Hemlock High School

It is with honor to announce Derrick Young as one of Hemlock High School’s Top Ten students. Derrick is the son of Tammy and Robert Young. He will be starting his third year of the Early Middle College program after graduation. Derrick is also a member of the National Honor Society. He has played varsity football for 2 years and varsity golf for 3 years. Congratulations!

It is with honor to announce Jacob Shelagowski as one of Hemlock High School’s Top Ten students. Jacob is the son of Jeff and Darcie Shelagowski. After graduation he plans to major in finance and accounting. Jacob is a member of the National Honor Society and the recipient of the Saginaw County Outstanding Junior Award. He has played Varsity football for 2 years, Varsity basketball for 2 years and Varsity baseball for 3 years. Congratulations!

Time is running out to purchase the 2021-2022 Hemlock High School yearbook. Reserve yours before Friday, April 15th to save the memories of this special year. This is the final call before we submit our order for printing. A payment plan is available at checkout when you order on jostensyearbooks.com.

Students, on April 6th Audrey Glass from Rauchholz Memorial Library will be in the Commons to present new released books and have them available to checkout. Please get your Library card ready using the google form https://forms.gle/EkBLbcz9B9H3Ua9G7

Date Changes: We had a conflict with the original date of Baccalaureate so that date has changed as well as we moved senior rehearsal to the morning of commencement.

Tuesday, May 24th

Baccalaureate - 7pm

Thursday, May 26th

Senior Rehearsal - 9am

Commencement - 8pm

Yearbooks: The yearbook staff is still in need of senior quotes and baby photos. Check your email for a form from Paige Rump. Send in a baby photo and any other old photos of you and your friends to Mrs. Whitford - whitford@hemlockps.com.

T-Shirts: Click here to order senior t-shirts. Deadline to order is April 15th. Shirts will be ready the end of April.

Baccalaureate - Any senior interested in performing at Baccalaureate, please reach out to one of your class officers as soon as possible.

Date: April 30, 2022

Place: Swan Valley Banquet Center

Time: 5-11pm

Tickets: $50 per person, only sold April 11th - 22nd. You can purchase them at lunch.

Guest Forms: Forms are available on the stands outside the office. The form must be completed and returned no later than April 27th.

You can order band apparel now until April 11th.

https://hemlockbandelton2022.itemorder.com/shop/sale/

Course requests can now be made for the 2022-2023 school year at Hemlock High School through your Family or Student Access account. Additional information can be found at https://5il.co/16cf1

Want to know when school starts or ends? Or looking to see when winter/spring break is? You can find that information on our website - www.hemlockps.com. When you are on the District page for Schools, click the Menu button. From there you will get different options, click on District Information and then District Calendar. You will see school calendars for the next three years. Happy planning!

#JustTheFacts Have you ever wondered how we compare to our neighboring districts?

For more information on our upcoming bond go to https://www.hemlockbond.com

If you are interested in becoming a high school student council member or a class officer for the 2022-23 school year, please join the classroom below. The applications will be under the classwork tab. There are approximately 25 open student council positions for the high school and 6 open class officer positions per grade level. The applications are due April 12th. Please feel free to email Mrs. Strachota (strachota@hemlockps.com) or stop by if you have any questions or want to know more about being a student council member or a class officer.

https://classroom.google.com/c/NDczNTAyODAxMzk5?cjc=vyzvfnq

Congratulations Gray Matter on a dominating performance at the Midland District over break. The team went 18-0 finishing 1st in a field of 40 teams. The team also won the Chairman's Award, the most prestigious award in FIRST Robotics. The team now qualifies for the State Championships to be held at SVSU, April 14 - 16.

Hemlock's Gray Matter is asking for the community’s support in their journey to attend the FIRST Championships in Houston, Texas. This fundraiser will be used for competition expenses such as team members' hotel rooms and backup parts for the robot. https://gofund.me/280d050a

Have you gotten your tickets yet for Sister Act taking place at Hemlock High School April 7th, 8th, and 9th at 7:00pm?!?! What are you waiting for?!?! Tickets are selling FAST! To purchase Reserve Seating tickets, go to www.hemlockhighschooltheatre.ludus.com to get yours today before they are gone!

We have opportunities for positive individuals to join the Huskie Pack. We are hiring for the following positions: Football Position, Custodian, Bus Driver, MS Pompon Coach and more.

Click here to see the opportunities. Start your journey as a difference-maker with Hemlock Public School District; consider your application today by emailing personnel@hemlockps.com.

Wednesday, April 6th

- Nothing Scheduled

Thursday, April 7th

- V Tennis vs. BC Central - 4pm

- JV Baseball vs. Carrollton - 4pm

- V Baseball @ Carrollton - 4pm (Bus 2:30pm)

- V Softball @ Carrollton - 4pm (Bus 2:30pm)

- MSTEP

- Sister Act the Musical - 7pm

Friday, April 8th

- V Tennis @ Jim Teal Invite - 9am (Bus 8am)

- Sister Act the Musical - 7pm

Saturday, April 9th

- V Track @ Freeland Invite - 12pm

- Sister Act the Musical - 7pm

Sunday, April 10th

- Nothing Scheduled

Monday, April 11th

- V Baseball vs. Standish - 4pm

- V Softball vs. Standish - 4pm

- JV Baseball @ Standish - 4pm (Bus 2pm)

- V Soccer vs. Bullock Creek - 6pm

- JV Soccer vs. EPBP - 4:30pm

- V Tennis vs. Garber - 4pm

- V Track vs. Nouvel & Standish - 4pm

Tuesday, April 12th

- Nothing Scheduled

Wednesday, April 13th

- V Tennis @ Bridgeport - 4pm (Bus 3pm)

- V Track @ Carrollton - 4pm (Bus 3pm)

- JV Baseball @ Freeland - 4pm (Bus 2:45pm)

- Robotics @ State Champs

- SAT Testing

Mark Your Calendars:

4/14 - ACT Work Keys Testing

4/15 - Good Friday

4/15 - NO SCHOOL

4/17 - Easter

4/18 - NO SCHOOL

4/19 - Robotics @ FIRST World Champs

4/28 - Spring Sports Pics

4/28 - MSTEP Make-ups

4/30 - Prom @ SV Banquet Center

3/24/22 - V Boys Track @ SVSU - The boys track team competed at SVSU on Thursday, along with nearly 30 other programs. Our athletes did well, highlighted by Robert Knapik placing 3rd in the 60 meter dash with a time of 7.33. Many others logged initial times to work from. It appears that we will have an exciting team with much achievement in 2022.

3/24/22 - V Girls Track @ SVSU - Thursday's SVSU Indoor Meet was a good start for our girls' team. For some, it was their first meet ever or at least in quite awhile. Good performances, led by Reagan Keyser placing first in the high jump at 5'0". Jade Huizar ran 13.03 in the 60 meter hurdles. Izzy Krueger ran 9.03 in the 60 meter dash while Sydney Emmendorfer ran 9.72. In the 200 meter dash, Izzy Krueger ran 29.11 and Reagan Keyser ran 29.41. In the shot put, Sydney Emmendorfer the 22'3.25" and Sandy Schaeding the 15'1/2".

4/4/22 - V Girls Soccer vs. Millington - W (4-0) The girls opened their season with a hard fought win in the cold defeating Millington 4-0. Alex Grzenia, Chloe Watson, Nataly Bodziachowski, and Izzy Curry scored the four goals for the Huskies. Chloe and Emma Streich each also contributed with an assist. Avery Ross completed the shut out in goal having seven saves on the day.

4/5/22 - V Girls Soccer @ Valley Lutheran - L (2-6) Izzy Curry led the way for the Huskies with one goal and one assist. Logann Clayton had the other Huskie goal on the Day. Avery Ross finished the game with 21 saves in goal.

4/5/22 - JV Girls Soccer @ Valley Lutheran - W (4-0) Two Huskie goals were scored by Izzy Krueger, and two by Mallory Dinninger. Hope Watson completed an assist on one of the goals. Maddie Wenzel had three saves in a combined shutout with Riley LaFrance with the help of an outstanding defense.

What are some of your other hobbies?

- Caring for my hedgehog, hanging out with friends, and listening to music.

What is your favorite movie?

- Spiderman

If you could live anywhere in the world, where would it be?

- Greece with Gracie

Favorite college/pro team?

- None

Favorite teacher or staff member & why?

- Mrs. Bry and Mrs. Metiva because they brighten my day.

Favorite school subject?

- English

Favorite family recipe?

- Gracie's mother's lemon cookies

Favorite color?

- Light Blue

Favorite candy?

- Twix

What is your dream job?

- Social Worker

Do you think playing sports at Hemlock has made a difference in your life? Why?

- Playing sports at Hemlock has made a difference in my life by allowing me to gain or strength relationships, feel involved, and make unforgettable memories.

Favorite sport memory?

- Winning the Mid American Pompon State Championship three years in a row.

We have three home track & field meets this spring. Please use the link to sign-up for concessions or tickets - https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0d4faaac2aa3f85-2022

This summer, Michigan Tech’s Summer Youth Programs office is again partnering with HSC to offer scholarships for students from Midland, Gratiot, Bay, and Saginaw counties to attend an engineering summer camp - for free. The scholarship will cover all costs (including transportation) required to attend the Engineering Scholars Program (ESP) at Michigan Tech. A total of 30 students from these counties will be selected for the HSC award.

Preference will be given to current Juniors, however, all students currently in grades 9-11 are encouraged to apply. The application deadline is 5:00 p.m. April 10, 2022. An overview and all relevant paperwork are available under the “Engineering Scholars Program” on our website.

Engineering Scholars is a weeklong investigation of Engineering careers featuring special topic presentations, interactive group projects, and lab tours. During the course, you’ll get insider info from role models in working in engineering fields, be exposed to many different types of engineering, and get to learn from Michigan Tech faculty, staff, and #CrazySmart graduate students!

Hemlock Semiconductor believes that education is a great equalizer, allowing students from all backgrounds to become anything they choose to be. One of the ways they emphasize the value of education is through community partnerships to develop programs that engage students and ignite their interest in STEM. Michigan Tech is excited to be part of this effort.

The Saginaw Youth Ambassador Leadership Program is seeking current freshmen who have leadership potential and a strong desire to serve their community. Attached is an application for the Class of 2025 Youth Ambassador Team, along with information about the Saginaw Youth Ambassador Program (YAP), a three-year personal and leadership development opportunity that includes a $1,795 scholarship to the Dale Carnegie Teen Training Program!

Youth Ambassador candidates should have:

- Very good attendance

- Excellent character

- Strong interest in community service

- Responsible behavior

- Recommended 2.5 GPA

Candidates will participate in a selection process and will be identified and notified this school year. They will begin the program with "Personal and Leadership Development" fall of their sophomore year.

Interested students can fill out the attached application and return it to the office upon completion. All applications are due by April 15th. If you have any questions, please contact Mr. Boros - boros@hemlockps.com.

Registration is now open for the Tuesday Night Sand Volleyball leagues at Roethke Park. There is a limited number of team spaces available, so stop into our office today to register your teams. If you have any questions, please give us a call at (989) 781- 0151.

***New*** Sand Volleyball Leagues at Roberts Park!
Monday - Thursday nights. Limited number of team slots available. Stop into our office today to sign your team up! For more information, please call our office at (989) 781-0151.

Email: galbraith@hemlockps.com
Website: www.hemlockps.com
Location: 733 North Hemlock Road, Hemlock, MI, USA
Phone: (989) 642-5287
Facebook: facebook.com/HemlockHighSchool
Twitter: @MIHemlock_High