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Photo courtesy of Homewood Middle School dance team.
A look inside the Homewood Middle School dance team
Coach Leslie Tanner built Homewood Middle School's dance team from scratch five years ago, creating a program where students find community, confidence and belonging long before they reach high school.
May 7, 2026
Photo courtesy of Eric Swope.
Get to know: Homewood Middle School art teacher Eric Swope
Homewood Middle art teacher Scott Swope, a 17-year HMS veteran, blends creativity and community through cross-country coaching, Wyldlife leadership and collaborative public art installations.
Apr 30, 2026
Photo by David Leong.
Custodian Roy Jackson’s influence reaches far beyond the school halls he cleans
Roy Jackson, 74, has kept Homewood Middle School clean for 18 years — and quietly mentored generations of students with handshakes, encouragement and unwavering faith.
Apr 9, 2026
Photo courtesy of Audrey Sivley.
Get to know: Homewood Middle Choral Director Audrey Sivley
Audrey Sivley is the choir director at Homewood Middle School and a 2023 University of Alabama graduate. Now in her second year teaching, she is passionate about helping students grow musically, build confidence and find a sense of belonging.
Mar 11, 2026
Photo courtesy of Ryan Murrell
Get to Know: Ryan Murrell, Homewood Middle School band director
Ryan Murrell is the band director at Homewood Middle School, where he has served for seven years. Overall, he is in his 13th year teaching overall. He talks about his background and plans for the HMS band program.
Sep 25, 2025
