HCS Introduces 10-Year Proposed Capital Plan
Huntsville City Schools is introducing a proposed 10-year capital plan to positively impact the future of education across Huntsville. This plan is an investment in the success of our students, teachers, and staff members by outlining our vision for the maintenance, enhancement, and expansion of school facilities.
The key goals of the capital plan include supporting teaching and learning, optimizing facilities and infrastructure, and reimagining Magnet programs.
While the plan is guided by the above three key goals, HCS leaders will be hosting a series of community meetings where they will discuss specific plans for each feeder pattern. District leaders invite students, families, employees, and community members to attend these meetings to learn more and provide feedback on the capital plan.
To view the proposed plan, visit huntsvillecityschools.org/capital where we also invite you to share your thoughts and provide feedback.
2024 Summer School Information
Huntsville City Schools is pleased to announce a unique opportunity for students to earn credits during the month of June.
Credit Enhancement registration, which includes Career Prep, Driver's Education, and Health, will close May 10, 2024. Please note that while the driver's education registration is now full, families may send an email to request to be added to the wait list.
Credit Recovery registration will be done onsite at Huntsville High School Freshman Academy on May 28-30, 2024.
DAC Application Window Extended Through April 12
Huntsville City Schools and the United States Department of Justice are seeking applications from students and parents/guardians to serve on the 2024-25 Desegregation Advisory Committee (DAC). The DAC consists of 10 parents/guardians and 6 high school students, one from each high school. Students serve a one-year term.
The DAC serves as an important role in the desegregation case and in the community. Huntsville City Schools is working with the United States Department of Justice to implement a Consent Order in its school desegregation case. The Consent Order establishes a pathway for Huntsville City Schools to provide equitable educational opportunities to all of its students, regardless of race, and to eventually reach "Unitary Status". Implementation of this Consent Order touches on almost every aspect of Huntsville City Schools. The DAC provides feedback to the Superintendent about Huntsville City Schools' implementation of the Consent Order by collecting community comments and other information pertaining to Consent Order implementation. The DAC also informs the Court of Huntsville City Schools' progress by completing a report for the Court. In addition, the DAC annually presents its findings to the Huntsville City Schools Board of Education.
The 2024-25 DAC application window has been extended through April 12, 2024. If you are interested in serving as a member of the 2024-25 DAC, we welcome your DAC application!
Returning Student Registration
All parents/guardians who have not completed their student's returning student registration for the 2024-2025 school year may do so by visiting the Enrollment page on the HCS website and selecting "Returning Student Registration." You will need to provide 2 current documents for Proof of Residency.
Emails are being sent out daily to parents who submit a Returning Student Registration that is not complete. Please contact your student's school for the snapcode. Snapcodes can also be found on the Parent Portal app. You may also contact Tiffany.Shoulders@hsv-k12.org for all enrollment or registration questions or concerns.
Artemis Virtual Academy Applications are Open
Artemis Virtual Academy Applications are still open! While our early application window has closed, you still may submit an application for admission to Artemis. Please visit our Artemis Virtual Academy web page where you can find the application, as well as an informational video and a FAQ presentation for more details about Artemis.
For families who completed applications during the early application window, please be on the lookout in your emails for further communication.
Pre-K Applications Now Open
HCS' Pre-K Application for the 2024-2025 school year are now open. To qualify, children must be 4 years old on or before September 1, 2024.
Late M2M Application Window Open Through July 15
The late Majority-to-Minority Application for the 2024-25 school year will be open through July 15, 2024. If you have a student going from Elementary to Middle School or from Middle to High School, you will need to reapply. View informational video: 2024-25 M2M Transfers.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Tiffany Shoulders or call the office of Strategy and Innovation at 256-428-6854 or 256-924-1517.
Blossomwood Elementary Educator named District 8 Elementary Teacher of the Year
Congratulations to Blossomwood Elementary's Shannon Williamson for being named the District 8 Elementary Teacher of the Year by the Alabama State Board of Education!
Ms. Williamson, who was named the HCS Elementary Teacher of the Year in January, now advances to become a finalist for the 2024-2025 Alabama Teacher of the Year!
DAC Public Meeting Schedule
The Desegregation Advisory Committee (DAC) has hosted a series of public meetings across the district. The meetings were designed to keep the community informed about the DAC and the implementation of the Consent Order, as well as provide an open forum for community members to ask questions and provide feedback regarding their experiences with the implementation of the Consent Order to the DAC members. One remaining meeting will be held in-person at the following location and be streamed to the HCS Facebook Page.
DAC Meeting Schedule
- April 15: Final District Meeting at Lee High Lecture Hall (Rescheduled from April 8)
The meeting will begin at 6 PM.
Special Education Department's Parent Training Sessions Resume April 24
The HCS Special Education Department is hosting a series of Parent Training Sessions. These sessions aim to empower parents with valuable insights, tools, and resources to better understand and address the unique needs of students with disabilities to foster a collaborative and supportive community.
Session dates and topics are as follows:
- April 24: Gifted Education in Alabama
- May 14: Unlocking Potential: Parent Training on Extended School Year (ESY) Services
- Aug. 28: Navigating Special Education: Understanding Eligibility Criteria in Alabama's Administrative Code
Huntsville High Theatre Presents Sweeney Todd, the Demon Barber of Fleet Street: School Edition through April 13
Huntsville High Theatre presents the award-winning Stephen Sondheim musical Sweeney Todd, the Demon Barber of Fleet Street: School Edition. Performances are in the Huntsville High Auditorium on April 6, 7, and 13th at 2pm and April 5, 6, 11, 12, and 13th at 7pm. Tickets are available at hhtheatre.com or at the door. Recommended for ages 13 and over.
Purple Up Day is April 17
Join us in wearing purple to show support for all of our military families for the strength and sacrifices they have made.
Purple represents the joint service operations and is a combination of Army Green, Air Force Blue, Coast Guard Blue, Marine Red, and Navy Blue; it is the appropriate color to represent military children from all branches.
Spring 2024 Virtual Job Fair on April 25
Please join us for our Spring 2024 Virtual Job Fair on Thursday, April 25th, 2024 from 4:00-6:00 pm. This job fair will feature Certified and Classified positions.
Registration opens on April 11th, 2024. Sign up for a time to speak directly with a recruiter! For questions, please email us at talent.management@hsv-k12.org.
Mae Jemison High School Theatre Presents Roald Dahl's Willy Wonka Jr. May 3-4
Mae Jemison Theatre presents Willy Wonka Jr., Roald Dahl’s timeless story about the world-famous candy man and his quest to find an heir. Don’t miss this golden ticket opportunity to visit Willy Wonka’s chocolate factory on May 3rd and 4th at 7PM in the Dr. Mae Jemison Theatre!
Get your tickets at https://www.showtix4u.com/event-details/82199.
HCS to Host Graduation Ceremonies May 23-24 at VBC Arena
HCS will celebrate the Class of 2024 on May 23-24 at the Von Braun Center Arena (VBC) located at 700 Monroe Street.
May 23
- 1 pm: Jemison
- 3 pm: Columbia
- 5:30 pm: Grissom
May 24
- 1 pm: New Century
- 3 pm: Lee
- 5:30 pm: Huntsville
How to Watch
- ETV (OTA channel 25.5, Comcast channel 17, WOW channel 3)
- HCS Facebook page
- Online at huntsvillecityschools.org.
HCS is Now Hiring
View open positions and apply now by visiting huntsvillecityschools.org/jobs.
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