Shhhhhhh… you didn’t hear this from us.
If you’ve noticed the spinny flowers “planted” outside of the Middle School, they appeared there thanks to a very special May Day mission. Mrs. Hoke’s kindergarten class from Central Elementary carried on the tradition of sneaking over to spread a little joy and wish everyone a happy May Day!
The weather may still be a little chilly, but hopefully the extra pops of color brighten a few days!
If you’ve noticed the spinny flowers “planted” outside of the Middle School, they appeared there thanks to a very special May Day mission. Mrs. Hoke’s kindergarten class from Central Elementary carried on the tradition of sneaking over to spread a little joy and wish everyone a happy May Day!
The weather may still be a little chilly, but hopefully the extra pops of color brighten a few days!
On National School Principals' Day, we want to take a second to honor our district's six principals and a bonus rockstar of an assistant principal.
These are leaders who show up every day with patience, encouragement, and dedication for their students and staff. Thank you for all the time, care, and heart you put into making your schools better places to learn and grow.
These are leaders who show up every day with patience, encouragement, and dedication for their students and staff. Thank you for all the time, care, and heart you put into making your schools better places to learn and grow.
Our high schoolers are heading into the final month of school with some energy. At Thursday afternoon’s assembly, Saxon spring sports teams were introduced, nominees for the Senior Academy Awards were announced, and students took part in a number of games with a very spirited audience watching on.
This spring marked the end of a months-long project in Advanced Agriculture that is always a student favorite!
Since September, students have managed and overseen every phase of the lambing process, from preparation to post-lambing care. They even had to weather a very frigid winter. Their hard work and dedication paid off as they finished with 14 lambs from 9 ewes! Three lambs will remain in our ag barn, while the others were sold to cover program costs.
The Hastings Ag Program would like to extend a huge thank you to Bill Johnson for his continued support with ewes and rams, Matt Potter for demonstrating proper shearing techniques, and BC Veterinary Service for providing veterinary care throughout the process. We are incredibly grateful for the community support that helps make these hands-on learning experiences possible! 💙🐑
Since September, students have managed and overseen every phase of the lambing process, from preparation to post-lambing care. They even had to weather a very frigid winter. Their hard work and dedication paid off as they finished with 14 lambs from 9 ewes! Three lambs will remain in our ag barn, while the others were sold to cover program costs.
The Hastings Ag Program would like to extend a huge thank you to Bill Johnson for his continued support with ewes and rams, Matt Potter for demonstrating proper shearing techniques, and BC Veterinary Service for providing veterinary care throughout the process. We are incredibly grateful for the community support that helps make these hands-on learning experiences possible! 💙🐑
This afternoon, friends and family gathered to honor Dez Mathis, who will be taking her soccer talents to Saginaw Valley State University next year. We're proud of you, Dez!
The GFWC Hastings Women’s Club welcomed our senior girls for the annual Senior Tea today, a tradition that generations of Saxon ladies likely remember.
This meaningful event brings together women of all ages to share wisdom, encouragement, and inspiration, reminding our Saxon seniors that they are supported as they step into the next chapter of their lives.
A special congratulations to Charlotte Drake, who was honored with a scholarship from the club.
Thank you to the Hastings Women’s Club for your warm hospitality and for continuing this great tradition!
This meaningful event brings together women of all ages to share wisdom, encouragement, and inspiration, reminding our Saxon seniors that they are supported as they step into the next chapter of their lives.
A special congratulations to Charlotte Drake, who was honored with a scholarship from the club.
Thank you to the Hastings Women’s Club for your warm hospitality and for continuing this great tradition!
Junior standout Caroline Randall made history this past Friday at the 85th Annual Hastings Saxons Invitational, one of Michigan’s oldest and most competitive high school meets.
Caroline shattered a school record that had stood since 1993 in the 1600 meters, beating it by 6 seconds.
And she didn’t stop there.
She went on to break her own school record in the 3200 meters, dropping a blazing 10:55 and going sub-11 once again.
Caroline shattered a school record that had stood since 1993 in the 1600 meters, beating it by 6 seconds.
And she didn’t stop there.
She went on to break her own school record in the 3200 meters, dropping a blazing 10:55 and going sub-11 once again.
Join us this evening in the Hastings Middle School Commons for a community forum focused on our district’s facility and infrastructure needs. The session will be led by consultants from GMB, and we encourage all community members to attend and share their input.
Following the forum, the school board will convene for its regularly scheduled meeting.
Following the forum, the school board will convene for its regularly scheduled meeting.
Mr. Bagley has launched an exciting new unit in physical education at both Star and Northeastern Elementary!
This week, fourth- and fifth-grade students are beginning their journey into archery, learning everything from proper form and identifying the parts of a bow to practicing essential range safety.
This program, developed by the National Archery in the Schools Program (NASP), was made possible through a grant from the Michigan DNR along with generous support from the Star and Northeastern PTOs. Students are already gaining new skills and having a great time!
This week, fourth- and fifth-grade students are beginning their journey into archery, learning everything from proper form and identifying the parts of a bow to practicing essential range safety.
This program, developed by the National Archery in the Schools Program (NASP), was made possible through a grant from the Michigan DNR along with generous support from the Star and Northeastern PTOs. Students are already gaining new skills and having a great time!
The 5th Annual Follies, presented by Hastings Choirs, was an outstanding evening of entertainment last night!
Students showcased their talents through a variety of musical performances, thoughtfully interwoven with lighthearted and engaging skits. The range of creativity highlighted the strength of our Saxon performers!
Students showcased their talents through a variety of musical performances, thoughtfully interwoven with lighthearted and engaging skits. The range of creativity highlighted the strength of our Saxon performers!
Spring Break looked a little different for our tech department. Throughout the week, our tech department didn’t slow down. From closing out tickets and repairing devices to updating computers and refreshing inventory across the district, the team kept everything running smoothly behind the scenes.
And of course, they found a way to keep it fun. Rocking their shades and sipping on ice-cold Shirley Temples, the team brought a little Spring Break spirit to the workday. 😎
Awesome work, team!
And of course, they found a way to keep it fun. Rocking their shades and sipping on ice-cold Shirley Temples, the team brought a little Spring Break spirit to the workday. 😎
Awesome work, team!
We have another group of VERY deserving students who were given the Young Citizenship Award by the Hastings Kiwanis Club for the month of March. Great job, everyone!
Every four years, the Hastings Marching Band takes their talents on the road, heading to Universal Studios in Orlando for a special performance. This year, the Saxons made the journey and proudly marched on Sunday, representing Hastings hundreds of miles from home. Outstanding job!
The drum line at Hastings Middle School sent students off to Spring Break Thursday on an energetic note. Admit it; it's just cooler to walk out of a building with your own personal drum line playing in the background. Have a great break!
We'll see you on Monday!
The students at Hastings Central Elementary worked so hard on their reading all throughout March Is Reading Month, and they definitely earned a celebration!
To wrap it all up, the school hosted a super fun Masked Dancer and Glow Assembly.
Students had a blast trying to guess which teachers were busting moves in disguise. They finished the assembly with a glow-tastic dance party of their own. The perfect ending to a month full of reading, learning, and lots of smiles!
To wrap it all up, the school hosted a super fun Masked Dancer and Glow Assembly.
Students had a blast trying to guess which teachers were busting moves in disguise. They finished the assembly with a glow-tastic dance party of their own. The perfect ending to a month full of reading, learning, and lots of smiles!
Senior Gracie Wilson put a pen to paper last week and signed her letter to compete in cheer at Adrian College next year. We look forward to following your collegiate career in the sport!
Saxons have each other’s backs! 💙
In anticipation of state testing (i.e. M-STEP, PSAT, etc.), students of all ages across our district took time to write letters of encouragement to one another. Every student will receive uplifting words from a fellow Saxon, reminding them they are supported and ready to succeed.
Good luck...you’ve got this!
In anticipation of state testing (i.e. M-STEP, PSAT, etc.), students of all ages across our district took time to write letters of encouragement to one another. Every student will receive uplifting words from a fellow Saxon, reminding them they are supported and ready to succeed.
Good luck...you’ve got this!
At Hastings Area School System, we’re building confident learners from DAY ONE!
Whether your child is entering preschool, young kindergarten, or kindergarten, we provide a supportive, engaging environment to help them grow, learn, and thrive right from the start.
We’re now enrolling students at all early learning levels and invite you to discover what HASS can offer your child. When you’re ready to enroll your new Saxon, visit hassk12.org and click “Enroll Today!”
Whether your child is entering preschool, young kindergarten, or kindergarten, we provide a supportive, engaging environment to help them grow, learn, and thrive right from the start.
We’re now enrolling students at all early learning levels and invite you to discover what HASS can offer your child. When you’re ready to enroll your new Saxon, visit hassk12.org and click “Enroll Today!”
Everyone around here is getting in on March is Reading Month. This includes Superintendent Dr. Damico, who dropped by Northeastern Elementary earlier this week to read to students.
