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Our Hamm Heroes came together to celebrate our 3rd term Hero Huddle, and it was a wonderful time of recognition, energy, and school pride!

During the celebration, we honored students who consistently demonstrate what it means to live the HERO way. These students serve as positive role models, showing leadership, respect, and kindness in their daily actions. We are so proud of the example they set for our school community.

The event was also filled with excitement as teachers joined in on some friendly competitions, leading to lots of cheering, laughter, and unforgettable moments. The energy in the room truly reflected the strong sense of community we have at our school.

We love taking time to celebrate our students and the positive impact they make each day. Way to go, Hamm Heroes!

Our first grade students recently hosted a fun and exciting “Starbooks” celebration to showcase their persuasive writing. The classroom was transformed into a cozy café where students became authors and reviewers, proudly sharing their book reviews with their friends.

Throughout the celebration, students practiced persuasive writing by explaining why others should read their favorite books. They worked hard to include strong opinions, clear reasons, and details to convince their audience. During the event, classmates listened carefully as each student shared their review and recommended their favorite stories.

The “Starbooks” celebration gave students a chance to practice speaking, listening, and celebrating each other’s work in a fun and supportive environment. It was wonderful to see our young writers grow in confidence as they shared their ideas and encouraged their friends to discover new books.

We are so proud of our first grade authors for their hard work and creativity. Their love for reading and writing was truly worth celebrating!

We were so excited to welcome our very own superintendent, Dr. V, to visit our morning broadcasting team at Sherry and Paul Hamm Elementary! Our student broadcasters work hard each morning to bring announcements to our school, and it was a special moment for them to share their studio with such an important guest.

Dr. V spent time learning about how our students prepare and deliver the daily announcements. The highlight of the visit came when Dr. V jumped on the broadcast and helped deliver a cheerful “Good morning!” to all of our Hamm Heroes across campus.

Our broadcasting team did an incredible job showing leadership, confidence, and teamwork during the visit. Experiences like this help our students see how their voices matter and how the skills they practice each day connect to the larger school community.

Thank you, Dr. V, for taking the time to visit and encourage our students. It was a morning our Hamm Heroes will definitely remember!

Hamm Elementary is proud to recognize two outstanding staff members who make a lasting impact on our students each day. We are excited to announce Mrs. Megan Parson as our Teacher of the Year and Ms. Mindy Sterbenz as our Paraprofessional of the Year.

Mrs. Parson is a dedicated educator who consistently goes above and beyond to support student growth and success. She is known for creating a welcoming classroom environment where students feel encouraged, supported, and challenged to reach their full potential. Her passion for teaching, commitment to excellence, and strong relationships with students, families, and staff make her a true leader on our campus. Mrs. Parson’s positive influence extends far beyond her classroom and is felt throughout the Hamm community.

Ms. Sterbenz is an invaluable part of Hamm Elementary and is appreciated for her unwavering support, patience, and kindness. She is always willing to step in wherever needed and works tirelessly to ensure students feel confident and cared for. Her dedication, compassion, and strong work ethic make her an essential member of our team, and her impact is seen in the success of the students she serves each day.

Hamm Elementary is incredibly proud to celebrate Mrs. Parson and Ms. Sterbenz for their hard work, dedication, and the difference they make in the lives of our students. Congratulations to both of these well-deserving honorees!

Students at Hamm recently had the exciting opportunity to experience the SkyDome Portable Planetarium, thanks to the generous support of our PTO. This incredible on-campus program brought space science to life in an engaging and unforgettable way.

The SkyDome transformed our school into a planetarium experience as students entered a large inflatable dome and took part in an immersive presentation of the night sky. Using high-quality digital projection, students explored the Northern Hemisphere sky, learned about constellations, and discovered fascinating facts about the planets in our solar system.

Throughout the experience, students were able to see realistic views of space and deepen their understanding of astronomy concepts in a way that was both interactive and inspiring. The presentation encouraged curiosity, critical thinking, and meaningful connections to classroom learning.

We are incredibly thankful to our PTO for funding this unique learning experience. Their continued support helps create opportunities that enrich student learning and make school memorable in the best way.

This year, Coach Marshall brought an exciting new opportunity to our campus by introducing inline skating for our 3rd through 5th grade students. This unique experience has been a huge hit, and students across all grade levels have loved learning a new skill, challenging themselves, and having fun together.

We are so grateful for opportunities like this that encourage our students to stay active, try something new, and build confidence in a joyful way.

In the photo, you will see our entire 5th grade teaching team joining in on the fun, skating alongside their 5th grade students. It was an incredible moment of connection, laughter, and shared experience that our students will remember for a long time.

Thank you, Coach Marshall, for bringing such an engaging and memorable experience to our campus!

We are so grateful for Mrs. Buckner, our incredible school librarian, who is making sure every student on campus, from Pre-K through 5th grade, gets to experience the Monarch book read-alouds! 📚

Through her thoughtful planning and enthusiasm for reading, Mrs. Buckner is actively engaging all of our students in shared stories, sparking curiosity, building a love for books, and creating joyful reading experiences for every child. Her dedication ensures that all students feel included and excited about literature, no matter their grade level.

We are truly thankful for a librarian who goes above and beyond to make reading meaningful, interactive, and fun for all kids on our campus!

Hamm Elementary welcomed the A&M AgriLife Extension team this week for an exciting and interactive science experience. Our 4th and 5th grade students explored land formations in a whole new way through a hands-on presentation featuring an impressive 3D topographic model.

Students learned how different landforms are created, how they change over time, and how natural forces shape the world around us. The AgriLife team guided students through demonstrations, real-world examples, and engaging discussions that made complex concepts easy to understand.

The highlight of the visit was the 3D model, which allowed students to see mountains, valleys, rivers, and other land features up close. Students were able to interact with the model, ask questions, and make observations that deepened their understanding of earth science.

We are grateful to A&M AgriLife Extension for providing such a meaningful and memorable learning opportunity. Our students had a blast exploring the science behind the landforms they study in class, and they walked away with a stronger grasp of the world beneath their feet!

This week, our 5th grade students at Hamm Elementary proudly hosted their annual Herotown Colonial Presentation, a beloved tradition that transforms learning into a hands-on, immersive experience.

Students researched the many trades and roles of Colonial America, then worked in teams to design and build their own colonial storefronts complete with props, signage, and historically inspired details. From blacksmiths and apothecaries to cobblers and candle makers, each shop showcased the unique skills, tools, and daily life of the colonial time period.

To share their hard work and historical knowledge, our 5th graders invited lower grade levels to step into “Herotown” and explore. Younger students had the chance to visit each storefront, ask questions, and learn directly from our young historians, bringing the rich history of colonial life off the page and into the real world.

The day was filled with creativity, curiosity, and fun. We are so proud of our students for their effort, teamwork, and enthusiasm in making this year’s Herotown presentation such a memorable learning experience!