Harper Creek Community Schools is proud to announce that the district’s outdoor athletic complex will be officially named the Ed Greenman Athletic Facility, in recognition of Mr. Greenman’s remarkable career and lasting impact as a coach, athletic director, and principal.
The dedication ceremony will take place on Thursday, August 28, prior to the varsity football home opener against Lakeview High School. The ceremony will begin at 7:00 p.m., with a community reception hosted by the Athletic Department from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. near the soccer field. All well-wishers are welcome to attend; hors d’oeuvres will be served.
Ed Greenman began his career at Harper Creek in 1985 as the adult education coordinator and varsity football coach. Over the course of his 30-year tenure as head football coach (1985–2014), Greenman built one of the most successful programs in the region, compiling an impressive 203–108 record. Under his leadership, the Harper Creek football team achieved:
18 MHSAA playoff appearances
11 conference championships
5 district titles
4 regional championships
6 undefeated regular seasons (1988, 1994–1996, 2000, 2011)
Four Final Four finishes
Beyond the football field, Mr. Greenman served as Harper Creek’s athletic director, where he played a key role in the 2008 renovation and expansion of the athletic complex. He later transitioned into school administration, serving as high school principal until his retirement in June 2025.
Harper Creek Community Schools invites family, friends, colleagues, coaches, and former athletes to join in celebrating Ed Greenman’s incredible legacy at this special dedication event.
For more information, please contact the Harper Creek Athletic Department.
Athletic Director Melissa Feasel - (269) 441-8461 or FeaselM@harpercreek.net
It's Time for Countdown to DK/Kindergarten 2026 February 19, 2026
Welcome to Harper Creek Community Schools! Our Developmental Kindergarten and Kindergarten programs offer a safe, caring, and engaging start to your child’s education. We look forward to partnering with you to Educate, Empower, and Equip students for life.
Countdown to Kindergarten is for children who will be attending DK or Kindergarten in the 2026 - 2027 school year. Two sessions will be held at each of the Harper Creek Community Schools' elementary schools. Join us:
Tuesday, March 3, 6:00 - 7:00 PM
and
Tuesday, April 7, 6:00 - 7:00 PM
Harper's Unsung Hero - Lesa Kenney February 18, 2026
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 February 11, 2026
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 December 17, 2025
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 December 3, 2025
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.
