HCCS News & Announcements

Beaveriety is Back!

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 14:40:00 GMT

After several years away, the Beaveriety Talent Show is returning to Harper Creek, inviting everyone in the community to showcase their skills. With open auditions and a spirit of togetherness, the event aims to celebrate wide-ranging talents while supporting performing arts programs. Auditions will be held on Thursday, April 16, from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM at the Harper Creek High School auditorium.

Harper's Unsung Hero - Lindsey Cook

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 15:30:00 GMT

Lindsey has evolved as an educator, taking on various roles, including early childhood teacher, first-grade teacher, fourth-grade teacher, and virtual English teacher for non-English learners. During and after the pandemic, she began to take on several leadership roles, which eventually led to her transition from teacher to administrator

Harper's Unsung Hero - Lesa Kenney

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Lesa’s passion for music as a child led her to pursue a teaching degree. She was inspired by middle school music teachers and knew that she also wanted to be a music teacher. Although she couldn’t become a music teacher, she still completed her degree at WMU to become a teacher.

Harper's Unsung Hero - Dennis McKeen

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Dennis developed a passion for theater as a student at Battle Creek Central High School. He was fortunate enough to enjoy a long career, writing, acting, and directing shows in various venues. A few years after retiring from the theatre industry, he signed on to be a district sub for Harper Creek. He and our other district subs are of great value to our day-to-day operations, helping out wherever they are needed.

Harper's Unsung Heroes - Stefanie Howard

Wed, 17 Dec 2025 13:00:00 GMT

Stefanie attended Harper Creek Schools starting in 1st Grade, all the way through high school graduation. She developed a love for school as a young student at Beadle Lake Elementary. Upon graduation, she started at MSU with hopes of earning a marketing degree, but this didn’t last long. She quickly switched her focus to education. Her teaching career began in Houston, but she would eventually return home.

Harper's Unsung Hero - Matt Bilger

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 14:00:00 GMT

Matt grew up in the Bilger family, the second of four children. He was different than his siblings, the first in his family to participate in athletics. Through these differences, Matt has been able to find his own niche as a teacher and a coach. He has developed a passion for his career, making an impact on current and former Harper Creek students.

Harper's Unsung Hero - Karen Westlake

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 14:30:00 GMT

Karen spent her career seeing the world working in the airline industry. The experiences as an airline attendant provided a lifetime of memories. Looking for an opportunity to get out of the house each day, a few decades after retiring, Karen joined the Harper Creek family a year ago as a lunch and recess aide.

HCHS Yearbook Field Trip to Western Michigan University

Thu, 02 Oct 2025 13:45:00 GMT

The HCHS yearbook staff attended a workshop at WMU.

Equestrian Teams are Triumphant

Wed, 01 Oct 2025 14:30:00 GMT

Harper Creek High School and Middle School Equestrian teams bring home championships!

Harper Creek Outdoor Athletic Complex to be Named in Honor of Ed Greeman

Tue, 12 Aug 2025 13:45:00 GMT

HCCS to officially name the outdoor athletic complex the Ed Greenman Athletic Facility. Join us for the community reception on Thursday, August 28.

Harper Creek Middle School STEAM Teacher Grant Recipient

Tue, 20 May 2025 16:10:00 GMT

Seventh-grade students at Harper Creek Middle School are getting hands-on engineering experience thanks to a mini-grant awarded to STEAM teacher Erica Jenkins.