IMPORTANT DATES
June 16 – School closes 3 hours early, Professional Learning Day
June 17 – School closes 3 hours early, Professional Workday
June 18 – School closes 3 hours early, Professional Learning Day
June 23 – Report Cards Issued
Aug 21 - New Student Orientation 1:00-2:30 pm
Aug 21 – Open House 3:30 – 5:30 PM
Sept 4 – Back To School Night 6 PM – 8 PM
Refer to the Murray Hill Middle School website and the 2025-2026 HCPSS Calendar to stay up to date on events, school closings, and early dismissals.
IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS
School Office: 410-880-5897
Student Services: 410-880-5838
Health Room: 410-880-5937
NOTE FROM THE PRINCIPAL
This is our final message of the 2024–2025 school year, and we have so much to celebrate!
We begin by congratulating our very own Ms. Jacqueline Myers, mathematics teacher at both Lime Kiln and Murray Hill Middle School, on being selected as the 2025 Maryland Council of Teachers of Mathematics (MCTM) Beginning Mathematics Teacher of the Year!
This prestigious recognition is a testament to Ms. Myers’ dedication, talent, and impact in the classroom. We are incredibly proud to have her as a member of the MHMS community. She will be formally honored at the 2025 MCTM Outstanding Educator Awards Banquet this October.
Today, we also celebrated another milestone for our school — the promotion of 206 eighth graders! We are so proud of each of these students and deeply grateful to the parents and guardians who have partnered with us over the past three years to support their success.
Additionally, we’re seeing positive trends in our school data this year:
- Overall suspensions are down by 31%
- Discipline referrals have decreased by 15%
- MAP English Language Arts scores have increased by approximately 6.1%
I am looking forward to continuing this important work and strengthening our partnership with the MHMS community to ensure the continued growth and success of our students.
As we head into the weekend, I also want to take a moment to recognize and celebrate all the fathers and father figures in our school community. Thank you for the support, guidance, and positive impact you have on the lives of our students. Wishing you a Happy Father’s Day!
Wishing everyone a restful and joyful summer!
In partnership,
Dr. Tammy Jones
CONGRATULATIONS TO MS. JAX MYERS
Please join me in congratulating Jacqueline Myers, mathematics teacher at both Lime Kiln and Murray Hill Middle School, on being selected as the 2025 Maryland Council of Teachers of Mathematics (MCTM) Beginning Mathematics Teacher of the Year!
This prestigious recognition reflects Ms. Myers’ dedication, talent, and impact in the classroom, and we are so proud to have her as part of our MHMS community.
Jacqueline will be formally honored at the 2025 MCTM Outstanding Educator Awards Banquet this October.
QUARTER 4 REPORT CARDS
Quarter 4 report cards will be available in HCPSS Connect Synergy after 4:00 p.m., Monday, June 23. Directions to access.
FREE SUMMER PROGRAM
Calling all Howard County tweens and teens, age 11 to 17. Are you looking for a fun way to spend your free time this summer? Be sure to check out Recreation & Parks’ Teen Kick Backs program this June through August. This FREE drop-in program features free pizza and snacks, sports, video games, and lots of fun. Times & Locations:
Gary J. Arthur Community Center, Fridays, 5-8:30 pm (July 11-August 22)
Harriet Tubman Cultural Center, Fridays & Saturdays, 6-9 pm (July 11-August 23)
North Laurel Community Center, Fridays, 5-8:30pm (June 20-August 22)
Roger Carter Community Center, Saturdays, 1-4 pm (June 21-August 23)
Thomas Viaduct Middle School, Fridays, 5-8 pm (June 20-August 22)
Wilde Lake High School, Fridays, 5-8 pm (June 20-August 22)
INFORMATION FROM THE HEALTH ROOM
Dear Parent/Guardian,
If your student has medication in the health room, those medications will need to be picked up by noon on June 18th. If your child will need to take medication during the coming school year, medication order forms can be found on the HCPSS website at https://www.hcpss.org/health/medications/
Orders for each new school year must be dated on or after July 1. All medications must be in containers properly labeled with the following information:
- Student name
- Medication name
- Dosage to be given
- Time and frequency of medication
- Date of medication order
- Prescriber's name
- Expiration date of medication
Over-the-counter medications such as cold, allergy, and headache medications should be brought to the health room in new, unopened containers.
*Medications should be delivered to school by a parent/guardian to assure safe arrival. Students should not transport medications.
SUMMER COMPUTING PROGRAM
Rising 6th through 8th graders, this summer workshop opportunity for students who have no or very limited computing background or experience exploring the computing fields. Participants will have opportunities to have some tastes of basic Python coding, cryptography, and have team-based projects using Arduino. The workshops will be held from 10 am to 5 pm on July 12, 19, and 26, 2025. More Information this flyer and sign up students using this link.
HCPSS SUMMER MEAL PROGRAM
HCPSS will offer its free summer meal program weekdays June 23-Aug. 1 (except July 4) from 12:30-2 p.m. at locations across Howard County. Open to all HCPSS students and any children ages 18 and under, there are no applications, enrollment or fees to participate in this program, however children must be present to receive free meals. Free meals also will be provided to all students participating in HCPSS summer programs.
UPCOMING 9TH GRADERS - RESERVOIR HIGH SCHOOL GATOR PRODUCTIONS CLUB
Reservoir High School’s Gator Productions club is hosting a FREE video production camp this summer open to current MHMS 8th graders who will be attending Reservoir High School next year!
From August 18th–22nd, students will explore the behind-the-scenes world of video production through hands-on workshops in cinematography, editing, and storytelling. Especially if you are currently in TV morning news, photography, or any related activity, this camp will be a great way to grow your skills and transition into high school. However, all are welcome to register, since no prior experience or equipment is required. By the end of the week, each participant will complete their own video project to showcase at our mini movie festival on the last day. Space is limited, so don’t miss out on this summer opportunity!
If you are interested, please do the following:
- Read more information and fill out the interest form here ASAP (Closes at 11:59 PM on June 23).
For any questions or concerns, feel free to reach out to rhsgatorproductions@gmail.com
WENGINEER STEM EXPLORATION SUMMER CAMP
Open to rising 6th through 8th graders across the county, the camp offers an engaging week of hands-on STEM activities that focus on engineering, creativity, collaboration, and real-world problem-solving.
Camp Details:
Location: Mount Hebron High School
Dates: August 18 to 22 (No camp on August 21)
Who Can Join: Rising 6th to 8th graders from any HCPSS middle school
Registration Link: WEngineer-Sign-Up
Contact Email: info@wengineer.org