We need to close our Hawes playground until important tree work is completed to ensure the safety of our students and staff.
Students will remain indoors during recess. It is highly recommended that all Hawes outdoor spaces, the Upper and Lower Fields and both playgrounds, not be used until the tree work is completed. Families will be notified upon completion. The safety of our children and our community is first priority. Please see email for complete details.
about 2 months ago, Hawes Elementary School
Please join us for our end of year music concerts tomorrow, June 5th, 2026, in the Hawes Gymnasium. . First and Second grades will perform at 9:30 am, and Third and Fourth grades at 10:30 am. Hope to see you all!
about 2 months ago, Hawes Elementary School
All current fifth grade parents and guardians are invited to join us tonight, May 19th at 6 pm, in the Benjamin Franklin Middle School Auditorium for a Sixth Grade Orientation Program. Join us to learn about the sixth grade curriculum, Franklin/Ridge House organization, student activities and important information and reminders. This presentation will be followed by a question and answer session. We hope to see you all there!
3 months ago, Hawes Elementary School
Last Chance: Digital Parenting Presentation: Snapchat Parental Controls
Is your child on Snapchat? Ridgewood Public Schools and the Federated HSA have arranged free access to a 45-minute tutorial that gives you the practical tools to understand the platform and set up parental controls — straight from someone who helped build it.
Watch now at digitalmom.me/ridgewood - Available March 15 – April 15
(Free to all Ridgewood community members)
Watch from home, on your own schedule.
Your Guide: Sarah Gallagher Trombley
Sarah is a former Snapchat executive — she knows exactly how the platform works and what parents need to do to keep their kids safer on it. Now she helps families navigate the digital world through her company, Digital Mom Media. This is rare, inside knowledge, delivered in plain language.
4 months ago, Ridgewood Public Schools
Please join us this weekend for our Drama Club Performances ofn" You Are a Good Man, Charlie Brown. " Performances will be on Friday, April 17, 2026 at 7 pm and Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 12 noon and 5 pm. Tickets are available for purchase through our School Store. You are in for a real treat!
4 months ago, Hawes Elementary School
Reminder: 4th and 5th Grade Parent & Student Presentation sponsored by the Federated HSA: Dynamic Influence (Robert Hackenson)
Dynamic Influence specializes in "edutaining" presentations about social media dangers & cyber safety for schools and parents. Hackenson uses entertainment like magic, hypnosis, and visual effects, to deliver memorable and engaging lessons to encourage responsible digital citizenship to a young audience. All parents of 4th and 5th grade students are encouraged to attend.
April 9th
Orchard: 9 am - Travell: 11 am - Willard: 2 pm
April 10th
Ridge: 9 am - Hawes: 11 am - Somerville: 2 pm
4 months ago, Ridgewood Public Schools
Celebrate inclusion with a district-wide Spirit Week to promote kindness, acceptance, and school spirit all week long.
Monday, April 6 – Wear Neon 🌟
Tuesday, April 7 – Team Jersey Day 🏈
Wednesday, April 8 – Orange Out 🧡
Thursday, April 9 – Comfy Day 💤
Friday, April 10 – School Spirit Day 🎉
Be a part of team inclusion!
4 months ago, Somerville Elementary School
Ridgewood Public Schools will be closed on Friday, March 20, 2026 in observance of Eid-Al-Fitr. Schools will reopen on Monday, March 23, 2026.
5 months ago, Hawes Elementary School
Please note that Ridgewood Public Schools will be closed on Monday, February 16, 2026, in observance of Presidents Day, and also on Tuesday, February 17, in observance of Lunar New Year. Schools will reopen on Wednesday, February 18, 2026.
6 months ago, Hawes Elementary School
Please join us for the Hawes Space Show on Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 3:30 pm . Come experience the creations and activities our students have worked on during our unit of study on space. Everyone is welcome!
6 months ago, Hawes Elementary School
Faculty/Staff and Students - Please take extra caution when walking on and off school grounds, especially when crossing roadways and parking lots. Despite salting by the crews, refreezing has created some slippery areas throughout.
6 months ago, Ridgewood Public Schools
Please join us this coming Friday evening, January 23, 2026, 5:30 -8:30 pm at the Cafeteria and Auditorium of The Benjamin Franklin Middle School, for the 40th Annual Hawes International Fair, presented by the Hawes HSA. The evening will include a Taste of the World Food Festival, a parade of nations and cultural performances. Come celebrate the cultural diversity and global spirit at Hawes!
7 months ago, Hawes Elementary School
Please join us this Thursday, January 22, 2026, at 9:30 am in the Hawes Gym for our fifth grade instrumental and vocal concert. Our students have been hard at work and cannot wait to show you their accomplishments!
7 months ago, Hawes Elementary School
Please note that Ridgewood Public Schools will be closed on Monday, January 19, 2026 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr’s Day. Schools will reopen on Tuesday, January 20, 2026.
7 months ago, Hawes Elementary School
Please join us this Friday, December 12th, 2025, for the first of our Winter Concert Performances. First and second graders will perform at 9:30 am, and third and fourth graders at 11:30 am. We hope to see you all!
8 months ago, Hawes Elementary School
Don't forget to check out the Spirit Wear Sale sponsored by the Hawes HSA for your holiday shopping. RIdgewood gear is available through the Hawes HSA School Store. The store will close at noon on Friday, Dec. 5, 2025.
8 months ago, Hawes Elementary School
This Wednesday, November 26, 2025, Ridgewood Public Schools will follow a Minimum Day Schedule. Elementary School Dismissal will be at 12:45 pm.. Schools will be closed on Thursday and Friday, November 27th and 28th, 2025, for our Thanksgiving Break, and will reopen on Monday, December 1, 2025
8 months ago, Hawes Elementary School
Ridgewood Public Schools will be closed on Thursday, November 6th and Friday, November 7, 2025 for the annual NJEA Convention. Schools will reopen on Monday, November 10, 2025.
9 months ago, Hawes Elementary School
Please join us for Hawes' Annual Halloween parade this coming Friday, October 31, 2025 at 2:00 pm, around the fence of the upper baseball field, weather permitting.
9 months ago, Hawes Elementary School
The Hawes HSA proudly presents its annual Halloween Bash this Friday, October 24th, 2025 , 5:30-7:30 pm at Hawes School. Sensory Opening at 5:00 pm. This year, it will feature indoor and outdoor activities and games, a D.J., food , and a Trunk-or-Treat. Come join the fun. It's bound to be a 'spooktacular" time!
10 months ago, Hawes Elementary School
