Welcome back to another exciting year! We are going to continue implementing our School wide Positive Behavior Support Program (H.A.W.K.S.). We are all very eager about seeing our students respond to these behavior expectations. These behaviors will continued to be positively reinforced throughout the school for the reminder of your child's middle school career. We expect all of our students to be:

Honest Accountable Willing Kind Safe

Students, as Principal of HMS, my job is to ensure the safety of all my students. This is a big responsibility that I do not take lightly. I am also here to offer a helping hand when it comes to academics and life's unusual twists and turns. Please feel free to come in and talk with me any time. My door is always open.

"Education is what remains after one has forgotten everything he learned in school." -Albert Einstein

Parents, I believe in education and I will do anything in my power to make sure that your child is successful. We want their middle school years to be as positive as they can. If you need anything, please let me know. My email address is darrellwestfall@hjisd.net and my extension is 3403. Also, every Friday, I will send out a weekly email. In the email, we will update you on the events of the week and what to look forward to in the weeks to come. Parent communication is key in our success with your children. Every quarter, you will receive a newsletter in the mail. Thank you so much for your support of HMS. I look forward to a great year!