February 2-20 – Kids Heart Challenge 

February 11 – SAC Meeting

February 16 – No School 

February 18 – PTO Meeting

February 24 – Spring Picture Day

February 28 – Girl and a Loved One Dance 

The School Board of Orange County, Florida (Board) Policy JIC, titled “Code of Student Conduct,” in addition to Section 1006.07, Florida Statutes, requires the adoption of a Code of Student Conduct (Code). Orange County Public Schools (OCPS) has developed the Code to help students, parents/guardians, and school personnel understand the guidelines for maintaining a safe and orderly learning environment. The Code shall be discussed with students, school advisory committees, and parent/teacher associations at the beginning of each school year and quarterly thereafter and for transferring students upon their enrollment. 

An electronic copy of the Code can be found online at the District website, on the OCPS app, or on OCPS school-issued devices.

Who: K-5th students at Hamlin are invited to participate via ChessKid Launchpad (More students, more points for our school)

When: January 15-February 15 (Fun Friday, extra challenge, at home/school during free time)

What: The winning a school in the district wins an in-person celebration. *District Championship

Challenge: Every FAST Chess Game = 1 point

Game must be played on OCPS LaunchPad ChessKid using school account

 

Shoutouts: Send photos, stories, or shoutouts to be featured in a future posts, submit photos to: michelle.martinez@chess.com

Library Cards can open up a new door...

Did you know that any student or family member can apply for a free public library card online? Visit this link and the library will help mail a card to your home for use.

Students with a library card can use many resources online from our local public library. They have great resources to conduct research, practice a new language, read eBooks, and much more.

Did you also know that you can request books online and the public library will mail them right to your front door? Families would then only be responsible to return the books by their due date to any Orange County Public Library. We have a return bin located in Hamlin here.

We have a fantastic school year ahead of us. As we anticipate the memories, friendships, and

special times ahead, we're also looking forward to one of our favorite traditions - the yearbook.

Starting January 1, the regular price of the book will increase in cost to $30 for a softcover with option to upgrade to hardcover and can be ordered until April 3, 2026. 

Don't miss out on this special offer! Yearbooks will be given out in May 2026.  

January is almost behind us—and February is bringing some great events your way!

·      2/2 – Adopt-A-Lounge opens for 2nd Grade to support our staff

·      2/7 – Orlando Magic Game (pre-purchased tickets are required)

·      2/18 – PTO Meeting at 8:15 in Media Center

·      2/28 – Girls and a Loved One event

Join us for a WICKED themed night of magic and memories at Hamlin Middle School!

Hamlin Elementary is getting opportunities ready for volunteers to come in to help!  All volunteers will need an active ADDitions account and review all the Guidelines and Waivers provided by our OCPS district. 

Being up to date in ADDitions helps the process of being a field trip chaperone, lunchroom helper, attending/participating in daytime events held at the school, PTO events, classroom volunteer, media center help and so much more!  

Here’s how to sign up/update your ADDitions account: 

Lunchroom help is needed!  If you are looking to help, we need volunteers who enjoy circulating the entire room to help students in all grades with opening items, passing out utensils and napkins, and reminding students how to continue to be the best Hamlin Huskies in the lunchroom. This is not just to assist one child or have lunch with your child.

Lunch Volunteer Shifts available:

Help Our Upcoming PTO Events- Check the PTO Website for details: