Student Handbook
This handbook is intended for use by students, parents, and staff as a guide to the rules, procedures, and general information about the District. The use of the word “parent” in this handbook means a student’s natural or adoptive parent or legal guardian. Students and their parents are responsible for familiarizing themselves with this handbook, and parents should use the handbook as a resource to assist their students with following its rules and procedures.
Students must comply with all school policies, regulations, rules, and expectations. The use of the word “Policy” in this handbook includes bylaws or policies adopted by the Board of Education. Although the information in this handbook is comprehensive, it is not intended to address every situation that may arise during a school day or school year. This handbook does not create a contract between the District and parents, students, or staff. The administration is responsible for interpreting the rules contained in the handbook to ensure the implementation of the school’s educational program and the well-being of all students. If a situation arises that is not specifically addressed by this handbook, the administration may respond based on applicable law and policy.
The rules and information provided in this handbook may be supplemented or amended by the administration at any time, consistent with applicable law and policy.
Important Information
District Website
Board Policies
Addresses
Harper Creek High School 12677 Beadle Lake Road, Battle Creek, MI 49014
Harper Creek Middle School 7290 B Drive North, Battle Creek, MI 49014
Beadle Lake Elementary School 8175 C Drive North, Battle Creek, MI 49014
Sonoma Elementary School 4640 B Drive South, Battle Creek, MI 49015
Wattles Park Elementary School 132 South Wattles Road, Battle Creek, MI 49014
Contact Information
District Main Office: 269-441-6550
Fax: 269-979-5310
Student Services: 269-441-6577
Transportation: 269-441-6591
Athletics: 269-441-8462
Harper Creek High School 269-441-9450 Attendance Line: 269-441-8477
Harper Creek Middle School 269-441-4750 Attendance Line: 269-441-4749
Beadle Lake Elementary School 269-441-3250 Attendance Line: 269-441-3255
Sonoma Elementary School 269-441-7800 Attendance Line: 269-441-7805
Wattles Park Elementary School 269-441-5850 Attendance Line: 269-441-5855
Administration
Superintendent: Rob Ridgeway
Assistant Superintendent: Jaym Abraham
Special Education Director: Eric LaFleur
Athletic Director: Melissa Feasel
Transportation Director: Stacy Hendon
High School Principal: Stefanie Howard
High School Vice Principal: Joe Yurisich
Harper Creek Center for Academic Achievement Administrator: Kris Meeker
Middle School Principal: Kim Thayer
Middle School Vice Principal, 5th and 6th Grades: Kevin Faraci
Middle School Vice Principal, 7th and 8th Grades: Jason O’Farrell
Beadle Lake Elementary School Principal: Nneka Daniels
Sonoma Elementary School Principal: Lindsey Cook
Wattles Park Elementary School Principal: Brent Swan
District Calendar
Monday, August 18 Secondary Meet the Teacher Night 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Tuesday, August 19 Elementary Meet the Teacher Night 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Wednesday, August 20 First Day of School
Wednesday, August 27 Early Release
Friday, August 29 No School
Monday, September 1 No School, Labor Day
Wednesday, September 3 Early Release
Wednesday, September 10 Early Release
Wednesday, September 17 Early Release
Wednesday, September 24 Early Release
Wednesday, October 1 Early Release
Friday, October 3 Homecoming
Wednesday, October 8 Early Release
Friday, October 10 End of Middle School Quarter
Monday, October 13 No School
Tuesday, October 14 No School
Wednesday, October 15 Early Release
Wednesday, October 22 Early Release
Wednesday, October 29 Early Release
Tuesday, November 4 No School
Wednesday, November 5 Early Release
Friday, November 7 Half Day of School
Friday, November 7 End of Elementary Trimester
Wednesday, November 12 Early Release
Wednesday, November 19 Early Release
Wednesday, November 26, - Friday, November 28, No School – Thanksgiving Break
Wednesday, December 3 Early Release
Wednesday, December 10 Early Release
Wednesday, December 17 Early Release
Monday, December 22 - Friday, January 2 – Winter Break, No School
Wednesday, January 7 Early Release
Wednesday, January 14 Early Release
Thursday, January 15 ½ Day of School
Friday, January 16 ½ Day of School
Friday, January 16 End of Second Quarter, First Semester – Middle and High School
Monday, January 19 No School
Tuesday, January 20 First Day of School, Second Semester/Third Quarter
Wednesday, January 21 Early Release
Wednesday, January 28 Early Release
Wednesday, February 4 Early Release
Wednesday, February 11 Early Release
Friday, February 13 Half Day of School
Friday, February 13 End of Second Trimester, Elementary
Monday, February 16 No School
Wednesday, February 18 Early Release
Wednesday, February 25 Early Release
Wednesday, March 4 Early Release
Wednesday, March 11 Early Release
Wednesday, March 18 Early Release
Friday, March 20 End of Third Quarter, Middle School
Wednesday, March 25 Early Release
Friday, March 27 – Friday, April 3 No School – Spring Break
Wednesday, April 8 Early Release
Wednesday, April 15 Early Release
Wednesday, April 22 Early Release
Wednesday, April 29 Early Release
Wednesday, May 6 Early Release
Wednesday, May 13 Early Release
Wednesday, May 20 Early Release
Monday, May 25 No School – Memorial Day
Wednesday, May 27 Early Release
Friday, May 29 Commencement
Wednesday, June 3 Half Day of School
Thursday, June 4 Half Day of School, Last Day of School
End of Quarter, End of Trimester, End of Semester
2025 - 2026 Daily Schedule
Harper Creek High School Student Hours 7:45 a.m. – 2:50 p.m.
Harper Creek High School Early Release Student Hours 7:45 a.m. – 1:40 p.m.
Harper Creek High School Half Day Student Hours 7:45 a.m. – 10:50 a.m.
School staff will supervise students on school grounds 20 minutes before the school day begins and 20 minutes after the school day ends. Unless students are participating in a school activity, school staff will not provide supervision before or after these times.
Harper Creek Middle School Student Hours 7:40 a.m. – 2:40 p.m.
Harper Creek Middle School Early Release Student Hours 7:40 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Harper Creek Middle School Half Day Student Hours 7:40 a.m. – 10:43 a.m.
School staff will supervise students on school grounds 40 minutes before the school day begins and 20 minutes after the school day ends. Unless students are participating in a school activity, school staff will not provide supervision before or after these times.
Harper Creek Elementary Student Hours 8:50 a.m. – 3:45 p.m.
Harper Creek Elementary Early Release Student Hours 8:50 a.m. – 2:35 p.m.
Harper Creek Elementary Half Day Student Hours 8:50 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
School staff will supervise students on school grounds 10 minutes before the school day begins and 5 minutes after the school day ends. Unless students are participating in a school activity, school staff will not provide supervision before or after these times.
