YCMS News
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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.
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

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

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

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.

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!
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.







