Holmes Middle School

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!

Attention 8th Grade Families, The Morehead High School Student Health Center will offer free sports physicals to rising 9th graders on Tuesday, March 25th immediately following school. Students must have a signed Student Health Center consent and a completed sports physical form in order to attend. The required packet can be picked up in the main office at Holmes Middle School. For more information, plase contact the Morehead SHC at 336-623-3699. We understand that there will be conflicts with this date due to the 8th grade Outer Banks field trip; therefore, there are three other dates that you may take advantage of at other high schools within Rockingham County. Please see the attached flyer containing all four high school's dates. We plan to offer free sports physicals at a later date for our current 6th and 7th graders, along with rising 6th graders. Additional details will be forthcoming. Best Regards, Nurse Mitchell

Updates for 3/3 📣 Exciting Updates from Our Mustang Family! 🐴✨ Calendar Updates (Please see the attached new calendar): To summarize these changes: -March 26th is now a full school day. -March 27th is now an early release day. -March 28th stays a Teacher Workday. This Week: March ☘️ 3/3-Parent Baseball Mtg at 5pm and Parent Golf Mtg at 5:30pm 3/4- 8th Grade Beach Parent Meeting, 5:30pm, Media Center 3/5- 6th and 7th grade students: Holmes Registration forms DUE back at school Upcoming Dates: 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 home 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 parent visit at 6:00pm. 3/14- Park’s Club Fieldtrip 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. 3/20-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. 3/23- End of the 3rd 9 weeks 3/24-25: 8th Grade Field Trip to Outer Banks 3/26- PBIS Celebration #3 3/27- Early Release for students at 1:30pm 3/28- Teacher Workday, no school for students

Our teachers are working hard learning and being teacher leaders at the RCS Teaching & Learning sessions today!

Louis Armstrong #blackhistorymonth

📢 Important RCS Traditional Calendar Update! 📢 Due to recent weather delays and cancellations, adjustments have been made to the remainder of the 2024-2025 traditional school calendar. We appreciate your patience and understanding as we work to ensure all instructional time is accounted for. The updated calendar can be found at https://www.rock.k12.nc.us/o/rcs/page/calendar

Save those precious memories! Reserve your yearbook today for $40. Available until April 1st!

James Baldwin #blackhistorymonth

Quarter Auction Come join the fun with this high-energy fundraising event sponsored by our volleyball team! Bring quarters for you to bid on the items you want to win. NO bid over 4 quarters, most items are auctioned at 1-2 quarters. They are sponsoring a Quarter Auction on Saturday, March 1 at Holmes Middle School cafeteria. Doors open at 12:30 p.m. and the auction starts at 1:00 p.m. See the attached flyer for more information. WE HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE!

📚🏆 RCS Battle of the Books Competition! 🏆📚 Get ready to cheer on our amazing students as they showcase their reading skills at the RCS Battle of the Books! Join us at Rockingham Community College (RCC) in the ADT building for this exciting event: 📅 March 3 – Elementary School (9:30 AM) 📅 March 4 – Middle School (9:30 AM) 📅 March 5 – High School (9:30 AM) Good luck to all our participants! #RCSBattleOfTheBooks #ReadersAreLeaders #RCSReads #BookBattle #AcademicExcellence

Friendly Reminder: This is TODAY for 8th Grade Early College Interested Families 📚 Rockingham County Schools Early College Info Session! 📚 Join us for a special Zoom meeting with Principal Laura Carter! 🗓 Date: February 24, 2025 🕒 Time: 6:00 PM (Eastern Time) 💻 Location: Virtual (Zoom) 🛠 Why Attend? Learn about the Rockingham County Schools Early College Program Discover how this opportunity can benefit your student’s future Get your questions answered directly from Principal Laura Carter 🔗 Join the Zoom Meeting: Click Here to Join OR https://rock-k12-nc-us.zoom.us/j/84277191429#success 📂 Meeting ID: 842 7719 1429 Don’t miss this chance to explore an exciting educational path for your student! We look forward to seeing you there! 🚀📚 #RCSFutureReady #EarlyCollege #OpportunitiesAwait

Frederick Douglas #blackhistorymonth

News for 2/24 📣 Exciting Updates from Our Mustang Family! 🐴✨ 📚 Rockingham County Schools Early College Info Session! 📚 Join us for a special Zoom meeting with Principal Laura Carter! 🗓 Date: February 24, 2025 🕒 Time: 6:00 PM (Eastern Time) 💻 Location: Virtual (Zoom) 🛠 Why Attend? Learn about the Rockingham County Schools Early College Program Discover how this opportunity can benefit your student’s future Get your questions answered directly from Principal Laura Carter 🔗 Join the Zoom Meeting: Click Here to Join OR https://rock-k12-nc-us.zoom.us/j/84277191429#success 📂 Meeting ID: 842 7719 1429 Don’t miss this chance to explore an exciting educational path for your student! We look forward to seeing you there! 🚀📚 #RCSFutureReady #EarlyCollege #OpportunitiesAwait This Week: February 💌 2/24- Parent Soccer/Volleyball Mtg, 5pm in media center 2/24- Early College Parent Zoom, 6pm 2/25- PTSO Mtg, 6pm- all are welcome! 2/25- FCA’s monthly youth service is after school at First Baptist Church. If you need a ride, pick up a permission slip from the front office or Ms. Huovinen. Be sure to invite a friend 2/27- Early Release 2/28- Teacher Workday, no school for students Upcoming Dates: March ☘️ 3/3-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. 3/6-Girl’s 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 Reidsvile Middle. Game starts at 4:15 p.m. 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 home 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 parent visit at 6:00pm. 3/14- Park’s Club Fieldtrip