HOCO Parade Route Update: Tomorrow (Oct 9), the Main Street/Center Street four-way stop will be closed due to construction. Please see the attached updated Homecoming parade route and detour routes.

Actualización sobre la ruta del desfile de Homecoming: Mañana (9 de octubre), el cruce de cuatro altos en Main Street y Center Street estará cerrado debido a obras de construcción. Por favor, consulte la ruta actualizada del desfile de Homecoming y las rutas de desvío adjuntas.
4 days ago, HPS
An aerial map of downtown Hartford showing a detour route marked with red arrows. The route directs traffic south on North Edwin Street, west on East Main Street, north on North Haver Street, west on East Olds Street, and north on North Center Street toward Prospect Street, bypassing the Main Street construction area.
Main Street Construction Detour Plan A City of Hartford engineering map showing the Main Street and Center Street intersection closure and detour plan for the West Main Street Improvements Project. The map identifies the project location, designated detour routes, road closures, traffic control signs, and barricade placements throughout Hartford.
🌭 Homecoming Hotdogs are here! 🌭

Come hungry this Friday! HPS Central Office will be serving up $7 Hot Dog or Pulled Pork Baskets beginning at 5:30 PM and continuing through halftime of the varsity football game! Each basket comes with chips, a cookie, and water.

All proceeds help ensure every HPS student can participate in field trips! 💚🤍

🎉 Homecoming Parade: 5:30 PM
🌭 Central Office Food Stand: 5:30 PM–Halftime
🏈 Varsity Football vs. Comstock: 7:00 PM

GO HUSKIES! 🐾
5 days ago, HPS
Homecoming Hotdogs flyer from HPS Central Office. $7 baskets include a hot dog or pulled pork sandwich, chips, a cookie, and water. Sales begin Friday, October 9 at 5:30 PM and continue through halftime. All proceeds help ensure every student can participate in field trips. Flyer features a cartoon hot dog character on a green background.
🗳️ Operating Millage Renewal Proposal

On Tuesday, November 3, Hartford voters will consider a 5-year renewal of the district’s operating millage for 2027–2031.

This proposal renews existing funding that supports our schools and does not affect a homeowner’s primary residence.

We encourage our community to learn more about the proposal and make an informed decision before Election Day.

🔗 Learn more, including detailed information and ballot language:
https://www.hpsmi.org/page/operating-millage-renewal-proposal
6 days ago, HPS
Hartford Public Schools graphic about the Operating Millage Renewal Proposal. The graphic says “Vote for Hartford Public Schools” and features the Hartford Husky logo and photos of students. Three key points state that the proposal renews existing funding, supports our schools, and does not affect a homeowner’s primary residence. Election Day is Tuesday, November 3. The proposal is a five-year renewal covering 2027–2031.
REMINDER: Count Day is TOMORROW, October 7!

Hartford families, please make sure your students are in school and ready to learn! Student attendance on Count Day plays an important role in determining state funding for our district.

Thank you for helping us make every student count! 💚🐾

RECORDATORIO: ¡El Día del Conteo es MAÑANA, 7 de octubre!

Familias de Hartford: ¡por favor, asegúrense de que sus estudiantes estén en la escuela y listos para aprender! La asistencia de los estudiantes en el Día del Conteo juega un papel importante para determinar los fondos estatales que recibe nuestro distrito.

¡Gracias por ayudarnos a hacer que cada estudiante cuente! 💚🐾
6 days ago, HPS
Hartford Public Schools Count Day reminder for Wednesday, October 7. The graphic features a group photo of students wearing green shirts and explains that student attendance on Count Day directly determines school district funding from the state. Contact Hartford Public Schools at (269) 621-7000 or visit hpsmi.org.
Hartford Alternative Education families, this Wednesday October 7th is count day. Please make sure students are in attendance. All alternative education students are required to be in attendance, in person on this day. If you have any questions, please reach out to Juanita Robles at 269-621-7143.
7 days ago, HPS
Hartford Public Schools Count Day graphic for Wednesday, October 7. The flyer features a group photo of students wearing green shirts and reminds families that student attendance on Count Day directly determines school district funding from the state. Contact information: (269) 621-7000 and hpsmi.org.
🏈💚 HOMECOMING is this Friday, October 9! 🤍🏈

Join us for a full night of Husky pride! The Homecoming Parade begins at 5:30 PM, followed by Varsity Football vs. Comstock at 7:00 PM. At halftime, we’ll crown our Homecoming King & Queen and Prince & Princess! 👑

🌭 Beginning at 6:00 PM, our Central Office administrative staff will be serving hot dogs through halftime!

Come out, wear your green and white, and help us pack the stands for Homecoming!

GO HUSKIES! 💚🤍🏈
7 days ago, HPS
Homecoming football graphic featuring Hartford Huskies players in green uniforms, with a large central image of a player wearing a green helmet and white gloves. Smaller action photos surround him, along with Hartford and Comstock helmet graphics. Text reads “HOMECOMING 10.9.26 7PM.”
🌎💚 Happy National Hispanic Heritage Month from Hartford Public Schools!

From September 15 through October 15, we celebrate the rich cultures, histories, traditions, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities. We are proud to recognize the students, families, staff, and community members who help make Hartford Public Schools such a vibrant and welcoming place.

Join us in celebrating the heritage, voices, and stories that continue to enrich our schools and community! 💚🐾

🌎💚 ¡Feliz Mes Nacional de la Herencia Hispana de parte de las Escuelas Públicas de Hartford!

Del 15 de septiembre al 15 de octubre, celebramos la riqueza cultural, las historias, las tradiciones y las contribuciones de las comunidades hispanas y latinas. Nos enorgullece reconocer a los estudiantes, las familias, el personal y los miembros de la comunidad que ayudan a hacer de las Escuelas Públicas de Hartford un lugar tan vibrante y acogedor.

¡Únase a nosotros para celebrar la herencia, las voces y las historias que continúan enriqueciendo nuestras escuelas y nuestra comunidad! 💚🐾
7 days ago, HPS
Graphic celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with decorative red, orange, and green patterns. Large text reads, “Hispanic Heritage Month,” with the message “Celebrating culture, history, and contributions.” The Hartford Huskies logo appears in the lower left.
📚 Count Day is Wednesday, October 7!

Hartford families, please make sure your students are in school and ready to learn! Student attendance on Count Day plays an important role in determining state funding for our district.

Thank you for helping us make every student count! 💚🐾

📚 ¡El Día del Conteo es el miércoles 7 de octubre!

Familias de Hartford, ¡por favor asegúrense de que sus estudiantes estén en la escuela y listos para aprender! La asistencia de los estudiantes en el Día del Conteo juega un papel importante para determinar los fondos estatales que recibe nuestro distrito.

¡Gracias por ayudarnos a hacer que cada estudiante cuente! 💚🐾
7 days ago, HPS
Hartford Public Schools Count Day graphic for Wednesday, October 7. The flyer features a group photo of students wearing green shirts and reminds families that student attendance on Count Day directly determines school district funding from the state. Contact information: (269) 621-7000 and hpsmi.org.
Reminder: Tomorrow, Friday October 2nd is a scheduled half day for students and staff.
10 days ago, HPS
Tonight is the last night of fall Parent/Teacher Conferences from 4:30-7:30PM!
11 days ago, HPS

Homecoming Spirit Week Dress Up Days for all buildings! Homecoming is Friday, October 9th. The community parade will begin at 5:30pm, followed by the Varsity Football game vs Comstock at 7pm. Let's show our Husky Spirit next week!

12 days ago, HPS
Hartford High School 2026 Homecoming Spirit Week flyer. Monday, October 5: Adam Sandler Day. Tuesday, October 6: Twin/Multiplicity Day. Wednesday, October 7: White Lie Day. Thursday, October 8: Theme Day—seniors Cars, juniors Inside Out, sophomores Up, and freshmen Monsters, Inc. Friday, October 9: Green and White Day—wear green and white to support the Huskies.
Hartford Middle School Spirit Week flyer for October 5–9, 2026. Monday: Dress like your favorite character. Tuesday: Twin Day—dress the same. Wednesday: Dress to Impress—wear your best. Thursday: Wear a mustache. Friday: Green and White—Go Huskies! Flyer features Hartford green and white with illustrations representing each theme.
Redwood Elementary Homecoming Week Dress Up Days flyer for October 5–9. Monday: Beach Day—wear school-appropriate beach attire. Tuesday: Twins Day—dress alike with someone else. Wednesday: Hat Day. Thursday: Favorite Sport or Team Day—wear your favorite team shirt or jersey. Friday: Green and White Day—wear Hartford Huskies gear or green and white clothing.
Spanish-language Redwood Elementary Homecoming Week dress-up flyer for October 5–9. Monday: Día de la Playa. Tuesday: Día de Gemelos. Wednesday: Día de Sombreros. Thursday: Día de tu Deporte o Equipo Favorito. Friday: Día Verde y Blanco. Colorful illustrations show beach items, matching outfits, hats, sports gear, and Hartford Huskies apparel. Do you like this personality?
Bus Route 7 Afternoon Route has been cancelled today, September 29th.
13 days ago, HPS
Bus Route 7 Morning Route has been cancelled today, September 29th.
13 days ago, HPS
Hartford Alternative/Adult Education is offering FREE Adult ESL courses this fall! 📚

Classes will be taught by Hartford Alternative Education staff and held from 5–7 p.m. on select Mondays and Wednesdays in October and November.

Space is limited, so be sure to reserve your spot!

📧 roblesj@hpsmi.org
📞 269-621-7143

¡El programa de Educación Alternativa/para Adultos de Hartford ofrece cursos de ESL (inglés como segunda lengua) gratuitos para adultos este otoño! 📚

Las clases serán impartidas por el personal de Hartford Alternative Education y se llevarán a cabo de 5:00 p. m. a 7:00 p. m. ciertos lunes y miércoles de octubre y noviembre.

El cupo es limitado, ¡así que asegúrese de reservar su lugar!

📧 roblesj@hpsmi.org
📞 269-621-7143
14 days ago, HPS
Hartford Alternative/Adult Education flyer announcing free Adult ESL courses for Fall 2026, taught by Hartford Alternative Education staff. Classes are October 12, 14, 19, 21, 26 and 28, and November 2, 4, 9, 11, 16 and 18, from 5–7 p.m. Space is limited. To reserve a spot, email roblesj@hpsmi.org or call 269-621-7143.
Volante de Educación Alternativa para Adultos de Hartford anunciando un curso gratuito de ESL para adultos. Las clases serán el 12, 14, 19, 21, 26 y 28 de octubre, y el 2, 4, 9, 11, 16 y 18 de noviembre, de 5–7 p.m. El espacio es limitado. Para reservar un lugar, envíe un correo a roblesj@hpsmi.org o llame al 269-621-7143.
As we wrap up the first full month of the new school year, Superintendent Nick Blackmer shares a message with the Hartford community. 💚🐾

It’s been a great start to the year, and we’re excited for all that’s ahead at Hartford Public Schools!
14 days ago, HPS
Superintendent’s Message graphic featuring Hartford Public Schools Superintendent Nick Blackmer. Blackmer reflects on the first weeks of the school year, welcoming new and returning staff and sharing his excitement about having students back on campus, reconnecting with friends and growing academically each day. A photo of Superintendent Blackmer appears on the right side of the graphic.
Hartford Public Schools Parent/Teacher Conferences are this week! Conferences will be on Tuesday, September 29th and Thursday, October 1st from 4:30-7:30PM. 

¡Esta semana se llevan a cabo las conferencias de padres y maestros de las Escuelas Públicas de Hartford! Las reuniones tendrán lugar el martes 29 de septiembre y el jueves 1 de octubre, de 4:30 p. m. a 7:30 p. m.
14 days ago, HPS
Hartford Public Schools Parent/Teacher Conferences. September 29 and October 1 from 4:30–7:30 p.m. Graphic features a green background with colorful school supplies, including an apple, pencils, rulers, scissors, books, and a basketball.
Escuelas Públicas de Hartford reuniones de padres y maestros. 29 de septiembre y 1 de octubre, de 16:30–19:30. Graphic features a green background with colorful school supplies, including an apple, pencils, rulers, scissors, books, and a basketball.
October Menus 🍽️🎃
14 days ago, HPS
October 2026 Hartford Middle/High School lunch menu calendar listing daily meal options for Monday through Friday. Entrées include nachos, chicken sandwiches, sloppy joes, chicken Alfredo, beef steak sandwiches, chicken and waffles, deli subs, pizza, taco sticks, rotini with meat sauce, orange chicken, grilled cheese, burgers, chili, hot dogs, and calzones. Meals include assorted fruits, vegetables, sides, and milk. Menu items are subject to change. Is this conversation helpful so far?
October 2026 Redwood Elementary lunch menu calendar listing daily meal options for Monday through Friday. The menu includes entrées such as taco sticks, chicken nuggets, cheeseburgers, pizza, chicken drumsticks, steak nuggets, chicken sandwiches, calzones, grilled cheese, and nachos, along with assorted fruits, vegetables, sides, and milk. Half days are noted on October 2 and 14. Menu items are subject to change.
October 2026 Hartford breakfast menu calendar listing daily breakfast options for Monday through Friday. Meals include a cereal kit or rotating options such as bagels with cream cheese, granola rounds, donuts, empanadas, pancake and sausage wraps, breakfast pizza, French toast with sausage, omelets, breakfast burritos, and mini pancakes. Meals include assorted fruit, juice, and milk. Menu items are subject to change.
Due to construction and for the safety of our students and drivers, we will be making temporary transportation adjustments beginning tomorrow, September 25, 2026, through October 30, 2026.

Routes 2 and 3 will be affected. Please refer to the attached map for the roads impacted by the construction.

If your home is located within the highlighted area, your new pickup location will be The Sportsman’s Club, located at the corner of CR 687 and 54th Avenue. Please park in the back lot by the building to ensure the bus has enough space to enter the lot.

Students who are affected by this change will receive direct notification. Pick up time in the morning will be 6:50 am and drop off time in the afternoon will be 3:10 pm.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation as we work to keep our students and drivers safe.
18 days ago, HPS
Satellite map showing a highlighted transportation route near Van Auken Lake. The yellow route travels south from Vanauken Lake Country Corner, then east along a rural road before ending near an intersection.
Satellite view of the Van Buren Sportsmen’s Club area near County Road 687 and 54th Avenue. A red box highlights a paved turnaround or parking area northwest of the club building.
Bus Incident Letter (9/22/26):
20 days ago, HPS
Alt text: Hartford Public Schools community notice dated September 22, 2026. The notice states that a district bus operating Route 2 came into contact with construction equipment while traveling its route. No one involved was injured. The district is informing families of the incident and reassuring the community that everyone involved is safe. The same message is provided in Spanish below the English version.
Set your calendars for Parent/Teacher Conferences coming up on Tuesday, September 29th and Thursday, October 1st!

¡Marquen sus calendarios para las conferencias de padres y maestros que tendrán lugar el martes 29 de septiembre y el jueves 1 de octubre!
21 days ago, HPS
Graphic for Hartford Public Schools Parent/Teacher Conferences. Conferences will be held September 29 and October 1 from 4:30–7:30 p.m. The design features a dark green background with colorful school supplies and sports equipment surrounding a cream-colored center panel with the Hartford Huskies logo.
Gráfico en español de las Escuelas Públicas de Hartford anunciando reuniones de padres y maestros. Las reuniones serán el 29 de septiembre y el 1 de octubre de 16:30 a 19:30. El diseño tiene un fondo verde oscuro con útiles escolares y equipo deportivo alrededor de un panel color crema con el logotipo de Hartford Huskies.