Virginians have a new tool to help them plan for their education after high school with a new website launched by the State Council of Higher Education for Virginia. The Level Up Virginia website provides information on educational options such as certificate programs, apprenticeships, the military, trade schools, two-year and four-year colleges, and universities. In addition, the website offers tips for adult learners, students with disabilities, first-generation students, and English language learners. Check out this statewide initiative to increase postsecondary readiness, enrollment, and completion for all students in the Commonwealth. Check it out at https://www.levelupvirginia.org/
Report cards for the first nine weeks may be viewed on the Campus Portal. If you need assistance with the portal or need a paper copy of the report card, please contact your child's school.
The Halifax County School Board will have a special meeting on Monday, October 23, 2023 at 4:30 PM in the cafeteria of 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=PehxC7HGkvc
The Halifax County School Board has established its intent, in accordance with Section 15.2-2507 of the Code of Virginia, as amended, to adopt a resolution amending Halifax County Public Schools Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Budget and appropriating the funds budgeted for expenditure. It is proposed that the budget be amended to include certain federal, state. and local monies allocated to the Halifax County Public Schools as released by the General Assembly as of September 6, 2023. Public comments will be heard beginning at 5:00 pm at the Halifax High School. Presentation of the budget will follow public comment and submitted for approval by the Board.
Date: October 23, 2023
Time: 5:00 pm
Location: Halifax High School
Please see the information below about a Computer Science Family Event on October 21, 2023. It is a free event for students in grades K-2 and grades 6-8 at Longwood University.
Sinai Elementary 5th graders explored matter by using various materials to insulate an ice cube. Their challenge was to create the best insulation to prevent the ice cube from melting. The winning team used aluminum foil, stuffing, and cotton balls.
Today, October 10, 2023 is World Mental Health Day. This is a day to talk about mental health and show everyone that mental health matters. It’s also a day to let people know that it’s okay to ask for help, no matter what you’re going through. If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org. You can also reach Crisis Text Line by texting MHA to 741741.
The Halifax County School Board will meet Thursday, October 12, 2023 at 6:00 PM at the Mary Bethune Office Complex Public Meeting Room. The open session of the meeting will also be available on YouTube at the following link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PehxC7HGkvc
As a reminder, all schools and offices will be closed Monday, October 9, 2023 in observance of Indigenous Peoples' Day.
HCPS students celebrated healthy kids, local farmers, and vibrant communities by crunching into Virginia grown apples!
Ms. Roller's 5th grade math class at Scottsburg Elementary enjoyed working to escape from the virtual "Escape Room". Students were challenged to use their math skills to complete the various levels. Once the math problems were solved, students then had to solve the clues to move to the next room. Everyone rose to the challenge and were able to successfully escape.
Ms. McLamb's second graders at Meadville Elementary had a blast coding the Dash robots.
Mrs. Lawter's first graders at Cluster Springs Elementary learned how to code the Dash robots. Mrs. Elliott, ITRT, facilitated the STEAM lesson.
Mrs. DeLeon's PreK class at CSES learned about Chromebook rules. They had a great time practicing the letter X on Starfall.
Virginia Farm to School Week will occur October 2-6, 2023.
The Crunch Heard ‘Round the Commonwealth increases awareness of Virginia farm to school programs. To celebrate the event, our schools in Halifax County as well as many others across Virginia will simultaneously take a bite out of a Virginia grown apple. Together, we will make some noise for farm to school programs! The “Crunch” is held during Virginia Farm to School Week each year. The Crunch will take place on Thursday, October 5, 2023.
October 3, 2023 is the annual Pink Night Volleyball game. Please come out to support the Lady Comets and help the local Cancer Association. There will be a 50/50, silent auction, and recognition of cancer survivors as well as a serve-a-thon to win a t-shirt. Gates open at 5:00 PM.
Hope to see you there!
Students participated in Area 15 Special Olympics at Charlotte County on September 25, 2023. Congratulations to all of the participants!
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Attendance Matters!
If students miss 10% of the school year, they are considered chronically absent.
Interim reports for the first 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.
Too many absences can keep students from succeeding in school. If students miss 10% of the school year, they are considered chronically absent.
