Welcome to the Hampden Meadows PTO!

We are parents, guardians, teachers, and staff working together to make Hampden Meadows School the best place for our children to learn and grow. The PTO supports school events, enrichment programs, classroom resources, and community-building activities that benefit every 4th and 5th grader.

What We Do

• Support Learning: Fund books, technology, and classroom supplies.

• Build Community: Host fun events like Family Nights, Book Fairs, Tough Tiger and Spirit Days.

• Enrich Experiences: Bring in guest speakers, cultural programs, and special activities.

Get Involved

Your time, talents, and ideas make a huge difference! Whether you can help for an hour or lead a committee, there’s a place for you in our PTO.
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Stay Connected

Don’t miss out on what’s happening at HMS:

• Join our email list for updates.

• Follow us on Facebook / Instagram.

• Check our Calendar regularly for upcoming events.

UPCOMING Events – Winter/Spring 2026

🐯 Tough Tiger Meeting

January 27, 2026 | 7:00 PM
In person or via Zoom
Join us to learn more about the Tough Tiger event, volunteer opportunities, and sub-committees.

The Zoom link will be shared the day of the meeting.
👉 Volunteer sign-ups coming soon

📚 Read-A-Fun Fundraiser

February 2–28, 2026
Students are encouraged to read, log their minutes, and raise funds to support HMS programs, field trips, assemblies/guest speakers and fun day.

Keep reading and logging minutes even during February Break!

February Break:
📅 February 16–20, 2026 – No School

🔄 Book Swap

February 9–13, 2026
Bring in a gently used book from home to donate and swap it for a new-to-you book to take home and keep! A fun way to refresh home libraries and promote reading.

🎓 Afterschool Enrichment

Begins March 5, 2026
Afterschool enrichment programs kick off this spring. Registration details and class offerings will be shared via the Principal’s Newsletter.
👉 More information coming soon

🍎 PTO All School Meeting

March 4, 2026
Parents and guardians are invited to join us to hear updates, learn about upcoming events, and share ideas to support the HMS community. All are welcome!

❤️ Body Development Nights

• Female Session: March 17, 2026

• Male Session: March 24, 2026
  Important and informative evenings designed to support students as they grow and learn. More details will be shared closer to each date.

🎨 Arts Night

April 2, 2026
Celebrate student creativity at HMS Arts Night!
Volunteers Needed: 1:00–3:00 PM to assist with event setup.
👉 Sign up to help coming soon

🍎 Teacher Appreciation Week

May 4–8, 2026
Help us celebrate and thank the incredible teachers and staff who support our students every day.

🐯 Tough Tiger

May 17, 2026
One of HMS’s favorite traditions! More details and volunteer opportunities coming soon.

🎶 Choralpalooza

May 19, 2026
A special district-wide celebration featuring chorus students from all Barrington schools. Join us as our singers come together for an evening of music, collaboration, and community.

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Why PTO Matters

Every dollar raised and every hour volunteered goes right back to HMS students. Together, we’re making a difference — one project, one event, and one smile at a time.