Welcome to Ypsilanti Community Middle School

BE A GRIZZLY!

We are excited to welcome your family to Ypsilanti Community Middle School (YCMS)! Our staff is here to support you throughout the enrollment process. If you have questions or need assistance, please contact us by phone or email. We also offer in-person support and devices for families who may need additional help.

We look forward to making your experience smooth, welcoming, and successful every step of the way.

ENROLLMENT INFORMATION

YCMS SPIRIT WEEK 2/23-2/27
Monday                              Sports Day
Tuesday                             Twin Day
Wednesday                        Backward Day
Thursday                            Black Out Day
Friday                                 Red, Pink & White Day
                                           Valentine Day Dance

Thursday 2/26                    5th Grade Parent Night 5-6:30

Friday 3/20                         Half day release @ 10:45
                                           End of Quarter 3

Wednesday 3/25                Half day release @ 10:45
                                           Parent Teacher Conferences 12:00-5:00

Thursday 3/26                    Half day release @ 10:45
                                           Parent Teacher Conferences 12:00-5:00

Monday 3/30-                     Spring Break
Friday 4/3                           No school

Monday 4/6                        No school

Thursday 4/23-                  6th Grade Camp
Friday 4/24

Friday 5/1                           School Musical Evening TBD

Saturday 5/2                      School Musical Matinee TBD

Monday 5/11-                    7th Grade Mackinac Island Trip
Tuesday 5/12

Wednesday 5/13-              8th Grade Washington DC Trip
Thursday 5/16

Friday 5/22                         Half day release @ 10:45

Monday 5/25                      Memorial Day-no school

Thursday 6/4                      Half day release @ 10:45

Friday 6/5                           Last day of school
                                           Half day release @ 10:45

Access Principal Davis’s latest news by clicking From the Principal.

Your connection for all YCMS sports information is just a click away......

MIDDLE SCHOOL ATHLETICS

Weekly Sport Schedule 2/16-2/21

Wrestling  Tuesday 2/17 Tecumseh @ Ypsilanti (4:15PM)

Girls Basketball  Wednesday 2/18 Pinckney @ Ypsilanti (4:15 & 5:30 PM)

Girls Basketball  Thursday 2/19 Ypsilanti @ Monroe (4:15 & 5:30 PM)

Wrestling  Saturday 2/21 Ypsilanti @ Chelsea (TBA)

MS Athletic Events
ADMISSION
Adults $5
Students $2
Seniors 65 and over 5 Free
All middle school students not playing must be accompanied by a parent guardian for admission.

Girls Basketball Practice
Monday-Thursday
2:45-4:30
Contact Coach Dave Ddenson7@ycschools.us and Coach D Idaniels4@ycshools.us

Wrestling Team Practice
Monday-Thursday
3:00pm-5:00pm
Contact Coach Henry Hstewart5@ycschools.us

We are excited and grateful to partner with Food Gatherers to help families in need. If you are interested in receiving assistance, please contact Ms. Bashara at jbashara2@ycschools.us for more information.

Dear Partners, 

Please note that Food Gatherers' network of pantries is usually the best option for people looking for assistance because you have a full variety of fresh foods and staples to offer. However, for those needing a little extra, or want the convenience of drive-thru, we are hosting these distributions. We are grateful for all you are doing to increase the amount of food you receive from us, and for many of you - increase your distribution times! If you haven't filled out the Federal Government Shutdown Response Survey, it's not too late. We still want to hear from you!

As you continue to do outreach, please also direct people to our website: www.foodgatherers.org/findfood to help find a pantry near them.

Thank you,

The Community Food Programs Team

CALLING ALL YPSILANTI COMMUNITY MIDDLE SCHOOL FAMILIES!

The Kroger Co. Family of Stores is committed to bringing hope and help to the local neighborhoods we call home. Our stores are on a mission to go beyond being a part of the community to also helping create a stronger community. We recognize that every community is different and has unique causes that need support.

We encourage YCMS school supporters to link their rewards card to Ypsilanti Community Middle School, using code KH085. Community Rewards is easy to understand and easy to explain. The more our supporters shop with Kroger, the more money the school will earn!

Have you completed your Education Benefits Form (EBF)? 

Under the Michigan School Meals Program, students in the Ypsilanti Community Schools receive FREE breakfast and lunch each school day.

Even though all students receive free meals, families will still maintain a benefit status of Free, Reduced, or Paid under the approved program. This status is critical, as it is used to determine eligibility for grants and other important state funding.

Why We Need the Education Benefit Form (EBF)

We ask every family, regardless of financial status, to complete the Education Benefit Form (EBF). Completing this form helps YCS maintain essential funding levels.

Without completed forms from all families, our district is at risk of losing important state funding that supports programs and services our students are entitled to receive.

These supplemental grants help fund:

• Instructional staff (e.g., Reading Interventionists, Math support, Academic and Behavior Aides)

• Counselors, Social Workers, and School Nurses

• Professional learning for staff

• Technology and classroom resources

The more forms returned, the greater the benefit to our students and schools.

What Do I Need to Do?

Please complete the Education Benefit Form (EBF) and return it:

• Online through the Meal Magic site, YCS MEAL MAGIC FAMILY PORTAL
  or

• By submitting a hard copy to your child’s school

Please include all students in your household on one form, even if they attend different YCS schools.

Your support in completing this form helps ensure that YCS can continue providing the programs and services that make a difference for our students. Thank you for your partnership!

Ypsilanti YMCA Child Development Center  (CDC) 

Program for Child Care

Link to more information