WEATHER CLOSURE: All campuses of HISD will be closed Friday (Feb. 4th) due to the threat of icy road conditions early tomorrow morning. Classes will resume on Monday (Feb 7th). The closure will impact many of our athletic and extracurricular activities scheduled this weekend. Please watch for information directly from your students’ activity sponsors (coaches, bands directors, teachers, etc.) through Remind. We will try to post all schedule updates at https://HendersonISD.org/weather as well.
By 12:30 p.m, Thursday, temperatures had already dropped below freezing in a few portions of the district and we expect that to continue overnight. While temperatures may climb above freezing tomorrow afternoon, we do not yet know if it will be enough to allow for safe travel Friday afternoon or evening. We are in contact with forecasters and local emergency management authorities to best assess the current situation. HISD’s priority remains keeping our students and staff safe and will cancel or postpone activities if travel is potentially dangerous. Watch our website (HendersonISD.org/weather) for updates.
Please stay safe and warm during this wintery weather.
HISD is open and following our regular school schedules. Remember, any changes or updates will always come through multiple official communication channels including the HISD website, Facebook page, Twitter and our HISD app. Official emails and text messages always come from and reference a district address (such as HendersonISD.org). #LiveLikeYouROAR!
Supplemental Special Education Services (SSES) Program
Senate Bill (SB 1716) passed in the 87th Legislative session expanded the current Supplemental Special Education Services (SSES) program which gives $1,500 grants to families of qualifying Special Education students. Beginning November 1, 2021, new eligibility guidelines will go into full effect, making all currently enrolled Texas public school students served by Special Education eligible! Visit the SSES Homepage -https://tea.texas.gov/academics/special-student-populations/special-education/sses-student-application-process-and-criteria to apply, review program information, and discover how to become a Service Provider - https://tea.texas.gov/academics/special-student-populations/special-education/sses-criteria-and-information-on-becoming-a-service-provider
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Fall Break is here! Please enjoy your Fall Break next week, October 11-15. October 18 is a Professional Development / Clerical day and no school for students. Stay safe and healthy and we'll see you back at school ready to learn on Tuesday, October 19! Happy fall, y'all!
The HHS Health Science Department is eager to start a new First-Aid Kit Fundraiser. Please see any Health Science student to order your first-aid kits today! This fundraiser will benefit our Health Science Students and HOSA scholarships! Thank you so much for your support!!!
Gifted and Talented Nominations are open for the 2021-2022 school year. If you know a student that you feel is gifted, please nominate them by completing the nomination form.
You can find the nomination form by clicking the following link.
https://forms.gle/6viqzYU916zyw2JC9
Friday, October 1st is National Custodian Appreciation Day! Thank you to our incredible custodians for keeping our schools and buildings safe and clean. We appreciate you!
Condolences to the family of long-time HISD employee Sue Fears
It is with deep sadness that the district learned today about the passing of Sue Fears, a longtime Henderson ISD employee. We offer our condolences to her family and friends. Ms. Fears just recently retired from HISD after 26 years of dedicated service to our students and family. She worked at Henderson Middle School for many years, most recently working with our D.A.E.P and P.R.I.D.E. Academy students at the Montgomery Achievement Center. She was committed to students, always the first one on campus each morning and almost never missed a day. It was well known that Ms. Fears had a special place in her heart for students who faced life’s greatest challenges. She was loved by her students and will be truly missed by those who were privileged to work with her on a daily basis.
Every morning, more than 3,400 Henderson students across five HISD campuses begin their day with pledges of allegiance to the flags of the United States and the State of Texas. They then observe a minute of silence. This patriotic and time-honored tradition during the morning announcements is something we will proudly continue for years to come. #HendersonISD #LiveLikeYouROAR
Early Release Friday and School Holiday on Monday.
Henderson Varsity Football Game vs Gilmer on Friday, September 3, 2021
Tickets will be sold online ONLY.
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Collaboration is an essential skill for life-long learners, regardless of where you are in your education! Dr. Lamb is harnessing the power of collaboration this year as he joins the next cohort of District Leadership Fellows at SMU. https://blog.smu.edu/leadershipimpact/tag/dlf/
Reminder! Free meals for all students.
Henderson ISD is committed to creating a safe and healthy environment for our kids' education. This document outlines this district's procedures and practices as we return to school. This will be continuously updated as we monitor our campuses and the community and receive guidance from state and local authorities. https://5il.co/wxzf
Ticket Sales & Trades!
Tickets sales and trades will be Thursday, August 12 from 7:30 am to 3:00 pm at the Student Activities Center on the high school campus.
New season ticket buyers and trades.
Ticket sales or upgrades will not be Thursday, August 5th. They will be sold some time next week and the date will be publicized asap.
Free lunch & breakfast for Pre-K through 12th grade students at HISD!
Those who held reserved seating season tickets for the 2019 HHS Lion football season may purchase their 2021 reserved seating season tickets from 7 AM to 2 PM, July 26, 2021, through July 30, 2021, at the HISD Student Activity Center. Anyone who is not a current ticket holder, but wishes to purchase reserved seating, may do so from 7 AM to 3:30 PM on Thursday, August 5, 2021. These tickets will be available on a first come-first serve basis, and the office will be closed from 12:00 - 1:00 for lunch. Thursday, August 5, will also serve as the day to trade tickets. This will be on a first come-first serve basis, as well.
We need your input! Please take 2 minutes to answer 5 questions that tell us about your concerns and the best way to assist HISD students. https://HendersonISD.org/survey
