**UPDATE:**
I am sending this via email, our app, and on social media, as I did the first letter.
HCS Families,
Our law enforcement partners interviewed the person who launched this issue on social media. What they were able to find out is that the alleged event took place "a few months ago." The person would not provide law enforcement with the name of the student, as he believes the student "accidentally" brought the firearm to school. In addition, officers were provided with no evidence of the event occurring. I am disclosing nothing confidential - all of that is part of a public police report.
Out of an abundance of caution, the sheriff's department facilitated a bag and locker check in the middle school and high school this morning as students were entering. Myself and multiple other administrators and staff members assisted them. Your children were incredibly cooperative, and we found nothing.
Again, if you have any questions, please reach out to me.
Judy Walton
989.539.7871
juwalton@harrisonschools.com
I am sending this via email, our app, and on social media, as I did the first letter.
HCS Families,
Our law enforcement partners interviewed the person who launched this issue on social media. What they were able to find out is that the alleged event took place "a few months ago." The person would not provide law enforcement with the name of the student, as he believes the student "accidentally" brought the firearm to school. In addition, officers were provided with no evidence of the event occurring. I am disclosing nothing confidential - all of that is part of a public police report.
Out of an abundance of caution, the sheriff's department facilitated a bag and locker check in the middle school and high school this morning as students were entering. Myself and multiple other administrators and staff members assisted them. Your children were incredibly cooperative, and we found nothing.
Again, if you have any questions, please reach out to me.
Judy Walton
989.539.7871
juwalton@harrisonschools.com
Please see the attached letter.
Good morning,
I know this week has been frustrating with the weather. You are anxious to get your kids back to learning, and our staff feels the same way. We really miss them!
This morning, we did hope the delay would help road conditions improve, especially as the temperature increased. Unfortunately, as both the bus director and I drove different parts of the district again between 6:30 am and 7:35 am, secondary and back roads in the Arnold Lake area, Long Lake area, Leota, and Dodge City were still not good at all. In addition, even some roads closer to town, specifically Temple, Harrison, and Townline had some issues, too.
As I outlined in my November 21 Scoop with the Supe video, we're not going to place our kids at risk if the roads are not safe for buses to travel on. While some of your neighborhoods or areas may be safe, too many others are not. Bad January weather is not unprecedented -- back in 2019, I think, most schools in Michigan were out for a whole week due to ice and the polar vortex.
I am cautiously optimistic that we will be in school tomorrow, as I look at the forecast. Also, please remember that in our school calendar, Friday is already slotted as a half day for students because it is the end of Semester 1. During the afternoon, teachers will be working on grading and entering report card data. Semester 2 begins next Monday.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to me or your school principal.
In partnership,
Judy Walton, Superintendent
juwalton@harrisonschools.com
989.539.7871
I know this week has been frustrating with the weather. You are anxious to get your kids back to learning, and our staff feels the same way. We really miss them!
This morning, we did hope the delay would help road conditions improve, especially as the temperature increased. Unfortunately, as both the bus director and I drove different parts of the district again between 6:30 am and 7:35 am, secondary and back roads in the Arnold Lake area, Long Lake area, Leota, and Dodge City were still not good at all. In addition, even some roads closer to town, specifically Temple, Harrison, and Townline had some issues, too.
As I outlined in my November 21 Scoop with the Supe video, we're not going to place our kids at risk if the roads are not safe for buses to travel on. While some of your neighborhoods or areas may be safe, too many others are not. Bad January weather is not unprecedented -- back in 2019, I think, most schools in Michigan were out for a whole week due to ice and the polar vortex.
I am cautiously optimistic that we will be in school tomorrow, as I look at the forecast. Also, please remember that in our school calendar, Friday is already slotted as a half day for students because it is the end of Semester 1. During the afternoon, teachers will be working on grading and entering report card data. Semester 2 begins next Monday.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to me or your school principal.
In partnership,
Judy Walton, Superintendent
juwalton@harrisonschools.com
989.539.7871
Flip the calendar page!
Schools tend to celebrate the end of a school year, not the calendar year. But we've got a lot to be proud of in 2025!
To all who celebrate:
Our latest issue of "All the Buzz": https://app.smore.com/n/r4d1k
This morning, Deputy Chinavare conducted an "outside threat mode" lockdown drill across our campuses. This mode would be used for a threat that exists in our community, outside of school. For example, if a local store suffers an armed robbery and the perpetrator was on the loose, we would be placed into this mode by law enforcement. If a class is outside for recess, they are immediately brought back into the building. Learning continues inside the school, and students and staff are free to move around inside the building. However, during this time, we do not open our doors to anyone except law enforcement - no one comes in or goes out, not even staff.
If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to your child's principal.
If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to your child's principal.
Larson Elementary is looking for a Special Education Teacher. Please see job post for application and qualification information.
Stay in and stay warm -- all events and activities slated for after school are canceled.
Due to continuing snow and road conditions, Harrison Community Schools is closed today.
Due to declining road conditions all SPARKS and Ignite programs are cancelled for today, Tuesday, December 9th. Please reach out to Dixie Gabalis at dgabalis@cgresd.net with any questions.
Harrison Community Schools will hold the annual Holiday Dinner on December 23rd from 1 p.m to 4 p.m in the High School Cafeteria. Please see attached flyer for RSVP information.
Harrison Community Schools will hold the annual Holiday Dinner on December 23rd from 1 p.m to 4 p.m in the High School Cafeteria. Please see attached flyer for RSVP information.
Click here for the latest issue of All the Buzz: https://secure.smore.com/n/9wg15
Just a reminder that Wednesday, November 19, is a half day for students. Teachers have professional learning in the afternoon.
Please see today's press release regarding Harrison Community Schools' recent academic gains.
Check out the latest issue of "All the Buzz": https://secure.smore.com/n/p7cza
We value your voice, and would like to hear from you. This survey about our recent bond proposal should take less than five minutes to complete. Please share it with anyone who resides within our school district boundaries. We have posted it online and shared it via email. https://forms.gle/64WHvvrRoCGqoyMu8
Harrison Middle School is looking for a Special Education Teacher. Please see job post for application and job qualification information.
