Tonight's Athletics (9/21/26):
⚽️MS Boys Soccer @ Comstock (A) - 5PM
🏐MS Volleyball @ Decatur (A) - 6PM
⚽️Varsity Boys Soccer @ Comstock (A) - 6:30PM
12 days ago, HPS
Hartford Huskies gameday soccer graphic featuring a goalkeeper wearing an orange jersey with number 41. Hartford plays on the road against Comstock, with game times at 5:00 and 6:30 PM.
Hartford Huskies volleyball game graphic featuring a green-and-white volleyball above a net. Hartford plays at Decatur High School on September 21 at 6:00 PM.
HMS Students of the Week (9/18/26):
6th Grade: Avery Welsher - Avery is a great addition to Hartford Middle School. She is always prepared, responsible, a great contributor to class, and always takes pride in her academics.

7th Grade: Camila Garcia - Camila has had a wonderful start to the school year. She participates in class, does a great job on her assignments, and is kind to other students. She is a perfect example of what a student of the week should be like.

8th Grade: Noemi Noyola - Noemi has come to class every day ready to learn and do her best. Her smiling face and positive disposition are infectious and a real asset to her classes. Her teachers are all very proud of her and can’t wait to see how she continues to thrive and grow this year.
14 days ago, HPS
Student stands in front of a classroom wall holding a green “Student of the Week” certificate.
Student stands in front of a classroom wall holding a green “Student of the Week” certificate.
Student stands in front of a classroom wall holding a green “Student of the Week” certificate.
Spectators attending tonight's middle school B soccer game: the game will be played at the practice fields (see map). Please refer to the map for the field location and designated parking.

15 days ago, HPS
Aerial map of the Hartford High School and Hartford Middle School athletic complex showing directions for a soccer game. The entrance/admission area is marked off N. Edwin Street on the southeast side of campus. A red route leads north and then west along the north side of the football field to the designated parking area, with an arrow pointing toward the soccer field northwest of the football field.
Today, Hartford Middle School welcomed world-renowned motivational speaker Tony Hoffman! 🎤💚

Tony, a former BMX champion and Olympic coach, shared his powerful personal story with our students, opening up important conversations about mental health, substance use, overcoming adversity, and making positive choices.

A huge thank you to Tony for spending time with our students and sharing a message we hope will stick with them long after today.

We also thank the Youth Advisory Panel (YAP) and the county’s opioid settlement grant for making Tony’s visit to HMS possible!

¡Hoy, la escuela Hartford Middle School recibió al conferencista motivacional de renombre mundial Tony Hoffman! 🎤💚

Tony, ex campeón de BMX y entrenador olímpico, compartió su impactante historia personal con nuestros estudiantes, dando pie a conversaciones importantes sobre salud mental, consumo de sustancias, superación de adversidades y la toma de decisiones positivas.

¡Muchísimas gracias a Tony por dedicar tiempo a nuestros estudiantes y compartir un mensaje que esperamos perdure en ellos mucho más allá del día de hoy!

¡También agradecemos al Youth Advisory Panel (YAP) y a la subvención del condado proveniente del acuerdo sobre opioides por hacer posible la visita de Tony a HMS!
15 days ago, HPS
photo of motivational speaker tony hoffman speaking to hartford middle school students in the auditorium
Tonight 3 Hartford Soccer teams are at HOME!

⚽️MS Boys Soccer vs Black River (H) - 4PM
⚽️MS Boys B Soccer vs Black River (at HS Practice Field) (H) - 4PM
⚽️JV Boys Soccer vs Black River (H) - 5:30PM
15 days ago, HPS
Hartford Athletics graphic for September 18, 2026. Middle school boys soccer plays Black River at 4:00 PM, with an additional MS boys soccer game at 4:00 PM at the high school practice field. JV boys soccer plays Black River at 5:30 PM. Graphic features a Hartford soccer player in a green Huskies uniform holding a soccer ball.
Tonight's Athletics (9/17/26):
MS Volleyball vs Watervliet (H) - 4:30PM
Freshmen Volleyball vs Watervliet (H) - 5:30PM
15 days ago, HPS
We would like to extend our sincere gratitude to Chris Boot, Middle School Dean of Students, for his quick thinking and decisive action during a student emergency at lunch recently.

When a student began choking, Mr. Boot immediately stepped in and performed the Heimlich maneuver, successfully clearing the student’s airway.

Thank you, Mr. Boot, for acting without hesitation and being there when it mattered most. 💚
15 days ago, HPS
photo of middle school dean of students chris boot
Due to construction, Bus Route 3 may experience up to a 20 minute delay this afternoon.
16 days ago, HPS
Bus Route 4 has been cancelled for this afternoon (9/17/26)
16 days ago, HPS
REMINDER: There is NO SCHOOL tomorrow, Wednesday September 16th, for Staff Professional Development.

RECORDATORIO: Mañana, miércoles 16 de septiembre, no habrá clases debido a la jornada de desarrollo profesional del personal.
17 days ago, HPS
Due to construction, Bus Route 3 is running approximately 20 minutes behind schedule.
17 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! 💚🤍
18 days ago, HPS
hps tech team brody and forrest post in front of the hartford huskies backdrop
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!
18 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.
18 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.
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.
21 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
NEW HPS Athletics Website: https://websites.eventlink.com/s/hartford-public-schools-athletics

View schedules and more!
22 days ago, HPS
Tomorrow, September 10th, is the first Senior Citizen Luncheon of the 2026-2027 school year in the HS/MS Cafeteria from 1-2pm 🍽️
23 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.

23 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
23 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!
24 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.