VDOE State Testing Dates for Hugo Owens Middle
Students at Hugo Owens Middle will be taking SOL tests on the following dates:
Tuesday, March 28 – Writing SOL (Multiple Choice) Grade 8
Tuesday, April 4 – Writing SOL (Writing Prompt) Grade 8
Wednesday, April 19 – NEW Integrated Reading and Writing Field Test Grade 8
Friday, May 19 – Civics SOL Grade 6
Tuesday, May 23 – Reading SOL Grades 6, 7, 8
Thursday, May 25 – Science SOL Grade 8
Wednesday, May 31 – Math SOL Grades 6, 7, 8
Monday, June 5 – Civics SOL Expedited Retakes
Tuesday, June 6 – Reading SOL Expedited Retakes
Wednesday, June 7 – Science SOL Expedited Retakes
Thursday, June 8 – Math SOL Expedited Retakes
Spirit Week is March 13-17
Spring Spirit Week is March 13-17!
Monday- Wear Purple
Tuesday- Hawaiian Shirt Day
Wednesday- Dress like a Teacher/ Teachers Dress Like Students
Thursday- Crocs and Crazy Socks Day
Friday- Wear Green for Go Green Day
Spring Dances
Hugo Owens Middle School will be hosting two upcoming spring dances. One dance will strictly be for 6th graders and the second dance will be for 7th and 8th graders combined.
7th and 8th grade permission slips will be sent home Tuesday, March 7 and Wednesday, March 8. 7th and 8th grade dance tickets will be sold on Thursday, March 9 and Friday, March 10.
Mustang Market Donations Needed
Mustang Market is where our students use their Mighty Mustangs to “shop” for rewards. Mustang Market promotes a positive and safe school. We are in need of chips, snacks, and candy to stock Mustang Market. Click here to view our Amazon wish list. If you wish to purchase items outside of Amazon, please drop them off at our front office. Email Ms. Ball with questions.
Washington DC Field Trip Donations Needed
Hugo Owens Middle School is currently seeking donations for our upcoming 8th Grade field trip to Washington DC. You can view our Amazon Wishlist by visiting this link. We are also accepting student sponsors. If you would like to sponsor a student who may not be able to otherwise attend, please contact Ms. George.
Environmental Club Fund Raiser
Help the Environmental Club build a bee and butterfly garden by purchasing a custom designed water bottle. Bring $10 cash to Room 407 during homeroom or pay online by clicking here.
Quantities are limited.
Mustangs on the Mic Podcast Episode 2
Episode 2 of Mustangs on the Mic has been released. This episode features segments about new middle school sports opportunities, MTV (Mustang Television) and school safety. Click here.
HOMS Awarded Purple Star Designation!
We are proud to announce that Hugo Owens Middle School has received the 2022-2023 Purple Star designation! The Virginia Purple Star Designation is awarded to military-friendly schools that have demonstrated a major commitment to students and families connected to our nation’s military.
Hugo Owens Middle School Military Resources
Chesapeake Public Schools Military Families
See Something, Say Something
Our district offers several communications platforms that provide students, parents, and staff the opportunity to engage in a two-way dialogue.

Send the school district your questions, concerns, suggestions, and or compliments through Let’s Talk.
For emergencies, please call 911
School Nutrition News
We encourage all families to take advantage of the nutritious meal options available to students at school. Visit our district website for access to menus, meal prices, and other important school nutrition information. You can also see our latest School Nutrition News e-fliers online.