📣🗓️ May Testing Dates Are Here! 🗓️📣
We’re sharing our May testing schedule (see graphic below 👇), and we want all students and families to be prepared and ready!
📌 Please mark your calendars and make sure students are present on their assigned testing day. Attendance is extremely important, and being prepared helps everyone feel confident and successful!
✅ Testing Day Checklist
✔️ Charge your computer the night before
🔌 Bring your charger to school
😴 Get a good night’s sleep
🥞 Eat a healthy breakfast
⏰ Arrive on time and ready to focus
💪 Come with a positive mindset
We know our students are capable of amazing things, and we can’t wait to see them shine! 🌟⚡
Families — thank you for your support in helping students be prepared, present, and ready to do their best. Let’s make May a strong finish to a great year! ❤️⚡📚✨
We’re sharing our May testing schedule (see graphic below 👇), and we want all students and families to be prepared and ready!
📌 Please mark your calendars and make sure students are present on their assigned testing day. Attendance is extremely important, and being prepared helps everyone feel confident and successful!
✅ Testing Day Checklist
✔️ Charge your computer the night before
🔌 Bring your charger to school
😴 Get a good night’s sleep
🥞 Eat a healthy breakfast
⏰ Arrive on time and ready to focus
💪 Come with a positive mindset
We know our students are capable of amazing things, and we can’t wait to see them shine! 🌟⚡
Families — thank you for your support in helping students be prepared, present, and ready to do their best. Let’s make May a strong finish to a great year! ❤️⚡📚✨
Happy Administrative Professionals Day to the incredible women who keep our front office at HMSHS running smoothly every single day!
Your organization, dedication, and positive energy are the backbone of everything we do. From greeting visitors with a smile to keeping things on track behind the scenes, your work never goes unnoticed.
Thank you for all the ways you support our team and make HMSHS a better place. We truly appreciate you today and every day!
Your organization, dedication, and positive energy are the backbone of everything we do. From greeting visitors with a smile to keeping things on track behind the scenes, your work never goes unnoticed.
Thank you for all the ways you support our team and make HMSHS a better place. We truly appreciate you today and every day!
Reminder for families: Wednesday, April 22, is a half day for students.
Parents and guardians can view school start and end times here: https://5il.co/3mw28
For questions, please contact your child’s school.
#WeAreNassau
Parents and guardians can view school start and end times here: https://5il.co/3mw28
For questions, please contact your child’s school.
#WeAreNassau
Thank you to the businesses that came out and participated in the HMSHS Career Fair. Junior and Seniors had the opportunity to introduce themselves to employers and get information on a variety of careers including law enforcement, military, medical, education, as well as a variety of trades. As always, we appreciate our community stepping up to encourage our students and give them opportunities to explore options for their future!
Purple Up! Today, Wednesday, April 15, 2026, by wearing purple as a visible way to show support for military families. The color purple was chosen because it symbolizes all branches of the military.
Looking to join the #1 school district in Florida?
Nassau County School District invites educators interested in teaching in Nassau County to connect with school principals at our upcoming Nassau Schools Showcase. This is your opportunity to introduce yourself, share your resume, and begin building relationships with school leaders across the district.
Meet our school and district leaders, experience what Nassau County has to offer, and take the first step toward future interview opportunities.
🔗 Learn more and let us know you will be there!
Mr. Conner’s Biology students are taking their learning to the next level! 🧪🔬 After recently completing their frog dissection, students are now diving deeper through a hands-on pig dissection.
These engaging lab experiences directly support our state science standards, giving students the opportunity to explore organ systems, compare structures, and truly understand how form and function work together in living organisms. By connecting classroom instruction to real-world application, students are strengthening critical thinking and analytical skills that are essential for mastery.
We are proud of the focus and dedication our students are showing as they prepare for the upcoming Biology EOC on May 11th. Opportunities like these help build the confidence and high level of performance we expect to see!
Keep up the great work, Flashes! 💪
These engaging lab experiences directly support our state science standards, giving students the opportunity to explore organ systems, compare structures, and truly understand how form and function work together in living organisms. By connecting classroom instruction to real-world application, students are strengthening critical thinking and analytical skills that are essential for mastery.
We are proud of the focus and dedication our students are showing as they prepare for the upcoming Biology EOC on May 11th. Opportunities like these help build the confidence and high level of performance we expect to see!
Keep up the great work, Flashes! 💪
🔥 HUGE CONGRATS TO OUR FLASHES ATHLETES! 🔥
We’re proud to announce the athletes who have officially qualified for Weightlifting Regionals 2026! 💪🏆 Your hard work, discipline, and dedication have paid off, and this is just the beginning.
👏 Shoutout to:
Evan Thomas
Aaron Page
Nate Boehmer
Cannon Smith
Jordan Faulkner
Cody Stivender
Gabe Holland
Brock McPherson
Jaxson Baker
Keep pushing, stay focused, and let’s make some noise at Regionals! 💥
We’re proud to announce the athletes who have officially qualified for Weightlifting Regionals 2026! 💪🏆 Your hard work, discipline, and dedication have paid off, and this is just the beginning.
👏 Shoutout to:
Evan Thomas
Aaron Page
Nate Boehmer
Cannon Smith
Jordan Faulkner
Cody Stivender
Gabe Holland
Brock McPherson
Jaxson Baker
Keep pushing, stay focused, and let’s make some noise at Regionals! 💥
Make plans to wear purple on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, as we continue our celebration of the Month of the Military Family.
Mr. West’s 6th Grade World History classes have been hard at work wrapping up their unit on China, Korea, and Japan—and what a creative finish it’s been!
To bring their learning to life, students took on a hands-on challenge inspired by the Great Wall. Each student designed and built their own box, which was then assembled with others to form a collaborative “mini Great Wall.” With only minimal materials provided, students were encouraged to think creatively and gather additional resources to enhance their designs.
This project wasn’t just about building—it was about understanding. Through the activity, students explored a key concept in history: civilizations flourish or struggle based on their access to resources, and trade plays a crucial role in obtaining what they need to thrive. By experiencing limitations firsthand, students gained a deeper appreciation for how geography, resource availability, and innovation shaped ancient societies.
Great work to all of our young historians for their creativity, teamwork, and thoughtful connections to the past!
To bring their learning to life, students took on a hands-on challenge inspired by the Great Wall. Each student designed and built their own box, which was then assembled with others to form a collaborative “mini Great Wall.” With only minimal materials provided, students were encouraged to think creatively and gather additional resources to enhance their designs.
This project wasn’t just about building—it was about understanding. Through the activity, students explored a key concept in history: civilizations flourish or struggle based on their access to resources, and trade plays a crucial role in obtaining what they need to thrive. By experiencing limitations firsthand, students gained a deeper appreciation for how geography, resource availability, and innovation shaped ancient societies.
Great work to all of our young historians for their creativity, teamwork, and thoughtful connections to the past!
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📣❤️ HMSHS Mascot Cheer Sign-Ups Are OPEN! ❤️📣
Get ready to bring the spirit and make Hilliard flashes PROUD! 🎉 Elementary students are invited to join us for an exciting mascot cheer experience during the 26/27 HMSHS Varsity Football Season!
Participants will:
✨ Attend a 2-day summer camp
✨ Learn fun cheers & practice stunts
✨ Build confidence & teamwork skills
✨ Make new friends and unforgettable memories
Don’t miss this high-energy opportunity to be part of the game day excitement! 🏈📣
#HMSHS #MascotCheer #SchoolSpirit #FutureFlashes
It’s Assistant Principals Week, and we are proud to celebrate the very best—Mrs. Smith! 🎉
Her unwavering commitment to excellence, visionary leadership, and student-centered focus continue to inspire our entire school community. Mrs. Smith leads with integrity, fosters a culture of collaboration, and champions innovation to ensure that every student at HMSHS has the opportunity to thrive.
We are deeply grateful for the passion and dedication she brings each day in support of our faculty, staff, and students. Her leadership empowers others, builds capacity, and drives our shared mission of academic success and personal growth.
Thank you, Mrs. Smith, for being an exceptional educational leader and for making HMSHS a place where excellence happens every day!
Her unwavering commitment to excellence, visionary leadership, and student-centered focus continue to inspire our entire school community. Mrs. Smith leads with integrity, fosters a culture of collaboration, and champions innovation to ensure that every student at HMSHS has the opportunity to thrive.
We are deeply grateful for the passion and dedication she brings each day in support of our faculty, staff, and students. Her leadership empowers others, builds capacity, and drives our shared mission of academic success and personal growth.
Thank you, Mrs. Smith, for being an exceptional educational leader and for making HMSHS a place where excellence happens every day!
📢✏️ SAT School Day at HMSHS ✏️📢
Mark your calendars! All 11th grade students will participate in the SAT on Thursday, April 9 right here at HMSHS.
✅ No registration required
✅ No cost for juniors
💻 What to Bring:
• A fully charged computer + charger
• Your own calculator
📌 Important Reminders:
• Testing will be digital using Bluebook on ClassLink
• Open Bluebook the day before to install updates and restart your device
• Make sure your computer is fully charged on test day
• Visit collegeboard.org for practice resources
🚨 After Testing Dismissal:
Students who plan to leave after the test must turn in a parent note to Mrs. Hodges by April 7th.
Students will NOT be allowed to leave campus without a note.
Let’s be prepared and ready to do our best—good luck, juniors! 💪📘
Mark your calendars! All 11th grade students will participate in the SAT on Thursday, April 9 right here at HMSHS.
✅ No registration required
✅ No cost for juniors
💻 What to Bring:
• A fully charged computer + charger
• Your own calculator
📌 Important Reminders:
• Testing will be digital using Bluebook on ClassLink
• Open Bluebook the day before to install updates and restart your device
• Make sure your computer is fully charged on test day
• Visit collegeboard.org for practice resources
🚨 After Testing Dismissal:
Students who plan to leave after the test must turn in a parent note to Mrs. Hodges by April 7th.
Students will NOT be allowed to leave campus without a note.
Let’s be prepared and ready to do our best—good luck, juniors! 💪📘
Limited amount of yearbooks left! Also, the preorder for yearbooks will end in 28 DAYS on April 30th. Once the yearbooks are sold out, we will be unable to reorder so DON'T WAIT!
Mrs. Taylor’s Geometry class in action! 📐✨
Some days, geometry looks like notes, guided instruction, and hands-on activities as students explore new concepts. Other days, it’s all about problem solving in the Math Nation book followed by exciting review games like Blooket for a little friendly competition! 🎮
No matter the format, our students are working hard and staying focused as they prepare for the BEST Geometry EOC on May 8, 2026. We are proud of their effort and dedication!
Be on the lookout for more information about the upcoming Geometry EOC Boot Camp that Mrs. Taylor has planned to help students feel confident and ready! 💪📊
Some days, geometry looks like notes, guided instruction, and hands-on activities as students explore new concepts. Other days, it’s all about problem solving in the Math Nation book followed by exciting review games like Blooket for a little friendly competition! 🎮
No matter the format, our students are working hard and staying focused as they prepare for the BEST Geometry EOC on May 8, 2026. We are proud of their effort and dedication!
Be on the lookout for more information about the upcoming Geometry EOC Boot Camp that Mrs. Taylor has planned to help students feel confident and ready! 💪📊
April is the Month of the Military Family! The Month of the Military Family in Florida gives communities an opportunity to emphasize and recognize the sacrifices of military families.
📈✨ Algebra in Action in Mrs. Musgrove’s Class! ✨📈
There is great learning and engagement happening in Mrs. Musgrove’s Algebra classroom! Students are actively exploring exponential functions as they work toward mastering key concepts aligned with the standards.
Through focused instruction and meaningful practice, students are learning how to graph exponential functions from tables, equations, and written descriptions, while identifying important key features. They are also building a deeper understanding by classifying functions as exponential growth or decay.
Students began with their weekly bell ringer to reinforce prior knowledge, followed by interactive notes on “Key Features of Exponential Functions,” which they added to their math notebooks as a resource for continued learning.
With active engagement, hands-on note-taking, and strong mathematical discourse, students are developing the skills and confidence they need to succeed. This intentional instruction is preparing them for success on the BEST Algebra test coming up on May 8, 2026—we know they are going to do an amazing job! 💪📊
There is great learning and engagement happening in Mrs. Musgrove’s Algebra classroom! Students are actively exploring exponential functions as they work toward mastering key concepts aligned with the standards.
Through focused instruction and meaningful practice, students are learning how to graph exponential functions from tables, equations, and written descriptions, while identifying important key features. They are also building a deeper understanding by classifying functions as exponential growth or decay.
Students began with their weekly bell ringer to reinforce prior knowledge, followed by interactive notes on “Key Features of Exponential Functions,” which they added to their math notebooks as a resource for continued learning.
With active engagement, hands-on note-taking, and strong mathematical discourse, students are developing the skills and confidence they need to succeed. This intentional instruction is preparing them for success on the BEST Algebra test coming up on May 8, 2026—we know they are going to do an amazing job! 💪📊
Mr. Conner’s Biology students have been diving into an engaging, hands-on learning experience as they took on their frog dissection labs! 🐸🔬
Through this interactive investigation, students are applying key concepts in anatomy and physiology, identifying major organ systems, and analyzing the relationships between structure and function. This lab provides an authentic opportunity for students to practice scientific inquiry, develop critical thinking skills, and reinforce content vocabulary in a meaningful, real-world context.
By actively engaging in the dissection process, students are aligning their learning with state science standards, particularly in the areas of organismal structure, biological organization, and the use of scientific tools and techniques. These experiences support mastery of essential benchmarks and promote deeper conceptual understanding beyond traditional instruction.
As we prepare for the upcoming Biology assessment on May 11th, opportunities like this are instrumental in building confidence and competence. Hands-on labs help solidify foundational knowledge, enhance retention, and allow students to make connections that will support their success on standardized assessments.
Check out our Flashes in action as they explore, collaborate, and grow as young scientists! 🧪✨
Through this interactive investigation, students are applying key concepts in anatomy and physiology, identifying major organ systems, and analyzing the relationships between structure and function. This lab provides an authentic opportunity for students to practice scientific inquiry, develop critical thinking skills, and reinforce content vocabulary in a meaningful, real-world context.
By actively engaging in the dissection process, students are aligning their learning with state science standards, particularly in the areas of organismal structure, biological organization, and the use of scientific tools and techniques. These experiences support mastery of essential benchmarks and promote deeper conceptual understanding beyond traditional instruction.
As we prepare for the upcoming Biology assessment on May 11th, opportunities like this are instrumental in building confidence and competence. Hands-on labs help solidify foundational knowledge, enhance retention, and allow students to make connections that will support their success on standardized assessments.
Check out our Flashes in action as they explore, collaborate, and grow as young scientists! 🧪✨
✍️✨ BEST Writing Testing – Own Your Epic in Action! ✨✍️
📅 Thursday, April 2, 2026
👩🎓👨🎓 All 6th–10th Grade Students
It’s time to step up and OWN YOUR EPIC IN ACTION! 🚀🔥
The BEST Writing Test is your opportunity to show your voice, your growth, and your brilliance. This is YOUR moment to shine!
🌟 Be Test-Ready Like a Champion! 🌟
✅ Charge your computer the night before
🔌 Bring your charger to school
😴 Get a good night’s sleep
🥞 Eat a healthy breakfast
⏰ Arrive on time and ready to focus
💪 Come with a positive mindset
This is more than a test — it’s your chance to demonstrate your creativity, critical thinking, and confidence. 📖✨
We believe in you. Now it’s your turn to believe in yourself and Own Your Epic in Action! 💥🏆
Let’s make Thursday amazing! ✍️
📅 Thursday, April 2, 2026
👩🎓👨🎓 All 6th–10th Grade Students
It’s time to step up and OWN YOUR EPIC IN ACTION! 🚀🔥
The BEST Writing Test is your opportunity to show your voice, your growth, and your brilliance. This is YOUR moment to shine!
🌟 Be Test-Ready Like a Champion! 🌟
✅ Charge your computer the night before
🔌 Bring your charger to school
😴 Get a good night’s sleep
🥞 Eat a healthy breakfast
⏰ Arrive on time and ready to focus
💪 Come with a positive mindset
This is more than a test — it’s your chance to demonstrate your creativity, critical thinking, and confidence. 📖✨
We believe in you. Now it’s your turn to believe in yourself and Own Your Epic in Action! 💥🏆
Let’s make Thursday amazing! ✍️
✂️🪨📄 Everyone loves a good game of Rock, Paper, Scissors! 📄🪨✂️
In Mrs. McKelvy’s 7th grade math class, students are taking this classic game to the next level by using it to explore experimental probability!
By playing multiple rounds and carefully recording their results, students are discovering how often rock, paper, and scissors actually occur. They are then comparing their findings to the theoretical probability, which predicts that each option should appear one-third of the time in a fair game.
This engaging, hands-on activity helps bring math to life as students see firsthand how real-world results connect to mathematical predictions. They’re also learning that the more trials they complete, the closer their experimental results tend to get to the theoretical probability.
Through teamwork, practice, and curiosity, our students are strengthening their mathematical thinking skills—all while having fun!
This kind of interactive learning is helping prepare our students for the FAST Math test coming up on May 12, 2026—and we just know they are going to ROCK it! 🎉📊
In Mrs. McKelvy’s 7th grade math class, students are taking this classic game to the next level by using it to explore experimental probability!
By playing multiple rounds and carefully recording their results, students are discovering how often rock, paper, and scissors actually occur. They are then comparing their findings to the theoretical probability, which predicts that each option should appear one-third of the time in a fair game.
This engaging, hands-on activity helps bring math to life as students see firsthand how real-world results connect to mathematical predictions. They’re also learning that the more trials they complete, the closer their experimental results tend to get to the theoretical probability.
Through teamwork, practice, and curiosity, our students are strengthening their mathematical thinking skills—all while having fun!
This kind of interactive learning is helping prepare our students for the FAST Math test coming up on May 12, 2026—and we just know they are going to ROCK it! 🎉📊
