This Week In Innovation 5-15-26 

Graduation this Wednesday, May 20th

It is finally here!!  The weather is looking promising, however if it turns bad - we will be inside the Parker Field House.  That means each student will receive 10 tickets.  If it remains outside on the football field, then everyone will be welcome.  Students will receive their 10 tickets at the end of rehearsal if we need to move the ceremony into the fieldhouse.  Rehearsal is mandatory and begins at 11am sharp on the Parker Football Field; 400 Wright Rd.  Graduation itself begins at 7pm, but the gates will open for seating at 6pm.  Seating is first come first serve, and we do have spots available for wheel chairs.  

Senior Breakfast, Wednesday May 20th at 9am.  

The best way to not miss rehearsal is to attend our Senior Breakfast at IA.  It is put on by The Ivy Table and we begin to eat at 9am.  We stop at about 10:30, so we can make it to rehearsal on time.  It is always so delicious and a good way to start such a busy and important day.  Please plan on attending a very cool event.  

Senior Pics turned into Mr. McDowell

There are still several seniors who have not turned in their picture for graduation.  If you do not, Mr. McDowell will be forced to find a picture of you that we have or a generic IA symbol.  If you do not want to run the risk of public embarrassment, please send him your picture to [email protected].  The pictures need to be received by the end of the school day on Monday May 18th.  

Join our Team as a Paraprofessional

Howell Public Schools is hosting open interviews for Special Education Paraprofessionals on Tuesday, June 9, from 9:00–11:00 a.m. and Wednesday, June 10, from 12:00–2:00 p.m. Interviews will be held in the Edinburgh Room of the district's administrative offices at 411 N. Highlander Way in Howell. We are looking for caring, compassionate individuals who are passionate about supporting students and making a difference each day. Positions are available at the elementary and middle school levels, with starting pay of $16.56 per hour, paid time off, and a school-calendar-aligned schedule. Applicants should bring a resume. Learn more please visit https://bit.ly/3PGNnwF

Take Our Company Car for a Test Drive on May 30

Have you ever wondered what it’s like to drive one of the most recognizable vehicles in the community, a school bus? Join Howell Public Schools at the Livingston RTC Bus Driver Try-It-Out Day on May 30 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Hartland Consolidated Schools Transportation Department, located at 9525 East Highland Road, to learn about a rewarding career as a school bus driver and experience what it’s like to get behind the wheel in a safe, guided environment. No experience or CDL is required to participate. At Howell Public Schools school bus drivers play an important role in supporting students and families every day. With flexible schedules, paid training, and meaningful work, becoming a bus driver can be an excellent opportunity for parents, retirees, or anyone looking for a career with purpose. Learn more at BeABusDriver.org.

Summer Lunch Bunch Starts June 1

The Salvation Army will host its Summer Lunch Bunch at locations across our district and county starting June 1. The Summer Lunch Bunch provides an essential source of meals during the summer months. To view this year's Summer Lunch Bunch flyer with all the stops listed, please visit https://bit.ly/4dHjgOS

Learn About Upcoming International Trips

Students and families will have the opportunity to learn about two upcoming international travel experiences scheduled for Summer 2027 and Spring Break 2028. An informational meeting for the Spring Break 2028 trip to Italy, France, and Spain — featuring visits to Rome, Florence, Provence, Nîmes, and Barcelona will take place on Wednesday, May 20, at 6 p.m. in the Howell High School Freshman Campus cafeteria. An informational meeting for the Summer 2027 trip to Budapest, Vienna, and Prague will also be held on Wednesday, May 20, at 6 p.m. in Room 105 of the Howell High School Freshman Campus. To learn more about both informational meetings, please visit https://bit.ly/4nlv4cG.

Posted by maurierc On Friday, May 15, 2026 at 12:43 PM