Hamilton Elementary School

International Night was a beautiful reminder of the varied cultures that make our school such a special place to learn and grow.
From the delicious homemade dishes to the stunning traditional attire worn by our students and families, the night was one to remember! It was wonderful to see our community come together to share history, traditions, and, of course, some amazing food!
A huge thank you to all the families and staff members who hosted booths, prepared food, and shared their heritage with us. You help make Hamilton a place where every culture is celebrated and every student feels at home.

At Hamilton Elementary School, learning doesn't begin with a worksheet or a lesson plan. It begins with connection. In classrooms where dozens of languages and lived experiences come together, that connection matters. For Nikole Hample, an English Language Development (ELD) teacher, it's the foundation of everything she does.

For the past 11 years in the School District of Lancaster, Hample has built her work around a simple but powerful belief. Language is about access. It's identity. It's belonging.

A colleague who nominated her said: “Nikole is always willing to support her colleagues by sharing the resources she thoughtfully creates for her students. She generously shares these materials with ELD teachers across the district and welcomes new teachers into her classroom, offering guidance and expertise with enthusiasm.”

Another colleague who nominated her said: “Nikole Hample embodies our belief in celebrating and empowering every learner by fostering a warm, supportive community where students can discover their strengths, build confidence, and truly feel they belong. She consistently goes above and beyond in her role as building contact, thoughtfully adding resources for the team to share and ensuring everyone has what they need to help students thrive.”

Read her full story on our website, link in comments.

Another successful Kids Bingo Night!! Thank you to all of our families, staff members, PTO, and generous donators and sponsors for making it a wonderful night for all!