May 10th, 2026

HCMS Mission Statement:



HCMS inspires, engages, and empowers all students in becoming creative problem solvers, active citizens, and life long learners through rigorous curriculum and relevant instruction within a supportive environment. 

Dear Parents and Guardians,

We are looking forward to another great week at Hampton Cove Middle School. We appreciate your continued support in helping our students stay engaged and involved both inside and outside the classroom.

Below are important dates and events for the week.

Monday, May 11

  • Volleyball Tryouts | 3:30pm to 5:30pm
  • Boys Soccer Banquet | 5:00–7:00 PM

Tuesday, May 12

  • Volleyball Tryouts | 3:30pm to 5:30pm
  • Choir Spring Concert | 6:00 PM | at Hampton Cove Middle School

Wednesday, May 13

  • Volleyball Tryouts | 3:30pm to 5:30pm
  • Track Party | 3:15–4:15 PM

Thursday, May 14

  • Volleyball Tryouts | 3:30pm to 5:30pm
  • Greenpower Nationals Field Trip

Friday, May 15

  • 8th Grade Field Day
  • Band Banquet | 6:00–9:00 PM | HCMS Cafeteria

Looking Ahead

  • May 18 – PBIS Reward Day (Dunk Tank)
  • May 19 – 6th Grade Awards | 11:00 AM
  • May 19 – 7th Grade Awards | 1:00 PM
  • May 20 – 8th Grade Awards | 9:00 AM


Thank you for being an important part of the Hampton Cove Middle School community. We look forward to another great week at HCMS!

With Bull Pride,

Hampton Cove Middle School Administration


Principal Martinez

kristopher.martinez@hsv-k12.org


Assistant Principal Lett

stephanie.lett@hsv-k12.org


Assistant Principal Moore

susan.moore@hsv-k12.org

Congratulations to our HCMS 8th grader, Alice Meko, on winning a State Championship!


Alice plays varsity tennis for Huntsville High School and recently captured the Line 6 Singles Title in Mobile, helping lead the HHS Girls Tennis Team to the 2026 7A State Championship and bringing home the Blue Map!


This marks the first state championship win for the Lady Panthers since 2015.


We are so proud of Alice and all of her hard work and dedication both on and off the court.


Go Big Red!

UNBELIEVE-A-BULL


Student Spotlights


These Bulls went above and beyond this week, showing kindness, leadership, and a true sense of community.



  • Victoria Casanova - Organized play-doh closet during club day cleanup.
  • Abby Bicknell - Consistently kind to classmates and helpful with tasks.
  • Emmy Hamilton - Helped clean up a mess and assisted another student so they could get to lunch on time.
  • Kathryn Alcorn - Helped clean up after another student’s mess.
  • Callen Cluche - Made an effort to compliment everyone in the classroom.
  • Cora Young - Helped an injured student carry belongings and get to dismissal.
  • Kinsey Williams - Helped with everything needed during basketball season and always had a smile.


We are so proud to recognize students who step up, do the right thing, and help others without being asked.

A huge thank you to all of our staff and parent volunteers who helped make Friday night’s Sneaker Ball such a success!


Your time, energy, and support helped create a fun and memorable evening for our students. We truly appreciate everyone who pitched in to make the night so special. Thank you for all you do for HCMS and the HCMS PTA!



HCMS Staff Volunteers

Mrs. Fife

Mrs. Holiman

Mr. D. Johnson

Ms. Nevada

Mrs. Lisa

Mrs. Owings

Mr. Whitaker

Mrs. Moore

and

Mrs. Lett


Parent Volunteers

Philip Falkenburry

Jeramy Graham

Brittany Little

Kelsey Mann Long

Clayli Overstreet

Abby Overstreet

Lauren Schreiber

Kirstie Talbot

Michelle Kirk

and

Stephanie Graves

Yearbook Questions


If you have any questions about extra yearbooks, please email Mrs. Buchanan at suzanne.buchanan@hsv-k12.org or call the HCMS front office!


Medication Pick-Up Reminder


If your student has medication in the clinic, it must be signed out by a parent/guardian/adult no later than 10:00am on the last day of school, May 21, 2026.


Any medications not picked up by this time will be destroyed according to HCS policy and state and federal guidelines. Please contact the front office or clinic with any questions.

PBIS Games Day - Volunteers Needed!


Ever wanted to volunteer at HCMS but never had the chance? Now’s your moment! Join the PTA on Monday, May 18th for our exciting PBIS Rewards Day celebration.


We’re looking for volunteers to help supervise games, inflatables, snacks, and treats from 7:30 AM–12:30 PM.


No special skills are needed—just a willingness to help keep our students safe while they have fun.


Can’t stay the full time? Partial shifts may be available.


Sign up TODAY!


Thank you for supporting HCMS and helping make this a memorable day for our students. 


Go Bulls!

As we start looking ahead to next school year!


As we start looking ahead to next school year, getting your student a planner is a simple way to support organization and independence.


Planners help students keep up with assignments, tests, and activities, while learning important time management skills that will benefit them far beyond the classroom.


Click here to order now! 


Don’t have a SchoolsFee account? No problem! Just sign in as a guest and be sure to include your student’s name and homeroom teacher.


What you need to know about upcoming HCMS Sports tryouts and parent meetings.


Don’t miss it!


These tryouts are for rising 7th and 8th graders only.


All students MUST have a valid physical on file before the first day of tryouts. Physicals may be submitted either to the front office or directly to the coaches.


HCMS Volleyball



  • Tryouts: May 11 -15 from 3:30pm to 5:30pm



If you have any additional questions, please feel free to reach out to the coaches or HCMS Athletic Director, Ms. Hall, at alexandra.hall@hsv-k12.org.


Huntsville Baseball Panthers evaluations.


Huntsville Baseball Panthers will hold evaluations at the HHS Baseball Field.


Rising 7th through 9th graders will evaluate May 13 through May 15 from 4:00 to 6:30 PM.


Rising sophomores, juniors, and seniors will evaluate May 26 through May 28 from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM.


A current physical is required for participation.


Please register for evaluation here

Sports Physicals


All sport tryout at middle school or Huntsville High School requires an up-to-date physical (within one year) signed by an MD before a student is allowed to try out.


If you do not have time to visit your athlete’s doctor and get the form signed, here is a great alternative to make sure your athlete does not miss a tryout!


May 14, 2026 at 4:00 PM (doors open at 3:30 PM)


Cost is $10 cash only.

Golf Tryout Information for 2026-2027


Attention students interested in trying out for next year’s golf team! Students who are rising 7th graders and up are eligible to try out for next year’s team.


Tryout Dates:

  • Boys: Wednesday, May 20
  • Girls: Thursday, May 21


Time: 4:00–6:30 PM

  • (Please arrive by 3:40 PM for registration.)


Location: RTJ Hampton Cove short course and practice facilities


Cost: $25 cash only (includes one range token)


Important Reminders:

  • A current physical is required to participate — no exceptions.
  • Students must be academically eligible.
  • Players must bring their own clubs and golf balls.
  • No makeup dates will be offered.


For complete tryout details, requirements, and contact information.


FIND MORE INFORMATION


Best of luck to everyone trying out! There is 1 spot open on the boys’ team and 2 on the girls’ team.

Huntsville High School Big Red Volleyball Camp is back!


  • June 29–30, 2026,
  • 9:00 AM–12:00 PM
  • Huntsville High School Main Gym


Two mornings of fun, skill-building, and teamwork.


Open to girls and boys in grades 1–8.


Cost is $100 and includes a camp t-shirt.


Participants should bring knee pads and a water bottle.


Scan the QR code on the flyer to register now!


REGISTER TODAY

2025 - 2026 Bell Schedule

Alabama Pediatric Dental Associates & Orthodontics


Fleet Feet


Limbaugh Orthodontics, PC


Pylant Estate Law, LLC


R & D Electronics, Inc.


Short Stop


The Learning Experience 


Tiger-Rock Martial Arts

Alabama Colon & Gastro, PC


Hampton Cove Pediatric Dentistry


Kids Cove Pediatrics


Limbaugh & Stephenson Family & Implant Dentistry


New Hope Family Dentistry


Smart Alarm Solutions

Beyond Trash, LLC


Big Cove Decorating


Black Tie Moving


Bloom Dancewear


Brett Slaton Homes


Bricks and Minifigs


Buenavista Mexican Cantina


CCE Home Improvements & Fencing


Cochran Lawn Care, Landscaping & Holiday Lighting


Cooper Climate Control


Cove Martial Arts


Cove Monkey


Cove Pharmacy


Cove Telehealth for Women


Element Dance Company


Guntersville Chevrolet


Huntsville Hospital Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Dr. Atwez


Huntsville Track Club


Icon Athletics


Jefferson's of Hampton Cove


Jill's Studio of Dance


Johnson & Hayes Physical Therapy


Johnson Orthodontics


Jon Miller - ALFA Insurance


Katie Martin with Keller Williams Real Estate


Kelsey Mann Real Estate Team at Keller Williams


Knapp Orthodontics


Lindsey Holloway with Murphy Homes


Little Critters Pediatric Dentistry



Mathnasium of Huntsville


Minuteman Press


Mountain View Family Dentistry


NXTSTEP Family Law


Paula Mahalik - Realtor, Keller Williams Huntsville


Playful Notes Piano Studio


Pope Family Dentistry


Rocket City Toys


Salon Allure


Salon Studio Nails and Spa


Shalu Holman, Engel & Volkers


Sign Gypsies of Lake Guntersville 


Spitz - Big Cove Mediterranean Street Food


Stars and Strikes


Swift Recovery


Tortora's Casual Italian Dining


Valley Conservatory


We Rock the Spectrum Kids Gym


Whitesburg Pediatric Dentistry



Yoshi Fusion

We are grateful to our Community Partners for their generous contributions—whether through financial support, event donations, or time spent with our students. Their commitment plays an integral role in the success of all three Hampton Cove-area schools. We proudly spotlight our Community Partners to thank them for the vital impact they make in our school community.

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HCS to Go Phone-Free Starting 2025-2026 School Year


To ensure compliance with Alabama's new Focus Act which prevents cell phone use in public schools, HCS will be phone-free starting this upcoming school year.

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