🎄 Buddy the Elf paid a visit to K.C. Ling Elementary this afternoon as students left for Christmas Break, greeting our little huskies and hearing special requests.
🎁 We have a feeling Mrs. Gensch may be getting a new school gym.
#HemlockHuskies #Huskietastic #Since1863
🎶 "Jingle bells, homework smells, no more books today!
Oh, what fun it is to have a joyful break, hooray! 🎄
Wishing all our Hemlock families a holiday filled with laughter, delight, and a dash of Christmas magic. Stay safe, be merry, and we'll see you back in the halls on January 3rd. ✨
#HemlockHolidays #BetterTogether #HemlockHuskies
#WednesdayWisdom #HemlockStrong #YouAreAmazing
It's #TeacherFeature Tuesday and today we're featuring the jovial Jamie Wieland, a 4th grade teacher at Hemlock's K.C. Ling Elementary.
We wanted you to get to know Mrs. Wieland a little better, so here are some fun facts about her:
• She could listen to "Cover Me Up" by Morgan Wallen on repeat.
• Reading was her favorite subject in school, but Math is now her favorite subject to teach.
• She has always wanted to be a teacher. Her mom had an in-home daycare when she was little, so there were always lots of kids available to be her "students". Flash forward, and she's been teaching at Ling for 3 years.
• We asked her which Disney character best represents her and she said Cinderella, because she feels like the housework never ends, and sometimes she finds herself chatting with her dogs instead of doing said housework.
• If she won the lottery and decided to give up teaching, she would travel all around the world with her family and try to avoid the cold and snow.
We’re so thrilled to have you in our Huskie Pack, Mrs. Wieland!
#Huskietastic #Since1863 #HPSDPackLeader #HemlockStrong #HemlockHuskies
Hemlock Public School District is looking for a dynamic addition to the Huskie pack 🏢 If you have a passion for numbers, a problem-solving spirit, and experience in accounting, join us as a Business Office Specialist.
Dive into the financial operations of the education world, collaborate with a fantastic team, and let's build something #huskietastic together.
Apply today: https://hemlockps.bamboohr.com/careers/100
#HemlockHiring #HemlockHuskies #JoinTheHuskiePack
When nostalgia meets creativity! 🎶 One of our staff members stumbled upon an old record from the early '80s by pianist and singer-songwriter Keith Green and had an ingenious idea. Hemlock High School senior and photoshop wizard Ana Rodriguez took the reins and, with the help of a little modern magic, updated the cover for our very own Keith Green.🎨
We're not quite sure whether any music will be emerging from this Keith Green, but we're certainly enjoying the harmonious transformation of our High School principal!
#KeithGreenReimagined #Huskietastic #Since1863
Hemlock residents will be asked, on Tuesday, February 27th, 2024, to renew the previously approved non-homestead base millage.
The non-homestead millage comprises over $1.8 million of the school district’s annual operating budget. Note that this is not related to the HPSD bond proposal put before voters in May of 2022.
This proposal will not impact the taxes on owner-occupied homes in our district. Only second or rental homes, commercial properties and industrial properties are affected.
Renewal of the non-homestead millage is essential to maintaining the current programs offered by the district. If this funding is lost, the district cannot replace it with any other funding source.
While primary households are not affected by this millage, state law requires a district wide election to approve the millage.
📌 Facts at a glance:
• HPSD voters last approved the non-homestead operating millage in 2022.
• The millage is for a period of 10 years
• This is a tax assessed against businesses and second homes, NOT homeowners
• All residents in the Hemlock Public School District vote on the renewal
• This money is used for district operations
• This money cannot be replaced by other funding sources
#HemlockStrong #BetterTogether
Our K-8 ELA teachers at Hemlock were hard at work today shaping the English curriculum for the upcoming year and diving into instructional coaching. 📚✨ Committed to innovation, collaboration, and education, we're keeping our students and staff on the cutting edge!
#HemlockHuskies #InnovationInEducation #TeamWorkMakesTheDreamWork #Since1863
🎄 Mrs. Yax's Kindergarten class had a magical Grinch Day filled with festive delights. From Grinch juice to Whoville pudding, the classroom buzzed with laughter as the little ones embraced the holiday spirit with #Huskietastic Grinchy cheer.
#GrinchDayMagic #HemlockHuskies #Since1863
❄️ With Winter making its presence known, we know that Zehnder’s Snowfest is just around the corner. And wouldn't you know it, the creative Snow Sculpting team meetings are underway.
For the first time in huskie snow-carving history, we'll have 3 teams representing Hemlock High School this year! One in the State division (our 1st place team from last year), our Varsity team, and our JV team in the high school divisions.
Get ready for another frosty spectacle that'll leave you in awe! ⛄
#SnowSculpting #ArtisticHuskies #WinterWonderland
This week's #StaffSpotlight is on the marvelous Mike Walton, our District Custodian, who has been here at Hemlock Public School District for 15 years.
We think he's pretty awesome and wanted you to get to know him a little better, so here are some nuggets of information you may not know about him:
• His favorite part of his job is interacting with the students. He loves just being a small part of their day. His least favorite part is trying to - and failing at - remembering names.
• A song he could listen to on repeat is "Old Violin" by Johnny Paycheck. He loves Old Classic Country!
• If a movie were to be made of his life, he thinks Kurtwood Smith would do a good job of playing him (Red Foreman from That 70s show)
• What did he want to be when he grew up? For as long as he can remember, he wanted to be a United States Marine. And he proudly served in the Marine Corps from 1989 to 1993.
• We asked him what Huskie families may be surprised to find out about him, and he shared that he's a SCA (Sudden Cardiac Arrest) survivor. Less than 6% of people survive a SCA. He now has an implanted cardiac device and has been shocked back to life around a dozen times.
• A quote he lives his life by is “Carry On!”. No matter what, he just...keeps...going.
We are so grateful you’re part of the Huskie Pack, Mike. Thank you for all you do behind the scenes here at HPSD.
#PackLeaders #Huskietastic #BetterTogether #Since1863
We're thrilled to share that the Saginaw County Health Department (SCHD) is hiring Health Resource Advocates (HRAs) to support our schools in maintaining safe in-person learning and promoting overall health.
What's the Role? HRAs will be on the front lines, helping us identify emerging health concerns, championing best health practices, and fostering a culture of wellness in our district. Whether you're a nurse, social worker, community health worker, or a recent grad with a passion for public health, we want YOU!
Where Will You Work? These positions are contracted with SCHD but based in each school district (including right here in the Hemlock Public School District). Your impact will be direct and local!
Ready to make a difference? Join the tribe and be part of the health and education journey in our community!
Find out more at qrco.de/beClus or email your resume and cover letter addressed to Christina Harrington at schd@saginawcounty.com.
#HealthyHuskies #JoinOurPack #HemlockHuskies
These little huskies in Mrs. Sensabaugh's 2nd grade class were 'Mad for Plaid' this week!
#BetterTogether #ChristmasSpirit #HemlockHuskies
It's #ThrowBackThursday and today we're bouncing it back to the nineties with these basketball teams from 1994.
📌 Spot someone you recognize? Tag them or their family and share a memory.
#Huskietastic #TBT #HuskiesOf1994 #HemlockStrong #HemlockHuskies
Hemlock residents will be asked, on Tuesday, February 27th, 2024, to renew the previously approved non-homestead base millage.
The non-homestead millage comprises over $1.8 million of the school district’s annual operating budget. Note that this is not related to the HPSD bond proposal put before voters in May of 2022.
This proposal will not impact the taxes on owner-occupied homes in our district. Only second or rental homes, commercial properties and industrial properties are affected.
Renewal of the non-homestead millage is essential to maintaining the current programs offered by the district. If this funding is lost, the district cannot replace it with any other funding source.
While primary households are not affected by this millage, state law requires a district wide election to approve the millage.
📌 Facts at a glance:
• HPSD voters last approved the non-homestead operating millage in 2022.
• The millage is for a period of 10 years
• This is a tax assessed against businesses and second homes, NOT homeowners
• All residents in the Hemlock Public School District vote on the renewal
• This money is used for district operations
• This money cannot be replaced by other funding sources
#HemlockStrong #BetterTogether
Spreading holiday cheer and raising funds 🎄 Some of our #huskietastic 3rd & 4th grade student council members were hard at work selling tickets for their Grinch Raffle this week, which helps fund projects for students and staff. 🌟
#FundraiserFun #HemlockHuskies
#WednesdayWisdom #HemlockStrong #CourageDearHeart
It's #TeacherFeature Tuesday and today we're featuring the delightful Donna Schantz who has been a Kindergarten teacher here at Hemlock Elementary School for 26 years.
We wanted you to get to know Ms. Schantz a little better, so here are some other fun facts about her:
• Her older brother nicknamed her 'Beeper' when she was little because she bee-bopped around.
• As a child she wanted to be a nurse or a teacher...but when she realized she didn’t want to have to give kids shots and make them cry, she chose teaching.
• If she won the lottery and decided to give up teaching, she'd pay off all the college loans and debt for her siblings and their kids. She assumes that would probably use up the winnings seeing she has 13 brothers and sisters with families of their own (and their “kids” are now having kids).
• We asked her what her worst fashion decision was and she said, "When I was a freshman in high school I let my hair stylist have free rein… she cut my hair short and spikey all over. When I got home my dad said, “Hi burr head!”. I immediately started growing it out!"
• When thinking back on her class, she hopes her students remember that they could work hard, learn, and be happy. She hopes they will remember that she loves them all and that they all can succeed.
We’re so thrilled to have you in our Huskie Pack, Ms. Schantz!
#Huskietastic #Since1863 #HPSDPackLeader #HemlockStrong #HemlockHuskies
The talented Hemlock High School Art Club had a blast decorating the windows of Swanhaven Manor in Shields for the holiday season. 🎨✨ Our artists then explored the Alden B. Dow Home & Studio in Midland, wrapping up a fabulous day filled with creativity and community spirit.
#HemlockHuskies #WorksOfHeART #ArtMatters #Huskietastic
We're delighted to have unveiled our eagerly-awaited Huskie Swag Catalog right in time for the holiday season 🎄🎁 From sweaters and hats to jammies and mugs, we've got it all!
Wrap up your Christmas shopping with exclusive Huskie swag that's perfect for those hard-to-buy-for friends and family. Not only will you be a trendsetter in the latest Huskie wear, but you'll also be contributing to something incredible.
All proceeds above cost will support the expansion of our STEM Center and the Patrick Wolgast Fieldhouse project – making your purchase a gift that keeps on giving!
Browse the catalog: https://qrco.de/beaVxm
📞 Call 989-642-5282
📧 Email Gronski@hemlockps.com
📍 Visit our Admin Office at 733 N. Hemlock Road, Suite 100 (in the south wing of the High School)
Let's spread the #HemlockHuskies spirit and make this holiday season truly #HemlockProud!
#Since1863 #HuskieSwag #SupportOurSchools #Huskietastic
