UPDATE:
After the weather team reevaluated conditions this morning, Halifax County Public Schools will be closed today, Thursday, February 13, 2025. Twelve-month employees follow Code 2, report two hours late.
UPDATE:
After the weather team reevaluated conditions this morning, Halifax County Public Schools will be closed today, Thursday, February 13, 2025. Twelve-month employees follow Code 2, report two hours late.
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Halifax County Public Schools is planning to operate on a two-hour delay tomorrow, Thursday, February 13, 2025. Our weather team will reevaluate conditions in the morning to see if power has been restored to all of the schools and road conditions are safe. If needed, another alert will be sent in the morning.
Due to the Winter Storm Warning remaining in effect through tomorrow and the forecast of freezing rain, Halifax County Public Schools will be closed tomorrow, Wednesday, February 12, 2025. Twelve-month employees follow Code 2, report two hours late.
Hitachi donated STEM kits to each elementary school , providing hands-on learning opportunities that will inspire young minds in science, technology, engineering, and math.
Due to the impending weather, HCPS will be closed tomorrow, Tuesday, February 11, 2025. Twelve-month employees follow Code 0, do not report to work.
A Region 8 Transition Fair will be held on March 13, 2025 from 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM. Students and families can engage with community agencies, service providers, and more. This event is open to all families and students with special needs. Please see below for more details.
Halifax County Public Schools' Elementary Gifted Program is currently accepting referrals for the 2025-2026 school year. Students will be assessed using ability tests, a student created portfolio, grades, and work habit characteristics. If you feel your child needs additional enrichment instruction beyond the classroom academic requirements, please contact your child’s teacher to initiate the gifted referral process. The deadline for referrals is February 17, 2025. Students that are currently in the elementary gifted program do not need to reapply. If you have any questions, please contact your school's gifted specialist. Those found eligible to participate in the Elementary Gifted Program will begin gifted services the following school year.
On Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at the Blueprints for Dreams: Building Our Future Together event, drawings for door prizes took place. If you received a ticket, please review your tickets carefully. Pictured are the winning tickets. If you have a winning ticket, please call 434-476-2171. If prizes aren’t claimed by Tuesday, February 11, 2025, we will draw more tickets.
Sinai Scientists Shine in Third Grade! Recently, our third-grade students showcased their incredible knowledge of adaptations and habitats by creating some truly amazing designs! From the icy wonders of the Arctic to the lush beauty of tropical rainforests, and even the fiery landscapes of volcanoes, the creativity was off the charts! We even had some exciting designs featuring dinosaurs and crafty foxes!
The students had a blast using their imaginations to bring their ideas to life. Their unique creations not only demonstrated their understanding of the natural world but also highlighted their artistic talents. What a fantastic way to blend science and creativity! Keep it up, Sinai Scientists!
Halifax County Public Schools will hold a job fair on February 8, 2025 from 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM at HCMS. Please click on the link below to register for the 2025 HCPS Job Fair.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeB88J8Jwp8bN8K6aVgccIyum6B4a6MqtUxlD8-bOgVuw6z_A/viewform
As part of our 2nd-grade reading and writing curriculum, students participated in an exciting project where they created personal timelines. This activity helped reinforce key SOL objectives, such as sequencing events, understanding chronological order, and presenting information clearly. Students created timelines that highlighted important milestones in their lives, from birth to the present day. They used a variety of methods to showcase their timelines, including drawings, photos, captions, and written descriptions. This creative process allowed them to practice organizing ideas and using transitional words like first, next, then, and last. After completing their timelines, students presented them to the class. This experience supported the development of speaking and listening skills, as outlined in the SOL. They practiced speaking clearly, making eye contact, and answering questions from their classmates.
Super Hero Day at Sinai Elementary!
Sinai Elementary students and faculty are proudly showing off their 100th day attire as well as their flannel attire! Yes, we are 100 Days Smarter at Sinai Elementary School!
Happy 100th Day of School!
Students in Ms. Brockenbury's fourth-grade class had an amazing time celebrating their 100th Day of School by crafting their very own 100th Day Crowns! What a fantastic way to mark this special milestone!
Can you believe it? They are now 100 days smarter and ready to take on new challenges! 🎉✨
On Tuesday, February 4, 2025, 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 HCMS from 5:30 - 7:00 PM. 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 valuable for other students.
The first one hundred attendees will receive a free BBQ with sides, a dessert, and drink. There will also be drawings for door prizes!
Please park in the bus parking lot. Doors will open at 5:15!
Sinai second graders read procedural texts to learn how to follow a recipe and do a science experiment. Students followed a recipe make Snack Mix and enjoyed eating it. Students also read the instructions for a Make a Drawing Dance science experiment. They drew a picture with a dry erase marker on a smooth glass plate, then covered the drawing with water to watch it dance and float.
On Tuesday, February 4, 2025, 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 HCMS 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!
Please park in the bus parking lot. 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!
Looking for the next future chef!
If you are in grades 1-5 and interested in cooking, please submit your favorite recipe by January 31, 2025 for a chance to be the next future chef!
Sinai Make-up Picture Day
HCPS will open on time, tomorrow, Friday, January 24, 2025.
