
The Kindergarten class welcomed representatives from the office of Congresswoman McClain. They enjoyed a story where they learned about what the government is.




We used up some of the last food items donated from the Port Hope fall food drives! Students in Ms. McIntyre’s Creative Studies/Life skills class made homemade onion rings! They were a huge hit! Fresh ingredients, healthy oils, no preservatives! They were shared with students and staff. 🧅💪🏻#healthyeating #cleaneating #yummy









One of our amazing substitutes, Mary Booms, donated hand-made reading bags for two students in each class in the elementary. Students were chosen by the teachers for their reading throughout the month and contribution to our whole school reading goal. Congratulations to the students for their hard work and a big THANK YOU to Mary Booms for making these beautiful bags.


US Representative Lisa McClain donated a new US flag for the school. It was flown over the US Capitol on February 21, 2025.
The high school Active Minds and Youth in Government clubs participated in raising the flag for the first time.




The baseball/softball games scheduled for this Thursday, March 25 at Bad Axe have been postponed due to poor field conditions. Make up date is TBA. ❄️🌧️🥶⚾️🥎

Congratulations to the following girls' basketball players for earning All Big Thumb Conference honors! (Photos courtesy of Ashley Wehner-Palmer and the Huron County View Sports.)






Baseball and softball are slated to kick off their season this Thursday at Bad Axe-weather permitting, of course! There have been a few tweaks to the schedule so you can find the most up-to-date one below. We will update the pinned post containing schedules at the top of our page with any weather-related postponements.


It's the week before Spring Break! Here is what is going on as we wrap up March at HBCS.


Our high school track teams kicked off their season yesterday at the SVSU Indoor Meet and several athletes brought home medals!


The latest edition of The Beach Blanket will soon be arriving in the mailboxes of Harbor Beach residents! Outside the district? Check it out here to discover some of the exciting happenings at HBCS! Many stories were written by the middle school yearbook class and it features several images captured by both the yearbook and PR classes!









Girls' soccer is back for HB athletes! This year, they are co-oping with the Bad Axe team. Check out this updated schedule and catch a game this spring! They also have a fundraiser going on through Minted so it is a great time to snag some new apparel while supporting our girls! Click here to see what is available (if you scroll down, there are several Harbor Beach options that you will see once clicking on the item) https://www.storessimple.com/minted/groupproducts.php?prodgroup_id=34814&prodgroupbypass=true


Assistant Varsity Track Coach & Assistant Middle School Track Coach Positions available.
Please send a cover letter & resume to hr@hbpirates.org
Should have a strong understanding of track and field events and clear communication skills with young people and professional staff.

Tomorrow is Popcorn Friday!


Spring sports season has arrived (even if it is snowing outside today....)! Here are the most up-to-date schedules. All schedules are subject to change.
*Please note our girls' soccer team is co-oping with Bad Axe this season so 'home' games are held in Bad Axe.






First graders and their "Dear Ones" had a delicious breakfast this morning courtesy of our cafeteria staff!

The Class of 2025 is excited to see their banners being hung in the city today!
The class would like to thank Corteva, Sensient, Karen Brown Murphy for their sponsorship of the banners, the city of Harbor Beach for hanging them! Also huge shoutout to Deanna Wruble for coordinating and organizing this project 🖤🧡


HBCS has been fortunate to host many student teachers over the years and this year is no exception! Jenna Pfeilstucker, a Harbor Beach alumni, is currently working with Mrs. Franzel and will then transition over to Mrs. Klaska's room! We are so lucky to have Jenna in our building. Get to know more about her below!



3rd graders met up with their preschool reading buddies for March is Reading Month and read If You Give a Cat a Cupcake. Then, they worked together to create a cupcake with shapes as sprinkles!







21 Harbor Beach 8th through 11th grade students attended a leadership/sportsmanship summit at Laker High School today, March 18. The students learned about the seven pillars of team leadership and the important role of sportsmanship in educational athletics. All Pirates are striving to be ladies and gentlemen off the court and field, while being true competitors and exhibiting outstanding teamwork and sportsmanship while competing.


If you happened to drive down 5th Street near the school this afternoon and wondered what in the world the police car and bus were up to, don't worry! The PR class is collaborating with Mr. Fuller, the transportation director, and Officer Wilson, the school resource officer, on a video to showcase the upgraded bus cameras! Watch for the video tomorrow!