March Redford Union Newsletter

We are still seeking dedicated community members to join our Strategic Planning Committee. This is a vital opportunity for you to share your voice, provide valuable input, and help shape the long-term vision and goals of our district. If you are passionate about the future of our schools and want to play an active role in our growth, we would love to have you at the table. Please express your interest by emailing Jackie Warren at warrenj@redfordu.k12.mi.us to learn more about how you can get involved.

Our Beech Elementary students recently celebrated their commitment to positive behavior with a high-energy PBIS Trucker Hat Party! Students who met their behavioral goals earned the chance to design and decorate their own custom hats. From bold colors to unique patches, it was a joy to see our Panthers expressing their individuality and celebrating their hard work. Congratulations to all our students for staying focused, being respectful, and rocking their new gear!

Our 5th and 6th-grade Hilbert classrooms were buzzing with inspiration throughout March as students debuted the Black History Month research projects they worked on all of February! Each student selected a historical figure who resonated with them personally. After weeks of diligent research, they transformed their findings into vibrant, hand-decorated posterboards that filled our hallways with color and knowledge.

The project culminated in a series of classroom presentations where students shared pivotal moments from their figure's life and legacy, discussed the lasting impact these individuals had on civil rights, science, arts, and leadership, and reflected on why their chosen figure served as a meaningful inspiration to them today.

This project was more than just a history lesson, it was a powerful exercise in public speaking and empathy. We are so proud of the hard work our 5th and 6th graders put into honoring these essential voices in American history!

Redford Union Junior High continued its steadfast commitment to character development this past month with its bi-weekly Male Mentoring Program. During the most recent session, over 20 young men gathered to work alongside professional mentors and coaches. The focused theme for the session was BLANK, providing our students with practical tools to navigate challenges with composure and strength. We are incredibly proud of these young men for leaning into these vital conversations and developing the leadership skills that will serve them far beyond the classroom.

We are incredibly thrilled to celebrate the students at Veritas who were recently named to the Honor Roll for their exceptional academic performance. Earning a spot on this list is no small feat; it reflects time spent studying, a genuine curiosity for learning and the discipline to excel across various subjects. We are proud of these students for their dedication to learning. Keep up the great work!

The first week of March was Social Worker Appreciation Week, and we wanted to take a moment and celebrate the incredible social workers at Redford Union.

Social workers are the unsung heroes of our district - serving as advocates and problem-solvers for our students and families, and work tirelessly to ensure every child feels seen, heard and supported. They lead with compassion, resilience and unwavering dedication. From providing emotional support and connecting families with vital resources to helping students overcome barriers and thrive in the classroom, their impact reaches far beyond school walls.

Thank you, social workers, for all that you do to support our students and families!