Star Elementary School

We’re excited about the strong interest in our free preschool program, the Great Start Readiness Program (GSRP)!

The State of Michigan is currently developing a new online registration system for GSRP. As soon as the new system is in place, we will begin accepting registrations for preschool students at Hastings Area School System. We will share an announcement immediately once registration opens, along with step-by-step instructions on how to enroll.

Thank you for your patience and enthusiasm as you prepare to begin your child’s learning journey with us. We can’t wait to welcome our youngest learners to Hastings Area Schools for the 2026-27 year!

Please remember there will be no school on Friday, February 20, and Monday, February 23 for mid-winter break.

We’re proud to recognize the Hastings Kiwanis Club Young Citizenship Award recipients for the month of January!

These outstanding students lead by example in their schools, demonstrating character, leadership and a commitment to making a positive difference. We celebrate their achievements and the impact they have on those around them.

Great job!

Our district is finally starting to thaw, and we hope you’re enjoying the sunshine and more manageable temperatures! But this is Michigan — and we all know winter isn’t finished with us just yet.

Now’s a great time to review our weather cancellation policies and procedures so you know exactly what to expect in the event of a school cancellation or two-hour delay. Being informed helps everyone plan ahead with confidence.

You can find all the details right here: https://www.hassk12.org/page/weather-cancellation-information

The Hastings Area School System's Board of Education will be meeting tomorrow night for its regularly-scheduled monthly meeting.

Wow! Everyone who organized and participated in last week’s WinterFest truly showed up in a big way. Not only did we have an incredible time, but together we raised an amazing $9,284.54 for the Lucas family to help Nolan get a diabetes service dog.

That’s huge and just another example of our school community supporting one another.

Thank you SO much to everyone who helped make this year’s WinterFest such a success!

Many of our elementary students helped us celebrate a big milestone across Hastings Area Schools: the 100th day of school!

They came to school with some fun and creative outfits. What a fun way to mark 100 days of learning!

Due to poor weather, driving conditions and the existing winter weather advisory that will extend through the day, HASS is closed for Friday, February 6.

Mark your calendars for preschool registration!

What a special treat for our lower elementary students, who were joined by fellow students from Delton Kellogg School District!

Members of the Grand Rapids Symphony and Grand Rapids Ballet brought a LolliPops performance to the stage at the Hastings Performing Arts Center, creating a learning experience through music and movement.

By blending The Emperor’s New Clothes and The Ugly Duckling, the performance introduced students to the magic of storytelling while also teaching them about music and the structure of an orchestra.

This opportunity was made possible by the generosity of the Douglas A. and Margaret E. DeCamp Foundation. We are grateful for partners who help our students develop a passion for the arts!

🎓 Class of 2039 (or 2040 for Young Kindergarten), your journey starts now!
Kindergarten & Young Kindergarten registration is officially OPEN, and we can’t wait to welcome our newest Saxons! 💙💛

✔️ Register online (link below)
✔️ Stop by our office
✔️ Or, join us for Registration Day this spring

Enroll online: https://www.hassk12.org/o/has/page/enrollment

All evening events and athletic competitions are cancelled for Tuesday, January 27. The CERC will also remain closed.

Due to poor weather and driving conditions, school has been cancelled for Tuesday, January 27.

Community child care will open at 8 a.m. Decisions about athletic events and other activities will be made later today. Morning programming at the CERC is also cancelled.

An update on our schedule for tomorrow (January 23): The CERC will remain closed with daycare maintaining normal hours. We will make a determination on athletic events during the course of the day Friday.

All athletic competitions and CERC activities have been cancelled for this afternoon and evening due to weather.

Winter got the best of us this week. School will be closed today, January 22. With tomorrow being a scheduled day off for students (staff professional development), we will see everyone on Monday.

Due to the existing winter weather advisory and forecasted poor weather and hazardous driving conditions, school will be closed on Monday, January 19.

Community Child Care will open at 8:00 a.m. and all morning programming at the CERC is cancelled. Decisions regarding athletic events will be made later in the day on Monday.

Thank you for your understanding, and please stay safe.

Did you know January serves as School Board Appreciation Month? Here at HASS, we have a great one!

We want to proudly celebrate and thank our seven dedicated Board of Education members for their leadership, service, and commitment to our schools. Their time, thoughtful decision-making, and unwavering focus on what’s best for students help shape a strong future for our entire community.

Please join us in showing appreciation for their passion, perseverance, and partnership.

We’ve received some questions about whether school breakfast and lunch are free in 2026. After some initial uncertainty during the state budget talks in the fall, free meals for students did remain in place. 🍎🥪

For the latest menus and all the info you need, visit our Food Service page: https://www.hassk12.org/page/food-service

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!