Haslett Happenings

Haslett Voices brings you unscripted conversations with the students, teachers, staff, and community members who make Haslett Public Schools strong.

Hosted by Superintendent Patrick Malley, these conversations explore learning, leadership, the work happening in our schools, and what it means to be part of the Haslett community. No scripts, no rehearsals—just real stories from real people who call Haslett home.

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National Merit - Commended Students - "Approximately 34,000 Commended students throughout the nation are being recognized for their exceptional academic promise. Commended students placed among the top 50,000 students who entered the 2026 competition by taking the 2024 Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT). Those being named Commended Students have demonstrated outstanding potential for academic success. These students represent a valuable national resource."

This year's National Merit Commended Students from Haslett High School are:

• Katherine Church
• Phoebe Elder
• Ishaan Mahapatra
• Tatum Noud
• Elizabeth Stacey
• Evan Taunt

National Merit - Semifinalist Student - "Approximately 16,000 students have qualified as National Merit Semifinalists. These academically talented high school seniors have an opportunity to continue in the competition to earn scholarship awards. Over 1.3 million juniors participated in the 2026 competition by taking the 2024 Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT). The nationwide pool of Semifinalists, representing less than one percent of high school seniors, includes the highest scoring entrants in each state." This year's National Merit Semifinalist from Haslett High School is: Neel Ginter

District Wide Event - Students were encouraged to wear their favorite college/career/military shirt or colors on October 29 to celebrate College and Career Awareness Month.

The month of November is traditionally a time of giving, and this year, the needs of our neighbors are especially prominent. The families of Haslett Public Schools have a proud history of stepping up to support our local Haslett Food Pantry, and there are many ways we can help.

Haslett Food Pantry Needs and Contact

The Haslett Food Pantry currently averages assisting 55 local families with monthly food assistance. Just in October this number is up 35%.

• Contact:

• Phone: 517-339-8430

• Email: office@haslettcommunitychurch.org

• Location:

• Haslett Community Church Food Distribution Center

• 1427 Haslett Road, Haslett, MI 48840

• Hours of Operation:

• Tuesday and Thursday, 10:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Individual Donations: You can drop off direct donations to the Haslett Food Pantry during their hours of operation: Tuesday and Thursday, 10:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

In need of support? Please do not hesitate to reach out to the Haslett Food Pantry at 517-339-8430 or office@haslettcommunitychurch.org.

Upcoming Giving Opportunities by School

Get involved through your student's school!

• “District Take What You Need” food shelves - Housed at Wilkshire

• Items can be dropped off at Wilkshire, Murphy, Ralya, or the Middle School

• Items are available for pick up Monday–Friday, 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. (school days only)

• Eat out at Noodles & Co. on November 19, 4-8 p.m. - A percentage of the sales will be donated for purchase of food items for the food shelves

• Family Assistance Request

• Wilkshire Early Childhood Center

• “Oodles of Noodles” Collection for Haslett Food Pantry - November 3-17, 2025

• Accepting donations for the “Take What You Need” shelves at Wilkshire

• Haslett High School

• Hosting a turkey, ham, and food drive - November 17-21, 2025

• Haslett Middle School

• Hosting a food drive supporting the Haslett Food Pantry and District Food Shelves - November 10-21, 2025

• Accepting donations for the “Take What You Need” shelves at Wilkshire

• Ralya Elementary

• Accepting donations for the “Take What You Need” shelves at Wilkshire

• Collecting snacks for stockings in the upcoming weeks (specific dates to follow).

• Murphy Elementary
• Accepting donations for the “Take What You Need” shelves at Wilkshire
• Hosting a canned fruit and veggie drive in Spring 2026

Support Within Our Schools

We want to highlight the essential programs already in place to support our students:

• Free Meals: Haslett Public Schools provide free breakfast and lunch to all students.

• Weekend Survival Kits: The Weekend Survival Kit program, facilitated by the Greater Lansing Food Bank, runs at each of our elementary schools, sending food home with students every other weekend.

Thanksgiving Dinner for local families

Blondies Barn invites YOU to a free Community Thanksgiving Meal on Thursday, November 27, 2025, from noon - 2 p.m. No reservations or signups are required.

Congratulations to this year's Powder Puff Football players, coaches, and referees!

For the second year in a row, the Senior Class of 2026 won with a score of 35-14. The proceeds from the gate are split between the Haslett Community Food Bank and the "You've Got This! Project"...a group that provides at home treatment packs for Cancer Patients.

Our elementary school PTO groups utilize the Elementary Fun Run as their primary fundraiser of the year. Our students and families come together for a day of fun, exercise and fundraising. Wilkshire, Murphy, and Ralya each had successful events and appreciate the support of families and contributors.

On September 27, the Haslett Viking Marching Band participated in the 71st Central Michigan University Band Day hosted by the Chippewa Marching band. Students arrived that morning to participate in a rehearsal and had the opportunity to be mentored by members of the Chippewa Marching Band in sectionals. During the Central Michigan University football game, the Viking Marching Band, along with 1,300 other high school band students joined the Chippewa Marching Band and performed three tunes during the halftime which included: Sweet But Psycho, Made You Look and Born This Way. The mass band ended with the Central Michigan University Fight Song. Every year, the Chippewa Marching Band invites an alumni to guest conduct the Fight Song. This year, the guest conductor was our very own, Mike Larsen, who graduated in 1999.

Has a staff member made a real difference for your child or family this year? We want to hear about it! Use this form to recognize a teacher, aide, or any school staff member who has gone above and beyond. It’s a great way to celebrate their hard work and let them know how much they’re appreciated.

Recognize a staff member here.

The High School Athletic Schedule is updated regularly. For the most up-to-date list of events, please refer to the Athletic Page on the Haslett Public Schools website.

The Middle School Athletic Schedule can also be found on the website under the Middle School Page.

All athletic information is housed in the same location. Athletic fees, schedules, and athlete code of conduct information is all provided using this athletic information link.

November 26-28: Thanksgiving Break/No School

December 22-January 2: Winter Break/No School

January 14-16: Partial Day (Secondary Only)

January 19: Martin Luther King Jr. Day /No School

February 3 & 4: Partial Day (Elementary Only)

February 13-16: Mid-Winter Break/No School

March 27-April 3: Spring Break/No School

April 6: PD: Professional Learning Day for Staff/No School for Students

May 25: Memorial Day/No School

June 3 & 4: Partial Day (Secondary Only)

June 5: Last Day of School-Partial Day for all Students

For a complete list of events, please refer to the District Calendar on the Haslett Public Schools website.