As we approach the Thanksgiving holiday, we want to take a moment to express our gratitude for our students, families, and staff who make our school community so special. This season is a perfect reminder of the importance of connection, reflection, and appreciation for all we’ve accomplished together this fall.

Please note that there will be no school from Thursday through Monday for the Thanksgiving break. Monday will serve as a professional development day for staff, providing valuable time for collaboration and planning as we prepare for the busy weeks ahead.

We wish everyone a safe, restful, and joyful holiday spent with family and friends. Thank you for your continued support and for being such an important part of our school community!

Warmly, 
Scott Doran 

November 27th & 28th :  No School - Fall Break

December 1st :  No School - Staff Development 

December 24th - January 2nd : No School - Winter Break 


For all upcoming dates, please click the links below:
Events Calendar
2025-26 District Calendar

 Beginning in the Fall of 2027, there are discussions that colleges and universities may begin to require the ACT as part of their admissions process.  For those attending a 2-year technical and/or community college, you can use your ACT scores instead of the Accuplacer placement test. 

The cost to take the ACT on March 5th is $60*.
Please use this link to sign up.  Payment information is within the linked form. By filling out the form, you are letting me know you are taking the ACT here at HHS, but you will still need to create an ACT account to receive your scores (more to come on this!).

 *If you received Educational Benefits, there is not cost to take the ACT. BUT, you still need to fill out the form

Payment information is within the linked form. 

Hastings High School welcomes new community and industry partners to help us bring real-world information and experiences to our classrooms and special events like this fair.

Let's learn and grow together!
Click HERE for more information  

Contact for these offerings: Jody Geib, jgeib@isd200.org, 651.480.7499

This week's faculty feature is Julie Henrichs!

Students and Staff at the Hastings Alternative High School are extremely grateful for Julie. She is the hardest-working person we know, holding students accountable while building the kind of relationships that make them want to come to school. Julie is the steady presence who keeps the entire program running smoothly.

Each morning, Julie greets students and staff while managing the front desk, tracking attendance, updating announcements, answering phones, replying to emails, and overseeing Chromebook checkouts. Throughout the day, she coordinates student meetings and room usage, helps maintain safety and flow, and serves as a dependable, welcoming point of contact for everyone who walks through the door. At lunchtime, she serves meals; by afternoon, she is checking in Chromebooks and creating our daily attendance report.

Julie is the central communicator for our staff—sharing key information, organizing events, and keeping everyone connected. Students see her as the HAHS go-to person, and each classroom even has a “See Julie” pass to prove it.

Working with Julie is an honor. The number of hats she wears and tasks she completes in a single day is astounding, and our school truly wouldn’t function without her. She is the epitome of excellence, and we are deeply grateful for all she does.

With Cold weather season upon us, please make sure you are checking the Hastings Public Schools website for the most up to date information about school closings. 

For students who drive to school, remember to start planning ahead for the chilly temps! Start those cars early and give yourself plenty of time to make it to school safely when the snow falls. 

Below are reminders about our cell phone policy at HHS

All cell phones must be put away during class time - even out in the pod or hallway
Students are allowed to use their phones during passing time and at lunch

First Offense:
The device confiscated and turned into the office
The student may pick up their device at the end of the day

Second Offense:
The device confiscated and turned into the office
The student may pick up their device at the end of the day

Beyond the second offense :
The device confiscated and turned into the office
A parent/guardian must pick up the device from the Student Office
If cell phone usage continues to be an ongoing problem, principals will work with parents/guardians on a behavioral plan