Hopkins Middle School Newsletter

Ms. Leanna's 8th grade math class has been working hard to earn extra credit and prizes in IXL. Pictured here are the winners in each class for most IXL skills completed in September. More prizes will be awarded at the end of October for the students with the most skills mastered in IXL that month!

Our 8th grade law enforcement class had a special guest this week: Detective Langlois, who gave students a hands-on look at what it takes to solve a crime. Detective Langlois attended Hopkins Public Schools and had two children graduate from Hopkins as well. Thank you to Officer Keefauver for organizing the visit.

Students stepped into the role of investigators as they worked through a mock case. Along the way, they learned how to read body language for clues, such as nervous gestures, avoided eye contact, and changes in posture, and how the questions they ask can make or break an investigation. They discovered that open-ended questions draw out far more information than simple yes-or-no ones, and that careful listening is just as important as asking.

By the end of the visit, our 8th grade detectives had pieced together the clues and solved the case. Many students left with a new appreciation for the patience, observation, and critical thinking that go into real detective work.

A big thank you to Detective Langlois for taking the time to share his expertise and bring the classroom to life!

As we approach the holiday season, we recognize that this time of year can bring both joy and challenges. Our school community is happy to support our families and ensure that every child experiences the warmth of the holidays.

We are grateful that you’ve taken the time to share your family’s needs and wishes with us. Please know that all information provided will remain strictly confidential. We will not share any names—only the general needs and wish list items—so that we can match your family with accurate gifts and resources to make this season a little brighter.

Please complete this form by November 20th, so we can best understand and plan for how to best assist your family this holiday season.

There are Tryouts/Evaluations for MS 6th grade, 7th grade, and 8th grade baseball teams. We are running the tryouts/evaluations to see how many kids are interested in the spring, and to give parents time to cover the cost of MS baseball expenses. This also gives Mr. O'Dell a better idea of the number of teams we can have for MS this year. If we have enough players willing to participate, then we can have three different teams.

November 8th in the HHS gym

6th grade: 1pm-2:30pm

7th grade: 2:30pm-4pm

8th grade: 4pm-5:30pm

Email: scotstoc@hpsvikings.org
Website: hpsvikings.org
Location: Hopkins Middle School, 215 Clark Street, Hopkins, MI
Phone: (269) 793-7407
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HopkinsMiddleSchool/
Twitter: @hpsmiddleschool

Hopkins Middle School Staff Contacts

Stockwell, Scott HMS Principal scotstoc@hpsvikings.org

O’Dell, Patrick HMS Assistant Principal patrodel@hpsvikings.org

Austin, Jennifer HMS Secretary jennaust@hpsvikings.org

Aleman, Kathleen: 6th Grade Science Teacher KathAlem@hpsvikings.org

Cross, Alex: Choir Director alexcros@hpsvikings.org

Dana, Katherine: Art Teacher KathDana@hpsvikings.org

Dangremond, Matthew: Network Administrator MattDang@hpsvikings.org

DeGood, Jennifer: 6th Grade Math Teacher JennDego@hpsvikings.org

Fisher, Mark:7th Grade Science Teacher MarkFish@hpsvikings.org

Hardy, Meghan: Librarian, Newsletter, Social Media meghhard@hpsvikings.org

Irwin, Julie: Education Intervention Teacher JuliIrwi@hpsvikings.org

Kerber, Brian: Custodian BriaKerb@hpsvikings.org

Klocke, Anna: Education Intervention annakloc@hpsvikings.org

Klumpp, Molly: Physical Education Teacher MollKlum@hpsvikings.org

Kok, Wendy: Food Service WendKok@hpsvikings.org

Maher, Jennifer: Food Service JennMahe@hpsvikings.org

Martinez, Ann: SRC Coordinator AnnMart@hpsvikings.org

Meerman, Megan: Resource Room Teacher MegaMeer@hpsvikings.org

Myers, Travis: 8th Grade Science Teacher TravMyer@hpsvikings.org

Ortega-Furgeson, Taryn: HMS Counselor Taryorte@hpsvikings.org

Pulaski, Vicki: 8th Grade ELA Teacher VickPula@hpsvikings.org

Reszka, Richard: 7th Grade Social Studies Teacher RichResz@hpsvikings.org

Ruegsegger, Sarah: 7th Grade ELA Teacher SaraRueg@hpsvikings.org

Rynsburger, TJ: 6th Grade Social Studies Teacher TJRyns@hpsvikings.org

Savage, Leanna: 8th Grade Algebra Teacher LeanSava@hpsvikings.org

Scudder, Mack: 8th Grade History Teacher MackScud@hpsvikings.org

Sterken, Lindsey: 7th Grade Math Teacher LindSchw@hpsvikings.org

Swainston, Vicki: Lunchroom Paraprofessional VickSwai@hpsvikings.org

Weick, Pat: 6th Grade ELA Teacher PatWeic@hpsvikings.org

Wiegerink, Sally: Reszka's Long Term Substitute sallweig@hpsvikings.org

Wiegerink, Tanner: Physical Education Teacher Tannwieg@hpsvikings.org

Williams, Jessica: Band Director JessWill@hpsvikings.org

The Hopkins Public School District Board of Education complies with all federal and state laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, sex, marital status, height, weight, or disability in its programs and activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Mr. Scott VanBonn, Superintendent of Schools, Hopkins Public Schools, 400 Clark Street, Hopkins, MI 49328 Phone 269-793-7261.

The District shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, disability, military status, genetic information, or any other legally protected category in its programs and activities, including employment. Sexual harassment is a form of sex discrimination and shall likewise not be permitted with respect to students or employees. The District shall not retaliate against a person who reports or opposes improper discrimination or retaliation. The District shall fully comply with all applicable federal and state civil rights statutes, including, without limitation, Title IX of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.