Fireworks, fun, and freedom. Sounds like summer break to us! 🇺🇸 Wishing our amazing DHMS students, staff, and families a star-spangled 4th of July filled with popsicles, parades, and plenty of red, white, and cool!

As summer begins, remember to be safe, make good choices, and take time to relax and recharge. Enjoy the sunshine, explore your interests, and make great memories with family and friends. We can’t wait to welcome you back in the fall, refreshed and ready for another amazing year!

🎉 Congrats to the Dorothy Hamm MS Class of 2025! Thank you for the memories, laughter, and growth. Wishing you all the best as you head into high school. Go forward with confidence, kindness, and courage. The future is yours! 🌟 #DHMS2025 #OnwardAndUpward

Today we honor all the dads, father figures, and mentors who inspired, support, and guide our students every day. Happy Father’s Day!

Happy Memorial Day, DHMS! Today we remember, honor and thank those who served. Enjoy the day and stay safe!

🌸 Happy Mother’s Day! .Today, we celebrate all the incredible moms, grandmothers, mother figures, and caregivers who fill our school community with love, strength, and support. Thank you for your endless encouragement, tireless dedication, and the heart you pour into every day.

Happy Teacher Appreciation Week to the real MVPs—thank you for your patience, passion, and impact that lasts a lifetime.

❤️Happy Administrative Professionals Day! 💛.Today, we want to take a moment to recognize and celebrate the incredible contributions you make every day. Your dedication, organization, and hard work keep everything running smoothly and make a significant difference in our school.

As Spring Break approaches, take this time to relax, recharge, and enjoy some much needed rest and fun. We look forward to seeing you back refreshed and ready to finish the year strong.

Happy National Assistant Principals Week! ❤️💛 Your leadership, dedication, and tireless commitment to student success, staff support, and school community well-being do not go unnoticed.

Today, we’re sending a huge shoutout to all the incredible school librarians out there, including our very own. Your dedication to building a love for reading and learning in our students is truly a job of the heart. Thank you for all that you do to impact our school community!📚

Join us for the Mental Health Fair & Screenagers Event, an important district-wide event that aims to support the mental health and well-being of our students, educators, and families. The event will take place on March 20, 2025, from 6:00-8:30 PM at Dorothy Hamm Middle School.

Congratulations to our outstanding Principal, Ellen Smith on being named the 2025 APS Principal of the Year! Your unwavering leadership and dedication have made a real difference in our school. Thank you for inspiring us all! #APSPrincipaloftheyear #SuperHero @EllenSmithAPS

Cereal Drive.KidsGiving is collecting cereal boxes for AFAC!.Please bring your cereal boxes to your TA teacher. Monday, 2/24-Thursday, 3/6

This month marks the 66th anniversary of the desegregation of Arlington Public Schools. This video features 2 of the 4 original students who first attended Stratford Jr High, Michael Jones and Ronald “Ronnie” Deskins. Watch the Full Documentary .

Roses are red, violets are blue, we cherish each one of you! Happy Valentine’s Day ❤️💛

RT @APSVirginia: ❄️ CODE 2: Due to the winter weather advisory and the potential for icy conditions during the morning commute, all APS sch….

Mark your calendar 📅 .Tomorrow is early release for students. Dismissal is at 12:05PM

Schools counselors do amazing work to support student success. Thank you for all you do to support academic success, social-emotional wellbeing as well creating a safe environment for all students. Happy National School Counseling Week!❤️💛