Hallsville Independent School District

Hallsville ISD invites the community to attend the 2025–2026 District Art Showcase on Friday, May 8, from 6:00–8:00 p.m. in the Hallsville High School Performing Arts Center Lobby.

This special evening will feature artwork from students across all Hallsville ISD campuses, showcasing the incredible creativity and talent of our young artists. Guests will also have the opportunity to explore featured exhibits created by Hallsville ISD AP Art students.

The showcase is free to attend and offers a wonderful opportunity for families, friends, and community members to celebrate the artistic achievements of Hallsville ISD students.

📍 Hallsville High School PAC Lobby
📅 Friday, May 8
⏰ 6:00–8:00 p.m.
🎟️ Free Entry

Come experience an evening filled with creativity, imagination, and inspiring student artwork from across the district!

The Hallsville Ladycats are headed to the Regional Semi-Finals in the 2026 UIL Softball Playoffs after capturing the Area Championship!

Hallsville will face Belton in a best-of-three playoff series this week in Ennis as the Ladycats continue their postseason run.

Regional Semi-Finals Schedule

📍 Ennis High School

🥎 Game 1 — Thursday, May 7 at 7:00 p.m.
🥎 Game 2 — Friday, May 8 at 7:00 p.m.
🥎 Game 3 (if necessary) — Saturday, May 9 at 1:00 p.m.

The Ladycats have shown tremendous determination and teamwork throughout the season, and the Hallsville community is encouraged to come out and support the team as they compete for a spot in the next round of the playoffs.

Congratulations to the Ladycats on an outstanding season and their Area Championship title! Let’s pack the stands in Ennis and cheer on Hallsville softball!

The Hallsville Theatre UIL One Act Play Company invites the community to a special performance of The Voice of the Prairie by John Olive on May 12 in the Hallsville Performing Arts Center!

After an incredible competition season, Hallsville Theatre earned Zone, District, and Bi-District Championships before advancing to the Area round. The company delivered outstanding performances throughout the year, including a perfect score at three contest levels from highly qualified adjudicators. Hallsville performers also earned Best Performer honors from six judges, finished among the top 36 in the state, and brought home 87 UIL medals.

The production season was filled with achievements and recognition:

• Zone, District, and Bi-District Champions 🏆
• Area Advancing Play 🏆
• Perfect scores at three levels
• Nine judges ranked Hallsville in 1st place
• 17 National Thespian qualifiers 🎭
• Superior rating at the Texas Thespian State Contest for Ensemble Acting in Amadeus 🎭
• Three special invitations to the Maestro Summer Camp 🎭
• Five students selected to attend the Maestro Summer Camp 🎭

Audience members will have two opportunities to see the show on May 12:

• Understudy Performance — 5:00 p.m.
• Overstudy Performance — 6:45 p.m.

Admission is $3 or donations to the Bobcat Corner will be accepted.

Come out and support these talented students as they close out an unforgettable season with a stunning performance. Let’s pack the PAC and celebrate the hard work and accomplishments of the Hallsville UIL One Act Play Company!

Hallsville ISD is currently accepting applications for the following positions:

• *Director of Academic Leadership
• *Curriculum Coordinator
• *Assistant Principal – Hallsville High School (HHS)
• *Classroom Teachers
• *Teacher/Coach – HHS and Hallsville Junior High (HJH)
• *DAEP Teacher
• *Special Education Teachers
• *Nurse Assistant – North Elementary
• *Paraprofessionals
• *Hall Monitor – HHS
• *Bus Drivers

Apply Today!

Hallsville ISD invites all incoming kindergarten families to attend our Kindergarten Orientation!

Date: May 14
Time: 6:00–7:00 PM
Location: All Home Campuses

What to Expect

Join us to:

• Meet your child’s kindergarten teachers
• Learn all about what to expect in kindergarten
• Ask questions and get helpful information for the upcoming school year

Find Your Campus

Not sure which elementary school your child will attend?
Use the QR code provided to determine your assigned campus.

We look forward to welcoming our newest Bobcats!

Hallsville ISD invites girls currently in Kindergarten through 8th grade to participate in the Ladycat Basketball Camp!

Camp Details

Date: June 13
Location: Hallsville High School Practice Gyms

Session One:

• Time: 8:00–9:15 AM
• Grades: Kindergarten–2nd

Session Two:

• Time: 9:45 AM–1:00 PM
• Grades: 3rd–8th

Camp Cost

• $65 (if registered before May 20)
• $70 (after May 20)

Walk-ups are welcome.

Additional Information

• Campers will receive a basketball and certificate
• Instruction provided by Hallsville High School players and coaches

Note: Please bring money for snacks and Ladycat merchandise.

Hallsville ISD is currently seeking dedicated and reliable individuals to join our team as bus drivers.

Incentives & Benefits

• $1,500 sign-on bonus for applicants with a CDL
  OR
• $1,000 sign-on bonus plus $500 training incentive upon CDL certification
• $100 monthly contribution toward your insurance premium
• $50 monthly perfect attendance incentive
• Opportunities to earn additional income by driving extracurricular trips

Learn More / Apply

Learn more at Hallsville ISD Transportation.

The Texas Legislature has enacted a new law banning the use of cell phones and personal communication devices in Texas schools. In alignment with House Bill 1481, Hallsville ISD will enforce these regulations regarding the use of personal communication devices during the instructional day.

Guidelines

Prohibited Use:

• Students may not use personal cell phones or school-issued devices for personal communication.

• House Bill 1481 prohibits the use of personal communication devices anywhere on campus during the instructional day — including hallways, restrooms, and common areas. The instructional day is defined from the first bell to the last bell, including all scheduled class periods, meals, and transitions.

• Devices must remain powered off, out of sight, or stored in a teacher-provided location.

Electronic Communication:

• Students are not permitted to use personal or school-issued devices to call, text, message, or engage in online chats.

• This includes the use of apps and services for texting, messaging, or calling.

Emergency Contact Procedures:

• Parents and guardians who need to contact their child during the school day must call the campus front office. Staff will ensure that messages are delivered promptly.

Prohibited Personal Communication Devices Include:
Cell phones, smart watches, tablets, pagers, handheld gaming devices, wireless headphones/Ear Buds.

What Parents Can Do:

• Speak to your child about this new policy.

• Encourage appropriate cell phone use.

• Promote the importance of student focus during instructional time.

Disciplinary actions for violating this policy will follow the Hallsville ISD Code of Conduct.

Back to School Bash! 🎒🎉

Kick off the school year with fun, friends, and festivities!

📅 Date: August 6th
⏰ Time: 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
📍 Location: HJH Gym
Address: #1 Bobcat Ln.