High School Principal's Weekly Newsletter: https://app.smore.com/n/bznpa-hartford-high-updates-3-13-2026
Due to power outage issues, tonight's Redwood Family Movie Night has been cancelled and will be rescheduled at a later date.
Tonight is Opening Night for Hartford Schools Presents: Mean Girls!
Showtimes at the HHS Auditorium:
Friday, March 13th @ 7 PM
Saturday, March 14th @ 7 PM
Sunday, March 15th @ 2 PM
Student tickets are sold before/after school for $3 and are $3 at the door. Adult tickets are $10 at the door or can be reserved online for $10 via the link provided by the QR code (https://search.seatyourself.biz/.../accounts/hpsmi/buy-tix)
Showtimes at the HHS Auditorium:
Friday, March 13th @ 7 PM
Saturday, March 14th @ 7 PM
Sunday, March 15th @ 2 PM
Student tickets are sold before/after school for $3 and are $3 at the door. Adult tickets are $10 at the door or can be reserved online for $10 via the link provided by the QR code (https://search.seatyourself.biz/.../accounts/hpsmi/buy-tix)
Power is now restored at Redwood Elementary, in the event that you are unable to reach Redwood Elementary please call 269-621-7000.
Ya se ha restablecido el suministro eléctrico en la escuela primaria Redwood. En caso de que no pueda comunicarse con la escuela primaria Redwood, llame al 269-621-7000.
Ya se ha restablecido el suministro eléctrico en la escuela primaria Redwood. En caso de que no pueda comunicarse con la escuela primaria Redwood, llame al 269-621-7000.
We are currently experiencing a power outage at Redwood Elementary due to the weather. If you need to contact Redwood Elementary, please call 269-621-7000.
⚾ Attention Parents!
There’s still time to sign your child up for Baseball, Softball, and T-Ball this season!
If you have any questions or would like help getting your child registered, please reach out to the Hartford Rec Council. We’d love to see more kids out on the field this year!
Also, be sure to check out the fan gear link for the upcoming season so you can show your team spirit. 🧢
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There’s still time to sign your child up for Baseball, Softball, and T-Ball this season!
If you have any questions or would like help getting your child registered, please reach out to the Hartford Rec Council. We’d love to see more kids out on the field this year!
Also, be sure to check out the fan gear link for the upcoming season so you can show your team spirit. 🧢
https://lazergraphics.chipply.com/71778/?action=viewall&fbclid=IwdGRjcAQf_F5leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEetIPF9-Pz5UwjUWH7h0Wd6FkDAHo_CC4jVZVN9nfbO28oqvhwZ3vj3pHvaOM_aem_m8RsDA7Fy5X0eBjrGq1xnQ
Hartford Middle School Reading Challenge Incentive Day is coming up on March 20th! Students who read 400 minutes at home this month earn an afternoon of rewards!
Please join us tomorrow night for Redwood Elementary's Family Movie Night! 🍿
Hartford Public Schools is pleased to announce this year's winners of the Educational Hero Awards: Middle School Math Teacher Lindsay Blackmer and Middle School Secretary Nora Aguirre.
The Educational Hero Awards Banquet was held on Tuesday at the Van Buren Intermediate School District, where Blackmer and Aguirre were both recognized and presented with their awards.
Education Heroes from the other Van Buren County school districts were also recognized.
Nora Aguirre - She was selected for her commitment to HPS, extraordinary work ethic, and value she brings to the entire district. She has been the glue that has held the office together through several administrative changes, is the first person people see when entering the building and is the only building secretary that works solo. She is also highly respected among all other secretaries and building admin regarding her collaboration among the buildings.
Lindsay Blackmer - Middle School Principal, Darren Tyria, pointed out how Lindsay does before school tutoring, is on the building leadership team, gives up her planning to work the success center, does lunch detention and also coaches three sports. Most recently, Blackmer coached varsity girls basketball when we did not have many applicants. She has also been with the district for nearly 22 years.
At Hartford Public Schools, we are proud to have such great candidates, employees and winners of the award.
The Educational Hero Awards Banquet was held on Tuesday at the Van Buren Intermediate School District, where Blackmer and Aguirre were both recognized and presented with their awards.
Education Heroes from the other Van Buren County school districts were also recognized.
Nora Aguirre - She was selected for her commitment to HPS, extraordinary work ethic, and value she brings to the entire district. She has been the glue that has held the office together through several administrative changes, is the first person people see when entering the building and is the only building secretary that works solo. She is also highly respected among all other secretaries and building admin regarding her collaboration among the buildings.
Lindsay Blackmer - Middle School Principal, Darren Tyria, pointed out how Lindsay does before school tutoring, is on the building leadership team, gives up her planning to work the success center, does lunch detention and also coaches three sports. Most recently, Blackmer coached varsity girls basketball when we did not have many applicants. She has also been with the district for nearly 22 years.
At Hartford Public Schools, we are proud to have such great candidates, employees and winners of the award.
This week's HMS Staff Spotlights are Mr. Cammire, Dr. Ross and Lindsay Blackmer!
Mr. Cammire is our 6th grade ELA teacher. He is dedicated to his students and brings movement and engaging activities into his teaching. This month he is helping organize March Reading Month along with our other ELA teachers. Thank you for all you do, Mr. Cammire.
Dr. Ross is our amazing ESL teacher. Recently, she has been working with our middle school students on WIDA testing. She brings a smile to our building everyday she comes in. Students look up to her and enjoy conversation with her. Thank you, Dr. Ross for all you do for HMS.
Mrs. Blackmer is a 6th grade math teacher here at HMS. She goes above and beyond for students at Hartford. If she is not in her classroom teaching, you can find her coaching high school basketball, tutoring before school, or coaching middle school track. Her dedication and hard work does not go unnoticed. Thank you, Mrs. Blackmer, for all that you do.
Mr. Cammire is our 6th grade ELA teacher. He is dedicated to his students and brings movement and engaging activities into his teaching. This month he is helping organize March Reading Month along with our other ELA teachers. Thank you for all you do, Mr. Cammire.
Dr. Ross is our amazing ESL teacher. Recently, she has been working with our middle school students on WIDA testing. She brings a smile to our building everyday she comes in. Students look up to her and enjoy conversation with her. Thank you, Dr. Ross for all you do for HMS.
Mrs. Blackmer is a 6th grade math teacher here at HMS. She goes above and beyond for students at Hartford. If she is not in her classroom teaching, you can find her coaching high school basketball, tutoring before school, or coaching middle school track. Her dedication and hard work does not go unnoticed. Thank you, Mrs. Blackmer, for all that you do.
Reminder: Tomorrow, Wednesday March 11th, is a scheduled Half Day for Hartford Public Schools. HS/MS/Alternative Ed. will be released at 11:15am and Redwood Elementary will be released at 11:30am.
Recordatorio: Mañana, miércoles 11 de marzo, hay medio día programado para las Escuelas Públicas de Hartford. Las clases de secundaria, intermedia y educación alternativa saldrán a las 11:15 a. m. y las de la escuela primaria Redwood a las 11:30 a. m.
Recordatorio: Mañana, miércoles 11 de marzo, hay medio día programado para las Escuelas Públicas de Hartford. Las clases de secundaria, intermedia y educación alternativa saldrán a las 11:15 a. m. y las de la escuela primaria Redwood a las 11:30 a. m.
Bus Route 6 (PM Route) is running behind today and will arrive approximately 25 minutes behind schedule.
Class of 2026 Senior Spotlight! ✨Bryson Prillwitz✨
Bryson's Awards/Activities Include:
"Student of the Year for Tech, National Honor Society, National Technical Honor Society, High Honor Roll, Student of the Week, Top 10 for First Semester, Team Academic All State, Varsity Baseball, MIP for Baseball 2024, Varsity Basketball, District Champion for Basketball 2025, Varsity Football, MIP for Football 2025, Winterfest Prince, Mr. Hartford 2025, Top 5 at Blossomtime, Perfect Attendance x2."
To be featured in the weekly Senior Spotlights, Seniors can fill out the Senior Spotlight form at https://forms.gle/iAzwxJYDS7Gg6VLc9
¡Graduación 2026 Destacada! ✨Bryson Prillwitz✨
Los premios y actividades de Bryson incluyen:
"Estudiante del Año en Tecnología, Sociedad Nacional de Honor, Sociedad Nacional de Honor Técnico, Cuadro de Honor Superior, Estudiante de la Semana, Top 10 del Primer Semestre, Equipo Académico Estatal, Béisbol Universitario, MIP de Béisbol 2024, Baloncesto Universitario, Campeón Distrital de Baloncesto 2025, Fútbol Americano Universitario, MIP de Fútbol Americano 2025, Winterfest Prince, Mr. Hartford 2025, Top 5 en Blossomtime, Asistencia Perfecta x2".
Para aparecer en la sección semanal de Destacados de Graduados, los estudiantes de último año pueden completar el formulario de Destacados de Graduados en https://forms.gle/iAzwxJYDS7Gg6VLc9
Bryson's Awards/Activities Include:
"Student of the Year for Tech, National Honor Society, National Technical Honor Society, High Honor Roll, Student of the Week, Top 10 for First Semester, Team Academic All State, Varsity Baseball, MIP for Baseball 2024, Varsity Basketball, District Champion for Basketball 2025, Varsity Football, MIP for Football 2025, Winterfest Prince, Mr. Hartford 2025, Top 5 at Blossomtime, Perfect Attendance x2."
To be featured in the weekly Senior Spotlights, Seniors can fill out the Senior Spotlight form at https://forms.gle/iAzwxJYDS7Gg6VLc9
¡Graduación 2026 Destacada! ✨Bryson Prillwitz✨
Los premios y actividades de Bryson incluyen:
"Estudiante del Año en Tecnología, Sociedad Nacional de Honor, Sociedad Nacional de Honor Técnico, Cuadro de Honor Superior, Estudiante de la Semana, Top 10 del Primer Semestre, Equipo Académico Estatal, Béisbol Universitario, MIP de Béisbol 2024, Baloncesto Universitario, Campeón Distrital de Baloncesto 2025, Fútbol Americano Universitario, MIP de Fútbol Americano 2025, Winterfest Prince, Mr. Hartford 2025, Top 5 en Blossomtime, Asistencia Perfecta x2".
Para aparecer en la sección semanal de Destacados de Graduados, los estudiantes de último año pueden completar el formulario de Destacados de Graduados en https://forms.gle/iAzwxJYDS7Gg6VLc9
High School Principal's Weekly Newsletter: https://app.smore.com/n/wkdsr-hartford-high-updates-3-6-2026
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/d69a8q
One School, One Book: "Stef Soto, Taco Queen" Chapters 11-17 Audio Recordings available at: https://he.hpsmi.org/o/res/page/reading-month-stef-soto-taco-queen-audio
Middle School Girls playing soccer this spring need to have a physical on file and FinalForms filled out. If you have any questions about FinalForms, please see Mrs. Guevara at the high school office. First practice will be on Monday, March 16th at the practice field from 3:15 to 4:45. Please see or contact Mr. Cortez at Redwood or Mr. Robles at the high school with any questions.
Middle School Track for boys and girls 6th-8th grade begins on Monday, March 16th. Practice is from 3-4pm. Athletes need a sports physical and Final Forms completed to participate. Please bring running shoes, a change of clothes, and a water bottle with you to practice and meet in the MS gym. Reach out the HS athletic office at 621-7103 or email guevarad@hpsmi.org with any questions.
One School, One Book: "Stef Soto, Taco Queen" Chapter 12 (English)
https://youtu.be/gVewlZnt0ag
https://youtu.be/gVewlZnt0ag