Our third batch of honorees for exemplifying our Guiding Belief of Neighborliness: Hannah McGahey (Larson), Todd Palmer (MS), Chelsea Overholt (MS), Megan Woodbury (Larson), Lisa Cooper (CGRESD), and Karie Cohee (Larson).
Our second batch of recipients who received recognition for exemplifying our Guiding Belief of Neighborliness: Heather Jensen (Larson), Allison Fuller (Larson), Ben Good (HS Hive), Dawn Evans (HS), Kelli Whitaker (Transportation), and Matt Wyatt (HS).
Originally set in place to celebrate George Washington, Presidents Day now is broadened to all individuals who have served in the role.
We are celebrating our first batch of recipients being recognized for our Guiding Belief of Neighborliness (We believe in being welcoming and inviting to each person who walks through our doors. We also believe in being a good neighbor beyond our schools' walls, actively engaged with our local community, and instilling a sense of civic pride and responsibility):
Eli Hayes (MS/HS), Sue Szott (Larson), Cindy Scare (PreK), Amy Romanowski (Larson), Kyle Ash (MS), and Samuree Driver (PreK).
Due to the blowing snow, we have some roads that are impassable and not safe for our kids or busses. Harrison Community Schools will be closed today, Monday, February 17th.
Kudos to our cheer team, Coach Haskin, Assistant Coach Battle, and Volunteer Coach Taylor. As Coach Haskin stated, "Today our season came to a close. Today I watched this team score the highest they’ve ever scored. I watched them work completely as a team. I read comments from judges “holy moly Harrison” “yes that’s Harrison”. I watched these girls leave their heart and soul on the mat. We did not end today the way we wanted. But we ended today with the sense of accomplishment. We have continued to improve and work together." Let’s go blue 💙💛
Harrison Community Schools is looking for a Varsity Volleyball Coach. Please see job post for qualifications and application information.
We would like to invite members of the community, students, NHS members, and members of administration to Harrison Community School's Wellness and School Based Health Clinic meeting.
Held February 19, 2025
at Harrison Middle School. Room 401 at 3:30 p.m.
Please use this link to access our latest issue of "All the Buzz": https://secure.smore.com/n/egb27
Given the snowfall that has already occurred, and looking at what is projected, Harrison Community Schools will be closed on Thursday, February 13.
Good morning,
We have just completed one of our required lockdown drills on all campuses. We appreciate the participation of law enforcement from across the region in this important work, especially in scheduling and coordinating their schedules. Kudos to Deputy Chinavare for his organization of the same.
Please take time this evening to touch base with your child around the drill. Especially with younger children, the drills may cause stress or anxiety. If there are questions we can help you with, please reach out to your building principal or myself.
Judy Walton, Superintendent
juwalton@harrisonschools.com
989.539.7871
Restorative practices have been part of alternative discipline in schools for at least the last 8-9 years, when Governor Snyder signed PA 361 in 2016. While many of our staff have been trained over time in various places, we committed in our Strategic Plan to a day of training for all staff this school year.
Last Friday, we were able to bring together playground aides, interventists, teachers, counselors, paraprofessionals, social workers, bus drivers, office staff, behavior specialists, and administrators across four sites. Trainers included Sandy Hargraves, Nick Winters, Stacey VanAntwerp, and Judy Walton, all who have been trained as trainers. Co-trainers included Andrea Andera, Sarah Morris, Jennifer Thrush, Amanda Dolan, and Melody Lake.
Topics included community building, fair practices, affective statements, and use of restorative circles.
Hornet Pride! Principal Joe Ashcroft and Social Worker Kasie Cooper applied for a competitive grant to better support high school students, and their efforts have been rewarded. Well done!
https://www.michigan.gov/mde/news-and-information/press-releases/2025/02/06/stronger-connections-grant-program
Reminder: no school for students on Friday, February 7 and Monday, February 10.
This week especially, we celebrate our school counselors - Deana Houghton-Jesko and Sarah Morris - during National School Counseling Week 2025! 🎉
School Counselors:
◼Teach lessons on growth mindset, personal safety, college and job planning, emotional regulation, conflict resolution, study skills, and so much more!
◼Support friendships and help with conflicts
◼Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and families
◼Help students to regulate their big emotions
During the afternoon today, our teachers met in either grade level or content area teams.This block of time together is crucial for professional growth and to continue to enhance high-quality teaching and learning for all. We appreciate your support, as we know half days may require additional childcare for many families.
Tomorrow, Wednesday, January 29th, is a half day of school. Early Childhood (GSRP) Preschool will be released at 11:20 a.m. Larson students will be released at 11:40 a.m. Middle School, High School and Hive students will be released at 11:30 a.m. If your students ride the bus home from school, please plan on them arriving approximately 3 hours and 20 minutes earlier then they are normally dropped off on a regular school day. Afternoon CTE is still in session and transportation will be provided to and from the High School but will need transportation home.
In honor of Irene Miller and all others.
A big Hornet welcome to our new School Resource Officer, Deputy Jim Chinavare. As you see Deputy Chinavare in and around our schools, feel free to say hello and introduce yourself.
In looking at forecasted wind chill temps for tomorrow morning, we do not believe it will be safe at bus stops, even with a two-hour delay. We will be closed on Wednesday, January 22.
