We are excited about the educational, co-curricular and individual growth opportunities that our learning environment provides for each of our students, and we welcome your participation in what is sure to be a great school year.
Harbor Springs Middle School consistently scores above state and ISD averages on standardized tests. Our students accomplish this while also taking advantage of a wide variety of exploratory classes, including Physical Education, Computers, Spanish, Tech Ed, Band, Choir, Drama, and Debate among others. Our co-curricular opportunities, including Math and Science Olympiad, Spelling and Geography Bees, Math Counts, Student Council, and a comprehensive sports program, provide further richness for our students. Learn more about our program offerings. HSMS Parent/Student Handbook
While we have great class offerings, the most up-to-date technology, and a wonderful, state-of-the-art facility, it is the community of people here who are committed to the success of every student that makes the Middle School really special. We have a highly qualified, dedicated staff that strives to provide the best possible education for all students. Parents and community members are supportive and involved as we work to meet the unique developmental needs of young adolescents. Harbor Springs Middle School truly is a special learning community focused on the success of each student.
It is our pleasure to serve and educate you and your family. Please call or stop by the school if you have any questions or would like to learn more about our programs.
Wilfred Cwikiel
Principal
If you would like to learn more about the educational needs of middle school students, I encourage you to visit the National Middle School Association website at www.nmsa.org. Of particular interest is the position paper titled “This We Believe: Successful Schools for Young Adolescents.”
Pictures are needed for 8th grade graduation project. Please get pictures of current 8th graders from when they were in 6th, 7th, or 8th grade and turn them into the office by Friday June 4. Make sure your names are on the back of pictures so they may be returned to you. If possible, it would be helpful to have them on a CD or jump drive.
Would you, could you ride a bike? Share a ride? Would you, could you walk that far? Take the bus? Not drive your car? Give it a try! Join the 1st Annual Smart Commute Emmet! Walk, ride a bike, carpool, or take the bus to school June 7 - 11, 2010. To learn more about Smart Commute Emmet to www.trailscouncil.org.
Current 6th and 7th graders interested in participating in Fall middle school sports, sign-ups for Cross Country, Volleyball, and Football are in the office.
Registration for Fall Travel Soccer - open to 6th- 8th grade girls and boys. Registration deadline is June 10th. Forms are at www.harborsoccer.org. Questions - call Debbie Esposito 526-8751.
Emmet County Sheriff’s Office Boater’s Safety Classes and ORV Class: Call 231 439-8900 to register for any of the classes being held June 5th in Petoskey, June 19th in Oden, June 25th in Bay Harbor, June 26th in Harbor Springs, July 13 in Harbor Springs, July 17 in Oden. ORV class is June 5th in Harbor Springs. Classes are free of charge, but you must be at least 12 years of age for Boater’s Safety and 10 years of age for ORV. See flyer posted in the great hall.
The Young Americans Student Workshops: Students grades 4-12 are invited to sing and perform with the Young Americans for 3 days of workshops, classes and a big show October 7th-9th, 2010. Cost is $50. per student. Registration forms are available at your school office and you may call 526-4886.
HS Boys Basketball Summer Camp will be June 14-17. If you’re interested in improving fundamentals, games and contests, pick up a registration form in the office. Camp will be conducted by HS Staff and high school players. The $25 cost includes a camp T-Shirt. Register by June 7th. For questions call Geoff Morse 526-2280.
HS Pop Warner Football: Registration information forms are available in the office. You must register no later than August 1st to play for the 2010 season.
Detroit Pistons Youth Mini Camp: Registration information sheets were handed out last week. Space is limited so call the Pistons Camp Hotline at 248 377-8653 to register NOW. Camp is at BCHS July 9 and 10 from 9:00am-12:00pm. Boys and girls grades 1-8 are invited; the cost is only $60.
Attention MS Band Members and Parents: The t-shirts have been ordered for the upcoming parades. Please keep track of your shirt between the events! You may begin bringing in your money and give to either Mr. Ruddy or Mrs. Troilo. Shirts are $9.00, checks may be made out to Harbor Springs Bands, if sending cash please put in an envelope marked with students name. Shirts will be handed out on the morning of the Memorial Day Parade. Advance notice, you will also need to wear BLACK pants, shoes and socks.
Attention Parents: Beginning January 1, 2010 the following immunizations are required for all children enrolled in 6th grade:
One dose of meningococcal conjugate vaccine (MCV4) on or after the 11th birthday
Tetanus/diphtheria/acellular pertussis (Tdap) on or after the 11th birthday if 5 years since last dose of tetanus/diphtheria vaccine (DTaP,Td, DT)
Two doses of varicella (Var) or history of chickenpox disease
Save Your Oleson’s Shopping Receipts…and drop them off in the office to support student activities.
After School Study Hall Available Tuesday and Thursday 3:00-4:00.
