Heads Up Hamilton: Friday, March 11th

Posted March 11, 2022


The Week Ahead

Monday, March 14

Tuesday, March 15

  • HMS Brain Bowl at 8:30am
  • Baseball Tryouts at 4:15pm
  • PTSA Dine Out Fundraiser @ Bird Call (4996 E Hampden Ave. Denver 80222)

Wednesday, March 16

  • HMS Brain Bowl at 8:30am
  • PTSA Skate City Fundraiser from 6-8pm (more information below)

Thursday, March 17

  • HMS Brain Bowl at 8:30am
  • St. Patrick’s Day

Friday, March 18


School Reminders & Updates

  • 3/22-4/29 CMAS Testing Window
  • 3/13 Daylight Savings Day
  • 3/21 Pokemon Go After School Club
  • 3/23 Virtual Town Hall @ 5pm
  • 3/24 HMS Washington DC Parent Info Meeting
  • 4/7 TJ HS Counselors at 8th Lunch
  • 4/28-29 Aladdin Musical
  • 5/13 HMS Variety (Talent) Show

Hamilton Administration Updates

Message from Mrs. Dillon

DPS is reaching out to request your help with a focus group they are conducting for a project with CDC, ‘The Promoting Resiliency and Equitable Mental Well-Being in Schools’. Click here for info and to apply to participate. $30 gets paid to those who are selected and participate.


Please take a moment to watch these videos with your child and have a discussion.

Digital Drama

The Benefits of a Bilingual Brain – Mia Nacamulli


Follow Hamilton on Social Media


Virtual Town Hall Meeting

Join Mrs. Dillon on March 23rd from 5-6 pm for our monthly Virtual Town Hall meeting.

Come share your thoughts, ask questions, and give your input

Interpreters and Translations services are available on request.

Virtual Zoom Meeting Link

Meeting ID: 868 2812 3945

Passcode: 680845



School News

Choice of Studies for TJ is Here! Read more


Denver Adolescent Response Team (DART) is partnering up with DPS schools and offering mental health support to teens and their families. Read more


VOYAGER CAMP: Great Opportunity for Hamilton Students!

 We have established a partnership with the Los Angeles Marine Institute ( a 5013C) to provide Hamilton students an opportunity to participate in a 12 DAY VOYAGER CAMP from Aug 8 – Aug. 19 2022 in beautiful Southern California – Space is limited. Scholarship recipients will spend the summer on the beautiful Southern California coast in a way that most people never experience! While at sea and on the island, they will explore topics in marine biology, maritime history, island ecology and have some fun with traditional maritime arts! Check out this presentation created by a former Tall Ship Camper.

Due to the short notice, scholarships are limited to the cost of the program and families MUST be able to pay for the cost of travel to and from California. If you are interested, please visit the 12 DAY VOYAGER CAMP website to register.

Things to Know:

  1. The scholarship is limited to the cost of the program: Voyager Camp (August 8 – August 19) $2,500.00+$89.09 Fee Sales end on Aug 8, 2022.
  2. When registering for the camp, please call the Top Sail office at  310.833.6055 to get the Hamilton’s scholarship promotional code.
  3. Read their Summer Camp FAQs Sheet
  4. Download Summer Camp Flyer

Hamilton Washington DC Trip May 2023

To all 7th-Grade Families:

On your mark, get set, we are ready to go!

8th Grade Washington DC. Trip May 2023

Hamilton Middle School is excited to start traveling again with our first trip back to the Nation’s Capital in 2023.

Join us for an informational meeting on Thursday, March 24, 2022, at 4:30 pm in the school library. The meeting is open to all current 7th-grade families. Check the attached flier and informational links below.

We will be traveling with WorldStrides. General information about WorldStrides and the Washington DC trip can be found here: 

About WorldStrides

About Washington DC Trip


Hamilton School Mural

The Husky students are excited to start on the mural in the Cafeteria after Spring Break. We will keep you updated on the progress.


Pokemon Go After School Club

  • What: Join Mr. Mollman and other students to play Pokemon Go!
  • When: Two Mondays each month, from 4:10-5:30 pm
  • Where: Meet in Mr. Mollman’s room (115) after school and walk to Bible Park together.

You MUST turn in a permission slip from your parents before you can participate. See Mr. Mollman in room 115 for a permission slip. March meetings: March 14th and 21st


Skate City Hamilton Night

Join us at our very own Hamilton Middle Skate City Night!

  •  When: Wednesday, March 16th
  • Time: 6-8pm
  • Where: Aurora Skate City, 15100 E. Girard Ave.

Come skate with your friends, families, and Hamilton staff. One FREE pair of skates will be given out to a lucky winner!

PTSA is sponsoring this event and would like your help to decorate Skate City and show school spirit. If you are interested in helping, please sign up here.


Hamilton Swag

The swag shop is now open! Hamilton PTSA announces the reopening of our spirit wear and online store for spring. Here are the details:

  • Items range in price from $3.40 to $29.
  • We have new designs, colors, and items for spring!
  • The store includes clothing for the entire family and fits all shapes and sizes.
  • Consider purchasing an item as a gift.
  • Clothing can be shipped directly to your desired location (shipping and handling extra.)
  • OR choose school pick up in the Delivery options. (We’ll arrange distribution at the end of April)
  • CLICK HERE TO GO TO THE HAMILTON SPIRIT WEAR STORE!!

School Store Closes on March 25th. ***Show our staff some love! Add the Donate – T-shirts for Teachers for $11 and help us purchase one t-shirt for every school staff member. *** You can also find the Hamilton Spirit Wear store in the Bookmarked Resources in Digital Deets. Head to Spirit Gear folder. #huskystrong


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!


HMS Art News

HMS Variety (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.

Thank you for contributing to the Snack Fund for the Aladdin Cast! If we need more snacks for rehearsal, we will replenish them with the funds already collected. Any remaining funds will be allocated for the play.


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.


HMS Sports News

Broncos Futures Football 2022

  • Must be a 7th or 8th Grade student.You must be academically eligible.
  • You must pay $40.00 participation fee when your equipment is issued.
  • You must have all of the following forms completed and signed by parent:

QR Code To Register for Futures

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


Nurse’s Corner

Click the link to be sent to the Nurse’s Office page for health forms.

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.

Mental Health Services and Safe2Tell/Bullying Information

COVID-19 Vaccinations and New Protocols


PTSA News

Upcoming Events

  • Swag Store is open for month of March and closes on the 25th- CLICK HERE TO GO TO THE HAMILTON SPIRIT WEAR STORE!!  
  • Skate CIty nights- March 16 and May 18th 6-8pm
  • Dine Out Event at Bird Call on Tuesday, March 15th at Birdcall. Watch Deets for more information. 

Want to help stock the Staff Lounge wit goodies for staff appreciation!? Use this Sign Up Genius form

Thank you for your continued support of the PTSA and we look forward to more opportunities to serve in 2022!


Technology News

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)

DPS Schoology Guide for Parents (doc)


HMS Diversity Calendar

Cultural Moments: Women’s History Month

March is Women’s History Month, which celebrates the contributions women have made to the United States and recognizes the specific achievements women have made over the course of American history in a variety of fields according to the official website.

 

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 March!


How to Support Hamilton Middle School?

Join the PTSA!

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.

Other Ways to Support Hamilton


AMAZON SMILE

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!



BOXTOPS FOR EDUCATION

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.


KING SOOPERS COMMUNITY REWARDS

Connect your Loyalty Card to Southmoor Elementary!

  • Click on the link
  • Link your account to Hamilton Middle and King Soopers will donate a portion of every dollar you spend back to our school.
SCHOOL DONATIONS

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.


Questions?

Registrar Esther Blackmonesther_blackmon@dpsk12.org/720-423-9505
AttendanceTJ Rameythomas_ramey@dpsk12.org/ 720-423-9504
Technology Wes AkersWesley_Akers@dpsk12.net/720-423-9542
School LiaisonDimarlys Suarezdimarlys_suarez@dpsk12.net/ 720-423-9456
Transportationtransportation@dpsk12.org/ 720-423-4699
GT/504/SpEdRachel Langbergrachel_langberg@dpsk12.org

Parent Portal

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  • Tech. support? Call 720-423-3163 or email dps_portalteam@dpsk12.org