Hamlin Robinson School is participating in the Assessment of Inclusivity and Multiculturalism (AIM). AIM is a comprehensive survey designed to evaluate diversity, multiculturalism, equity, and justice within a school. This survey will assist in strategic planning initiatives that support building and sustaining an inclusive school community.  

This year, HRS families will receive a link to the AIM survey on Thursday, March 28. Your participation is strongly encouraged and will provide valuable information for school growth in meeting our community goals of inclusion and belonging. Questions? Please contact Heather Burgess.

Thank you to everyone who supported this year's Auction (online and live) through donations, volunteering, and attendance. All funds raised benefit the critical mission of our school.

What's next?

• If you were the winning bidder for an auction item, please fill out this form so that we can quickly and efficiently connect you with your items. 
• Teacher Adventures - several options are still open for registration and can be found through the Online Auction page.
• The Advancement Office is currently processing donation and sales receipts, which will be mailed soon.
• If your employer has a matching gifts program, please let them know about your contributions. HRS is a registered 501(c)3 non-profit organization.

Please contact auction@hamlinrobinson.org with any questions.

Our HRS Librarians love it when families reach out with questions about finding books and, specifically, about finding books in a student's Lexile Range. The HRS Library webpage now has a short video and other information to assist in this process. The posted resources were created for Middle School, but they are also applicable to Lower School searches. 

Visit the HRS Library webpage and look for the Finding Books in Lexile Range tab under Library Resources. 

HRS families are invited to attend this year's Middle School STEAM Fair, which will take place on Thursday, April 4. Students work on STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) projects for 6-weeks, conducting experiments, designing and building prototypes, and answering scientific questions. Below, please note the specific times for grade level presentations.

• Level 6 presentations: 9:16- 9:51am
• Level 7 presentations: 10:50- 11:55am
• Level 8 presentations: 1:50- 2:55pm  

Registrations for Spring After School Programs are wrapping up and can be found through the Auxiliary Programs tile on myHRS. In addition to Track and Field, there are several other Spring offerings including: ultimate frisbee (Lower School), stop motion, and watercolor! If you have any questions, please contact Auxiliary Programs Manager, Austin Hackett.

Hamlin Robinson School, through the HRS Learning Center, partners with the Rainier Valley Food Bank to support literacy efforts in the greater community. HRS families are invited to take part in the upcoming Book Fair on March 30 at the Rainier Beach Community Center. The event will feature hundreds of free books in multiple languages, as well as activities and games for kids. Find details here.

While you're there, say hello to staff at our HRS Learning Center table!

Join us on Thursday, March 28, for our next HRS Speaker Series event: How Developmental Language Disorders Shape Communication, Learning and Behavior. View full details are available on the HRS Speaker Series webpage. This virtual event is free of charge, but advanced registration is required.

Spring conferences are happening on Thursday, March 14 and Friday, March 15 (no classes for students on these dates). Conference sign-ups were sent out by homeroom/advisory teachers. Families can access Trimester 2 progress reports through myHRS.

Wow - we did it! Thank you to everyone who supported this year's Auction (online and live) through donations, volunteering, and attendance. You are an integral part of this massive endeavor, and we could not do it without you. For those of you who were able to attend the live event on March 9, we hope that you enjoyed the evening and had fun bidding on awesome auction packages. All funds raised will benefit the critical mission of our school.

What's next?

• Teacher Adventures - several options are still open for registration and can be found through the Online Auction page.
• The Advancement Office is currently processing winning bids and donations. Receipts, pick-up, and event contact information will be shared soon.
• If your employer has a matching gifts program, please let them know about your contributions. HRS is a registered 501(c)3 non-profit organization.

Please contact auction@hamlinrobinson.org with any questions.

Each year, the HRS Auction Fund-A-Need raises funds for specific needs at Hamlin Robinson School. This year, Fund-A-Need 2024 contributions will be used to support professional development opportunities for HRS faculty and staff.  Additionally, 25% of Fund-A-Need proceeds are automatically directed to the Tuition Assistance Endowment.

With your support, we've already raised approximately $170,000 for this year's Fund-A-Need, and donations and matches continue to arrive! We are humbled by and grateful for your generosity. If you would still like to donate, please visit the Online Auction homepage. Thank you!

The HRS Lower School art studio is requesting donations of materials to supplement our prolific sculpture artists! If you ever have any of the items below to donate, please drop them off at the Lower School front office. Thank you! 

• Paper towel and toilet paper tubes
• Small empty boxes (e.g., tissue boxes or smaller)
• Rolls or sheets of foil

Registrations for Spring After School Programs are live and can be found through the Auxiliary Programs tile on myHRS. In addition to Track and Field, there are several other Spring offerings including: ultimate frisbee (Lower School), stop motion, and watercolor!

Also, a limited number of spaces opened for HRS Music Academy spring sessions, featuring one-on-one lessons for piano, guitar, violin, and other instruments. Spring session options can be found through the Auxiliary Programs tile on myHRS.

If you have any questions, please contact Auxiliary Programs Manager, Austin Hackett.

Join us on Thursday, March 28, for our next HRS Speaker Series event: How Developmental Language Disorders Shape Communication, Learning and Behavior. View full details are available on the HRS Speaker Series webpage. This virtual event is free of charge, but advanced registration is required.

HRS families, please save the date for this year's Middle School STEAM Fair, which will take place on Thursday, April 4. Students work on STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) projects for 6-weeks, conducting experiments, designing and building prototypes, and answering scientific questions. Below, please note the times for grade level presentations. HRS families are invited to attend.

• Level 6 presentations: 9:16- 9:51am
• Level 7 presentations: 10:50- 11:55am
• Level 8 presentations: 1:50- 2:55pm  

The HRS Online Auction is live and bidding will continue through 12:00 noon on Sunday, March 10. Feel free to share the online auction link with friends and family who might also like to bid! Not only do you have the chance to place the winning bid on cool stuff, all online auction proceeds directly support the educational programs of Hamlin Robinson School. It's a win-win! When you visit the online auction homepage, you'll find:

• Teacher Adventures - awesome HRS student opportunities for after-school fun
• Event Tickets
• Appliances and Electronics
• And much more! 
• Hot tip: Click the menu button at the top left of the online auction screen (3-bars) to view online auction items by category. 

Thank you to our community for donating these items in support of Hamlin Robinson School. You make a difference! Please contact auction@hamlinrobinson.org with any questions.

Each year, the HRS Auction Fund-A-Need raises funds for specific needs at Hamlin Robinson School. This year, Fund-A-Need 2024 contributions will be used to support professional development opportunities for HRS faculty and staff. By providing our teachers with the tools they need to make the greatest impact on students in the classroom, they will be better equipped to deliver a world-class program to HRS students. Additionally, 25% of Fund-A-Need proceeds are automatically directed to the Tuition Assistance Endowment.

Not attending the live auction? You can donate directly through the Online Auction home page. Click the big, blue Fund-A-Need button. Thank you!

March is Women’s History Month, a time to recognize, honor, and celebrate trailblazing women across the world. Visit the HRS Library webpage to view engaging books for students of all ages and learn more about incredible, history-making women of the past and the present!

HRS families, please save the date for this year's Middle School STEAM Fair, which will take place on Thursday, April 4. STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) projects are the most extensive projects that HRS students plan and create. We'll share more details in the coming weeks, but please note the times for grade level Middle School presentations below. All presentations will take place in the HRS Middle School building on April 4, and HRS families are invited to attend.

• Level 6 presentations: 9:16- 9:51am
• Level 7 presentations: 10:50- 11:55am
• Level 8 presentations: 1:50- 2:55pm  

Registrations for Spring After School Programs are live and can be found through the Auxiliary Programs tile on myHRS. In addition to Track and Field, there are several other Spring offerings including: ultimate frisbee (Lower School), stop motion, and watercolor!

Register today to reserve a space for your student! If you have any questions, please reach out to Auxiliary Programs Manager, Austin Hackett.

Join us on Thursday, March 28, for our next HRS Speaker Series event: How Developmental Language Disorders Shape Communication, Learning and Behavior. Our very own Dr. Sonja Bradford will explore the nature of developmental language disorders and their impact on academic and social success. She will also provide resources to better support these learners.

View full details are available on the HRS Speaker Series webpage. This virtual event is free of charge, but advanced registration is required.