Principal Shay Swan
Principal Shay Swan
WELCOME TO THE 2023-2024 SCHOOL YEAR

*Homedale Middle School is dedicated to the success of our students. We believe that a good education is the most powerful opportunity you will receive in life. Education can be maximized through a passion to learn, a strong work ethic, and a great attitude. Everything we do is in the best interest of our students - we inspire them to dream toward a better future, and we equip them with the skills necessary to achieve those dreams. *

*We would like to welcome you and your child to a great school. We hope this year is your greatest school year ever. Homedale Middle School is dedicated to your success!*Go Trojans!

How is middle school different?

In lots of ways! For one thing, it may be bigger than your old school, and you will have:

  • More independence: you may have a chance to choose classes and activities that interest you.
  • Different classes: you may go to a different classroom for different subjects. Don't worry; you'll fine your way around in not time.
  • Duties: it's your responsibility to learn what the rules are. Read the student handbook with your teacher and classmates the first week of school and ask questions.
  • A busier Schedule: moving from one class to another, and lunchtime may be shorter that your old school.
  • More classmates: there may be different students in every class you have. Some may be from different ethnic and cultural backgrounds. Get to know your classmates; make friends. Some teachers have students work in groups; this is a good chance to make new friends.
  • More classmates: there may be different students in every class you have. Some may be from different ethnic and cultural backgrounds. Get to know your classmates; make friends. Some teachers have students work in groups; this is a good chance to make new friends.
  • More choices: you can take part in an extra-curricular activity such as band, choir, sports, or the school newspaper.
  • More new friends: you may feel lonely if you aren't in the same classes as your old friends. Here are some ideas for making new friends: be friendly, be a good listener, get involved, be yourself, be a good friend, and don't worry if you don't make new friends right away. Building good friendships can take take time.
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