Best day ever! The HOM 6th graders absolutely crushed Field Day today! From intense tug-of-war battles to crushing the relay races, the energy was unmatched. So proud of this crew for bringing the teamwork, sportsmanship, and pure joy
Miss Knapp’s 7th-grade English class brought stories to life! They analyzed graphic novels and got creative crafting their own custom posters and themed items. Visual literacy + hands-on art = next-level learning!
Spirit Week Details
Dates: Monday, June 8th – Friday, June 12th
Daily Themes
Monday: Character Duo Day
Dress as a pair of characters from books, movies, TV shows, etc.
Tuesday: Hawaiian Shirt Day
Wear tropical shirts, leis, and beach-themed attire. (Note: No swimsuits allowed.)
Wednesday: Red, White, and Blue Day
Wear patriotic colors to celebrate the 250th anniversary.
Thursday: Country vs. Country Club Day Dress in either country/western style or preppy country club attire.
Friday: Twin Day Match outfits with a friend or a group.
Dates: Monday, June 8th – Friday, June 12th
Daily Themes
Monday: Character Duo Day
Dress as a pair of characters from books, movies, TV shows, etc.
Tuesday: Hawaiian Shirt Day
Wear tropical shirts, leis, and beach-themed attire. (Note: No swimsuits allowed.)
Wednesday: Red, White, and Blue Day
Wear patriotic colors to celebrate the 250th anniversary.
Thursday: Country vs. Country Club Day Dress in either country/western style or preppy country club attire.
Friday: Twin Day Match outfits with a friend or a group.
If you are interested in participating in conditioning for fall sports, please sign up using the links listed on the HOM webpage. Important Requirement: Everyone interested in participating in conditioning and/or trying out for an athletic team must register and upload their athletic physical on Arbiter Sports. Physicals will not be accepted in person. Register and Upload Physicals via Arbiter. Please visit https://www.cpschools.com/o/HOM for more information.
Some Chorus students went on a stellar adventure to the Music in the Parks Festival at Busch Gardens. The students received second place for their performance!
Grassfield High School presents to you : Grizzly Youth Basketball Camp 2026
June 22nd - 25th at Grassfield High School
Cost: $99 1st - 5th Grade 9am-12pm and
$149 6th-8th Grade 9am-3pm
Drop off & pick up information:
Campers should be dropped off and picked up from the Grassfield High School Gymnasium.
Register though - gofan.com
Contact Coach Sutton or Coach Demark for more information.
demarcus.shepard@cpschools.com
kipsutton4444@gmail.com
June 22nd - 25th at Grassfield High School
Cost: $99 1st - 5th Grade 9am-12pm and
$149 6th-8th Grade 9am-3pm
Drop off & pick up information:
Campers should be dropped off and picked up from the Grassfield High School Gymnasium.
Register though - gofan.com
Contact Coach Sutton or Coach Demark for more information.
demarcus.shepard@cpschools.com
kipsutton4444@gmail.com
Join us tonight at Hugo Owens for the 6th, 7th, and 8th grade spring chorus concert. Free admission!
Happy National Speech-Language-Hearing Month! A big thank you to the audiologists, SLPs, and scientists who help us connect. From first words to hearing again, your work changes lives. Celebrate the power of communication!
Mustangs, all library books are officially now due and book checkouts are now closed for the year. Check your lockers, backpacks, and homes, and please return all books to the Hugo Owens Middle School library or any book drop today. Thank you!
Double the celebrations on Friday! We honored our brilliant Scholars of the Month with a special breakfast, and thanked our amazing top library helpers with a well-deserved donut breakfast! So proud of these students' hard work and dedication! #StudentSuccess #LibraryHelpers
History came alive last week! The Hampton Roads Naval Museum visited our school, bringing incredible naval history and a super fun, interactive ship reenactment activity. Our students had a blast!
Graduation season is here, and for many seniors, the biggest question is: “What’s next?” In our latest district podcast episode, we hear from three seniors whose journeys reflect our focus on the “three E’s” after graduation: enrollment, enlistment, or employment. 🎓
Featured guests include:
- Myah Evans (Deep Creek High): U.S. Navy enlistment
- Parker Sylvia (Western Branch High & Chesapeake Career Center): welding certification and employment with Collins Machine Works
- Sophie Rambo (Grassfield High): University of Georgia track scholarship athlete
From military service and skilled trades to college athletics, each student shares how preparation, mentorship, and opportunity helped shape their next step after high school. Listen at cpschools.com/amplified or wherever you get your podcast. 🎧 🎉
It’s an 8th-grade tradition! Our 8th graders are taking over the anchor desk for their final weeks on MTV. Keep an eye out for familiar faces and special guest speakers they’ve hand-picked to join them. Let’s send them off to high school in style! 🎤
Got a hidden talent just waiting for the spotlight? Whether you're a singer, dancer, comedian, magician, or you just have a really cool trick (yes, balancing a spoon on your nose counts!), we want to see it!Don't just watch the show be the show! How to Sign Up ? Ready to show us what you've got? ! There will be no auditions in person!! ! Please upload a short sample video of your talent. (Maximum length 2 1/2 minutes) Show Days: June 12th during 6th and 7th Bells. Visit the HOM Media Center Canvas page for the direct link.
Attention Mustangs ! Testing is tomorrow! Make sure your Chromebook is plugged in tonight so it is 100% fully charged!
In honor of Jewish American Heritage Month, Hugo Owens Middle School celebrates the rich history and vibrant traditions of the community! We are proud to honor these lasting contributions and legacy. Let’s learn, share, and grow together this May! #HOM #JewishAmericanHeritageMonth
Our 7th grade science students are egg-cited to welcome baby chicks to school! 🐣 Students had the opportunity to observe the hatching process firsthand and learn about life cycles through this unforgettable hands-on science!
Last Thursday, we gathered for our district retirement ceremony to celebrate the “Noteworthy Impact” our 2026 retirees have made across Chesapeake Public Schools. 💙✨
Together, we honored 166 dedicated employees whose service, leadership, and compassion have helped shape the lives of students, staff, families, and our entire community. Together, they represent 3,499 collective years of commitment to public education and student success. #CPSCelebrates #EmpowerCPS
📸 See the photo gallery from the ceremony: https://photos.app.goo.gl/ThqnjmPcaGbTH7Lw7
📖 View the full list of retirees: https://canva.link/cpsretirement2026
🎥 Watch the full ceremony: https://youtube.com/live/7niBtbGHZgs
From classrooms and cafeterias to buses, offices, and beyond, we thank our retirees for the lasting difference they have made across our district. 🌟
Together, we honored 166 dedicated employees whose service, leadership, and compassion have helped shape the lives of students, staff, families, and our entire community. Together, they represent 3,499 collective years of commitment to public education and student success. #CPSCelebrates #EmpowerCPS
📸 See the photo gallery from the ceremony: https://photos.app.goo.gl/ThqnjmPcaGbTH7Lw7
📖 View the full list of retirees: https://canva.link/cpsretirement2026
🎥 Watch the full ceremony: https://youtube.com/live/7niBtbGHZgs
From classrooms and cafeterias to buses, offices, and beyond, we thank our retirees for the lasting difference they have made across our district. 🌟
Our custodial team keeps Hugo Owens Middle School shining every single day! We are so grateful for your hard work, dedication, and the care you put into our school. Happy Custodial Staff Recognition Week to the best crew around.
Fueling our favorites! SCA spent the morning delivering fresh donuts to the staff lounge. It’s a token of our massive appreciation for the teachers who go above and beyond every single day. Thanks for being the best!
