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Hey Huskies!  We now have an option available to us through Lifetouch called the Community Image Upload.  This enables anyone (teachers, staff, parents, students) with candid shots to directly upload them to the portal.  You must click on the following link https://community.lifetouch.com/invite?code=HEMLOCK-MIDDLE-SCHOOL-26, enter your email, create an account (if you don't already have one) and then upload.  The pictures will then be put in the community section on the portal and Ms. Kris will have access to use them for yearbook or social media purposes.  

You are definitely still welcome to email Ms. Kris at ballou@hemlockps.com with any pictures that you wish to send in, this new Lifetouch portal is just another option for everyone to use. 

Please share either of these options with anyone that would like to send us pictures of our HMS students being amazing! 

VOLLEYBALL VS ITHACA ON 12/1

The 7th grade volleyball teams faced Ithaca in an exciting matchup filled with determination and teamwork.

The B Team came out on top after a hard-fought three-set battle, winning 25-12, dropping the second set 17-25, and bouncing back to take the final set 25-16. Leading the charge was Ella Mapes, who delivered an outstanding performance with 23 points, including 6 aces. Ariana Rodriguez added 15 points, while McKenzie Christian contributed 8 points, helping secure the victory.

The A Team showed resilience in their match, competing in three close sets with scores of 16-25, 23-25, and finishing strong with a 25-14 win in the final set. Hollis Genow led the team with 10 points, including 3 aces, and Avery Thom chipped in 6 points, with 2 aces. Both teams demonstrated great effort and sportsmanship throughout the evening.

8th grade A and B teams won all sets in tonight’s game against Ithaca! 

B team scores: 25-9, 25-9, 25-12

Ivy Coughenour had 10 aces, 2 kills, and 8 digs, Ren Smith had 9 aces, 1 kill, and 4 digs, Emilia Yuvan had 4 aces, 2 assists, 5 kills, and 2 digs. 

A team scores: 25-18, 25-14, 26-19 

Haley Vanderwall had 2 aces, 5 kills, 4 blocks, and 1 dig, Carly Singler had 2 aces, 16 assists, and 8 digs, Addy McFadden had 2 aces, 1 assist, 10 kills, and 13 digs, Kailee Aday had 4 aces, 3 kills, and 3 digs. 

WRESTLING TVC BLUE QUAD ON 12/2

Hemlock Wrestling 4 won against Freeland, Carrollton, John Glenn, & Frankenmuth

Hemlock 47 - Freeland 0

Hemlock 36 - Carrollton 18

Hemlock 18 - John Glenn 9

Hemlock 37 - Frankenmuth 6

Roscoe Barckholtz 4-0 w/ 4 pins, Henry Salowitz 3-0 w/ 3 pins, Sawyer Epley 3-0 w/ 3 pins, Corbin Rugenstein 3-1 w/ 3 pins, Wyatt Wenzel 3-0 w/ 2 pin, 1 tech fall, Conor Smith 2-0 w/ 1 pin, 1 tech fall, Willie Westendorf 2-0 w/ 2 pins, Gabe Weigandt 2-0 w/ 2 pins, Tatum Schmidt 1-1 w/ 1 tech fall, Carson Hodges 1-1 w/ 1 pin

Congratulations to the team. The team was undefeated in duals for the season, with a record of 10-0. We have one more tournament, MS TVC at Bridgeport HS. This Friday, December 5th. Please come out to cheer the wrestlers.

VOLLEYBALL VS FRANKENMUTH ON 12/3

The 7th grade volleyball teams brought the heat against Frankenmuth and came out on top with double victories! Both the A and B Teams showed incredible hustle, teamwork, and energy on the court.

The B Team dominated with scores of 25-15, 25-13, and 25-13. Ella Mapes was on fire, racking up 28 points, including 5 aces! Hannah Wizner added 9 points with 4 aces, and Ariana Rodriguez chipped in 6 points, 3 of them aces. The team’s serving game was unstoppable!

The A Team battled hard and took the match with scores of 25-18, 27-16, and 15-25. Hollis Genow and Maci Reed each scored 6 points, while Brylee Conger added 2 points. Avery Thom was a powerhouse at the net with 6 kills!

Both teams played with amazing energy—lots of hustle, incredible digs, and exciting rallies that kept everyone cheering. Way to go, 7th grade volleyball!

8th grade A and B teams won all sets tonight! 

B team scores: 25-17, 25-19

Emilia Yuvan had 8 aces, 4 assists, 3 kills, and 4 digs, Ren Smith had 3 aces and 4 digs, Ireland Graham has 5 kills and 2 digs. 

A team scores: 25-13, 25-11

Lauren Launstein had 2 aces, 2 kills, 1 block, and 3 digs, Carly Singler had 6 aces, 10 assists, 1 kill, and 5 digs, Anna Hoffman had 1 ace, 1 kill, and 8 digs, Addy McFadden had 6 kills and 6 digs. 

Sent in by Coach Dwenger, Coach Muter and Coach Smith

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Toys for Tots Drive – Help Make a Difference!

This holiday season, don’t forget that we’re proud partners with the Toys for Tots drive! A donation box will be located in the high school lobby for anyone who wishes to contribute. Final day to donate is Monday, December 8.

Help bring hope and joy to children in need by donating a new, unwrapped toy. Every contribution counts! Let’s make this season brighter—for everyone!

We are pleased to share that the High School Legend Weight Room is open and available to both high school and middle school students during our supervised hours with Weight Room Attendant Mr. Robert Knapik.

Open Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday: 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM

                       Saturday: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Please note: Hours are subject to change during shortened school weeks and holiday breaks.

Join us for a festive and fun cookie-decorating workshop!

Location: Hemlock Biggby

Date & Time: Saturday, December 13, 2025 · 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM

Hosted by: Batter Up Bakery / Studio 154 — beginners are welcome!

Learn how to create perfect Christmas cookies decorated with Royal icing in this beginning cookie decorating class taught by Batter Up Bakery!!  A few simple techniques will help you create amazing cookies for Christmas. Take these skills home to decorate cookies for any occasion! Come have fun with us and leave with a plate full of cookies, recipes, and tips and tricks! Hemlock Biggby will have their delicious drinks that pair perfectly with cookies for purchase! 

You’ll leave with: A plate full of beautifully decorated cookies, Recipes + tips & tricks to take home, A cozy drink from Biggby to enjoy while you decorate

Spaces are limited — reserve your seat now before we fill up!

Click Here to Sign Up!

Our Rauchholz Memorial library is a drop-off site for Toys for Tots, so you can drop off any new toys now through December 5th.

Any donations can be brought to the library during our hours of M, Tu, F 9:00 am - 5:00 pm and W & Th 1:00 pm - 8:00 pm.

Celebrate Hometown Holidays with fun activities at the library Thursday, December 4th from 5:30-7:30 PM! We'll have hot cocoa and coffee, holiday treats, fun games and crafts for kids, and more! Open to all ages!

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Stay connected and stay prepared!