Hidden Oaks Middle School

🦈🔬 Science in Action at Hidden Oaks! 🔬🦈

Today, Ms. McNeill and Mrs. Dubois took their young scientists on an exciting adventure through two engaging labs: the "Mystery Lab Box" and the "Dumpling Lab!"

Students dove into the scientific process by using both qualitative and quantitative observations as they worked collaboratively through their investigations. From making careful observations to collecting data and drawing conclusions, these scientists were fully immersed in authentic, hands-on learning.

Both classrooms were buzzing with energy as students remained engaged, excited, and actively involved in uncovering answers and making discoveries alongside their peers. It was incredible to see critical thinking, teamwork, and curiosity on full display!

At Hidden Oaks Middle School, learning goes beyond the textbook as our students explore, investigate, and discover the world around them every day.

🦈 The Shark Community Shows Up! 🦈 Yesterday, we held our first GGM PTSA meeting of the school year, and we could not be more proud of the incredible turnout from our Shark community! A great school is never built in isolation. It is built through strong partnerships, open communication, and the collective perspectives of families, staff, and community members working together to create the very best learning environment for our scholars. When we come together with a shared commitment to student success, amazing things happen. A special thank you and congratulations to our PTSA President, Mrs. Walker, for her leadership, dedication, and hard work in bringing families together and helping strengthen the connection between home and school. Thank you to everyone who attended and invested their time in helping make Hidden Oaks Middle School an even better place for our students. The energy, engagement, and support on display yesterday are just another reminder that there is something truly special about our Shark family!

🦈🔬 Shark Scholars in Action! 🔬🦈 Mrs. Chace’s science students are diving right into academics as we begin the school year! Students worked collaboratively to identify specific ways science applies to the real world, engaging in meaningful discussions and hands-on learning with their classmates. It was fantastic to see every group actively participating, following classroom expectations, and working together to create thoughtful final products that are now proudly displayed in the hallway for all to see! Student engagement, collaboration, small-group learning, and active participation are what it’s all about in the Shark Tank. We love seeing our students thinking critically, making connections, and taking ownership of their learning from day one! Great job, Mrs. Chace and Shark scholars! 🦈💙

🩺🏀SPORTS PHYSICALS🏐🩺 South Florida Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine is hosting a Back-to-School Sports Physical event TODAY, August 13, from 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. for middle school students! If your student plans to participate in athletics during the 2026-2027 school year, this event offers an opportunity to complete their required sports physical. Proceeds will benefit participating schools' athletic departments. Please note: EKG testing will not be available at this event. #ALLINMartin👊

🦈✨ Our halls are ready… now all they need is your students work! ✨🦈 The walls of Hidden Oaks Middle School are set and waiting to be filled with the incredible work, creativity, achievements, and accomplishments of our Sharks. Very soon, these hallways will showcase the amazing things our students do each and every day, from academic excellence and artistic talents to leadership, innovation, and acts of kindness. As we walk through our campus, we are reminded that the true heart of our school isn’t the buildings or the bulletin boards… it’s our students. We cannot wait to celebrate your growth, highlight your successes, and watch you make your mark on Hidden Oaks this year. We are incredibly proud of all of our Sharks and look forward to filling every hallway with the outstanding work that makes HOMS such a special place to learn and grow! 💙🦈

🦈 Leadership in Action at Hidden Oaks Middle School! 🦈 Today, we had the pleasure of welcoming Superintendent Maine, members of his Executive Cabinet, and School Board Member Dr. Moriarty to Hidden Oaks Middle School. It was an honor to walk our campus together and showcase the incredible work taking place in our classrooms and throughout our school community. A strong school district is built on relationships, collaboration, and a commitment to supporting every school, every employee, and every student. Seeing district leaders actively engaged in our schools demonstrates the collective effort it takes to create opportunities for success across Martin County. We are grateful for the time, support, and partnership of our MCSD leaders. Thank you for investing in our students, staff, and schools. We always love having our district team visit HOMS and experience firsthand the energy, excellence, and Shark pride that make our school so special!

There is something special about the first day of school. Today, the Shark Tank came alive as more than a thousand Hidden Oaks Sharks filled our campus with excitement, curiosity, and joy. Classrooms were buzzing with conversation, laughter, and engaging activities as students got to know their classmates and teachers. As I visited classrooms throughout the day, I was reminded how fortunate we are to serve such incredible students. Seeing them eager to learn, build relationships, and embrace the opportunities ahead was truly inspiring. Thank you to our students, staff, and families for helping make Day 1 such a success. We are excited to continue the momentum and welcome everyone back for Day 2 tomorrow!

🦈🎉 What an Incredible Start to the 2026-2027 School Year at Hidden Oaks Middle School! 🎉🦈 This morning, we proudly welcomed more than 1,020 HOMS Sharks back to campus! From the moment the sun came up, the excitement was impossible to miss. The bike racks were full, the buses were packed, and the front of the school was buzzing with students eager to walk through our doors and begin a brand-new school year. There is something truly special about the first day of school. It was amazing to reconnect with our students, see the smiles on their faces, hear stories about their summer adventures, and realize just how much many of them have grown over the break! The excitement of finding friends, checking schedules, meeting teachers, and starting new opportunities could be felt throughout every hallway. The 2026-2027 school year is officially underway, and the energy, enthusiasm, and optimism are already filling our campus. We cannot wait to see all that our Sharks will accomplish in the months ahead. Here’s to a fantastic year of learning, growth, friendships, and success! 💙🦈

🐬 Join Us for the Hidden Oaks Middle School PTSA General Membership Meeting! 🐬

The success of Hidden Oaks Middle School is made possible through the incredible partnership between our families, staff, and PTSA. We invite all Shark families to attend our upcoming PTSA General Membership Meeting to meet the PTSA Board, learn about exciting events planned for the school year, and have a voice in supporting our students and staff.

📅 Thursday, August 13
🕕 6:15 PM (following the SAC Meeting)
📍 Hidden Oaks Media Center

Current PTSA members will have the opportunity to vote on the proposed budget and help shape the future of our PTSA initiatives.

Not a member yet? It's not too late! Scan the QR code in the flyer to join today and become part of an organization that continuously supports our students, teachers, and school community.

Thank you to our amazing PTSA for the countless ways they support Hidden Oaks Middle School. We hope to see you there!

🦈 It’s always a great day when our School Board members take the time to visit Hidden Oaks Middle School!🦈 Today, we were honored to welcome Dr. Moriarty to campus prior to Opening Day. It was a wonderful opportunity to walk the school together, share the excitement surrounding the start of a new school year, and showcase the incredible energy and enthusiasm that is already filling our halls. From our dedicated staff preparing for student success to the buzz of anticipation for the year ahead, there is something special happening at Hidden Oaks. To top it all off, Dr. Moriarty rocked some HOMS gear at the end! Thank you, Dr. Moriarty, for your support of our students, staff, and school community. We can’t wait to welcome our Sharks back and make this an amazing year together!

🦈💙 Today, we had the pleasure of welcoming the newest class of Hidden Oaks Middle School Sharks! Our campus was once again filled with excitement, energy, and anticipation as our incoming 6th graders began their middle school journey. Students were greeted by our administration team, explored each of their seven class periods, toured the campus, and wrapped up the day enjoying pizza and time with new and old friends. Seeing the hallways buzzing with smiles, laughter, and curiosity reminded us why this time of year is so special. Today’s orientation was just the beginning of what will be an incredible year of learning, growth, leadership, and memories for our newest Sharks. The 2026-2027 school year is officially upon us, and we cannot wait to welcome back all of our students on Monday, August 10th! Here’s to a fantastic year ahead at Hidden Oaks Middle School! 🦈📚🎉

📚 Hidden Oaks Middle School Schedule Information 📚 With schedules being available soon, we know some students and families may have questions or would like to request changes. Our school counselors are working diligently to ensure every scholar gets off to a successful start for the new school year! To best support students, counselors will focus exclusively on reviewing and addressing core academic schedule concerns before school begins and during the first week of school. Once those needs have been addressed, we will begin reviewing elective change requests. Please note that elective changes must meet established criteria and are dependent upon seat availability. To help us stay organized and respond as efficiently as possible, we ask that you do not call or email our school counselors regarding schedule changes. Instead, please complete the Schedule Request Form linked below. This process ensures that every request is documented and reviewed fairly and thoroughly. 📝 Schedule Request Form: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=8KFItq1r_0O3S_7n9LEelRqGeHfYqk1Ol9FcdPBS-HtUNjg2MEMwUVBSWVdYQUhRRDRRVVRUVkVFMS4u&route=shorturl Thank you for your patience, understanding, and support as we prepare for an amazing school year. We can’t wait to welcome our Sharks back to campus! 🦈💙

Students entering 7th grade can not start school on Monday without turning in your immunization form with the Tdap completed. This immunization is required by the state of Florida. Please turn it in this week or an exemption form.

🦈 Attention Incoming 6th Grade Sharks! 🦈 The countdown is on, we are less than 24 hours away, for our 6th Grade Orientation at Hidden Oaks Middle School! We are excited to welcome our newest Sharks to campus and help kick off an amazing middle school journey. 📅 Date: August 7th Tomorrow! ⏰ Time: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM 📍 Location: Hidden Oaks Middle School During orientation, students will: ✅ Meet our administration team ✅ Receive their class schedule ✅ Meet their teachers and classmates ✅ Learn their way around campus ✅ Enjoy complimentary pizza and water Students should arrive just as they will on a regular school day, whether by bus, parent drop-off, bike, or walking. This is a fantastic opportunity for our incoming 6th graders to build confidence, make connections, and get excited about becoming part of the Hidden Oaks Middle School family. We can’t wait to meet our newest Sharks and show them what it means to be Shark Strong! 💙🦈

🍎⏰ TODAY'S BACK-TO-SCHOOL CHECKLIST ⏰🍎

Before you go looking for teacher assignments and course schedules this afternoon... 👀

✅ Log into FOCUS Parent Portal.
✅ Complete ALL required Back-to-School Forms. (They'll pop up automatically—and some families may have more than two!)
✅ Then come back later to view your student's teacher assignment or course schedule.

Skip Step 2, and Step 3 won't be nearly as exciting. 😉

Get started: https://martin.focusschoolsoftware.com/focus/

#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #MartinMeansMore

📚✨MORE CHOICE. MORE POSSIBILITIES.✨📚

In the Martin County School District, we know one size doesn't fit all. That's why Martin County Flexible Education gives families more ways to access the premier, A-rated education we're proud to provide.

Whether it's taking courses in person at an MCSD school or learning online through Martin County Virtual School, students can choose the pathway that best supports their goals—with the same dedicated MCSD teachers guiding the way.

Because Martin Means More means providing more opportunities, more flexibility, and more ways for every student to succeed.

Learn more about Martin County Flexible Education: 🔗 https://bit.ly/4yBPRy4

#ALLINMartin👊 #MartinMeansMore #PublicSchoolPROUD

🦈💙 Welcome Back, Hidden Oaks Middle School Staff! 💙🦈 Today, we had the privilege of welcoming back our amazing, talented, and dedicated HOMS staff as we kicked off another exciting school year together! Our library was buzzing with energy as teachers and staff engaged in meaningful conversations, collaborated with colleagues, learned new systems, analyzed data to make informed decisions, celebrated our accomplishments, and focused on the work ahead as we continue our climb toward excellence. What stood out most was the level of engagement and commitment in the room. Our staff was dialed in, eager to learn, and fully invested in ensuring every student has an exceptional experience this school year. The passion, professionalism, and dedication of this team are truly inspiring. We have accomplished so much together, but we know the best is yet to come. We are ready to welcome back our scholars, build meaningful relationships, and make this school year one filled with growth, achievement, and unforgettable moments. Here’s to another incredible year at Hidden Oaks Middle School! Let’s keep climbing! 🚀📚🦈

🥞🦈 Hidden Oaks Middle School is incredibly fortunate to have an amazing PTSA that supports our students, staff, and school community every step of the way! This morning, our outstanding PTSA treated our staff to a delicious breakfast from Berry Fresh, providing a wonderful start to what has already been an exciting school year. We were also grateful to hear from Mrs. Smith and Mrs. Miller, who shared information about the incredible work our PTSA does and the strong partnership they have built with HOMS. The food was amazing, but even more inspiring was learning about the countless ways this organization supports our school. Their dedication, generosity, and commitment to our students and staff make a tremendous difference each and every day. Thank you, HOMS PTSA, for your unwavering support, your partnership, and for always finding ways to make our school an even better place to learn and grow. We appreciate all that you do!

🎉EXCITING NEWS!🎉

Tomorrow is the BIG day for our first-ever MCSD Back-to-School Community Celebration, and we have a very exciting update! 🥳

Thanks to our amazing community, local barbers will be providing FREE haircuts for students! Appointments are limited, so be sure to reserve your spot today.

You'll also enjoy:
🎶 Live music
🌭 Free food
🎁 Student giveaways and school supplies (while supplies last)
🤝 Every MCSD school and nearly a dozen community partners—all in one place!

This is what Martin Means More looks like: a community coming together to celebrate our students and send them into a new school year feeling supported and unstoppable!

🗓️ Saturday, August 1
⏰ 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
📍 Stuart Middle School

💈 Sign up for a free haircut: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A44ACA62BA4F5C34-64945889-barber
🎒 RSVP: https://bit.ly/3SsxU4t

We'll see you tomorrow!

#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #MartinMeansMore

💙🦈 WOW, Hidden Oaks! 🦈💙 We are incredibly grateful for the overwhelming generosity shown during our Stock the School supply drive! The amazing amount of supplies donated for our staff is a true testament to the strength, kindness, and support of the Hidden Oaks Middle School community. The endless support and community outreach we experience year after year is simply remarkable. Because of you, our teachers will have additional resources to help create engaging and meaningful learning experiences for our students. We are truly thankful for every donation and every act of kindness. Missed the drop-off? No worries! Donations are still being accepted. Our front office is open during school hours from 8:10 AM to 4:40 PM. Thank you for partnering with us and helping make Hidden Oaks such a special place to learn, grow, and succeed. We can’t wait for an amazing school year together!