Hartford Public Schools

𝐕𝐚𝐧 𝐁𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐧 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐲 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐈𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 📝 Survey Response Requested! 📝 The after-school program being created in Van Buren County is designed to focus on fine arts, aiming to enrich students' educational experiences across the county. This program intends to offer a diverse range of fine arts activities including painting, drawing, music, theater, and dance, allowing students to explore their creative talents and develop new skills. The program is inclusive, targeting benefits for all students, regardless of their background or skill level. By participating in this program, students will have the opportunity to engage in artistic expression, enhance their appreciation for the arts, and foster a supportive community of young artists. The initiative not only aims to cultivate students' artistic abilities but also to contribute to their overall personal and academic growth. To make sure we are building something the community wants to be a part of, these inputs and opinions are vital in the creation process. Please SHARE these surveys with students and staff: ⭐ Students (English): https://bit.ly/3IrdC39 ⭐ Encuesta sobre Programas Extraescolares para Estudiantes (Grados 6-12): https://bit.ly/3uT9RjP ⭐ School Staff (English): https://bit.ly/49UYo1Y ⭐ 6th-12th Parent/Guardian (English): https://bit.ly/49MsbdE ⭐ Encuesta sobre Programas Extraescolares para Padres/Tutores de Estudiantes (Grados 6-12) https://shorturl.at/cjmF2 ❓ Questions? Reach out to VB County Youth Initiative Coordinator, Erin Kucharski, at ekucharski@vbisd.org

✨🎨 Calling all young artists of Van Buren County! 🎵🎭 We've listened to your voices, and we're thrilled to announce the launch of the Van Buren Youth Initiative, a vibrant tapestry of after-school programs designed to inspire, nurture, and showcase your incredible talents. To help continue to hit the mark we need your input! 🤩 Students (English): https://bit.ly/3IrdC39 School Staff (English): https://bit.ly/49UYo1Y 6th-12th Parent/Guardian (English): https://bit.ly/49MsbdE Encuesta sobre Programas Extraescolares para Estudiantes (Grados 6-12): https://bit.ly/3uT9RjP Encuesta sobre Programas Extraescolares para Padres/Tutores de Estudiantes (Grados 6-12) https://shorturl.at/cjmF2 From the drama enthusiasts to the future Picassos, the violin virtuosos to the dance trailblazers - this is your stage, your canvas, your arena! 🔹 Paint and brush strokes 🔹 Musical notes and instruments 🔹 Theater scripts and spotlights 🔹 Dance moves and rhythms We're weaving together a program as diverse and dynamic as you are. Thanks to the feedback from students, parents, and faculty, we're curating experiences that not only match your interests but are also tailored to fit your schedules. Stay tuned for more details, and get ready to step into a world where your artistic dreams take flight! 🌟 Join us. Create, learn, and grow. Because here in Van Buren County, #ArtMatters. #VanBurenYouthInitiative #FineArts #AfterSchoolProgram #YouthArt #CreativeMinds #VanBurenCounty

Due to inclement weather Baseball and Softball games have been cancelled on Wednesday March 20th.

2024 HS Varsity Spring Sports Schedules ⚾🥎⚽🏃

Last week, MS students took on staff members in a volleyball match!

This past Saturday, on March 16th, 19 Hartford Huskies traveled to WMU to compete in Science Olympiad. All participants did their best and Mr. Thiele and Mr. Morsaw appreciates all your hard work for this year. We want to thank our seniors, Jairo Lopez, Jeremy Blocker, Isabella Stroud, Dulce Rocha, Emily Muller, Elizabeth Eide, and Kaia Hanners. We wish all our seniors good luck in their future endeavors and the work they did for the Science Department. The following Hartford Huskies received medals for their efforts: 5th place finishers in Chemistry Lab were Weston Pitcher and Alissa Cardenas 5th place finisher in Fermi Questions were Eric Blocker 5th place finishers in Anatomy & Physiology were Alissa Cardenas and Laura Barcenas-Perez 5th place finishers in Fossils were Weston Pitcher and Meredyth Morsaw 7th place finishers in Forestry were Alissa Cardenas and Kaia Hanners 1st place finisher in Optics was Eric Blocker 1st place finishers in Geologic Mapping were Olises Perez and Andrea Diaz 5th place finishers in Scrambler were Meredyth Morsaw and Alissa Cardenas 4th place finishers in Wind Power were Meredyth Morsaw and Weston Pitcher Our 1st place finishers Eric Blocker, Jeremy Blocker, Olises Perez and Andrea Diaz have qualified to compete in the state competition at WMU on May 4th.

Class of 2024 Senior Spotlight! ✨ Senior Spotlight Form: https://forms.gle/TyutrY4Cvj6wjBjM9

Today's HS Sports Practice Times Due to Weather:

Happy Pi Day from Hartford Public Schools! Today we celebrate mathematics 🧠 📚

Save the Date for Family Math Night Redwood!

Class of 2024 Senior Spotlight! ✨ Senior Spotlight Form: https://forms.gle/TyutrY4Cvj6wjBjM9

Hartford Public Schools is hiring the Middle School Principal position for the 2024-2025 school year! Anyone who is interested can contact parkerj@hpsmi.org or call 269-621-7000. Visit https://www.hpsmi.org/page/employment-opportunities for details.

Rock Your Socks for World Down Syndrome Day!

Hartford High School Presents: Mamma Mia! The Musical Shows Times: March 22&23 @ 7PM, March 24 @ 2 PM Scan the QR to get your tickets now! Or visit: https://search.seatyourself.biz/webstore/accounts/hpsmi/buy-tix

The JV Basketball Banquet will be Thursday (3/14) at 6:00 PM The Varsity Basketball Banquet will be Friday (3/15) at 6:00 PM

Class of 2024 Senior Spotlight! ✨

Amy Klein, 4th grade teacher at Redwood, was awarded a Midwest Energy and Communications Strengthening schools grant in the amount of $1,678.00. The grant will provide a 154 book SEL (Social and Emotional Learning) Library for staff to check out, and use as interactive read alouds. These books will be available for staff to check out on a weekly basis. This special library collection can be used to teach self awareness, self management, social awareness, relationship skill, and responsible decision making. This will be a great toolbox to use as Redwood Staff continues to strengthen our relationships with students and families, through the Capturing Kids' Heart Model. A big thank you to Midwest Energy and Communication for investing in our youth, as they are the future leaders of our world!

Varsity Girls Basketball District Final Game Photos: https://hartfordpublicschools55.pixieset.com/districtfinalvarsitygirlsvswatervliet/

Varsity Girls Basketball travels to Bronson tonight for the first round of Regionals vs Niles Brandywine. Good luck Huskies!

HS Spring Sports Tryouts/Practice Times (March 11)