Weldon E. Howitt Middle School
Important Information
Parents: please take some time to review the district Attendance Policy, Code of Conduct, and Emergency Planning Guide as well as other notices in this folder: Important Policies and Notices
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Principal's Welcome Back Letter
Away for the Day - Personal Device Policy at HMS
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TODAY IS tuesday october 28, 2025, AND IT IS An “A” DAY
The 7th grade boys soccer team defeated Salk yesterday by a score of 3-1. The team was led by captain Halil Zivali, who scored his first goal of the season, as well as Diego Arias, and Jack Nakamori, who scored his 12th goal of the year. The boys advance to 5-2. Congrats boys!
There will be a girls swim meet tonight away vs Hewlett HS at 5pm.
There will be a 7th grade boys soccer game at home tonight vs Bethpage at 4:45pm.
Good luck tonight Dalers!
The concession stand will be open today from 3:50pm-5pm.
Winter Sports begin on November 3rd. Students must register on Family ID prior to the first day in order to be cleared to participate.
Student Council members recently took part in an election to choose their new officers for the 2025-2026 school year. The winners are as follows:
6th grade representative: Simone Balucan
7th grade representative: Rebecca Blyman
Secretary: Leela Ramjeawan
Treasurer: Colin Sigmon
Vice President: Conor Carroll
Our new co-presidents are... Chloe Alvarez and Grayson Abeles
Thank you so much to everyone that attended! Don't forget that our next meeting is today in the East Cafeteria so we can make those Halloween grams! See you all there!
The school doctor will be here tomorrow October 29th for anyone that may need a physical for sport tryouts. If you are interested in seeing the school doctor please speak with nurses in the health office."
Attention all 7th and 8th grade athletes! If you’re interested in joining Howitt’s competitive cheerleading team, there will be a brief meeting tomorrow in the East Gym. The meeting will last about 15 minutes. Make sure to sign up with Coach Pietronigro, or stop by Room 606 if you have any questions. Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity.
The next Paw Print meeting will be held tomorrow after school in room 607.
Any girl interested in trying out for the 7th grade girls volleyball team or 8th grade girls volleyball team, there will be an informational tryout meeting in the East gym Wednesday at 2:55pm for about 20 minutes.
Stop by the multicultural club on Thursday afterschool in the multipurpose room this week as we celebrate Halloween by trying candies from around the world! See Ms. Carter, Ms. Carrillo or Ms. Muuss for more information
Do you love dogs and making a difference? Join Helping Paws! We make dog treats, hold fundraisers, and help dogs get adopted. First meeting is November 7th in room 602, we hope to see you there!
Halloween grams are on sale this week. They are $1 each and will be sold during all lunch periods in both cafeterias. Don’t forget to get one for your friend or favorite teacher. To all student council volunteers: Please check google classroom to see your assignment. Have a spooktacular day!
2025-2026 HMS YEARBOOKS
The price is currently $60, but will go up on January 1st.
Order here: yearbookforever.com
Parent boosters are also available to purchase through the above link.
School Picture Day Portrait Instructions
6TH GRADE SUMMER ORIENTATION SLIDE PRESENTATION
Click here to view the slide presentation
6th Grade Parent Orientation Slide Presentation
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8th GRADE MOVING UP CEREMONY 2025
Click here to watch on YouTube
ID BADGES & LANYARDS
Lost or broken IDs or lanyards can be replaced by submitting the form that can be found on the student's chromebook under FD BOOKMARKS. Students are also able to access the form from their ClassLink launchpad.
LOST & FOUND
Water bottles, books, clothing, sweatshirts, shoes/sneakers are placed in the back of both cafeterias. Eye glasses, jewelry, pocketbooks, cell phones are in the Main Office.
STUDENTS OF THE QUARTER
The Student of the Quarter award is given to students chosen by their teachers.
Students selected demonstrate excellence in leadership, participation, attendance, work ethic, and citizenship. Recipients are chosen at the end of the quarter. Stay tuned.....
