Hawk News

News and Announcements

Order Your Hardy 2024/25 Yearbook!

Our amazing student yearbook team will be working hard to capture all of the amazing moments of this school year.

Join the Team: Hawks Community Boys Basketball Tryouts for 6th and 7th Graders

Please register your interest in playing by Wednesday, November 13th, by completing the form linked below.

Hardy Student Council Fall Canned Food Drive - 11/1-11/15

We are excited to announce the launch of our annual Canned Food Drive, organized by the Hardy Student Council! This is a wonderful opportunity for all of us to come together and make a positive impact in our community during this season of giving. Please consider donating soups, vegetables and beans. Bring canned food donations to Room 117.

Voices Needed - Testify on Nov. 13th at the DC Council Hearing on the Use of Athletic Fields and Facilities Used by DCPS

We are looking for Hardy families interested in submitting testimony or testify in front of the Council on behalf of this issue.

Hardy's Fall Party "A Red Carpet Night" on Nov 15th

We hope your child will joins us for this exclusive event for students at Hardy Middle School. Tickets go on sale Nov 12-14th at lunch, see below for more details.

Hardy Talent Show - 11/21 @6PM

Does your student dance, sing, do magic, tell jokes, or just loves to be on stage? Have them register to audition for Hardy's Talent today!

Send In Old Puzzles for the Hardy Library

Send in your old puzzles and help us build up the Hardy Library’s collections.

Parent Liaisons Needed For Winter and Spring Sports Teams

Hardy’s Athletic Director is encouraging all Winter & Spring teams to recruit a “Parent Liaison.

Results for DCPS Lead Testing of Drinking Water at Hardy MS

DC Public Schools (DCPS) and the DC Department of General Services (DGS) partnered to coordinate lead testing of drinking water sources at our school.

On Election Day, it's a great moment to talk with your middle school student about the importance of the democratic process.

On 11/6 during school, students will also have an opportunity to discuss the electoral college in some of their classes. Our other classes will continue with our regularly planned lessons.

New Gates at Hardy Middle School - Please Read!

We are committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of students at Hardy Middle School. To enhance security, on November 18th we will begin locking the gates along our central walkway. The gates will be locked from 10am to 3:15pm on school days, providing extra security during the time our students use our outdoor facilities. The gate to the parking lot will remain open for families to access the main office during the day. Members of the community are welcome to use Whitehaven Pkwy or the path behind the school to travel between 35th Street and Wisconsin Avenue. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we implement this important safety protocol. Thank you!

Winter Sports Tryout Dates!

Below are the tryout dates for Boys & Girls Basketball, Indoor Track, Swimming and Cheer.

Donate to Hardy TSA's Walk-a-thon Fundraiser

During the week of October 28, Hardy TSA Chapter members will be lacing up their sneakers for our school’s DC CTSO Walk-a-Thon, in support of DCACTE.

November A Day/B Day Schedule

Please find below a schedule showing the Friday A/B Days

Hardy XC Champions!!!

​​​​​​​The DCIAA Cross Country Championships took place on Tuesday, and it was a bright day for Hardy.

Congratulations to the Hardy Hawk Volleyball Team

With the DCIAA semi-final loss to Stuart-Hobson, Hardy ends its successful and fun volleyball season with a record of 13-3. A big thank you to Coach Lanham and Coach Tanner!

Audition for Hardy's School Musical "Matilda" - 10/21 and 10/23

Calling all students...come out and audition for this years school musical on Monday Oct 21 and Wed Oct 23rd from 3:30-5pm

MacArthur HS Visit to Hardy MS - 10/13

MacArthur High School's Principal Dr. McCray, staff and students came to visit during the October PTO meeting and shared information and news with Hardy families. If you missed the meeting and/or want to learn more, see slides attached below. Don't miss out on the Hardy Exclusive Open House on 10/30 at 6:30pm. Registration (link below) is required to attend.

Hardy Debate Team Wins Trophy in Debate Season Opener!

This past weekend, Washington Urban Debate League kicked off its regular season with its largest Season Opener ever.

Hardy Middle School AtoZ Directory - Please Confirm Your Information

You may have already received -- an e-mail from "Hardy Middle School PTO" asking you to verify your contact information for the Hardy MS online directory.

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Principal's Corner

I believe that through continued dedication and intentional collaboration we can make the best decisions for our community and for our students. I look forward to working with each of you to make Hardy a school that supports the needs and dreams of all our students!

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Home of the Hawks

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Featured Albums

  • Cover photo of the Hardy MS Cross Country Lafayette Invitational Meet - 9.18.24 album

    Hardy MS Cross Country Lafayette Invitational Meet - 9.18.24

  • Cover photo of the Italy Trip with Prof. Monticelli - 5/10/24 - 5/19/24 album

    Italy Trip with Prof. Monticelli - 5/10/24 - 5/19/24

Video Highlights

Hardy's Spring Orchestra Performance - May 22, 2024