VHMS PTO

06/04/2026

Here are Hamilton parents, the Leonards, cooling off with some yummy ice cream while supporting the VHMS PTO's efforts to raise funds for orchestra instruments storage.

There's still time to get your scoops - the Sequoya Commons/Midvale location is open until 9 p.m. 20% of sales from the day will be donated back. We appreciate the support!

06/04/2026

What a beautiful day to get some ice cream! You are invited to grab a scoop (or two) of ice cream at Chocolate Shoppe (555 S. Midvale Blvd) today from 11am-9pm as part of our restaurant night series. 20% of all purchases will be donated to support our Hamilton Orchestra. Hope to see you there!

05/06/2026

Join us for a tasty night out that serves up more than just a meal! Support Hamilton PTO at Panera Bread on Mineral Point Road on Wednesday, May 6th from 4:00 – 8:00 PM and help raise vital funds for our school.

05/01/2026

Reminder: No school on Friday, May 1.

Be sure to check the Madison Metropolitan School District calendar for upcoming days off in May. Visit the district website for the full schedule. https://www.madison.k12.wi.us/about/calendar-of-events/2025-2026-school-year-calendar

05/01/2026

📣 Building for the Future: Join the Conversation!

The Madison Metropolitan School District invites families, students, staff and community members to upcoming input sessions to help shape the future of our schools.
Your voice matters. As we plan for future enrollment and school boundaries, we want to hear from you.

✔️ Learn about the work underway
�✔️ Explore enrollment trends and future planning
�✔️ Review draft scenarios
�✔️ Share your feedback
🗓️ Multiple in-person and virtual sessions available
�🍽️ Dinner provided at in-person events (arrive early!)

👉 Visit our website to view the full schedule and RSVP: https://ow.ly/A1oP50YSQcq

04/19/2026

Dear Hamilton Families,

Spring conferences are coming up and we hosting a potluck style lunch for staff on Friday, April 24. PTO is providing sandwiches from Hyvee and we are asking families to bring a dish, and onsite help the day-of to help setup, serve, and clean up. Here is the link to sign up and details are below. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050D4BAAA92FA3FF2-63426455-spring

Dishes that do not need refrigeration can be dropped off in the morning. Otherwise, please drop off your dish (and serving utensils) at 11:30am. Lunch is from 12:05-12:40 in the culinary room. Cleanup is from 2-2:30pm.

We appreciate all you do to help support our staff!

Please review the available slots below and click on the button to sign up. We have 65 wonderful staff in total and some have vegan and gluten-free dietary restrictions. We welcome help with setup (11:30-12:00) serving (12:05-12:40) and cleanup (2-2:30) day-of -- sign up is below. Thank you!

04/19/2026

Wear your Hamilton Spirit!

The Hamilton PTO Spirit Wear Shop is now open! Select from a wide variety of styles, colors, and designs!

Orders may be placed now through May 1st, and items will be delivered to Hamilton the week of May 5th for pick up by you or your student.

Shop at: Hamilton PTO Spirit Wear Shop SPRING 2026 https://ham26.itemorder.com/

04/17/2026

🚨 Weather Update – Friday, April 17, 2026 - All afterschool activities cancelled

To ensure the safety of our students and staff due to anticipated storms, all afterschool activities are cancelled today. This includes MSCR programming, building permits, athletic events and practices.

We’re sharing this decision as early as possible to give families time to plan, based on the best information available right now.

For more details on how weather-related decisions are made, visit: mmsd.org/weather

04/14/2026

⚠️ Weather Update - MMSD and MSCR activities after 6 p.m. cancelled today, Tuesday, April 14, 2026

Due to anticipated storms and their unpredictability, and with the safety of our students and staff firmly in mind, all MMSD programming scheduled for 6 p.m. and later is cancelled. This includes MSCR community programs, external facility rentals, and athletic events and practices. In addition, MSCR middle school afterschool programs are canceled.

We are making this call now to provide families as much notice as possible, with the best information available to us at this time.

Learn more about how weather-related decisions are made: mmsd.org/weather.

03/21/2026

Reminder: No school March 23–27, for Spring Break. School will resume for K-12 students on Monday, March 30. 4K/EC does not attend on Mondays.

We hope you have a safe and restful break!

2025–26 Calendar for reference: https://www.madison.k12.wi.us/about/calendar-of-events/2025-2026-school-year-calendar