Welcome to Harper Creek Middle School

Incoming 5th Grade Orientation 2026

Event Details:

What: 5th Grade Orientation, Where Everyone Belongs, WEB, Day 

When: Friday, August 14, 2026, 8:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Where: Harper Creek Middle School

Who: Incoming 5th Grade Students Only

Transportation Information:

Bus Riders: You will be picked up and dropped off at your posted bus stop at your regular time.

Self-Transport: Drop off and pick up on the east side of the building, between the administration office and the middle school

What You Need to Know:

Dress comfortably. Wear clothing for an active day! 

Leave backpacks, purses, and tote bags at home. 

No cell phones. Cell phones are not allowed during the school day, nor at this event. Students will be allowed to use the school's phone if they need to make a call. 

Questions? 

Call 269-441-4750

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Drive-through Summer Meal Service 

Breakfast & Lunch for Seven Days

Thursday's Only

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12677 Beadle Lake Road

Battle Creek, Michigan

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM 

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Elizabeth chose teaching as her second career, with her first classroom placement being at Valley View Elementary, the school she attended as a child. She eventually joined her children at Wattles Park Elementary. Like her path to becoming a teacher, her path to becoming a parent was also non-traditional.