a Reason for the absence (from Absent, Religious, or College Visit (HS only)).
  2. Tap on "Add doctor's note or document" to take or upload a picture of a supporting document if one is available.
  3. Type a Note if there is additional information the school should know.
  4. Click Save once you are done.


*An uploaded document or note must be provided when submitting an absence.

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ParentVUE and ParentSquare Resources

ParentSquare is a unified communications platform designed to keep parents and guardians informed and encourage greater engagement and connection with your child’s school and Gwinnett County Public Schools.


ParentSquare provides a safe way for district administrators, school principals, teachers, staff, and parents to receive and send information, such as:


  • Weather-related closings & delays
  • School and class information
  • Share pictures and files
  • See calendar items
  • Upcoming class activities


District and school information will now be sent to your computer or phone via email and/or text via ParentSquare. For even more convenience, download the ParentSquare app (free on iOS and Android devices).

Learn more about Parent Square
Learn more about ParentVUE
Parent Tip #32: Prioritize regular sleep, balanced meals, and physical activity.
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PTSA PTSA

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Why Join?

  • Create Connections: No better way to network with other parents, teachers, and school administrators.
  • Amplify Your Voice: Influence PTSA decisions that impact your child by sharing your views and voting at PTSA meetings.
  • Support Your Child: PTSA funds various school initiatives and manages events that help your child achieve their potential. Lead PTSA committees or volunteer at sponsored events.
  • Discounted member rate for PTA’s annual national convention, PTA flagship children’s magazine subscription, leadership training, and much, much more!

Clubs & Athletics Clubs & Athletics

Peachtree Ridge Lions Fall 2026 Football flyer. Registration is $175-$250. Sign up at PRYAAFootball.com before May 16.
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Hull Middle Clubs

Clubs at Hull Middle School have begun. Visit our Hull Middle page for more details. Students may also visit the School Landing Page for club dates/times.

💡Reminders 💡Reminders

Outside Food and Drink 🚫

Parents, please remember that students are not allowed to receive food or drink deliveries during the school day.

HMS Car Rider & Walk Information

If your child is a car rider or walker, please take a moment to review our HMS Car Rider & Walker Guidelines. These procedures help ensure the safety and smooth arrival and dismissal of all students.


HMS Website: Car Rider & Walker Information


If your child is a new car rider, please be sure to complete the Car Rider Form and return to our Front Office.


HMS Car Rider Form


We truly appreciate your cooperation and support in adhering to our school procedures. Working together helps us keep our students safe each day.

A set of reminders for Chromebook and laptop use. The title reads "Chromebook and Laptop Reminders" next to a simple illustration of an open laptop. The banner for the school is red and reads "Hull Middle School." Six key reminders are listed in white boxes: 1. Charge your device every night (with a battery icon). 2. Handle your device with care. Always use two hands to carry it (with a pair of hands icon). 3. Keep food and drinks away from your device (with a forbidden icon over a bowl of food and cup). 4. Do not loan your device or charger to others. (with a hand icon inside a forbidden circle). 5. Only use sites that are in your portal or that are directed by your teacher (with a globe and internet cursor icon). 6. Do not share passwords. If you forget your password, please let your teacher know (with four asterisks representing a password). A final red footer banner reads: "Students and parents are accountable for any damage or inappropriate use of devices."
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Technology Items

Chromebook Reminders 👉

All students should have a wired pair of headphones 🎧


View the Hull Middle School loaner policy 💻

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🥙 Café Gwinnett - A Message from Hull Middle School

This is a friendly reminder that students are not allowed to receive outside food/drink deliveries throughout the day. Make sure your student brings their lunch to school daily to maximize instructional time. Please limit lunch drop-offs, as we can not guarantee timely delivery to your student. All students have the opportunity to receive a healthy, nutritious lunch through our school cafeteria.


Please see the monthly lunch calendar below to guide you and your student in his/her daily lunch decisions.

View the Café Menu!
Thank you for your support in helping us limit lunch drop-offs!

Title IX Compliance at Hull Middle:

Ryan Robertson

Local School Title IX Coordinator

Hull MS

1950 Old Peachtree Road

Duluth, GA 30097

Ryan.Robertson@gcpsk12.org

770-232-3205

Title IX & Accessibility

Contact Information

Website: https://www.gcpsk12.org/HullMS

Location: Hull Middle School, Old Peachtree Road Northwest, Duluth, GA, USA

Phone: 770-232-3200

Administration Administration

Denise Showell, Principal

Ryan Robertson, 8th Grade Assistant Principal

Lachelle Kegler, 7th Grade Assistant Principal

Michelle Parker, 6th Grade Assistant Principal

Amanda Corley, Connections Assistant Principal

Darlene Brown, Special Education Assistant Principal

Hull Middle School
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