Hastings High School

Due to forecasted weather and poor driving conditions, our community daycare will open at 8 a.m., while the Hastings Community Education and Recreation Center (CERC) will be closed tomorrow (Dec. 29) morning. Morning athletic practices are also cancelled.

Decisions regarding afternoon athletic practices and CERC activities will be evaluated at noon tomorrow.

Thank you, and drive safely!

The district office will be open today and tomorrow, ready to assist you.

We would like to extend our sincere thanks to the Jordan Mulder Agency of Farm Bureau Insurance for generously gifting our district an AED (Automated External Defibrillator). Equipment like this plays a critical role in emergency preparedness and helps ensure the safety and well-being of our students, staff, and visitors. We are truly grateful!

Some of our student athletes made the trip to our local McDonald's to collect money raised during October 21's McDonald's High School Sports Digital Fundraising Day.

The Hastings McDonald's donated 20 percent of digital sales from that day to our athletic department. It turned out to be a great success for our Hastings Saxons.

We received a check in the amount of $543.12! Thanks to all who participated in this event. And thank you McDonald's for your support of Saxon athletics.

Hastings High School's student council members brightened exam week by handing out hot chocolate and cookies to students today as they arrived to school. A warm treat, a kind smile, and lots of encouragement makes for the perfect boost for a busy week!
Good luck to all our students on exams!

The Saxon wrestling team is now three-time champs at Mt. Pleasant’s Coca-Cola Classic tournament. The team had a great day over the weekend, going 5-0 against Montabella, Clare, Mt. Pleasant, Shepherd, and Charlotte.

Hunter Sutfin, Reyd Zoerman, Liam Renner, Jace Acker, Austin Friddle, and Ethan Hetrick all went undefeated 5-0 on the day.

Great work Saxons!

Hastings High School's Youth in Government will give kids an opportunity for a festive night out, complete with Christmas movie and other activities. Save the date!

Hastings Area School System will be CLOSED today, Wednesday, December 10, due to inclement weather. We will share updates regarding athletics and after-school activities later today.

Please note that the scheduled Grand Rapids Symphony performance at the Hastings Performing Arts Center will proceed as planned.

Automated email and phone alerts will be sent to the district shortly. Thank you, and please stay safe.

Artworks created by middle school and high school artists are on display in the Hastings Performing Arts Center lobby for the month of December. These art pieces show the work ethic and Saxon Pride of our student artists. We invite the community to stop by and see this display!

The Performing Art Center lobby will be open on the following dates, with doors opening one hour before show time to view the artworks:

- Thursday, December 4 - HHS Christmas Collage, 7 p.m.
- Friday, December 5 - Christmas with John Berry, 7 p.m. (ticketed)
- Monday, December 8 - Jazz Christmas, 7 p.m.
- Tuesday, December 9 - HMS Bands, 7 p.m.
- Wednesday, December 10 - Grand Rapids Symphony, 7 p.m. (ticketed)
- Thursday, December 11 - HMS Choirs, 7 p.m.
- Friday, December 12 - St. Rose Christmas Play, 6 p.m.
- Sunday, December 14 - Thornapple Wind Band & Lakewood Area Choral Society, 3 p.m. (free will offering)
- Friday, December 19 - Tim Zimmerman and the King's Brass, 7 p.m. (ticketed)

Christmas music has been playing on local radio stations for weeks now. But you can't beat the festive cheer that comes with live performance.

Hastings High School bands and choirs come together for a magical night of Christmas cheer tonight at the Hastings Performing Arts Center. Don't miss this annual holiday tradition!

With a nice layer of snow and ice already on the ground, this year has the potential to be a great one for skiing and snowboarding. If you're looking to get involved in this fun winter activity, check out the link below for information on our Ski and Snowboard Club!

Visit - https://ms.hassk12.org/o/hms/page/ski-club

It’s no secret. College is expensive, and it makes sense to know all the resources available to you to cut the cost. That’s why the Counseling Department is teaming up with Steve Do from Michigan Student Aid for “How to Pay for College,” an event for all students and family members Tuesday, Dec. 2 at 5:30 in the HPAC. You won’t want to miss this event!

Don't miss our totally tubular Fall Play! Curtain time is 7 p.m. tonight and we will having showings at both 2 and 7 p.m. tomorrow!

📅 Nov. 21-22 | 🎟️ https://hastings.ludus.com/index.php?sections=events

The I-8 Conference volleyball awards were announced last night at the banquet, and we are proud to celebrate our outstanding athletes!

Congratulations to Hannah on being named First Team All-Conference and Bella for earning All-Conference Honorable Mention!

And a big round of applause for our academic all-conference honorees: Josalyn, Gabryella, Kyla and Riley. Your hard work on and off the court really paid off! 💛💙

🎭 Step into the world of neon lights and 80s hits! The Hastings High School Drama Club's fall play “Back to the 80s” is totally tubular and tickets are available.

📅 Nov. 21-22 | 🎟️ https://hastings.ludus.com/index.php?sections=events

Don’t miss the nostalgia!

Hastings Area School System is looking for caring, reliable bus drivers to join our team. We'll get you road-ready! Transporting students to and from school, field trips and sporting events is essential and we'd love your help making it happen smoothly.

Apply today: https://jobs.redroverk12.com/org/hassk12/opening/132757

Parents, faculty, and students gathered at the Hastings Performing Arts Center this week to celebrate the new inductees into the National Honor Society.

Get a full list of the new inductees and current members here: https://www.hassk12.org/article/2532060

🌽💙 Hastings FFA at the 98th National FFA Convention! 💙🌽

Hastings High School FFA had an incredible time in Indianapolis for the 98th National FFA Convention! Their trip kicked off with stops at the zoo, UNOH, and the Conservatory before heading to Lucas Oil Stadium and the Expo Center for inspiring sessions and an awesome career and collegiate experience.

Our members had a blast meeting students and leaders from across the nation and even caught up with former FFA officer and proud Hastings alumnus Brayden Bies!

A huge thank you to the Hastings FFA Alumni for making this great experience possible!

Last Friday, our seniors wrapped up College Month with a celebration recognizing all their hard work toward their post-secondary goals! From college visits and application submissions to completing the FAFSA paperwork, our students are making big moves toward their futures.
Six lucky seniors even scored a $50 Visa gift card in our raffle and everyone enjoyed some donuts, cider and fun senior gifts (sunglasses, mints and tactile strips). We’re proud of our Class of 2026! Keep chasing those college dreams!