Horace Maynard Middle School (HMMS) is excited to announce its inaugural Spring CTE (Career and Technical Education) Market, a fun-filled event for the whole family! This community celebration will take place on April 5th from 11am-2pm, offering a variety of activities, local products, and entertainment for all ages.

Guests can enjoy time with the Easter Bunny, perfect for those looking to capture special holiday moments with photos. A petting zoo will be set up, where kids can get up close with friendly farm animals. For those seeking a bit more adventure, an obstacle course will also be available to encourage fun and physical activity.

Spring is an exciting time of year at HMMS! Not only does it mark the start of spring sports season, but it also highlights the achievements of standout students in the classroom. This month, the school community came together to celebrate the Student of the Month for December, January, and February. Those students have demonstrated exceptional effort, leadership, and a positive attitude in their studies and extracurricular activities.

Our 6th grade students at Horace Maynard Middle School are competing in the annual Science Fair. The top six winners will be judged on February 27 by Clinch-Powell Education Cooperative. The two school-wide winners will each receive $150 and advance to the 12th Annual Regional Science Fair at LMU on March 7, where they'll compete against 6th graders from six counties.

In a spirited display of athleticism (this term is used very loosely for staff) and school spirit, the Staff vs. Student basketball game at Horace Maynard Middle School brought together teachers and students for a morning of friendly competition. The event, held last Wednesday, packed the gym with enthusiastic spectators, creating a fun and lively atmosphere that united the entire school community. The staff did squeak out a 61-58 victory and from what we can tell there were no long-term injuries to staff members. The money raised during the game will go to support the HMMS Beta Club.

Dr. Jimmy Carter, Union County Director of Schools, introduced Dr. Tobi Kilgore as the new HMMS Principal at the July Board of Education meeting. Kilgore related that he has a wide array of experience in administration at the middle and high school level in Knox County.

Horace Maynard Middle School (HMMS) received a grant of $2,500 from the Tennessee Valley Authority, in partnership with Bicentennial Volunteers Incorporated for a STEM (science, technology, education, and math) education project.

Red Devils Baseball Lose in a Close Game Against Campbell County. The Red Devils traveled to Campbell County on April 17. Trot Russell started out on the mound and lasted 3 innings, but was relieved by Eben Hansen in the fourth inning after giving up 2 runs to tie the game at 5. The two teams were tied going into the last inning. Hansen started the 5th with a walk and a double with no outs. Red Devils chose to load the bases with the #4 hitter up. Hansen struck the next batter out but then lost the next batter to a walk that was resulting in Campbell County winning with a walk-off base on balls. With Campbell County scoring a walk-off, the Devils lost 5-6. The Devils did not have a strong offense, nor did they have a strong defense.