ABOUT
Horace Mann Laboratory School
Horace Mann Laboratory School strives to create a learning environment where children and adults are respected. Students are nurtured and challenged to achieve their highest potential through a quality educational program. Our teachers approach learning in a systematic and consistent manner, incorporating creative and innovative teaching into curriculum that supports state and district standards. We develop strong relationships with our families that foster lifelong learning while helping children grow to become contributing members of our community.
First Day of School
Grades 1-5: Wednesday, Sept. 4; Pre-K, K: Monday, Sept. 9
School Type
Elementary School PK-5
Estimated Enrollment
317 Students
School Meals
Hours
K-5: 7:50AM – 1:55PM | PreK: 7:40AM – 1:40PM; Early Release Times: PreK: 11:00AM | K-5: 11:20AM
2024-25 Student Handbook
2024-25 School Calendar
RECENT NEWS
VIEW GALLERY: Trunk or Treat 2024 at the Horace Mann Laboratory School
Indigenous Peoples’ Day-NO SCHOOL
VIEW GALLERY: Salem Public Schools at Haunted Happenings Grand Parade
HMLS Spirit wear Store
If you would like to purchase HMLS swag, click here to visit our store.
Friendly Reminders
Kindergarten – 5th Grade: Arrival: 7:50 AM | Dismissal: 1:55 PM
PreK: Arrival: 7:40 AM | Dismissal: 1:40 PM
November 27- Half Day/Early Dismissal
November 28 & 29-NO SCHOOL (Thanksgiving Break)
Upcoming Events
School Resources
Families can now reset their own passwords in Aspen without answering security questions. The “Trouble Logging In” button on the new Aspen login screen will allow family members to choose to either “Retrieve your Login ID” or “Reset your password”. These options will prompt for either the email address on file or the login ID (email address) and send an email to the family member with a link to reset their password. This coupled with the easy translation drop down menu on the top right corner (English, Spanish, Portuguese) were needed upgrades to the Aspen Family Portal experience. As always, families can either submit a tech ticket via the salemk12.org website or call our helpdesk at 978-619-1450 for assistance.
To access Aspen go to the salemk12.org website and click on “Aspen Family Portal”
Parent Square Guideline
Arrival/Dismissal Protocols
Dismissal Plan
It is very important that we know your child’s dismissal plan so we can ensure they get home safely. If anything is going to change (i.e. you are going to pick up instead of going on the bus) you MUST communicate this to BOTH your child’s teacher AND the office BEFORE 1:30.
Health Tips from SPS Nurses
Community Resources/Events
The Salem Food Pantry: The Market, 47 Leavitt St, Salem MA
The Market
Our shelves are stocked with locally grown produce, dairy, eggs, milk, bread, and protein choices, all of which are completely free!
Visiting The Market
There are no income or residential requirements to shop at The Market. No documentation is required when registering.
Visiting The Market for the first time?
Register online in advance to start shopping as soon as you arrive.https://yourmarket.my.site.com/s/intake?language=en_US
Not able to register online? Don’t worry! Their team can help you register during your first visit.
Families are welcome to come to The Salem Pantry during the week of 11/18 to receive Turkeys and other holiday staples. We are giving them all out over the course of that week prior to the Holiday, ending on Saturday the 23rd. Please visit The Salem Pantry website for hours for The Market (47 Leavitt Street).
ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE CLASSES
The House of the Seven Gables offers FREE English as a Second Language (ESL) and Citizenship classes to adults
New students must register in person and take a placement test.
To request more information on these classes, click the link below.
The House of the Seven Gables Website:https://7gables.org/settlement-classes/
List of agencies offering Thanksgiving meals for families. Note by what day you need to sign up.
79, Willson Street, Salem, Massachusetts, 01970, United States