This Week in Athletics at HPS (Week of 4/13)

High School Principal's Weekly Newsletter: https://app.smore.com/n/79har-hartford-high-updates-4-10-2026
Attention 2025 Graduates!
Diploma pictures from the graduation ceremony
are available for pickup in the High School office.
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¡Atención graduados de 2025!
Sus fotos del diploma de la
ceremonia de graduación
están disponibles para recoger en laoficina de la escuela secundaria.
Diploma pictures from the graduation ceremony
are available for pickup in the High School office.
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¡Atención graduados de 2025!
Sus fotos del diploma de la
ceremonia de graduación
están disponibles para recoger en laoficina de la escuela secundaria.

Middle School Principal's Weekly Newsletter: https://app.smore.com/n/096cy-middle-school-news
Redwood Elementary Principal's Weekly Newsletter: https://app.smore.com/n/3qedx
The 8th Grade Formal Dance will be on May 15th from 6-8pm in the cafeteria. Tickets are $10.
El baile formal de octavo grado se celebrará el 15 de mayo, de 6:00 p. m. a 8:00 p. m., en la cafetería. Las entradas cuestan $10.
El baile formal de octavo grado se celebrará el 15 de mayo, de 6:00 p. m. a 8:00 p. m., en la cafetería. Las entradas cuestan $10.

Class of 2026 Senior Spotlight! ✨Hunter Tipton✨
Hunter's Awards/Activities Include:
"Member of the Football, Wrestling and Track teams. Participated in 3 musicals and Chess club."
To be featured in the weekly Senior Spotlights, Seniors can fill out the Senior Spotlight form at https://forms.gle/iAzwxJYDS7Gg6VLc9
¡Protagonista de la Clase de 2026! ✨Hunter Tipton✨
Entre los reconocimientos y actividades de Hunter se incluyen:
«Miembro de los equipos de fútbol americano, lucha libre y atletismo. Participó en 3 musicales y en el club de ajedrez».
Para aparecer en la sección semanal de «Protagonistas de la Clase», los estudiantes del último año pueden completar el formulario correspondiente en: https://forms.gle/iAzwxJYDS7Gg6VLc9
Hunter's Awards/Activities Include:
"Member of the Football, Wrestling and Track teams. Participated in 3 musicals and Chess club."
To be featured in the weekly Senior Spotlights, Seniors can fill out the Senior Spotlight form at https://forms.gle/iAzwxJYDS7Gg6VLc9
¡Protagonista de la Clase de 2026! ✨Hunter Tipton✨
Entre los reconocimientos y actividades de Hunter se incluyen:
«Miembro de los equipos de fútbol americano, lucha libre y atletismo. Participó en 3 musicales y en el club de ajedrez».
Para aparecer en la sección semanal de «Protagonistas de la Clase», los estudiantes del último año pueden completar el formulario correspondiente en: https://forms.gle/iAzwxJYDS7Gg6VLc9

The HHS Senior class of 2026 has a new scholarship available to them! This is a $3000, 4 year renewable scholarship. 2 students will be selected and the award will be announced at Senior Awards Night. If you have any questions, please contact the counseling office or Mrs. McNitt.
In addition to filling out this form, please send an updated "BRAG SHEET" to mcnitth@hpsmi.org with the subject: EWS26
Scholarship Application: https://forms.gle/m67Ay4QvquYEiaFJ8
In addition to filling out this form, please send an updated "BRAG SHEET" to mcnitth@hpsmi.org with the subject: EWS26
Scholarship Application: https://forms.gle/m67Ay4QvquYEiaFJ8
Kindergarten Pre-Registration is available TONIGHT, April 9th, from 4–7 PM in our main office! We can’t wait to welcome our newest learners.
🌟 Join us for Redwood Elementary’s Kindergarten & Pre-K Round-Up on Monday, April 13th from 4:30–7:30 PM!
Come meet our amazing teachers, explore the school, and get your child ready for an exciting year ahead.
🎁 Bonus: Families who sign up on April 13th will receive a FREE learning tablet for their student!
📌 What to bring:
• Updated immunization records
• Birth certificate
• Parent/guardian photo ID
• Proof of residency
🌟 Join us for Redwood Elementary’s Kindergarten & Pre-K Round-Up on Monday, April 13th from 4:30–7:30 PM!
Come meet our amazing teachers, explore the school, and get your child ready for an exciting year ahead.
🎁 Bonus: Families who sign up on April 13th will receive a FREE learning tablet for their student!
📌 What to bring:
• Updated immunization records
• Birth certificate
• Parent/guardian photo ID
• Proof of residency

HPS Athletics (4/9/26):
🥎Varsity Softball @ Bloomingdale (DH) - AWAY @ 4PM
⚾️Varsity Baseball @ Bloomingdale (DH) - AWAY @ 4PM
⚽️JV Girls Soccer @ Parchment - AWAY @ 5:15PM
GO HUSKIES! 💚🤍
🥎Varsity Softball @ Bloomingdale (DH) - AWAY @ 4PM
⚾️Varsity Baseball @ Bloomingdale (DH) - AWAY @ 4PM
⚽️JV Girls Soccer @ Parchment - AWAY @ 5:15PM
GO HUSKIES! 💚🤍

This week our HMS Staff Spotlight goes to Gina Manning and Sarah Briley.
Mrs. Briley has been at Hartford Public Schools for four years. She is a special education teacher for 6th - 8th grade. In addition, she coaches Speech and Debate and Hartford High School Colorguard. Her passion for her students' educational growth is evident in her daily work, and she has created a positive and supportive learning environment. Thank you Mrs. Briley, for all that you do.
Ms. Manning has worked for Hartford Public School for 27 years as our daytime custodian. She is dedicated to her work and plays an essential role in keeping our building running smoothly. She consistently ensures that everything is prepared for events, allowing staff to focus on their responsibilities without concern. Whenever we need assistance, she is always willing to help. Thank you Ms. Manning, for all you do.
Esta semana, nuestro reconocimiento especial al personal de HMS está dedicado a Gina Manning y Sarah Briley.
La Sra. Briley lleva cuatro años en las Escuelas Públicas de Hartford. Es maestra de educación especial para los grados 6.º a 8.º. Además, es entrenadora de los equipos de Oratoria y Debate, así como de la Guardia de Color de la Escuela Secundaria Hartford. Su pasión por el crecimiento educativo de sus estudiantes es evidente en su labor diaria, y ha creado un entorno de aprendizaje positivo y de apoyo. Gracias, Sra. Briley, por todo lo que hace.
La Sra. Manning ha trabajado para las Escuelas Públicas de Hartford durante 27 años como nuestra encargada de limpieza diurna. Se dedica plenamente a su trabajo y desempeña un papel esencial para garantizar el buen funcionamiento de nuestro edificio. Constantemente se asegura de que todo esté preparado para los eventos, lo que permite al personal centrarse en sus responsabilidades sin preocupaciones. Siempre que necesitamos asistencia, ella está dispuesta a ayudar. Gracias, Sra. Manning, por todo lo que hace.
Mrs. Briley has been at Hartford Public Schools for four years. She is a special education teacher for 6th - 8th grade. In addition, she coaches Speech and Debate and Hartford High School Colorguard. Her passion for her students' educational growth is evident in her daily work, and she has created a positive and supportive learning environment. Thank you Mrs. Briley, for all that you do.
Ms. Manning has worked for Hartford Public School for 27 years as our daytime custodian. She is dedicated to her work and plays an essential role in keeping our building running smoothly. She consistently ensures that everything is prepared for events, allowing staff to focus on their responsibilities without concern. Whenever we need assistance, she is always willing to help. Thank you Ms. Manning, for all you do.
Esta semana, nuestro reconocimiento especial al personal de HMS está dedicado a Gina Manning y Sarah Briley.
La Sra. Briley lleva cuatro años en las Escuelas Públicas de Hartford. Es maestra de educación especial para los grados 6.º a 8.º. Además, es entrenadora de los equipos de Oratoria y Debate, así como de la Guardia de Color de la Escuela Secundaria Hartford. Su pasión por el crecimiento educativo de sus estudiantes es evidente en su labor diaria, y ha creado un entorno de aprendizaje positivo y de apoyo. Gracias, Sra. Briley, por todo lo que hace.
La Sra. Manning ha trabajado para las Escuelas Públicas de Hartford durante 27 años como nuestra encargada de limpieza diurna. Se dedica plenamente a su trabajo y desempeña un papel esencial para garantizar el buen funcionamiento de nuestro edificio. Constantemente se asegura de que todo esté preparado para los eventos, lo que permite al personal centrarse en sus responsabilidades sin preocupaciones. Siempre que necesitamos asistencia, ella está dispuesta a ayudar. Gracias, Sra. Manning, por todo lo que hace.

MS Girls Soccer vs Comstock has been cancelled.
The 2026 Back 2 School Bash is set for Wednesday, August 19th from 5-7pm! We will kick off the new school year with games, rides, vendors, and fun!
Businesses and Organizations that wish to have a table at this event, please fill out the table request form linked below or scan the QR code:
https://forms.gle/2weQKPif2zhaM4LR8
Businesses and Organizations that wish to have a table at this event, please fill out the table request form linked below or scan the QR code:
https://forms.gle/2weQKPif2zhaM4LR8

Due to current road conditions, Bus Route 1 will be running 10-15 minutes early in the morning until further notice.
Debido a las condiciones actuales de las carreteras, la Ruta de Autobús 1 circulará entre 10 y 15 minutos antes por la mañana, hasta nuevo aviso.
Debido a las condiciones actuales de las carreteras, la Ruta de Autobús 1 circulará entre 10 y 15 minutos antes por la mañana, hasta nuevo aviso.
April Breakfast/Lunch Menus



FREE Kindergarten Readiness Screenings Information




Spring Testing begins tomorrow! Here is the testing schedule for the month of April.
This week's testing outlook:
HS - 11th graders are testing: SAT, MSTEP, WIN Readiness
MS - 8th Grade: PSAT & mstep
RW - 3rd, 4th, & 5th Grade: MSTEP ELA
This week's testing outlook:
HS - 11th graders are testing: SAT, MSTEP, WIN Readiness
MS - 8th Grade: PSAT & mstep
RW - 3rd, 4th, & 5th Grade: MSTEP ELA

JV Boys Baseball vs South Haven (DH) has been moved to Wednesday with a 4PM start.
Attention Families of 7th Grade Students who have NOT signed up for the DC trip yet.
As a reminder, your family must register for the meeting if you plan to attend. If you have not done so yet, click the following link: https://rsvp.efexploreamerica.com/j5vcfge
This informational meeting for the Spring 2027 trip to Washington, D.C. will take place at 7:00 PM on April 7 in Room 122 in the Middle School (Mrs. Morsaw's classroom.)
(If you have already signed up for the DC Trip, you DO NOT have to attend this meeting.)
As a reminder, your family must register for the meeting if you plan to attend. If you have not done so yet, click the following link: https://rsvp.efexploreamerica.com/j5vcfge
This informational meeting for the Spring 2027 trip to Washington, D.C. will take place at 7:00 PM on April 7 in Room 122 in the Middle School (Mrs. Morsaw's classroom.)
(If you have already signed up for the DC Trip, you DO NOT have to attend this meeting.)


Middle School Principal's Weekly Newsletter: https://app.smore.com/n/096cy-middle-school-news
