🌞📅 June 15–July 17 | This summer, kids can make new friends and enjoy nutritious meals at Redwood Elementary!

Free breakfast is served from 8:00–9:00 a.m. and free lunch from 11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Open to all children 18 and under, no registration required. Walk-ins are welcome! 🍎

🌞📅 Del 15 de junio al 17 de julio | ¡Este verano, los niños pueden hacer nuevos amigos y disfrutar de comidas nutritivas en la Escuela Primaria Redwood!

Se sirve desayuno gratuito de 8:00 a 9:00 a. m. y almuerzo gratuito de 11:00 a. m. a 12:30 p. m., de lunes a viernes.

Abierto a todos los niños de 18 años o menos; no se requiere inscripción. ¡Todos son bienvenidos! 🍎
4 months ago, HPS
USDA Summer Meals flyer featuring a group of smiling children standing outdoors. Large text reads, “Remember: Friends Don’t Let Friends Sit Inside All Summer!” The flyer promotes free healthy meals and opportunities for children age 18 and under to connect with friends. Program details include: Redwood Elementary; June 15–July 17, Monday–Friday; breakfast from 8:00–9:00 a.m. and lunch from 11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m. The program is open to all children 18 years and younger, walk-ins are welcome, and entry is through the gym lobby entrance. The bottom of the flyer displays the “Meet Up and Eat Up” summer meals campaign branding and USDA logos.
3rd-8th Grade Girls Summer Sports camp kicks off tomorrow! Due to construction, please enter through the rear gym doors near the track. 🏀🏐

¡El campamento deportivo de verano para niñas de 3.º a 8.º grado comienza mañana! Debido a obras de construcción, por favor ingresen por las puertas traseras del gimnasio, junto a la pista.
4 months ago, HPS
Flyer for a “Summer Sports Camp” with a green background and a wolf mascot logo. The camp takes place June 2–4 at Hartford High School from 10:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Activities include volleyball, basketball, and skill development. Open to all girls entering grades 3–8 for the 2026–2027 school year. Registration fee is $30 (checks payable to HPS). Lunch will be provided. Participants should bring a water bottle and gym shoes and must submit completed permission and medical forms. All forms and payment are due by May 22. The camp serves as a fundraiser for the girls’ basketball and volleyball programs. Contact: Lindsay Blackmer, blackmerl@hpsmi.org, 269-621-7214.
Volante para un “Campamento de Deportes de Verano” con fondo verde y el logotipo de un lobo. El campamento se realizará los días 2, 3 y 4 de junio en la preparatoria, de 10:00 a. m. a 1:30 p. m. Las actividades incluyen voleibol, baloncesto y trabajo de habilidades. Está abierto a todas las niñas que cursarán de 3.º a 8.º grado durante el año escolar 2026–2027. El costo es de $30. Se proporcionará almuerzo. Las participantes deben llevar botella de agua y zapatos deportivos, y entregar formularios de autorización y médicos completos. Todos los formularios y el pago deben entregarse antes del 22 de mayo. La recaudación beneficia los programas femeninos de baloncesto y voleibol. Información de contacto: Lindsay Blackmer, blackmerl@hpsmi.org, 269-621-7214.
Dear Hartford Families,

We are excited to share that Hartford Public Schools will once again participate in the Michigan Summer Food Service Program through the Meet Up and Eat Up initiative this summer!

Free, nutritious meals will be available for all children and teens ages 18 and under at Redwood Elementary throughout the summer. There is no registration, no paperwork, and no cost to families.

Redwood Elementary Summer Meal Pick-Up Information
Location: Redwood Elementary
395 Woodside Dr.
Hartford, MI 49057

Program Dates: June 1, 2026 – August 16, 2026

Meal Distribution Day: Mondays
Time: 4:00 PM – 6:30 PM

Families may pick up meals to go during the scheduled distribution time each Monday.

About the Meet Up and Eat Up Program
The Meet Up and Eat Up program helps ensure children continue to have access to healthy meals during the summer months when school is not in session. Meals are free and available to all children and teens, regardless of household income.

Benefits of the program include:

Healthy meals and snacks at no cost
Convenient neighborhood meal locations
Continued nutritional support throughout the summer
For additional information, please contact Hartford Public Schools at 269-621-7000.

We encourage all families to take advantage of this wonderful opportunity to help keep children healthy, nourished, and ready for a great summer.
4 months ago, HPS
Colorful flyer promoting free summer meals for children and teens in Michigan. The center shows two children smiling and eating together, with smaller photos of healthy foods and a diverse group of children. Large headline reads, “Free Summer Meals for Children and Teens!” The flyer explains that children and teens can receive free nutritious meals at locations across Michigan during the summer with no sign-up or cost. Benefits listed include healthy food, neighborhood meal locations, and summer-long meal support. A QR code and website (mcgi.state.mi.us/schoolnutrition/) are provided to help families find nearby meal sites. Logos for “Meet Up and Eat Up” and “SUN Meals” appear at the bottom.
☀️ School’s out for summer! 🎉

Thank you all for an amazing school year. We hope you have a fun, safe, and relaxing summer break! 😎🌴

We’ll see you again on August 24 for the start of the 2026–2027 school year! 🍎✏️
5 months ago, HPS
Graphic announcing Hartford Public Schools' summer break. A green and white abstract background with a wolf mascot logo in the upper-right corner surrounds a dark gray center panel. The panel reads: "Hartford Public Schools" above large green text that says "Summer Break," with the dates "June 1st – August 24th" below. The design uses the school's green, white, and gray colors.
Reminder: Tomorrow, Friday May 29th is a scheduled Half Day for the last day of the 2025-2026 school year. High School, Middle School, and Alternative Education will be released at 11:15am and Redwood Elementary will be released at 11:30am. Recordatorio: Mañana, viernes 29 de mayo, está programada una jornada de medio día con motivo del último día del año escolar 2025-2026. Los estudiantes de la Escuela Secundaria, la Escuela Intermedia y Educación Alternativa saldrán a las 11:15 a. m., y los de la Escuela Primaria Redwood saldrán a las 11:30 a. m.
5 months ago, HPS
The 2026 Back 2 School Bash is set for Wednesday, August 19th from 5-7pm! We will kick off the new school year with games, rides, vendors, and fun!

Please fill out the table request form by August 7th. This is a FREE community engagement event, NO SALES ALLOWED.

Businesses and Organizations that wish to have a table at this event, please fill out the table request form linked below or scan the QR code:

https://forms.gle/2weQKPif2zhaM4LR8
5 months ago, HPS
he image is a promotional flyer for a school “Back 2 School Bash 26” event with a green-and-white Hartford Huskies theme. Key details on the flyer: Event Name: Back 2 School Bash 26 Purpose: Table Request / community engagement event Deadline: Please fill out the table request form by August 7th Important note: “This is a FREE community engagement event” “NO SALES ALLOWED.” Contact Information: Phone: (269) 621-7145 Website: hpsmi.org Additional elements: Hartford Huskies wolf logo in the center QR code for the table request form Large bold “BASH 26” headline at the top.
Recently, the entire 4th grade at Redwood Elementary participated in an electrical safety poster contest through MEC (Midwest Energy and Communications). Yesterday, Lori from MEC came to announce the poster winners. The winner of the contest is Jimena Hernandez from Ms. Lorenz &. Ms. Hallgren's room. Her poster design warning about fishing near power lines will go on a billboard for all to see this summer!

Second place and honorable mentions went to McKynlee Hickmott-Brown and Mateo Ortega from Ms. Klein's room. Great job everyone! MEC was very impressed with our students' artwork and great behavior during their presentation!
5 months ago, HPS
a student holds a poster with a fisherman in the woods that reads dont fish near power lines
Three children and one adult are posing together. The children are holding colorful safety-themed drawings: One poster warns about staying away from power lines near homes. One says “Don’t Fish Near power lines!” Another says “Don’t Step out!” with a drawing of a car and fallen power lines. The adult appears to be a teacher or school staff member wearing a lanyard.
A young boy is holding a poster showing utility poles, power lines, and a red car near a fallen line. The poster says: “Don’t Step out!” “When power lines fall on your car, stay inside to stay safe.” He is also standing in front of the Hartford Huskies logo.
A young girl with glasses is holding a poster featuring a blue house, utility poles, and power lines. The drawing includes a warning message about staying away from power lines. She is standing in front of the Hartford Huskies logo.
New HPS job posting: Senior Technology Support Specialist
5 months ago, HPS
Job posting
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Reminder: Hartford Public Schools’ School of Choice enrollment window for 2026-2027 IS NOW OPEN! Applications will be accepted through the remainder of this week. Families can explore unique educational opportunities and complete enrollment online at www.hpsmi.org/page/enrollment.

Please call 269-621-7000 if you have any questions.
5 months ago, HPS
Promotional flyer for Hartford Public Schools’ “School of Choice” enrollment. Large text reads “ENROLL – School of Choice – Accepting Applications May 18th–May 29th – APPLY NOW!” The word “ENROLL” is filled with photos of smiling students participating in school activities, including sports, art, and classroom events. A QR code appears in the lower left corner, and the website “https://www.hpsmi.org/page/enrollment” is listed at the bottom. The school mascot logo, a husky, is shown in the top right corner.
Please remember to pick up all student medications, including inhalers and EpiPens, from school offices by May 29. A parent or guardian must sign out all medications, and any medications not picked up will be discarded. Students returning for the 2026–2027 school year will also need updated Medication Administration Plans and Action Plans on file.
5 months ago, HPS
Colorful “End of the Year Medication Pick Up” flyer reminding parents to pick up student medications, including inhalers and EpiPens, from the school office by May 29. The flyer notes that a parent must sign out medications, medications will not be sent home with students, and unclaimed medications will be discarded. It also reminds families that new Medication Administration Plans and Action Plans are required for the 2026–2027 school year. Summer-themed graphics include a bucket, shovel, beach ball, sunglasses, and prescription bottles.
Reminder: There is NO SCHOOL, Monday May 25th in observance of Memorial Day.
5 months ago, HPS
Reminder: Hartford Public Schools’ School of Choice enrollment window for 2026-2027 IS NOW OPEN! Applications will be accepted May 18th–May 29th. Families can explore unique educational opportunities and complete enrollment online at www.hpsmi.org/page/enrollment.

Please call 269-621-7000 if you have any questions.
5 months ago, HPS
Main text: “HARTFORD PUBLIC SCHOOLS” Large headline: “ENROLL” “SCHOOL OF CHOICE” “Accepting Applications” “May 18th – May 29th” Additional information: “Enrollment information:” URL: https://www.hpsmi.org/page/enrollment Design details: Green and white color scheme Multiple photos of students embedded inside the letters of “ENROLL” A husky/wolf school mascot logo appears in the top-right corner.
🚨 LAST CALL for Strawberry Run sponsors! 🍓🏃‍♂️

We’re looking for sponsors for the 5k Strawberry Run on June 13th in Hartford, MI. This is a great opportunity to support local cross country and track & field programs while getting your business involved in a fun community event!

For sponsorship details, contact Sarah Manning at: mannings@hpsmi.org

Want to participate in the run?
Scan the QR code on the flyer to sign up!

📍 Hartford, MI — 121 School St
⏰ Starts at 8 AM
💲 Registration: $35

🚨 ¡Último llamado para patrocinadores de la Strawberry Run! 🍓🏃‍♂️

Buscamos patrocinadores para la carrera de 5 km «Strawberry Run», que se celebrará el 13 de junio en Hartford, MI. ¡Esta es una gran oportunidad para apoyar los programas locales de campo a través y atletismo, a la vez que involucra a su negocio en un divertido evento comunitario!

Para obtener detalles sobre el patrocinio, comuníquese con Sarah Manning en: mannings@hpsmi.org

¿Desea participar en la carrera?
¡Escanee el código QR del folleto para inscribirse!

📍 Hartford, MI — 121 School St
⏰ Comienza a las 8:00 a. m.
💲 Inscripción: $35
5 months ago, HPS
Colorful promotional graphic for the “Strawberry 5K Run” on June 13th in Hartford, Michigan. The design features large green “5K RUN” text with bold red “STRAWERRY” lettering across the center. A smiling cartoon strawberry character wearing red sneakers is running in the middle of the flyer. Event details include an 8 AM start time, registration cost of $35, and location at 121 School St, Hartford, MI. A QR code labeled “Sign Up Link” appears on the left side for race registration. The flyer also mentions partnership with Hartford Cross Country and Track & Field programs and includes local organization logos at the bottom.
Power has been restored at Redwood Elementary.
5 months ago, HPS
Redwood Elementary After School Program has been cancelled for this afternoon. Students will be dismissed via their normal method.
5 months ago, HPS
Redwood Elementary is currently experiencing a power outage, leading to phone lines being down. For immediate needs please call our Central Office at 269-621-7000. We will provide updates as they become available.

La Escuela Primaria Redwood está experimentando actualmente un corte de energía, lo que ha provocado la caída de las líneas telefónicas. Para necesidades inmediatas, por favor llame a nuestra Oficina Central al 269-621-7000. Proporcionaremos actualizaciones a medida que estén disponibles.
5 months ago, HPS
Redwood Elementary Principal's Weekly Newsletter: https://app.smore.com/n/kyaxs
5 months ago, HPS
Hartford High School hosted Redwood Elementary today for Field Day!

PHOTOS: https://hartfordpublicschools55.pixieset.com/2026redwoodfielddayathartfordhighschool/
5 months ago, HPS
A young boy throws a blue disc toward a disc golf basket during Field Day while high school students and younger kids smile and watch on the grass field. The scene captures a fun, energetic atmosphere with teamwork, games, and school spirit.

Attention Hartford Families: The North Center Street Railroad crossing will be closed beginning May 18, 2026, due to construction, impacting travel to Hartford High School and Hartford Middle School. The crossing is expected to remain closed for approximately five days. Please plan alternate routes and allow extra travel time during this period.

5 months ago, HPS
An aerial map of Hartford showing the area around Hartford Middle School, Hartford Athletic Field, Van Buren Trail State Park, and nearby neighborhoods. Yellow highlighted lines mark designated alternate traffic routes around a railroad crossing construction site. A red “X” marks the railroad crossing closure near the center of the map. The detour routes loop around residential streets and connect to surrounding roads west, south, and east of the closure area.
There’s still time to register your daughter for our Youth Summer Camp! It’s going to be a fun and exciting experience for everyone!

All girls that are in 3rd-8th grade for next school year are invited to participate in a volleyball and basketball Summer Sports Camp on June 2, 3 & 4th. It will be held from 10-1:30 at Hartford High School and costs $30 to participate, lunch is provided. Medical forms, permission slips, and money are due by May 22nd. See Mrs. Blackmer or Mrs. Matheny or stop by the office if you have any questions or need a flyer. We hope to see you June 2nd, 3rd, and 4th! Are you ready to play some basketball and volleyball? 🏀🏐

All information and documents can be found at: https://www.hpsmi.org/documents/resources/for-parents/3rd-8th-grade-summer-sports-camp-information/26902655

¡Todavía hay tiempo para inscribir a su hija en nuestro Campamento de Verano Juvenil! ¡Será una experiencia divertida y emocionante para todos!

Todas las niñas que cursarán entre el 3.er y el 8.º grado durante el próximo año escolar están invitadas a participar en un Campamento Deportivo de Verano de voleibol y baloncesto los días 2, 3 y 4 de junio. El campamento se llevará a cabo de 10:00 a. m. a 1:30 p. m. en Hartford High School; la participación tiene un costo de $30 e incluye el almuerzo. Los formularios médicos, los permisos y el pago deben entregarse a más tardar el 22 de mayo. Consulte a la Sra. Blackmer o a la Sra. Matheny, o acérquese a la oficina, si tiene alguna pregunta o necesita un folleto informativo. ¡Esperamos verlas los días 2, 3 y 4 de junio! ¿Están listas para jugar al baloncesto y al voleibol? 🏀🏐

Toda la información y los documentos se encuentran disponibles en: https://www.hpsmi.org/documents/resources/for-parents/3rd-8th-grade-summer-sports-camp-information/26902655
5 months ago, HPS
Bright green “Summer Sports Camp” flyer featuring a wolf mascot logo and basketball image. Camp dates are June 2, 3, and 4 at Hartford High School from 10:00 AM–1:30 PM. Featured activities include volleyball, basketball, and skill work, illustrated with sports photos/icons. The camp is open to girls entering 3rd–8th grade for the 2026–2027 school year. Registration costs $30, lunch is provided, and participants should bring water bottles and gym shoes. Permission slips and medical forms must be completed, with all forms and payment due by May 22. The camp is a fundraiser for the girls’ basketball and volleyball programs. Contact information for Lindsay Blackmer, including email and phone number, appears at the bottom.
Bright green flyer for “Campode Deportes de Verano” (Summer Sports Camp) with a wolf mascot logo and basketball graphic. The camp takes place June 2, 3, and 4 at the high school from 10:00 AM–1:30 PM. Activities include volleyball, basketball, and skill-building exercises, shown with circular sports photos/icons. The camp is open to girls entering grades 3–8 for the 2026–2027 school year. Cost is $30, lunch is provided, and participants should bring water bottles and athletic shoes. Permission and medical forms are required, and registration/payment are due by May 22. The flyer notes the event is a fundraiser for girls’ basketball and volleyball programs. Contact information for Lindsay Blackmer is listed at the bottom with email and phone number.