Hastings High School

Office Phone: 269-948-4409

Friday 3/27/26

SENIOR REMINDERS

CAP AND GOWN
Have you ordered your cap and gown yet? Graduation will be here before we know it! Reminder to all Seniors that your cap and gown orders need to be completed no later than April 10th. Cap and gown orders take a minimum of four weeks to ship. Please note that pricing and turnaround time will change as we get closer to the big day.

If you have not yet placed your order, please do so as soon as possible to ensure it arrives in time for graduation. If you have any questions or concerns about your cap and gown order, please stop into the office and see Ms. Maurer. (4/10)

DUE BILLS
Attention Seniors! Do you have an old Algebra book laying around, or maybe a book from the Roe Reading Room? This is your reminder that all due bills must be paid or returned by the date of graduation. To see your active due bills, check under Fee Transactions in your PowerSchool. If you received a due bill and have questions, stop into the back office and see Mrs. Maurer. (4/17)

SENIOR PHOTOS
Seniors, the deadline is fast approaching! Reminder that all toddler photos and senior portraits are due April 2nd! If they are not submitted by then we will be using your school ID photos. Please email them to 31olivia.bucher@hastingsstudents.org. 

Information regarding requirements for Senior pictures can be found here, and information for toddler pictures can be found here. (4/2)

YEARBOOK
Yearbook Recognition Ads are the perfect way to commemorate achievements and celebrate milestones. Revenue from Recognition Ads helps our school create a better yearbook. Please include your senior's photo and a message for them. If paying by check, please make it out to Hastings High School. If you are paying with cash, please drop off at the high school office in a sealed envelope with your contact information and attention: James Moray, HS advisor. If you have any questions, please reach out to hsyearbook@hassk12.org. (4/2)

COMPUTER REPAIR
Student device drop off for repair will take place in the main office for the next three weeks. Devices for creating tickets are in the office near Mr. Sensiba's desk.

Please create a ticket on the chromebooks available, then write your name and asset tag # on one of the papers available. Tuck the paper in your laptop or chromebook with your name sticking out and put it in the turn in bin. A loaner will be available by the following morning and can be picked up in the student pickup bin - only take the device with your name on it. (4/2)

SPRING TESTING

Mark your calendars for important Spring Testing dates!  

Each student received an email from Ms. Peg on 3/19/26 with details about their testing date(s) and time(s).  Questions? Contact Ms. Peg Denman.
For more information, visit: https://www.hassk12.org/o/hhs/page/psatsat     

11th grade Testing

SAT
April 15, 2026 - 11th grade Last names A – L
April 16, 2026 - 11th grade Last Names M-Z
April 24, 2026 - 11th grade HVA Only Students
** HVA accommodated testers have various dates - emailed to the Student/HVA Mentor Teacher

WIN
April 21 2026 - 11th grade Last Names A – L
April 22, 2026 - 11th grade Last Names M-Z
April 27, 2026 - 11th grade HVA Only
** HVA accommodated testers have various dates - emailed to the Student/HVA Mentor Teacher

MSTEP
April 28, 2026 - 11th grade Inseat & HVA

 ** HVA accommodated testers have various dates - emailed to the Student/HVA Mentor Teacher

10th grade PSAT 9/10

April 14, 2026 - 10th grade

April 17, 2026 - 10th grade HVA Students Only

 ** HVA accommodated testers have various dates - emailed to the Student/HVA Mentor Teacher

9th grade PSAT 9/10

April 20, 2026 - 9th grade 

April 17, 2026 - 9th grade HVA Students Only 

 ** HVA accommodated testers have various dates - emailed to the Student/HVA Mentor Teacher

STUDENT SERVICES

FAFSA Completion Celebration
Seniors, put the FAFSA Completion Celebration on your calendar! April 2 in the HPAC! It’s for all seniors, but if you have completed the FAFSA already or will complete it by March 27, you’ll be eligible for raffles for a bunch of great prizes. Don’t miss out! You have to be present to win!  (3/27)

SENIOR SCHOLARSHIPS

- Seniors!  The 2026 Local Scholarship Application is open!  You can apply for over 30 scholarships with this one application!  The application deadline is April 13, 2026.  To view the packet and to apply, click this link: https://tinyurl.com/ms2jcxda   Don't miss out on this great opportunity for senior scholarships!  (4/13)

- The Woody Wyngarden Scholarship application is open to seniors pursuing a college degree in either health care or education. For more details regarding eligibility requirements, view the application HERE.  The application deadline is April 2.  (4/2)

-Applications for the Highpoint Community Bank Educational Scholarship are open to high school seniors going into a post-secondary education program in finance or a business-related field. The deadline to apply is March 31, 2026.  Learn more about eligibility and how to apply here: https://www.highpointcommunitybank.com/EducationalScholarship   (3/31)

- The Union Bank Scholarship application is open to graduating seniors pursuing college or trade school education in fields, such as education and healthcare, manufacturing, engineering, culinary arts, skilled trades, construction, architecture, technology and infrastructure, agriculture, environmental sciences, and finance.  Applications are available at ubmich.com/scholarship and must be submitted via email to unionbank@ubmich.com no later than Friday, April 10.  (4/2)

- The TCU Student Scholarship application deadline is April 15th. Click this link for more information:

https://www.cognitoforms.com/ThornappleCreditUnion1/TCUStudentScholarship    (4/15)

- The Lakewood Choral Society Scholarship is open to a graduating senior who will be majoring in voice performance or music education at a 4-year accredited college.  The application can be accessed online at www.lacsmusic.org or from your high school choir director.  The deadline is Wednesday, April 15th, 2026.    (4/15)

- The MSFAA Early Awareness and Multicultural Outreach Scholarship is accepting applications for seniors who have a 2.5 gpa or better, and who will take at least 12 credit hours at college in Fall 2026.  Click HERE for the application.  The deadline to apply is April 17.  (4/17)

JOB OPPORTUNITIES
- Attention CTE Seniors interested in the trades:  There is a career opportunity for a Band Saw Filer position with the company Quality Hardwoods Inc. If you are someone with experience in machining or welding who is eager to learn this unique wood trade, contact Mr. Domke for more details.  To view the job posting online  Visit: https://qualityhardwoodsinc.com/employment/   (3/27)

- Clearstream Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is accepting applications for Dietary Department positions.  Interested applicants may contact: cwingler@clearstreamhc.com    (3/31)

CLUBS

GSA
Hey, Saxons! Ms. O'Brain and Ms. Putnam are looking forward to seeing you all at tonight's movie night hosted by the HHS GSA. The show is taking place in Ms. O'Brian's room, B210, from 5 - 8 PM. There will be food! There will be fun! All are welcome. Bring a friend. (3/27)

ATHLETICS

- To view current Sports Schedules, visit our website or click here: https://websites.eventlink.com/s/hastings-high-school

-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. 

RESULTS from coaches

UPCOMING EVENTS

April 2nd – Half Day

April 3rd – Spring Break – No School

April 2 -7 – High School Marching Band Trip to Orlando

April 13th – School Resumes

April 17th - HS Symphonic Band & Grand Rapids Symphony Side by Side

April 14th – Spring Testing Begins                                                                                                            

April 27th – Senior Rotary Luncheon

April 29th – Senior Girls Tea Luncheon

April 30th – Club Pictures