The Hastings High School staff would like to thank all parents and community members who so graciously supported our teachers and staff during Teacher Appreciation Week! We had a delicious lunch and a week's worth of snacks, chips, candy, ice cream - you name it! THANK YOU to our wonderful families and community! You ROCK!!
Today, Tech Ninjas from all four elementary buildings visited the CTE department at the high school. Students visited Engineering Design, Culinary Arts, Agriculture, Construction Trades, Welding, Business, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, and Marketing classes. High School students shared their expertise and students enjoyed learning about their future opportunities, trying a few new things, and making candy sushi! Big thanks to our students and staff in HHS CTE for hosting the ninjas for their culminating experiece after a year of hard work!
This morning, Zoe Watson officially signed her National Letter of Intent to compete in track & field at the University of Olivet. She'll be proudly representing the blue and gold at the next level, and we couldn't be more proud of her hard work and dedication. 💙💛
Hands-on science in action! 🌊🔬
Last week, our High School Aquatic Ecology class had an incredible opportunity to partner with the Annis Water Resources Institute (AWRI) for a field science experience on Spring Lake and Lake Michigan, made possible by a generous grant from the Hastings Education Enrichment Foundation (HEEF).
Students boarded a research vessel to explore real-world environmental science, learning new problem-solving skills, collecting data, and discussing Great Lakes-specific ecological issues directly with scientists in the field.
A big thank you to HEEF for funding this experience, and to AWRI for hosting our students on the water.
A special shoutout is due for 10 of our student-athletes who were recognized last night at Harper Creek High School for earning I-8 Scholar Athlete honors. The criteria used for selection for this honor include earning two varsity letters (minimum) during their senior year and qualifying within the top 10 of those students who accomplished that feat.
The list is as follows:
- Isabel Gee
- Donald Kuck
- Brandon Simmons
- Kennedy Lewis
- Victoria Tack
- Jordan Milanowski
- Rachael Hewitt
- Naomi Grummet
- Micah Johnson
- Jett Barnum
Congratulations to these young people that have left an indelible mark on Hastings High School during their careers as Saxon student-athletes. Congrats, also, to their families and educators who have played a significant supporting role in their successes.
Today, the GFWC Hastings Women’s Club welcomed our senior girls for the cherished annual Senior Tea, a tradition where generations of women come together to share wisdom, encouragement, and inspiration as our Saxon seniors prepare for life beyond high school.
This year’s tea featured two dynamic guest speakers, Danielle Schneider, and Sophia Baker, both of whom work in the engineering field. They shared powerful insights about breaking into, and succeeding, in all industries and encouraged our seniors to follow their passions.
The club also presented a scholarship to senior Lilyah Solmes, who, like the keynote speakers, will study engineering this fall at BYU.
Thank you to the Hastings Women’s Club for your hospitality!
The 80-degree, sunny weather was the perfect backdrop for the Hastings Steel Drum Band yesterday afternoon. The Saxons took the stage at Thornapple Plaza to perform as part of day one of Thornapple Arts Council's Jazz Fest!
They handle the work behind the scenes, in front of the scenes and pretty much everywhere else. Yesterday was National Administrative Professionals Day, and we extended a huge thank you to our rock star staff of administrative assistants and secretaries!
A 🎵 music-filled 🎶 week in on tap as the Thornapple Arts Council Jazz Fest hits the streets of Hastings!
Our talented Saxon musicians will be performing alongside bands from all across the state. Check out this schedule to see where and when they’re performing.
Come out, show your support, and soak up sounds from some great musicians.
From field trips to game days, our students are always on the go—and it’s all thanks to the awesome folks behind the wheel. 🚌 Today is Bus Driver Appreciation Day, and we’re sending a big thank you to our incredible drivers who keep things rolling safely and smoothly. Let’s show them some love!
Our school board will be meeting on Monday, April 21 at Hastings Middle School.
Happy Easter to the Saxon community!
Congrats to the newly-named drum majors for the upcoming marching band season!
While our halls are empty of students over spring break, crews have kicked off another important bond-funded project as they work to renovate the boys and girls lorckerrooms at the high school. This will lead into a total renovation of the athletic commons over the summer!
Hastings Area Schools were represented well at the 2025 Michigan Art Education Association State Show in Adrian, which wrapped up over the weekend.
Held at the Hickman Gallery on the campus of Adrian College, the show featured the top 100 works from elementary and high school students across the state.
Central Elementary fifth grader Kallen and Southeastern Elementary kindergartener DJ had work displayed at the show. Kallen’s work depicted a Husky Zentangle and DJ’s piece was a penguin.
Additionally, Hastings High School senior Raine created a piece titled Star Within The Tar, which made it into the top 30 in the state. Great work, everyone!
The high school’s ag science class finished off its last day before Spring Break with a chicken lab and a special visitor — Mrs. Mayack’s peacock.
Three years ago, this peacock spent his first few months living in the ag room/greenhouse and loves his students. It was great to have him back to visit and students were able to see how much he has grown.
Yesterday Southeastern Elementary student council members battled the frigid weather this morning to install some new homes for the community's winged population. These students were out on the large property near Green Street and Cook Road installing a series of bird houses. They're move-in ready!
On March 31st Star Elementary welcomed in a guest mystery reader to help cap off March Is Reading Month. It was Dr. Damico, our own superintendent. He shared a great story and peppered in some "dad jokes" (his specialty)!
March 28 was PBIS reward day for our eighth graders, and they are spending it at Craig's Cruisers. A well-earned trip for these students!
Our little learners in GSRP celebrated 100 days of school today! Here are the students at Central Elementary decked out in their '100 Days Smarter' crowns!
