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🧪🥤 Science is better when you can taste it!
Mrs. Russell’s 8th grade science students are learning how matter exists in three forms—solids, liquids, and gases—and how each state differs in shape and volume.
Students took their learning from the classroom to a hands-on Root Beer Float Lab, where they observed and identified the different states of matter while creating and enjoying their delicious floats!
This engaging activity helped students connect science concepts to a real-world experience, making learning both meaningful and delicious! 🔬✨
Mrs. Russell’s 8th grade science students are learning how matter exists in three forms—solids, liquids, and gases—and how each state differs in shape and volume.
Students took their learning from the classroom to a hands-on Root Beer Float Lab, where they observed and identified the different states of matter while creating and enjoying their delicious floats!
This engaging activity helped students connect science concepts to a real-world experience, making learning both meaningful and delicious! 🔬✨
Celebrate Freedom Week begins today.
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🎉 Congratulations Flashes! 🎉
Please join us in celebrating two outstanding members of the HMSHS family! ❤️⚡
🍎 Mrs. Wanda Saunders — HMSHS 2026–2027 Teacher of the Year!
Mrs. Saunders teaches High School ELA and brings dedication, passion, and a love of learning to her students each day. Her commitment to helping students grow and succeed makes a lasting impact, and we are so proud to celebrate this well-deserved honor!
🌟 Mrs. Molly Whittenburg — HMSHS 2026–2027 Non-Instructional Employee of the Year!
Mrs. Whittenburg works with our ACCESS students, providing care, support, and encouragement that makes a meaningful difference in the lives of our students and families. We are incredibly grateful for all she does and thrilled to celebrate this well-deserved recognition!
Please help us congratulate Mrs. Saunders and Mrs. Whittenburg on these wonderful accomplishments! ❤️⚡
Your dedication, compassion, and commitment to our students make HMSHS a special place. We are so proud of you both! 👏🎉
Congratulations, Mrs. Saunders and Mrs. Whittenburg! ❤️⚡
Please join us in celebrating two outstanding members of the HMSHS family! ❤️⚡
🍎 Mrs. Wanda Saunders — HMSHS 2026–2027 Teacher of the Year!
Mrs. Saunders teaches High School ELA and brings dedication, passion, and a love of learning to her students each day. Her commitment to helping students grow and succeed makes a lasting impact, and we are so proud to celebrate this well-deserved honor!
🌟 Mrs. Molly Whittenburg — HMSHS 2026–2027 Non-Instructional Employee of the Year!
Mrs. Whittenburg works with our ACCESS students, providing care, support, and encouragement that makes a meaningful difference in the lives of our students and families. We are incredibly grateful for all she does and thrilled to celebrate this well-deserved recognition!
Please help us congratulate Mrs. Saunders and Mrs. Whittenburg on these wonderful accomplishments! ❤️⚡
Your dedication, compassion, and commitment to our students make HMSHS a special place. We are so proud of you both! 👏🎉
Congratulations, Mrs. Saunders and Mrs. Whittenburg! ❤️⚡
🎨 Arts in Education Week | Day Five 🎨
What a fun week it has been celebrating the arts at HMSHS! ❤️⚡ From expressive self-portraits to creative fiber arts, our students have been exploring new techniques, developing their skills, and discovering just how many ways there are to express themselves through art.
Today, we’re highlighting Mrs. Fortier’s Fine Craft students as they explore the art of paper quilling! Students are learning to roll, shape, and arrange thin strips of paper into intricate designs, turning simple materials into beautiful works of art.
And this is just the beginning! Coming soon, students will apply their new paper-quilling skills to a larger choice-based project where they can use their creativity to develop their own unique designs.
Thank you to Nassau County for the One Mill contribution and the fantastic difference it is making on our campus. Our Art Lab is looking amazing, and the functional improvements are helping create a space where students can explore, learn, and make art.
What a fun week it has been celebrating the arts at HMSHS! ❤️⚡ From expressive self-portraits to creative fiber arts, our students have been exploring new techniques, developing their skills, and discovering just how many ways there are to express themselves through art.
Today, we’re highlighting Mrs. Fortier’s Fine Craft students as they explore the art of paper quilling! Students are learning to roll, shape, and arrange thin strips of paper into intricate designs, turning simple materials into beautiful works of art.
And this is just the beginning! Coming soon, students will apply their new paper-quilling skills to a larger choice-based project where they can use their creativity to develop their own unique designs.
Thank you to Nassau County for the One Mill contribution and the fantastic difference it is making on our campus. Our Art Lab is looking amazing, and the functional improvements are helping create a space where students can explore, learn, and make art.
🎭 Arts in Education Week | Day Four 🎭
Lights, camera, Flashes! ❤️⚡
Today, we’re celebrating Ms. Drake’s talented Theater students as they take the stage and bring their sonnets to life! From powerful voices and expressive performances to the confidence it takes to step into the spotlight, our students are showing us just how much creativity and talent lives on our campus.
And there’s something extra special about these photos—the stage our students are performing on was made possible through the Nassau County One Mill contribution! What was once an investment in our school has become a space where students can perform, create, collaborate, and discover their voices.
We are so thankful for the opportunities this investment provides our students and for the lasting impact it is making in the arts at HMSHS. We love seeing our Flashes shine! 🎭✨❤️⚡
Lights, camera, Flashes! ❤️⚡
Today, we’re celebrating Ms. Drake’s talented Theater students as they take the stage and bring their sonnets to life! From powerful voices and expressive performances to the confidence it takes to step into the spotlight, our students are showing us just how much creativity and talent lives on our campus.
And there’s something extra special about these photos—the stage our students are performing on was made possible through the Nassau County One Mill contribution! What was once an investment in our school has become a space where students can perform, create, collaborate, and discover their voices.
We are so thankful for the opportunities this investment provides our students and for the lasting impact it is making in the arts at HMSHS. We love seeing our Flashes shine! 🎭✨❤️⚡
📸 Arts in Education Week | Day Four 🎨
A photograph becomes so much more than a picture in Mrs. Fortier’s art classroom!
Students transformed favorite photographs of themselves into unique mixed-media artwork by embroidering directly onto their printed images. With colorful threads and a variety of stitches, they added patterns, embellishments, and expressive details that showcase their individual personalities and artistic styles.
This project is a wonderful example of how photography and fiber arts can come together to create something truly personal. We love seeing our students experiment with new techniques and discover creative ways to tell their stories!
Our Art Lab continues to be a beautiful and functional space for artistic exploration. Thank you to Nassau County for the One Mill contribution that has helped make these improvements possible. The difference this investment is making on our campus is fantastic!
A photograph becomes so much more than a picture in Mrs. Fortier’s art classroom!
Students transformed favorite photographs of themselves into unique mixed-media artwork by embroidering directly onto their printed images. With colorful threads and a variety of stitches, they added patterns, embellishments, and expressive details that showcase their individual personalities and artistic styles.
This project is a wonderful example of how photography and fiber arts can come together to create something truly personal. We love seeing our students experiment with new techniques and discover creative ways to tell their stories!
Our Art Lab continues to be a beautiful and functional space for artistic exploration. Thank you to Nassau County for the One Mill contribution that has helped make these improvements possible. The difference this investment is making on our campus is fantastic!
Today, we recognize Constitution Day.
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🎬⚡ HMSHS HOMECOMING PARADE INFORMATION ⚡🎬
🎥 ROLL THE CREDITS! 🎥
The HMSHS Homecoming Parade will be held on Friday, October 2 at 2:45 PM! 🎬📸⚡
🟥⬛⬜ EARLY RELEASE INFORMATION ⬜⬛🟥
If your child is not riding on a parade float and you choose to check them out for the parade, you MUST send in a handwritten note no later than Tuesday, September 29.
🎬 Early release notes will NOT be accepted after September 29.
The handwritten note must include:
• 🎥 Student’s first and last name
• ⏱️ Time the student needs to be released
• 📞 A phone number where we can call to verify the information
⚡ Please note:
• Students will not be allowed to leave before 1:00 PM.
• Students may only be released early with an approved handwritten note.
• If your child does not turn in a note, a parent/guardian must physically come to the front office to check them out and present a valid ID.
🎬 STAYING FOR THE SHOW? 🎬
Students who remain on campus will have the opportunity to watch the parade with their class before dismissal. 📸⚡
🎥🍿 For all Homecoming information, including details about this year’s “Roll the Credits” celebration, please visit: https://www.nassau.k12.fl.us/o/hmshs/page/homecoming-2026-2027
🟥⬛⬜ Lights. Camera. FLASHES! ⚡🎬📸
We can’t wait to celebrate Homecoming with our HMSHS students and families!
🎞️ ROLL THE CREDITS, FLASHES! ⚡
🎥 ROLL THE CREDITS! 🎥
The HMSHS Homecoming Parade will be held on Friday, October 2 at 2:45 PM! 🎬📸⚡
🟥⬛⬜ EARLY RELEASE INFORMATION ⬜⬛🟥
If your child is not riding on a parade float and you choose to check them out for the parade, you MUST send in a handwritten note no later than Tuesday, September 29.
🎬 Early release notes will NOT be accepted after September 29.
The handwritten note must include:
• 🎥 Student’s first and last name
• ⏱️ Time the student needs to be released
• 📞 A phone number where we can call to verify the information
⚡ Please note:
• Students will not be allowed to leave before 1:00 PM.
• Students may only be released early with an approved handwritten note.
• If your child does not turn in a note, a parent/guardian must physically come to the front office to check them out and present a valid ID.
🎬 STAYING FOR THE SHOW? 🎬
Students who remain on campus will have the opportunity to watch the parade with their class before dismissal. 📸⚡
🎥🍿 For all Homecoming information, including details about this year’s “Roll the Credits” celebration, please visit: https://www.nassau.k12.fl.us/o/hmshs/page/homecoming-2026-2027
🟥⬛⬜ Lights. Camera. FLASHES! ⚡🎬📸
We can’t wait to celebrate Homecoming with our HMSHS students and families!
🎞️ ROLL THE CREDITS, FLASHES! ⚡
🎨 Arts in Education Week | Day Three 🎨
The creativity continues at HMSHS! ❤️⚡
Mrs. Fortier’s Fine Craft students are exploring fiber arts by creating friendship bracelets inspired by the Japanese art of kinusanga. Students stretched and wrapped colorful threads, using line, color, pattern, and repetition to transform simple materials into unique wearable designs.
What a fun way to combine artistic techniques, cultural inspiration, and hands-on learning! We love seeing our Flashes turn their creativity into something special.
And can we talk about how amazing our Art Lab looks? The functional elements and thoughtful improvements made possible through the Nassau County One Mill contribution have created a space where students can learn, create, and explore their artistic talents. We are so thankful for the fantastic difference this investment is making on our campus!
The creativity continues at HMSHS! ❤️⚡
Mrs. Fortier’s Fine Craft students are exploring fiber arts by creating friendship bracelets inspired by the Japanese art of kinusanga. Students stretched and wrapped colorful threads, using line, color, pattern, and repetition to transform simple materials into unique wearable designs.
What a fun way to combine artistic techniques, cultural inspiration, and hands-on learning! We love seeing our Flashes turn their creativity into something special.
And can we talk about how amazing our Art Lab looks? The functional elements and thoughtful improvements made possible through the Nassau County One Mill contribution have created a space where students can learn, create, and explore their artistic talents. We are so thankful for the fantastic difference this investment is making on our campus!
Reminder for Nassau families that students will be dismissed early for the scheduled half day.
Parents can view school start and end times here: https://5il.co/3mw28
Download our app to stay updated on the 2026-2027 school calendar.
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Parents can view school start and end times here: https://5il.co/3mw28
Download our app to stay updated on the 2026-2027 school calendar.
Download for Android https://aptg.co/s1V3Sq | Download for iPhone https://aptg.co/dtLZNY
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🎶 Arts in Education Week | Day Two🎶
The music is getting even better at HMSHS! ❤️⚡
We are so excited to celebrate our Band students as they receive new instruments made possible through the Nassau County One Mill contribution! These instruments provide our students with the tools they need to grow as musicians, build confidence, and continue sharing their talents with our school and community.
There is something special about watching our Flashes pick up a new instrument and imagine all the possibilities ahead. From rehearsals and performances to competitions and special events, these instruments will become part of countless musical memories for our students.
We are incredibly thankful for the investment in arts education and for the opportunities it creates for our students. The Nassau County One Mill contribution is making a meaningful difference on our campus—and we can’t wait to hear the results! 🎺🥁🎷🎶
Go Flashes! ❤️⚡
The music is getting even better at HMSHS! ❤️⚡
We are so excited to celebrate our Band students as they receive new instruments made possible through the Nassau County One Mill contribution! These instruments provide our students with the tools they need to grow as musicians, build confidence, and continue sharing their talents with our school and community.
There is something special about watching our Flashes pick up a new instrument and imagine all the possibilities ahead. From rehearsals and performances to competitions and special events, these instruments will become part of countless musical memories for our students.
We are incredibly thankful for the investment in arts education and for the opportunities it creates for our students. The Nassau County One Mill contribution is making a meaningful difference on our campus—and we can’t wait to hear the results! 🎺🥁🎷🎶
Go Flashes! ❤️⚡
📣 ATTENTION HMSHS FLASHES! 📣
The 1st Nine Weeks is coming to an end on October 9, 2026! Please make sure you get any unexcused absence notes turned in as soon as possible. 📝
⚠️ IMPORTANT: We cannot accept absence notes after the Nine Weeks has ended.
Don’t wait—get those notes turned in! 😊
The 1st Nine Weeks is coming to an end on October 9, 2026! Please make sure you get any unexcused absence notes turned in as soon as possible. 📝
⚠️ IMPORTANT: We cannot accept absence notes after the Nine Weeks has ended.
Don’t wait—get those notes turned in! 😊
🎨 Arts in Education Week | Day Two 🎨
The creativity continues at HMSHS! ❤️⚡
Mrs. Fortier’s art students are creating expressive self-portraits by layering collage elements, acrylic paint, and fine-point marker details. Through this mixed-media process, students are exploring artistic expression, composition, and the many ways they can communicate their unique ideas through art.
We love seeing our Flashes use their creativity and imagination to bring their artwork to life!
A special thank-you to Nassau County for the One Mill contribution and the fantastic difference it is making on our campus. Your investment in our schools helps provide opportunities and resources that enrich the educational experience for our students.
The creativity continues at HMSHS! ❤️⚡
Mrs. Fortier’s art students are creating expressive self-portraits by layering collage elements, acrylic paint, and fine-point marker details. Through this mixed-media process, students are exploring artistic expression, composition, and the many ways they can communicate their unique ideas through art.
We love seeing our Flashes use their creativity and imagination to bring their artwork to life!
A special thank-you to Nassau County for the One Mill contribution and the fantastic difference it is making on our campus. Your investment in our schools helps provide opportunities and resources that enrich the educational experience for our students.
Today marks the beginning of Hispanic Heritage Month.
Students are invited to participate in Florida's 2026 Hispanic Heritage Month Art and Essay Contests. Learn more at https://www.floridahispanicheritage.com/
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Students are invited to participate in Florida's 2026 Hispanic Heritage Month Art and Essay Contests. Learn more at https://www.floridahispanicheritage.com/
#WeAreNassau #NicerInNassau
🎨 Arts in Education Week | September 13–19 🎨
We are kicking off Arts in Education Week by celebrating the creativity, imagination, and artistic expression happening at HMSHS! ❤️⚡
Inspired by Pablo Picasso, our middle school students recently explored blind continuous contour drawing to create expressive, one-of-a-kind portraits. Students also applied their knowledge of color theory by incorporating primary, secondary, and tertiary colors into their finished compositions.
What a fun way to combine artistic techniques, creative thinking, and hands-on learning! We love seeing Mrs. Fortier's students bring their ideas to life through the arts.
A special thank-you to Nassau County for the One Mill contribution and the fantastic difference it is making on our campus. Your investment in our schools helps provide opportunities and resources that enrich the educational experience for our students.
Be sure to follow along this week as we highlight the amazing arts programs and creative opportunities happening across our campus. From visual arts and music to band, theater, and more, there is so much to celebrate!
We are kicking off Arts in Education Week by celebrating the creativity, imagination, and artistic expression happening at HMSHS! ❤️⚡
Inspired by Pablo Picasso, our middle school students recently explored blind continuous contour drawing to create expressive, one-of-a-kind portraits. Students also applied their knowledge of color theory by incorporating primary, secondary, and tertiary colors into their finished compositions.
What a fun way to combine artistic techniques, creative thinking, and hands-on learning! We love seeing Mrs. Fortier's students bring their ideas to life through the arts.
A special thank-you to Nassau County for the One Mill contribution and the fantastic difference it is making on our campus. Your investment in our schools helps provide opportunities and resources that enrich the educational experience for our students.
Be sure to follow along this week as we highlight the amazing arts programs and creative opportunities happening across our campus. From visual arts and music to band, theater, and more, there is so much to celebrate!
Today, we remember and honor the lives lost on September 11, 2001.
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🎉 YEARBOOK RAFFLE! 🎉
Want a chance to win a FREE prize basket from Ms. Drake? 📚🎁
Order your HMSHS yearbook before September 31st to be entered into the drawing!
📖 Order at: buytheyearbook.com
🔑 Use code: 385263
Don't miss your chance to capture the memories of this school year and win a little something extra! ❤️⚡
Want a chance to win a FREE prize basket from Ms. Drake? 📚🎁
Order your HMSHS yearbook before September 31st to be entered into the drawing!
📖 Order at: buytheyearbook.com
🔑 Use code: 385263
Don't miss your chance to capture the memories of this school year and win a little something extra! ❤️⚡
💧🔬 Biology in Action! 🧪
Mr. Conner’s Biology students are getting hands-on with science as they explore one of the most important substances on Earth—water! 🌎💧
In their Properties of Water Lab, students investigated the unique characteristics of water and explored how its properties help make life possible. Through observation and experimentation, they were able to see biology concepts come to life right before their eyes!
We love seeing our students learning by doing, asking questions, making observations, and discovering the science behind the world around them. 🧠🧪💦
Great work, Flashes! 👏
Mr. Conner’s Biology students are getting hands-on with science as they explore one of the most important substances on Earth—water! 🌎💧
In their Properties of Water Lab, students investigated the unique characteristics of water and explored how its properties help make life possible. Through observation and experimentation, they were able to see biology concepts come to life right before their eyes!
We love seeing our students learning by doing, asking questions, making observations, and discovering the science behind the world around them. 🧠🧪💦
Great work, Flashes! 👏
What is the One Mill Renewal?
The Nassau County School District's One Mill Renewal webpage provides factual information about the proposed one mill property tax renewal. Visitors can find answers to common questions, learn how the current One Mill has been used, review project information, and access additional resources.
Learn more: https://www.nassau.k12.fl.us/o/ncsd/page/one-mill-renewal
The webpage is intended to provide educational information about the One Mill Renewal and help answer frequently asked questions.
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In observance of Labor Day, schools and district offices will be closed on September 7, 2026.
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