Dear Hartford Families,

We are excited to share that Hartford Public Schools will once again participate in the Michigan Summer Food Service Program through the Meet Up and Eat Up initiative this summer!

Free, nutritious meals will be available for all children and teens ages 18 and under at Redwood Elementary throughout the summer. There is no registration, no paperwork, and no cost to families.

Redwood Elementary Summer Meal Pick-Up Information
Location: Redwood Elementary
395 Woodside Dr.
Hartford, MI 49057

Program Dates: June 1, 2026 – August 16, 2026

Meal Distribution Day: Mondays
Time: 4:00 PM – 6:30 PM

Families may pick up meals to go during the scheduled distribution time each Monday.

About the Meet Up and Eat Up Program
The Meet Up and Eat Up program helps ensure children continue to have access to healthy meals during the summer months when school is not in session. Meals are free and available to all children and teens, regardless of household income.

Benefits of the program include:

Healthy meals and snacks at no cost
Convenient neighborhood meal locations
Continued nutritional support throughout the summer
For additional information, please contact Hartford Public Schools at 269-621-7000.

We encourage all families to take advantage of this wonderful opportunity to help keep children healthy, nourished, and ready for a great summer.
2 months ago, HPS
Colorful flyer promoting free summer meals for children and teens in Michigan. The center shows two children smiling and eating together, with smaller photos of healthy foods and a diverse group of children. Large headline reads, “Free Summer Meals for Children and Teens!” The flyer explains that children and teens can receive free nutritious meals at locations across Michigan during the summer with no sign-up or cost. Benefits listed include healthy food, neighborhood meal locations, and summer-long meal support. A QR code and website (mcgi.state.mi.us/schoolnutrition/) are provided to help families find nearby meal sites. Logos for “Meet Up and Eat Up” and “SUN Meals” appear at the bottom.
☀️ School’s out for summer! 🎉

Thank you all for an amazing school year. We hope you have a fun, safe, and relaxing summer break! 😎🌴

We’ll see you again on August 24 for the start of the 2026–2027 school year! 🍎✏️
3 months ago, HPS
Graphic announcing Hartford Public Schools' summer break. A green and white abstract background with a wolf mascot logo in the upper-right corner surrounds a dark gray center panel. The panel reads: "Hartford Public Schools" above large green text that says "Summer Break," with the dates "June 1st – August 24th" below. The design uses the school's green, white, and gray colors.
Reminder: Tomorrow, Friday May 29th is a scheduled Half Day for the last day of the 2025-2026 school year. High School, Middle School, and Alternative Education will be released at 11:15am and Redwood Elementary will be released at 11:30am. Recordatorio: Mañana, viernes 29 de mayo, está programada una jornada de medio día con motivo del último día del año escolar 2025-2026. Los estudiantes de la Escuela Secundaria, la Escuela Intermedia y Educación Alternativa saldrán a las 11:15 a. m., y los de la Escuela Primaria Redwood saldrán a las 11:30 a. m.
3 months ago, HPS

Spring senior banners may be picked up in the high school office.
If the $25 fee has not yet been paid, please submit payment at the time of pickup.

3 months ago, HPS
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!

Please fill out the table request form by August 7th. This is a FREE community engagement event, NO SALES ALLOWED.

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
3 months ago, HPS
he image is a promotional flyer for a school “Back 2 School Bash 26” event with a green-and-white Hartford Huskies theme. Key details on the flyer: Event Name: Back 2 School Bash 26 Purpose: Table Request / community engagement event Deadline: Please fill out the table request form by August 7th Important note: “This is a FREE community engagement event” “NO SALES ALLOWED.” Contact Information: Phone: (269) 621-7145 Website: hpsmi.org Additional elements: Hartford Huskies wolf logo in the center QR code for the table request form Large bold “BASH 26” headline at the top.
New HPS job posting: Senior Technology Support Specialist
3 months ago, HPS
Job posting
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Reminder: Hartford Public Schools’ School of Choice enrollment window for 2026-2027 IS NOW OPEN! Applications will be accepted through the remainder of this week. Families can explore unique educational opportunities and complete enrollment online at www.hpsmi.org/page/enrollment.

Please call 269-621-7000 if you have any questions.
3 months ago, HPS
Promotional flyer for Hartford Public Schools’ “School of Choice” enrollment. Large text reads “ENROLL – School of Choice – Accepting Applications May 18th–May 29th – APPLY NOW!” The word “ENROLL” is filled with photos of smiling students participating in school activities, including sports, art, and classroom events. A QR code appears in the lower left corner, and the website “https://www.hpsmi.org/page/enrollment” is listed at the bottom. The school mascot logo, a husky, is shown in the top right corner.
Please remember to pick up all student medications, including inhalers and EpiPens, from school offices by May 29. A parent or guardian must sign out all medications, and any medications not picked up will be discarded. Students returning for the 2026–2027 school year will also need updated Medication Administration Plans and Action Plans on file.
3 months ago, HPS
Colorful “End of the Year Medication Pick Up” flyer reminding parents to pick up student medications, including inhalers and EpiPens, from the school office by May 29. The flyer notes that a parent must sign out medications, medications will not be sent home with students, and unclaimed medications will be discarded. It also reminds families that new Medication Administration Plans and Action Plans are required for the 2026–2027 school year. Summer-themed graphics include a bucket, shovel, beach ball, sunglasses, and prescription bottles.
Reminder: There is NO SCHOOL, Monday May 25th in observance of Memorial Day.
3 months ago, HPS
Physicals are required for any student (6th-12th grade) planning on participating in a sport for the 2026-2027 school year.
Sports physicals will be available today @ the high school from 2:45pm to 5pm for parents/guardians that would like to bring their student-athlete.
$30 each student and paperwork will be available to fill out.

Contact (269) 621-7103 with any questions
3 months ago, HPS
Reminder: Hartford Public Schools’ School of Choice enrollment window for 2026-2027 IS NOW OPEN! Applications will be accepted May 18th–May 29th. Families can explore unique educational opportunities and complete enrollment online at www.hpsmi.org/page/enrollment.

Please call 269-621-7000 if you have any questions.
3 months ago, HPS
Main text: “HARTFORD PUBLIC SCHOOLS” Large headline: “ENROLL” “SCHOOL OF CHOICE” “Accepting Applications” “May 18th – May 29th” Additional information: “Enrollment information:” URL: https://www.hpsmi.org/page/enrollment Design details: Green and white color scheme Multiple photos of students embedded inside the letters of “ENROLL” A husky/wolf school mascot logo appears in the top-right corner.
Tonight's Athletics (5/19/26):
🏃Varsity Track @ Comstock - AWAY @ 4:30PM
⚽️Middle School Girls B Soccer vs Saugatuck - HOME @ 5PM
3 months ago, HPS
🚨 LAST CALL for Strawberry Run sponsors! 🍓🏃‍♂️

We’re looking for sponsors for the 5k Strawberry Run on June 13th in Hartford, MI. This is a great opportunity to support local cross country and track & field programs while getting your business involved in a fun community event!

For sponsorship details, contact Sarah Manning at: mannings@hpsmi.org

Want to participate in the run?
Scan the QR code on the flyer to sign up!

📍 Hartford, MI — 121 School St
⏰ Starts at 8 AM
💲 Registration: $35

🚨 ¡Último llamado para patrocinadores de la Strawberry Run! 🍓🏃‍♂️

Buscamos patrocinadores para la carrera de 5 km «Strawberry Run», que se celebrará el 13 de junio en Hartford, MI. ¡Esta es una gran oportunidad para apoyar los programas locales de campo a través y atletismo, a la vez que involucra a su negocio en un divertido evento comunitario!

Para obtener detalles sobre el patrocinio, comuníquese con Sarah Manning en: mannings@hpsmi.org

¿Desea participar en la carrera?
¡Escanee el código QR del folleto para inscribirse!

📍 Hartford, MI — 121 School St
⏰ Comienza a las 8:00 a. m.
💲 Inscripción: $35
3 months ago, HPS
Colorful promotional graphic for the “Strawberry 5K Run” on June 13th in Hartford, Michigan. The design features large green “5K RUN” text with bold red “STRAWERRY” lettering across the center. A smiling cartoon strawberry character wearing red sneakers is running in the middle of the flyer. Event details include an 8 AM start time, registration cost of $35, and location at 121 School St, Hartford, MI. A QR code labeled “Sign Up Link” appears on the left side for race registration. The flyer also mentions partnership with Hartford Cross Country and Track & Field programs and includes local organization logos at the bottom.
The varsity softball game home vs. Bridgman has been cancelled.
3 months ago, HPS
High School Principal's Weekly Newsletter: https://app.smore.com/n/y3w1u-hartford-high-updates-5-15-2026
3 months ago, HPS
Hartford High School hosted Redwood Elementary today for Field Day!

PHOTOS: https://hartfordpublicschools55.pixieset.com/2026redwoodfielddayathartfordhighschool/
3 months ago, HPS
A young boy throws a blue disc toward a disc golf basket during Field Day while high school students and younger kids smile and watch on the grass field. The scene captures a fun, energetic atmosphere with teamwork, games, and school spirit.

Attention Hartford Families: The North Center Street Railroad crossing will be closed beginning May 18, 2026, due to construction, impacting travel to Hartford High School and Hartford Middle School. The crossing is expected to remain closed for approximately five days. Please plan alternate routes and allow extra travel time during this period.

3 months ago, HPS
An aerial map of Hartford showing the area around Hartford Middle School, Hartford Athletic Field, Van Buren Trail State Park, and nearby neighborhoods. Yellow highlighted lines mark designated alternate traffic routes around a railroad crossing construction site. A red “X” marks the railroad crossing closure near the center of the map. The detour routes loop around residential streets and connect to surrounding roads west, south, and east of the closure area.
Congratulations to the Hartford High School Class of 2026! 🎓💚
Your hard work, perseverance, and accomplishments have led to this incredible milestone. We are proud of all you have achieved and excited to see the impact you will make in the future. Best wishes as you begin your next chapter!

¡Felicidades a la Clase de 2026 de Hartford High School! 🎓💚
Su arduo trabajo, perseverancia y logros los han llevado a este increíble hito. Estamos orgullosos de todo lo que han alcanzado y entusiasmados por ver el impacto que generarán en el futuro. ¡Les deseamos lo mejor al comenzar su próximo capítulo!
3 months ago, HPS
Aerial view of Hartford High School’s graduation ceremony on the football field. Graduates wearing green caps and gowns stand in groups on the grass while tossing caps into the air in celebration. A speaker stands at a podium in the center of the field, with Hartford-branded tables and decorations in the foreground. Bleachers, school buildings, parked cars, and a clear blue sky appear in the background.
Hartford Public Schools’ School of Choice enrollment window for 2026-2027 opens next week! Applications will be accepted May 18th–May 29th. Families can explore unique educational opportunities and complete enrollment online at www.hpsmi.org/page/enrollment.
3 months ago, HPS
Flyer for Hartford Public Schools promoting “Enroll School of Choice.” The design features large green and white text with photos of students incorporated into the word “ENROLL.” Text states that applications are being accepted May 18th through May 29th and includes enrollment information with the website link: www.hpsmi.org/page/enrollment . A Hartford Public Schools wolf logo appears in the top right corner.
🎓 Today is Graduation day! Congratulations to the Hartford High School Class of 2026! 🎓
Join us tonight at 6:00 P.M. as we celebrate the achievements and successes of our graduating seniors during the HHS Graduation Ceremony at the Hartford High School Football Field.

Unable to attend in person? The ceremony will be streamed LIVE on the Hartford High School Facebook page. 🎥💚
Facebook Link: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100057112223526

📍 Hartford High School Football Field
121 School Street

Please note that parking will not be permitted in the bus loading area or the Central Office parking lot, as these areas will be reserved for handicap permit parking only. General parking will be available in the high school parking lot, middle school parking lot, and on the east end of the football field. Please do not park on the soccer field.

Additionally, large signs and balloon arrangements will not be permitted in the bleachers.

🎓 ¡Hoy es el día de la graduación! ¡Felicidades a la Clase de 2026 de Hartford High School! 🎓
Acompáñenos esta noche a las 6:00 p. m. para celebrar los logros y éxitos de nuestros estudiantes graduandos durante la Ceremonia de Graduación de HHS en Hartford High School.
¿No puede asistir en persona? La ceremonia se transmitirá EN VIVO a través de la página de Facebook de Hartford High School. 🎥💚 Facebook Link: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100057112223526

📍 Hartford High School Football Field
121 School Street, Hartford, MI

Tenga en cuenta que no se permitirá estacionar en el área de carga de autobuses ni en el estacionamiento de la Oficina Central, ya que estas zonas estarán reservadas exclusivamente para vehículos con permiso de estacionamiento para personas con discapacidad. Habrá estacionamiento general disponible en el estacionamiento de la escuela secundaria, en el estacionamiento de la escuela intermedia y en el extremo este del campo de fútbol americano. Por favor, no estacione en el campo de fútbol soccer.

Además, no se permitirá el ingreso de letreros grandes ni de arreglos de globos a las gradas.
3 months ago, HPS
A graduation announcement poster for the Hartford High School Class of 2026. The design features large green “2026” numbers with a husky mascot wearing a graduation cap in place of the zero. Text announces the Graduation Ceremony on Thursday, May 14 at 6:00 P.M. at Hartford High School, 121 School Street. The poster also notes the ceremony will be streamed live on the Hartford High School Facebook page and includes a background of scattered graduation caps.
A satellite map of the Hartford High School and Hartford Middle School campus with designated graduation parking areas outlined in red. Parking is available in a large grass lot near the track on the east side of campus, in a southwest parking lot, and along the south side near the basketball courts. A “No Parking” area is marked near the front of Hartford High School. A blue handicap-accessible parking symbol is shown near the main entrance area.