Thursday, February 26:

Golden Tribe Dinner & Basketball Game

Friday, March 6: 

End of 3rd Quarter

Tuesday, March 10: 

4th Quarter Begins

Thursday, March 12:

Prop 2 | Phase 2 Groundbreaking

Monday, March 16: 

Spring Parent Teacher Conferences

Wednesday, March 18:

Board of Education Meeting

Tuesday, March 24 through Friday, March 27:

No School, Spring Break

Monday, March 30:

Inclement Weather Make-Up Day if needed

Tuesday, March 31:

School Resumes from Spring Break

Hallsville Families and Staff,

This week is one worth celebrating! It includes our 100th day of school and marks Public Schools Week. On behalf of the Board, we thank and honor everyone who contributes to the success of our students in public schools.

Every role within our school system is designed to support student success. While the roles themselves matter, it is the care, dedication, and relationships built with students and families that truly make public education special.

For the past nine years, I have had the privilege of serving on the school board alongside our educators. The Board sees and deeply appreciates the many ways our staff go above and beyond—whether it’s sending a thoughtful note to parents, spending countless hours preparing for special events, or investing extra time at school activities beyond the classroom.

The success of public education is also rooted in our community. Together, we have passed bond initiatives to improve our facilities, supported one another through challenging times, and ensured our schools remain financially strong. This success would not be possible without the commitment of both our community and educators.

This week, the Board invites you to take a moment to appreciate one another and our shared commitment to Hallsville Public Schools. We are incredibly proud of our community, staff, and students, and we thank you for your collective effort.

Craig Stevenson

President, Hallsville Board of Education

The Hallsville Board of Education invites you to join us for the official groundbreaking ceremony for Prop 2 | Phase 2 on Thursday, March 12, at 2:00 p.m. at the old track. This next step in our Facility Master Plan continues the thoughtful improvements supported by Hallsville voters, including enhanced safety features, additional primary classrooms to address enrollment growth, improved parking, and updated activity spaces that serve both students and the broader community.

We are grateful for the community’s continued support as we invest in safe, future-focused learning environments that support our mission to improve lives through learning.

In September 2025, the Hallsville Board of Education approved the 2026-2027 district calendar. This calendar has the same number of hours as our 2025-2026 calendar and the length of the instructional day will remain the same. Based on how Winter Break falls next year, the District has the flexibility to maintain 1,070 hours without being in session on any Mondays in the fall. This calendar includes a full week of spring break, and the school year ends before Memorial Day. 

At the February Board of Education meeting, Klinger and Associates provided an update on the secure entrance and primary classroom projects, sharing the Project Manuals and 60% design plans for Board review. SM Wilson also presented Change Orders #1 and #2 for consideration. Change Order #1 reflects a deduction for turf grooming equipment, and Change Order #2 addresses necessary soil stabilization at the multipurpose field.

• Design & bidding completed: Fall 2025

• Bids received: December 16, 2025

• GMP approved by Board: January 21, 2026

• Construction start: 

  • March 1: Multi-Purpose Field

  • April 1: Classroom Addition

  • June 1: Parking Lot & Secure Entrances

• Major work occurs: Spring–Summer 2026

• Substantial completion: August 28, 2026

Each December, students in select grade levels, their parents (including first-grade families), faculty, administrators, instructional staff, and support staff are invited to voluntarily participate in our annual Climate & Culture Survey. This survey has helped guide district and building improvement efforts for more than 15 years and continues to play an important role in shaping our Comprehensive School Improvement Plan (CSIP) goals and District Report Card indicators.

This year, feedback from participating respondents shows we met our targets in Students Feel Safe and Parents Feel Welcome, with both reaching their highest levels in four years. We also saw positive trends in areas such as Challenge and Rigor, Teachers Care About Me, parent perceptions of Student Safety, and Teacher Morale. A few areas, including Student Relevance and Choice and Teacher Recognition, showed slight decreases and will remain focus areas moving forward. District and building leadership teams are reviewing the data carefully to celebrate strengths, address areas for growth, and continue improving the student experience across Hallsville Schools.

High School yearbooks are now on sale through Friday, March 20, 2026. High school yearbooks  are $40, and orders can be placed online using the Yearbook Order Code: 23923.  The high school book will be available in August 2026. Seniors or senior parents will be able to pick up books in the high school office. The later delivery date on the high school book is due to coverage of spring sports and events, such as Prom and Graduation. If buying with cash or check, please print and return the attached form.  All yearbook orders must be submitted by Friday, March 20.

Elementary yearbooks (PreK-8th Grade) are now on sale through Friday, February 27, 2026.  Elementary books (PreK-8th grade) are $15, and orders can be placed online using the Yearbook Order Code:  23929. The elementary book (PreK-8) will be delivered in May, before school is out for the summer. If buying with cash or check, please print and return the attached form. All yearbook orders must be submitted by Friday, February 27.

We are excited to continue to grow our Hallsville Golden Tribe, a new program open to Hallsville community members aged 60 and older! This group was created to strengthen connections and to offer members the opportunity to stay informed, engaged, and involved in the achievements and programs of the Hallsville School District. The Golden Tribe aims to enhance community ties while celebrating the accomplishments that contribute to the success of our students, teachers, and district programs.

On Thursday, February 26, at 5:00 p.m., the district will host a Hallsville  Golden Tribe community event and dinner in the secondary cafeteria. Those in attendance can also stay for the final home regular-season basketball game against Tolton. The Golden Tribe is open  to community members aged 60 and older who would like to learn more about the Hallsville School District. Please RSVP by using the link below or emailing communications@hallsville.org

Community Event & Dinner

Thursday, February 26, 2026 | 5:00 p.m.

Hallsville High School

AGREEMENTS

The Board approved a three-year renewal with  Peak Sport and Spine to continue providing sports medicine services for Hallsville student-athletes, including certified athletic trainer coverage for practices and events, injury evaluations, and concussion screenings.

The Board approved the  Pathways for Paraeducators agreement with Missouri State University, which will allow the district to partner in a registered apprenticeship program supporting special education paraeducators as they complete coursework, clinical experiences, and on-the-job training toward certification. 

State Assessment Data: Assistant Superintendent Julie Esquivel recently attended DESE training on the Missouri Data Visualization Tool (MO DVT), which provides deeper analysis of student growth trends and APR performance data. The district is collaborating with teachers to determine how this data aligns with i-Ready growth results currently used in classrooms. Strengthening alignment between state and local growth measures will support data-informed instructional decisions.

CSIP GOAL 2: EXCELLENT SCHOOLS

District-Wide PBIS: PBIS implementation continues across buildings, with Hallsville High School seeking Tier 1 Award of Excellence recognition following a successful RPDC walkthrough and stakeholder interviews. Middle School students who demonstrated positive behavior during the first semester earned the opportunity to participate in a PBIS Carnival, reinforcing schoolwide expectations.

Several key indicators from the Climate and Culture Survey are also tracked on our district scorecard. These are the first metrics to be updated for the  2025-2026 scorecard, which is included in the board packet. Our performance is measured against 9 specific indicators: 4 student indicators, 3 parent indicators, and 2 faculty indicators. 

We successfully met our targets for "Students Feel Safe" and "Parents Feel Welcome." Notably, both indicators reached their highest scores in four years. Positive trends were observed in student perceptions of "Challenge and Rigor" and "Teachers Care About Me." We also saw gains in the parent indicator for "Student Safety" and an increase in "Teacher Morale." Data showed slight decreases in the areas of "Student Relevance and Choice" and "Teacher Recognition." The District Administration Team is analyzing these results from a systems-level perspective, while building-level leadership teams are reviewing site-specific data to address unique needs. 

CSIP GOAL 3: QUALITY GOVERNANCE

Realtor RFP: The Board selected Matt Wear as the realtor to represent the District in the sale of district-owned land on Heller Road.

Bus Lease-Purchase RFP and Financing: The Board approved the purchase of two new trip buses, two new route buses, and one new H-bus from Midwest Bus Sales, totaling $783,064. To finance the purchase, the Board reviewed lease-purchase proposals and approved the financing terms from Exchange Bank based on the most favorable interest rate.

The district is actively seeking parents and community members interested in becoming substitute teachers  within our district. Substitutes play a vital role in ensuring continuity when teachers  are unable to be in the classroom due to various reasons.

• Flexibility: Choose the building(s) you want to work in and decide how many days a week fit your schedule.
• Support: Receive clear, well-planned lessons, and enjoy support from our dedicated team throughout the day.
• Direct Impact: Work directly with students, helping them grow and learn in a positive educational environment.

If you are interested in becoming a substitute teacher with Kelly Services, our contracted  substitute teacher pool, simply complete the  Substitute  Employee Interest Form. They will reach out to you directly with more information. Have questions about what being a  substitute teacher entails? Feel free to email us at  communications@hallsville.org .

Education Requirements:

• Completed 36 hours of college credit OR
• Finished 20 hours of online training

The Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education requires all substitutes to apply for their own  substitute certificates through the department's website, https://dese.mo.gov/educator-quality/certification/substitute-teachers

Save the Date for Summer School 2026! Registration will open in March 2026.

1st-12th Grade Summer School

Summer school is offered Tuesday through Friday for students entering 1 - 12 grade, June 2, 2026, through June 26, 2026, observing Juneteenth (6/19), from 8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. with doors opening at 8:05 a.m. each day. Doors open at 8:05 a.m.

Kindergarten Jumpstart

Kindergarten Jumpstart is a half-day morning program for students entering kindergarten in the fall of 2026. There are two sessions for families to enroll in. For each  session, the class will be from 8:30 to 11:15 a.m. Doors open at 8:05 a.m.

Session I: Wednesday, June 3 through Friday, June 12, 8:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
Will follow the traditional Tuesday through Friday schedule, with  school starting on Wednesday, June 3.

Session II: Tuesday, June 16 through Friday, June 26, 8:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
Will follow the traditional Tuesday through Friday schedule, with no  school on Friday, June 19. 

Breakfast for Dinner? Yes, please!

Join us for the Hallsville FFA Pancake Dinner on Wednesday, February 25th, from 5:00–7:00 PM in the Ag Shop! Bring your family and friends and enjoy a delicious pancake dinner while supporting our Hallsville FFA members. Free will donations accepted.

The Hallsville Historical Society will host an open house on March 7th from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

Come tour the Morgenthaler Home and explore the historical items on display in the Mercantile Building. They are featuring several newly acquired pieces highlighting the early history of Fire Station #3, along with many fascinating artifacts generously donated or loaned by members of our community. Admission is free.

Columbia/Boone County Public Health and Human Services Department is hosting a free public event called Hallsville: Save A Life: Naloxone Education. This event will provide education and conversation on how residents can recognize symptoms and help prevent drug overdose deaths through the use of naloxone (Narcan), a medication that can reverse the effects of an opioid overdose.  No registration is necessary. A personal supply of naloxone will be available to all attendees. These events are held in partnership with the Boone County Overdose Response Coalition.

Hallsville Save A Life: Naloxone Education

Date: March 11

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

Location: ShowMe Community Services, LLC, 222 Elizabeth St, Hallsville, MO

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