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September 10, 2026
Volleyball Intramurals Session 4 - 9/14
Good evening Ranger Fam!!!Please click the link below if you'd like to sign up for the 4th session of Volleyball Intramurals!!Howard’s Intramural program is a morning sports activity program that p...
September 3, 2026
Volleyball Intramurals Session 3 - 9/8
Good evening Ranger Fam!!!Please click the link below if you'd like to sign up for the 3rd session of Volleyball Intramurals!!Howard’s Intramural program is a morning sports activity program that p...
September 1, 2026
Volleyball Intramurals
August 25, 2026
Howard vs. Maitland Soccer Game Tomorrow!!!!
Come out and support our Rangers as they take on Maitland in the first game of the season!!!The game will be at Maitland starting at 4:30. Use the link below to purchase tickets online (cash option...
August 12, 2026
Anniversary School Spirit T-Shirts
August 5, 2026
Interested in trying out for a sport at Howard?
April 20, 2026
Spring Stakeholder Survey for Families
Ranger Families,OCPS is gathering feedback and giving you the opportunity to tell them about your child's school. Please complete the short survey. It should take 1-5 minutes to complete.Scan the Q...
March 13, 2026
Annie Jr. Tickets Go Live Tomorrow, 3/13/26!
Howard Families,The Howard M.S. Theatre Department is excited to announce that tickets for our upcoming production of Annie, Jr. will be on sale tomorrow, March 13th!Join us for this heartwarming a...
February 20, 2026
Art Exhibition and competition
Our Howard Art Department and outstanding students will be showcasing their photography, digital arts, and 3D art pieces at the Central Florida Fair from February 26 through March 8.Art3D art selec...
School Profile
Vision: Every student graduates prepared and inspired for a thriving future.
Mission: Together with our families and the community, we empower students with a superior academic experience, essential life skills, and boundless opportunities.
Address:800 E.Robinson Street Orlando, FL. 32801
Phone: 407-245-1780
Principal:Dr. W John McHale
Mascot:Ranger
Colors: Red/ Blue
School Office Hours: 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Grades: 6th -8th
First Period Begins: 9:30 a.m.
Dismissal: 4:04 on M,T,TH,F and 2:54 p.m. on W
Principal’s Message
I am truly excited to be part of the Howard Family: impressed with the creativity, enthusiasm and pure joy amongst our students and faculty. Although my own artistic abilities are still a work in progress, I continue to find inspiration and support from all the exceptional talents here at HMS.
As we head into our 100th year, I know that we will find hope in the culture already established. We will continue to build a school that is inclusive and a safe space for all. My goal is for every child to feel valued and respected, while given the space to grow as an artist and citizen.
Speaking of those spaces, with the new year comes even more opportunities. In keeping with our commitment to thriving artists, I can’t wait for our students and thier families to finally see the finished building. From the PAC to dance studios to the black box theatre, dressing rooms for all performance areas, and art rooms, our creative spirits will soar! Not to mention the new science rooms, gym and courtyard, TV production studio, and as always, our superior academics.
I hope to see everyone at all the great events that Howard Middle School offers. Encourage your child to seek new opportunities and experiences. Finally, support them as they discover themselves here at Howard Middle School Academy of Arts.
I wish everyone a Rangeriffic year!
Dr. W. John McHale, Principal
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