Bus information for the 2026-27 school year is available now. Visit alachuaschools.net/findmybus for stop locations, pick-up/drop-off times and bus numbers. For information about the district's new bus tracking app, visit alachuaschools.net/zonarbusapp
2 months ago, Alachua County Public Schools
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Hawthorne Middle/High School is excited to introduce a new construction program beginning in the 2026–27 school year, giving students hands-on access to one of Florida’s fastest-growing career fields. This program opens a direct pathway to high-demand workforce opportunities while empowering students to learn by doing and build a strong foundation for their future.
2 months ago, Hawthorne Middle/High
Hawthorne Middle/High School is excited to introduce a new construction program beginning in the 2026–27 school year, giving students hands on access to one of Florida’s fastest growing career fields. This program opens a direct pathway to high-demand workforce opportunities while empowering students to learn by doing and build a strong foundation for their future.

Registration is now open for the Alachua County Public Schools Fall 2026 Driver Education Programs, including both the Classroom with Lab and Lab-Only options. For information, visit www.alachuaschools.net/driversed

3 months ago, Alachua County Public Schools
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Find out about changes to the school meals program for the 2026-27 school year and how they may affect your child. www.alachuaschools.net/article/3031401

3 months ago, Alachua County Public Schools
School Meals photo
Please help us congratulate Elijah and Courtney on receiving national recognition for their academic achievements from the College Board. Both awardees earned this academic honor for a GPA of 3.5 or higher and outstanding performance on the PSAT/NMSQT®.
3 months ago, Hawthorne Middle/High
Graphic recognizing Hawthorne Middle High School awardees, featuring student portraits of Elijah Surrency and Courtney Patterson, each receiving a School Recognition Award.
Since 2023, Hawthorne Middle/High School has achieved the second-highest overall percentage-point increase in ACPS and has led all secondary schools in percentage-point growth for the past two consecutive years. #SchoolOfChampions #Kaizen
3 months ago, Hawthorne Middle/High
Since 2023, Hawthorne Middle/High School has achieved the second-highest overall percentage-point increase in ACPS and has led all secondary schools in percentage-point growth for the past two consecutive years.
Great partnerships create life-changing opportunities. This summer, Hawthorne students took another exciting step toward their futures as we hosted our first-ever on-campus PERT administration! This milestone would not have been possible without Ms. Doll's dedication, advocacy, and commitment to removing barriers for students pursuing dual enrollment. Thank you for helping our Hornets thrive! 🧡🖤
3 months ago, Hawthorne Middle/High
A thank you note for our high school counselor, Ms. Karen Doll, featuring orange and black doodle designs.
Looking for an opportunity to unlock your potential? Take a look at the DOP R.E.A.C.H. program!
3 months ago, Hawthorne Middle/High
A leadership development opportunity for teens
Rising juniors and seniors who are interested in dual enrollment should come take the PERT at Hawthorne on June 24th at 10:00 AM.

Students who applied for the fall but did not gain acceptance are encouraged to take the section of the PERT that they did not pass. Ms. Doll is working with the DE office to review applications for the fall based on new test scores.
4 months ago, Hawthorne Middle/High
A promotional flyer for Hawthorne Middle High School advertising a dual enrollment PERT testing opportunity. The background features a softly blurred photograph of the school campus with palm trees under a blue sky. Across the top are curved black and orange graphic accents. At the upper left, black text reads “Hawthorne Middle High School.” Below it, a script-style title reads “Dual Enrollment,” followed by large bold text stating “PERT Testing Opportunity.” In the upper right, a large white circle outlined in orange displays the event date and location: “WED 6/24 @ HMHS.” The lower half of the flyer features an illustration of a graduate viewed from behind, wearing a black graduation gown and mortarboard cap with an orange tassel. The graduate has long brown hair and is positioned in front of the campus background. To the right of the graduate is a white information box with black text that reads: “Are you a rising junior or senior interested in pursuing dual enrollment at Santa Fe College? Take the PERT test at Hawthorne on June 24, 2026. Testing will begin promptly at 10:00 AM. PERT test scores are valid for one year.” At the bottom right, a white rounded rectangle with orange text states: “Contact Karen Doll for more information.” The flyer uses the school colors of black, orange, and white and promotes an upcoming PERT testing opportunity for students interested in dual enrollment through Santa Fe College.

ATTENTION INCOMING SIXTH GRADERS! Please complete your elective selection survey by scanning the QR code or visiting this link

4 months ago, Hawthorne Middle/High
A school flyer with a modern scrapbook-style design promotes sixth-grade elective selection. The background is light gray with a faint grid pattern. At the top, large bold black text reads “ATTENTION INCOMING SIXTH GRADERS,” arranged diagonally across the page. To the right of the headline, smaller typewriter-style text reads “HOME OF THE CHAMPIONS.” Orange handwritten-style accents, including a looping arrow and a large signature-like flourish, add emphasis around the title. Decorative torn-paper elements and a black binder clip create a layered collage effect. Near the lower center of the flyer is a large QR code framed by an orange border and mounted on a torn-paper graphic. To the lower right is the school’s hornet mascot logo in black, white, and orange. Beside the mascot, an orange rounded rectangle contains white text reading “ELECTIVE SELECTION FORM.” The overall color scheme is black, orange, white, and light gray, giving the flyer a bold, energetic, and school-spirited appearance while directing students to scan the QR code to complete their elective selection form.

Bright Minds, Bright Summers! Check out this ACPS resource to keep your students engaged over the summer.

4 months ago, Hawthorne Middle/High
Just a quick reminder for anyone attending Hawthorne on an annual zoning exemption: it needs to be renewed every year. The attached pictures will walk you through how to complete the process in the new online system. Thanks so much!
4 months ago, Hawthorne Middle/High
Step by step for annual zoning part 1 of 3
Step by step for annual zoning part 2 of 3
Step by step for annual zoning part 3 of 3
Please see Ms. Moore for your 2026 yearbook!
4 months ago, Hawthorne Middle/High
Information about the 2026 yearbook
I am very happy to announce that this year's ACPS high school graduations will be livestreamed for those who are not able to attend. Per David Stanley, on the day of graduation, the link can be found where our board meetings are posted, ACPS Video Channel - YouTube, Section LIVE. Hawthorne's Graduation is Friday, May 29 starting at 7 p.m.
4 months ago, Hawthorne Middle/High
Congrats to Hawthorne Middle/High School's Class of 2026! We have two more activities before we officially celebrate! Remember that we will have a graduation walk-through followed by our Senior Walk at Shell Elementary on Tuesday, May 26. Please be in the auditorium at 8:30 a.m. We will walk to Shell after our walk-through. Don't forget to bring your Cap & Gown! Also, laptops and/or Chromebooks that were issued to you.
5 months ago, Hawthorne Middle/High

Hawthorne Middle/High School's 8th Grade Promotion Ceremony will take place on Thursday, May 28, in the school auditorium. This ceremony will start at 9 a.m. Congrats to the class of 2030 for reaching another milestone in their educational journey!

5 months ago, Hawthorne Middle/High
Seniors, May 22 is the day that you will need to return Chromebooks and/or laptops. This is also the same day as the Senior Breakfast
5 months ago, Hawthorne Middle/High
Information for seniors on how to return laptops
Thank you to the City of Hawthorne, Southern State Duct Masters, Home Church of Hawthorne, Hawthorne Chamber of Commerce, Marina Underhill Realty and Hughes Title, Hawthorne McDonald’s, Dianne’s BBQ, and the ACPS Volunteer office for providing breakfast and lunch for our teachers during teacher appreciation week!
5 months ago, Hawthorne Middle/High
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Seniors, we still have 10 seats left to attend GradBash! If you are interested, please bring your money to Ms. Verschaeve or Ms. Moore by 3 p.m., Wednesday, April 29! Seats will be on a first-come, first-served basis!
5 months ago, Hawthorne Middle/High
Cap and Gowns were delivered today! Do NOT decorate your caps. More information will come out soon. Again, do NOT decorate your caps!
6 months ago, Hawthorne Middle/High