Friday was a beautiful, full-circle day at Hemlock Middle School.
We watched our eighth graders take a giant step forward as they visited the High School. Seeing them welcomed so warmly into the halls where they will soon be freshmen was a proud moment for all of us - even if it's hard to believe how fast they've grown.
At the same time, we had the joy of opening our own doors to the entire fourth-grade class from K.C. Ling Elementary. Our staff and students were thrilled to host these future fifth graders, guiding them through building and locker tours. A highlight of the day was our student panel, which did an amazing job answering questions and turning transition worries into genuine excitement.
It’s a privilege to be a part of these milestone moments, watching one class ready itself for high school while welcoming the next generation into our HMS family.
#HemlockHuskies
We watched our eighth graders take a giant step forward as they visited the High School. Seeing them welcomed so warmly into the halls where they will soon be freshmen was a proud moment for all of us - even if it's hard to believe how fast they've grown.
At the same time, we had the joy of opening our own doors to the entire fourth-grade class from K.C. Ling Elementary. Our staff and students were thrilled to host these future fifth graders, guiding them through building and locker tours. A highlight of the day was our student panel, which did an amazing job answering questions and turning transition worries into genuine excitement.
It’s a privilege to be a part of these milestone moments, watching one class ready itself for high school while welcoming the next generation into our HMS family.
#HemlockHuskies
This is your reminder to stop by Legend Gymnasium tonight at 7:00 PM for our Spring Band Concert! We are expecting rain this evening, so the location has been changed to an indoor setting. 8th-12th grade band students will be showcasing their talents and the hard work they've put in all year long. It's sure to be an unforgettable event - see you in the gym!
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Our Student Council and National Junior Honor Society students took a field trip to watch a Great Lakes Loons game this week.
This social outing was an opportunity for them to have fun with their peers after a year of hard work and dedication. The day was made even better when their advisors participated in a race to see which ice cream topping was the fastest - we hear that caramel was the winner!
We're so happy that these upstanding students had a great time (and congratulations to Caramel).
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Congratulations to the HMS 6th graders for winning this month's Color Wars! They were awarded points towards winning the Class Cup at the end of the year because of their awesome class spirit. Good work!
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Our 8th grade students have been working on something truly special.
They created Growth Mindset Gumball Machines and flower beds filled with positive messages and encouraging words to support our 6th and 7th graders during tough times. Each gumball and flower is a reminder to stay strong, keep trying, and believe in yourself even when things feel hard.
It’s amazing to see our older students stepping up as leaders and spreading kindness throughout our school. Small messages can make a big difference, and these students are helping create a more positive and supportive community for everyone.
Way to go, Mrs. Slominski's Growth Class!
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They created Growth Mindset Gumball Machines and flower beds filled with positive messages and encouraging words to support our 6th and 7th graders during tough times. Each gumball and flower is a reminder to stay strong, keep trying, and believe in yourself even when things feel hard.
It’s amazing to see our older students stepping up as leaders and spreading kindness throughout our school. Small messages can make a big difference, and these students are helping create a more positive and supportive community for everyone.
Way to go, Mrs. Slominski's Growth Class!
#HemlockHuskies
Take a bow! Huge shoutout to our 5th, 6th, and 7th-grade rockstars for an incredible Spring Concert. From the first note to the final cutoff, you guys absolutely nailed it.
We are very proud of these talented students and we can't wait to see what the future holds as their skills develop and grow.
#HemlockHuskies
We are very proud of these talented students and we can't wait to see what the future holds as their skills develop and grow.
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Everyone get your class tees ready because tomorrow, May 14th, is Color Wars! The grade with the most class color spirit will be awarded points toward the Class Cup at the end of the year.
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Today we'd like to celebrate 8th grader Emmeline Reikowsky, this year's Turnaround Achievement Award winner.
Emmeline was nominated by Principal Lori Gensch, who had this to say about her remarkable transformation: "Emmeline has demonstrated outstanding perseverance and personal growth. Throughout the year she has developed into a focused, goal-driven student who is committed to her success. Her dedication, resilience, and determination to improve truly exemplify the spirit of the Turnaround Achievement Award."
All of us here at HMS are so incredibly proud of you, Emmeline. The example you've set shows what it means to "Pull the Sled!"
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Emmeline was nominated by Principal Lori Gensch, who had this to say about her remarkable transformation: "Emmeline has demonstrated outstanding perseverance and personal growth. Throughout the year she has developed into a focused, goal-driven student who is committed to her success. Her dedication, resilience, and determination to improve truly exemplify the spirit of the Turnaround Achievement Award."
All of us here at HMS are so incredibly proud of you, Emmeline. The example you've set shows what it means to "Pull the Sled!"
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Would you like to be part of the most fun day of the year? We are in need of parent volunteers for HMS Field Day on Friday, May 29th, and we'd love to have you. Click the link below to sign up!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B044AAFA722A4FA7-64013035-hmsfield#/
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B044AAFA722A4FA7-64013035-hmsfield#/
PTO PIZZA FUNDRAISER IS GOING STRONG!
Help support our students while they earn AWESOME prizes! The more pizzas sold, the bigger the rewards!
✅ Delicious pizza kits for family pizza night
✅ Easy way to support our school
✅ Students can earn incentive prizes AND larger grand prizes!
Every order makes a difference , so get your pizzas today by ordering online at https://fundraising.littlecaesars.com/login/join-fundraiser/c98bd9fa-83f4-4590-8871-014cdbc079df
Thank you for supporting our students and PTO!
Help support our students while they earn AWESOME prizes! The more pizzas sold, the bigger the rewards!
✅ Delicious pizza kits for family pizza night
✅ Easy way to support our school
✅ Students can earn incentive prizes AND larger grand prizes!
Every order makes a difference , so get your pizzas today by ordering online at https://fundraising.littlecaesars.com/login/join-fundraiser/c98bd9fa-83f4-4590-8871-014cdbc079df
Thank you for supporting our students and PTO!
We are so proud of our fifth-grade students who participated in the Mother’s Day Essay Contest! These students put their hearts onto paper, sharing beautiful stories and tributes to the incredible mothers in their lives.
A huge thank you to The Avenue for sponsoring this contest and celebrating our students' creativity, and to Jessica for presenting the gifts to the students. Our winners walked away with a gift card to the salon to treat their moms to some well-deserved pampering!
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A huge thank you to The Avenue for sponsoring this contest and celebrating our students' creativity, and to Jessica for presenting the gifts to the students. Our winners walked away with a gift card to the salon to treat their moms to some well-deserved pampering!
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Attention, HMS students and parents!
Happy Mother’s Day to all the amazing moms, grandmas, stepmoms, and mother figures to our HMS students!
Thank you for the countless rides, packed lunches, late-night homework help, encouragement, and love you give every single day. Your support helps our students grow, learn, and shine both inside and outside the classroom.
Today we celebrate YOU and all the ways you make a difference. Wishing you a day filled with love, laughter, and appreciation.
#MothersDay #HMSFamily #ThankYouMoms
Thank you for the countless rides, packed lunches, late-night homework help, encouragement, and love you give every single day. Your support helps our students grow, learn, and shine both inside and outside the classroom.
Today we celebrate YOU and all the ways you make a difference. Wishing you a day filled with love, laughter, and appreciation.
#MothersDay #HMSFamily #ThankYouMoms
We wrapped up this week of celebrating our amazing teachers with a '90s dress-up day and Kona Ice! We'd like to thank our wonderful community for helping us say thank you to our teaching staff - especially the Hemlock Middle School PTO and those who contribute to it with their time and resources.
We'd also like to thank Dave Wieland for generously purchasing Kona Ice for those students who were not able to buy their own. You've made this day special for all of our HMS kids.
We hope that our Hemlock Middle School Teachers have felt our deep gratitude this week, and that they know just how vital they are to our school, students, and the entire Huskie Community.
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We’ve been celebrating Teacher Appreciation Week by honoring the incredible people who make our classrooms come alive. Your passion, creativity, and care make a difference far beyond the lesson plans. Thank you for everything that you do for our students. HMS wouldn't be the same without you.
🚨 Kona Ice Reminder! 🚨
Just a reminder that Kona Ice will be at Hemlock Middle School this Friday, May 8th during lunch periods! 🍧
Don’t forget — we are offering a pre-pay option this time around. The online pre-pay window will remain open until 9:00 p.m. tomorrow.
If you haven’t already, you can pre-pay here:
https://customer.kona-ice.com/#/K29X3959645
Please help us spread the word!
Just a reminder that Kona Ice will be at Hemlock Middle School this Friday, May 8th during lunch periods! 🍧
Don’t forget — we are offering a pre-pay option this time around. The online pre-pay window will remain open until 9:00 p.m. tomorrow.
If you haven’t already, you can pre-pay here:
https://customer.kona-ice.com/#/K29X3959645
Please help us spread the word!
Teacher Appreciation Week: Class of ’96 Edition!
Our incredible Hemlock Middle School teachers got a totally rad ’90s yearbook makeover—from “Most Likely to Brighten Your Day” to “Best Classroom DJ” (you may even spot a Teacher of the Year!). Each portrait captures a little bit of the personality that makes every one of our teachers so special.
Beyond the throwback vibes, though, this is really about appreciation.
Our teachers show up every single day with heart, humor, and dedication. They build important relationships and support our students through every challenge and success. The impact they make goes far beyond the classroom—and far beyond any decade.
So while we’re celebrating with a little ’90s flair, our appreciation is completely timeless.
Thank you to our amazing HMS teaching staff!
#HemlockHuskies
Our incredible Hemlock Middle School teachers got a totally rad ’90s yearbook makeover—from “Most Likely to Brighten Your Day” to “Best Classroom DJ” (you may even spot a Teacher of the Year!). Each portrait captures a little bit of the personality that makes every one of our teachers so special.
Beyond the throwback vibes, though, this is really about appreciation.
Our teachers show up every single day with heart, humor, and dedication. They build important relationships and support our students through every challenge and success. The impact they make goes far beyond the classroom—and far beyond any decade.
So while we’re celebrating with a little ’90s flair, our appreciation is completely timeless.
Thank you to our amazing HMS teaching staff!
#HemlockHuskies
On School Nurse Appreciation Day we’d like to shout it out to the best of the best, Nurse Becky! She is a constant, caring presence who makes sure our kids stay happy and healthy - we couldn’t do what we do without her. We appreciate you so much, Nurse Becky!
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#HemlockHuskies
