As a reminder, all schools and offices will be closed on Monday, January 19, 2026 in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday.
On Thursday, February 5, 2026, there will be an event titled Blueprints for Dreams: Building Our Future Together. Students in grades 5-11 and their parents are invited to attend the event at HCHS from 5:30 PM- 7:00 PM. The presenters will provide a lot of valuable information for students and parents about secondary education. A general session will be offered that includes information about courses, diploma types, graduation requirements, certifications, and much more! Tables will be set up for guests to visit for content areas and electives. Staff including teachers, school counselors, and administrators will be available to answer specific questions about courses, career pathways, etc. Selected students will also be in attendance to share course highlights and other information they feel is valuable for other students.
The first one hundred attendees will receive a free BBQ meal with sides, a dessert, and drink. There will also be drawings for door prizes!
Doors will open at 5:15 PM.
If you are a student in grades 5-11 or a parent of a student in grades 5-11, you don't want to miss this event! It will be very informative and exciting for all!
We look forward to seeing you there!
The first one hundred attendees will receive a free BBQ meal with sides, a dessert, and drink. There will also be drawings for door prizes!
Doors will open at 5:15 PM.
If you are a student in grades 5-11 or a parent of a student in grades 5-11, you don't want to miss this event! It will be very informative and exciting for all!
We look forward to seeing you there!
On Monday, Mrs. Torian’s first-grade class at Clays Mill Elementary School went on an exciting Virtual Reality train ride to enhance their phonics instruction. Facilitated by Khaela Powell, ITRT, students explored interactive spelling challenges focused on digraphs while engaging in an immersive learning experience.
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.
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.
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/jXVm3abf2dWNCShq7
https://forms.gle/jXVm3abf2dWNCShq7
REMINDER:
Students return to school tomorrow, Wednesday, January 7, 2026.
Students return to school tomorrow, Wednesday, January 7, 2026.
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)
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
This is being done as a precaution and as of now, school is open tomorrow. If conditions change, another message will be sent.
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.
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.
Halifax County Public Schools will be closed tomorrow, Tuesday, December 9, 2025. Twelve-month employees report to work by 10:00 AM.
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.
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.
🎄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.
🎄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.
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.
