In celebration of Earth Week, the Hopewell Valley Regional School District (HVRSD) partnered with Hopewell Valley Gardens for Wildlife to plant Quercus rubra — the Northern Red Oak and New Jersey’s official state tree — at all six district schools.
This initiative reflects the district’s ongoing commitment to sustainability, environmental education, and fostering wildlife-friendly spaces across its campuses, according to a press release on April 26.
HVRSD firmly believes in creating healthier, more sustainable school environments that benefit students and the local ecosystem.
By incorporating native trees and promoting biodiversity, the district hopes to inspire students to become lifelong stewards of the land.
“Healthy habitats and communities go hand-in-hand,” said Rosetta Treece, superintendent of HVRSD. “Through projects like these, we’re working to restore our connection with the environment and to empower the next generation to be stewards of the natural world.”
This collaborative effort beautifies school grounds, supports native wildlife, improves air quality, and strengthens the community’s relationship with the environment, one tree at a time.
For more information about HVRSD, visit https://www.hvrsd.org.
