Henrietta Independent School District
ALL IN FOR EXCELLENCE
Nearly 30 million students count on school meals each school day! During National School Lunch Week, we’re celebrating the healthy meals that fuel learning, support growing kids & help our Bearcats thrive! A BIG thank you to Mrs. Brown & her staff for all they do!
What an incredible honor for the Henrietta ISD Board of Trustees!
This past weekend, our School Board attended the TASA/TASB txEDCON Conference, where they were recognized as one of the top 12 school boards in the great state of Texas! Our dedicated Board President, Brad Yurcho, proudly accepted this honor on stage Friday evening. What an incredible experience to be recognized alongside outstanding school districts from across a state that serves more than 5 million public school students!
We were also proud to have Betty Ellsworth represent Region 9 at the TASB Delegate Assembly, with Penny Riordan serving as the alternate representative! Betty had the responsibility of casting a vote and helping give our region a voice in the statewide direction of TASB. What an important leadership opportunity!
Throughout the weekend, we were reminded that leadership is not always easy! Our Board of Trustees gives countless hours of their time and talents to serve our students, staff, and community. They take their responsibilities as elected officials seriously, work to find solutions, and are willing to make difficult decisions when challenges arise. Much of what they do happens behind the scenes, and they carry responsibilities and information that cannot always be shared publicly. Yet they continue to lead with integrity, professionalism, and a heart for doing what is best for kids!
Our trustees also dedicate time to training and professional learning to ensure they are fulfilling their responsibilities as school board members.
At Henrietta ISD, our mission is "Cultivating a culture of excellence through engaging experiences that empower learners for life." Our board helps bring that mission to life every single day!
This special recognition honors school boards "whose dedication and ethical service have made a positive impact on the school children of Texas." What a meaningful honor!
I am incredibly proud to work alongside these dedicated leaders and so thankful for all they do to keep Henrietta ISD moving forward!
Congratulations to our Board of Trustees! We are so proud of you!
This past weekend, our School Board attended the TASA/TASB txEDCON Conference, where they were recognized as one of the top 12 school boards in the great state of Texas! Our dedicated Board President, Brad Yurcho, proudly accepted this honor on stage Friday evening. What an incredible experience to be recognized alongside outstanding school districts from across a state that serves more than 5 million public school students!
We were also proud to have Betty Ellsworth represent Region 9 at the TASB Delegate Assembly, with Penny Riordan serving as the alternate representative! Betty had the responsibility of casting a vote and helping give our region a voice in the statewide direction of TASB. What an important leadership opportunity!
Throughout the weekend, we were reminded that leadership is not always easy! Our Board of Trustees gives countless hours of their time and talents to serve our students, staff, and community. They take their responsibilities as elected officials seriously, work to find solutions, and are willing to make difficult decisions when challenges arise. Much of what they do happens behind the scenes, and they carry responsibilities and information that cannot always be shared publicly. Yet they continue to lead with integrity, professionalism, and a heart for doing what is best for kids!
Our trustees also dedicate time to training and professional learning to ensure they are fulfilling their responsibilities as school board members.
At Henrietta ISD, our mission is "Cultivating a culture of excellence through engaging experiences that empower learners for life." Our board helps bring that mission to life every single day!
This special recognition honors school boards "whose dedication and ethical service have made a positive impact on the school children of Texas." What a meaningful honor!
I am incredibly proud to work alongside these dedicated leaders and so thankful for all they do to keep Henrietta ISD moving forward!
Congratulations to our Board of Trustees! We are so proud of you!
Seniors, it’s coming! Texas Free College Application Week is Oct 12–18, 2026. Apply to any public university or community college for FREE. Submit your apps by Oct 18 at applytexas.org
Don’t forget! Our Unified Team takes the field BEFORE the Bearcats tonight in Holliday! Kickoff is at 6:30 PM. Can’t make it? Tune in as the game will be broadcast by Texoma Broadcasting! #GoldStandard
October is National Bullying Prevention Month! It’s a time to raise awareness, educate our communities, and promote kindness, acceptance, and inclusion. Together, we can create a school community where everyone feels safe, valued, and supported. #AllIn #GoldStandard
Did you know? Nearly 70% of U.S. drug overdose deaths in 2022 involved synthetic opioids, primarily illegally manufactured fentanyl. Awareness and education can save lives. Be #ALLIN for information as we spotlight the dangers of fentanyl. #FentanylAwarenessMonth
Celebrating brilliant minds on World Dyslexia Day! At HISD, we honor the unique strengths, creativity, and determination of our students with dyslexia. Today and every day, we stand together in understanding, support, and respect.
Happy Human Resources Day to Heather Burns! Supporting our staff so they can support our students, Heather works tirelessly behind the scenes to take care of the HISD family. Thank you for your dedication and everything you do for our team!
Bearcats, mark your calendars! Thursday, Oct. 8 is Early Release at 12 PM, with Staff PLC in the afternoon. Friday, Oct. 9 is a Student Holiday for Staff Development. Monday, Oct. 12 is a District Holiday. Students return Tuesday, Oct. 13!
FREE Flu Shots! Wednesday, Oct. 13, 10 AM–1 PM at Clay County Memorial Hospital. Vaccines are available for eligible children & adults, including those uninsured, underinsured, and on Medicaid. We cannot provide vaccines for those insured with CHIP or private insurance.
Big thanks to all the amazing academic and athletic coaches at HISD! Your dedication, leadership, and unwavering support empower our students to achieve their best on the field and in the classroom. We appreciate everything you do for our students and community!
GET READY, HENRIETTA!
Our HISD Unified Team is hitting the field! Join us on October 9 at 6:30 PM at Don Lucy Field in Holliday for an evening of teamwork, inclusion, and BIG BEARCAT SPIRIT!
Questions? cherise.talley@henrietta-isd.net
Our HISD Unified Team is hitting the field! Join us on October 9 at 6:30 PM at Don Lucy Field in Holliday for an evening of teamwork, inclusion, and BIG BEARCAT SPIRIT!
Questions? cherise.talley@henrietta-isd.net
October is Bullying Prevention Month and we all play a part in teaching children how to show kindness, empathy, and respect for others. Throughout this month, we will be sharing tips and information on resolving conflict, how to stand up for others, and standing up for yourself. As always, if you or your child need to report bullying, you have two ways to do so: 1. In Person (tell the teacher, counselor, or administrator), 2. Anonymously through the "Report Bullying" link on your child's campus webpage.
Huge shout-out to our amazing Custodial Staff! From sparkling hallways to all the quiet, behind-the-scenes magic that keeps our school running smoothly every day—we couldn’t do it without you. You truly are our unsung heroes!
This October, our community is uniting to fight the devastating Fentanyl crisis. We are #ALLIN for Fentanyl Awareness Month. Join us as we share vital information throughout the month to protect our families and neighbors. Knowledge is our best defense.
Leading with vision, guiding with heart, and shaping our future every single day! Happy Principal Appreciation Month to our incredible leaders. Thank you for your tireless dedication, endless support, and lasting impact on our school family!
Free & Reduced-Price Meals Reminder!
The 30-day carryover period for Free & Reduced-Price Meal benefits from last school year has now expired.
If your family received Free & Reduced-Price Meal benefits last year and you would like to see if you qualify again for the current school year, you will need to submit a new application.
Already received an approval letter from Mrs. Brown for this school year? There is no need to reapply. Your current-year eligibility has already been approved.
For families who still need to apply, the process is quick and easy online through MySchoolApps:
https://www.myschoolapps.com/Home/PickDistrict?ZipCode=76365&State=
We encourage families who may qualify to complete an application as soon as possible.
Questions about the application or eligibility? Please contact Brittanie Brown at Brittanie.Brown@henrietta-isd.net.
The 30-day carryover period for Free & Reduced-Price Meal benefits from last school year has now expired.
If your family received Free & Reduced-Price Meal benefits last year and you would like to see if you qualify again for the current school year, you will need to submit a new application.
Already received an approval letter from Mrs. Brown for this school year? There is no need to reapply. Your current-year eligibility has already been approved.
For families who still need to apply, the process is quick and easy online through MySchoolApps:
https://www.myschoolapps.com/Home/PickDistrict?ZipCode=76365&State=
We encourage families who may qualify to complete an application as soon as possible.
Questions about the application or eligibility? Please contact Brittanie Brown at Brittanie.Brown@henrietta-isd.net.
Attention, Bearcat Community! Effective immediately, HISD will only be able to accept checks made payable to Henrietta ISD. Please make sure the payee line is completed correctly to avoid delays. Thank you for helping us keep things running smoothly!
And congratulations to our class princesses: Junior Princess Hadleigh Brand, Sophomore Princess Kynnlee Poore, and Freshman Princess Harper Melton!
What a special group of young ladies and a beautiful Homecoming night! We are so proud of each of you! 🐾✨
What a beautiful group of young ladies representing Henrietta High School on our 2026 Homecoming Court! 👑🖤💛
Kennedy Beckham • Keeley Burns • Jaedyn Jones • Charli McCasland • Mallarey Murphy • Peyton Seigler
We are so proud of each of these girls and the way they represent HHS. Such a special night celebrating six wonderful young ladies and making memories they will always remember! 🐾✨
Kennedy Beckham • Keeley Burns • Jaedyn Jones • Charli McCasland • Mallarey Murphy • Peyton Seigler
We are so proud of each of these girls and the way they represent HHS. Such a special night celebrating six wonderful young ladies and making memories they will always remember! 🐾✨
