Henderson ISD

A Tradition of Excellence Lives On 🏈❤️ Henderson ISD is deeply honored to receive the incredible collection of football records from the late Mike Baughman, lovingly donated by his wife, Beverly. Spanning over four decades of Lion Football history, this collection of stats, rosters, depth charts, media clippings, and more is a true testament to the passion and dedication Mike had for our community. As the voice of the Lions since the early 1990s, Mike’s impact on Henderson football is immeasurable. His meticulous record-keeping preserved the stories of countless players who left it all on the field every Friday night. Now, thanks to Beverly’s generosity, his legacy will continue to inspire future generations and uphold the tradition of excellence that defines Lion Football. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you, Beverly. The pride of the Lions lives on. 🦁❤️ #LionPride #ThankYouBeverly #HonoringMikeBaughman #TraditionOfExcellence (📸: Beverly Baughman with Mike’s extensive collection of Lion Football history)

Lions, lunch, and leadership! 🦁🍽️ A big THANK YOU to the Henderson Lions Club for hosting Superintendent Brian Bowman today! He had a great time sharing his vision for the district, discussing our students' bright future, and answering questions from such a passionate and engaged group. Strong schools make strong communities, and it’s clear Henderson is full of leaders who care about both. We appreciate your hospitality, your service, and your commitment to making a difference! #HendersonISD #TraditionOfExcellence #HelpingKids #LionsClub #CommunityMatters

We are excited to invite you to a special Meet & Greet event to welcome Ricky Meeks, Henderson ISD’s new Athletic Director and Head Football Coach! Date: Thursday, March 20, 2025 Location: Grady Ash Community Room, Lions Stadium Time: 5:00 – 7:00 PM This come-and-go event is an opportunity for our community to meet Coach Meeks, hear about his vision for Henderson athletics, and show support for the future of our Lions football program. Attendees will also have the chance to tour the press box and enjoy light refreshments. Coach Meeks is no stranger to Henderson, having previously served on the Lions’ coaching staff under his father during the 2010 state championship season. Now, he returns to lead the program with a deep appreciation for our tradition of excellence and a strong commitment to our student-athletes. We encourage families, students, alumni, and fans to stop by, shake Coach Meeks' hand, and give him a warm Henderson welcome! For more details, please see the attached invitation or visit www.hendersonisd.org. We look forward to seeing you there! Go Lions!

This afternoon, a student experienced a medical emergency at the Wylie Elementary campus. Our campus nurse and administrators responded to the classroom to assist, and an ambulance responded to provide further care. To allow easier access for first responders, the campus was placed on a brief "hold." Our thoughts are with the student and their family during this time and we wish them a speedy recovery. Thank you for your understanding.

UPDATE: The source of the smoke at WEP and WPS was traced to a malfunction in the air conditioning equipment. There is no fire. All students are safe and will be returning to classes shortly. Thank you for your patience and cooperation.

Students at the WEP and WPS are being evacuated due to the presence of smoke in the common areas of the building. Fire crews are responding to the scene to investigate. All students are safe at this time. We ask that parents please refrain from coming to the campuses at this time. We will provide updates as more information becomes available. Thank you for your understanding.

An ambulance was dispatched to our Wylie Campuses a few minutes ago to assist a child nutrition employee who was experiencing a minor medical emergency. The campus was placed on a brief "hold" while first responders assisted the employee. All students are safe. The campus should return to normal classes soon.

Power has been restored at Wylie Primary and Wylie Elementary. Thank you for your patience as utility crews worked to resolve the issue. Schools are operating as normal.

Wylie Primary and Wylie Elementary are currently experiencing a power outage. All students are safe. We are in contact with utility crews, who have confirmed that the issue is affecting a larger area on the east side of Henderson. We will provide updates as more information becomes available. Thank you for your patience.

Medical Emergency on HISD Bus This afternoon, near the end of a bus route, one of our bus monitors experienced a minor medical emergency. The bus driver immediately stopped the bus and contacted emergency services. Paramedics responded to the scene, and the employee received medical attention. Due to the situation, the bus was unable to complete its route and the remaining student was safely transported home by district staff. Our thoughts are with our employee, and we wish them a swift recovery. We appreciate the quick response of our staff and first responders in ensuring the safety of everyone involved.

Henderson ISD Mourns Loss of Student Henderson ISD is deeply saddened by the passing of one of our high school students following a car accident overnight. Our hearts go out to the student’s family, friends, and all who are grieving this loss. Counseling support has been made available today for students and staff, and we are working to provide the care and resources needed during this difficult time. We ask that the community keep the student’s loved ones in their thoughts and prayers during the days to come. Additional information will be shared as appropriate. HISD Administration

🎥 Big thanks to the HHS Journalism class for an awesome morning with Superintendent Brian Bowman! From podcast mics to studio lights, these students brought their A-game with great questions and engaging conversations. We love seeing our Lions in action—future media stars in the making! 🦁🎤 #HendersonISD #TraditionOfExcellence #HHSJournalism #FutureBroadcasters

A huge thank you to the Rotary Club of Henderson for hosting Superintendent Brian Bowman at today’s lunch! Mr. Bowman had the opportunity to meet many of our community’s great leaders and share his vision for the future of Henderson ISD. Together, we’re building on a tradition of excellence—because strong schools and strong communities go hand in hand! #HISDExcellence #RotaryClub #CommunityMatters

🎉 A Winning Hand for Education! 🎉 A huge THANK YOU to all the incredible ladies who made this morning’s Henderson Education Foundation fundraiser a great success! Your support, energy, and generosity help us continue helping kids in our schools. We were also thrilled to have our new Superintendent, Brian Bowman, drop in to meet everyone—and even get a quick mahjong lesson! 🀄 Looks like he’s already learning the right moves for Henderson ISD! We appreciate each and every one of you for making today’s Game Day a memorable one! ❤️ #HelpingKids #HendersonEducationFoundation #GameDayFun #MahjongMasterInTraining

One of our buses was involved in a minor accident in town this morning. First responders and school staff responded to the scene. After the incident, the bus was able to complete its route. We immediately began the process of contacting all affected families to ensure everyone is aware of the situation. The safety of our students remains our top priority. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.

A Kilgore High School student was detained last night at Henderson High School following a basketball game. During the game, school staff and police officers learned a student may have been in possession of a weapon while on a Kilgore ISD bus. While searching the school bus, staff found a weapon. Officers believe the student left the weapon on the bus before entering the school. The Henderson Police Department, along with the cooperation of both Henderson ISD and Kilgore ISD, is continuing the investigation. The safety and security of our students and staff both during the school day and at all school related events remains our top priority and we appreciate all those who provided information during this incident.

Thanks to the Henderson Area Chamber of Commerce for a great night and for including our Henderson Middle School Art students in the silent auction again this year! What a great experience for our kids in continuing the HISD Tradition of Excellence! #HISD

During Holocaust Remembrance Week, our honors history students were profoundly impacted by a deeply moving presentation on the Holocaust by Dr. Kevin Simpson, Department Chair and Distinguished Professor of Psychology at John Brown University. Dr. Simpson's extensive research and experiences, including his time as a Fulbright Scholar in the Slovak Republic and his fellowship at the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum, brought unparalleled depth to the discussion. In addition to engaging with our students, Dr. Simpson also had the opportunity to meet with our social studies teachers during their planning meeting, sharing insights and fostering meaningful conversations about teaching this critical subject. We are sincerely grateful for the opportunity to learn from Dr. Simpson and for the lasting impact he has made on both our students and staff.

A big thank you to the Rotary Club of Henderson for visiting our CTE department yesterday! 🌟 Our students showcased their career paths and shared their inspiring journeys toward future success. Special thanks to the Culinary Arts students for preparing a delicious lunch and the Floral Design teams for making our the centerpieces that made the event even more memorable. 🍽️👏 We’re proud to highlight the amazing talents and hard work of our students! #CTEExcellence #RotaryClub #TraditionOfExcellence #HendersonISD

🔥🎤 The District Cross-Examination (CX) Debate competition is happening today at Calvary Baptist Church in Henderson! 🏛️✨ Students from Carthage, Pine Tree, and Henderson ISD are bringing their A-game and showcasing their skills. One of our teams, Henderson High School’s Aurora Nelson and Trynity Morrow, argued this morning during their first round. 💪🎓 Good luck to all participants as they debate their way to success! 🌟 #HendersonISD #TraditionOfExcellence #CXDebate 🏆👏