Central Office

central office

Mission Statement: Hartford Public Schools will invest in a cooperative learning environment for the future of our students, staff, and community.

Vision Statement: Hartford Public Schools are welcoming a community where everyone can learn and grow.

Office Hours

Monday: 7:30-4:00

Tuesday: 7:30-4:00

Wednesday: 7:30-4:00

Thursday: 7:30-4:00

Friday: 7:30-3:30

Central Office Staff responsibilities and duties:

Nick Blackmer- Superintendent

Stephanie Walker- Finance Director

Stephanie took over the role of Finance Director in February of 2023. She was previously employed by St. Joseph County ISD and Paw Paw Public Schools. Stephanie's responsibilities will include:

  • Preparing, administering, and monitoring the District budget

  • Advising the Superintendent, Board, and Principals on financial matters

  • Audits

Jordan Parker- Superintendent's Secretary

Jordan has been working for the District for 9 years. She previously served as the Athletic Secretary. Her role includes the following:

  • Human Resources - (job postings, new hire paperwork, applications, etc.)

  • Contracts

  • Certifications

  • Board meetings - agendas and minutes

  • Scheduling appointments with the Superintendent

Carrie Kellogg- Operations/Finance Specialist

Carrie is the first smiling face the community sees when they come to the Central Office. She is in her 5th year working for the District. Her job responsibilities include:

  • Deposits

  • Facility use and van requests

  • Account balances for student funds

  • Volunteer background checks

  • Purchase Orders

Jenny Sinkler- Senior Accountant Director of State and Federal Programs

  • Payroll processing

  • Benefits

  • Retirement

  • Accounts Payable (i.e. purchase orders, bills that need to be paid)

Garrett McGuirt- Communications Director

Garrett graduated from Grand Valley State University with a Bachelor's of Science in Multimedia Communications and has been with the district for 1 year. His Responsibilities include:

  • Superintendent's newsletter

  • Photography of school events

  • HPS website and social media platforms - District Updates

  • District Public Relations

  • Communications during events - weather, special events, safety situations, etc. (All Calls, email/text alerts, letters)

Marilyn Mead- Student Information Specialist/Executive Assistant of Transportation

Marilyn has been working for the District for a total of 11 years. Her responsibilities include:

  • PowerSchool Administrator (parent portal)

  • State reporting

  • Testing

  • School of Choice

     

Derrick Price- District Site Coordinator for Technology Services

Derrick is our  District Site Coordinator for technology. He will support our HPS team throughout the week through the ISD. Previously, Derrick served 8 years as the IT Manager for Hopkins Public Schools. His responsibilities will center on administrative duties of our technology services related to the budget and maintenance of our equipment and network.

Staff