Hastings High School

Office Phone: 269-948-4409

Thursday 9/4/25

Elevator Use

Saxons! Please be reminded that the elevator is not for everyday use. Students are not allowed to use the elevator unless approved by the office.  

Thank you for meeting this expectation!

SADD Club- Parking Spots

Attention Saxons:  There are still plenty of parking spots available!  For only $20 you can reserve your own personal spot.  See Mrs. Newberry in Room B123 to get your spot.  If you have forgotten your spot number, check with Mrs. Newberry.

The SADD club and Math team are hosting a parking spot painting contest.  Have your spot painted by September 30 to enter!  Judging will happen on Wednesday October 1 at 3:15 pm.  Categories include Most Creative Design, Best Saxon Spirit, Funniest Design and Judges' Favorite.  The owners of the 4 top spots will win $20 gift cards to Amazon.

Please do not park in any spot that has been painted unless you have paid for it.  If you purchased a spot but did not paint it,  we can not stop other people from parking in your spot!

School Pictures

*Please note the new website*
Picture day was August 18th. Those photos are now available to view and purchase through Geskus Photography https://gpi.portraitpics.co/login. You can view your student’s photo using the webcode or QR code on the card they were given on picture day. If they do not have the card you can call Geskus at 1-800-473-3885 to get their personal webcode for viewing their photo. Picture retake day will be Friday, October 3.

Yearbook

Attention Saxons: there is a new email address for yearbook. Please send all questions and pictures to this new email hsyearbook@hassk12.org. Thanks, Mr. Moray & Mrs Delaphiano

STUDENT SERVICES

Schedule Changes

1st semester schedule change adjustments have been completed.  No further requests will be evaluated. 
If you have a concern about a schedule adjustment for 2nd semester, those will be addressed closer to November.  Please be reminded that a Schedule Changes for 2nd semester will ONLY be considered for the following reasons:

·    Student is missing a core academic course

·    Student has an empty class period schedule

·    Student has two classes scheduled during the same period

·    Student is not in the correct placement level (Honors, AP)           

·    Student has already completed specific course or equivalency

·    Teacher has recommended a course change due to inaccurate level placement       (9/8)

Senior SAT Retake Dates
Seniors interested in retaking their SAT, please note that fall national SAT Testing Date sign ups deadlines are quickly approaching.  HHS does not host any fall SAT tests.  Students who wish to retake the assessment need to log into their College Board account, choose a date and testing location.  The October 4, 2025 test sign up deadline is only about 2 weeks away (9/19/25).  Anyone not able to afford the $68 testing fee should inquire with Ms. Peg or Ms. Tolles to see if they qualify for a fee waiver.  (9/10)

RepVisits:

Students interested in learning more about Northern Michigan University can sign-up to join an information meeting on Wednesday September 17th. Please sign-up for Naviance if you would like to attend. (9/15)

Lawrence Technological University will be here at HHS on Friday September 19th. Students interested in attending this meeting must sign-up through Naviance. (9/17)

A representative from Michigan Technological University will be here on Monday September 22 to meet with interested students. Sign up in Naviance if you would like to attend, and remember that grades, attendance, and behavior are criteria which will be looked at. (9/19)

Students interested in learning more about Lansing Community College should sign-up to attend an informational meeting on Wednesday September 24. Remember, you must sign-up through Naviance to attend. (9/22)

A representative from Trine University will be here on Monday September 22 to meet with interested students. Sign up in Naviance if you would like to attend, and remember that grades, attendance, and behavior are criteria which will be looked at. (9/22)

Alma College will have a representative here at HHS on Thursday September 25. Students who are interested in learning more about this college should sign-up through Naviance to attend. (9/25)

Athletics

- To view current Sports Schedules, visit our website or click here: https://hastingshighschool.bigteams.com/main/calendar

-Sub sale fundraiser is underway.  Forms and money to be turned in September 15 and pick up will be October 2.

-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 GOLF: Attention all HHS ladies interested in nature walks, fun conversation, & sun.  Good news, there are still openings on the Saxon Golf team this Fall.  No experience needed, all are invited.  No clubs? No problem.  We'll figure it out.  Please see Mr. Mohn is the athletic office for more information on joining the team and learning a life-long sport.

-BOYS TENNIS: The team is always looking for more players. Tennis is a great sport to work on cardio, foot work, and hand/eye coordination for fall and spring sports. Play golf? You should play tennis too! Play baseball? Tennis helps with your swing. See Mrs. Schueller if interested. 

-Attention Boys Basketball athletes:

An 8 week Pre-season Performance Program will begin on Monday, September 15 at 3:30 pm in the HS weight room

-Open to all students planning to try out for basketball this year and are not currently participating in a Fall sport

-Sessions will run 3-4 days per week, each lasting 45 minutes-1 hour

-Program runs until 2 weeks before basketball season begins

-No cost to participate

This is your chance to become the strongest version of yourself before the season starts.

A sign up sheet is available in the Athletic Office.  

RESULTS from coaches

Freshman Volleyball

Sept 2- The Hastings Freshman Volleyball team traveled to Lakewood High School on Tuesday, September 2nd, for an exciting night of volleyball action!

In their first match, the Saxons faced off against a tough Lakewood team. Hastings came out strong, winning the first set, but dropped the second in a hard-fought battle. The team rallied together and came back with determination to win the third set and take the match! The game featured some powerful hits from Layla Armour, Khloe Blantz, and Rylee Hanford, along with strong serving from Evelyn Webb and Autumn Mayack.

The second match of the night was against TK (Thornapple Kellogg). After a tough start and a first-set loss, the Saxons bounced back with grit and energy to win the final two sets and secure their second victory of the night! Standout hitters included Abby Frazer, Rylee Hanford, and Hadley Grove. Excellent passing came from Autumn Mayack, Lillian Endsley, Riley Furrow, London Hammond, and Molly McFarlan.

Sept 3- The Hastings freshman volleyball team traveled to Plainwell to take on the Trojans in a competitive match. After dropping the first set, the Saxons came back with fire and determination to win the next two sets in thrilling, close fashion.

The team had standout performances across the board. Rylee Hanford and London Hammond delivered strong, consistent serves that helped shift the momentum. Evelyn Webb stepped up with some great assists, setting up powerful hits from Rylee Hanford, Hadley Grove, and Khloe Blantz. On the defensive end, Lillian Endsley and Autumn Mayack led the team in passes, keeping the Saxons in control during crucial rallies.

The Saxons will be back in action as they travel to Olivet to compete on Thursday, September 4. Good luck, Saxons

Boys Tennis

The Boys' Tennis Team hosted TK last night. Evenly matched, the night was filled with incredibly long rallies and tie-breakers. The lone win came from Owen Boge at first singles, winning in a third set tie-breaker. On the court for 2 hours and 15 minutes, Owen won the first and dropped the second set, but came back strong in the tie-breaker to win 10-4. At first doubles Anderson Forell and Greg Rutkowski won their first, dropped the second and couldn't fight back losing the tie-breaker 4-10. Sam Webb at second singles lost the first set in a close tie-breaker and couldn't come back in the second. The team hosts Harper Creek on Thursday. 

Upcoming Events

- Sept. 22 – Blood Drive

- Oct. 3 – Picture Retakes