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FOX FACTS

August 26, 2026

HMS WEEKLY NEWSLETTER

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Fox Facts is a weekly newsletter published by HMS. It includes important information related to school activities, programs, and events.

Important Dates and Events


August 27: Back to School Night

August 28: Minimum Day

August 31: NWEA Math

September 1: NWEA English

September 2: NWEA Science

September 7: Labor Day - No School

September 11: 7th and 8th Grade Dance

September 14-18: 8th Grade Outdoor Ed (Pali)

September 22: PTA Meeting in Cafeteria

September 24: Noontime Fun

September 25: 6th Grade Dance

September 28-October 2: 7th Grade Outdoor Ed (El Capitan)


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PRINCIPAL'S MESSAGE

HMS Families,


Last week’s Spirit Week brought so much energy and fun to campus, and it was wonderful to see our Foxes, both students and staff alike, embrace each day’s theme. A big thank you to ASB for starting the year with such a spirited celebration of our school community.


We’re looking forward to welcoming families to campus tomorrow evening for Back to School Night! Students will complete a personalized schedule handout during homeroom tomorrow to bring home and use as your guide for the evening. You can also find a copy of the handout here. We hope you enjoy meeting your child’s teachers, visiting classrooms, and getting a glimpse into their day-to-day experience at HMS.


I’d also like to thank our San Marino Unified School District Board of Education for giving us the opportunity to share highlights from our successful opening of schools at yesterday evening’s board meeting. We are incredibly proud of the way our students, staff, and families have come together to begin our 2026–2027 school year.


Looking ahead, students will participate in NWEA testing next week. On Friday families will receive additional information through ParentSquare regarding the assessment and schedule.


Finally, a reminder that this Friday is a minimum day, so please plan accordingly for the earlier dismissal.


We look forward to seeing you tomorrow night. Go Foxes!


Best,

Michelle Cota

Principal, Huntington Middle School

STAFF INTERVIEW -

Tell us why you became a teacher.

Ms. Prado chose to become a Special Education teacher at Huntington Middle School because she loves the rewarding feeling of teaching and empowering her special education students to advocate for themselves. She also enjoys teaching all of the subjects to her students and teaching them new things.

Written by Ruth Duarte-Brannstorm 


How are you still committed to teaching and what makes you continue doing it?

Ms. Prado is very happy with what she does. She has taught special education at all grade levels including elementary school, high school, and now here at Huntington Middle School. Ms. Prado’s favorite part about teaching is seeing people’s academic skills and personalities excel in a positive way. 

Written by Chloe Tam


What can we find you doing outside of the classroom?

Outside of the classroom, Ms. Prado loves watching sports (Go Lakers!) and enjoys exercising. Ms. Prado is also very close to her family and someday wants to visit Fiji to swim with sharks. 

Written by Lucy Pastre


BACK TO SCHOOL NIGHT

IMPORTANT LINKS

Absence Form - to report an absence


Bell schedule - info on the various bell schedules


Fall Sports Registration - info on registering for Fall Sports (Intramural Flag Football, Intramural Girls Volleyball, Intramural Hip Hop Dance, Travel Cross Country, Travel Tennis, Travel Wrestling


Fox Guide - HMS Handbook, everything you need to know


Locker FAQ - frequently asked questions related to the removal of the HMS lockers.


Outdoor Education - info on 6th-8th grade outdoor ed trips


PE Clothes - to purchase PE clothes required for 7th and 8th grade only


Spirit Gear - to purchase HMS logo'ed clothing



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