Due to bitter cold temperatures and remaining black ice, HCPS will operate on a two-hour delay tomorrow, Wednesday, January 8, 2025. Twelve-month employees follow Code 2, report two hours late.
Due to black ice on roads, HCPS will be closed tomorrow, Tuesday, January 7, 2025. Twelve-month employees are to report at 11:00 AM.
Due to inclement weather conditions, HCPS will be closed tomorrow, Monday, January 6, 2025. Employees follow code 0, do not report to work.
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
Winter break for students will be December 23, 2024 - December 31, 2024. The New Year’s holiday is January 1, 2025. January 2, 2025 and January 3, 2025 are professional development/teacher workdays. Students return to school on Monday, January 6, 2025.
We hope that you have a very happy and safe holiday season.
Please see the following letter from the Southside Health District in regards to Pertussis (whooping cough).
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1dGrj9xNE67mPywlsn9-uZ_AfckmPzdR2/view?usp=sharing
Please see the link below for the required notifications.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1f7w8nmwnkEtycVTBiBo5057ztotG9-_F/view?usp=sharing
As a reminder, all schools and offices will be closed on Wednesday, November 27, 2024 through Friday, November 29, 2024 for the Thanksgiving holiday.
We hope you have a happy and safe Thanksgiving!
Congratulations to our first Kindergarten student to visit the book vending machine.!
Ms. Dishmond's 5th-grade students engaged in hands-on experiments to explore the fascinating world of sound waves.
Mrs. Moser's PreK class celebrated Veterans Day by creating red, white, and blue headbands.
Congratulations to these dedicated students who earned enough Dojo points to choose a book from the Book Vending Machine! Keep up the fantastic work
As a reminder, all schools and offices will be closed Monday, November 11, 2024 in observance of Veterans Day.
Students and staff at Sydnor Jennings Elementary School recently took part in The Great Candy Election, an engaging activity that introduced them to the election process. They voted on their favorite treat, choosing between suckers and chocolate. With an impressive 71% of the votes, chocolate emerged as the clear winner! This enjoyable experience allowed our students to learn about voting in a fun and memorable way.
Please join us!
As a reminder, Monday, October 21, 2024 is a Teacher Workday/Parent Conference Day. Students do not attend school.
As a reminder, all schools and offices will be closed Monday, October 14, 2024 in observance of Indigenous Peoples' Day.
This week, first graders explored the significance of Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day, discussing the historical context and the diverse perspectives surrounding these celebrations. They learned about Christopher Columbus's voyages and the impact on Indigenous cultures, fostering an understanding of the importance of recognizing and honoring the history and contributions of Native American communities.
Students in Miss Doss's class engaged in an interactive VR lesson with Skribby the Skeleton, where they practiced skip counting by 2's, 5's, and 10's. As part of the activity, students solved math riddles to uncover hidden hats beneath the floor and had fun dressing up Skribby in the process!
The Crunch Heard 'Round the Commonwealth is an exciting event that takes place during Virginia Farm to School Week, encouraging students, like those at SJES, to support local agriculture by collectively enjoying locally grown apples. This initiative not only promotes healthy eating but also raises awareness of farm-to-school programs across Virginia, fostering connections between students, local farmers, and the community. Participating in this vibrant celebration is a fun and educational way to highlight the importance of sustainable food systems. #VACrunch #VAFarmtoSchool
