Howard Middle

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What is ParentSquare?

ParentSquare is a unified communication platform that offers a variety of tools that allow the district, school administrators and teachers to more effectively communicate and engage with families and students.

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Hurricane Season: June 1 - November 30

Hurricanes are dangerous and can cause major damage from storm surge, wind damage, rip currents and flooding.

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Bus Route Information for the 2025-26 School Year

Bus route assignments for the upcoming 2025-2026 school year will be available to view on August 1, 2025.

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OCPS Parent Portal Concerns?

If you are experiencing issues with an OCPS Parent Portal Application (i.e. Skyward Family Access, Canvas Parent) please click below for support.

Parent Portal Concerns Form

Parents, now is the time!

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What is ParentSquare?

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Hurricane Season: June 1 - November 30

Hurricanes are dangerous and can cause major damage from storm surge, wind damage, rip currents and flooding.

Click here for helpful resources!

Bus Route Information for the 2025-26 School Year

Bus route assignments for the upcoming 2025-2026 school year will be available to view on August 1, 2025.

Click Here to Find Your Bus

OCPS Parent Portal Concerns?

If you are experiencing issues with an OCPS Parent Portal Application (i.e. Skyward Family Access, Canvas Parent) please click below for support.

Parent Portal Concerns Form

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Latest News

Stay up to date on the latest news, events and more with the ParentSquare app!

August 10, 2025

Soccer News!!!

Good afternoon! Hope everyone is enjoying their last day of summer! If your student is interested in trying out for this year's Ranger Soccer Team, please make note of the following information: Info. . .

August 9, 2025

Great News

Some Rangeriffic News!! We're #1 US News and World Report article ranks Howard as the number 4 middle school in Orange County (out of 96 schools). When you look at the 3 schools ahead of. . .

August 6, 2025

HMS Parent Welcome Back Checklist

July 29, 2025

No cost vaccination events

OCPS families, Just in time for back-to-school, the Florida Department of Health in Orange County and community partners are providing no cost vaccination events at select OCPS elementary schools. Ch. . .

July 29, 2025

Orange County Public Schools leaders gather for annual ILI at Horizon High School

More than 800 OCPS leaders came together to connect, grow and collaborate on ways to enhance education and spread positivity at our schools. It's all about helping each other prepare, inspire and empo. . .

July 29, 2025

How the OCPS IT 'ninjas' keeps 200+ schools powered and protected

Take a behind-the-scenes look at the Orange County Public Schools IT Team, the unsung heroes who keep over 200 schools and thousands of devices running smoothly every day. From troubleshooting network. . .

July 24, 2025

Ocoee High students spend the summer building their own black box theater

While most teens were sleeping in this summer, these Ocoee High students picked up drills and hammers. They built a new black box theater -- with their own hands. This project is about more than a per. . .

July 23, 2025

Device Check-Out

July 23, 2025

Supplies List

July 17, 2025

Homeless Education Summit | How OCPS is helping to support homeless students

Lighting the Way!For the fifth consecutive year, OCPS hosted the Homeless Summit, reaffirming our commitment to lighting the way for students experiencing housing instability.The summit brought togeth. . .

Upcoming Events

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School Profile

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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 Strret Orlando,Fl.32801

Phone: 407-245-1780

Principal:Dr. W John McHale

Mascot:Ranger

Colors: Red/ Blue

School Hours: 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Grades: 6^th -8th

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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 artists here at HMS.

As we head into our 99th 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 you to finally see the results of the Phase 1 and 2 rebuild. From the dance studios, black box theatre, dressing rooms for all performance areas, and art rooms, our creative spirits will soar! Not to mention the new science rooms, TV production studio, and as always, our superior academics.

I hope to see everyone at all the great events that Howard Middle School supports. 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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Parents, now is the time!

What is ParentSquare?

Hurricane Season: June 1 - November 30

Bus Route Information for the 2025-26 School Year

OCPS Parent Portal Concerns?

Parents, now is the time!

What is ParentSquare?

Hurricane Season: June 1 - November 30

Bus Route Information for the 2025-26 School Year

OCPS Parent Portal Concerns?

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Latest News

Soccer News!!!

Great News

HMS Parent Welcome Back Checklist

No cost vaccination events

Orange County Public Schools leaders gather for annual ILI at Horizon High School

How the OCPS IT 'ninjas' keeps 200+ schools powered and protected

Ocoee High students spend the summer building their own black box theater

Device Check-Out

Supplies List

Homeless Education Summit | How OCPS is helping to support homeless students

Upcoming Events

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