Hemlock Public School District - Innovate, Collaborate, Educate

📣 There is an important vote on the ballot for the Tuesday, August 6th election for the voters of the Hemlock Public School District. This millage is a significant part of our school district’s funding, contributing over $2.6 million to our annual operating budget. 📌 Key Points About the Millage Renewal: • The ballot will propose the renewal of the non-homestead millage. • This millage is levied on commercial, industrial, and rental properties, not on owner-occupied homes. • The renewal is crucial for maintaining our current educational programs and facilities. • The millage represents significant funding, equivalent to maintaining numerous resources and staff within our district. • All Hemlock Public School District residents are eligible to vote on this matter, regardless of whether the millage directly impacts their property taxes. Your vote directly impacts our students, ensuring they have the resources they need to thrive. For any inquiries regarding the millage or the upcoming election, please feel free to visit our website or call our business office at (989) 642-5282. #HemlockHuskies #Huskietastic #HemlockStrong

ICYMI: Hemlock High School's Robotic Team won the State Championship for 2024. Our gracious professionalism tip of the day for teams that will challenge us this next season. Tip: drive team stretches for the win. Winning doesn't happen by accident. It starts with simple traditions like the drive team stretch routine. #GRAYMATTER #5712 #STATECHAMPS

☕️ It's #MugShotMonday and we're enjoying a fresh, hot cup of carbohydrates with our friends at Mama Mia's Pizzeria. 📷 Show off your favorite mug in the comments below, and we'll randomly choose a #Huskietastic mug winner. #BetterTogether #HemlockStrong

📢 Don't forget to participate in the important Non-Homestead Millage Renewal vote on August 6th. Your vote matters! 🔹Register to Vote: There's still time to register if you haven't already. 🔹 Absentee Voting: If you'll be busy or on vacation that day, you can still vote absentee. Make your voice heard no matter where you are! Every vote counts in supporting our community and schools. Let's come together and ensure a bright future for all. If you have any questions, give us a call at 989.642.5282. #Vote #CommunitySupport #PullTheSled

🚧 Curious about what's happening behind the scenes and beneath the construction zones on our campus? Come see the progress for yourself! Call us at 989.642.5282 or email gronski@hemlockps.com to schedule a small group tour. Let us know your preferred day and time. We can't wait to show you the amazing work we're doing inside and out! #HemlockHuskies #Huskietastic #HemlockStrong #Since1863

🐾 Harlo, one of our traveling huskie pups, embarked on a pawsome summer adventure last week. His #Huskietastic trip included walking to the Hippie Tree, visiting the marina, and seeing the whole city get ready for the Cherry Festival. He loved his stay at the Grand Traverse Resort with Gideon and Silas! 🗓️ Find out how you can sign your elementary or middle school student up today to secure a puppy's travel pass during the month of August, and let the #huskietastic summer adventures begin 🌴: https://forms.gle/Gnxty3dfpsmiDWtx7 #HemlockHuskieAdventures #PawsomeSummerAdventure #HemlockHuskies

Happy Independence Day, Huskies 🇺🇸 Today, as we celebrate the land of the free and the home of the brave, let's also celebrate the values that unite us as a community: freedom, unity, and resilience. Together, we stand strong, ready to embrace the future with hope and determination. Wishing everyone a safe and joyful Fourth of July! #IndependenceDay #HemlockStrong #BetterTogether #Since1863

Please note that access to Wallace Field and Krueger Track is currently limited to the Northwest end. To access these areas, please park at K.C. Ling Elementary or at the softball, baseball, and soccer parking lots (marked in yellow) and walk over. The south entrance to the football field by the High School is closed until further notice, likely reopening mid-August. Please DO NOT drive on the grass by the discus and shot put areas. Additionally, the weight room has limited/no access at this time but should be available sometime during the week of July 8th; we will send additional communication when the weight room is available again. We appreciate your patience and understanding as we navigate construction and work to improve our facilities. Thank you for your continued support! #HemlockHuskies #BetterTogether #AlwaysGrowing

The Hemlock Public School District's Wellness Team is here to champion the health of our huskie pack all summer long. 🍎 Every Wednesday, we’ll share a #HealthyHuskies tip. This week, we encourage you to gather your crew and spend some time stargazing together as the sun goes down. Find a spot with minimal light pollution if possible. Learn more about constellations with your little huskies: • spaceplace.nasa.gov/constellations/en/ • twinkl.com/teaching-wiki/constellations For more resources for healthy families, check out https://bit.ly/3RvMFQO. #HemlockHuskies #HuskiesPlayInPacks #HemlockStrong #HealthyHuskies

Demo Day 🚧 Hall of Fame Inductee 2023 John Mulvaney stopped by the school recently and started taking down the wall (with permission, of course) that will help create "main street," a corridor that will allow foot traffic to travel from the new gymnasium on the northside to the new theatre on the southside of Hemlock High School. #PullTheSled #AlwaysGrowing #HemlockStrong

📌 What is it? Why does it matter? And what's that voting date again? 📢 Find out everything you need to know about the upcoming Non-Homestead Renewal on our website at bit.ly/3zp8J9b, and don't hesitate to call the school if you have further questions: (989) 642-5282. Your engagement is vital for the continued success of our school district. #HemlockStrong #YourVoteMatters #BetterTogether

☕️ This week's #MugShotMonday serves up a delicious blend of flavors as we feature our local bread whisperer and CindaBun confectioner over at Cinda's Pastries. 📷 Show off your favorite mug in the comments below and we'll randomly choose a #Huskietastic mug winner. #BetterTogether #HemlockStrong #MondayFunday

Please be aware that there will be no entry available to the weight room, high school gym, and the track entrance (by the pavilion) due to construction. While we realize this is a dead week for our athletics, we wanted to make sure that our parents and community members were aware of this temporary change in access. #HemlockStrong #AlwaysGrowing

Did you know the current school funding structure in Michigan was created by Proposal A in the 1990s? Here's one crucial thing to understand: Our school district relies on non-homestead millage to receive the base per-pupil foundation allowance (lowest/minimal). All public school districts in Michigan pass this millage, but it can be confusing when people see positive changes in the school district, like construction, and assume we're well-funded. We have different funding streams (or buckets): General Fund (non-homestead), Construction (tax-neutral 2022 bond), and Maintenance (sinking fund, 2020). It's essential to clarify that this millage is required to keep our lights on and pay our teachers and staff. The millage funds staff and teacher wages and this funding has been in place for normal operations for a very long time since the inception of Proposal A. Without it, we would lose critical funding that supports our everyday operations. #SchoolFunding #SupportEducation #CommunityMatters #PullTheSled

🐾 Hutch, one of our traveling huskie pups was off on a pawsome summer adventure last week. His #Huskietastic trip included relaxing and splashing around with Jaxson and Aubree Hildebrant at Great Wolf Lodge in Traverse City. Thanks for the fun, huskies! #HemlockHuskieAdventures #PawsomeSummerAdventure #HemlockHuskies

The best place for school information is the school. Accept no substitutes. Hemlock Elementary: 989.642.5221 Principal Cory Snider | snider@hemlockps.com K.C. Ling Elementary: 989.642.5235 Principal Lori Gensch | gensch@hemlockps.com Hemlock Middle School: 989.642.5253 Principal Joshua Chase | chase@hemlockps.com Hemlock High School: 989.642.5287 Principal Keith Green | green@hemlockps.com Central Office: 989.642.5282 Superintendent Don Killingbeck | killingbeck@hemlockps.com Want the tea? ☎️ Go to the source. #HemlockStrong #BetterTogether #Since1863

Remember to stop by the Richland Township Park today between 4:00 and 7:00 PM for the Hemlock Farmer's Market. You're find everything from homemade candy and pastries to honey, eggs, jams, fresh fruits and vegetables, jewelry and more. Come on out and #SupportLocal. #HemlockHuskies #Huskietastic #HemlockStrong #Since1863

Hemlock Public School District aims to expand opportunities for our students. We are now accepting applications for Spanish teachers and other applicable certifications. If you or someone you know is certified in Spanish, please consider applying today and help us #PullTheSled. 🏜️ https://hemlockps.bamboohr.com/careers/148 #JoinTheHuskiePack #HemlockHuskies

☀️ Our summer childcare kids are zooming into fun on their bikes and scooters! 🚲 At Hemlock Public School District, we keep the excitement and growth going all summer. #HemlockHuskies #Huskietastic #HemlockStrong #Since1863

The Hemlock Public School District's Wellness Team is here to champion the health of our huskie pack all summer long. ☀️ Every Wednesday, we’ll share a #HealthyHuskies tip. This week, we encourage you to get outside as much as possible as a family. Some fun outside activities include having a picnic, drawing with sidewalk chalk, camping, gardening, going for a bike ride, flying a kite, or creating and enjoying a scavenger hunt together. 🍎 For more resources for healthy families, check out https://bit.ly/3RvMFQO. #HemlockHuskies #HuskiesPlayInPacks #HemlockStrong #HealthyHuskies