Today is Monday Meal Distribution!

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

¡Hoy es día de distribución de comidas!

Durante todo el verano, habrá comidas gratuitas y nutritivas disponibles en la escuela Redwood Elementary para todos los niños y adolescentes de 18 años o menos. No se requiere inscripción ni trámites, y el servicio no tiene costo para las familias.

Información sobre la recogida de comidas de verano en Redwood Elementary

Ubicación: Redwood Elementary
395 Woodside Dr.
Hartford, MI 49057

Fechas del programa: 1 de junio de 2026 – 16 de agosto de 2026

Día de distribución de comidas: Lunes
Horario: 4:00 p. m. – 6:30 p. m.
5 days ago, HPS
olorful flyer promoting free summer meals for children and teens in Michigan. The design features bright yellow sun rays radiating from the center, with photos of smiling children eating and playing. Large headline reads, “Free Summer Meals for Children and Teens!” The text explains that children and teens can receive free, nutritious meals throughout the summer at locations across Michigan with no sign-up or cost required. A section titled “Benefits of Summer Meals” lists: Healthy food and snacks at approved meal sites at no cost to families. Neighborhood locations where children can eat and spend time with other children. Summer-long meal support. A QR code is included with instructions to scan for nearby meal sites, along with the website mcgi.state.mi.us/schoolnutrition/. Logos for Meet Up and Eat Up and SUN Meals appear at the bottom.
🌞📅 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! 🍎
12 days 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.
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.
13 days 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! 🍎✏️
15 days 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.
16 days 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
17 days 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.
New HPS job posting: Senior Technology Support Specialist
18 days ago, HPS
Job posting
job posting
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.
18 days 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.
19 days 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.
22 days 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.
25 days 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
26 days 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.

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.

29 days 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.
Hartford Public Schools’ School of Choice enrollment window for 2026-2027 opens next week! Applications will be accepted May 18th–May 29th. Families can explore unique educational opportunities and complete enrollment online at www.hpsmi.org/page/enrollment.
about 1 month ago, HPS
Flyer for Hartford Public Schools promoting “Enroll School of Choice.” The design features large green and white text with photos of students incorporated into the word “ENROLL.” Text states that applications are being accepted May 18th through May 29th and includes enrollment information with the website link: www.hpsmi.org/page/enrollment . A Hartford Public Schools wolf logo appears in the top right corner.
Reminder: Tomorrow, Wednesday May 13th, is a scheduled Half Day for Hartford Public Schools. High School, Middle School, and Alternative Education will be released at 11:15am. Redwood Elementary will be released at 11:30am.
about 1 month ago, HPS
Available Positions at HPS 🐾
Looking for your next opportunity? Join our team and make a difference every day!

📍 Apply today and learn more about our current openings here:
🔗 https://www.hpsmi.org/page/employment-opportunities
about 1 month ago, HPS
Full Time Bus Driver Full Time Special Education Teacher (HS) K-5 ESL Migrant Paraprofessional (2) Medical Assistant (Redwood Elementary) Middle School (8th Grade) Math Teacher 6-12 ESL Migrant Paraprofessional Senior Technology Support Specialist Special Education Paraprofessional (2) - Redwood Elementary Summer Student Maintenance Helper Young 5’s Teacher We Are Hiring hartford public schools positions available
HPS is excited to announce that Forrest Ward has been named the new Hartford Public Schools Director of Technology. Over the past three years, Forrest has served as our Senior Technology Support Specialist, becoming a familiar and dependable presence in our hallways and classrooms. He also brings an additional four years of experience in the same role from other districts. His dedication, expertise, and commitment to supporting staff and students make him a great fit for this position. Please join us in congratulating Forrest on this well-deserved promotion and in welcoming him into his new role!
about 1 month ago, HPS
HPS tech director Forrest Ward in front of Hartford husky logo wall
Today we celebrate the incredible leaders who shape our schools every single day. Thank you to our principals for your dedication, guidance, and commitment to our students, staff, and community. Your impact does not go unnoticed. 🍎 #PrincipalAppreciationDay
about 1 month ago, HPS
Graphic celebrating Principal Appreciation Day featuring six school leaders with their photos and titles: Abel Robles, High School Principal; Darren Tyria, Middle School Principal; Maggie Platt, Redwood Principal; Jamin Olds, Alternative Education Principal; Peter Aranda, High School Assistant Principal; and Stacey Thiele, RW Intermediate Assistant Principal. The design includes green text and a subtle school mascot logo in the background, with HPSMI.org at the bottom.
Back 2 School Bash '26 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
about 2 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
Bus Route 1 will not be running this afternoon

La ruta de autobús 1 no operará esta tarde.
about 2 months ago, HPS