Horace Maynard Middle School is finishing the school year on a high note, with students and teams excelling across academics, athletics, and extracurriculars.

Over 50% of the 8th grade class will leave HMMS already earning high school credits—a testament to their hard work and academic focus. Even more impressively, six standout students are leaving with three high school credits each, giving them a major head start on their high school journey.

Horace Maynard Middle School is excited to welcome future students and their families to the upcoming 6th Grade Night, scheduled for Monday, April 29th from 5:30 to 6:00 PM. This special event is designed to give rising 6th graders a preview of life at HMMS and help ease the transition into middle school.

The HMMS Tennis team have had some incredible performances this year, showcasing not only their talent on the court but also their sportsmanship and positive attitudes. The results are speaking for themselves! In a match against JFWA on April 2nd, the team won all three doubles matches and won ten out of eleven singles matches. The teams played again on April 8th, and HMMS won all five doubles matches and eight out of nine singles matches. With these remarkable performances, the team proved they are truly a force to be reckoned with.

The Horace Maynard Middle School girls' softball team has made incredible progress and shown consistent growth to kick off the season.

Coach Lindsay Wagganer shared, “We have played some tough teams so far, including Rutledge, Cumberland Gap and Clinton, and our hard work has paid off with a 4-1 record. Each practice is an opportunity to improve, and the dedication from our players is evident in their performance on the field.”

The softball team is currently in first place in the district.

We are thrilled to announce a very special event to celebrate the legacy of Coach John Edds, with a dedication of our middle school baseball field in his honor. The ceremony will take place on April 3 at 5 p.m., and we invite all former players and community members to join us as we recognize the incredible contributions John made to the baseball program.

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 Horace Maynard Middle School. 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. These students (in photo) 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.