Today, we celebrate the professionals who handle the many administrative details that keep our schools running smoothly.
HISD proudly recognizes Heather Burns, our HR Support contact, for her hard work and dedication! #GoldStandard
HISD proudly recognizes Heather Burns, our HR Support contact, for her hard work and dedication! #GoldStandard

Since 2022, Texas has worked to raise awareness of the dangers of fentanyl poisoning. October is Fentanyl Awareness Month—because #OnePillKills.
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It’s National Principals Month, and we couldn’t not celebrate the incredible administrative duos leading our campuses! Their dedication and leadership shine through in all they do—from supporting students and staff to building a positive school culture every day. #GoldStandard

If you were selected to attend Area Greenhand Camp, get ready for an exciting day of leadership and learning in Abilene tomorrow! The bus leaves HJH at 5:30 a.m. and returns around 5:00 p.m. Questions? Contact your child’s ag teacher.

Cats Ignite Kicks Off Homecoming Week Tonight!
Henrietta fans, it’s time to fire up your school spirit! Join us tonight for Cats Ignite at 7:30 p.m. at Bearcat Stadium, immediately following the junior high volleyball games. This exciting event marks the official start of Homecoming Week celebrations for Henrietta ISD.
To help with traffic and accessibility, please note that the HISD Administration Building parking lot will be blocked off for handicapped and all-sports paid parking, just like during Friday night football games. A parking map is available showing all the open areas for general parking this evening.
So grab your friends and family, wear your black and gold, and come ready to cheer! Let’s light up Bearcat Stadium and kick off Homecoming Week with pride, tradition, and community spirit.
Henrietta fans, it’s time to fire up your school spirit! Join us tonight for Cats Ignite at 7:30 p.m. at Bearcat Stadium, immediately following the junior high volleyball games. This exciting event marks the official start of Homecoming Week celebrations for Henrietta ISD.
To help with traffic and accessibility, please note that the HISD Administration Building parking lot will be blocked off for handicapped and all-sports paid parking, just like during Friday night football games. A parking map is available showing all the open areas for general parking this evening.
So grab your friends and family, wear your black and gold, and come ready to cheer! Let’s light up Bearcat Stadium and kick off Homecoming Week with pride, tradition, and community spirit.
Happy National Instructional Coaches Day!
Though it’s a newer role, instructional coaches have become essential—mentoring teachers, modeling best practices, and helping improve learning for all students. Thank you for all you do for our teachers and kids! #GoldStandard
Though it’s a newer role, instructional coaches have become essential—mentoring teachers, modeling best practices, and helping improve learning for all students. Thank you for all you do for our teachers and kids! #GoldStandard

Congrats to the young women selected to represent HHS in the 2025 Homecoming Court! One senior will be crowned queen at the coronation ceremony on Friday at 6:30 p.m., just before the 7:00 kickoff. #GoldStandard


Hey Bearcat fans! If you’re planning to attend the Homecoming Pep Rally on THURSDAY, don’t forget—you’ll need a badge to enter.
Fill out the form below to request your badge before the pep rally kicks off!
#GoldStandard
https://forms.gle/AfxThM2TUYZKJoA36
Fill out the form below to request your badge before the pep rally kicks off!
#GoldStandard
https://forms.gle/AfxThM2TUYZKJoA36

Henrietta ISD will be closed Monday, Oct. 13.
Enjoy your long weekend, Bearcats! We’ll see everyone back in class on Tuesday, ready to learn! #GoldStandard
Enjoy your long weekend, Bearcats! We’ll see everyone back in class on Tuesday, ready to learn! #GoldStandard

No School for Students
Friday, Oct. 10
Parent Conferences Day
Schedule with your child’s teacher(s) today!
Enjoy your long weekend!
#GoldStandard
Friday, Oct. 10
Parent Conferences Day
Schedule with your child’s teacher(s) today!
Enjoy your long weekend!
#GoldStandard

Early Release
HISD will dismiss at 12 PM
Thursday, Oct. 9
(PLC Day for staff)
#GoldStandard
HISD will dismiss at 12 PM
Thursday, Oct. 9
(PLC Day for staff)
#GoldStandard

Happy National Coaches Day! HISD is proud to recognize our incredible coaches—athletic and academic. Thank you for your knowledge, dedication, and care for our students every day. #GoldStandard

HISD Parents & Community - Check out the Henrietta Hometown Parent Newsletter to preview what is coming up in October.
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Also, please login into your Skyward account to completed this very important form that is new from the Senate Bill 12 requirement. We need your approval to be able to give health-related care and counseling now. See the message in the newsletter and click the link that will take you directly to the Skyward login. Please help our HISD staff with filling out the form today so they do not have to reach out to each person individually. It will help save time for our staff.
Click here to complete the form: https://skyward.iscorp.com/HenriettaISDTXStuSTS/
To complete this process, please log into your Skyward Family Access account and submit your child’s SB 12 consent form.
Thanks!
Jaime Clark
HISD Superintendent
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Also, please login into your Skyward account to completed this very important form that is new from the Senate Bill 12 requirement. We need your approval to be able to give health-related care and counseling now. See the message in the newsletter and click the link that will take you directly to the Skyward login. Please help our HISD staff with filling out the form today so they do not have to reach out to each person individually. It will help save time for our staff.
Click here to complete the form: https://skyward.iscorp.com/HenriettaISDTXStuSTS/
To complete this process, please log into your Skyward Family Access account and submit your child’s SB 12 consent form.
Thanks!
Jaime Clark
HISD Superintendent



Happy World Teachers' Day!
At HISD, we’re proud to have some of the best educators in the world—changing lives, inspiring futures, and shaping tomorrow every single day.
Thinking about making a difference? Become a teacher. #GoldStandard
At HISD, we’re proud to have some of the best educators in the world—changing lives, inspiring futures, and shaping tomorrow every single day.
Thinking about making a difference? Become a teacher. #GoldStandard

Bearcat Spirit is heating up! Join us for Cats Ignite as part of our Homecoming festivities!
October 6 | 7:30 PM | Bearcat Stadium
If weather becomes an issue, we’ll post updates here.
Let’s light up the night, Bearcats! #GoldStandard
October 6 | 7:30 PM | Bearcat Stadium
If weather becomes an issue, we’ll post updates here.
Let’s light up the night, Bearcats! #GoldStandard
Bearcat fans, let’s get fired up! The Cats have a bye this week, but Homecoming is next week—packed with ways to show your spirit. Here are the dress-up themes—get creative and support the Cats!

Parents! Heads up - Texas’ Free College Application Week is taking place October 13-19, 2025!
During this special week, Texas students will be able to apply at no cost via the ApplyTexas
application system. Don’t miss out – get your application in by October 19!
No application fees. More opportunities. Learn more: https://www.highered.texas.gov/free-college-application-week/
No fees. More access. Greater opportunities. Apply for FREE using ApplyTexas.
#TXFreeApplicationWeek
#TXFreeCollegeApplicationWeek
#TXFreeCollegeAppWeek
During this special week, Texas students will be able to apply at no cost via the ApplyTexas
application system. Don’t miss out – get your application in by October 19!
No application fees. More opportunities. Learn more: https://www.highered.texas.gov/free-college-application-week/
No fees. More access. Greater opportunities. Apply for FREE using ApplyTexas.
#TXFreeApplicationWeek
#TXFreeCollegeApplicationWeek
#TXFreeCollegeAppWeek

🎉 Calling all future leaders! 🎉
Want to build leadership skills, represent your classmates, and make your voice heard? Become a HISD Bearcat Ambassador! After graduation, we had a few spots open up for new members!
✅ Open to students in Grades 6–12
✅ Learn leadership skills you’ll use for life
✅ Present to the student body on important topics
✅ Be the student voice for the new high school, at board meetings, and on district committees
✅ Help greet and be the welcoming face at HISD events
✅ Share ideas and connect with all HISD stakeholders
This is your chance to lead, grow, and make a difference in Henrietta ISD. 🌟
👉 Use this form to sign up today and represent what it means to be a Bearcat! https://forms.gle/wbBpHLZQApice3TE9
#BearcatPride #HISDBearcats #StudentLeaders #FutureReady
Want to build leadership skills, represent your classmates, and make your voice heard? Become a HISD Bearcat Ambassador! After graduation, we had a few spots open up for new members!
✅ Open to students in Grades 6–12
✅ Learn leadership skills you’ll use for life
✅ Present to the student body on important topics
✅ Be the student voice for the new high school, at board meetings, and on district committees
✅ Help greet and be the welcoming face at HISD events
✅ Share ideas and connect with all HISD stakeholders
This is your chance to lead, grow, and make a difference in Henrietta ISD. 🌟
👉 Use this form to sign up today and represent what it means to be a Bearcat! https://forms.gle/wbBpHLZQApice3TE9
#BearcatPride #HISDBearcats #StudentLeaders #FutureReady




HISD couldn't do what we do without our incredible custodians.
They may prefer to work behind the scenes, but their impact is front and center—seen in every clean hallway, every ready-to-learn classroom, and every well-prepared space.
We appreciate you every day. #GoldStandard
They may prefer to work behind the scenes, but their impact is front and center—seen in every clean hallway, every ready-to-learn classroom, and every well-prepared space.
We appreciate you every day. #GoldStandard

October is Fentanyl Awareness Month. Together, we can raise awareness and help save lives—because #OnePillKills.


