Referrals for the Halifax County Public Schools’ Elementary Gifted Program in grades K-4 for the 2026-2027 school year are being accepted now through January 28th. Teachers, other school officials, and parents may refer students. Please contact your child’s homeroom teacher to initiate the referral process. The deadline for referrals is January 28, 2026. Students that currently receive gifted services will NOT need to go through the referral process.
6 months ago, HCPS
The Halifax County School Board will meet Monday, January 12, 2026 at 6:00 PM in the auditorium at Halifax County High School. The open session of the meeting will also be available on YouTube at the following link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ROmgxG90cuA6 months ago, HCPS
January 8, 2026
Central Office Relocation
Attention: All Visitors
Halifax County Schools Central Office has been temporarily relocated. If you need to see anyone in the departments listed below, please note their new location. If they have been reassigned to the Halifax County Middle School (1011 Middle School Circle, South Boston, Virginia), please check in at the front office and they will notify our personnel that you are there to see them.
Also, if you are meeting with our staff that has been relocated to the Pace Academy, please go to door B and the receptionist at the front desk will inform them of your arrival.
Mr. Chris Brown, truancy officer, can be reached at Sydnor Jennings Elementary School. Please proceed to the front office to announce your arrival.
Sheriff’s Department and Marston Agency please deliver all warrants and garnishments to Pace Academy, 315 S. Main Street, Halifax, Virginia 24558.
If you need further assistance, please call the switchboard at 434-476-2171.
Departments at Halifax County Middle School
Federal Programs
Finance
Food Service
Instruction
Student Services
Truancy
Superintendent/Assistant Superintendent
Departments at Pace Academy
Human Resources
Technology and Testing
6 months ago, HCPS
Report cards for the second nine weeks are available for viewing on the Campus Portal. If you need assistance with the portal or need a paper copy of the report, please contact your child's school.
6 months ago, HCPS
Halifax County Public Schools will hold a job fair on Saturday, February 7, 2026 from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM in the lobby of Halifax County High School. Please complete the registration form below if you would like to participate in the fair.
https://forms.gle/jXVm3abf2dWNCShq76 months ago, HCPS
REMINDER:
Students return to school tomorrow, Wednesday, January 7, 2026.
6 months ago, HCPS
Curl Up with a Good (Digital) Book
Tip:
Start the new year by exploring safe, free reading websites with your child. Reading online can be a fun way to practice literacy skills and build a love of books—even on cold winter days.
Helpful Websites:
Epic! – www.getepic.com (free during school hours) Perfect for Inclement Weather days!
Storyline Online – www.storylineonline.net (celebrities read children’s books out loud)
6 months ago, HCPS
As a reminder, students will be dismissed early on Friday, December 19, 2025. Students from South Boston Early Learning Center and South Boston Elementary School will dismiss at 11:00 AM. All other students will dismiss at 11:30 AM.
Winter break for students will be December 22, 2025 - January 2, 2026. January 5, 2026 is a professional development day, and January 6, 2026 is a teacher workday. Students return to school on Wednesday, January 7, 2026.
We hope that you have a very happy and safe holiday season.
7 months ago, HCPS
UPDATE: Due to snow and sleet in parts of the county, Halifax County Public Schools will be closed today, Friday, December 12, 2025. Twelve-month employees follow Code 0, do not report to work. This is a remote learning day for students and a work from home day for staff.
7 months ago, HCPS
Due to the forecast for snow during the early morning hours in some parts of the county, Halifax County Public Schools will operate on a two-hour delay today, Friday, December 12, 2025. Twelve-month employees follow code 2, report two hours late.
7 months ago, HCPS
Since there is a potential for more winter weather in the forecast, preparations are being made in case a remote learning day is needed. Food is being sent home today for students so please check students' bookbags for refrigerated items. In addition, packets are being sent for elementary students and assignments are being made available in Canvas for secondary students.
This is being done as a precaution and as of now, school is open tomorrow. If conditions change, another message will be sent.
7 months ago, HCPS
Due to potential black ice, Halifax County Public Schools will operate on a two-hour delay, tomorrow, Thursday, December 11, 2025. Twelve-month employees follow Code 2, report two hours late.
7 months ago, HCPS
Due to road conditions, Halifax County Public Schools will be closed tomorrow, Wednesday, December 10, 2025. Twelve-month employees follow code 2, report two hours late.
7 months ago, HCPS
Halifax County Public Schools will be closed tomorrow, Tuesday, December 9, 2025. Twelve-month employees report to work by 10:00 AM.
7 months ago, HCPS
Due to the impending weather, Halifax County Public Schools will be closed tomorrow, Monday, December 8, 2025. Twelve-month employees follow code 0, do not report to work.
7 months ago, HCPS
Due to the impending weather, Halifax County Public Schools will be closed tomorrow, Friday, December 5, 2025. Twelve-month employees follow code 0, do not report to work.
7 months ago, HCPS
🎄December🎄 Tech Tip
🎄The Gift of Digital Balance🎄
Tip:
If your child is getting a new device this holiday season, set it up before wrapping it. Turn on parental controls, install updates, and adjust privacy settings together.
🎄Remind children not to share sensitive information online, like their full name, address, or holiday travel plans. A little preparation now helps keep the season merry and safe.
Helpful Website/App:
Family Link by Google – families.google.com/familylink
Free tool for setting screen time limits and managing app use on kids’ devices.
7 months ago, HCPS
Due to forecasted freezing rain in parts of the county, Halifax County Public Schools will operate on a two-hour delay tomorrow, Tuesday, December 2, 2025. The weather team will reevaluate conditions in the morning. If needed, another alert will be sent. Twelve-month employees follow code 2, report two hours late.
7 months ago, HCPS
The Halifax County School Board will meet Tuesday, December 2, 2025 at 6:00 PM in the auditorium at Halifax County High School. The open session of the meeting will also be available on YouTube at the following link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TG8RXJzgv4o8 months ago, HCPS
