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Posted Date: 7/25/25 (11:59 AM)

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ENews: Friday, July 25, 2025

District Events & Calendar

Saturday, August 2:

Hallsville Inter-Church Council Back to School Bash


Wednesday, August 13:

6th Grade Orientation


Thursday, August 14:

Meet the Teacher Night

Athletics Department Meetings


Tuesday, August 19:

First day of school for 1st-12th grade


Wednesday, August 20:

Board of Education Meeting


Thursday, August 21:

First day of school for kindergarten and preschool students


Thursday, September 4: 

PreK-12 School Picture Day


You can view the district calendar online here or subscribe to the calendar here.


You can subscribe to the District and Athletics & Activities events and calendar here.


To stay informed about game cancellations, schedule changes, and department updates, join the Athletics Community Group here.


Back to School Bash

The Hallsville Inter-Church Council invites all Hallsville students to the Back 2 School Bash on Saturday, August 2, at the Lemone Building on the Hallsville Fairgrounds! This free event kicks off at 10:00 a.m., with school supplies handed out from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Children must be present to receive supplies before 12:30 p.m.; after that, supplies may be given without a child being present. Let’s get ready for a great school year together!


This event is free and open to all Hallsville students!


Free and Reduced Meal Forms

Free and Reduced Meal Forms are now available for the 2025-26 school year. Families can apply online through Infinite Campus or print off and return the form below.


While families are not required to complete the Free & Reduced Meal Application, we encourage all families to apply. In addition to qualifying for free meals, participation rates directly impact our district’s eligibility to receive valuable federal and state funding for staff, equipment, and supplies. Qualified students are also provided with a wide range of benefits such, as discounted or reduced national testing fees, discounted fees on applying for college, and qualifying for scholarships and financial aid.

Apply Online
Directions on how to apply online through Infinite Campus
Paper Application

School Supply Lists

6th Grade Orientation

Save the date for 6th Grade Orientation! Additional information will be released to sixth grade families as the date nears.


6th Grade Orientation

Wednesday, August 13

6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.


All incoming sixth grade students and families should plan on attending. You will pick up your child’s class schedule, find out where the classes are, meet the teachers, and put supplies in your locker. When you arrive, go to the cafeteria to pick up schedules and other pertinent information. Students must be fully registered with the district to receive their schedule.


Meet the Teacher Night

Meet the Teacher Night is scheduled for Thursday, August 14! Students and families can meet their teachers, tour their building, drop off school supplies, and more.


Thursday, August 14

HPS: Primary School Meet the Teacher 5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

HIS: Intermediate School Meet the Teacher 4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

HMS: Seventh and Eighth Grade Meet the Teacher 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

HHS: High School Meet the Teacher 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.


The Athletics Department will also hold a Parent & Athlete Meeting for all students participating in MSHSAA athletics during the 2025-26 school year.


7th & 8th Grade Meeting:

6:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.

Location: West Gym


9th-12th Grade Meeting:

7:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Location: West Gym


2025-2026 School Calendar

The 2025-26 District Calendar can be found online here. The first day of school will be Tuesday, August 19, 2025, for incoming 1st-12th grade students and Thursday, August 21, for incoming kindergarten and preschool students.


Main Campus

  • Doors Open 7:30 a.m.
  • Intermediate Starts 7:55 a.m.
  • Middle School Starts 7:50 a.m.
  • High School Starts 7:50 a.m.
  • Dismissal 3:35 p.m.


Primary School

  • Doors Open 7:35 a.m.
  • Class Starts 8:00 a.m.
  • Dismissal 3:40 p.m.
District Calendar

Early Childhood Education
Enrollment is still open for half-day preschool and Early Childhood Special Education Preschool!

The Half-Day Preschool Program serves children who will be at least four years old by July 31 and entering kindergarten the following year. Enrollment is limited to 16 students, and children must qualify based on a screening and evaluation process as well as meeting Free & Reduced Lunch Guidelines. Classes are held Tuesday through Friday in either a morning session from 8:00 to 11:10 a.m. or an afternoon session from 12:30 to 3:40 p.m. Transportation is not provided.


The Early Childhood Special Education Program (ECSE) is a free and public service provided by the Hallsville School District, serving children aged three to kindergarten who have developmental delays. ECSE classrooms also include peer models, students who do not qualify for other early childhood programs but can support social development within the classroom. Peer models must be at least four years old by July 31 and entering kindergarten the following year. Classes are held Tuesday through Friday in either a morning session from 8:00 to 11:10 a.m. or an afternoon session from 12:30 to 3:40 p.m.


Please complete the Hallsville Early Childhood Interest Form to apply for the half-day or early childhood special education program.

Hallsville Early Childhood Interest Form
information ON PRESCHOOL PROGRAMS

Work for Hallsville Schools

Are you looking for a job that fits your schedule? Whether you want full-time work or just a few hours, join Hallsville Schools!


  • Special Education Paraeducator: This is a 10-month position with benefits.  Qualified applicants will need to have 60 college credit hours OR be willing and able to take the Praxis test.
  • School Bus Driver:  This is a 9-month position with benefits. Qualified applicants need to have the ability to obtain and maintain a Class B CDL with S and P endorsements. Training on campus is available! 
  • Substitute Bus Driver:   This position will fill in regular routes as needed, mornings and/or afternoons. Qualified applicants need to have the ability to obtain and maintain a Class B CDL with S and P endorsements. Training on campus is available! 
  • Full-Time & Part-Time Substitute TeacherConsider substitute teaching in Hallsville School District! Kelly Education—our partner for substitute talent—offers free training and steady work or flexible schedule options. This is an opportunity to do work you can feel good about within our own community.

FALL ATHLETICS BEGIN SOON!

HHS FIRST DAY OF PRACTICE

Hallsville High School's first day of practice for fall sports are below!


Monday, August 11, 2025

Football - pstevens@hallsville.org - 4:00p.m., Football Field

Softball - rcrane@hallsville.org - 7:30 a.m., Softball Field

Cheer - twilliams@hallsville.org - 3:50 p.m., East Gym

Volleyball - mmelton@hallsville.org - 4:00 p.m., Primary Gym

Cross Country - jwilliams@hallsville.org - 6:30 a.m., Old Track Practice Field

Girls Golf - rsides@hallsville.org - 4:00 p.m., Centralia Golf Course

Band: nlewis@hallsville.org - 3:50 p.m., Old Track Practice Field

HMS FIRST DAY OF PRACTICE

Hallsville Middle School's first day of practice for fall sports are below!


Monday, August 18, 2025

Football - tkinkade@hallsville.org - 5:00 p.m., Old Track Practice Field

Softball - mwelker@hallsville.org - 3:45 p.m., Baseball Field

Cheer - djeffrie@hallsville.org - 4:00 p.m., East Gym

Volleyball - sdodd@hallsville.org - 4:00 p.m., North Gym

Cross Country - mgarcia@hallsville.org - 3:45 p.m., Coach Garcia classroom


Community and Youth Events

YOUTH EVENTS

Hallsville Optimist Youth Cheerleading (Register by 8/22)


Join the Hallsville Optimist Youth Cheerleading to cheer on our Optimist Football program! Students in kindergarten through 6th grade are invited to participate and must register by August 22nd. A parent meeting will also be on August 11 at 7:00 p.m. at Hallsville Intermediate School.

Hallsville Optimist Flag Football (Register by 8/24)

The Hallsville Optimist Youth Football season is here! Youth flag football is available for students in kindergarten through 3rd grade.! Tackle football is available for students in fourth through sixth grade

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[Wednesday, Jul 30 at 12:14 PM]
Hallsville Families,

The online application for Free and Reduced Meals was not working when the ENews was sent out on Friday. The online application for the 2025-26 school year is now open through Infinite Campus. Within the Infinite Campus app, please select "More," then "Meal Benefits."