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As a learning community, we -- the stakeholders of the Hallsville Independent School District -- believe...
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Recently, the Gold Performance Acknowledgement System (GPA) which acknowledges districts and campuses...
page.png Core Beliefs
As a learning community, we -- the stakeholders of the Hallsville Independent School District -- believe...
page.png Standards of Excellence
Personnel Recruit and retain a diverse and highly qualified staff that is dedicated to meeting the...
page.png District Highlights
Hallsville ISD has the most combined "Exemplary" and "Recognized" campuses of any school...
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Debate Northeast Texas Debate Association State Champions, including best speakers District 17-4A...
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Texas law grants the Board of Trustees the power to govern and oversee the management of the district’s...
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This manual contains policies governing the operation of this District. The policies are included...
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Board Reports are usually published within two (2) working days of the monthly board meeting and posted...
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Board of Trustees Texas law grants the Board of Trustees the power to govern and oversee the management...
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Shipping & Central Receiving:300 Willow Street, Hallsville, Texas, USA.Find us on Google Maps...
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Bobcat Stadium:#1 Bobcat Lane, Hallsville, Texas, USA.Find us on Google Maps...
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HISD Administration Offices:P.O. Box 810 - 210 Green Street, Hallsville, Texas, USA.Find us on Google...
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Hallsville Little Cats Learning Center:208 Green Street, Hallsville, Texas, USA....
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Hallsville Elementary School:2nd Willow Street, Hallsville, Texas, USA.» Show Map » Visit...
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Hallsville Primary School:300 Willow Street, Hallsville, Texas, USA.Find us on Google Maps...
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Hallsville Middle School:509 South Cypress Street, Hallsville, Texas, USA.Find us on Google Maps...
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Hallsville Intermediate School:420 Galilee Road, Hallsville, Texas, USA.Find us on Google Maps...
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Hallsville Junior High School:101 Waldron Ferry Road, Hallsville, Texas, USA.Find us on Google Maps...
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Hallsville High School:#1 Bobcat Lane, Hallsville, Texas, USA.Find us on Google Maps...
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Hallsville Independent School District - Auxiliary Services - Transportation, Maintenance, and Food...
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Hallsville Independent School District - District Level Administrative Contacts ...
page.png Greg Wright (District Superintendent)
Greg Wright:P.O. Box 810 - 210 Green Street, Hallsville, Texas, USA....
page.png Paula Rogers (Deputy Superintendent)
Paula Rogers:P.O. Box 810 - 210 Green Street, Hallsville, Texas, USA....
page.png Tim Brittain (Assistant Superintendent)
Tim Brittain:P.O. Box 810 - 210 Green Street, Hallsville, Texas, USA....
page.png Patsy Wood (Director of Special Education Cooperative)
Patsy Wood:P.O. Box 810 - 210 Green Street, Hallsville, Texas, USA....
page.png Ann Newell (Director of Special Programs)
Ann Newell:P.O. Box 810 - 210 Green Street, Hallsville, Texas, USA....
page.png Carla McAvoy (Director of Curriculum)
Carla McAvoy:420 Galilee Road, Hallsville, Texas, USA....
page.png David Plunk (Director of Athletics)
David Plunk:P.O. Box 810 - 210 Green Street, Hallsville, Texas, USA....
page.png Neta Craig (Director of Career and Technical Education)
Neta Craig:P.O. Box 810 - 210 Green Street, Hallsville, Texas, USA....
page.png Gary Lovelace (Director of Support Services)
Gary Lovelace:P.O. Box 810 - 210 Green Street, Hallsville, Texas, USA....
page.png Carol Greer (Public Information Officer)
Carol Greer:P.O. Box 810 - 210 Green Street, Hallsville, Texas, USA....
page.png Patsy Hodnett (Director of Accountability, Research & Planning)
Patsy Hodnett:P.O. Box 810 - 210 Green Street, Hallsville, Texas, USA....
page.png Mike Stanfield (Director of Technology)
Mike Stanfield:P.O. Box 810 - 210 Green Street, Hallsville, Texas, USA....
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Hallsville Independent School District - Campus Level Administrative Contacts ...
page.png Brian Morris (Principal - Hallsville High School)
Brian Morris:#1 Bobcat Lane, Hallsville, Texas, USA....
page.png Eve Ford (Principal - Hallsville Junior High)
Eve Ford:101 Waldron Ferry Rd., Hallsville, Texas, USA....
page.png John Wink (Principal - Hallsville Middle School)
John Wink:505 South Cypress St., Hallsville, Texas, USA....
page.png Cristi Parsons (Principal - Hallsville Intermediate School)
Cristi Parsons:420 Galilee Road, Hallsville, Texas, USA....
page.png Alonda Stonger (Principal - Hallsville Elementary School)
Alonda Stonger:300 Willow St., Hallsville, Texas, USA....
page.png Lawrence Coleman (Principal - Hallsville Primary School)
Lawrence Coleman:300 Willow St., Hallsville, Texas, USA....
page.png Barbara Stevens (Principal - Hallsville Pre-K and Head Start)
Barbara Stevens:300 Willow St., Hallsville, Texas, USA....
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HISD Web Services and Technology Dept. Contacts - Mailbox Names for Common Services, Roles and Functions...
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Abuse:P.O. Box 810, Hallsville, Texas, USA.http://www.ietf.org/rfc/rfc2142.txt...
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At Hallsville ISD, we are committed to providing quality education programs and services to all students...
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The HISD Online Employment Application System is a web-based tool for potential HISD employees to create...
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page.png Pay Schedules and Applications
The Salaries, Pay Schedules, and Applications section is comprised of multiple Portable Document Format...
page.png Employment Opportunities at HISD
At Hallsville ISD, we are committed to providing quality education programs and services to all students...
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Job Vacancy Announcements To the extent possible, announcements of job vacancies by position and...
page.png Procedures for Employment
Procedures for Employment All individuals interested in employment in HISD must complete the application...
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Hallsville High School Drama Club...
page.png Hallsville High School Bobcat Choir
Hallsville High School Bobcat Choir...
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HISD Web Mail Portal (non-SSL)...
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HISD Web Mail Portal (SSL)...
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Microsoft Class Server makes it easy for school districts to create, deliver, and grade standards-aligned...
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page.png Hallsville Little Cats - Head Start Program Pages
Head Start is a national program that promotes school readiness by enhancing the social and cognitive...
page.png Hallsville Kindergartern and Primary Campus Pages
Welcome to Hallsville Primary School Kindergarten and First grade campus...
page.png Hallsville Elementary Campus Pages
Hallsville Elementary = Exemplary A high-quality elementary education is one of the most important things...
page.png Hallsville Intermediate Campus Pages
Welcome to Hallsville Independent School District, serving Hallsville, Texas and surrounding areas. Our...
page.png Hallsville Middle School Campus Pages
Welcome to Hallsville Independent School District, serving Hallsville, Texas and surrounding areas. Our...
page.png Hallsville Junior High Campus Pages
Hallsville Junior High will work as a cohesive faculty in a positive atmosphere, supporting each other,...
page.png Hallsville High School Campus Pages
Hallsville High School is located in the heart of East Texas between Longview and Marshall....
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As centers of life-long learning, the mission of HISD libraries is to promote educational excellence...
page.png HISD Community Outreach
The primary goal of HISD Community Outreach Program is to offer assistance by parents and our community...
page.png Hallsville ISD Education Foundation and Alumni Association
This website is dedicated to the students, alumni, and friends of Hallsville ISD. The Foundation seeks...
page.png HISD Athletics
The Hallsville ISD athletic program helps provide a well rounded education for students and offers many...
page.png HISD Department of Business & Finance
The Hallsville Independent School District Business Department is committed to supporting all campuses...
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page.png Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS)
Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills by Chapter and Grade Level (Elementary)...
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There is no charge for subscribing to any of the lists on this page. Postings to these lists are limited...
page.png Texas Education Directory (AskTED)
Welcome to the AskTED homepage, home of the electronic Texas Education Directory (TED). The directory...
page.png Academic Excellence Indicator System (AEIS) Reports
This search will produce the Academic Excellence Indicator System (AEIS) reports for a selected district...
page.png 2007 Accountability Manual
2007 Accountability Manual Texas Education Agency Department of Accountability and Data Quality Division...
page.png Special Education in Texas
The purpose of this web page is to provide interested stakeholders (parents, school personnel, advocates, etc...
folder.png Texas Government and Legal Resources
page.png TexasOnline - The State of Texas Official Web Site
The State of Texas web site is intended to serve as the official compilation of Texas government electronic...
page.png Texas Statutes - Texas Education Code
LegalTips.org seeks to provide the most useful, easy-to-understand, comprehensive and balanced legal...
page.png Texas Legislature Online
The Texas Legislative Online (TLO) system is an internet application that enables the public to view...
page.png Senate, House, and SBOE Contacts
U.S. and State Senate, House, and State Board of Education contact information for Senate District 1,...
page.png The School Law Section of the State Bar of Texas
The School Law Section of the State Bar of Texas is dedicated to providing a forum for information related...
page.png Texas School and Appraisal Districts` Property Value Study
School District Summary Worksheet, Deduction Detail, Confidence Interval Detail, Stratified Ratio Detail,...
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folder.png Parent Portal
The HISD Parent Portal is a top-level container for non-categorized parent and guardian content. This...
page.png Accelerated Reader
Accelerated Reader is a computer based testing system used to assess a students reading comprehension...
page.png Academic Excellence Indicator System (AEIS) Reports
The Academic Excellence Indicator System (AEIS) reports pull together a wide range of information on...
page.png Cafeteria Charging Policy
Cafeteria Charging Policy Primary through Intermediate students are allowed 3 lunch charges and...
page.png Requirements For Providing Assistance to Students
Options and Requirements For Providing Assistance to Students Who May Have Learning Difficulties or...
page.png The Rehabilitation Act Of 1973
Section 504 Of The Rehabilitation Act Of 1973 Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 is a...
page.png Child Centered Educational Process
Child Find - Child Centered Educational Process Students in Texas go through a child-centered educational...
page.png Notification of Rights Under FERPA
Notification of Rights Under FERPA (FAMILY EDUCATIONAL RIGHTS AND PRIVACY ACT) The Family Educational...
page.png Parent Notification
Parent Notification Compliance with P.L. 107-110, Section 1111 (h)(6)(A) As a parent of a student...
page.png MealPay Plus
MealpayPlus is your source for convenient, secure meal account management. We make it easy to apply...
page.png Parent Responsibilities
Make every effort to provide for the physical needs of their child. Make arrangements through the...
page.png Campus Addresses and Phone Numbers
To contact the following campuses and departments, please call the main number (903) 668-5990 and enter...
page.png Student Records
Student Records Policy FL Student records are confidential and are protected from unauthorized...
page.png Parent and Student Complaints
Parent and Student Complaints Policy FNG In an effort to hear and resolve parent and student complaints...
page.png No Child Left Behind
No Child Left Behind District Procedure High Qualified Teachers and Paraprofessionals Purpose: The...
page.png Student Discipline
Student Discipline Policies in the FN Series and FO Series Students are expected to follow the...
page.png Administration
Administration Superintendent Greg Wright Deputy Superintendent Instruction, Accountability,...
page.png Administering Medication to Students
Administering Medication to Students Policy FFAC Only designated employees can administer medication...
page.png Mission Statement
Hallsville ISD Mission Statement As a community of learners, the mission of the Hallsville Independent...
page.png Bad Weather Closing
Bad Weather Closing Policy CKC The district may close schools for a full day or part of a day because...
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folder.png Student Portal
The HISD Student Portal is a top-level container for non-categorized student content. This section is...
page.png Athletic Program
The Hallsville ISD athletic program helps provide a well rounded education for students and offers many...
page.png Graduation Through A.R.D. Determination
Graduation Through A.R.D. Determination A student receiving special education services may graduate...
page.png Graduation Requirements
Graduation Requirements (To receive a High School diploma) All students will be required to complete...
page.png Exit-Level TAKS Test
Exit-Level TAKS Test A student who has not performed satisfactorily on all sections of the exit-level...
page.png Publications, Video, TV and Internet
Publications, Video, TV and Internet Students in Hallsville ISD are sometimes asked to be part of...
page.png Sexual Harassment
Sexual Harassment The District has developed and implements policies regarding Sexual Harassment/Sexual...
page.png Credit by Exam
Credit by Exam In April 2007, students in grades K-5, may register to take academic tests to qualify...
page.png Gifted and Talented Program
Gifted and Talented Program Hallsville ISD offers a gifted/talented program for students who are...
page.png Bacterial Meningitis
By state law all schools are required to provide parents with information about Bacterial Meningitis...
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(UIL and Non-UIL Organizations) Students suspended, assigned to an alternative school through a...
folder.png Student Code of Conduct
The Board of Trustees of the Hallsville Independent School District and its staff are committed to a quality...
page.png Bus Videos
BUS VIDEOS The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) prohibits the district from allowing...
page.png Safe School Bus Operations
Safe School Bus Operations The privilege of riding a school bus is extended to each qualifying student...
page.png Pledge
Pledge to Flags and Observance of Silence All schools will start the school day with recitation...
page.png Acceptable Use Policy
The following uses of the district system are considered unacceptable: Personal Safety...
page.png Delivery and Control of Student Medication
It is the policy of Hallsville ISD for the legal parent or guardian of a student to deliver medication...
page.png Students with Disabilities
Discipline of students with disabilities is subject to federal and state legal requirements, and the...
page.png Use of Vehicles
A high school student must present a valid driver's license and proof insurance and pay the permit...
page.png Attendance Policy
The Hallsville ISD Board of Trustees has approved the following policies addressing student attendance:...
page.png Drug Testing Policy
Hallsville ISD Drug Testing Policy   Drug Testing of Students, Grades 7-12, who choose...
page.png Complaints by Students/Parents
Usually student or parent complaints or concerns can be addressed by a phone call or a conference with...
page.png Equal Opportunity Policy Statement
No administrative officer or employee of the Hallsville Independent School District, acting in his/her...
page.png Visiting Other Schools
Students of one school shall not be present in the buildings or on the grounds of another school while...
page.png Enrollment Change While Under Disciplinary Action
Enrollment Status Change While Under or Pending Disciplinary Action Any student transferring into...
page.png Prior Review of Publications
A student may not produce and/or distribute non school sponsored publications, petitions, or other...
page.png Search of Students
Search of Students, Lockers, Desks and Vehicles All lockers and desks are the property of the school...
page.png Code of Conduct for Riding Buses
Minor Safety or Conduct Violations Refusing to sit properly or safely in assigned seat. Moving...
page.png Corporal Punishment
In an effort to maintain safe and orderly classrooms for learning, Hallsville ISD staff utilizes a...
page.png Purpose of the Student Code of Conduct
Promotes behavior that projects a positive environment for learning for all students. Outlines behavior...
page.png Roles and Responsibilities
The Hallsville Independent School District believes firmly in its responsibility to ensure certain...
page.png Responsibilities and Expectations
Obey the rules of the school. Pursue and attempt to master the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and...
page.png General Authority to Impose Discipline
The Texas Legislature has delegated the authority to manage independent school districts and discipline...
page.png Enforcement Policy
Hallsville ISD will not tolerate, and will prosecute to the fullest extent of the law, criminal behavior...
page.png General Guidelines in Disciplining Students
When imposing discipline, District personnel shall adhere to the following general guidelines. Discipline...
page.png Class I: Expellable Offenses
Mandatory Expulsion A student shall be expelled from school if the student, on school property or...
page.png Class II: Offenses Calling for DAEP Placement
Mandatory Placement in DAEP Discipline Alternative Education Program A student shall be placed...
page.png Class III: Inappropriate Conduct
Serious or Persistent Misbehavior A student who engages in serious or persistent misbehavior may...
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Items Prohibited on School Property Students may not bring any item listed below onto school property...
page.png Teacher Initiated Removal
Discretionary Removal A student whose misbehavior repeatedly interferes with the teacher's ability...
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Cheating and copying are considered to be academic problems for which academic penalties are most appropriate...
page.png In-School Suspension
(SAC) Special Assignment Class For minor infractions of the Student Code of Conduct or campus or...
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folder.png Bobcat Broadcaster
The Bobcat Broadcaster is published by the Hallsville Public Schools in an effort to keep its patrons...
page.png HHS Distinguished Alumni 2007
Dan (Danny) Manuel Education: Hallsville High School Class of 1965; Kilgore Jr. College; Associate...
page.png HISD Adds New Visitor Check-In System
All HISD campus visitors will have to comply with new entrance procedures as the district implements...
page.png Hallsville ISD Honors Veterans
One hundred American flags greeted guest as they entered Bobcat Lane for the Veterans Day Program...
page.png HHS Distinguished Alumni 2006
It was a special time for two Hallsville graduates, Dr. Roy Francis Dickard Dowd, of Tyler and Richard...
page.png Backpack Program
Bobcat Backpacks for Kids Project Approximately 150 Hallsville ISD students have been identified...
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From: Superintendent Greg Wright HELLO BOBCATS, I would like to "Celebrate Whats Right...
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folder.png District Highlights
As a learning community, we -- the stakeholders of the Hallsville Independent School District -- believe...
page.png Gold Performance Acknowledgement System
Recently, the Gold Performance Acknowledgement System (GPA) which acknowledges districts and campuses...
page.png Core Beliefs
As a learning community, we -- the stakeholders of the Hallsville Independent School District -- believe...
page.png Standards of Excellence
Personnel Recruit and retain a diverse and highly qualified staff that is dedicated to meeting the...
page.png District Highlights
Hallsville ISD has the most combined "Exemplary" and "Recognized" campuses of any school...
page.png Extra Curricular & Co-Curricular Highlights
Debate Northeast Texas Debate Association State Champions, including best speakers District 17-4A...
folder.png Board of Trustees
Texas law grants the Board of Trustees the power to govern and oversee the management of the district’s...
page.png Board Policy
This manual contains policies governing the operation of this District. The policies are included...
page.png HISD Board Report Library
Board Reports are usually published within two (2) working days of the monthly board meeting and posted...
page.png Board of Trustees
Board of Trustees Texas law grants the Board of Trustees the power to govern and oversee the management...
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The Community Portal is the top-level container for non-categorized community oriented content. This...
page.png Texas Education Code 25.0811
§ 25.0811. First Day of Instruction. (a) A school district may not begin instruction for students...
page.png Community Overview
Historical Background The presence of four national forests and five state forests in Texas gives...
page.png Athletics Schedules
Athletic schedules for soccer, basketball, softball and powerlifting can be found on the athletics web site...
page.png Organizational Chart
To view the HISD organizational chart click here ...
page.png HISD Tax Rate Adoption Notice (Senate Bill 18)
HISD Tax Rate Adoption Notice (Senate Bill 18) The Hallsville Independent School District Board...
page.png 2006 Commencement Exercises
[Watch Video] Commencement exercises for the 2006...
page.png Dr. Neeley Speaks to HISD Faculty and Staff
[Watch Video] Dr. Shirley J. Neeley, Commissioner...
page.png District Information
District Information Description of the District Hallsville Independent School District is located...
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At Hallsville ISD, we are committed to providing quality education programs and services to all students...
page.png Online Employment Application System
The HISD Online Employment Application System is a web-based tool for potential HISD employees to create...
page.png Current Job Openings at HISD
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page.png Pay Schedules and Applications
The Salaries, Pay Schedules, and Applications section is comprised of multiple Portable Document Format...
page.png Employment Opportunities at HISD
At Hallsville ISD, we are committed to providing quality education programs and services to all students...
page.png Job Vacancy
Job Vacancy Announcements To the extent possible, announcements of job vacancies by position and...
page.png Procedures for Employment
Procedures for Employment All individuals interested in employment in HISD must complete the application...
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You must be logged in as an HISD employee to see this content. If you are a registered user and an HISD...
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The Employee Directory Services category contains phone lists, internal web links, and other data lists...
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HISD News
News From Around HISD
Hallsville ISD is 100% Highly Qualified
The No Child Left Behind Act (NCLB) requires that all core academic subject area teachers meet the highly qualified (HQ) teacher requirements. Each district is required to publicly report the percentage of teachers meeting this status. Hallsville ISD is pleased to report that for the 2006-2007 and 2007-2008 school years that 100% of the core academic teachers in the district meet this federal requirement.

Bus Purchases for 2007-2008
The Board approved the purchase of five new buses. The purchase will include four 71 passenger route buses and 1 bus for children with special needs.

Fuel Bids for the 2007-2008 School Year
The Board approved awarding the fuel contract to Velvin Oil. This is the same company that was awarded last year.

ESL Grade and Language Classification
ESL report of student enrollment by grade language proficiency, as of September 28, 2007, showed: 72 students enrolled in the ESL program, 5 students are non-English speakers, 57 students are limited English speakers, 10 students are fluent English speakers, More than 50% of these students are in grades Pk-2.

Upgrade to EDP Financial and Student Management Software
The Board approved the upgrade from the EDP Financial and Student Management software to the new Windows based EDP system. This upgrade will be scheduled with EDP as soon as possible.

Safe and Drug Free School and Health Advisory Council Membership List
The Board approved the membership list for the Safe and Drug Free Schools and Health Advisory Council, as presented by Ann Newell, Director of Special Programs. The council, which is composed of community members, parents and school staff, meets during the year to make recommendations for the district’s Safe and Drug Free Schools Program and Health programs and issues.

Update on Bond Election
Mr. Wright informed the Board that Hallsville Independent School District is providing two Town Hall Meetings to communicate facts about the upcoming Bond Election. The Town Hall Meetings will be Tuesday, October 9, and Thursday, October 18, 7:30 pm, at the Hallsville High School Auditorium. Everyone in the community is invited to these Bond Election Presentations. A School Bond Election Information Brochure is being distributed throughout the community. Anyone who has not received an information brochure about the Bond Election, please contact Carol Greer (HISD Public Relations), at 903 668-5990, ext. 5012 or visit our website at http://www.hisdbond.info.   Read more...

News From the Texas Education Agency
Task Force on Test Integrity Recommends Security Enhancements
After studying the Texas student testing program since August, the Task Force on Test Integrity is offering 10 recommendations that include calling for the creation of a transparent data analysis system that looks at one-time occurrences as well as trends, and includes quicker resolution when irregularities are suspected.

New website dedicated to highlighting Texas public school successes
A new website highlights successes achieved by Texas public schools and those connected with them.

Campus Security and Safety
A letter from Education Commissioner Shirley J. Neeley to Texas school administrators regarding important information about campus security...

Bad weather make-up policies
A letter issued by the Texas Education Agency in May addresses the agency’s policies regarding days of instruction that are missed due to weather, safety or health issues for the 2006-2007 school year.

Pandemic Flu Information
The potential threat for a pandemic or global epidemic of influenza is from a new or novel virus, one that has not previously infected humans. The novel virus influenza currently circulating...

Preliminary 2006 AYP Results Now Available
The preliminary 2006 Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP) results for all districts and campuses in Texas are now available online.   Read more...

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