Holmes Middle School

Come join us for a fun night of family fitness. When: Wednesday, April 2 Time: 6:00-7:00 p.m. Where: Holmes Gym At This Event: Pick up your child's report card. Talk with your child's teachers. Get information about fitness and health. The following community representatives will be available for questions and information: Crossfit Echo NC Reps Pro Therapy Concepts Prizes will be given away including a FitBit Healthy Snacks will be provided.

Mark those calendars! Spring picture day is April 2nd!

Calling all involved and caring parents & guardians!!! We need all hands on deck for EOG testing to run smoothly!!

IMMUNIZATION REQUIREMENTS *SEE ATTACHED FLYER Attention Rising 7th Grade student: All North Carolina 7th grade students are required to obtain the TDaP and meningococcal vaccines. This immunization requirement is due NO LATER than September 23, 2025. Please make plans for your child to obtain these immunizations this summer by contacting your child's health care provider or the Rockingham County Health Department. Also, discuss with your healthcare provider the other recommended adolescent immunizations that may benefit your student. Once completed, please submit the record to school. For questions, please contact your school nurse.

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Weekly Updates, 3/24 📣 Exciting Updates from Our Mustang Family! 🐴✨ Attention Rising 7th Grade student: All North Carolina 7th grade students are required to obtain the TDaP and meningococcal vaccines. This immunization requirement is due NO LATER than September 23, 2025. Please make plans for your child to obtain these immunizations this summer by contacting your child's health care provider or the Rockingham County Health Department. Also, discuss with your healthcare provider the other recommended adolescent immunizations that may benefit your student. Once completed, please submit the record to school. For questions, please contact our school nurse, Kase Mitchell at kmitchell@rock.k12.nc.us This Week: March ☘️ 3/24- End of the 3rd 9 weeks 3/24-25: 8th Grade Field Trip to Outer Banks (Meet at 5:15am)! 3/25- FCA’s monthly youth service is Tuesday March 25th after school at First Baptist Church. There will be games, a message and a free dinner. If you need a ride, pick up a permission slip from the front office or Ms. Huovinen's room in the elective hall. Be sure to invite a friend! 3/26- STEAM Club with Mr. Conkle 3/27- PBIS Celebration #3 3/27- Early Release for students at 1:30pm 3/28- Teacher Workday, no school for students Upcoming Dates: April 🐇 4/1- Last day to order a yearbook 4/2-Girl’s Soccer away at Dillard Middle. Match starts at 4:00 p.m. -Volleyball away at Dillard Middle. Match starts at 4:15 -Baseball home against Dillard Middle. Game starts at 4:15 p.m. 4/3- Come join in the fun with some STEAM activities that are creative and hands on! This week's session is all about creating a mini golf course with Mrs. Huss and Mrs. Williams! See you on Thursday, April 3rd 3:45-4:45! Permission forms are in the office for you to sign up for many other fun sessions! 4/3-Girls Soccer away at Reidsville Middle. Match starts at 4:00 p.m. -Volleyball away at Reidsville Middle. Match starts at 4:15 -Baseball home against Reidsville Middle. Game starts at 4:15 p.m. 4/7-Girl’s Soccer home against Western Rock Middle. Match starts at 4:00 p.m. -Volleyball home against Western Rock Middle. Match starts at 4:15 -Baseball away at Western Rock Middle. Game starts at 4:15 p.m. 4/9-Golf away at Eagle Hills Golf Course -Track at Reidsville High School 4/8- Spring Picture Day 4/10- 7th Grade NC A & T Visit -Girl’s Soccer away at Rock Middle. Match starts at 4:00 p.m. -Volleyball away at Rock Middle. Match starts at 4:15 -Baseball home against Rock Middle. Game starts at 4:15 p.m. *Eighth Grade Night 4/11- Early Release 4/14-21- Spring Break!

NEW STEAM Club Please check out this STEAM club flyer. These are available in the front office! Do not delay, it starts 3/20 with Mr. Crigger's Historical building builds!

Phones are working again!!

We must have a prankster leprechaun 🍀. Our phone lines are currently down. I'll share more information as it becomes available.

Bus 77- Running Late Top of the morning to you! Bus 77 is running late.

Updates for 3/17 📣 Exciting Updates from Our Mustang Family! 🐴✨ The last day to purchase your 2024 - 2025 Mustang yearbook will be April 1st. If we reach our goal in sales, the yearbook staff will host a signing party in the art room! Get your book today to have these memories forever. This Week: March ☘️ 3/17-Girls Soccer home against Dillard Middle. Match starts at 4:00 p.m. -Volleyball home against Dillard Middle. Match starts at 4:15 -Baseball away at Dillard Middle. Game starts at 4:15 p.m. 3/17- Major Clarity (a new NC law that students must start goal planning for a future after highschool) presentation for all 7th grade students during Social Studies class 3/18- 8th graders- IB Reidsville High School IB- Zoom before 1st Core, More details here: https://www.rock.k12.nc.us/o/rhs/page/ib-program/ 3/18- 3/17- Major Clarity (a new NC law that students must start goal planning for a future after highschool) presentation for all 7th grade students during Science class 3/20-Girl’s Soccer home against Rock Middle. Match starts at 4:00 p.m. -Volleyball home against Rock Middle. Match starts at 4:15 -Baseball away at Rock Middle. Game starts at 4:15 p.m. 3/21-Candy Sales PTSO UNC/Duke Fieldtrip (Permission forms went out last week for students who earned this).

Bus 343 Good Morning, Mustang Family. I hope you are doing well this morning and had an outstanding weekend. I just wanted to let you know that Bus 343 is running late this morning. I'm so sorry for the inconvenience. Have a wonderful day. Sincerely, Mr. Lee

Happy School Social Worker’s Week!! We want to thank our School, Social Worker, Mrs. Boykin, for everything that she does for our students. Her dedication, kindness and support truly make a difference in the lives of our students. It’s clear that the kids love her and feel comfortable turning to her for help and guidance. Her ability to connect with them and provide a safe and caring space is truly remarkable. Thank you, Mrs. Boykin for all of your hard work that you put in, day in and day out, to make our school a positive and supportive environment for every student. You are making an impact and it’s deeply appreciated by both the students and the entire school community!!

🏅 Nathaniel Millner, Holmes Classified of the Year: Mr. Millner is a cornerstone of our Holmes family, having served our school with dedication for over 20 years. He builds meaningful relationships with students and families, providing guidance and encouragement inside and outside the classroom. He supports our students not only during the school day but also after school through the SOS program. His impact extends throughout the hallways, where he motivates students to do their very best. We are so grateful for his commitment to our students' success! 🏫💬💙 Mr. Millner embodies the spirit of Holmes Middle School—dedicated, positive, and always putting students first. Thank you for all that you do to make Holmes such a special place! 🐴✨👏

Congrats to our Holmes Teacher of the Year, Mrs. Evans! 🌟 Congrats to Mrs. Evans, Teacher of the Year 2025🌟 Our teachers at Holmes Middle School go above and beyond every day to support students, families, and one another. We are so proud to recognize Mrs. Evans as Teacher of the Year! 🎉🐴 🍎 Brittany Evans: Mrs. Evans is an exceptional leader and team player. She works tirelessly not only for her students but for her colleagues as well. This year, she has led the math team with grace and dedication. When Mr. Epling retired, she stepped up without hesitation, ensuring his students continued to receive high-quality instruction. She has been teaching his math classes in addition to her own, all while offering support to her teammates and other students across the school. Mrs. Evans is someone you can always count on—whether it's answering an email, covering a class, or lending a helping hand. She is deeply invested in the success of every student, and her positive attitude and warm smile brighten our halls. Beyond the classroom, she is heavily involved in extracurriculars, including gate duty, Student Council fundraisers, and school dances. Mrs. Evans truly wears many hats, and her commitment to Holmes Middle School is unmatched! 💙📚👩‍🏫

It's Read Across America Week! Dr. Bailey has been visiting our local Elementary Schools getting them excited about tomorrow's Future Mustang visits!

Mrs. Wright took a group of talented singers to our All-County Chorus!! Congratulations!!!

Updates for 3/10 📣 Exciting Updates from Our Mustang Family! 🐴✨ Don’t forget to "Spring Forward" this weekend! Daylight Saving Time begins today, so be sure to set your clocks one hour ahead. Please check alarms and devices to ensure students arrive at school on time. Please remember that any outside food or drinks brought to school must be in a concealed container with no visible logos on cups or other packaging. Additionally, students are not allowed to use DoorDash or any other food delivery services during school hours. Thank you for your cooperation in helping us maintain a safe and orderly environment for all students! This past Friday, we practiced our tornado drill at school, and our students did a good job! As we prepare for all types of emergencies, we encourage families to review your home expectations in case of severe spring weather, such as a tornado. Thank you for partnering with us to keep our students safe! This Week: March ☘️ 3/10- Track Tryouts afterschool; must have a physical on file -Girl’s Soccer away at Western Rock Middle. Match starts at 4:00 p.m. -Volleyball away at Western Rock Middle. Match starts at 4:15 -Baseball away against Western Rock Middle. Game starts at 4:15 p.m. 3/11- Future Mustang Day! Rising 6th graders visit Holmes during the day and family visit at 6:00pm. 3/11- FCA’s monthly youth service is this Tuesday March 11th after school at First Baptist Church. If you need a ride, pick up a permission slip from the front office or Ms. Huovinen's room in the elective hall. Be sure to invite a friend! 3/14- Park’s Club Fieldtrip

Just wanted to share some highlights from the Career Lab this week. Happy Friday!

As a reminder the 15th Annual Catch the Reading Bug Community Reading Festival is Saturday, March 8, 2025 from 9 am - 2pm at Rockingham County Middle School!