Due to construction, Bus Route 3 is running approximately 20 minutes behind schedule.
21 days ago, HPS
Tonight's Athletics (9/15/26):
🏐Freshmen Volleyball vs Decatur (H) - 5:30PM
🏐JV Volleyball vs Cassopolis (H) - 5:30PM
🏐Varsity Volleyball vs Cassopolis (H) - 7PM

GO HUSKIES!💚🐾
21 days ago, HPS
Hartford volleyball players gather together on a game-day graphic. Text reads, “It’s game day. Volleyball at home starting at 5:30pm.” Hartford Huskies and MHSAA logos appear at the top.
Varsity Football vs Galesburg-Augusta PHOTO GALLERY (9/11/26): https://hartfordpublicschools55.pixieset.com/varsityfootballvsgalesburgaugusta/
22 days ago, HPS
💻🐾 Happy National IT Professionals Day!

Today, we’re celebrating our HPS Tech Team, Forrest and Brody!

From troubleshooting tech issues and supporting our classrooms to keeping devices, networks, and systems working behind the scenes, their work impacts students and staff across the district every day.

Thank you, Forrest and Brody, for all you do to keep HPS connected and running! 💚🤍
22 days ago, HPS
hps tech team brody and forrest post in front of the hartford huskies backdrop
HS Principal's Weekly Newsletter: https://app.smore.com/n/jvytc-hartford-high-updates-9-11-2026
22 days ago, HPS
Get a Jumpstart on the FAFSA!
Completing your FAFSA is now a graduation requirement for Seniors!

Seniors, your first opportunity to complete your FAFSA application will be on Thursday, October 1st, during conference. We will meet with Financial Aid reps from WMU and SMC in the Alternative Education Building. Dinner will be provided for those who attend. Be sure to sign up in your Google Classroom.

Did you know that any student or parent can request to participate in 2027-28 FAFSA® beta testing through September at StudentAid.gov/joinBeta

Participating in beta testing gives students an opportunity to complete their official 2027-28 form early while helping ensure a smooth rollout to the broader public.

We need your help spreading the word to students, families, and college access professionals in your network. Please share the link with your communities and feel free to use the language below in your upcoming newsletters, email blasts, listservs, or social channels.

Participating in beta testing means students can:
Fill out their 2027-28 FAFSA early
Get a head start on the financial aid process
Be part of shaping the future of how students apply for aid
Submitting early doesn’t give you an advantage over other students, but it does give you a jumpstart on the process.

Learn more and request access at: StudentAid.gov/joinbeta

¡Adelántate con la FAFSA!
¡Completar la FAFSA es ahora un requisito de graduación para los estudiantes de último año!

Estudiantes de último año: su primera oportunidad para completar la solicitud FAFSA será el jueves 1 de octubre, durante el horario de conferencias. Nos reuniremos con representantes de ayuda financiera de WMU y SMC en el edificio de Educación Alternativa (*Alternative Education Building*). Se ofrecerá cena a los asistentes. Asegúrense de inscribirse a través de su Google Classroom.

¿Sabían que cualquier estudiante o padre de familia puede solicitar participar en las pruebas beta de la FAFSA® para el ciclo 2027-28 hasta el mes de septiembre en StudentAid.gov/joinBeta?

Participar en las pruebas beta brinda a los estudiantes la oportunidad de completar su formulario oficial para el ciclo 2027-28 con antelación, al tiempo que ayudan a garantizar un lanzamiento sin contratiempos para el público en general.

Necesitamos su ayuda para difundir esta información entre los estudiantes, las familias y los profesionales dedicados al acceso a la educación superior dentro de su red de contactos. Por favor, compartan el enlace con sus comunidades y no duden en utilizar el texto que aparece a continuación en sus boletines informativos, correos masivos, listas de distribución o redes sociales.

Participar en las pruebas beta permite a los estudiantes:
Completar su FAFSA para el ciclo 2027-28 con antelación.
Ganar tiempo en el proceso de solicitud de ayuda financiera.
Contribuir a definir el futuro de cómo los estudiantes solicitan ayuda financiera.
Enviar la solicitud con antelación no otorga una ventaja competitiva sobre otros estudiantes, pero sí permite avanzar más rápido en el proceso.

Obtenga más información y solicite acceso en: StudentAid.gov/joinbeta
22 days ago, HPS
fafsa update and an image of michigan student aid logo
HMS Staff Spotlight (Week of 9/14):
This week's staff spotlight is Mr. Shockley. Thank you for all you do to keep our school running smoothly!

Destacado del personal de HMS (semana del 14 de septiembre):
El miembro del personal destacado esta semana es el Sr. Shockley. ¡Gracias por todo lo que hace para que nuestra escuela funcione sin problemas!
22 days ago, HPS
Hartford Middle School “Staff Spotlight, Husky News” newsletter featuring Mr. Shockley. The page congratulates him and includes two photos: a selfie of Mr. Shockley making a hand gesture and a photo of him standing beside the Jebediah Springfield statue. He says he is proud to be a Hartford Husky because of the staff, students, strong leadership, and the community coming together, especially on game nights. Fun fact: he loves basketball and bowling. Favorite colors: blue and yellow. Personal motto: “Treat others how you want to be treated.” Fast food fix: McDonald’s.
Current 8th Graders and families your LAST chance to sign up for the 2027 Washington DC trip is quickly approaching. Please scan the QR code on the picture to get information about the trip and the meeting on Thursday, September 17, 2026 at 7:30 pm. If you have additional questions, please contact Lindsy Morsaw 269-621-7242 or MorsawL@hpsmi.org.

This is only for 8th grade students who have not signed up for the trip yet.

Para los alumnos actuales de 8.º grado y sus familias: se acerca rápidamente la ÚLTIMA oportunidad para inscribirse en el viaje a Washington D. C. de 2027. Por favor, escaneen el código QR de la imagen para obtener información sobre el viaje y la reunión programada para el jueves 17 de septiembre de 2026 a las 7:30 p. m. Si tienen preguntas adicionales, comuníquense con Lindsy Morsaw al 269-621-7242 o a MorsawL@hpsmi.org.

Esto es solo para alumnos de 8.º grado que aún no se hayan inscrito en el viaje.
22 days ago, HPS
EF Explore America flyer announcing a Spring 2027 educational trip to Washington, D.C. The letter invites parents and guardians to an information session to learn about planned activities, travel logistics, opportunities to earn high school or college credit, affordable payment options, and enrollment. Lindsy Morsaw is listed as the group leader, with contact email morsawl@hpsmi.org. The bottom features photos of the Lincoln Memorial, U.S. Capitol Building, and an EF traveler, along with a QR code to RSVP.
Spanish-language EF Explore America flyer announcing a Spring 2027 educational trip to Washington, D.C. The letter invites parents and guardians to an information session to learn about planned activities, travel logistics, opportunities to earn high school or college credit, affordable payment options, and enrollment. Lindsy Morsaw is listed as the group leader, with contact email morsawl@hpsmi.org. The bottom features photos of the Lincoln Memorial, U.S. Capitol Building, and an EF traveler, along with a QR code to RSVP.
Blue EF Explore America graphic highlighting five attractions planned for a Spring 2027 Washington, D.C. trip: Mount Vernon, the U.S. Capitol Building, Lincoln Memorial, Changing of the Guard at Arlington National Cemetery, and Washington Monument. Text at the bottom invites families to join an information session on Thursday, September 17, to hear about the Spring 2027 trip. A QR code is included.
Varsity Football Final Score: Hartford, 21 - Galesburg-Augusta, 40
25 days ago, HPS
HMS Students of the Week (9/11/26):
6th Grade: Alonso Olivarez - Alonso is a pleasure to be around. He is always respectful and constantly has a smile on his face.

7th Grade: Clarissa Hernandez - Clarissa is a thoughtful, conscientious student who always gives her best effort in everything she does. Consistently caught doing the right thing, she is well-liked by her classmates and sets a wonderful example for those around her.

8th Grade: Braylen Lowe - Braylen took it upon himself to sharpen all his teacher’s colored pencils and also plugged in and organized their Chromebook cart. He acted selflessly and did it with a smile. He is a highly motivated student and shows initiative in class.
25 days ago, HPS
Braylen Lowe with his student of the week award
Alonso Olivarez with his student of the week award
clarissa hernandez with his student of the week award
Cross Country Teske Invitational PHOTO GALLERY (9/10/26): https://hartfordpublicschools55.pixieset.com/crosscountryteskeinvitational2026/
26 days ago, HPS
a hartford runner sprints towards the finish line
🏈⚫ VARSITY FOOTBALL HOME OPENER.

The 2-0 Hartford Huskies defend home field TONIGHT against the 2-0 Galesburg-Augusta Rams at 7PM.

Wear black. Bring the energy. Get LOUD. GO HUSKIES! 💚

⚫ FAN/STUDENT SECTION THEME: BLACKOUT

💵 CASH ONLY
26 days ago, HPS
Hartford varsity football game day graphic featuring a Hartford Huskies football player in a dark green uniform and helmet. Large white text reading “GAME DAY” fills the background, with “Hartford v Galesburg-Augusta” in green at the top. The Hartford Huskies logo appears in the bottom left and the MHSAA logo in the top right.
NEW HPS Athletics Website: https://websites.eventlink.com/s/hartford-public-schools-athletics

View schedules and more!
26 days ago, HPS
Tonight @ 5PM Varsity Cross Country hosts the Teske Invitational at the Van Buren Fairgrounds! GO HUSKIES! 🏃💚
27 days ago, HPS
Hartford Huskies athletics graphic promoting the Teske Invitational. A female Hartford athlete smiles outdoors while wearing a green Hartford track uniform. The photo is framed by green, white, and black athletic graphics, with a Michigan High School Athletic Association (MHSAA) pennant in the upper left and the Hartford Huskies mascot logo near the bottom. Large text reads “TESKE INVITATIONAL.”
Tomorrow, September 10th, is the first Senior Citizen Luncheon of the 2026-2027 school year in the HS/MS Cafeteria from 1-2pm 🍽️
27 days ago, HPS
Senior Luncheon Schedule for the 2026–2027 school year. All luncheons begin at 1:00 PM. September 10 – High School/Middle School; October 8 – Redwood Elementary; November 12 – High School/Middle School; December 10 – Redwood Elementary; January 7 – High School/Middle School; February 11 – Redwood Elementary; March 11 – High School/Middle School; April 8 – Redwood Elementary; May 20 – High School/Middle School; July 15 – Redwood Elementary. Flyer includes a photo of senior citizens enjoying a luncheon together and the Hartford Huskies logo.
Attention current 8th Grade Families: If you are NOT signed up for the Washington DC trip your last opportunity to do so is quickly approaching. On Thursday, September 17th, 2026 at 7:30 pm there will be an informational meeting in Room 122 in the Middle School. Please use the QR Codes on the flyers to sign up. If you would like additional information, reach out to Lindsy Morsaw. MorsawL@hpsmi.org or 269-621-7242.

Atención a las familias de los alumnos que actualmente cursan el 8.º grado: Si aún no se han inscrito para el viaje a Washington D. C., se acerca rápidamente la última oportunidad para hacerlo. El jueves 17 de septiembre de 2026, a las 7:30 p. m., se llevará a cabo una reunión informativa en el aula 122 de la escuela secundaria (Middle School). Por favor, utilicen los códigos QR que aparecen en los folletos para inscribirse. Si desean más información, pueden comunicarse con Lindsy Morsaw a través del correo electrónico MorsawL@hpsmi.org o llamando al 269-621-7242.

27 days ago, HPS
Bright blue EF travel flyer titled “5 of our Washington, D.C. favorites!” promoting a Spring 2027 trip. Five torn-paper-style photo cutouts highlight destinations and experiences: Mt. Vernon, the U.S. Capitol Building, the Lincoln Memorial, the Changing of the Guard, and the Washington Monument. Decorative white wave patterns fill the blue background, with an EF logo in the upper-right corner. Text at the bottom reads, “Join us on Thursday, September 17th to hear about our Spring 2027 trip!” with an arrow pointing to a QR code in the lower-right corner.
EF Explore America flyer announcing a Spring 2027 educational trip to Washington, D.C. The letter invites parents and guardians to an information session with group leader Lindsy Morsaw to learn about what students will see and do, travel logistics, opportunities to earn high school or college credit, affordable payment options, and how to enroll before the trip fills. Families unable to attend the meeting can request information when they RSVP. For more information, contact morsawl@hpsmi.org. The bottom of the flyer features photos of the Lincoln Memorial, U.S. Capitol Building, and a student wearing an EF Education First backpack. A QR code labeled “Scan to RSVP” appears in the lower-right corner.
Volante de EF Explore America que anuncia un viaje educativo a Washington, D.C., en la primavera de 2027. La carta invita a padres y tutores a una sesión informativa con la líder del grupo, Lindsy Morsaw, para conocer qué verán y harán los estudiantes, la logística del viaje, las oportunidades para obtener créditos de escuela secundaria o universidad, las opciones asequibles de pago y cómo inscribirse antes de que se llene el viaje. Las familias que no puedan asistir a la reunión pueden solicitar información al confirmar su asistencia. Para más información, comuníquese con morsawl@hpsmi.org. En la parte inferior aparecen fotografías del Monumento a Lincoln, el Capitolio de los Estados Unidos y una estudiante con una mochila de EF Education First. Un código QR en la esquina inferior derecha dice “Escanear para confirmar la asistencia.”
Tonight's Athletics (9/9):
⚽️MS Boys Soccer @ Bloomingdale (A) - 5pm
🏐MS Volleyball vs Cassopolis (H) - 6PM
⚽️Varsity Boys Soccer @ Bloomingdale (A) - 6:30PM
⚽️MS Boys B Soccer vs Michigan Lutheran (@ Grace Lutheran Church and School) (A) - 6:30PM

Address for Grace Lutheran Church and School:
404 E Glenlord Rd
St, Joseph, MI
27 days ago, HPS
Hartford Huskies Athletics Schedule for September 9. Middle School Boys Soccer plays at Bloomingdale at 5:00 PM. Middle School Volleyball plays vs. Coloma at 6:00 PM. Varsity Boys Soccer plays at Bloomingdale at 6:30 PM. Middle School Boys B Soccer plays at Martin at 6:30 PM. Graphic includes MHSAA and Southwest 10 Conference logos.
September Safety Tips from your SRO, Deputy Nate Penning!
28 days ago, HPS
September Safety Tips from the School Resource Officer. The flyer welcomes students back to school and shares safety reminders: slow down in school zones; practice bus safety; look both ways when walking or biking; speak up about bullying, threats, fighting, weapons, or anything unsafe; think before posting online; protect accounts with strong passwords; stay aware of your surroundings; follow school rules and procedures; look out for one another; and call 911 for immediate threats, serious injuries, fires, or other emergencies. Parents are encouraged to talk with their children about these tips and identify trusted adults they can go to for help. The School Resource Officer reminds the community that school safety is a team effort involving students, parents, staff, and law enforcement. hpsmi.org.
HPS Athletics (9/8/26):
⚽️MS Boys B Soccer vs Watervliet (H) - 5PM
🏐JV Volleyball @ White Pigeon (A) - 5:30PM
🏐Varsity Volleyball @ White Pigeon (A) - 7PM
29 days ago, HPS
Hartford Athletics schedule graphic for September 8, 2026. Middle School Boys B Soccer hosts Watervliet at 5:00 PM. JV Volleyball plays at White Pigeon at 5:30 PM, followed by Varsity Volleyball at White Pigeon at 7:00 PM. Graphic features a Hartford volleyball player holding a volleyball.
Staff Spotlight for Hartford Middle School this week is Ms. Campbell, Thank you for all you do for Hartford Middle School! 🐾💚

Esta semana, la destacada del personal de Hartford Middle School es la Sra. Campbell. ¡Gracias por todo lo que hace por Hartford Middle School! 🐾💚
29 days ago, HPS
Hartford Middle School Staff Spotlight newsletter, Volume 2, Issue 1, September 2026, congratulating Ms. Campbell. The page features two photos of Ms. Campbell: a smiling headshot and a full-body photo of her posing in a festive holiday gift-bag costume. She says she is proud to be a Hartford Husky because she works with wonderful people who care deeply about student success and incredible students who accomplish amazing things inside and outside the classroom. Fun fact: she reads an average of 50+ books per year. Favorite colors: blue and green. Personal motto: “Everything is fine. It has always been fine. Do not check!” Fast food fix: McDonald’s. Hartford Huskies logo appears near the bottom.