Great things happen when the pack comes together!

Our “Run With the Pack” event brought staff together to build connections, share ideas, and plan for the year ahead. The room was full of good conversations and a shared commitment to helping our students succeed.

Thank you to everyone who helped plan the event and brought their energy and ideas. This is how we Pull the Sled, together.

#HemlockTogether #PullTheSled #Since1863
8 minutes ago, HPSD Communications
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October is National Principals Month, and we’re celebrating the four people who lead our buildings with care, purpose and a whole lot of heart.

Thank you to Keith Green, Lori Gensch, Cory Snider and Amanda Sensabaugh for the countless ways you support our students, staff and families every day. From big decisions to little moments, your leadership helps make Hemlock a place where kids can learn, grow and thrive.

We’re grateful for you—and pretty lucky to have you leading our Huskies.

#HemlockHuskies #Huskietastic #HemlockStrong #HemlockTogether
about 2 hours ago, HPSD Communications
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about 4 hours ago, HPSD Communications
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We may have gotten the roles a little mixed up here.
One came dressed as the beekeeper.
The other showed up as the bee.

But judging by this photo, I think we all know who is really keeping who in line.

Somewhere between the antennae, the wings, and that very confident smile, the bee clearly took control of the operation.

Turns out, the keeper may be the one being managed.

Just another day with the Huskie Pack, where even the costumes come with a little personality.

#HemlockHuskies #BetterTogether
about 5 hours ago, HPSD Communications
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Way #2 to Pulll the Sled Together
101 Ways to Be Positively Involved in Hemlock Public School District
about 21 hours ago, HPSD Communications
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Rick Crofoot… is that you? 👀
We loved seeing doubles across our campus during Spirit Week last week.

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1 day ago, HPSD Communications
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For this week's #TeacherFeature, we’re turning up the volume and introducing you to Kylie Hawkins, our elementary music teacher.

• Why music education? In high school, music became an outlet for Kylie—a way to express herself and connect with others. She wanted to give her students that same opportunity: to create, explore and express their emotions through music.

• Huskie years: This is Kylie’s 5th year teaching—and her 5th year as a Huskie.

• What she loves most: Watching students realize, “Hey, I CAN do this!” Whether they’re learning an instrument or finding their voice, Kylie loves seeing students recognize their progress and look back at the end of the year amazed at how far they’ve come.

• Fun fact: Kylie is trilingual! She has been taking German and Arabic lessons for years. Talk about adding a few more languages to the music room!

• Words to carry with them: “Even if you stumble, you’re still moving forward.” Learning isn’t always easy, but Kylie wants her students to know that with hard work and perseverance, they can accomplish anything they set their minds to.

We’re so glad Kylie is helping our youngest Huskies find their voices—and maybe a little more confidence along the way. 🎶

#TeacherFeatureTuesday #HemlockHuskies #Huskietastic #HemlockTogether
1 day ago, HPSD Communications
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More than 70 senior citizens joined us at Hemlock Middle School today for an afternoon of bingo, laughter and connection—and our students were there to serve them every step of the way.

These are the moments that remind us what it means to be a community of learners. Our students have so much to learn from the generations who came before them, and our community’s seniors have so much to share with the generation coming up behind them.

When our students serve their community, they’re learning that being a Huskie is about more than what happens inside a classroom. It’s about showing up, making connections and taking care of one another.

Different generations. One community. One Huskie Pack.

#HemlockHuskies #HemlockTogether #HemlockStrong #Since1863
2 days ago, HPSD Communications
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Give them something worth getting excited about.

A welder’s torch. A science experiment. A new idea. A problem they can solve. Sometimes the spark that changes everything starts with simply letting kids explore.

#PullTheSled
2 days ago, HPSD Communications
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Hands-on. Minds-on. Future-focused.

We want our students to do more than memorize the answer. We want them to know how to think, create, collaborate, problem-solve, and bring ideas to life.

#HemlockTogether #Since1863
2 days ago, HPSD Communications
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Being present matters. Students gain valuable learning experiences, build friendships, and stay on track when they attend school consistently.

#GoodAttendanceIsAGamechanger #HuskieAttendance #HuskiesRunInPacks #HuskiePresent
3 days ago, Kassie Hensler
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Middle school is serious business.
Fortunately, Principal Gensch doesn’t take herself too seriously. 😂

The ability to lead, laugh, connect and occasionally be the punchline? That’s a pretty good combination when you’re working with middle schoolers.

#HemlockHuskies #BetterTogether #Since1863
3 days ago, HPSD Communications
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A ribbon cutting is great. A partnership is even better.

We officially cut the ribbon on the Wildfire Credit Union Pavilion at Wallace Field, and this one is about much more than a new place to watch a game.

When we looked at this corner of Wallace Field, we saw an opportunity to create something different. A place where families could gather, friends could connect, kids could hang out, and our community could enjoy events together.

Wildfire Credit Union saw the vision too.

Their investment helped us take an underused space and turn it into something special for our students, families, alumni, and community. And they didn't just write a check and put their name on it. They showed up. They joined us for Homecoming, handed out gear to our kids, connected with families, and celebrated right alongside our community.

That is what a great community partnership looks like.

Thank you to the entire Wildfire Credit Union team for investing in Hemlock and helping us continue to create experiences that bring people together.

The ribbon is officially cut. The Pavilion is open. And judging by the smiles, I think this corner of Wallace Field has found its purpose.

Small Town. Big Opportunities. Hemlock Together.
4 days ago, Kids First!
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It’s Homecoming Day, Huskies.

The floats are ready.
The field is ready.
There's Huskie pride bursting from the seams.
And we’re ready to GO.

We’ll see you there, Huskies. Let's go!

#HemlockTogether #HemlockHuskies #Since1863
5 days ago, HPSD Communications
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Your calendar called.
It has a few Huskie dates to add. 📅

Check it. Save it. Screenshot it.
And let’s make the rest of 2026 #Huskietastic.

#HemlockTogether #Since1863
5 days ago, HPSD Communications
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Homecoming is here!

The stands are ready, the team is ready, and we’ve got some NEW swag ready for you!

Stop by the Swag Sled before kickoff to check out our newest Huskie designs, including two new Breast Cancer Awareness shirts and our new Military & USA Huskie shirt.

Come cheer on the Huskies, rep the pack, and maybe take home some new gear while you’re at it!
#HuskieSwag #RepThePack #PullTheSled

5 days ago, Stephani Smith
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Hemlock Elementary is proud to recognize Colt Latty from Mrs. Hammis’ kindergarten class as their student of the month.

Colt is a kind and caring student who is always ready to do his best. He is a wonderful friend to everyone, a positive leader in the classroom, and always willing to help. We are so proud to celebrate Colt this month!

#HemlockHuskies #HemlockTogether #Since1863
5 days ago, HPSD Communications
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Behind every weekday night, Saturday morning and championship moment is a whole lot of “I’ll help.”

Our Sports Boosters give their time, energy and countless behind-the-scenes hours because they believe in our kids.

That’s what community looks like.
Sometimes it looks like a packed gym.
Sometimes it looks like someone staying late to sell one more hot dog. 🌭

We see you.
And we’re grateful.

#HemlockStrong #Since1863
6 days ago, HPSD Communications
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We don’t just teach students. We invest in people.

Because behind every assignment, project, performance, and achievement is a young person learning what they’re capable of.

#HemlockTogether #SmallTownBigOpportunities #Since1863
6 days ago, HPSD Communications
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#StaffSpotlight | Chad Inabinet

This week, we’re highlighting Chad Inabinet, Hemlock Middle School’s Dean of Students—and his journey to education is a pretty good reminder that life rarely follows a straight line.

• School days: Chad graduated from Gaylord High School and went on to earn degrees in Biology, Chemistry, Counseling and, most recently, a Ph.D. in Educational Leadership from Western Michigan University. Clearly, he believes in being a lifelong learner!

• Huskie years: Chad has spent more than 20 years working in education, with a background in counseling, student services, higher education and educational leadership. This is his third year at Hemlock Middle School, where he especially enjoys helping students navigate those important—and sometimes complicated—middle school years.

• What he loves most: Relationships and growth. Chad says some of the most rewarding moments are watching students work through a difficult moment, make better choices, discover something they’re good at, or simply realize that the adults around them genuinely believe in them.

• You might be surprised to know… Chad was apparently not a fan of school as a preschooler. He was kicked out of several area preschools, once convinced classmates to switch shoes before going home and even recruited friends to help him escape over the playground fence. (We’re happy to report he eventually came around to education)

• His advice for students: Be curious. Be kind. Don’t be afraid to change your mind when you learn something new. Ask good questions, listen, admit when you’re wrong and keep learning. And remember: how you treat people matters.

We’re glad the kid who once tried to escape school ultimately found his way to the Huskie Pack.

#TeacherFeatureTuesday #HemlockHuskies #Huskietastic #HemlockStrong

6 days ago, HPSD Communications
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