Kindergarten scholars were hands on modeling and solving single-step addition problems.
As a culminating activity after studying the season of Winter, Kindergarten scholars made snow using baking soda and shaving cream! Some made snowmen, snow mountains, an igloo, and some made it snow by sprinkling it on the table. They hope this will not be the only snow they get to play with this year!
As a reminder, all schools and offices will be closed on Monday, January 19, 2026 in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday.
Congratulations to our December Scholars of the Month!
Congratulations to our November Scholars of the Month!
Pre-K scholars got creative with sponge painting as they brought their snowy snowman pictures to life! ☃️🎨 Hands-on fun, imagination, and wintery smiles filled the room as they explored art through texture and color.
Kindergarten scholars explored working at various jobs to earn money to spend in the teacher's store. The students learned about needs and wants and earning money. They learned about the importance of buying needs before wants and were given an opportunity to buy a house and sell it back to the bank for a profit. The scholars were excited to explore this unit of study.
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!
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)
Sydnor Jennings scholars spread holiday cheer during our Christmas Program by singing joyful carols for their families. After the performance, families enjoyed popcorn, cookies, and hot chocolate, and each scholar took home a gingerbread house to build and enjoy!
Learning is sweet! Our kindergarten scholars are all smiles as they participate in a candy cane fishing activity full of fun and learning.
Faculty and Scholars enjoyed a fun Pajama Day prior to the Christmas break.
Full Accreditation calls for a celebration! 🎊 Sydnor Jennings Elementary staff and scholars danced, tossed confetti, and celebrated big with special appearances by the Grinch and Sydney the Tiger.
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.
Scholars and Staff dressed up in their "Ugliest" Christmas Sweaters.
