10 Reasons Holmes Stands Out

What Makes Holmes Middle School Special

It's a Great Day to Soar!

10 Reasons Holmes Stands Out

Holmes Middle School serves students grade 6 through 8. Known for its diverse student body and strong academic programs, the school emphasizes both academic excellence and personal growth. Holmes offers a wide range of extracurricular activities, including sports, academic support, and clubs, to support well-rounded student development. Our school is dedicated to fostering a "caring safe environment for all.." and preparing students for success in high school and beyond.

 

Orchestra students rehearsing
HMS Orchestra students rehearsing

Math Scores on the Rise

Our students are budding math experts! In three years, Holmes Middle School has seen a 7% increase in math proficiency.

 

Diversity

Holmes is a diverse school community - and we’re growing! Our experienced department is committed to serving our Multilingual Learners, with families speaking 43 different languages. 

Students completing a lab experiment
Completing a lab experiment in Science

Holmes is an IB MYP School

We are proud to be an International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme school, fostering an environment of inquiry, global citizenship, and personal growth in alignment with the IB’s mission. Our partnership with the AVID program further supports student success by promoting critical thinking, organizational skills, and academic achievement. Through both IB and AVID, we equip students with the tools to thrive academically and personally, preparing them to be reflective, resilient, and globally-minded individuals.

 

Family Outreach

We are engaged with our Holmes families. We support, welcome, and inform our parents and guardians through our monthly Military breakfasts and Family Coffees.

Girls painting pumpkins at a classroom table
Painting pumpkins at the Fall Festival

 

A Vibrant Active Community

Holmes has a vibrant and active community that is committed to hosting ongoing events, including our Fall Festival, Bingo, and Heritage/International Night.

See for Yourself!

At Holmes, we don’t just value student voice — we share it with our community! Follow us on Instagram to see our school through their eyes.

HMS Soccer Team
Intramural Soccer team

Intramural Soccer League

Soccer is king in our school! Together, Holmes, Poe, and Glasgow Middle Schools host a popular intramural soccer league that keeps many of our students healthy and active.

After School Program

Holmes students value learning even after the bell rings! We’ve added many new STEAM-focused after-school programs, including Capital Coders, Science Olympiad, and LEGO Robotics.

Makerspace

Our Makerspace is a dynamic, hands-on learning environment where students can explore creativity, innovation, and problem-solving through technology and collaboration.

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Performing Arts

Holmes Middle School students enjoy a decorated music and theater department, supported by a dedicated team of Performing Arts teachers. Many trophies won in competitions decorate our Chorus, Band, and Orchestra classrooms!

Holmes Middle School is more than just a place of learning; it's a community where young minds are nurtured, and spirits are uplifted. Join us on this journey of discovery and growth, and experience the power of "Holmes Hawks Soar" for yourself.