Hastings High School

Office Phone: 269-948-4409

Tuesday 9/15/26

PRINCIPAL PARENT LETTER

Please click here to view a message from Mr. Powell. (9/25)

HOMECOMING

Homecoming will be the week of 9/19 - 9/26/2026. This year "the magic, the myth, and the force come home this Homecoming season!".

Seniors - Star Wars

Juniors - Oz

Sophomores - Harry Potter

Freshman - Percy Jackson and the Olympians 

Click HERE to see all the Homecoming information and for links to the grade-level pages!

Float Building begins Sunday, September 13. Check your grade level schedule in the hallways or online for building days, time and locations.

Homecoming Dance Tickets
Dance tickets go on sale Monday September 14! They will be available at both lunches for $15 each. Tickets may only be purchased for individual’s 9th grade - 20 years of age. If you plan on bringing a guest from another school, please obtain a guest form at the ticket table and get it back to the main office no later than Thursday September 24. Only students of high
school age -20 will be permitted at the dance.

Powder Puff
The Powder Puff game will take place on Tuesday, September 22nd at 7pm! Plan to come for the game and stay for the bonfire immediately after.

STUDENT SERVICES

AP CONTRACTS
AP Students, if you have not already turned in your signed contract, please return that to the counseling department before September 25th.  Thank you!   (9/25)

JUNIORS PSAT/NMSQT
Class of 2028:  Please contact Mrs. Hawthorne by Wednesday, September 16 if you are interested in taking the PSAT/NMSQT (Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test) on Thursday, October 8th. 
There will be an $18 fee, unless the student qualifies for free or reduced lunch. Payment is due on 9/16. If payment is not received, students will not be registered for the test.

The PSAT/NMSQT is the only qualifying test for the National Merit® Scholarship Program, an academic competition for recognition and scholarships conducted by National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC®).
Interested 11th graders may email:  kikki.hawthorne@hassk12.org   (9/16)

LINK CREW
Attention Freshman - There will be a Homecoming Link event on Tuesday, September 15, during the last half of 2nd hour in the gym. You will learn all about the many homecoming events and have some fun with your group.  (9/15)

SENIOR MEETINGS IN ENGLISH CLASSES
Seniors, mark your calendars for the upcoming Senior Meetings taking place on September 16 in your English class hour. Counselors will assist you with starting college applications and financial aid applications.  Please plan to bring your charged laptop and charger with you.  (9/15)

REP VISITS

Attention ALL STUDENTS!  We have a few college rep visits coming up!  Sign-ups are open for 9th-12th graders.  If you would like to attend, please sign-up through your Naviance account.

- Western Michigan University- Thursday, September 17, 9:04am  (sign-up deadline: 9/15)

- Grand Rapids Community College - Thursday, September 17, 2pm (sign up deadline 9/15/0

- Lansing Community College - Tuesday, September 22, 2pm (sign up deadline: 9/20)
- University of Chicago - Wednesday, September 23, 12:56pm (sign up deadline: 9/22)

- Kalamazoo College - Monday, September 28, 12:56pm (sign up deadline: 9/26)

- Davenport University-Grand Rapids - Wednesday, September 30, 12:56pm (sign up deadline: 9/28)

 Questions?  See Mrs. Herbert in the Counseling Department.   (9/28)

JOB OPPORTUNITIES

- YMCA of Barry County is looking for fun, energetic high school students to join their Y Time Afterschool Program staff team!  Y Time runs Monday–Friday from 3:00–6:00 PM.  They are looking for applicants who love working with kids, enjoy being active, and bring a positive, fun-loving attitude. To apply, fill out the application online here: https://www.ymcaofbarrycounty.org/get-involved/employment/ Questions? Email Shay: shay@ymcaofbarrycounty.org    (9/22)

- The CERC is looking to add more lifeguards to their amazing CERC Aquatics Team! If you’re interested in a fun and rewarding job where you can make a difference, please email CERC@hassk12.org for more information or to reserve your spot.  Come join the team and help keep our community swimming strong!

Lifeguard Certification Course
Dates:

·  Friday, Oct. 2 – 3:30–6:00 PM

·  Saturday, Oct. 3 – 9:00 AM–5:00 PM

·  Sunday, Oct. 4 – 9:00 AM–5:00 PM

Some online coursework must be completed before the in-person sessions.
Training and certification will be provided — no experience necessary!

CLUBS

YIG
SAXONS! 

The City to Students application is open and has been sent to 9th and 10th grade emails. This is really unique opportunity for students to be involved in their local government.  The application and parent permission slips are due by October 14.  Permission slips can be turned into Ms. Putnam in room, B205.  If you need a permission slip, please see me for copy. If you have questions, please see Ms. Putnam or Meredith Ansorge. (9/22)

BPA
Students interested in developing essential skills in business, finance, and technology are invited to attend the first Business Professionals of America (BPA) meeting on Wednesday, September 23rd at 3:00 PM. As a premier career and technical student organization, BPA prepares students for the modern workforce by building leadership, professionalism, and academic excellence. Members gain hands-on experience through the Workplace Skills Assessment Program—featuring over 100 competitive events in fields like digital media and management—and have the opportunity to showcase their talents at regional, state, and national levels, culminating at the National Leadership Conference in Denver, Colorado, in May 2027. (9/16)

FCA
This Wednesday morning at 7:20 the FCA will meet in Room B116.  Come join us for some food, refreshments, and prayer. (9/16) 

ATHLETICS CLUBS

- To view current Sports Schedules, visit our website or click here: https://websites.eventlink.com/s/hastings-high-school

-If you have not set up a Final Forms account please do so. Information on how to set up an account can be found on the Athletics page of the school website. 

Girls Track
Girls track team, please check your team reach for an important message from Coach Slaughter. (9/15)

Important Message for ALL Athletes
Athletes are required to have a Final Forms account in order to participate in a sport.  This account must be set up by the parent/guardian.  If you already have an account, please make sure to update your information and upload a current physical.

RESULTS from coaches

Girls Golf
Hastings Girls Golf teed off in cold, foggy conditions on Monday morning at Marywood Golf Course for their final I-8 Jamboree of the season, finishing fifth. Junior Lilli Edger led the team, carding an 87 to finish third individually — her sixth top finish of the year. The Saxons battled some rough conditions early and found their footing as the day warmed up.

Boys Tennis
The Boys' Tennis team hosted Parma on Monday. Owen Boge dominated his match at first singles with strong serving and forehands and took an 8-1 win. Though they could not convert to a win, close matches were played by Greg Rutkowski at third singles and at first doubles by Aiden Newell and Cody Garms.

UPCOMING EVENTS

September 21st-25th – Spirit Week

September 22nd – Powder Puff Football Game

September 25th – Homecoming vs Western

September 26th - Blood Drive

October 7th - Musical Launch Party in the HPAC at 3:05 

October 8th – Fall Choir Concert 7pm

October 9th – Picture Retakes