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High School Calendar
4/9 - SAT (11th Gr.) & PSAT (9th & 10th Gr.)
4/10 - Work Keys Testing (11th Gr.)
4/12 - Prom 6-11pm
4/18 - No School
4/20 - Easter
5/4 - Spring Band Concert @ Richland Park 2pm
5/6 - Love of the Arts Night
5/13 - Seniors Last Day
5/14 - Senior Exam Day
5/15 - Senior Exam Day
5/20 - Baccalaureate 7pm
5/22 - Commencement 7pm
5/25 - Memorial Day
5/26 - No School
6/4 - Exams
6/5 - Exams
6/6 - Exams
6/6 - LAST DAY OF SCHOOL!!
6/13 - High School Office Closed for Summer
Reopens August 4
Clarification for all Junior students: Tomorrow 4/9, the 11th graders will be taking the SAT test. This test is longer than the others and they will be finishing around 12:30-1pm. Once Juniors are finished testing they are allowed to leave for the day.
See Something, Say Something
School safety is a shared responsibility, and the key to maintaining a safe environment lies in our collective vigilance. Whether you're a student, parent, teacher or community member, everyone plays a crucial role in ensuring the well-being of our schools.
Last year's yearbooks (23-24) are ready to be picked up.
Graduates can get theirs in the office.
There are a limited supply of extra books that can be purchased from Mrs. Whitford for $65.
Check it off your list. Order today!
A YEAR AND A YEARBOOK UNLIKE ANY OTHER!
Why wait? With Hemlock’s Early Middle College, students can earn college credits before graduation—saving families thousands while gaining a head start. Even with 2 years of free community college, EMC still leads the pack.
Event Parking
Parking at Hemlock High School to attend games and community events just got an upgrade! We have made some significant parking improvements with more on the way! Check out the aerial map for all the asphalt and gravel lot locations!
We’re thrilled to announce our upcoming Community Resource Night
Come connect with local organizations and learn about a variety of helpful resources available to you and your family. Whether you're looking for support with housing, mental health, finances, school programs, or much more, we've got you covered!
Congratulations to the Hemlock Concert Band on earning a 1st Division rating at their festival performance Monday night! Their tireless preparation paid off with an outstanding performance that earned them the top score available from a panel of judges with a combined 60+ years of teaching and performance experience.
Following their performance, the band got a clinic by both judges, and picked up lots of new tips to be better musicians and even better people.
Prom is THIS Weekend!
Hemlock High School took the courtroom by storm at Law Day’s Mock Trials this morning at the Saginaw County Courthouse. Our defense team didn’t just win their case—they won over the room with their stellar performances.
A huge congratulations to our dynamic team of lawyers (Spence Burns and Emily Premo), the defendant (Ian Fry), and witnesses (Alathea McMillan and Lily Clark), and shout out to Lyli-Ann Torchia who led the SCC color guard to open the award ceremony.
An extra round of applause for Mr. Sysak, who was honored with the Golden Apple Award from the Saginaw County Bar Association for his dedication as Hemlock’s Mock Trial coach. Well deserved!
The Freshman are at it again! Take a peak at what they have been up to!
Move, Play, Thrive
Freshman health class isn’t just about learning healthy habits, it’s about living them. From teamwork to movement, our students are staying active, engaged, and having a blast while they build lifelong wellness skills. Because at Hemlock, we know that play isn’t just fun—it’s essential!
Join Us for a #Huskietastic Earth Day at Hemlock. We're transforming the Bill Agresta Cross Country Course into a community gem, and we need YOU. On April 22, 2025, students and volunteers will come together to revitalize this beloved course with tasks like clearing paths, planting grass, and installing new signage. Sign up now to help make a difference!
We wrapped up an exciting and challenging final day at the Michigan State Championship. Although we faced tough losses in our first two Playoff Matches and ultimately were eliminated, it was a great opportunity to work alongside our alliance partners @frc2834 and @cometsrobotics. Hemlock’s Gray Matter is proud to have received the Team Sustainability Award, which honors teams committed to long-term impact through environmentally conscious and sustainable practices.
It was an honor to compete on the Hemlock Semiconductor Field this weekend. We’re also excited to announce that we’ve officially qualified for the FIRST World Championship in Houston, Texas, taking place April 16-19. Go Gray Matter!!
Co-Op Corner & Summer Jobs
Any junior that is interested in becoming a co-op student next fall, we will have a meeting in Mrs Lockwood's room THIS Friday during seventh hour. If you have any conflicts with this, please let me know and I can share information with you at a later time.
COOP application is due by Friday!
2025-2026 Co-Op Opportunities:
Dow Credit Union (Midland)
Recruiting for Summer Temp employees is in full swing!! This is a non-CDL, temporary position that will start at the beginning of May (we can be flexible!). If you know anyone at least 18 years of age who is graduating high school, currently in college/trade school, or maybe just isn't sure what direction in the workforce they want to take just yet, Apply with us today!!
*(4) 10-hour day work schedule (NO FRIDAYS!!)
*Maintenance & Sign Shop Temps start at $13/hr.
*Engineering Temps start at $15.50/hr.
Follow the link below to view the full job description!
https://www.scrc-mi.org/employment/
Attention Seniors!!
Cap & Gowns are available to order at the Jostens website. Caps and gowns will be sent to the school any additional purchases made will be sent to your residence.
4/9 - Testing Assignment (Mr. Boros)
4/12 - Prom @ Golden Glow 6-11pm
4/18 - No School
5/4 - Spring Band Concert
5/13 - Seniors Last Day
7:50 - 9:15 Student Council Activity
9:30 - 10:30 Senior Awards
10:30-11 Cap & Gown Distribution
11 Senior Walk Through
11:30 St. Peter Senior Walk Through
12 pm Senior Picnic at the Park
5/14-5/15 - Senior Exam Days
5/20 - Baccalaureate 7pm
5/22 - Commencement Rehearsal 9am, COMMENCEMENT 7pm
2025 Senior Photo
Yearbook Announcement!!
Yearbook Photo Requirements
All electronic photos must be a minimum 300-400 dpi jpg or jpeg format.
Note: ONLY those photos meeting the above guidelines will be accepted
for inclusion in the yearbook pages. Otherwise, we will use the student’s
Lifetouch photo, or the student will be listed as “not pictured”.
PLEASE! Also turn in a baby/toddler photo and additional photos of
you and your friend groups to be used during the senior video.
Email or bring to Mrs. Whitford and she will scan them.
One last thing! Seniors please send Mrs. Whitford your favorite “school
appropriate quote” to be used in the yearbook.
Yearbook photos may be submitted online using the link below OR
email them to Mrs. Whitford (whitford@hemlockps.com).
Scholarship Opportunities
The Michigan Bean Commission and Michigan Bean Festival, a non-profit organization, each year hold a scholarship contest and select two young women to represent the Michigan Dry Bean Industry. The 1st place winner receives the title of Michigan Bean Queen and a college scholarship worth $1,250. The First Runner-Up will receive a college scholarship worth $750. Deadline is July 31, 2025!
Hey, What's for Lunch?
We are thrilled to announce that thanks to the Michigan School Meals Program, EVERY child at Hemlock Public School District, pre-K through 12th grade, will now be able to enjoy a delicious and nutritious breakfast and lunch for FREE!
Not only will this amazing program lighten the load on your wallet (we all know kids can eat their way through a pantry), but it'll save you precious time in the morning.
Now, here's the nitty-gritty: Although the meals are free, we do need all our parents to fill out the new free/reduced lunch application. This data is super important as it helps secure state and federal funding for this fantastic initiative.
Here's to full bellies, vibrant minds, and the #huskietastic school year ahead!
To add funds to your student's account for a la carte items, please use the following link:
Huskie Swag
No matter the season you can always have Huskie gear at your fingertips! Customizable merchandise from the BSN Sideline store!
Sports Info & Results
Click the link below to view all sports schedules:
Buy Tickets/Passes
Live Stream
Attention Hemlock fans! There are now TWO ways to watch your Huskies, you can live stream on NFHS or HUDL! Click the pictures below to get started:
Softball Giving Back
Operation Easter Egg Hunt Prep!
Last week our lady Huskies assisted a generous friend & his family by helping to fill the rest of their 25,000 eggs for the upcoming Community Easter Egg Hunt!
Thank you, Mr. DJ Sysak for the use of your indoor practice facility & thank you Lady Huskies for giving back!
The Hemlock Sports Boosters need YOUR help to make Spring Sports Concessions a success! Volunteers play a crucial role in fundraising for our school's athletics programs.
Sign up here: Concessions Sign Up
Signing ALERT!!!
Landon Zastrow Signing - 4/11 at 11:30 in the theater
Senior Athletes
If you are a student-athlete who is going to play NJCAA, NAIA, NCAA D1, 2 or 3 varsity athletics next Fall in College, please make sure to notify Athletic Director Mrs. Pohl (pohl@hemlockps.com) so that we can arrange for your signing day event!
Results
4/3 - Varsity Girls Soccer
Tonight we made a small formation change and while that could have caused confusion, it created more possession and scoring chances. The girls responded positively and were eager to put numbers on the scoreboard. Izzy Curry played a huge role with 2 assists and 10 scoring chances created. Izzy Krueger scored her 1st goal of the season and Maycee Vanderwall netted her 1st career varsity goal to finish off the scoring. Our defense led by Lexie Rump stood strong, and goalkeeper Taryn Pratt made 3 saves in her 1st varsity shutout.
4/3 - Varsity Girls Soccer
Tonight we made a small formation change and while that could have caused confusion, it created more possession and scoring chances. The girls responded positively and were eager to put numbers on the scoreboard. Izzy Curry played a huge role with 2 assists and 10 scoring chances created. Izzy Krueger scored her 1st goal of the season and Maycee Vanderwall netted her 1st career varsity goal to finish off the scoring. Our defense led by Lexie Rump stood strong, and goalkeeper Taryn Pratt made 3 saves in her 1st varsity shutout.
4/4 - Varsity Tennis
Hemlock Girls Tennis Defeated Mt Pleasant HS 7-1 Friday night, in cold temperatures
Singles
Carly Siler Lost, 5-7, 2-6
Victoria Hauffe, WON 6-1, 6-2
Anna Nurnberg, WON 6-1, 6-2
Lindsey Tausch, WON 6-1, 6-0
Doubles
Claire Beck & Allie Watson, WON 6-4, 4-6. 6-2
Bree Bierman & Lily Wenzel, WON 6-3, 6-0
Alathea McMillan & Olivia Chasnis, WON 6-0, 6-1
Kennedy Krabill & Emilee Strzynski, WON 6-1, 6-4
4/7 Varsity Soccer
Hemlock 1, Swan Valley 0
It was another cold weather game and the team made the best of it. After battling through a tight scoreless 1st half where we were playing into the wind, we gained more control of the game in the 2nd. Delta college signee Izzy Curry scored the lone goal of the game unassisted. Taryn Pratt logged 10 saves in her 2nd shutout of the season.
4/8 Varsity Softball
Hemlock vs. Carrollton
Game 1 W 15-0
Offensively the Lady Huskies were led by Brooke Gustin with 5 RBI's. Gustin hit a sacrifice fly in the second scoring two, walked in the second scoring one, and doubled in the third scoring two,. Carley Noyes went 3-for-3 at the plate to lead the team with hits as well as earning the first win of the season allowing zero hits and zero runs over three innings while striking out 7. Hemlock ended with 7 hits by Carley Noyes 3-3, 3 RBI's, Addison Stockford (2B, 1 RBI), Brooke Gustin (2B, Sac) Laci Harry (2RBI's), and Natalie McQueen (2B, 2 RBI's).
Game 2 W 15-0
Audrey Vasher earned the win for Hemlock surrendering zero hits, zero runs, striking out seven and walking one. The Lady Huskies jumped out with a 3 run lead in the first inning then added 12 more in the second. Hemlock's offense was led by Lillian Martinez (3B, 2B), Klaira Salo (3B, 2 RBI's), Lyndsey Lyscas (2RBI's), Laci Harry (2RBI's),
4/8 Varsity Baseball
Game 1 vs Carrollton
Hemlock 20 - Carrollton 3
Winning Pitcher: Dawson Doan
- 5 k’s & 1 Earned Run
Top Hitters:
Dawson Doan - 2 hits (Grand Slam, Single), 6 RBI, 2 BB
Landon Zastrow - 2 Hits, 4 RBI
Gavin Schmidt - 2 Hits, 1 RBI
Bentley Baumer - 2 Hits, 1 RBI
Game 2 vs Carrollton
Hemlock 10 - Carrollton 2
Winning Pitcher: Blake Willman
- 10 K’s & 2 Earned Runs
Top Hitters:
Gavin Schmidt - 2 Hits (Double, Single), 4 RBI
Mitchell Radosa- 2 Hits,1 RBI
Chad Brown - 2 Hits, 1 RBI
Lets Be Healthy Huskies
We have partnered with Maple Leaf Counseling Services to create seamless accessibility to pre-arranged mental health supports for students on our campus during the school day. Maple Leaf Counseling Services offer intensive therapeutic counseling provided by licensed professionals. They currently accept the following insurances:
Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Blue Care Network, Am Better, Aetna, ASR, HAP, Priority Health, McLaren Advantage, McLaren Commercial, McLaren Medicare, Priority Health Medicare, McLaren Medicaid, Blue Cross Complete Medicaid, Medicare Plus Blue
For more information or if you are interested in enrolling your student in these services, contact Maple Leaf Counseling Services at (989)220-3060 or Danielle Perry at (989)642-9311.
The Saginaw Health Department is organizing a Used Prom Dress Shop to support girls in need by providing free prom attire and accessories. They are currently seeking donations of gently used prom dresses, shoes, and accessories to help make this event a success.
Donation Details: Drop-off Location: Saginaw Health Department, Room 509 Days: Monday – Thursday Time: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
All donated items will be available at no cost to girls in need, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to enjoy their special night.
The Saginaw Health Department is organizing a Used Prom Dress Shop to support girls in need by providing free prom attire and accessories. They are currently seeking donations of gently used prom dresses, shoes, and accessories to help make this event a success.
Donation Details: Drop-off Location: Saginaw Health Department, Room 509 Days: Monday – Thursday Time: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
All donated items will be available at no cost to girls in need, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to enjoy their special night.
