Posted February 18, 2022
Message from Mrs. Dillon
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Reminders!
Chromebooks
Students use the Chromebooks assigned to them every day in class and we need your partnership. It is the student’s responsibility to charge their Chromebook each night and to take good care of the device. When a student loses their Chromebook, a 280 dollars replacement fee will be added to their account. The fee will need to be paid by the family before a new device is checked out to the student. Please contact wesley_akers@dpsk12.net if you have questions about devices.
District Accountability Committee (DAC)
Do you have a passion or desire to help improve Denver Public Schools by serving on an Advisory Board? If so, please consider applying to be a part of the District Accountability Committee (DAC). Applications are due by March 11th, 2022. Link to the flyers in multiple languages! Please send your DAC application to Sofiya Erman at: sofiya_erman@dpsk12.net by March 11, 2022
SchoolChoice First Round Now Closed
SchoolChoice results will be released in late March. Round 2 for the 2022-2023 school year will open April 12. Sign in to change your address. Round 2 of SchoolChoice for the current school year is now closed for all grades except ECE. Sign in to apply or to see your student’s SchoolChoice status.
Questions? Contact the SchoolChoice Hotline at 720-423-3493, email schoolchoice@dpsk12.org, or visit schoolchoice.dpsk12.org.
February Virtual Town Hall Meeting– Read more
8th Grade Continuation Requirements– Read more
DPS Declining Enrollment Advisory Committee– Read more
Want to Volunteer? Read more
Hamilton Assessments
The CMAS, state summative assessment for language arts, math, science, and social studies will be administered this Spring. For more information on testing and schedule click here.
Want to Win a Chipotle Gift Card!?
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GT News
Enrichment for Our GT Students
Did you know that DPS runs a Curiosity series where experts in archeology, architecture, computer science, biochemistry, cooking, criminal justice, engineering, fashion design, medicine, AND MORE share their expertise with students?! OH MY!
They just opened to middle school students so have kids read about each topic and sign up here!
“At Hamilton Middle School, we are so proud of our MI students! They worked very hard on their Black History Research projects, writing processes, and did oral presentations too.”– Natalie Anderson-Place, Hamilton
Clothes To Kids of Denver
Clothes To Kids of Denver is here to help. They provide every shopper with 5 outfits, 1 coat, 1 pair of shoes, 1 bra (optional), and 5 pairs each of new underwear and new socks, all for FREE in a welcoming store-like setting.
Students ages 3-21 (enrolled in preschool-12th grade or pursuing a GED) can visit every four months as long as they meet our basic eligibility requirements. Curbside & In-Person Service Available – No Referral Required
Families wishing to make a shopping appointment should call us at 720-379-4630 or email us here. See flier here: https://tinyurl.com/2pjva6bs
Healthy Food for Denver’s Kids FREE FOOD Resource
Did you know? The Denver Public Library has once again received the Healthy Food for Denver’s Kids (HFDK) grant for 2021-2022. Get more information here-https://tinyurl.com/4w6uhv2k
HMS Talent Show
Hamilton is having a Talent Show on May 13th! Stay tuned for more information on Auditions.
HMS Spring Musical is Here!
Aladdin will debut on April 28th and 29th. Save the date!
Want to help with the musical? Contact Ms. Nyhus or Ms. Suarez for more information.
The Art Room Needs You
Do you love to work with your hands? We are looking for community members to help make the Art Room look beautiful! Want to Help? Contact Mrs. Sheikhan or Ms. Suarez for more information.
Floor Hockey Practices are on Mondays and Wednesdays 4:15-5:30 pm
Broncos Futures Football 2022
QR Code To Register for Futures
Spring Sports Registration Now Open!
Registration is now open for Girls Soccer, Baseball, 6th-grade Girls & Boys Basketball, & Futures football. Click the link to read more. If you have any other questions, contact the coach directly or visit Hamilton’s Athletics page for more information. Coach Elmore Victoria_Elmore@dpsk12.net
Click the link to be sent to the Nurse’s Office page for health forms.
Mental Health Services
I Matter Colorado has mental health services free for students. Simply fill out the survey and talk to someone.
The Colorado Crisis Services hotline has counselors available to talk 24 hours a day, seven days a week at 1-844-493-TALK (8255) or text TALK to 38255. Or visit the Colorado Crisis Services website to learn more about how to speak with a counselor.
Staying Safe and Healthy
We have automatic no-touch drinking fountains for students to fill their water bottles. Students are not allowed to drink water directly from the water fountain. Please make sure students bring a water bottle to school every day.
Students must bring a mask to school and wear it properly, covering their mouth and nose. If a student is not wearing their mask properly, we will call parents/guardians to support us and pick them up from school if the behavior continues. Please help us at home by talking to your student about proper mask usage and by providing them with a mask that fits comfortably.
COVID-19 Vaccinations and New Protocols
UPDATE: DPS will no longer require schools to send general COVID-19 notification letters to families when there is a COVID-19 case reported in a school or workplace. Instead, we are encouraging families to check the COVID-19 Dashboard to see the latest updates regarding DPS cases. Please read this letter about COVID notifications to families.
This week, the Denver Department of Public Health and Environment (DDPHE) announced that its order requiring masks in all schools and childcare facilities will expire at the end of the day on Friday, Feb. 25. Please remember that masks are still required in all indoor school settings through Feb. 25. And they will still be strongly recommended even after the city’s mandate has expired.
As you know, our Denver Health School-Based Health Centers (SBHCs) are now offering vaccinations for free at 18 locations across the city. For more information on COVID-19 vaccines and new protocols click on the link.
Bullying and Cyberbullying
If you are concerned about bullying at your school, we recommend contacting your school’s principal, social worker, school psychologist, or teacher directly to address the issue. We encourage you to talk to your student about bullying and to teach your student to always tell a trusted adult if he or she, or another student, has been bullied or cyberbullied.
Learn more about bullying and cyberbullying at:
You can anonymously report any bullying behavior that threatens you, your family, or your community through Safe2Tell by calling 877-542-7233, by visiting Safe2tell.org, or by using the Safe2Tell app on a mobile device.
For more information on DPS Bullying and Cyberbullying Policies & Procedures click on the link.
This month PTSA supported a staff appreciation on Valentine’s Day! We serve burritos, coffee, sweet treats, and goodie bags.
Next meeting March 9th, 5:30 pm. You can find the meeting link in the school calendar here.
Thank you for your continued support of the PTSA and we look forward to more opportunities to serve in 2022!
Students use the Chromebooks assigned to them every day in class and we need your partnership. It is the student’s responsibility to charge their Chromebook each night and to take good care of the device. When a student loses their Chromebook, a 280 dollars replacement fee will be added to their account. The fee will need to be paid by the family before a new device is checked out to the student. Please contact wesley_akers@dpsk12.net if you have questions about devices.
Wondering about how to navigate Schoology? Check out these resources for families!
DPS Schoology Resources for Parents:
DPS Schoology for Parents (2 min video)
Schoology Parent FAQ (doc)
If accessing Schoology via SmartPhone:
DPS Schoology- Parent Mobile App Login Instructions (doc)
Tips for Parents Using the Schoology mobile app (1.5 min video)
February is Black History Month, a time when the nation reflects and pays tribute to the generations of African Americans who fought with adversity to achieve full citizenship in American society, according to the official website. There are teaching resources provided from the National Archives, Library of Congress, National Endowment for the Humanities, National Gallery of Art, National Park Service, and United States Holocaust Memorial Museum available here.
We are committed to upholding an inclusive culture where students and team members can show up as their authentic and best selves. Click on the link to visit HMS Diversity Calendar for more information on what’s happening in the month of February!
The Hamilton Parent Teacher Student Association (PTSA) welcomes ALL Hamilton families, staff, and students to become members! CLICK HERE to complete a membership form and pay annual dues.
Simply shop at smile.amazon.com and tap on “AmazonSmile” within the Programs & Features menu or Settings and follow the on-screen instructions. AmazonSmile will donate to Hamilton Middle School PTA, at no cost to you!
The new and improved Box Tops mobile app uses state-of-the-art technology to scan your store receipt, find participating products and instantly add Box Tops to your school’s earnings online. Learn more at boxtops4education.com.
Connect your Loyalty Card to Southmoor Elementary!
Thank you Hamilton families for your support. Your help with donating any of these classroom supplies at any time during the school year is appreciated. If you would like to donate school supplies, click here for more information. If you have any questions, contact the school liaison at 720-423-9456.
| Registrar | Esther Blackmon | esther_blackmon@dpsk12.org/720-423-9505 |
| Attendance | TJ Ramey | thomas_ramey@dpsk12.org/ 720-423-9504 |
| Technology | Wes Akers | Wesley_Akers@dpsk12.net/720-423-9542 |
| School Liaison | Dimarlys Suarez | dimarlys_suarez@dpsk12.net/ 720-423-9456 |
| Transportation | transportation@dpsk12.org/ 720-423-4699 | |
| GT/504/SpEd | Rachel Langberg | rachel_langberg@dpsk12.org |