Hart Public Schools would like to share important information about upcoming changes to the youth work permit process for students under 18. Effective October 2nd, public schools across Michigan will no longer be able to supply students with work permits.
What Is Changing?
Michigan recently enacted legislation that will transition the state’s youth work permit system from the current school-based process to a centralized system administered by the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO).
Beginning October 2, 2026, students will no longer obtain work permits through Hart High School or the HPS District Office. Instead, minors and employers will use the State of Michigan’s free centralized online system to apply for and process youth work permits.
Students and employers must use LEO’s Youth Employment Permit Portal (YEPP) to apply for and process work permits.
How to Apply for a New Work Permit
Step 1: Create a YEPP Account
Students will enter information, including:
-Personal and parent/guardian information
-School information, including school start and end times
-Employer information, including the employer’s address and the manager’s name
Step 2: Employer Completes Their Section
YEPP will notify the employer, who will provide information about the student’s job duties, wage, work hours, and shifts.
Step 3: State Review
The State of Michigan will review the information submitted by the student and employer.
Schools will not need to approve the permit.
Step 4: Permit Approved
Once the permit is approved, the student and employer will be notified. The work permit will be active in YEPP.
More Information
For more information about Michigan’s youth employment requirements or to access YEPP, visit the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO) Youth Employment Page.
https://www.michigan.gov/leo/initiatives/youth-employment
This message is a reminder from Hart Public Schools- Tomorrow is a half day of school for grades K-12. Head Start and GSRP are to follow their building schedule. Thank you
Este mensaje es un recordatorio de las Escuelas Públicas de Hart: mañana es medio día de clases para los grados K-12. Head Start y GSRP deben seguir su cronograma publicado para su edificio. Gracias
Hart REC Girls Basketball registration is open until October 12th for grades 3rd-6th. To sign up your child please visit: hartrec.com
In an effort to prioritize safety and security for all Hart Public Schools community members and guests, spectators will no longer be permitted to bring backpacks or large bags to athletic events. Thank you for keeping our community safe.
Heads up, Pirate Nation! Friday night's Homecoming parade route will be slightly altered to accommodate the Hispanic Heritage Festival taking place downtown at the same time. Please see the attached new parade route.
Parade starts Friday the 25th at 4:30 pm.
Parade starts Friday the 25th at 4:30 pm.
The Feeding America Food Truck, in partnership with United Way of the Lakeshore, will have its mobile food pantry distribution at Spitler Elementary on Friday, Sept. 18th, from 5-6:30 PM
To make this mobile food pantry distribution possible, we do rely on volunteers. You can help support feeding local families by signing up today. Find out more information about the mobile food distribution or to sign up to volunteer by scanning the QR Code or visiting https://bit.ly/OceanaFood2026
Last Day to pre-order your meal for the Chicken Shack Fundraiser! Limited meals will be available at the door.
When: Friday, Sept. 18 from 5-6:30 pm
Where: Hart High School Aux Gym
Cost: $15 each or 4 for $55 CASH or $16 each or 4 for $58 CREDIT CARD via GOFAN
Dinner includes: ½ chicken, baked potato, cole slaw, dinner roll, and a bottle of water. Pop will be available for purchase.
Advanced dinner ticket orders will be guaranteed and need to be purchased in advance by Wednesday, Sept. 16. Limited dinners will be available for purchase on the day of the fundraiser.
Purchase tickets at: Hart Middle School (231)873-6320 or on GoFan by clicking the link below.
https://gofan.co/event/6887939?schoolId=MI80648
When: Friday, Sept. 18 from 5-6:30 pm
Where: Hart High School Aux Gym
Cost: $15 each or 4 for $55 CASH or $16 each or 4 for $58 CREDIT CARD via GOFAN
Dinner includes: ½ chicken, baked potato, cole slaw, dinner roll, and a bottle of water. Pop will be available for purchase.
Advanced dinner ticket orders will be guaranteed and need to be purchased in advance by Wednesday, Sept. 16. Limited dinners will be available for purchase on the day of the fundraiser.
Purchase tickets at: Hart Middle School (231)873-6320 or on GoFan by clicking the link below.
https://gofan.co/event/6887939?schoolId=MI80648
Grab a handful of raffle tickets today for your chance to win any of these great prizes! Two for $5 or 5 for $10. Tickets can be purchased in the Hart Middle School Office or at the Chicken Shack Dinner.
Inflatable Kayak valued at $1200
Hunting Trail Cam Basket valued at $350
2 Gel Blaster Guns & 2 Face Masks valued at $140
Rogue Guitar & Stand valued at $125
Inflatable Kayak valued at $1200
Hunting Trail Cam Basket valued at $350
2 Gel Blaster Guns & 2 Face Masks valued at $140
Rogue Guitar & Stand valued at $125
Bid on your favorite items! Silent Auction will end at 5:30 PM on Friday, September 18th. Scan the QR code to bid virtually, or bid in person on Friday at the Chicken Shack Fundraiser.
Gourmet Cake by “Sweet Treats by Dub”
Custom Giant Jenga Set, Travel Bag Included
Custom ‘Hart’ Cornhole Set with Bags
Oceana Golf Package for 2
Gourmet Cake by “Sweet Treats by Dub”
Custom Giant Jenga Set, Travel Bag Included
Custom ‘Hart’ Cornhole Set with Bags
Oceana Golf Package for 2
Pre-order your tickets today for the Chicken Shack Fundraiser
When: Friday, Sept. 18 from 5-6:30 pm
Where: Hart High School Aux Gym
Cost: $15 each or 4 for $55 CASH or $16 each or 4 for $58 CREDIT CARD via GOFAN
Dinner includes: ½ chicken, baked potato, coleslaw, dinner roll, and a bottle of water. Pop will be available for purchase.
Advanced dinner ticket orders will be guaranteed and need to be purchased in advance by Wednesday, Sept. 16. Limited dinners will be available for purchase on the day of the fundraiser.
Purchase tickets at: Hart Middle School Office (231)873-6320 or on GoFan by following the link below.
Chicken Shack Fundraiser
Raffle Items are listed below. Tickets are 2 for $5 or 5 for $10 and can be purchased in the Hart Middle School Office or at the Chicken Shack Dinner.
Inflatable Kayak valued at $1200
Hunting Trail Cam Basket valued at $350
2 Gel Blaster Guns & 2 Face Masks valued at $140
Rogue Guitar & Stand valued at $125
Inflatable Kayak valued at $1200
Hunting Trail Cam Basket valued at $350
2 Gel Blaster Guns & 2 Face Masks valued at $140
Rogue Guitar & Stand valued at $125
Fundraiser Silent Auction Items can be bid on all the way up to 5:30 PM on Friday September 18th
-Gourmet Cake by “Sweet Treats by Dub”
Gourmet Cake
-Custom Giant Jenga Set, Travel Bag Included
Giant Jenga
-Custom ‘Hart’ Cornhole Set with Bags
Cornhole Set
-Oceana Golf Package for 2
Golf Package for 2
Chicken Shack Fundraiser!
When: Friday, Sept. 18 from 5-6:30 pm
Where: Hart High School Aux Gym
Cost: $15 each or 4 for $55 CASH or $16 each or 4 for $58 CREDIT CARD via GOFAN
Dinner includes: ½ chicken, baked potato, coleslaw, dinner roll, and a bottle of water. Pop will be available for purchase.
Advanced dinner ticket orders will be guaranteed and need to be purchased in advance by Wednesday, Sept. 16. Limited dinners will be available for purchase on the day of the fundraiser.
Purchase tickets at: Hart Middle School Office (231)873-6320 or on GoFan by following the link below.
https://gofan.co/event/6887939?schoolId=MI80648
What a great start to the school year!
Reminder that HPS is closed Friday and Monday for the holiday. We will see you all back on September 8th.
Have a happy and safe Labor Day Weekend!
Reminder that HPS is closed Friday and Monday for the holiday. We will see you all back on September 8th.
Have a happy and safe Labor Day Weekend!
HPS free breakfast and lunch hours
Welcome back, Pirates! Tomorrow, September 2nd, is our first day of school with dismissal at 11:30. We are very excited to see all your smiling faces!
HMS Open House Tonight from 4:30-6 PM.
Athletic Orientation at 6:15 PM in the Cafeteria.
5th grade Parent Meeting @ 5 PM in the HMS Auditorium.
Bring your student schedule with you. If you lost it, a fresh one will be available for you!
Chicken Shack Fundraiser items will be available for bidding on. (Final giveaway will be Sept. 18th.)
See you there!!!
Athletic Orientation at 6:15 PM in the Cafeteria.
5th grade Parent Meeting @ 5 PM in the HMS Auditorium.
Bring your student schedule with you. If you lost it, a fresh one will be available for you!
Chicken Shack Fundraiser items will be available for bidding on. (Final giveaway will be Sept. 18th.)
See you there!!!
HMS Open House is on Monday, August 31st from 4:30-6 PM. See you there!
Location change for the August 17th, 2026, Board of Education Meeting
