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26.27 BCESC Preschool Program Application

Preschool registration for the 2026/2027 school year will be completed through the Butler County Educational Service Center.

GMS Mini Job Fair

Ms. Marron's Career Exploration class hosts a job fair!

GMS Art Class - Zentangles

Check out Ms. Frey's gallery of student artwork titled "Zentangles".

Spreading Kindness Through Art
Griffins Enroll in Miami University Art Workshops

Griffins enrolled in a Fashion Design course!

The Griffin Roar - March Issue

The newest Griffin Roar issue - out now!

Mixed Media Artwork

Check out our talented artists!

All About Me Artwork

Check out the All About Me Portfolios!

GMS 3rd Quarter Incentive

GMS celebrating the end of 3rd quarter with a basketball tournament, open gym, and a movie! 

GMS Talent Show

GMS students showcased many talents at a Talent Show hosted by the student council!

PLTW Petting Zoo

Students showing off their pets in the PLTW petting zoo!

Miami University Art Workshop Participants

5 Garfield students participating in Miami University art workshops.

Cleats for a Cause Luncheon
Semester 2 "All About Me" Digital Collages

Second semester art students created digital "All About Me" collages.

Love the Bus Campaign - GMS

February is "Love the Bus" month, and GMS is showing their appreciation!

Building Real-World Readiness Skills

Mrs. Ahonen's ERI get real-world skill practice through mock interviews.

The Griffin Roar - December Issue
Portraits - Mixed Media Exhibition

Mixed Media Exhibition - Can you recognize these GMS Artists?

7th Grade Water Cycle Projects

Students created dioramas and posters to show the water cycle!

PLTW's "Adopt a Kindergartener" Project
17 Strong Neighborhood Photography

Check out Hamilton's neighborhood's from Garfield students' perspectives!

Another GMS "My Cause My Cleats" Winner!
NFL's "My Cause My Cleats" - WE HAVE A WINNER!
Sources of Strength Gratitude Challenge

Sources of Strength Peer Leaders hosted a gratitude challenge this week in celebration of Thanksgiving Break.

Moving Bridges Project Showcase in PLTW

Students used their engineering skills to construct movable bridges!

Garfield Honoring Veterans at Annual Assembly

Garfield’s Annual Veteran’s Day Assembly

A Positive Spin on Social Media Trends

8th grade teacher finding ways to connect with students' social media trends in a positive, academic way.

Great Start to GMS Fishing Club

The GMS Fishing Club has had a great start! Check it out here!

Guest Speaker for 7th Grade
Aesthetic Boards - check out our work!

Check out these student aesthetic boards created in Art Class!

First Quarter FUN!

Our first quarter ended with a Volleyball Tournament Celebration! Check it out!

Portfolio Artwork - All About Me

Check out our latest exhibition here & down the main hallway at Garfield!

GMS Scavenger Hunt
Butler Tech Visit

Butler Tech visits 7th grade ELA classes!

Flower Fridays at GMS

GMS students create flower bouquets to give to teachers!

PLTW Hosts a Petting Zoo

PLTW hosts a petting zoo!

A Visit from Arrow Blue
1st Garfield Book Club Meeting

Garfield's Book Club collaborated with the Lane Library for their first session!

2025HomecomingCourt

We’re proud to introduce the Hamilton High School 2025 Homecoming Court! These students represent the spirit, pride, and tradition of Hamilton. Join us in celebrating them as we get ready for an unforgettable Homecoming week!

8th Grade Science - Stream Tables

8th grade science students learned first hand how erosion and deposition for river features and structures.

Cleats for a Cause

Garfield students are invited to create a design for a pair of NFL cleats to be worn during a National game!

Parent-Teacher Conferences on September 11th

Conferences are on September 11th from 4:00-7:00pm.

Media Release for Community Eligibility Provision (CEP)

The Hamilton City Schools is pleased to announce today its continued participation in the
Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) under the National School Lunch Program and School
Breakfast Program for the 2025-2026 school year.

Clerical Assessment Opportunity - Wednesday, July 30, 2025

Registration for Clerical Testing:

Wednesday, July 30, 2025

Registration - Click here to register.

HHS Graduation Weather Update

Unfortunately, the weather forecast for the initially planned Tuesday night ceremony (May 13, 2025, @ 7:30 p.m.) is not promising, with rain forecasted throughout the early evening and beyond.

ELA Ohio State Testing and End of Course Exams Begin March 31st!

English Language Arts (ELA) Ohio State Tests and End of Course Exams begin on March 31 and go through April 25, 2025. 

Clerical Assessment Opportunity - Monday, April 21, 2025
The Griffin Roar - March Issue
Boys Tennis Announcement
2025.01.31 - Press Release - Administrative Changes

2025.01.31 - Press Release - Administrative Changes

All About Me Digital Collages
Recognizing Our School Board Members

January is School Board Recognition Month.  We celebrate our very own school board members.  Thank you for all you do.

Mandala Drawings
Girls Futsal League
Winter Window Murals
dicsoveringwellnessnewsletter

The December 2024 Caregiver Newsletter features a variety of resources and events aimed at supporting mental health and wellness for families and teens. Highlights include:

  • 3rd Annual Family Education Day on February 9, 2025, at the Cincinnati Zoo, focusing on mental health insights for teens and caregivers, with tickets priced at $12.
  • Tips for Finals Week to help students manage stress and maintain healthy habits during exams.
  • Conversation Starters and guides to foster meaningful family discussions about mental wellness.
  • Opportunities to purchase curated Wellness Boxes as thoughtful holiday gifts.
  • A curated list of recommended books and podcasts, including Lisa Damour's Emotional Lives of Teenagers and mindfulness exercises with Grover.

This newsletter encourages active participation and offers practical tools to promote emotional well-being for the holiday season and beyond.

November Students of the Month
Basketball Teams
Pumpkin/Skull Contest Winners 2024
Student Council Elections
Athlete of the Week
Vote for your Favorite Pumpkin & Skull!
Educator of Excellence Ceremony
The Griffin Roar: October Edition
Harry T. Wilks Educator of Excellence Award
Lane Library Board of Trustee Notice

The Board of Education of Hamilton City School District is accepting applications for appointment to the Lane Public Library Board of Trustees.

Seasonal Auditorium Display
Fitton Center FotoFocus Exhibition Winners!
Sources of Strength Scavenger Hunt
All About Me Digital Collage
Swimming and Diving
Cross Country
2024 Parent Welcome Back Information

Back to School information from Superintendant Holbrook.

Clerical Assessment Opportunity - Tuesday, August 6, 2024

Registration for Clerical Testing:  Tuesday, August 6, 2024
Registration - Click here to register.

2024-2025 Welcome back newsletter for parents!

2024-2025 Welcome back newsletter for parents!  Click to view the information in English and Spanish.

Crystal Owl Recipient - Amy Butterfield

Crystal Owl Recipient - Amy Butterfield

 
Performing Arts Schedule
Ceramics on Display at GMS
ELL Showcase
Fitton Center Scholarship Winners
Happy Earth Day!
Window Murals at Garfield
2024 Heroes of Character "Be the Change" Celebration

The 2024 Heroes of Character “Be the Change” Celebration was held on April 11, 2024, at the Delta Marriott Hotel in Sharonville, Ohio.

Boys' Basketball Team Secures Conference Title
Boys Basketball Tournament
Chef Jonathan Zaragoza Introduces Hamilton City Schools to Culinary Adventure

Chef Jonathan Zaragoza brought his culinary expertise to Hamilton City Schools.

Cutting Edge Performance
Athlete of the Week 12/18/23
December Students of the Month
Athlete of the Week 12/8/23
Athlete of the Week 11/27/23
November Students of the Month
Athlete of the Week 11/17/23
Athlete of the Week 11/10/23
Honoring Our Heroes: A Veterans Day Assembly Recap
Athlete of the Week 11/3/23
We're Hiring!
Boys Basketball Tryouts

Boys Basketball Tryouts

Girls Basketball Tryouts
October Students of the Month
Project Lead the Way Creations

Project Lead the Way Creations

2023 HHS GRADUATION DATE AND TIME CHANGE

The 2023 Hamilton High School Graduation Ceremony has been moved to SATURDAY, MAY 20, 2023, BEGINNING AT 12:00 p.m. (noon).

  • Graduation
  • Hamilton High School
2023 Summer School/Credit Recovery Grades 9-12

Summer school/credit recovery is offered to students in grades 9-12 in Hamilton City Schools for  FREE. Classes will be held in the CTE building of Hamilton High School.

  • summer school
Hamilton Fine Arts Department presents Disney's NEWSIES the Musical

Hamilton Fine Arts Department presents Disney's NEWSIES the Musical 

  • Drama
  • Fine Arts
  • Theatre
Hamilton City Schools Named One of the Best Districts for Music Education

Hamilton City School District named one of the best districts for music education.

  • District News
  • Fine Arts
  • Music
Special Permission and Open Enrollment Applications for 2023-2024 (Next School Year)
  • Enrollment
  • Special Permission
Kindergarten Registration for 2023-2024

Kindergarten Registration begins on April 1, 2023.  

  • Enrollment
  • Kindergarten
  • Registration
NOTICE OF BOARD OF EDUCATION EXECUTIVE/OPEN SESSION MEETING - March 9, 2023

Board of Education Executive/Open Session Notice for March 9, 2023

  • Board of Education
NOTICE OF BOARD OF EDUCATION EXECUTIVE/OPEN SESSION MEETING - NOVEMBER 10, 2022
  • Board of Education