HEMLOCK MIDDLE SCHOOL

Exciting news! We will be joining a new co-op opportunity for Varsity Ice Hockey! This winter the Tri-Valley Thunder will take the ice. For the 2024-2025 school year, all eligible Freshman through Seniors are encouraged to be a part of this exciting opportunity.

On Wednesday, May 29th at 7pm there will be an online meeting / FAQ session where we invite all parents and athletes interested in playing for the Tri-Valley Thunder to join. Additionally, there will be a schedule announced at a later point for both off ice and on ice conditioning and events throughout the summer months.

If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity and to make sure you don’t miss out on important information and dates, please click the link below and complete it no later than May 28, 2024.

If your student athlete formerly played for either the Bay Area Thunder or Tri-Valley Titans, you DO need to complete the link below.

We are excited to unite these amazing student athletes as the Tri-Valley Thunder!

Here is the link for the Google form

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfvmtXJCmQiRub4pALrbfd0rQQRCqXK5w7I_0yYWvE-Q03QXw/viewform?usp=sf_link

Hemlock Public School District, in its ongoing commitment to student welfare, is proud to announce a significant partnership with Gaggle ReachOut, launching a 24/7 crisis line dedicated to providing immediate support for students in need. This innovative service offers both a phone line and a chat feature, ensuring accessible, round-the-clock assistance.

The Gaggle ReachOut crisis line is more than just a helpline; it's a lifeline that fosters a personal connection—a crucial element often sought by today’s digitally savvy students. This service ensures that every student has access to a trained, caring professional ready to offer help in real-time at the very moment it's needed most.

"Our students live in a world where digital interaction is the norm, yet the yearning for a personal, human connection remains strong," said Matt Wesener, Board President of Hemlock Public School District. "Through our partnership with Gaggle ReachOut, we are meeting this need head-on, offering a service that combines the best of technology with the irreplaceable value of human empathy and understanding."

In addition to providing immediate assistance, this service allows the school district to stay informed about their students' challenges. Regular reports on the usage of the crisis line will enable the district to understand better and address the needs of its student body.

"The introduction of the Gaggle ReachOut student crisis line is a testament to our dedication to creating a supportive, empathetic, and responsive educational environment," said Don Killingbeck, Superintendent of Hemlock Public School District. "We believe in empowering our students with the resources they need to thrive academically and personally. This service is a significant step towards fulfilling that promise."

For more information about the Gaggle ReachOut student crisis line and other student support services offered by Hemlock Public School District, please contact us at hemlockps.com or (989) 642-5282.

May is National Stroke and Blood Pressure Awareness Month. 1 in 5 adults with high blood pressure don’t even know they have it. It’s also estimated that 1 in 25 youths ages 12-19 have high blood pressure or hypertension. What is the cause of our adolescents having these “adult” types of health issues? Well, a lot of it has to do with our weight, our lifestyle, and the food we eat. Over time, untreated hypertension can lead to heart disease, kidney disease, and stroke. Make yourself and your loved ones a healthy promise to prevent these diseases by monitoring your blood pressure, watching your salt intake, and eating fruits and vegetables. Small healthy changes to our lifestyle can add years to our lives. See the infographic to educate yourself on high blood pressure and stroke awareness. Click here for more information on how to be a Stroke Hero.

Tuesday, July 16th at 10:30am - Registration Required

Hosted at the library by Midland Center for the Arts!

Become an engineer and design ways to travel the world! Learn about the great explorers that sailed across seas and flew into the beyond. Using STEM, create a transportation machine that flies or floats so you can travel the world too!

Registration opens Mon., May 20th and is limited to 20 participants. Open to ages K-5th grade (grade you’re going into in the fall). Call or visit the library to register. 989-642-8621.

#MyRML #SummerLibraryFun #STEM

Wednesday, June 19th at 2:00pm - Registration Required

Hosted at the library by Midland Center for the Arts!

Welcome Midland Center for the Arts to the library as they guide us in an exploration of the wonders of the U.S. National Parks! Travel to the beautiful forests, pristine beaches, dry deserts, and breathtaking mountains. Look through travel guides and create your own travel collage.

Registration opens Monday, May 20th and is limited to 20 participants. Open to ages 6th-12th grade (grade you’re going into in the fall). Call or visit the library to register. 989-642-8621.

#MyRML #SummerLibraryFun #adventureatyourlibrary

Mini-Camps are returning at the Rauchholz Memorial Library this summer! Sign-up begins Tuesday, April 30th. Please visit the library or call to sign up your child; 989-642-8621.

These four camps will focus on the themes of DIY (Do-It-Yourself), Geology, Puzzle Building, and Fun & Games! And mini-camps aren't the only fun thing happening at the library this summer... keep an eye out for other fun events to sign up for in the coming weeks!

The Summer Library Challenge will be starting soon!

With this year’s Summer Challenge Bingo, you’ll be challenged to have adventures both in a good book, outside in nature, and indoors with friends and family!

To participate, visit the library or our website starting on June 10th to sign-up. You will receive a bingo board with fun library, reading, and adventurous activities to do! For each activity, you can cross a square off your board. Try to do enough activities to get a bingo and earn a prize!

www.rauchholzlibrary.org

#MyRML #SummerReading #visityourlibrary

Our seed library is now open! Visit your library and take for FREE, any seeds you would like for your garden. We have quite a few interesting options. They do go fast so don't wait too long to come browse. Just remember, to keep the seed library going, we ask that you save seeds in the fall to restock our supply. A big thank you too to Lisa, our volunteer, who does all the work to make this happen! #gardentime #seedlibrary #MyRML

Your library's Music Library of Things is ready for public use and instruments are now available to check out and use at home. To see all we have in our Library of Things visit your library catalog at https://rauchholzlibrary.biblionix.com/catalog and select the "Library of Things" option at the bottom of the catalog. This will allow you to search all items in our LoT catalog. Continuing to educate, empower, and enrich by offering way more than just books! #MyRML #community

Thursday, 5/23: Track meet - Saginaw County Championships

Friday, 5/24 & Monday, 5/27: No School - Memorial Weekend

Monday, 6/3: Field Day

Tuesday, 6/4: Students Last Day of School

Wednesday, 6/5: Track - Megastar meet

Friday, 6/7: Track - MITCA Champion of Champions

Thursday, 6/14: HMS Office is closed for the Summer

Email: ballou@hemlockps.com
Website: hemlockps.com
Location: 525 North Maple Street, Hemlock, MI, USA
Phone: 989-642-5253
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HemlockMiddleSchool/