Thank you to all our county and city leaders who joined in prayer for our students, families, and employees during the National Day of Prayer! We appreciate your support and partnership.
Congratulations 🎉 to three Henderson students who were recognized in the 2025 Northeast Texas Poetry in Schools Contest this morning:
Emery Chenault earned 2nd place in the 12th-grade division for her poem A Letter You’ll Never Hear.
Kolby Powers took 1st place in 7th grade with Baseball Flight.
Brenda Alejandro received 1st place in 8th grade for Nurse’s Calling.
Their poems were selected from entries across the region and published in this year’s anthology. Congratulations to all three for their outstanding work!
#HendersonISD #HelpingKids #PoetryInSchools
Free UIL physicals available for some HMS and HHS students
UIL requires physicals for certain students who will participate in athletics, band, and other UIL activities. As an HISD Community Partner, UT Health will provide UIL physicals at no cost for the following students:
• Current 6th , 8th , and 10th graders who will be in athletics, band, cheer, or drill team in 2025-2026
The physicals will take place on May 8th at HMS and HHS. Your child will bring home a physical form this week. Please fill out and sign the “Medical History” form. The form MUST have a parent signature for your child to receive a free physical. Please have your child return the signed form to their coach, director, or sponsor by May 2nd.
If you have any questions, please contact Stephanie Gatlin, HISD Health and Wellness Coordinator, at 903-655-5037.
HHS Presentation: Tucker’s Law
We want to inform you about an important upcoming presentation at HHS that will address critical health topics for our students: Tucker's Law.
We will be addressing HB 3908, also known as Tucker’s Law, which mandates that all school districts provide research-based instruction on fentanyl abuse prevention and drug poisoning awareness. This law requires schools to educate students in grades 6-12 about these crucial issues, helping to ensure their safety.
Tucker’s Law instruction covers:
• Suicide prevention
• Prevention of the abuse of and addiction to fentanyl
• Awareness of local school and community resources and any process involved in accessing those resources
• Health education that includes information about substance use and abuse, including youth substance use and abuse
The Texas Department of State Health Services will be leading the presentations at HHS on April 21st and April 23rd.
Together, we can empower our students to make informed, healthy decisions.
Thank you for your continued support in promoting the well-being of our students.
To opt out of the Tucker’s Law presentation for your child, please follow the link and submit the Google Form.
https://forms.gle/5i8bKLrKUbpfaLhw8
The source of the smoke at Henderson ISD’s Primary Campus has been identified as an air conditioning unit. All students are safe, and there was no fire. After a brief evacuation as a precaution, students have returned to class and the school has resumed its normal schedule. We appreciate the quick response of our staff and emergency personnel, and we thank our families for their patience and support. - HISD Admin
Out of an abundance of caution, Henderson ISD is currently evacuating students and staff from the Primary Campus after smoke was detected in the building’s air conditioning ventilation system. All students are safe, and fire crews on the scene investigating. No fire has been found. We will share additional updates as they become available. HISD Admin
HMS Presentations: The Effects of Vaping and Tucker’s Law
We want to inform you about two important upcoming presentations at HMS that will address critical health topics for our students: the effects of vaping and Tucker's Law.
As part of HISD’s commitment to student health and wellness, the School Health Advisory Council (SHAC) is working to ensure that our students are well-informed about the risks associated with vaping. These presentations will cover how vaping can negatively affect the body, providing our students with essential information to make healthy choices.
Additionally, we will be addressing HB 3908, also known as Tucker’s Law, which mandates that all school districts provide research-based instruction on fentanyl abuse prevention and drug poisoning awareness. This law requires schools to educate students in grades 6-12 about these crucial issues, helping to ensure their safety.
Tucker’s Law instruction covers:
• Suicide prevention
• Prevention of the abuse of and addiction to fentanyl
• Awareness of local school and community resources and any process involved in accessing those resources
• Health education that includes information about substance use and abuse, including youth substance use and abuse
The Texas Department of State Health Services will be leading these presentations at HMS, and the schedule is as follows:
• April 7th: 6th and 7th grade students
• April 22nd (effects of vaping) & 28th (Tucker’s Law): 8th grade students
Together, we can empower our students to make informed, healthy decisions.
Thank you for your continued support in promoting the well-being of our students.
To opt out of one or both presentations for your child, please follow the link and submit the Google Form.
https://www.hendersonisd.org/vapingandtlform
The HISD Admin Offices on Crosby Drive are currently without power. Crews are working to restore it at this time. We apologize for the inconvenience.
HISD Admin
Big thanks to the Kiwanis Club! 🥪🏈
We’re grateful to the Henderson Kiwanis Club for hosting Coach Ricky Meeks at lunch today! Coach shared his five pillars for building a strong, character-driven culture—not just on the field, but across our entire student body.
It’s all about developing leaders, encouraging accountability, and lifting each other up—on and off the field. Thanks again to Kiwanis for supporting our students and giving Coach Meeks the chance to share his vision for Henderson!
#LionPride #BuildingCulture #HendersonStrong #CommunityMatters
Dear HISD Families,
We are excited to announce the opportunity for parents to serve on the School Health Advisory Council (SHAC) for the 2025-2026 school year. SHAC plays an important role in promoting the health and well-being of our students by ensuring local community values are reflected in health education.
If you are interested in serving on SHAC, please complete the Google Form using the following link: https://www.hendersonisd.org/shacform
About SHAC:
• Texas Education Code 28.004 mandates that school districts establish a School Health Advisory Council.
• SHAC's responsibilities include providing recommendations to the school board on health program planning and promoting health initiatives.
• The majority of SHAC members must be parents who are not employed by HISD and have students enrolled in the district.
• SHAC meets four times per school year.
If you have any questions or need more information, please feel free to contact Stephanie Gatlin, HISD Health and Wellness Coordinator, at 903-655-5037.
This afternoon, a student experienced a minor medical issue during practice at Lions Stadium. Paramedics responded quickly and provided care on site. The student was transported to a hospital for treatment. Our thoughts are with the student and their family as we hope for a full and speedy recovery. We are thankful for the quick actions of our staff and local emergency personnel. - HISD Admin
What a Night! 🏈🎉
A huge THANK YOU to everyone who came out last night to welcome Coach Meeks! From great conversations to plenty of cookies (seriously, so many cookies 🍪), it was fantastic to see our Lion community come together in full force.
Coach Meeks is ready to hit the ground running, and your support means the world! Let’s keep the momentum going as we gear up for an exciting season. #LionsPride #MeetTheCoach
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.
