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Mrs. Valery Reed, HMS Principal

Principal's Message

Dear Students and Families,

Welcome to another exciting year at Harlem Middle School! We are thrilled to begin the 2026-2027 school year and look forward to partnering with you to make this a year filled with learning, growth, achievement, and memorable experiences.
 
At HMS, we believe every student can succeed when supported by strong relationships, high expectations, and a positive school culture. Our dedicated faculty and staff are committed to providing engaging learning opportunities while creating a safe and supportive environment where all students can thrive academically, socially, and personally.

As we begin the new school year, we encourage every student to embrace our HMS values and live out The Bulldog Promise each day:
Respectful - in my words and actions.
Responsible - for my choices and learning.
Ready - to learn, grow, and welcome opportunity each day.
This promise serves as the foundation of our school community and reflects the expectations we have for all Bulldogs to be inspired both inside and outside the classroom.

We encourage students to get involved, challenge themselves academically, build positive relationships, and take advantage of the many opportunities available at HMS. Families play an essential role in student success, and we appreciate your partnership as we work together to support every child throughout the school year.

Thank you for entrusting us with your child's education. We look forward to an outstanding year of learning, growth, and building the Bulldog Promise. Together, we will make the 2026-2027 school year a success!

Go Bulldogs!
Valery Reed, Principal
Harlem Middle School
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News & Announcements

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School Bus Information At Your Fingertips

Learn how to find your child's bus stop, route, pickup and drop-off times, track their school bus, or receive daily bus assignment. Click here for step-by-step instructions on accessing all transportation information through ParentSquare, including bus tracking links, route information, and real-time morning and afternoon bus assignments.
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2027-2028 School Year District Calendar Options

The Columbia County School District is seeking stakeholder feedback on the 2027-2028 School Year Calendar. The survey is posted on the district and all school websites and is open now through August 21, 2026.
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26-27 Student Registration Now Open

Registration is now open for both new and returning students to the Columbia County School District for the 2026-2027 school year. This includes rising Kindergarteners. All students are required to complete the annual online registration before the first day of school on Tuesday, August 4, 2026.
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Resilient Teens Summit
HMS parent orientation information 9/14/26 6-7pm
Parent Orientation
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School Bus Information At Your Fingertips
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2027-2028 School Year District Calendar Options
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HMS School Supply List 26-27
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26-27 Student Registration Now Open
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  • 1029 Approximate student population
  • 78 Highly trained teachers and professional staff
  • 2017 Year new school building opened to students
  • 23 Dedicated school support staff
  • 5 Number of classes available for high school credit