Welcome to Ypsilanti Community Middle School
235 Spencer Lane
Ypsilanti, MI 48198
Phone: 734-221-1500
Fax: 734-221-2203
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17 Dec.
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Half Day Release 7:30 AM to 10:45 AMHalf Day ReleaseDate: Dec 17Time: 7:30 AM to 10:45 AMCalendar: Middle School-YCMS
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18 Dec.
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Half Day Release 7:30 AM to 10:45 AMHalf Day ReleaseDate: Dec 18Time: 7:30 AM to 10:45 AMCalendar: Middle School-YCMS
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10 Feb.
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Spring Count DayDate: Feb 10Calendar: 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,
November brings exciting opportunities for our scholars and families to learn, connect, and show their Grizzly pride! Please review these upcoming events and reminders, mark your calendars, and join us whenever you can.
Important Dates
GRIZZLY NATION
Welcome to the 26-27 School Year
Wednesday 11/11 Career Day
Wednesday 11/25 through Friday 11/27 Thanksgiving Break
Thursday 12/17 Half day release @ 10:45
Friday 12/18 Half day release @ 10:45
End of Quarter 2
Monday 12/21 through Friday 1/1 Winter Break
GRIZZLY SPORTS WEEKLY
SPORTS TRYOUT AND SIGN UP INFORMATION
Basketball, Wrestling, Cheer and Swim tryouts/sign ups are happening now!
WEEK OF NOVEMBER 9-13
Tuesday 10/10 Boys Basketball vs Saline 4:15/5:30
Thursday 10/12 Boys Basketball @ Bedford Middle School 4:15/5:30
Picture Retake and Makeup Day
Retake Day Information
Mark Your Calendars! Friday November 6
Who should participate in Retake/Make Up 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.
Here is your Link, Retake info and QR code for parents. https://shop.imagequix.com/g1001423263
FUN FRIDAYS
YCMS Fun Fridays for the 2026–2027 school year:
Events run from 3:00–6:00 p.m. on September 18, October 2, November 20, and December 11, 2026, and January 29, February 19, March 12, April 16, and May 14, 2027.
Activities include swimming, basketball, esports, board games, snacks, and more.
Admission is $5 per student. Students must be picked up by 6:00 p.m.; late pickup may result in exclusion from future events.
Bus Routes
Welcome back to a new school year! We are excited to welcome our scholars, families, and staff back for another year of learning, growing, and achieving together. Here’s to a wonderful 2026–2027 school year. It’s Great to Be a Grizzly!
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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 at the
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.
