Jaguars Students and Families,
Tickets for our next school dance will go on sale starting Thursday, April 16th and will be available during all three lunches through Thursday, April 23rd.
🕺 Dance Details
Date: Friday, April 24th
Time: 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM (right after school)
Cost: $15 per ticket
Each ticket includes a drink, pizza, and a sweet treat!
This dance is a fundraiser hosted by our Parent-Teacher Association (PTA). All funds raised go directly toward supporting our students and staff. Events like Honor Roll celebrations, PBIS celebrations, and teacher appreciation are made possible only through fundraising efforts like this one.
If your student is unable or chooses not to attend but you would still like to support our PTA, donations can be made here: https://tinyurl.com/32p4kmzy
Thank you in advance for your continued support of our school community!
Good afternoon, Jaguar families!
This is Brandon Koger, proud principal of Hobbs Middle School, with an exciting and important update for our 8th grade students and their families!
Mark your calendars—our 8th grade science students will take the state science assessment on Monday, May 11th. To help every student feel confident and prepared, we're hosting a State Science Assessment Bootcamp—and it's going to be awesome!
Over two focused and fun afternoons, students will rotate through four engaging stations that dive into the key topics covered on the state test. They'll review important standards, sharpen their skills, and learn smart test-taking strategies to help them shine.
We will also be hosting a Parent Night on Monday, May 4th, to help guide families on how to support their students in preparing for the upcoming test. We'll provide valuable information about the test and share effective strategies for preparation.
Here’s the schedule:
• Monday, May 4th – Bootcamp & Family Night (students need a ride home at 5:30 PM)
• Tuesday, May 5th – Bootcamp continues (students need a ride home at 5:00 PM)
If your student plans to attend, please return the attached permission slip by Wednesday, April 29th.
Last year’s bootcamp led to a noticeable boost in our scores—and we know it can make a difference again. Let’s work together to set our Jaguars up for success. We’d love to see your student there!
Go Jaguars!
—Mr. Koger
🎶 Celebrating Our Outstanding Musicians! 🎶
Congratulations to our FBA Solo & Ensemble Festival participants this past Friday and Saturday! We are thrilled to share that 100% of our students earned a Superior rating (“A”), bringing home an amazing 32 blue medals! 💙🏅
🎺 Soloists:
Nathaniel Davis, trombone
Abigail Haveard, trumpet
Trinity Busby, trumpet
Alyssa Gwin, saxophone
Declan Wixon, xylophone
Bradley Taggart, xylophone & snare drum
Braelyn Luster, clarinet
Everett Guinn, bassoon
Bradley Davis, clarinet
Marlayna Anderson, clarinet
Addalyn Guinn, French horn
Emma Flanders, tuba
Luke Lomoriello, trumpet
Jake Erskine, clarinet
Jaclyn Scott, flute
Jackson Kilgore, French horn
Sophia Gochenhour-Jauss, bass clarinet
Emma Gochenour-Jauss, flute
Emily Garrett, flute
Lilly Hunnell, piccolo
🎼 Ensembles:
Flute Trio – Emily Garrett, Lilly Hunnell, Jaclyn Scott
Clarinet Trio – Naomi Jordan, Marlayna Anderson, Braelyn Luster
Brass Quintet – Jacquelyn Lewis, Nathaniel Davis, Abigail Haveard, Addalyn Guinn, Emma Flanders
We are so proud of each of you for your hard work, dedication, and musical excellence. Keep shining! ✨
April is the Month of the Military Child, a time to recognize and honor the strength and resilience of our military-connected students.
To show our support, we invite everyone to join us on Tuesday, April 14th for “Purple Up” Day! Wear purple to show appreciation for the sacrifices these students make in service to our country—even if you are not part of a military-connected family.
To our military-connected students: thank you. We appreciate you and all that you do. A special celebration is planned just for you on Tuesday—more details coming soon!
✅ Scan the QR code on the flyer or visit bit.ly/ESEParentSurvey
🕒 Quick and easy to complete
Thank you for taking the time to share your input! 💙
In Ms. Cullinan’s 6th grade language arts classrooms, WICOR strategies were on full display during a highly engaging lesson on analyzing shared and implied themes across passages.
Students strengthened their Writing skills by organizing and supporting their ideas with evidence, then built on that thinking through Collaboration as they worked in groups to discuss and come to consensus answers.
Through purposeful questioning and deeper analysis, students engaged in meaningful Inquiry, while close examination of multiple texts reinforced strong Reading skills.
The success of the lesson was supported by clear Organization systems, including established class norms, stoplight volume cues, and consistent expectations—creating an environment where students stayed focused, engaged, and productive. 💚
WICOR (Writing, Inquiry, Collaboration, Organization, Reading) strategies make learning engaging, meaningful, and fun—and at Hobbs, this is the type of hands-on, rigorous learning your students will experience! 🙌📚🔑
Did you know that Hobbs Middle School offers two sections of Spanish I for our 8th grade students—for high school credit? This incredible opportunity is available thanks to the hard work and dedication of Dr. Amy Parker, our district’s Social Studies Coordinator, and her World Languages team, who have secured grants to expand learning experiences for our students.
This week, our Spanish I students had the exciting opportunity to visit the University of West Florida to participate in a Global Block Party—an engaging, real-world experience that brought language and culture to life in a fun and meaningful way!
Spanish I is just one example of the many opportunities available to students at Hobbs. We are proud to provide experiences that challenge, inspire, and prepare our students for success in high school and beyond. 💚
Please join me in celebrating our incredible 6th Grade Speech Contest class winners! These students demonstrated outstanding confidence, preparation, and public speaking skills as they shared their voices in front of their peers—no small feat at any age, and especially impressive in sixth grade.
Congratulations to:
Elizabeth Darling, McKenzie McGuire, Farrah Misleh, Christian Bieluch, Ahomd Barton, Kylie Wright, Paislee Enterkin, Chloe Moore, and Penelope Walters 👏
A special recognition to our Top 3 finishers:
🥉 3rd Place – Kylie Wright
🥈 2nd Place – Paislee Enterkin
🥇 1st Place – Farrah Misleh
Farrah will go on to represent Hobbs Middle School at the county competition, and we couldn’t be more proud! 💚
We are so proud of all of our participants for their courage, poise, and dedication. The future is bright with leaders like these Jaguars! 💚
Good afternoon, Jaguar families!
This is Brandon Koger, proud principal of Hobbs Middle School, with an exciting and important update for our 7th grade students and their families!
Mark your calendars—our Civics students will take the Civics EOC on Thursday, May 7th. To help every student feel confident and prepared, we're hosting a Civics EOC Bootcamp—and it's going to be awesome!
Over two focused and fun afternoons, students will rotate through four engaging stations that dive into the key topics covered on the state test. They'll review important standards, sharpen their skills, and learn smart test-taking strategies to help them shine.
We will also be hosting a Parent Night on Monday, April 20th, to help guide families on how to support their students in preparing for the upcoming test. We'll provide valuable information about the test and share effective strategies for preparation.
Here’s the schedule:
• Monday, April 20th – Bootcamp & Family Night (students need a ride home at 5:30 PM)
• Tuesday, April 21st – Bootcamp continues (students need a ride home at 5:00 PM)
If your student plans to attend, please return the attached permission slip by Thursday, April 16th.
Last year’s bootcamp led to a noticeable boost in our scores—and we know it can make a difference again. Let’s work together to set our Jaguars up for success. We’d love to see your student there!
Go Jaguars!
—Mr. Koger
The celebrations continue at Hobbs! Please join me in celebrating Ms. Caitlyn Hodge, our Hobbs Middle School Rookie Teacher of the Year! 💚
In her very first year in teaching, Ms. Hodge has made an extraordinary impact—you would never guess she’s new to the profession. She brings the passion, polish, and presence of a seasoned educator, and as one of our school counselors, she is exactly the kind of person our students need during some of the most transformative years of their lives.
Ms. Hodge leads with heart. Her positivity, kindness, and empathy create a safe, supportive space for all students. At the same time, she is incredibly detail- and goal-oriented, ensuring that even our students with the greatest academic and social needs receive the guidance and support they deserve. Through her leadership of our Hope Squad/Empowerment Club, she is helping shape a culture of kindness, inclusion, and student leadership across our campus.
We are beyond proud of Ms. Hodge and so grateful for the energy, care, and excellence she brings to Hobbs each and every day. She is truly one of the best! 💚
Good afternoon, Jaguar parents and families, this is Brandon Koger, principal at Hobbs Middle School, with an important message about our Title I program.
Every year, the school district surveys parent and families about the Title I program at their schools. The Title I Parent Survey B will be available now through April 15th, 2026.
Please consider completing the survey, the feedback is helpful as we evaluate the success of our Title I program.
https://forms.office.com/r/Fapm1zbYjs?origin=lprLink
In advance, thank you!
Check out all the amazing things happening at Hobbs Middle School—from student achievements and school events to highlights from our incredible staff and programs. Our students and team continue to do great things, and this edition captures it all!
Take a few minutes to read, celebrate, and stay connected with everything happening at HMS. We’re proud of our school and the stories that make it special! 💚
#HMSTimes #HobbsPride #StudentSuccess
The celebrations for Hobbs continue! 🎉
In recognition of National Assistant Principal Week, we’re proud to honor Mrs. Jennifer Gardner, our incredible assistant principal and truly the heart and soul of Hobbs Middle School. Her dedication goes far beyond the school day—she works tirelessly to support our students, uplift our staff, and partner with our families in meaningful ways.
Mrs. Gardner’s passion for our school community is evident in everything she does. She shows up for all of us on our hardest days and helps celebrate us on our very best days. Because of her leadership, care, and commitment, Hobbs is not just a school—it’s a place where people feel valued, supported, and inspired.
We are better because of her. 💚
Thank you, Mrs. Gardner, for all that you do!
This honor comes in addition to her recent recognition as Rookie CTE Teacher of the Year—an incredible accomplishment on its own. Not only was she recognized as the top new teacher, but she has now been selected as the overall CTE Middle School Teacher of the Year!
Ms. Hickman’s dedication to her students and her passion for career-focused learning truly set her apart. She creates meaningful, real-world learning experiences that prepare our students for success beyond the classroom, while inspiring them to explore their interests and future pathways.
Her commitment, innovation, and impact on our students and school community make her incredibly deserving of this honor. Hobbs Middle School is proud to celebrate this outstanding achievement!
Congratulations, Ms. Hickman—we are lucky to have you as part of the Jaguar family!
Mrs. Martillano’s library is so much more than just a place for books—it’s a true classroom where learning comes to life. She regularly teaches engaging literacy lessons that help our students grow as readers, thinkers, and learners.
She is also a driving force behind many of our school’s literacy initiatives, including Literacy Week and Parent Night, creating meaningful opportunities for our students and families to connect through reading.
Most importantly, Mrs. Martillano inspires a genuine passion for learning and literacy in our students every single day. Her impact reaches far beyond the library walls, and we are so grateful for all she does for Hobbs Middle School!
The Controlled Open Enrollment transfer period for Santa Rosa County will begin on April 3rd and go through May 18th. Beginning April 3rd you can access the Transfer Form, the 26-27 School Choice Plan and the 26-27 Controlled Open Enrollment Capacity Chart on our school district’s website under school choice. Directions for completing the transfer form and submitting it can also be found on the district’s website. Parents without internet can pick up a paper copy from the front office. If you have questions regarding the transfer process, please contact your student’s Grade Level Director at 850 983-5150. Thank you and have a good evening.
Thank you!
Good afternoon Jaguar families!
1. Report cards are now ready to be viewed through the Focus portal. Report cards have been published to both the parent AND student portal.
2. https://santarosa.focusschoolsoftware.com/focus/auth/ start here if you still need to create a Focus parent portal.
3. If you need a pin to create the Focus parent portal, the front office has that information. As well, you can e-mail kogerb@santarosa.k12.fl.us for the pin.
4. The district will NOT be printing report cards this year.
5. If you have a hardship and need a report card printed, please contact the front office.
Huge shoutout to our Boys and Girls Track Teams for an incredible showing today at the North End Track Meet! 🏃♂️🏃♀️
Our boys team powered their way to a 2nd place overall finish, and our girls team battled hard to earn 4th overall — we’re proud of every single athlete who competed!
🔥 Top Performances – Boys:
Quincy Longmire – 2nd in the 100m
Easton Sanborn – 🥇1st in the 400m
Luke Lomoriello –🥇1st in the 1600m
Greyson Ehart – 2nd in the 1600m
4x100m Relay – 3rd (Quincy Longmire, Ahmod Barton, Easton Sanborn, Michael Ramirez)
4x400m Relay – 🥇 1st (Xavier Sanchez, John Le, Cason Marbrey, Easton Sanborn)
4x800m Relay – 🥇 1st (Luke Lomoriello, Jon Le, Xavier Sanchez, Greyson Ehart)
Braiden Sircy – 3rd in Discus
💥 Top Performances – Girls:
Emily Pfitzner – 2nd in the 100m & 🥇 1st in the 200m
4x100m Relay – 3rd (Journei Williams, Xyonna Turnage, Libbi Johnson, Aliyah Barton)
4x800m Relay – 3rd (Oakley Jernigan, Emily Pfitzner, Isabella Gaddy, Aubree Welch)
Your hard work, determination, and team spirit were on full display today. Keep pushing, keep improving, and let’s carry this momentum forward! 💪🔥
Please join me today as we celebrate National Paraprofessional Appreciation Day and recognize the incredible impact our support staff have on making our school run each and every day.
Your contributions—whether you work directly with students or support the staff who do—are truly invaluable. You are often the steady presence, the extra set of hands, the listening ear, and the driving force behind so many student successes.
Our school is stronger, more supportive, and more effective because of you.
A special thank you to our amazing paraprofessionals: Breana Boling, Bailey Coulter, Kathleen Durbin, Valerie Gunter, Chris Hansen, Wendy Hill, Nyna Lueken, Toshe Marange, Andrea Noel, Cindy Smith, Jada Southers, Wanda Jones, Leslie Mayes, Sue McKinney, Robert Merker, and Stephanie Gleaves.
Thank you for the care, dedication, and commitment you bring to your work—we appreciate you today and every day! 💚👏
Get ready for a magical night you won’t forget! 💚 Join us for the 8th Grade Formal Dance on April 11, 2026, from 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Dive into an evening filled with music, dancing, and ocean-inspired enchantment!
🎟️ Tickets are on sale now!
Purchase yours online before Wednesday, April 8th to get the full experience.
⚠️ Important:
Tickets bought after April 8th will be cash only, more expensive, and will NOT include dinner or dessert, so don’t wait!
🍽️ Early ticket purchase includes:
• Dinner
• Dessert
• Full access to all the fun!
🌐 Buy your tickets here:
https://www.myschoolbucks.com/ver2/prdembd?ref=ZZHW3OJWSY0456G_ZZ66R6EYZ62KAR8
Dress your best and come ready to dance the night away under the sea! 🐚💚
We can’t wait to see you there!
