HEMLOCK MIDDLE SCHOOL

Hemlock Middle School is proud to have added a fantastic educator to our team. Mrs. Ashley Bebow has joined our team as a member of our Math Department. Mrs. Bebow teaches sixth and seventh grade math. Mrs. Bebow is entering her ninth year as a teacher after spending her first eight in the Bullock Creek School District and teaching part-time at SVSU. She is in her third semester teaching beginning Algebra at the college level.

Principal, Josh Chase, says “Mrs. Bebow has an energy that is contagious. She has a way to make kids excited about learning math concepts. She always comes to school ready to teach and inspire. She is an experienced educator, and we are lucky to have here at HMS.”

Bebow grew up in Shepherd, MI, but was born in Oceanside, CA. Her proudest professional moment was having her proposal to speak at the Michigan Council of Teachers of Mathematics accepted not only once, but three times! Personally, her most proud moment was breaking the indoor track record for the mile at SVSU. “I worked really hard to accomplish that goal and did it with a time of 4:55” said Bebow.

Mrs. Bebow’s favorite thing about HMS is the staff is that “everyone is so friendly and helpful. I felt like a part of the team from Day 1.” Her family consists of husband, Jake, and their four fur-babies: Phineas, Einstein, Wiggles, and Luna (all cats). Her favorite hobby is running. “I love to run! I've been a runner since 7th grade. I mainly race 5ks and Half Marathons. Just this last Sunday I ran a half marathon in Lansing and placed 4th out of 271 female runners,” said Mrs. Bebow.

Mrs. Bebow’s favorite quote is: "Somewhere inside all of us is the power to change the world." - Roald Dahl If teaching wasn't enough to keep her busy, she also has another job with Mary Kay as an Independent Beauty Consultant. Another interesting tidbit about her is that she has relatives who live in Denmark, which she has been able to travel to once and would like to do so again.

8th Grade Math teacher, Jeremy Stedry has this to say “Ashley has been a great addition to the middle school. She brings knowledge and fresh ideas to the classroom. She is very passionate about teaching, loves working with students, and has made the transition look seamless."

A typical day of school can get messy at Hemlock Middle School. Well, if we didn’t have Mr. Shane Smith that is! Mr. Smith is a new face to our building as he comes to us from the high school. He made the transition over after Mr. Earle was hired as an elementary physical education teacher. Mr. Smith is originally from Hemlock and has been a resident since 1975.

Mr. Smith is married to his wife, Liberty, and they have three wonderful sons. Mr. Smith works as our day custodian and reports to work each day at 6 am. He is an integral part of our team and ensures that our building is clean and safe each day.

Mr. Smith oversees other custodians and makes sure that his team understands new cleaning trends and products that we use in our building. It is his responsibility to make sure that our entire building is clean and sanitized every day. He has been employed by Hemlock Public Schools for five years.

When asked about his proudest moment Mr. Smith replied “…the moment when I became a father”. His favorite thing about HMS is the way everyone treats you with respect and are very kind-hearted. His hobbies are fishing, playing darts, and just trying to be a good dad. His favorite author is Steven King, he loves muscle cars, and anything from the 1950’s through the 1980’s.

We are very fortunate to have Mr. Smith on our team. We thank you for your service!

Hemlock High School is an official drop-off location for Toys for Tots. Bring in an unwrapped toy and drop in the boxes in the front lobby. Pick up will be December 9th.

Join us for an evening of fun and Christmas Cheer as we watch Home Alone!

The PTO will be selling $1 items featuring pizza by the slice, popcorn, treats, hot chocolate, and more!

Drop off is at 5:30pm

Pick up is at 8:00pm

Wear your Christmas Pajamas, and bring a comfy pillow and blanket!

Students will be asked to sign in with their name and grade level, and entered into our Gift Raffle!

The Hemlock youth basketball registration is now open for the 2022 winter season. We are welcoming all students young fives through 6th grade to join in the fun! Updates and detailed information can be found on the Hemlock Youth Basketball Facebook page. Register before December 3rd to avoid late fees. NO registrations will be accepted after December 17th! Season begins the week of January 10th and runs through February 19th. Go Huskies!

Register at: http://www.hemlockyouthsports.com

Monday(11/29) Results....

The eighth grade girls are now 6-1 with a decisive 40-10 win over Millington. Everyone on the team scored in the team effort. Victoria Hauffe led the team with 12 followed by Addison Stockford with 11. Great job and keep up the hard work.

7th grade girls went away with a win with 22-10 Maycee Vanderwall came off the bench and scored 12 points Zoey Reikowsky and Lia Hoffman each had 4 points. Hannah Villapando added the final 2.

Wednesday(12/1) Results....

The 8th grade girls basketball team advanced to a 7-1 record by defeating Nouvel 45-7. It was a team effort with all players contributing both offensive and defensively. Victoria Hauffe led the offense with 22 points followed by Addison Stockford with 10 and Holly House with 6. Great Job!

Teens 6th -12th grade, join us at the library on December 8th from 5:00 m - 7:00 pm for a Retro Game Night! We will have retro video games like Super Mario Bros. and Pac-Man, classic board games, and a costume photo booth! Snacks will be provided.

Come over to the library on December 16th from 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm and put your decorating skills to the test. Let's see who can create festive candy houses in this fun competition.

Participants will compete in age brackets and the whole group will vote to determine the winners.

A family-friendly chess club for kids, teens, and parents who want to learn how to play chess or find others to play with on December 1st and December 15th from 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm. Generously hosted by our volunteer chess teacher Brian Premo.

Feel free to bring your own chess set if you have one!

The first wreath is in for the 2021 wreath decorating contest. Hemlock Auto Alignment did a fantastic job. We are looking forward to seeing the other businesses wreaths.

Wreaths will be auctioned off at the 2021 Holiday Market on December 3, 2021. Money raised is donated back into the community by the Hemlock Business Association.

Tickets may be purchased during school hours at our 200 Wilson Street office for $1 per ticket or six tickets for $5.

Join the Hemlock Area Historical Society for an evening of good old-fashioned holiday fun! Begin by enjoying a free cup of homemade cocoa or traditional wassail and a snack from the old Gould's Drug Store soda fountain while looking over the exhibit, then say hello to St. Nicholas himself. Don't forget to purchase your limited edition 2021 badge and be entered into the gift basket drawing before setting out on an enchanted candle walk uptown to the gazebo for the annual lighting ceremony.

The Temple Theater in downtown Saginaw has announced its 2021 fall/winter lineup for The Saginaw Silver Screen series.

Established in 2017, the movie series features classic films. All of the films begin at 2:00 pm. Tickets are $10 at the door.

Sunday, Dec. 5 - Disney’s Soul

For a full description of each movie and a trailer: www.templetheatre.com/saginawsilverscreen

Did you know that December is National Pear Month?

Check out these other holidays in December:

• Dec. 11: International Mountain Day
• Dec. 13: National Violin Day
• Dec. 13: National Day of the Horse
• Dec. 20: Underdog Day
• Dec. 26: National Candy Cane Day

Jayden Polom, 11/27

Jack Ray, 11/28

Cheyenne Trim, 11/28

Dawson Davenport, 12/3

Kenzington Alaniz, 12/4

Gavin Gilbert, 12/4

Nevin Fournier, 12/5

Lola Simerson, 12/7

Morganah Blue, 12/8

Wyatt Launstein, 12/9

Michaela Leddy, 12/9

• Monday, 11/29: 7th & 8th grade Basketball at Home against Millington. Game starts at 4:30 pm.
  
• Tuesday, 11/30: Wrestling at Frankenmuth. Starts at 4:30 pm. (Bus at 3:00 pm)
• Wednesday, 12/1: 7th & 8th grade Basketbal at Novel. (Bus at 3:40 pm)
• Friday, 12/3: PTO Popcorn Fundraiser Ends
• Monday, 12/6: 7th & 8th grade Basketball at Home against Ithaca. Games starts at 4:30 pm.
• Monday, 12/6: Student Council Change War Ends
• Tuesday, 12/7: Wrestling Quad at Birch Run. (Bus at 3:00 pm)
• Wednesday, 12/8: 7th & 8th grade Basketball at Freeland. (Bus at 3:40 pm)
• Wednesday, 12/8: 5th Grade Band Field Trip
• Thursday, 12/9: PTO Movie Night ... 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Email: kienitz.kris@hemlockps.com
Website: hemlockps.com
Location: 525 North Maple Street, Hemlock, MI, USA
Phone: 989-642-5253