Welcome to
Harbor Springs Middle School
School Office
231-526-4700
Attendance Line
231-526-4770
Records Requests for 3rd – 8th Grade
vmathews@harborps.org (no fax line)
Harbor Springs Middle School
800 State Road
Harbor Springs, MI 49740
At HSMS we are dedicated to supporting students as they explore and discover the world around them. We strive to provide experiences for students to think creatively, work collaboratively, and build skill sets that will prepare them for their futures. Please reach out to our teachers or administrative staff if you have questions, concerns, or suggestions. We are happy to help and look forward to speaking with you.
Sincerely,
Heather Keiser, Principal
PBIS Schedule
Today is our March PBIS event. There will be activities offered for 7th–8th graders at the high school (not with high school students), so we will have a 2:50 shuttle available so kids can return to the middle school, if necessary, for pickup.
Spring Break
School will not be in session Friday, March 22 through Monday, April 1. School resumes on April 2.
Michigan Hero Essay Contest Winners
Three of our 8th grade students were recognized this week for their outstanding essays in the Farm Bureau Insurance Michigan Hero Essay Contest. Makayla Beach earned third place, Lillian McShannock took second, and Hadley Flynn won first place and will go on to compete with other students around Michigan for the state prize. Congratulations to our wonderful writers!
Caffeine Pods
The newest trend with our students is purchasing Mojo energy pouches, which are little caffeine pouches they put in their mouth like tobacco. We are not allowing this at school. Please talk to your children about the effects of caffeine on their growing and developing bodies and the importance of health and safety.
Ram Wellness Advisory Council
Interested in joining the Ram Wellness Community Advisory Council? The CAC consists of wellness program staff, school administrators, parents, and community members who provide input on our policies and services to support the health needs of Harbor Springs students. Click here for more details.
Middle School Yearbooks
Order at www.treering.com/validate. Enter our school passcode: 1016959269411062
The deadline for ordering is April 19. You have the option to create 2 free custom pages for your child. These 2 pages will print only in your child’s yearbook. Custom pages can include club/rec/travel sports, vacations, camps, hobbies, clubs, and any other memories you want! The price for the yearbook is $21.33. Click here for more details.
Harbor Soles Running Club: Girls in Grades 3-5
Practices start April 9, 2024 and will be on Tuesdays from 3:30 – 5:30. Click here for registration information.
Track Sign-Ups
Track sign-ups for 7th and 8th grade students are in the office. Track practice begins after spring break. Students must have a current physical on file to participate.
Community Events:
● Harbor Soccer Website: Spring soccer registration is now open! Email Harbor Soccer at harborsoccer1@gmail.com with questions. Please note it is primarily for 3-8 grade. Boy Scouts Registration, Ages 11-17
● NCMC Summer Learning Academy, June 24 – August 15
● Talent Showcase seeking acts to support Kids Coalition Against Hunger
○ Sign up for PGA Junior League
○ Sign up for General Program
● Char-Em ISD Career and Technical Education Summer Camps
Click the links below for details about each camp. Registration for all camps opens on April 15, 2024. All courses are for students in current grades (2023-24 school year, not next school year).
- Career Academy for Kids: June 18-20, 2024; 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. daily; Harbor Springs High School, Boyne City Middle School and Pellston High School ; 2nd-8th graders; $100
- Construction Technology Academy: June 18-20, 2024; 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. daily; Petoskey High School Building Trades Class; 6th-10th graders; $100
- Lineworker Training Academy: June 18-20, 2024 ; 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. daily; Boyne City Middle School and training yard; 8-11th graders; $100.
- Public Safety Academy: June 18-20, 2024 ; 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. daily; Harbor Springs High School; 8-11th graders; $100.
- Welding Academy: Two, three-day camps (choose one) June 18-20 or June 25-27, 2024; 9:00 am- 2:00 pm daily; East Jordan High School; 8th-11th graders; $150.
- REGISTRATION: Registration link for all camps will be active at 9 a.m. April 15:
- https://campscui.active.com/orgs/CharlevoixEmmetIntermediateSchoolDistrict
Planning Ahead:
● March 22 – April 1: Spring Break, all grades
● April 8-26: M-STEP Testing, grades 5-8
● April 10: PSAT Testing, grade 8
● May 7: TOPONexus Career Pathways Activity, grade 8
● May 13-22: iReady Testing, grades 5-7
● May 23: Lansing Trip, grade 5
● May 29-31: Chicago Trip, grade 8
● June 6: Half Day of School, all grades
● June 7: Last Day of School 11:00 Dismissal, all grades
● June 7: Eighth Grade Recognition Celebration, 8:30-10:00 AM
Previous and Archived Announcements
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