Welcome to Ypsilanti Community Middle School
235 Spencer Lane
Ypsilanti, MI 48198
Phone: 734-221-1500
Fax: 734-221-2203
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27 Oct.
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PTO Meeting 5:30 PM to 6:30 PMPTO MeetingDate: Oct 27Time: 5:30 PM to 6:30 PMCalendar: Middle School-YCMS
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30 Oct.
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Fall Break-No SchoolDate: Oct 30Calendar: Middle School-YCMS
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2 Nov.
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Fall Break-No SchoolDate: Nov 2Calendar: Middle School-YCMS
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3 Nov.
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No School-PD DayDate: Nov 3Calendar: Middle School-YCMS
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5 Nov.
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Family STEM & Math Night 6:00 PM to 7:30 PMFamily STEM & Math NightDate: Nov 5Time: 6:00 PM to 7:30 PMCalendar: Middle School-YCMS
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6 Nov.
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Picture Retake Day 8:00 AM to 10:00 AMPicture Retake DayDate: Nov 6Time: 8:00 AM to 10:00 AMCalendar: Middle School-YCMS
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News You Can Use
Check out the YCMS Principal's Corner for the latest from the desk of Mr. Davis
Dear YCMS Parents and Guardians,
October brings exciting activities and important dates for our scholars and families. Please review the information below and mark your calendars!
First-Quarter Honor Roll Assembly — Friday, October 23
We look forward to recognizing scholars for their academic achievement and hard work during the first marking period.
Wrestling Sign-Up — Now Open (Please get your scholar a athletic physical to participate.)
Wrestling registration began October 15 and is open to boys and girls in grades 6–8. Please contact Coach Carter at Cgcarter734@yahoo.com to sign up.
Boys Basketball Tryouts — Monday, October 26 | 2:45 p.m.
Scholars must have an athletic physical to participate in tryouts. Please take care of this requirement as soon as possible. Scholars should see Mr. Naeem to sign up.
Important Dates
GRIZZLY NATION
Welcome to the 26-27 School Year
Wednesday 10/21 Half day release @ 10:45
Wednesday 10/21 Parent Teacher conferences
Thursday 10/22 Half day release @ 10:45
Thursday 10/22 Parent Teacher conferences
Thursday 10/29 Halloween Party
Thursday 10/29 Half day release @ 10:45
Friday 10/30 No School-Fall Break
Monday 11/2 No school-Fall Break
Tuesday 11/3 No School-Election Day
Thursday 11/5 Family STEM & Math Night
Friday 11/6 Picture Retake Day
GRIZZLY SPORTS WEEKLY
Week October 12-October 16
Monday 10/19 Volleyball vs Saline 4:15/5:30
Tuesday 10/20 Soccer @ Lincoln 5:30
Tuesday 10/20 Football @Pinckney 5:30
Wednesday 10/21 Volleyball @ Parkside Jackson 4:15/5:30
SPORTS TRYOUT AND SIGN UP INFORMATION
Basketball, Wrestling, and Cheer tryouts/sign ups are happening now!
Halloween Party & Fall Break
Ypsilanti Community Middle School (YCMS) Halloween Party
The party is Thursday, October 29, from 9:00–10:30 a.m.
Dance and party admission is $3, with free admission for Honor Roll students.
The haunted house costs $2 per visit. Snacks will be available for purchase.
Costumes are permitted but must be school-appropriate, with no face masks or props.
Fall Break Friday 10/30-Tuesday 11/3
School resumes on Wednesday 11/4
Family STEM & Math Night
YCMS Family STEM & Math Night
Thursday, November 5, from 6:00–7:30 p.m. at Ypsilanti Community Middle School.
Families are invited to participate in hands-on STEM and math activities, explore new ideas, solve problems together, build and create, and develop real-world math skills.
Picture Retake and Makeup Day
Retake Day Information
Mark Your Calendars! Friday November 6
Who should participate in Retake/MakeUp Day?
-Any student that purchased a picture package and wants a new picture. Simply return your package to our photo team on retake day, and we’ll replace your original order items.
- Absentees and New Students/Staff. Don’t miss out! Please plan to be photographed on this day so you may be included on your class composites and/or the yearbook.
Link to: 
Ypsilanti Community Middle School
Grade Levels: 6th - 8th Grades
Bell Times
Full Day: 7:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Half Day:7:30 a.m. - 10:45 a. m.
Access Principal Davis’s latest news by clicking From the Principal.
Our Mission
The purpose of YCS is to develop mindful, engaged students with the skill set, work ethic, and attitude to contribute to a community that honors diversity, equality and justice.
Our Vision
YCS is — Academically strong and committed to transforming in ways that help students thrive.
YCS is — The choice for a trusted, reliable, and socially just district.
YCS is — A sense of connection for families and students in a district where each and everyone is valued and belongs.
YCS is — Your consistently well-managed and organized school district.
IB Programmes
Ypsilanti Community Schools continues transforming education and fostering innovation by offering specialized learning experiences centered around S.T.E.A.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, & Mathematics) education and the globally recognized International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum at its Magnet Schools.
Ypsilanti Community Middle School: Serving as a bridge between elementary and high school, YCMS offers a comprehensive STEAM and IB program tailored to the unique needs of adolescent learners, preparing them for the challenges of secondary education and beyond.
For more information about the IB programmes at YCMS, visit GRIZZLIES GO GLOBAL.
