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December 15, 2019
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Instagram:hmsacaarts Howard History As Orange County Public Schools is celebrating 150 years we want to share a little information about Howard. Howard has a long history in the Central Florida community and a proud heritage.The main building of our historic school was built in 1926 and was originally called Orlando High School. Many famous people were graduates of OHS including actor Buddy Ebsen, astronaut John Young, and Nobel winner Dr. Marshall Nirenberg. Business and community leaders alike have strong ties to the school as many generations have passed through the halls. Judson B. Walker was the first principal of the new school. He was followed the next year by William R. Boone.
The gymnasium was added in the late 30's. Its unusual architectural style has made it a landmark of Orlando. In 1984, upon his retirement, the gym was renamed the Robert Cluggish Memorial Gymnasium, in honor of his years of dedication to Howard. Mr. Cluggish served as a teacher, football coach, basketball coach, and athletic director during his 35 years at Howard. (He also played with the original New York Knicks!)
The cafeteria/band room was added in 1948 and the old OHS letters can still be seen on the southwest corner of the building. In 1952, Orange County Public Schools completed construction of two new high schools, Boone and Edgewater. This building was then renamed for Mr. C.E. Howard, a school trustee of earlier years.
Thus Howard Junior High School was established, with J.B. Bookhardt as principal. The school colors of blue and red and the Ranger mascot were selected. The first hat and boot logo used was designed by the husband of Mrs. Doris Verigan, a former assistant principal/principal (Principal Robert E. King died in April and Mrs. Verigan
completed the school year as interim-principal.) Our current hat and boot logo was designed by art teacher Clinton McCracken and the crest was designed by Valerie King. The Media Center was added in 1984. This one-story building was constructed in the courtyard area in the center of the main building.
In 1987, with the conversion to middle school, the name changed once again and Howard Junior High became Howard Middle School. Glen Terry was the first principal of Howard Middle School, followed by Superintendent Ron Blocker.
The school was renovated in 2001-2002. For eighteen months the entire school operated in 52 portables located on our athletic field. Because the building is considered a landmark, only interior changes were made to the original buildings. In March of 2001, we moved back into a 21st century school.
Howard continues to be a groundbreaking and innovative leader in education. In October, 2011 the Orange County School Board designated Howard as a magnet school for the arts eventually becoming a zoneless arts magnet in 2018-2019. In addition to providing a strong academic focus, our curriculum and programs are designed to enrich, inspire, and support students who have a demonstrated interest and/or ability in the visual and performing arts. We offer programs in dance, theatre, visual arts, digital arts, guitar, piano, orchestra, chorus, and band. While many OCPS schools offer similar classes, our school is designed specifically for students who are seeking a middle school experience where the arts are the primary focus. Howard has won numerous state/national awards and designations including Exemplary Arts School by Arts Schools Network and Certified Magnet School and School of Excellence by Magnet Schools of America. We are proud of our extensive legacy in Orlando and excited to have an opportunity to inspire future leaders through the arts!
Winter Piano Recital December 16, 5:00 P.M.
The Winter Piano Recital will take place on Monday, December 16, at 5pm, in the HMS Auditorium. On December 2, all Intermediate and Advanced piano students received a letter and TeachTix code for this event. (Beginning students are not required to attend and will not perform in this event.)
Attention Parents of 8th Graders The following high schools will hold Parent Nights for parents of incoming freshmen. These events are for ZONED students only: Boone HS Jan. 13 5:30-7:30pm Edgewater HS Jan. 29 7-8pm West Orange HS Jan. 16 6-8pm Winter Park HS Jan. 7 6pm (this is at the 9th grade Center and is only information about their International Baccalaureate Diploma Program, which is only available to zoned students) For other high schools, please contact those schools. Mr. Hummel will continue to post these events as they are sent to him by the schools. Attention Parents of ZONED BOONE Students (this event is not for magnet students): PARENT PREVIEW Monday, January 13, 2020 5:30-7:30PM In Boone Auditorium Boone counselors will be at Howard on January 24th to speak to their ZONED students and to hand out Course Selection Forms for their 9th grade classes. The counselors will return to Howard on Feb. 5th to collect the forms and to register students for their classes (these dates are only for students, not parents). Please contact Mr. Hummel with questions. [email protected]
FAN GRAM!
Our Howard Faculty and Staff are fantastic! Help us celebrate their dedication and commitment to our students. Please use the QR Code or this link FANGRAM to leave a message for a teacher that has impacted you in a positive way. Thank you!
Kid’s Closet & HMS Donations Please consider donating to this current need at Howard and our OCPS Kid’s Closet. We are currently seeking new socks, underwear, and deodorant for students. Drop Off will be at the Front Office or the Guidance Office. Contact Mrs. Mackemer with any questions. 407-245-1780 Ext. 5092242 [email protected]
BOX TOPS FOR EDUCATION
There are some new changes with the boxtop program. If you have clipped box-tops please keep bringing them in to the front office. Our goal is 1000.00 and to date we have 131.00. Thank you for your support!
MTSS OCPS and Howard Middle School Academy of Arts are committed to providing ongoing problem solving and support for students who are struggling to meet academic or behavioral goals and expectations. This problem solving approach is referred to as “MTSS” or “Multi-Tiered Systems of Support”. If you have concerns about your child’s academic or behavioral progress, contact [email protected] for more information.
Yearbook Pre-Orders! Pre-orders are $30 until 12/31/19, then the price goes to $35 www.yearbookordercenter.com School: 542 2 Ways to order:
1. Online (Go to link above for information) 2. Through Mrs. Valerie King in Room 108H: cash or check made payable to Howard Middle School.
● Laser name Engraving is now available for $5, and ads are available again this year
● Ad prices are below and also on the Herff Jones site ● ALL ads are made directly through Herff Jones on their website
Email: [email protected] with any questions
NHSDA Meeting- Dec. 17 at 8:30 a.m. NHSDA final meeting of 2019 year will be held on Tuesday, December 17th at 8:30am in room 250.
Basketball Tryouts Boys basketball tryouts will be as follows: Tuesday, January 7th-Thursday, January 9th from 8am-9am in the HMS gym. Girls basketball tryouts will be as follows: Tuesday, January 7th - 4:00pm-5:00pm, Wednesday, January 8th - 3:00pm-4:00pm, Thursday, January 9th - 4:00pm-5:00pm in the HMS gym. Please turn in all physical forms to Mrs. Wallen prior to tryouts. Good Luck!
Beta Club December BETA Club meetings: Thursday 12/19 in the media center from 4:00 - 4:45
Chess Club Chess club is cancelled Thursday December 19th.
NJHS Meeting Cancelled for December Parents & Students: There will NOT be an NJHS meeting Thursday December19th. The next meeting day will be Thursday January 16th at 8:45am in the Media Center. Please do not enter the building prior to this time. Katner will meet you on the steps and bring you into the Media Center. Student Council’s Winter Spirit Week (must adhere to dress code)
Monday, 12/16: Holiday Pajamas Day. Wear your favorite holiday themed, school appropriate pajamas
Tuesday, 12/17: Tacky Sweater Tuesday. Rock that ugly sweater with pride on this day.
Wednesday, 12/18: Holiday Character Day. Dress up as your favorite holiday literature/film character
Thursdays, 12/19: Yule Ties and Tu Tu’s . Find those holiday ties in the back of the drawer and make the best holiday tu tu’s to wear!
Friday, 12/20: Bling in the Holidays! Be as festive as you can be!
Start Date Event Location Start Time End Time
Dec.16-20 Student Council’s Spirit Week
Dec. 16 Piano 2 & 3 Winter Concert PAC 5:00 PM
Dec. 17 Chorus Winter Concert PAC 5:30 PM
Dec. 19 Band Winter Concert PAC 5:00 PM
Dec. 20 End of 2nd Quarter
Dec. 20 HMS Talent Show PAC
Dec. 21 No School - Winter Holiday Begins
Jan. 6 Teacher Workday
Jan. 7 2nd Semester Begins
Jan. 7 Girls Basketball Tryouts HMS Gym 4:00 PM 5:00 PM
Jan. 7 Boys Basketball Tryouts HMS Gym 8:00 AM 9:00 AM
Jan. 8 Girls Basketball Tryouts HMS Gym 3:00 PM 4:00 PM
Jan. 9 Girls Basketball Tryouts HMS Gym 4:00 PM 5:00 PM
Jan. 10 Jermiah’s Ice HMS Lobby 4:00 PM 4:15 PM
Jan. 16 School Dance HMS 4:00 PM 6:00 PM
Jan. 20 No School Martin Luther King, Jr. Day