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Hemlock Finishes Winter Sports Season with Victorious Moments

Hemlock High School completed the winter sports season with many victorious moments. The Boys’ Varsity Basketball team finished the season at 14-7, for a 3rd place finish in our conference. Boys’ Varsity Basketball Sophmore Nolan Finkbeiner received First Team All-Conference honors. Second Team All-Conference honors went to Sophomore Michael Zolinski....

Cause for Applause

Hemlock Public School District Board of Education regularly honors individuals or groups for outstanding work and /or contributions to student success. This past month was no different. The Board of Education honored the following in the presence of support staff, teachers, administrators, students, and community members in attendance at the March board...

Hemlock Robotics Receive Imagery Award

Hemlock’s Robotic Team-Gray Matter brings home the Imagery Award from their recent competition held at Kettering University for the second consecutive year. This award celebrates attractiveness in engineering and outstanding visual aesthetic integration of machine and team appearance. This award is created in honor of Jack Kamen, for his dedication to art and...

Take a Tour

Hemlock Public School District has so many exceptional opportunities to offer students and their families. The district encourages parents to schedule a tour with the building principal(s) if they are considering attending for the 2019-20 school year. Board President, Dr. Katherine Ellison, said, “Hemlock is making big strides among local districts in having...

Serving Area Ribbon Cutting Hemlock Huskies

Hemlock Board of Education cut the ribbon on a newly food service serving area at K.C. Ling Elementary. Principal Gensch said, “Students and staff love their new cafeteria. This is a much smoother flow for our lunch periods.” This is just another example of how Hemlock Public School District is committed to continuous improvement. Superintendent Don...

Hemlock Huskies & Business Friends

The mission and vision of Hemlock Public School District are to Innovate – Collaborate – Educate, A Community of Learners! We at Hemlock Public School District believe in the importance of our relationships and collaborative partnerships. Board of Education President, Dr. Ellison said, “Hemlock is grateful to have a longstanding relationship with the...

Being a Parent in the Digital Age

The mission and vision of Hemlock Public School District are to Innovate – Collaborate – Educate, A Community of Learners! We, at Hemlock Public School District, are here to serve and support our parent partners in this journey as you raise your child from infancy to adulthood. Board of Education President, Dr. Ellison said, “Children today are learning a...

The Huskie Express

Hemlock Public School recently received an unexpected donation, the Huskie Express! A businessman from southeast Michigan with connections to Hemlock Sports Boosters and Student Leading Students (SLS) Advisor, John and Diane Mulvaney contacted the school in December with an offer to donate the approximately $50,000 electric train. The nearly new train, similar to...

What a Weekend to be a Hemlock Huskie!

What a weekend to be a Hemlock Huskie! Congratulations to Hemlock High School’s Pom Pon Team who place 1st for the second year in a row at States held at Michigan State’s Breslin Center on Sunday, January 27, 2019! Athletic Director Yell stated, “Their effort, dedication, and commitment has allowed them to be the best. They are commended for their...

Hemlock’s Snow Sculpting Team brings Home a First Place Win!

Hemlock Public School District’s Art Department selected six high school students to participate on a snow sculpting team to compete against 19 other Michigan high schools at Zehnder’s Snowfest this year. Hemlock brought home a First Place Award. The team’s design “Paradise,” was in tribute to the devastating California wildfires and the heartache that was seen on...

Registration Y5/Kindergarten

Preschool, Young 5, and Kindergarten 2019-20 online registration is available today! Click here (Preschool or Y5/Kindergarten) and register your student today! Parents will be invited to the traditional Kindergarten and Young Five registration event at Hemlock Elementary, 200 Wilson Street on March 7, 2019, at 6:30 p.m.

Cold Weather and School Cancellations

What is the chance of having a school cancellation this next week? Well, your guess is good as ours, we live in Michigan and weather is subject to change quickly. It seems like this time of year that sometimes the weather is the only news, and perhaps a little bit dramatized. At school, we tend to use the National Weather Service (NOAA) to help guide...

Hemlock Kindergarten Teacher Proposes for Outdoor Educational Classroom

Kindergarten teacher Donna Schantz, has a unique idea in mind proposing for an outdoor educational classroom. The concept is for students to develop their gross motor skills, imagination, cooperative play, and scientific inquiry in a non-traditional way. Hemlock Elementary houses infant care up to kindergarten, with students with varied abilities and...

Cause for Applause

Hemlock Public School District Board of Education regularly honors individuals or groups for outstanding work and contributions to the school district’s success. This past month was no different. The members of Hemlock Board of Education were honored by the Michigan Association of School Boards for service to the school and community. The school district...

Hemlock Students Celebrate Law Enforcement Appreciation Week

Young 5 students at Hemlock Elementary had some special visitors recently to celebrate Law Enforcement Appreciation Week. Officer Whitney was honored when students presented her with a sign of gratitude. Students were so thankful that she took time out of her busy day to visit their classroom, but they are most grateful that our officers keep us...

Registration is Coming!

Hemlock Public School District will be pre-registering Preschool, Young Five, and Kindergarten students for the 2019-20 school year on January 28, 2019. Parents will be able to go to our website and pre-register students online at http://www.hemlockps.com. Parents and students will be invited to the traditional Kindergarten and Young Five registration event...

Hemlock Public School District CELEBRATES SCHOOL BOARD RECOGNITION MONTH

Hemlock Public School District is joining 538 local and 56 intermediate school districts across Michigan to celebrate January as School Board Recognition Month. “Our school board members spend countless hours of time working to provide the best possible education for our students,” said Superintendent Killingbeck. “They also serve as the corporate board of...

Board of Education Recognition Month

The key to a brighter future for Michigan’s children is a strong public education system. Every day, students count on public schools to help prepare them for a successful future. Whether they understand it or not, they count on adults across the state ensuring they have access to resources to help them learn, keep their buildings safe and have qualified teachers...

Hemlock Receives SCF Grant

Hemlock Public School District was recently granted $14,000 from the Saginaw Community Foundation. The grant is to fund the Hemlock Area STEM Center. “This latest grant from the Saginaw Community Foundations moves us that much closer to making our building a reality,” said Tom Lockwood, Hemlock’s Technology Director and coordinator for Hemlock’s nine FIRST...

Hemlock Huskies Spreading Holiday Cheer

The holidays are a time of giving and nowhere was it more apparent than in the Hemlock Public School District. Throughout the month of December, students participated in a Holiday Food Drive, Pajama Drive, and Toys for Tots to help those less fortunate during the holiday season. Hemlock and K. C. Ling Elementary students collected over 600 pounds in...

Hemlock Public School District Says, Goodbye & Hello

Hemlock Public School District Board of Education sends Trustee David King off with a big heartfelt thank you for his eight years of service on the board of education. As the school district says, goodbye to Trustee King, they welcome a new member to the board of education with newly elected Trustee Kimberly Hoeppner. Trustee King has long affiliations with...

Cause for Applause

Hemlock Public School District Board of Education regularly honors individuals or groups for outstanding work and /or contributions to student success. This past month was no different. The Board of Education held their December meeting and elected to honor Food Service Director Christine Tomasek, Transportation Director Carolyn Donoghue, Summer...

FREE Concert! This Thursday, Dec. 6th!

The concert will be held in our high school auditorium.

Emergency School Closings and Delays

With winter weather upon us, that means adverse weather conditions that lead to school closings and delays. Student safety is a primary goal of the Hemlock Public School District. Weather conditions are monitored to ensure that students can be safely delivered to and from school. Parents are strongly encouraged to make arrangements for the welfare of their children...

Cause for Applause

Hemlock Public School District Board of Education regularly honors individuals or groups for outstanding work and/or contributions to student success. This past month was no different. The Board of Education held their November meeting and elected to honor retired business official Julie Zill. Superintendent Killingbeck nominated Zill for her unwavering support...

Why the focus on service?

Hemlock Public School District strives to provide a great student, parent, and community experience. Whether it be in the classroom, office, or an athletic event our goal is to make our stakeholders proud. Elementary Principal Lori Gensch noted, “It is our goal at Hemlock Public Schools to go above and beyond the call of duty to provide every family with a...

One Done, Three to Go

Hemlock Public School District is fortunate to have great families and fantastic community support. The district is continually focused on student safety, achievement, and overall positive school experience. Currently, the district has a number of initiatives, whether directly or through partnering organizations, focused on making improvements to the...

National School Bus Safety Week

Hemlock Welcomes Home Dad

Hemlock Elementary hosted a very special homecoming for Sargent Rafael Rodriguez. Wife and mother, Jennifer Rodriguez, with the help of kindergarten teacher Mrs. Klopf, 2nd-grade teacher Mrs. Hammond, and Principal Gensch arranged a very special welcome home assembly to surprise Sargent Rodriguez’ children, kindergartner Arianna, 2nd grader Shelby, and Austin. ...

Do you ever wonder how we decided to delay or close school?

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Cause for Applause

Hemlock Public School District Board of Education regularly honors individuals or groups for outstanding work and /or contributions to student success. This past month was no different. The Board of Education held their October meeting, and elected to honor High School Principal Keith Green, Middle School Principal Terry Keyser, and Elementary/K.C. Ling...

Hemlock Better than Expected

Hemlock Public School District Board of Education annually works with a third party auditing firm as required by law to review the district's financial statements. At our October meeting, Corinna Scharf from Weinlander Fitzhugh presented the 2017-18 audit. Scharf complimented the district on fiscal management, oversight, and business office procedures and...

Celebrating Principals Across the Country

Join the National Association of Secondary School Principals, the National Association of Elementary School Principals, and the American Federation of School Administrators this October as Hemlock Public School District honors the hard work and dedication of our principals all month long. National Principals Month is your opportunity to say “thank you” to...

Count Day Tomorrow-October 3, 2018

Wednesday, October 3, 2018, is the fall count day for the State of Michigan. Students that are absent need to bring in a doctor's excuse or a written note from a parent to excuse their child's absence. Please call your child's school secretary with any questions. Thank you for your assistance.

Community Education

Hemlock Public School District is committed to our mission and vision as an organization. The district’s mission and vision are simple: Innovate, Collaborate, Educate, A Community of Learners! The district is committed to serving the community and is working to expand our summer recreation program into the school year with community education. Karen...

2018-19 Hemlock Homecoming Celebration

Hemlock Public Schools kicked off homecoming week with part of the festivities showcasing cartoon themes. HS Art Teacher RaeAnn Woodcock and her student’s amazing efforts set the stage for the Huskies field for a victory over Pinconning 56-0. Mrs. Woodcock stated, "It was a great effort with Sophomores, Juniors, and Varsity all participating. It turned out...

Hemlock Business Association Organization of the Year

Hemlock Business Association has honored the Hemlock Public School District as the 2018 Organization of the Year Award. Hemlock Public School District was recognized due to their significant contribution and community service. Board President Dr. Katherine Ellison said, “Hemlock schools are honored to have been chosen for this award. It is suggestive of our...

CAUSE FOR APPLAUSE

Hemlock Public School District Board of Education regularly honors individuals or groups for outstanding work and /or contributions to student success. This past month was no different. The Board of Education held their September meeting at Hemlock High School, and elected to honor high school parent-Heidi Kanouse, support staff members-Mike Walton and...

Cause for Applause

Hemlock Public School District Board of Education regularly honors individuals or groups for outstanding work and /or contributions to student success. This past month was no different. The Board of Education held their August meeting and elected to honor the members of the Playground Patrol Committee. These individuals were all nominated for the...

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Hemlock Huskies Still Gaining Knowledge at MSU Summer STEAM Internship Program

Hemlock High School's Phillip Spannagel and Gage Slominski has worked with Michigan State University faculty over the summer on the Gas Cylinder Tracking project and the Water Purification Project. The Gas Cylinder Tracking System Group have constructed a web application that will allow MSU employees to check-in and out gas cylinders into labs using their...

Huskies for Hope

Hemlock Huskies National Honor Society Students and advisor, Karen Willour marched to support Barb Smith’s organization - Suicide Resource and Response Network on Sunday, August 12, 2018. The Huskies raised over $1300. The mission of the Suicide Resource and Response Network is to foster awareness and education to prevent suicide in the Great Lakes Bay Region...

Cooking with Char

The Hemlock Public School District continues to find ways to grow and improve in service to students as we focus on fulfilling our mission and vision. Educational Booster and #1 Huskie Supporter Char O’Connor is consistently working to help make improvements that will benefit students. Dr. Ellison said, “Mrs. O’Connor has been helping the district since...

Cradle to College

Hemlock Public School District has so many enticing things to offer students and their families from the cradle all the way to college. The district provides a childcare center, early middle college program, and a 1:1 computing initiative in place to support anywhere, anytime, and any place learning, along with a full offering of athletics, performing arts,...

Hemlock Public School District COMMUNICATING WITH YOU IS IMPORTANT TO US

The Hemlock Public School District believes in partnering with families and the community. Communication, with any relationship, is crucial and it is essential to our vision and mission to keep our district informed. Board of Education President Ellison, said, “In today’s fast-paced world, there are so many options for communication that it’s important to...

Renewal of Operating Millage

On Tuesday, August 7, 2018, the voters of Hemlock will be asked to consider the renewal of an operating millage for the Hemlock Public School District. In the fall of 2013, Hemlock voters approved 18-mill levy on non-homestead property, as authorized by law. This levy expires in 2018. This proposal asks voters to allow Hemlock Schools to again levy the full 18...

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Huskies Cut Ribbon

The Hemlock Board of Education cut a ribbon instead of budgets at their regular June board meeting. The Board of Education formally approved grade realignment at their regular June meeting. This action added five new classrooms to the Hemlock Elementary building. The school district, which has faced declining enrollment since the 1980’s, has recently...

Culinary Arts Class Receives

Culinary Students can now cook and bake with NEW confidence thanks to the support of their community. The culinary class has needed new cookware for a long time. Students are constantly in the kitchens at Hemlock High School, every week making five recipes in five working kitchens. Students plan, prep, and serve amazing dinners for Veterans at Thanksgiving, and...

Celebrating Growing Pains

The Hemlock Public School District continues to be a destination for families seeking the best educational opportunities for their children. The school district is excited to announce that student enrollment has exceeded reasonable expectations to the point of considering grade level positioning for the 2018-19 school year. Board of Education President...

Hemlock Huskies Junior Achievement Honorees

Junior Achievement (J.A.) of North Central Michigan recently awarded Lynn and Linda Gruber, both of Hemlock Semiconductor Operations LLC, with the “Volunteer of the Year” award for their work volunteering in Mrs. Whitford’s economics classes at Hemlock High School. Mr. and Mrs. Gruber were recognized during the Junior Achievement’s Annual Hall of Fame dinner...

Cause for Applause

Hemlock Public School District Board of Education regularly honors individuals or groups for outstanding work and /or contributions to student success. This past month was no different. The Board of Education held their May meeting and elected to honor PTO President Cheryl Hagerty, Middle School Drama Coach Megan Scott, and Robotics Mentors Tom and Dana...

Hemlock Huskies Turning Green

The Hemlock Huskies school color-blue continues to grow a shade of green. The Hemlock Public School District received a grant from the Department of Environmental Quality to educate and promote recycling on campus and in the community. Board of Education President, Dr. Ellison said, “This grant affords Hemlock the opportunity to take better care of our...

Love of the Arts 2018

It pays to graduate from Hemlock High School

The Hemlock High School class of 2018 commencement will be held on Sunday, June 3. The class is comprised of 86 graduates. Many of the senior class were honored on May 3, 2018, in our annual Awards Ceremony. Scholarships were presented in excess of 1.1 million dollars through universities, colleges, trade schools, and various local, state, and national...

Hemlock Public School District Honored by Governor Snyder for Commitment to STEM Education

Hemlock High School’s Robotics Team, Gray Matter, competed at the FIRST State Championships held at Saginaw Valley State University on April 12, 13, and 14th. During the event, Governor Snyder presented a Certificate of Recognition to the team for its support of K-12 STEM education. Hemlock Public School District provides the complete FIRST Progression of...

Playground Patrol

Hemlock Public School District is fortunate to have great families and wonderful community support. The district is continually focused on student safety, achievement, and overall positive school experience. Elementary Principal Gensch said, “The Playground Committee has been working tirelessly to make this project happen. I am amazed by their dedication and...

Take a Tour

Hemlock Public School District has so many exceptional opportunities to offer students and their families. The district encourages parents to schedule a tour with the building principal(s) if they are considering attending for the 2018-19 school year. Board President, Dr. Katherine Ellison, said, “Hemlock is making big strides among local districts in having...

Hemlock’s Love of the Arts

Hemlock Public School District will host Love of the Arts 2018 on Tuesday, May 8th, 2018, at Hemlock High School featuring fine arts gallery from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm and the performance arts portion from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm. Principal Keith Green said, “This is a special event within our district that unites all four of our school buildings and brings back...

School Improvement

Parent Survey - Hemlock Elementary Parent Survey - KC Ling Elementary Parent Survey - Hemlock Middle School Parent Survey - Hemlock High School

Hemlock's Robotics Team Heading to World Championship

The State Robotics Competition was held this past weekend at Saginaw Valley State University drawing in over 160 teams with over 5,000 in attendance. Hemlock High School Gray Matter Robotics Team, comprised of students from 9th-12th grade, started the competition confident in their chances of pressing through States and making it to the World Championship...

Hemlock has Irons in the Fire

Hemlock Public School District is fortunate to have great families and wonderful community support. The district is continually focused on student safety, achievement, and overall positive school experience. Currently, the district has a number of initiatives, whether directly or through partnering organizations, focused on making improvements to the...

CAUSE FOR APPLAUSE

Hemlock Public School District Board of Education regularly honors individuals or groups for outstanding work and /or contributions to student success. This past month was no different. The Board of Education held their April meeting and elected to honor high school science teacher, Matt Bauer. Alumnus, Kyle Launstein, nominated Mr. Bauer, for being...

Hemlock Finishes Winter Sports Season with Victorious Moments

Hemlock High School finished up the winter sports season with many victorious moments. The girls’ and boys’ varsity basketball teams both had a successful season and won district finals. The girls also earned the Tri-Valley West Championship title. Boys’ Varsity, Nolan Finkbeiner, and Girls’ Varsity, Natalie Hoffman, were selected the Saginaw News All-Area...

Cause for Applause

Hemlock Public School District Board of Education regularly honors individuals or groups for outstanding work and /or contributions to student success. This past month was no different. The Board of Education held their regular March meeting and elected to honor bus driver, Bonnie Engel. Principal Lori Gensch nominated Bonnie for her dedication and care for...

Hemlock Celebrates 13 Years of the Paw Ball-Oscar Style

The Hemlock Pep Club put on a star-studded event for their 13th annual Paw Ball on Saturday, March 10th. The “Oscar Experience” theme had many of the guests going all-out, with ladies in formal gowns, men sporting bow ties, and the “paparazzi” even showed up. Tammy Grandy, Pep Club President, said, “I was truly amazed at how many people attended Paw Ball...

Hemlock’s Robotics’ Teams Gaining Ground

Hemlock High School’s Gray Matter Robotics’ Team competed in the Kettering University District Competition on March 10, 2018, against world champions-hall of fame teams and finished with the 6th highest point total of 40 teams. They, also, won the Imagery Award. This award celebrates attractiveness in engineering and outstanding visual aesthetic integration of...

Head to Head

Middle school students are enjoying competing with other area schools in the Head to Head Program. Head to Head gives all students a platform to showcase themselves, no matter what their interests may be in with 17 different events at each meet. Principal Keyser stated, “I love this program because it gives our students a chance to shine in areas they have...

Hemlock Band Students Contribute to TVC-West

The Hemlock Public School District’s Instrumental Music Department made huge contributions to the Tri-Valley Conference-West Honor Band on January 31, Ovid-Elsie High School. “As we look ahead to the next few months, we will still have many students who are going above and beyond,” said Joshua Chase. “We had 14 students who were nominated and selected to...

Art Department Honors and Events

Hemlock Public School District’s Art Department selected six high school students to participate on a snow sculpting team to compete against 19 other Michigan high schools at Zehnder’s Snowfest this year. The team placed 3rd and received a cash award. The team’s design of a mother elephant embracing her infant was a definite crowd pleaser. “This entirely new...

Paw Ball

The Hemlock Community Pep Club will be hosting the 13th annual Huskie Paw Ball. This fun-filled event is a staple in the community and school district that people look forward to every year to reminisce, create new memories and friendships. The Pep Club Paw Ball Committee has been reinvigorated with 20 members strong and plans to put on a night to remember! ...

Cause for Applause

Hemlock Public School District Board of Education regularly honors individuals or groups for outstanding work and /or contributions to student success. This past month was no different. The Board of Education held their regular February meeting at Hemlock High School and elected to honor high school and middle school pompon teams, parents, and staff that are...

Thank you for Your Support

Boxes of Love Thanks to your generous hearts and wallets, we were able to donate the following items to the Underground Railroad of Saginaw: 53 bottles of shampoo/conditioner26 hair accessories/products29 bottles of lotions15 feminine hygiene products/baby wipes31 sticks of deodorant10 body sprays72 bars of soap20 bottles of body wash112 tooth brushes55 tubes...

Hemlock Huskies Step Forward

Hemlock Public School District took the next step on Thursday, February 8th, 2018 with a team of approximately thirty parents, community members, and staff members to start developing the district’s next strategic plan. The district is devoted to renewing their commitment to excellence and continuous improvement. The district developed a strategic plan in the...

Here Comes the Bus!

Hemlock Public School District Board of Education is excited to announce a new feature available to parents of students riding the bus to and from school. Here Comes the Bus is an alert system that will notify parents or students when the bus is near their pickup or drop off. Superintendent Don Killingbeck said, “This is one of the ways Hemlock Public School...

Pompon State Champs

On Sunday, February 4, 2018, Hemlock High School and Hemlock Middle School performed at Michigan State’s Breslin Student Events Center in the Mid-American Pompon State Championship. The high school team brought home a 1st place victory, and the middle school placed 2nd in their division. This is a first time in Hemlock Public School history our pompon team...

Saginaw County Wrestling Champs

Hemlock High School senior wrestlers, Emiliano Flores and Ethan McGregor, were both recently crowned Saginaw County Champions, at the January 13, 2018, Saginaw County Meet. Emiliano brought home the County Championship the past two years, and this is Ethan’s first victory after finishing runner-up last year. Emiliano has over 100 career victories, and Ethan should...

Boxes of Love

Dear Families, Each year our district reaches out to support the women and children of the Underground Railroad of Saginaw. The Underground Railroad is a safe haven that provides services for victims of domestic violence, stalking, sexual assault, and human slavery. In the last year, the Underground Railroad of Saginaw provided many valuable...

Registration Begins!

**KINDERGARTEN/YOUNG FIVE REGISTRATION- ONLINE PREREGISTRATION AVAILABLE FEBRUARY 2ND, 2018 (Click here)** The Kindergarten and Young Five registration event will take place at K.C. Ling Elementary School, 835 North Pine Street on March 8, 2018, at 6:30 p.m. Children that are 5 years old by September 1, 2018, will be eligible to register for Kindergarten....

Registration Begins!

PRESCHOOL- ONLINE REGISTRATION AVAILABLE! (Click-on) We are so excited that you have chosen Hemlock’s preschool program for your children!! We want your child’s first experience in school to be challenging, rewarding, successful, and fun! We provide daily hands-on opportunities to learn and grow through play, large and small group experiences, music and movement,...

Hemlock Huskies Green Team!

The Hemlock Huskies school color-blue continues to grow greener as the district works to implement two Department of Environmental Quality grants received last spring. The first grant in the amount of $6,375 is to educate and promote recycling and the second $18,405 to provide the infrastructure to for the recycling program. This brings the total to $24,780 for...

Overcoming Adversity Elizabeth Smart Speaks to Hemlock High School

Hemlock Public School District had the unique opportunity to have Elizabeth Smart speak to high school students thanks to the sponsorship from Team One Credit Union. Ms. Smart spoke to students about her perseverance and withstanding after her 9-month horrible ordeal of rape and abuse. She explained how every one of us has the right to be loved and to never...

Hemlock Board Vacancy

The Hemlock Public School District has a Board of Education vacancy and residents of the district are encouraged to apply for the position. Board of Education President Katherine Ellison, Ph.D. said, "Being on the Board of Education is a wonderful opportunity to help set the vision and goals of the district, which affects everyone in our...

Hemlock Robotics Teams Receives State Grants

Hemlock Public School District has received grants totaling $5,950 from the State of Michigan to help fund the district’s FIRST robotics programs. FIRST is an international educational organization focusing on the development and implementation of science and technology in schools. While the state grant is welcome, the robotics programs have to look for...

Hemlock Huskies Taking Inventory & Setting the Course

Happy New Year! It is an enduring tradition that a new year means resolutions and a renewed commitment to being the best version of you possible. Hemlock Public School District is committed to renewing their commitment to excellence and continuous improvement. This winter and spring the district will embark on updating and developing a new strategic plan that will...

PRESCHOOL- ONLINE PRE-REGISTRATION AVAILABLE FEBRUARY 2ND, 2018

We are so excited that you have chosen Hemlock’s preschool program for your children!! We want your child’s first experience in school to be challenging, rewarding, successful, and fun! We provide daily hands-on opportunities to learn and grow through play, large and small group experiences, music and movement, and outdoor play! Through daily hands-on learning...

KINDERGARTEN/YOUNG FIVE REGISTRATION- ONLINE PRE-REGISTRATION AVAILABLE FEBRUARY 2ND, 2018

The Kindergarten and Young Five registration event will take place at K.C. Ling Elementary School, 835 North Pine Street on March 8, 2018, at 6:30 p.m. Children that are 5 years old by September 1, 2018, will be eligible to register for Kindergarten. Children that are 5 by December 1, 2018, will be eligible to register for Young Five. Parents and students are...

Hemlock STEM/ROBOTICS Awarded Saginaw Community Foundation Grant

Hemlock Public School District was recently granted $10,000 from the Saginaw Community Foundation-Dow Chemical Company Foundation Donor Advised Fund. The grant is to fund the STEM Emphasis at Hemlock Elementary Schools MakerSpace and Middle School Robotics. Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math (STEAM) Teacher Emily Schmidt shared, “I am so excited...

Hemlock Huskies Spreading Holiday Cheer

The holidays are a time of giving and nowhere was it more apparent than in the hearts of our littlest Huskies. Throughout the month of December, Hemlock Elementary & K.C. Ling Elementary students participated in a Pay It Forward Book Drive and a Holiday Food Drive to help those less fortunate during the holiday season. As part of the Pay It Forward...

Emergency School Closing/Delays Information

With winter weather upon us, that means adverse weather conditions that lead to school closings and delays. Student safety is a primary goal of the Hemlock Public School District. Weather conditions are monitored to ensure that students can be safely delivered to and from school. Parents are strongly encouraged to make arrangements for the welfare of their children...

HEMLOCK PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT CELEBRATES OUR SCHOOL BOARD LEADERS THIS JANUARY “School Boards Lead”

January is School Board Recognition Month and Hemlock Public School District is joining 541 local and 56 intermediate school districts across the state to thank these community volunteers for their untiring dedication to public education.“Serving on a school board has been described as the ‘toughest volunteer job in America.’ Yet Michigan’s public school board...

Hemlock’s Robotic Team Visits Kurek Tool

Hemlock High School Robotics team visits Kurek Tool on a recent field trip. Students learned about CNC machining with a HAAS Machine Center. Kurek Tool, Inc. is a woman-owned business specializing in the precision manufacturing of tool, fixtures, prototypes and similar engineered products. This field trip was an excellent opportunity for students to...

Snow Day Fun-Childcare Remains Open

Cause for Applause

Hemlock Public School District Board of Education regularly honors individuals or groups for outstanding work and /or contributions to student success. This past month was no different. The Board of Education held their regular December meeting at Hemlock Middle School and elected to honor parents, teachers, and staff that are part of what makes our middle...

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Hemlock Business Association Winner

The Hemlock Business Association recently held a contest in partnership with Hemlock Public School District to update the organization’s logo. There were numerous entries, but one stood out to the selection committee and was unanimously selected as the winner. Hemlock Business Association selected the logo, which was submitted by Coryn Boyke, a Hemlock High...

Attendance/Grade Notification Info

Parents, did you know that you can have email notifications sent to you regarding attendance or grades? Simply log into Skyward Family Access through our web page at www.hemlockps.com, click on menu and the "For Families" . Once you are into the Family Access screen, (at the top right corner), click on "My Account" you can check the boxes that apply to your...

Hemlock Gives Back

Hemlock Public School District is busy with many charity collections this time of year. Madeline Curtiss and Kelly Ludlum, MS Student Council Advisors and teachers, hosted a food drive in a one-week span and students came through with over 600 donated items. These items will be distributed to families in our local community to ensure they have a better...

Hemlock Public School District Prepares Drivers for Inclement Weather

Hemlock Public School District is preparing their bus drivers for safe driving in inclement weather by participating in training from Michigan Center for Truck Safety from Lansing, MI (a non-profit organization.) This free opportunity will give drivers a training seminar on a simulator in the case of inclement weather. Transportation Director Carolyn...

PTO's Popcorn for Playground!

PTO's Popcorn for the Playground Sale! Chose between 3 large bags of Zastrow's specialty popcorn packed inside a reusable grocery bag of your choice for $10! Orders are due by Friday, December 8 and returned for pick up on December 18 from 2:00-6:30 pm at Hemlock Elementary. Click on the link below for order form.https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws...

Mark your Calendars

3rd and 4th grade Holiday Concert: Monday, Dec 18 at 6:30 at Middle School Gym Young 5 Christmas Program: Tuesday, Dec 19 at 5:30 pm at Ling Elementary Gymnasium Kindergarten's Holiday Concert: Wednesday, December 20 at 1:00 pm in the high school auditorium. MS/HS Band Concert: Wednesday, December 20 at 7:00 in the High School Gym

K.C. Ling Elementary Student Leaders Pay It Forward

K.C. Ling Elementary students had the opportunity to become leaders of the Huskie Pack by running for our newly formed student council. Elections were held in each of the 3rd and 4th-grade classrooms to choose two representatives. Students interested in running for these positions had to prepare a speech outlining why they would be good representatives and what...

Cause for Applause

Hemlock Public School District Board of Education regularly honors individuals or groups for outstanding work and/or contributions to student success. This past month was no different. The Board of Education honored Richland Township Police, Jack Doyle, and Richland Township Fire Department, Mike Morse, and Hemlock’s Building and Grounds Director, Rick Crofoot. ...

Hemlock Honors our Senior Citizens and Veterans

Hemlock Public School District hosted their 47th annual Senior Citizens Thanksgiving Dinner to over 230 community members and area business sponsors. Senator Ken Horn was in attendance and thanked all our honored veterans for their service and dedication to our country. Students passed out “thank-you” cards and poppies. Jamie Otter, MS Counselor/Social...

Hemlock Huskies Sinking Fund Defeated, but the Huskie Spirit Remains Strong

With the recent defeat on Tuesday, November 7th of a proposed sinking fund millage for Hemlock Public School District, Superintendent Don Killingbeck, and the Hemlock Board of Education will have to figure out how to pay for projects Killingbeck, says are “needs, not wants.” The tax proposal, which would have allowed the HPSD to levy 1.5 mills ($1.50 per...

Hemlock Cross Country Inducted into Hall of Fame

Hemlock High School Cross Country 2001 and 2002 teams were recently honored and inducted into the Saginaw County Sports Hall of Fame. The Hemlock teams were celebrated on November 5, 2017, in the presence of many community and family members who attended the annual banquet. Retired Hemlock High School Principal and Superintendent Rudy Godefroidt said, “I am sure...

Saginaw Spirit Robotics Night

Hemlock Public School District Keeping “GREEN” In Mind for Our Community

Hemlock Huskies school colors are blue and white, but when it comes to the environment, they are green. The district values and teaches sound environmental practices with our new recycling program. The district does more than “talk-the-talk,” but rather practices what they teach. One example is partnering with Schupan Electronic Recycling for responsible disposal...

Hemlock Soccer Field Lighting Project Saginaw Community Foundation Grant Awarded

Hemlock Public Schools was recently granted $8,000 from the Saginaw Community Foundation-Dow Corning Donor for the Hemlock Soccer Lighting Project. “The donation from the Saginaw Community Foundation will assist Hemlock Public Schools with a much-needed electrical upgrade to their soccer complex.” said Joseph Wardlow, parent and soccer coach. “With...

Hemlock Middle School Students Gain New Math Technique for Future Learning!

The Hemlock Middle School Math Department has completed an overhaul this school year with the purchasing a new book series, GoMath! The series comes from the Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Series, that includes digital interactives, consumable student editions for each student to be able to write notes into their own book, and a Personal Math Trainer to best...

Hemlock Community Works Together to Benefit Wood Shop Students

Owner of, Story of the Trees Sawmill and Hemlock Alumni, Paul Thornton, donated his time, talent, and materials sawing logs into usable lumber for Hemlock’s wood shop program. Students were able to see the process of turning trees into lumber. They assisted in stacking the wood properly for the drying process to begin. The logs, which were mainly pine, and one...

Hemlock Grows in Environmental Stewardship

Hemlock Public School District is committed to improving our community’s environment. The district this past year has begun work to minimize the carbon footprint of the school operations with a Department of Environmental Quality grant to start a recycling program. The recycling program now has most of the major components in place and is being utilized daily...

Hemlock Honors National Principal Month

October is National Principal Month, and the Hemlock Board of Education joined the nation in honoring building leaders. Each principal received a certificate in their honor and a gift bag with Hemlock Huskie attire. All recipients graciously accepted in the presence of support staff, teachers, administrators, students, and community members in attendance at...

Cause For Applause

Hemlock Public School District Board of Education regularly honors individuals or groups for outstanding work and /or contributions to student success. This past month was no different. The Board of Education honored the following at their October Meeting: Building Principals: Lori Gensch, Terry Keyser, and Keith Green (National Principals...

Open Letter

October 2017 Hello Friends: It was great to connecting with members of our community during our series of sinking fund informational meetings. We know that not everyone cannot make it to our informational meetings regarding the Hemlock Public School District sinking fund ballot initiative. So we have a website, www.hemlocksinkingfund.org that contains a lot...

“Full STEAM Ahead” at K.C. Ling Elementary

As we prepare students to succeed in a rapidly changing technology-based society, the learning environment is evolving at K.C. Ling Elementary. Students are being provided new and engaging learning experiences that are intended to get them excited about the fields of science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics (STEAM). New this school year, students in...

Michigan Department of Education - Teacher of the Year!

The Michigan Department of Education (MDE) is asking for your help to identify the next Michigan Teacher of the Year (MTOY). Anyone can nominate a teacher or teachers who are exceptional educational leaders and have made substantial contributions to the teaching profession. Simply complete MDE’s online nomination form and submit. Nominations are open until Friday,...

Hemlock Honors Larry Graf

The Hemlock Sports Boosters has selected former varsity softball coach Larry Graf to be honored with the Mulvaney Volunteer Award. Principal Keith Green noted, “Larry is the epitome of Hemlock. Larry loves the Huskies and has dedicated his free time for the past forty plus years to make Hemlock a better place.” Athletic Director George Herrington added, “Larry...

Hemlock Public School District Develops Curriculum Council

The Hemlock Public School District in collaboration with teaching staff has worked to develop a curriculum council that will help oversee the development and alignment of curriculum and assessment. The council will also help with school improvement and professional development. High School Teacher, Karen Willour said, “I am excited to be part of this proactive...

Want to know how your child is doing in school?

SKYWARD FAMILY ACCESS Need access to your student's grades?On our website, hemlockps.com, click on Menu and then Skyward Family Access. This will bring you to the login page. Put in your Login ID and password and you are all set! Don't forget Skyward also has a mobile app for easy access on the go. Don't remember your login or password? Call or send an email:...

Sinking Fund

What is a sinking fund? It sounds like a funny name for something that is used to help a school district maintain and enhance facilities and technology. Under Michigan law, a school may collect taxes for a "sinking fund" that can be used for repairs, renovations, and technology (as well as other construction). Superintendent Don Killingbeck said, “The ballot...

Cause for Applause

Hemlock Public School District Board of Education regularly honors individuals or groups for outstanding work and contributions to student success. This past month was no different. The Board of Education honored Hemlock Middle School teacher, Kyle Wilkowski at their regular September meeting. Middle School Principal Terry Keyser nominated Kyle for his outstanding...

Hemlock's K-12 Robotic's Storm of New Teams and Challenges

Hemlock’s K-12 Robotics’ Storm of New Teams and Challenges K.C. LING LAUNCHES FOUR TEAMS ON AQUA ADVENTURE FIRST Lego League Jr. (FLLJr) is a program designed for Kindergarten – 3rd grade students. Last year K.C. Ling Elementary fielded two teams, this year the fun has been doubled to four teams. Students will learn about water as an...

Hemlock Appreciation Campaign

Kyle Boros, HS Dean of Students and Ashley Helmer, MS Language Arts teacher accept their welcome gift.Hemlock Kicks Off Appreciation Campaign! Thank you to our Sponsors The Hemlock Public School District in conjunction with the Hemlock Lions Club, Elementary/K.C. Ling PTO and Booster organizations helped welcome new staff members with welcome bags. The...

Cell Phone Usage in School

Cell Phone Usage in SchoolWe at Hemlock Public School District are proud to have our students use technology in learning by providing Chromebooks for classroom use and options for students to be able to take them home. Student use of their own technology at school for learning is no longer necessary. Parents can help by reminding their students that cell phones...

Hemlock's Students Leading Students attend 9/11 Memorial

Mrs. Mulvaney and her SLS group attended the 9/11 Memorial event in Saginaw today. They stood with the Patriot Guard during the ceremony in honor and respect for those who passed on 9/11, and for all of our 1st responders who serve and protect us every day. Mrs. Mulvaney had received many compliments and appreciation from the Police and Firefighters for the...

Attendance at School is Important to Student's Success

Attendance at School is Vitally Important to Students Success We at Hemlock Public School District emphasize that attendance at school is vitally important to our student’s success. Reasonable absences from school are understandable. If your student will not be attending school due to illness, appointments, etc., please call your child’s school to report...

MS Expands Opportunities

Hemlock Middle School Expanding Students’ HorizonsHemlock Middle School is expanding students’ academic and career horizons with the addition of new classes to the curriculum. New this year is a class schedule that expands to seven periods from the previous six periods, with new classes offered including Science Alive! (hand-on experiences), Great Moments in...

Hemlock HBA-Teacher of the Year

Teacher of the Year Hemlock Business Association Hemlock Business Association has selected Stephanie Dunton, as the 2017 Teacher of the Year. Dunton joins an elite group of previous honorees such as Lousie Fleischmann and Dana Lockwood. Her nomination noted that Mrs. Dunton represents herself as an excellent teacher who is hardworking, empathic, passionate,...

Hemlock Basketball Golf Outing

HEMLOCK BASKETBALL GOLF OUTINGL-R: HEMLOCK VARSITY BASKETBALL PLAYERS-Austin Hickey, Dawson Murphy, and Luke LiebrockValley View Farms Golf Course – August 19th, 2017The Hemlock High School boys’ and girls’ basketball programs hosted their annual golf outing at Valley View Farms Golf Course in Saginaw. The event was a success as twenty-seven teams enjoyed some...

K.C. Ling Welcomes New Teachers!

K.C. Ling Elementary Welcomes New Teachers! Hemlock, MI – The month of August is always a busy time as schools prepare for the start of another successful year. This has been particularly true for new principal, Lori Gensch, with the hiring of three new teachers at K.C. Ling Elementary. The new teachers joining the Huskie pack...

Student Online Enrollment Verification

Instructions on how to complete your student's enrollment verification for 2017-18 school year.Click here to access your Skyward Family Access.

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Hemlock Public School District Partners with Apptegy to Create New Mobile App, Website, and Communications Platform Hemlock Public School District is proud to announce their new partnership with Apptegy to reimagine and extend a dynamic new communications platform. Hemlock partnered with Apptegy, a communication solutions company from Little Rock, Arkansas, to...

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Hemlock Set to Hire New Elementary & K.C. Ling Principal

Hemlock Public School District is pleased to announce that Lori Gensch has been selected as the new Hemlock Elementary and K.C. Ling Elementary Principal, pending Board of Education approval for the 2017-18 school year. The district received a lot of interest from qualified candidates and went through a rigorous interview process. Candidates provided a digital...

Huskies Turning Green

The Hemlock Huskie blue may be turning a shade of green. The Hemlock Public School District recently received a grant from the Department of Environmental Quality to educate and promote recycling on campus and in the community. Board of Education President Dr. Ellison said, "This grant affords Hemlock the opportunity to take better care of our environment for...

Tentative Agreement with Support Staff

The Hemlock Board of Education and Support Staff have reached a tentative agreement for the next three years. The parties negotiated over the course of a couple of months meeting several times to iron out a mutually beneficial agreement.Superintendent Don Killingbeck, said, “We are fortunate to have an amazing group of hard working and dedicated support staff...

Hemlock Huskies Robotics Booming

Hemlock Public School’s Robotics’ Team took delivery of a Bridgeport Mill this past month. It's an oldie but a goodie! Made in America in the 60's this mill has a Digital Read Out (DRO) added and will be producing parts for their 2018 state-of-the-art robots. This will be a tremendous help for next year’s building season and will provide educational opportunities...

Real World Experience Hemlock Huskies

Hemlock High School Art IV students received some real world experience this school year. The students under the direction of Art Teacher RaeAnn Woodcock were invited to re-design the Early Childhood infant and toddler rooms. Students were in teams and came up with three designs, which were then evaluated by an independent panel. The students met with a...

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