Hamilton Community Schools

Hamilton Volleyball has a new but familiar face taking over the varsity head coaching this upcoming season, Amanda Gondell! Coach has been working hard all summer to get the girls ready for the upcoming season! Volleyball is looking for potential candidates to help coach JV and JH teams. Please email David.prokop@hcs.k12.in.us

Friendly reminder that All Athletes (5th-12th Grades) participating in a sport at Hamilton must have an updated physical on file with the Athletic Department before starting practices. Final forms also must be completed. St. Martin's Healthcare in Garrett offers physicals by appointment for a $20.00 donation. Phone: (260) 357-0077 Address: 1359 S Randolph St, Garrett, IN 46738 Hours: Monday: 9-12 and 1-3 Tuesday: 9-12 and 1-3 Wednesday: 9-12 Thursday: 3-7 Friday: Closed 💙💙💙💙💙💙

PLEASE NOTE: -If you have already completed online registration, you do not need to attend registration. If you're unable to attend registration, we will have paper packets available for pick up outside of Door 1 at any time. Thank you!

Orientation for 6th-grade students and any new students in grades 7th-12th is Tuesday, July 23, starting at 6 pm in the Main Gym. Enter at Door 1. The All Students Open House for preK-12th grade is Tuesday, Aug 6, from 5-6 pm. Meet your teachers, drop off supplies, practice your locker combination, walk through your schedule, etc. Grades 6th-12th class schedules can be viewed in PowerSchool starting tomorrow. For scheduling questions or changes, please email Mrs. Brown at taylor.brown@hcs.k12.in.us

Registration Packets will be available and can be completed on paper or online https://www.hcs.k12.in.us/page/hcs-registration-information. Choose the Current Student Registration option to access your parent PowerSchool account. If you have already completed online registration, you do not need to attend.

In-person registration for students in grades PreK-12 is tomorrow from 2-6:30 p.m. and Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Enter at Door 1 or 4. Location: School Library. Our athletic director, School Nurse, Cafeteria Director, and BASE Camp Coordinator will be in attendance.

In person registration for students in grades PreK-12 is tomorrow from 2-6:30pm and Wednesday from 9am-1pm. Please see below for details: -Enter at Door 1 or 4 -Location: Library -Our Athletic Director, School Nurse, Cafeteria Director, and BASE Camp Coordinator will be in attendance. -Tuesday, July 23 at 6pm : 6th grade orientation and any new students in grades 7th-12 may attend in the Main Gym. Enter at Door 1. -If you have already completed online registration you do not need to attend. -Registration Packets will be availble and can be completed on paper or online https://www.hcs.k12.in.us/page/hcs-registration-information -Open House is on Tuesday, Aug 6 for all students in Prek-12 from 5-6pm. Meet your teachers, drop off supplies, practice your locker combination, walk through your schedule, etc. -Grades 6-12th grade schedules can be viewed in PowerSchool starting tomorrow. For scheduling questions or changes please email Mrs. Brown at Taylor.Brown@hcs.k12.in.us -PLEASE NOTE: -If you have already completed online registration you do not need to attend registration. If you're unable to attend registration we will have paper packets available for pick up outside of Door 1 at anytime. Thank you!

This is just a reminder that our library hours for PowerSchool registration technical support are today from 10 AM to 7 PM, tomorrow from 9 AM to 2 PM, and Monday from 10 AM to 7 PM. During these times, you can get tech support for setting up parent accounts or assistance with registration forms in PowerSchool. Please enter through doors 1 or 3.

As time is moving quickly, we wanted to remind our school community that in-person registration for the 24-25 school year is approaching. 📅 In-Person Registration Dates: Tuesday, July 23: 2:00 PM to 6:30 PM Wednesday, July 24: 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM 📍 Location: Registration will be held in the library this year. You can enter the school through Door 1 or Door 3. Schedules: All 6th-12th grade students will receive their schedules at in-person registration. Orientation: Orientation for incoming 6th graders and any new 7th-12th grade students will be held on Tuesday, July 23 at 6:00 PM in the main gym. Please enter through Door 1. All new and returning students will need to register.

HCS summer conditioning continues Monday, June 17th for all students grades 5-12. 7:30am-8:30am - Veterans who have completed the initial BFS program. 8:30am-9:15am - Rookies who need to complete the initial BFS program. Varsity Coaches: BASE/WBB - Justin McKnight (justin.mcknight@hcs.k12.in.us) MBB - Chase Holden (chase.holden@hcs.k12.in.us) WBB - Taylor Brown (taylor.brown@hcs.k12.in.us) XC - Kody Ahrens (kody.ahrens@hcs.k12.in.us) GOLF - Brad Hennessey (brad.hennessey@hcs.k12.in.us) SOFTBALL - Brittany Taylor (brittany.taylor@hcs.k12.in.us) TRACK & FIELD - Andrew Baker (andrew.baker@hcs.k12.in.us) VOLLEYBALL - Jeff Stanner (jeff.stanner@hcs.k12.in.us)

We have some NEW Hamilton apparel available! Lots a different styles and color options for all! 💙 Thank you to our local boutique, Twelve Twenty Tees, for being so easy to work with, flexible, and welcoming! They’re located right in town next to the Police Station 🎉 ****10% of all sales will be donated and split between our Hamilton Elementary PTO and Jr/Sr High Booster Club! 🥳 Eat Local💙 Shop Local💙 Enroll Local 💙 https://twelvetwentytees.com/collections/hamilton-marine-spirit-gear?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR1Gyb2csPigQLvgy28T1IqzWlmOJ7Iej_6GnjuvIx4C3-10e0qHdaK9GkA_aem_ZmFrZWR1bW15MTZieXRlcw

HCS summer conditioning begins Monday, June 10th. 7:30am-8:30am - Veterans who have completed the initial BFS program. 8:30am-9:15am - Rookies who need to complete the initial BFS program. Varsity Coaches: BASE/WBB - Justin McKnight (justin.mcknight@hcs.k12.in.us) MBB - Chase Holden (chase.holden@hcs.k12.in.us) WBB - Taylor Brown (taylor.brown@hcs.k12.in.us) XC - Kody Ahrens (kody.ahrens@hcs.k12.in.us) GOLF - Brad Hennessey (brad.hennessey@hcs.k12.in.us) SOFTBALL - Brittany Taylor (brittany.taylor@hcs.k12.in.us) TRACK & FIELD - Andrew Baker (andrew.baker@hcs.k12.in.us) VOLLEYBALL - Jeff Stanner (jeff.stanner@hcs.k12.in.us)

Happy Summer Marines! This is a reminder that Spring Sports awards ceremony for varsity teams (Baseball, Softball, Track & Field) will take place Monday, June 3rd at 6pm in the cafeteria. Men's Basketball open gym will begin Monday, June 3rd at 3:00pm-5:00pm. The HCS conditioning program will begin on June 10th with two sessions. - Session I (Veterans) is open to all 6-12 students who have been through the Bigger, Faster, Stronger (BFS) initial program. This session is from 7:30am-8:30am. - Session II (Rookies) is open to all 6-12 students who have NOT been through the Bigger, Faster, Stronger (BFS) program. This session is geared toward learning the movements of BFS. This session is from 8:30am-9:15am. Go Marines!

AT&T Wireless cell users should be able to call Hamilton Community Schools now. Thank you for your patience as we worked through this issue.

We are aware that AT&T Wireless cell users are currently unable to call Hamilton Community Schools. We are actively working with our phone provider and AT&T to identify the cause and resolve the issue as soon as possible.

All incoming Kindergarten students are encouraged to attend our free K Camp this summer held at Hamilton School. K Camp takes place June 3-21 from 8:30-12pm Monday-Friday. Thank you to the Steuben County Literacy Coalition for making this possible! Registration link below ⬇️ https://forms.gle/jnMPQ5MPWBFk3V7a7

The Elementary award ceremony will take place this coming Tuesday, May 28. If your child is receiving an award, you will have an invitation sent home. Please check your child's book bag. If you are unsure if your child is receiving an award, feel free to call the office at 260-488-2101 this morning after 7am. We do have additional invitations coming home today due to grades not being due until yesterday. -AM PreK, Kindergarten-2nd 8:30am -PM PreK, 3rd-5th 1:45pm Enter at door 8. Thank you!

The Marines (4-15) ended their season against Elkhart Christian at the IHSAA Sectional hosted by Fremont. Thank you to senior Chase Olson and foreign exchange student Rafael Darini.

Cameron Medical Group will be hosting a sports physical clinic at Hamilton HS for all middle school and high school student-athletes on Tuesday, May 28. All student-athletes looking to participate in athletics in the 2024-2025 school year must have a valid physical on file. Schedule your appointment today by calling 260-667-5774 or email (kcaswell@cameronmch.com). Thank you!

The Marines (4-14) were victorious in their last home game of the season against the Central Noble Cougars reserve varsity team. The Marines will be back in action on Wednesday night when they travel to Fremont to face Elkhart Christian at 5:30pm.