We took your feedback seriously.
Several of you were worried about Chuck standing out in the heat yesterday...
So today, he has upgraded his working conditions.
He's got a kiddie pool.
From 5:00–8:00 PM tonight, Band Director Chuck Bicigo will once again be at the band trailer, ready to accept instruments that have been sitting unused in attics, closets, basements, and garages. That old trumpet, clarinet, saxophone, flute, or trombone could become the instrument that inspires a student for years to come.
And if you don't have an instrument, we'd still love to see you.
If you're looking for another way to help, Band Camp is just around the corner. Cases of bottled water are always appreciated, and if you'd like to make a financial contribution to help purchase or repair instruments, you may also bring a check made payable to Hemlock Public School District with "Band Instruments" in the memo line.
Every instrument donated.
Every bottle of water.
Every gift.
It all helps create opportunities for students.
Stop by, say hello, and help us keep Chuck hydrated... because if this heat keeps up, tomorrow's upgrade might have to be a lifeguard.
#WednesdayWisdom #HemlockHuskies #HemlockStrong
🚌 Looking for a rewarding opportunity with a schedule that fits your life?
Hemlock Public School District is hiring Bus Drivers for the upcoming school year. Join a team that plays an essential role in helping students start and end each day safely.
✔ Competitive pay
✔ Consistent schedule
✔ Summers, holidays, and school breaks off
✔ Make a difference in the lives of local students
Apply today to hit the road with the Huskie Pack:
https://hemlockps.bamboohr.com/careers/251
#HemlockHuskies #HemlockStrong
Hemlock Public School District is hiring Bus Drivers for the upcoming school year. Join a team that plays an essential role in helping students start and end each day safely.
✔ Competitive pay
✔ Consistent schedule
✔ Summers, holidays, and school breaks off
✔ Make a difference in the lives of local students
Apply today to hit the road with the Huskie Pack:
https://hemlockps.bamboohr.com/careers/251
#HemlockHuskies #HemlockStrong
Every great team is built one piece at a time.
Some pieces stay in place for years.
Others move as people retire, earn promotions, pursue new opportunities, or begin a new chapter.
That's how strong organizations grow.
The challenge isn't keeping every piece in the same place forever. The challenge is making sure every move makes the team stronger.
That's our commitment.
Thoughtful decisions. Great people. One mission.
Every move is made with our students at the center.
Some pieces stay in place for years.
Others move as people retire, earn promotions, pursue new opportunities, or begin a new chapter.
That's how strong organizations grow.
The challenge isn't keeping every piece in the same place forever. The challenge is making sure every move makes the team stronger.
That's our commitment.
Thoughtful decisions. Great people. One mission.
Every move is made with our students at the center.
🔥 ATTENTION, HEMLOCK 🔥
The forecast today is officially: Hot enough to make a tuba sweat.
From 5:00–8:00 PM, our Band Director, Chuck Bicigo, will once again be outside, voluntarily standing in the summer heat. We're still trying to figure out if that's dedication or a lack of good judgment.
Either way... stop by!
Have an instrument that's been hiding in the attic, basement, closet, or garage since your marching band days? Bring it along! That forgotten trumpet, clarinet, saxophone, flute, or trombone could become the instrument that sparks a student's love of music.
Don't have an instrument?
Stop by anyway! Say hello, share a laugh, cheer Chuck on, and maybe hand him a cold bottle of water. At this point, we're accepting hydration donations on his behalf.
Who knows... You might even be inspired to check the attic when you get home.
We'll be there from 5:00–8:00 PM, turning dusty instruments into new opportunities, one donation at a time.
See you tonight... and if Chuck starts conducting imaginary musicians by 7:30, we'll know the heat finally won.
The forecast today is officially: Hot enough to make a tuba sweat.
From 5:00–8:00 PM, our Band Director, Chuck Bicigo, will once again be outside, voluntarily standing in the summer heat. We're still trying to figure out if that's dedication or a lack of good judgment.
Either way... stop by!
Have an instrument that's been hiding in the attic, basement, closet, or garage since your marching band days? Bring it along! That forgotten trumpet, clarinet, saxophone, flute, or trombone could become the instrument that sparks a student's love of music.
Don't have an instrument?
Stop by anyway! Say hello, share a laugh, cheer Chuck on, and maybe hand him a cold bottle of water. At this point, we're accepting hydration donations on his behalf.
Who knows... You might even be inspired to check the attic when you get home.
We'll be there from 5:00–8:00 PM, turning dusty instruments into new opportunities, one donation at a time.
See you tonight... and if Chuck starts conducting imaginary musicians by 7:30, we'll know the heat finally won.
So much has shifted and grown over the past couple of years, but one thing hasn’t changed: our community’s heart.
Thank you for being the foundation we build on every day.
#HemlockStrong #BetterTogether #PullTheSled #Since1863
Thank you for being the foundation we build on every day.
#HemlockStrong #BetterTogether #PullTheSled #Since1863
ATTENTION, HEMLOCK!
Tonight is your chance to finally answer the age-old question: “What should we do with that old trumpet in the attic?”
Bring it to Band Director Chuck Bicigo! He’s out there braving the summer heat, ready to give your once-loved instrument a second chance to make music in the hands of a student.
That dusty clarinet. That saxophone in the closet. The trombone that’s been collecting cobwebs since high school. If it hasn’t been played in years, it could become the instrument that inspires the next generation of musicians.
And while you’re stopping by… bring Chuck a cold bottle of water. He’s taking one for the team so you can clean out the attic without breaking a sweat.
Let’s turn forgotten instruments into new opportunities for kids. We can’t wait to see what treasures roll in tonight! 🎺🎷🥁🎶
Big Things Are Happening at the Hemlock Early Childhood Center 🌱 As Hemlock Public School District continues to grow, so do the opportunities we provide for our youngest learners.
Please join us in welcoming Cameron DeWeese Roberts to the Huskie Pack as the newest teacher at the Hemlock Early Childhood Center.
This fall, Cameron will help lead one of three GSRP Preschool classrooms, an exciting milestone as we expand our preschool programming to serve more children and families than ever before.
Early childhood education is where the foundation is built. It is where curiosity is encouraged, confidence begins to grow, friendships are formed, and a lifelong love of learning takes root. The educators who work with our youngest students have an incredible responsibility, and Cameron is exactly the kind of person we want helping shape those first school experiences.
She brings enthusiasm, compassion, energy, and a genuine commitment to children and families. Most importantly, she understands that every child deserves to feel safe, loved, valued, and excited to come to school each day.
The continued growth of our Early Childhood Center is another example of families choosing Hemlock and trusting us with what matters most — their children.
We are thrilled to welcome Cameron to our team and cannot wait to see the positive impact she will have on our students, families, and school community.
#HuskiePack #HemlockEarlyChildhoodCenter
#SmallTownBigOpportunities
Please join us in welcoming Cameron DeWeese Roberts to the Huskie Pack as the newest teacher at the Hemlock Early Childhood Center.
This fall, Cameron will help lead one of three GSRP Preschool classrooms, an exciting milestone as we expand our preschool programming to serve more children and families than ever before.
Early childhood education is where the foundation is built. It is where curiosity is encouraged, confidence begins to grow, friendships are formed, and a lifelong love of learning takes root. The educators who work with our youngest students have an incredible responsibility, and Cameron is exactly the kind of person we want helping shape those first school experiences.
She brings enthusiasm, compassion, energy, and a genuine commitment to children and families. Most importantly, she understands that every child deserves to feel safe, loved, valued, and excited to come to school each day.
The continued growth of our Early Childhood Center is another example of families choosing Hemlock and trusting us with what matters most — their children.
We are thrilled to welcome Cameron to our team and cannot wait to see the positive impact she will have on our students, families, and school community.
#HuskiePack #HemlockEarlyChildhoodCenter
#SmallTownBigOpportunities
Teamwork Makes the Dream Work.
People often ask how Hemlock Public School District has accomplished so much in such a short amount of time.
The answer isn't complicated.
It's teamwork.
Every new opportunity, every improvement, every innovative idea, and every challenge we've overcome has happened because people chose to work together. No one pulls the sled alone. It takes individuals willing to step up, support one another, share the load, and occasionally have a little fun along the way.
That's what this photo represents.
Different personalities. Different strengths. One team. One purpose.
When everyone grabs hold of the same vision and pulls in the same direction, remarkable things happen.
That's how we've come this far.
And it's how we'll keep moving forward.
#SmallTownBigOpportunities #PullTheSled #Teamwork #BetterTogether
People often ask how Hemlock Public School District has accomplished so much in such a short amount of time.
The answer isn't complicated.
It's teamwork.
Every new opportunity, every improvement, every innovative idea, and every challenge we've overcome has happened because people chose to work together. No one pulls the sled alone. It takes individuals willing to step up, support one another, share the load, and occasionally have a little fun along the way.
That's what this photo represents.
Different personalities. Different strengths. One team. One purpose.
When everyone grabs hold of the same vision and pulls in the same direction, remarkable things happen.
That's how we've come this far.
And it's how we'll keep moving forward.
#SmallTownBigOpportunities #PullTheSled #Teamwork #BetterTogether
This week’s #MugshotMonday features Custom Style Salon, a local favorite where creativity, care, and community come together. From fresh cuts to a little self-care time, it’s one of those places that helps people feel their best while supporting a small-town business that pours into others.
We’re grateful for the local entrepreneurs who make Hemlock a great place to live, work, and grow.
#HemlockStrong #HemlockHuskies #Since1863
We’re grateful for the local entrepreneurs who make Hemlock a great place to live, work, and grow.
#HemlockStrong #HemlockHuskies #Since1863
🔥 Some people get this excited when they find out they got a job at Hemlock Public School District.
And then there’s Alex.
Twelve years later, the excitement, enthusiasm, and energy still haven’t worn off.
Truth be told, Alex’s reaction to being part of the Huskie Pack isn’t unusual. It’s actually pretty consistent with who we are as an organization.
We believe great schools are built by people who care deeply about kids, take pride in their work, support one another, and genuinely enjoy being part of something bigger than themselves.
That doesn’t happen by accident. It happens when you create a culture where people feel valued, challenged, trusted, and connected to a shared purpose.
At Hemlock, we pull the sled together. We celebrate wins together. We solve problems together. And we never lose sight of why we’re here.
After all these years, Alex still shows up with the same passion, commitment, and Huskie focus that he had on day one.
And honestly, that’s what makes this place special.
#HuskiePack #PullTheSled #SmallTownBigOpportunities
#HemlockProud #CultureMatters #BestIsYetToCome
And then there’s Alex.
Twelve years later, the excitement, enthusiasm, and energy still haven’t worn off.
Truth be told, Alex’s reaction to being part of the Huskie Pack isn’t unusual. It’s actually pretty consistent with who we are as an organization.
We believe great schools are built by people who care deeply about kids, take pride in their work, support one another, and genuinely enjoy being part of something bigger than themselves.
That doesn’t happen by accident. It happens when you create a culture where people feel valued, challenged, trusted, and connected to a shared purpose.
At Hemlock, we pull the sled together. We celebrate wins together. We solve problems together. And we never lose sight of why we’re here.
After all these years, Alex still shows up with the same passion, commitment, and Huskie focus that he had on day one.
And honestly, that’s what makes this place special.
#HuskiePack #PullTheSled #SmallTownBigOpportunities
#HemlockProud #CultureMatters #BestIsYetToCome
The final out had already been recorded.
The scoreboard had done its job.
But the most important moment of the day happened afterward.
A team gathered shoulder to shoulder, reflecting on the game they had just played, encouraging one another, and walking away together.
That's what great teams do.
They celebrate together. They learn together. They win together. They lose together.
Because teamwork isn't measured by the final score. It's measured by how you treat each other when the game is over.
Those moments build trust.
They build resilience.
They build leaders.
And long after the score is forgotten, those lessons remain.
#PullTheSled #Teamwork #HemlockPublicSchoolDistrict #SmallTownBigOpportunities
The scoreboard had done its job.
But the most important moment of the day happened afterward.
A team gathered shoulder to shoulder, reflecting on the game they had just played, encouraging one another, and walking away together.
That's what great teams do.
They celebrate together. They learn together. They win together. They lose together.
Because teamwork isn't measured by the final score. It's measured by how you treat each other when the game is over.
Those moments build trust.
They build resilience.
They build leaders.
And long after the score is forgotten, those lessons remain.
#PullTheSled #Teamwork #HemlockPublicSchoolDistrict #SmallTownBigOpportunities
Strong Schools. Strong Businesses. Strong Communities.
Hemlock Public School District is proud to be an active member of both the Hemlock Business Association and the Saginaw County Chamber of Commerce.
We firmly believe that great schools and a vibrant business community are not separate efforts. They are connected. When education, industry, and community leaders work together, opportunities grow for everyone.
Recently, Tom Lockwood, Director of Friendship and one of Hemlock’s most passionate STEM advocates, had the opportunity to connect with Chamber President and CEO, Eugene Seals Jr., to discuss collaboration, workforce development, and the importance of building relationships that help strengthen our region.
At Hemlock, we know that preparing students for the future requires more than excellent classrooms. It requires partnerships with businesses, community organizations, and leaders who share a commitment to investing in the next generation.
Relationships matter. Collaboration matters. Community matters.
Together, we are creating the kind of place where students thrive, businesses succeed, and families choose to call home.
#HemlockStrong #PullTheSled #SmallTownBigOpportunities #HemlockBusinessAssociation #SaginawChamber #CommunityPartnerships #FutureFocused #STEM #WorkforceDevelopment #StrongerTogether
Hemlock Public School District is proud to be an active member of both the Hemlock Business Association and the Saginaw County Chamber of Commerce.
We firmly believe that great schools and a vibrant business community are not separate efforts. They are connected. When education, industry, and community leaders work together, opportunities grow for everyone.
Recently, Tom Lockwood, Director of Friendship and one of Hemlock’s most passionate STEM advocates, had the opportunity to connect with Chamber President and CEO, Eugene Seals Jr., to discuss collaboration, workforce development, and the importance of building relationships that help strengthen our region.
At Hemlock, we know that preparing students for the future requires more than excellent classrooms. It requires partnerships with businesses, community organizations, and leaders who share a commitment to investing in the next generation.
Relationships matter. Collaboration matters. Community matters.
Together, we are creating the kind of place where students thrive, businesses succeed, and families choose to call home.
#HemlockStrong #PullTheSled #SmallTownBigOpportunities #HemlockBusinessAssociation #SaginawChamber #CommunityPartnerships #FutureFocused #STEM #WorkforceDevelopment #StrongerTogether
Culture doesn't happen by accident.
It's built intentionally, one decision at a time.
One of our newest additions to Legend Gymnasium is a photo gallery that celebrates the student-athletes, coaches, teams, facilities, and moments that make Hemlock special. Woven throughout the display is a simple reminder of who we strive to be.
#PullTheSled
It's more than a phrase. It's the standard we aspire to every day.
It reminds us that great teams are built on commitment, accountability, resilience, and the willingness to put the team ahead of ourselves. It reminds us that championships are earned through countless unseen moments of preparation, discipline, and hard work.
Every student, every coach, every family, and every visitor who walks these halls will be reminded that success isn't about one person. It's about all of us pulling in the same direction.
Because the legacy we build isn't just found in trophies or banners.
It's found in the culture we create together.
#PullTheSled #LegendGymnasium #HemlockPublicSchoolDistrict #SmallTownBigOpportunities
It's built intentionally, one decision at a time.
One of our newest additions to Legend Gymnasium is a photo gallery that celebrates the student-athletes, coaches, teams, facilities, and moments that make Hemlock special. Woven throughout the display is a simple reminder of who we strive to be.
#PullTheSled
It's more than a phrase. It's the standard we aspire to every day.
It reminds us that great teams are built on commitment, accountability, resilience, and the willingness to put the team ahead of ourselves. It reminds us that championships are earned through countless unseen moments of preparation, discipline, and hard work.
Every student, every coach, every family, and every visitor who walks these halls will be reminded that success isn't about one person. It's about all of us pulling in the same direction.
Because the legacy we build isn't just found in trophies or banners.
It's found in the culture we create together.
#PullTheSled #LegendGymnasium #HemlockPublicSchoolDistrict #SmallTownBigOpportunities
Homegrown Goodness 🌱🧺 From garden to table, from neighbor to neighbor, there’s nothing like the Hemlock Farmer’s Market.
Swing by today from 4–7 PM and support your local makers and growers!
#HemlockHuskies #HemlockStrong #SupportLocal
Swing by today from 4–7 PM and support your local makers and growers!
#HemlockHuskies #HemlockStrong #SupportLocal
A huge THANK YOU to the Hemlock Community Pep Club for stepping up in a big way and making one of District Head Custodian Mike Walton’s lifelong dreams come true.
For years, Mike has faithfully kept our buildings running, our floors shining, our lights on, and our countless “Can you take a look at this?” requests under control. Through it all, he had one simple dream…
To have a grill at work capable of producing meat at temperatures normally reserved for industrial manufacturing and the surface of the sun.
Well, thanks to the generosity of the Pep Club, that dream is now a reality.
Hemlock Community Pep Club, which is our neighbors, friends, and community members came together to provide Hemlock Public School District with an amazing grill, ensuring that future burgers, steaks, brats, and mystery meats will be cooked exactly the way Mike prefers them: hot, hotter, and “are we sure that’s not lava?”
On behalf of Mike and all of us at Hemlock Public Schools, thank you for your generosity, your support, and for always finding ways to make a difference for the people who work behind the scenes every day.
The Pep Club didn’t just buy a grill. They sparked joy, fueled a passion, and may have slightly increased the temperature of Saginaw County.
Thank you, Pep Club. Hemlock is lucky to have you.
#HemlockPride #PullTheSled #CommunityStrong
For years, Mike has faithfully kept our buildings running, our floors shining, our lights on, and our countless “Can you take a look at this?” requests under control. Through it all, he had one simple dream…
To have a grill at work capable of producing meat at temperatures normally reserved for industrial manufacturing and the surface of the sun.
Well, thanks to the generosity of the Pep Club, that dream is now a reality.
Hemlock Community Pep Club, which is our neighbors, friends, and community members came together to provide Hemlock Public School District with an amazing grill, ensuring that future burgers, steaks, brats, and mystery meats will be cooked exactly the way Mike prefers them: hot, hotter, and “are we sure that’s not lava?”
On behalf of Mike and all of us at Hemlock Public Schools, thank you for your generosity, your support, and for always finding ways to make a difference for the people who work behind the scenes every day.
The Pep Club didn’t just buy a grill. They sparked joy, fueled a passion, and may have slightly increased the temperature of Saginaw County.
Thank you, Pep Club. Hemlock is lucky to have you.
#HemlockPride #PullTheSled #CommunityStrong
#PullTheSled
Summer is one of the busiest seasons at Hemlock Public School District.
While students are enjoying a well-deserved break, our team is hard at work preparing every building for their return in August.
Across the district, classrooms are being refreshed, facilities are being improved, technology is being updated, and countless projects are underway. Every detail matters because the environment our students walk into on the first day of school helps set the tone for the year ahead. One project taking shape at the Legend Gymnasium says a lot about who we are.
PULL THE SLED.
More than a mural, it's a daily reminder of our culture.
It represents hard work. Teamwork. Accountability. The belief that everyone has a role in moving our district forward, and that the best organizations are built when people willingly do their part for something bigger than themselves.
That same mindset is evident across our campuses this summer. Our maintenance, custodial, technology, transportation, food service, and administrative teams are putting in the work behind the scenes to ensure our schools are clean, safe, welcoming, and ready for another exceptional year.
August is getting closer.
We can't wait to welcome our students back to a campus that reflects the excellence they deserve.
#PullTheSled #SmallTownBigOpportunities #BringTheMagic #HemlockSchools
While students are enjoying a well-deserved break, our team is hard at work preparing every building for their return in August.
Across the district, classrooms are being refreshed, facilities are being improved, technology is being updated, and countless projects are underway. Every detail matters because the environment our students walk into on the first day of school helps set the tone for the year ahead. One project taking shape at the Legend Gymnasium says a lot about who we are.
PULL THE SLED.
More than a mural, it's a daily reminder of our culture.
It represents hard work. Teamwork. Accountability. The belief that everyone has a role in moving our district forward, and that the best organizations are built when people willingly do their part for something bigger than themselves.
That same mindset is evident across our campuses this summer. Our maintenance, custodial, technology, transportation, food service, and administrative teams are putting in the work behind the scenes to ensure our schools are clean, safe, welcoming, and ready for another exceptional year.
August is getting closer.
We can't wait to welcome our students back to a campus that reflects the excellence they deserve.
#PullTheSled #SmallTownBigOpportunities #BringTheMagic #HemlockSchools
⚽ Ready to lead the next generation of Huskie soccer players?
Hemlock Public School District is seeking a passionate and dedicated Girls' Varsity Soccer Coach to join our team. If you're committed to developing student-athletes, building a strong team culture, and inspiring excellence both on and off the field, we'd love to hear from you.
Help shape the future of our program while creating opportunities for student growth, leadership, and success.
Apply today and join the Huskie Pack: https://hemlockps.bamboohr.com/careers/290
#HemlockHuskies #JoinTheHuskiePack #Since1863
Hemlock Public School District is seeking a passionate and dedicated Girls' Varsity Soccer Coach to join our team. If you're committed to developing student-athletes, building a strong team culture, and inspiring excellence both on and off the field, we'd love to hear from you.
Help shape the future of our program while creating opportunities for student growth, leadership, and success.
Apply today and join the Huskie Pack: https://hemlockps.bamboohr.com/careers/290
#HemlockHuskies #JoinTheHuskiePack #Since1863
#WednesdayWisdom #HemlockHuskies #HemlockStrong
