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Hallsville ISD families are invited to attend the 2026 DEFY Conference (Drug Education for Families & Youth) on Tuesday, September 22, from 5:30–8:00 p.m. at the Maude Cobb Convention Center, 100 Grand Blvd. in Longview.

This free event is open to parents and guardians as well as students in grades 6–12. The conference is designed to provide families with valuable information, practical resources, and opportunities for open conversations surrounding drug and alcohol prevention, healthy decision-making, and challenges facing today's youth.

Parents and guardians will have the opportunity to participate in drug and alcohol education, explore a mock bedroom designed to help adults recognize potential warning signs, visit vendor booths, and access additional community resources.

Youth participants will take part in age-appropriate drug and alcohol education, learn valuable coping skills, and participate in a question-and-answer session with the Longview Police Department.

All participants will receive dinner as well as a door prize ticket for a chance to win AirPods or a $250 gift card.

The DEFY Conference is presented in partnership with the Coalition for Drug-Free Youth and the City of Longview and provides an opportunity for families to learn together while gaining tools that can help young people make safe, healthy choices.

Event Details:

• Date: Tuesday, September 22, 2026
• Time: 5:30–8:00 p.m.
• Location: Maude Cobb Convention Center
• Address: 100 Grand Blvd., Longview, TX 75604
• Cost: FREE
• Who Can Attend: Parents/guardians and youth in grades 6–12

Families interested in attending are encouraged to register in advance using the registration QR code provided on the event flyer.

We encourage Hallsville ISD families to take advantage of this free educational opportunity and join other East Texas families and community partners for an evening focused on education, prevention, communication, and empowering our young people to make positive choices.

Hallsville ISD is proud to announce the 2026 Hallsville ISD Distinguished Alumni Class, recognizing eight exceptional Bobcats whose accomplishments have made a lasting impact in their professions, communities, and beyond.

The Distinguished Alumni program celebrates graduates who exemplify the values of Hallsville ISD through outstanding achievement, leadership, service, and dedication. This year's honorees represent decades of excellence and continue to reflect positively on their alma mater.

The 2026 Hallsville ISD Distinguished Alumni are:

• Debbie Martin Cline – Class of 1973
• David Trice – Class of 1976
• Alan Dale Rodgers – Class of 1977
• Carolyn Cole Pruitt – Class of 1982
• Michael "Skip" Buchanan Jr. – Class of 1984
• Jay Nelson – Class of 1992
• Michael Shirley – Class of 1997
• Lara Lovelace Hood – Class of 1998

The honorees will be recognized during the Hallsville ISD Homecoming Football Game on Friday, September 11, 2026, at Bobcat Stadium. The annual recognition provides the Hallsville community an opportunity to celebrate alumni who have distinguished themselves through their careers, leadership, and service while inspiring future generations of Bobcats.

Hallsville ISD congratulates each member of the 2026 Distinguished Alumni Class and thanks them for representing the Bobcat tradition with excellence.

Once a Bobcat, Always a Bobcat!

Hallsville ISD is looking for passionate, dedicated professionals to join our outstanding team for the 2026-2027 school year. If you're committed to making a positive impact on students and helping shape the future of education, we encourage you to explore our current employment opportunities.

We are currently accepting applications for the following positions:

• Assistant Principal – Hallsville Intermediate School (6th Grade)
• Structured Learning Teacher – Hallsville Intermediate School and Hallsville High School
• Special Education Teacher – Hallsville Intermediate School
• Math Teacher – Hallsville High School
• Assistant Principal/Counselor Secretary – Hallsville East Elementary
• Counselor Secretary – Hallsville High School
• Paraprofessional – Hallsville East Elementary and Hallsville Intermediate School
• Office Staff – TVAH

At Hallsville ISD, we believe in supporting our employees, fostering excellence, and working together to provide exceptional educational opportunities for every student. If you're ready to become part of a district that values teamwork and student success, we'd love to hear from you.

Interested applicants can scan the QR code on the hiring announcement to begin the application process.

Join our team and help make a difference in the lives of Hallsville ISD students! We look forward to welcoming our newest Bobcats to the Hallsville family.

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.