ENews: Monday, December 18, 2023
Monday, December 18: School in Session
Tuesday, December 19: Board of Education Meeting
Thursday, December 21: End of 2nd Quarter
Friday, December 22: No School, Winter Break Begins
Tuesday, January 2: School Resumes, 3rd Quarter Begins
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A reminder that school is in session Monday, December 18. There is no school on Friday, December 22.
- Monday, December 18: School in Session
- Tuesday, December 19: School in Session
- Wednesday, December 20: School in Session
- Thursday, December 21: School in Session
- Friday, December 22: No School, Winter Break Begins
Students will return from break on Tuesday, January 2. You can view the district calendar here.
Dear Hallsville Families,
As we approach the end of this semester, I wanted to take a moment to extend my warmest wishes to each of you.
The holiday season is upon us, and it brings with it a well-deserved break for our students, families, and staff. I hope you find time to relax, rejuvenate, and cherish special moments with your loved ones. Whether you are traveling to new destinations, enjoying winter festivities, or simply taking a well-deserved rest at home, may this holiday season bring you joy, peace, and a renewed sense of connection.
On behalf of the entire Hallsville School District, I would like to express our deepest gratitude for your continued support. Your partnership is invaluable, and we look forward to building upon our successes together in the upcoming year.
Wishing you a happy and healthy winter break filled with warmth, laughter, and moments of joy.
Sincerely,
John Downs
Each year, the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) generates an Annual Performance Report (APR) for all districts across the state. This year’s Annual Performance Report (APR) is the second under Missouri School Improvement Plan (MSIP) 6, which outlines expectations for school practices and student outcomes with the goal of each student graduating ready for college, career, and life success.
The Hallsville School District was awarded an 83.8% score on the Annual Performance Report for the 2022-2023 school year. “The district has purposeful and systematic continuous improvement endeavors embedded across all buildings that are directly linked to student achievement and preparing all students for success,” Assistant Superintendent Julie Esquivel states. “In 2023, Hallsville students not only met but often exceeded the Missouri average in proficient and advanced categories. Longitudinal data further reinforces that our students consistently perform at or above state standards across various content areas and grade levels. As we navigate MSIP 6, these achievements mark a solid foundation for growth. The consistent and comparable state data will guide our journey of continuous improvement, allowing us to refine our practices and ensure every student succeeds.”
Our administration, teacher-leaders, and faculty teams continue to address changes to curricular and instructional needs to better reach all learnings. In addition, our elementary teachers continue their two-year professional development training in Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling (LETRS), part of DESE’s Missouri Read, Lead, Exceed Initiative.
In addition, the Hallsville School District is committed to focusing on continuous improvement through the district’s Comprehensive School Improvement Plan (CSIP), as required under MSIP 6. A review of the district’s CSIP will begin in 2024 as we update the district’s priorities in student learning, student-focused climate, excellent staff, and quality governance.
The Hallsville School District is committed to providing a comprehensive instructional program for every student to support our vision of improving lives through learning to fulfill our mission that all students will reach their potential.
Are you interested in running for a seat on the Hallsville School District Board of Education?
The Hallsville School District encourages qualified persons interested in running for a position on the School Board to file to be a candidate in the April 2, 2024 election. Interested persons may file at the superintendent’s office at 411 E. Highway 124, Hallsville, Missouri. Filing will close on Tuesday, December 26 at 5:00 p.m. Filings will not occur on days the school district is closed due to inclement weather. Filings will also not occur on December 22 through December 25 when the administrative offices are closed.
There are two positions available with three-year terms. Additional information can be found online here.
Missouri School Boards' Association Resources:
What does a school board member do?
These short videos cover school board basics, candidate requirements and school laws.
Candidate’s Legal Guide to Running for the School Board
This in-depth and detailed document will help guide you to running in the next election.
The Hallsville Board of Education will hold its monthly meeting on Tuesday, December 19, at 6:00 p.m. in the Hallsville Primary School cafeteria. When available, an agenda for the meeting can be found here.
YOUTH ACTIVITIES
HHS Cheer will host their annual cheer clinic in the west gym on Saturday, January 6, from 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. The clinic is open to all students in grades kindergarten through 6th grade. The cost of the clinic is $25. Registration and payment must be submitted to the intermediate or primary front offices by the end of the day on Thursday, December 21.
Students participating in the clinic will learn cheers, a dance, and stunting. In addition, they will receive a t-shirt they can wear when they perform at a high school basketball game on Monday, January 8!
WHAT: Cheerleading instructional clinic for future Hallsville cheerleaders!
Grades K-6 – GIRLS AND BOYS WELCOME!
WHERE: The West High School Gym. Check-in will begin in the lobby at 8:45 a.m.m.
WHEN: Saturday, January 6th, 2024 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
