From Interim Superintendent Jim Dunlap - A great big shout out of appreciation to these guys for their exceptional dedication, time and extra efforts in monitoring weather forecasts, traveling roads, and ensuring our buildings were ready for instruction during recent weather events. Their extraordinary loyalty to HISD began as early as 12:01 AM on the past two weather events and continued through the dark, cold morning hours on lonely back roads. The information they gathered was crucial in making informed decisions about whether to close school, delay school, or continue as usual.
Their work begins as part of this great HISD team while most everyone else is tucked into their warm beds. And like all heroes, “someone has to do it” and what they do is critical to keeping students, staff, and families safe. We owe them a huge thank you. So, when you see them, let them know how much you appreciate their part in keeping the “Tradition of Excellence” in Henderson ISD. (Photo: Gary Don Davis, Kyle Gatlin, Terry Everitt, David Chenault)

Delayed Start Announcement for Today
Henderson ISD will have a delayed start today, with classes beginning at 10:00 a.m. Buses will run two hours later than their regular schedule.
While most roads in the district are in good condition, there are icy spots in the southernmost areas, especially on elevated surfaces, which could be hazardous this morning. This delayed start will allow extra time for students and staff traveling in the affected areas. We will continue to monitor the roads in hopes of conditions improving through the morning.
Thank you for your understanding, and please exercise caution on the roads. Stay safe and warm!

Dear HISD Families,
Sick season is officially here, and we need your help to keep our students and staff as healthy as possible. The flu and other illnesses are circulating, and we ask if your child is sick, please keep them at home until they are 24 hours fever-free, vomit-free, or diarrhea-free.
It is important that students do not attend school while sick, even if they have been given medication like Tylenol, Advil, Imodium, etc. Sending a sick child to school can contribute to the spread of illness.
Thank you for your support in keeping HISD healthy!

Weather Update: Possible Snow Headed Our Way
We want to assure our families and staff that we are carefully tracking the current weather forecasts. The safety of our students and staff remains our top priority.
If any schedule changes are needed, we will make a decision no later than 5:00 a.m. on the day of the change and share updates promptly through our website, social media, and notification systems.
Thank you for your understanding and support as we navigate these weather conditions. Please stay tuned for further updates or visit www.HendersonISD.org/weather for the lastest information.

Dear HISD Families,
Due to the remaining uncertainty of wintry weather, HISD will start school tomorrow, Friday, January 10, at 10:00 AM. Buses will run two hours later than the normal schedule, and families may drop students off at campuses beginning two hours later than usual. Please note that breakfast may not be available on campus due to the delayed start. High school students should report directly to their 3rd Period class.
We will continue to monitor road conditions throughout the night. If icy conditions develop or persist into the morning, classes may be canceled. Families will be notified as soon as possible. Please stay safe and check for updates on our website and social media channels.
Henderson ISD

HISD is OPEN for classes TOMORROW, Thursday, Jan 9, 2025. Although some news outlets have reported otherwise, the district will be open for all regularly scheduled classes. HISD has not informed local media outlets of any schedule changes. We will, however, continue to monitor the weather throughout the day and make adjustments as needed. For the latest information, visit www.HendersonISD.org/weather.
We are monitoring the forecast for potential wintry weather over the next couple of days. Our commitment to the safety of our students, staff, and families is at the forefront of every decision we make.
If conditions warrant, we will announce any changes to the school schedule, such as closures or delays, by 5:00 a.m. each morning. This timeline helps ensure families and staff can plan accordingly.
When making these decisions, we consider several factors, including road conditions in Henderson as well as the nearly 1,000 miles of county roads our buses travel each day. Even if the roads in town are clear, some of our bridges and less traveled county roads could be icy, blocked by downed trees or otherwise unsafe for travel. To make informed decisions, we work closely with local law enforcement, road crews, and the National Weather Service to assess current and forecasted conditions.
We will communicate updates through our usual channels, including Facebook, email, text, the HISD website, and other social media. Please ensure your contact information is up-to-date in Skyward to receive timely notifications.
Thank you for your understanding and support as we prioritize the safety and well-being of our school community.

Monitoring Winter Weather Conditions for Next Week
-- Updates at: www.HendersonISD.org/weather --
As we approach next week, we want to let you know that we are closely monitoring the forecast for potential wintry weather. Our commitment to the safety of our students, staff, and families is at the forefront of every decision we make.
If conditions warrant, we will announce any changes to the school schedule, such as closures or delays, by 5:00 a.m. Monday morning. This timeline helps ensure families and staff can plan accordingly.
When making these decisions, we consider several factors, including road conditions in Henderson as well as the nearly 1,000 miles of county roads our buses travel each day. Even if the roads in town are clear, some of our bridges and less traveled county roads could be icy, blocked by downed trees or otherwise unsafe for travel. To make informed decisions, we work closely with local law enforcement, road crews, and the National Weather Service to assess current and forecasted conditions.
We will communicate updates through our usual channels, including Facebook, email, text, the HISD website, and other social media. If you have students in HISD, please ensure your contact information is up-to-date in Skyward to receive timely notifications.
Thank you for your understanding and support as we prioritize the safety and well-being of our school community.

🎉✨ Henderson ISD Shines at Region 7! ✨🎉
Our Gifted and Talented Department was invited to speak at the Region 7 Curriculum Directors meeting! 👏 They shared the structure of our GT program and gave a glimpse into what GT looks like at each grade level. Attendees even enjoyed a video featuring projects from our amazing GT students showcased last week! 🎥🎨🧠
We’re proud to represent our tradition of excellence and celebrate our students’ creativity and hard work! 💙 #HendersonISD #GTShowcase #TraditionOfExcellence #Region7

🎉👏 Big shoutout to our incredible Northside leaders, Canden Moore, Macy Bodiford, Julia Collins, and Lily Hunt, for proudly leading the Pledge of Allegiance at Tuesday night's school board meeting! These four represent the heart and spirit of their "Houses" at Northside, and their leadership shines brightly. 🌟🫡 Way to go, team—you're showing us all what it means to lead with pride and excellence! 💙❤️💛💚 #NorthsideLeaders #TraditionOfExcellence #StudentLeadership

Planning today, succeeding tomorrow! 🚀 Our amazing teachers and campus leaders spent the day diving deep into unit planning, fine-tuning lessons, and ensuring every step meets students' needs. It's all about helping kids stay on track and reach their goals—one unit at a time! 📚✏️ #StudentSuccess #TeacherDedication #TraditionOfExcellence

All campus safety drills have been completed and students evacuated from the high school have been safely returned to campus. Thank you for your cooperation at we work to keep our HISD family safe! - HISD Admin
*** DRILL ***
Safety drills are underway across our campuses today. HHS is conducting an evacuation drill, while other schools are practicing fire drills or other safety protocols. You may notice an increased presence of first responders in the area. They are assisting with the drill.
** Please avoid the HHS campus until the drill is complete. Students cannot be release during the drill. **
Thank you for your understanding and support while we practice keeping our students and staff safe! - HISD Administration

Reminder: Safety Drills Next Week!
Our campuses will be practicing essential safety procedures next week. The High School will conduct an evacuation and reunification drill, and other campuses may hold fire drills at the same time. Local law enforcement will be assisting us. Thank you for your support as we work together to keep our community safe!

🎉 A Big Thank You to Our Kindergarten Leaders! 🎉
Tuesday night, these incredible kindergarten students from Wylie Primary School led the pledges at the Henderson ISD Board of Trustees meeting: Ezekiel Vega, Rylee Stokes, Lottie Henry, and Jolee Brown. 🇺🇸💙❤️
They represented their school and community with confidence and enthusiasm, and we are so proud of their leadership! Let’s cheer on these young Lions as they continue to grow and shine in Henderson’s tradition of excellence! 🦁👏
#HendersonPride #FutureLeaders #TraditionOfExcellence 💙❤️

🎉 A Big Congratulations to Giselle Alejandro! 🎉
Tuesday night, the Henderson ISD Board of Trustees proudly recognized Giselle Alejandro for her incredible achievements in cross-country. After winning both District and Area, Giselle capped off her high school career in style by placing 10th overall in a field of more than 150 runners in her final race! 🏃♀️💨
Her dedication, hard work, and leadership have left an indelible mark on the Henderson cross-country program. Giselle has been an inspiration to her teammates and younger runners alike, embodying the true spirit of Henderson ISD's tradition of excellence. 💙❤️
#HendersonPride #XCChampion #TraditionOfExcellence #GoLions 💙❤️

🎉 Celebrating Trey Pinnell! 🎉
Tuesday night, HISD proudly recognized recent graduate Trey Pinnell for his incredible achievement as the 2024 National Champion in the Forest Management & Products Proficiency Award at the National FFA Convention! 🌟
Trey’s hard work and dedication to his business, Pinnell Pine Straw, has set a shining example of our Tradition of Excellence. We are so proud of his success and the legacy he’s left at Henderson ISD. 💙❤️
Join us in congratulating Trey for this amazing accomplishment and wishing him continued success in all his future endeavors! 👏
#NationalChampion #HendersonPride #FFA #TraditionOfExcellence

Attention HISD Family!
Next week, we'll be conducting important safety drills across our campuses. The main evacuation and reunification drill will happen at the High School, while other schools may also conduct fire drills at the same time. This is part of our commitment to student safety and preparedness. Stay tuned for more details!

"Nothing says school spirit like the legendary Senior Mom Dance at today’s pep rally! 🕺💃 These amazing moms brought the moves and the energy, showing our students that the true meaning of Lion pride goes beyond the sidelines! 🦁🔥 It was clear – these ladies know how to bring the fun! 🎶 Huge shoutout to our senior moms for making this tradition unforgettable year after year! #LionPride #PepRallyVibes #SeniorMomDance #TraditionOfExcellence"

Parents, community members, staff, and all stakeholders:
We need your help! Please, if you did not get a chance to respond to the Math Framework survey, you now have until November 5. The data from this survey will be shared with a Design Team consisting of community members, parents, staff, and students who will use the data to create framework for action for the school.
Padres, miembros de la comunidad, personal y todas las partes interesadas:
¡Necesitamos tu ayuda! Por favor, si no tuvo la oportunidad de responder a la encuesta de Math Framework, ahora tiene hasta el 5 de noviembre. Los datos de esta encuesta se compartirán con un equipo de diseño compuesto por miembros de la comunidad, padres, personal y estudiantes que utilizarán los datos para crear un marco de acción para la escuela.
Please click the following link/ Haga clic en el enlace: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/D5XS8N6

