District Announcement: Hawkins County students will be bringing homework packets for future virtual days, if needed. In the event our school or school system is closed due to inclement weather for longer periods of time, the information in this packet may be used during a virtual instruction period. Please hold on to this packet and save for such a purpose. Thank you for your cooperation and support. Please remember to monitor the HCS App and the HCS website for updates regarding weather-related school-system operational changes.
District Announcement:
❄️ WEATHER ALERT & COMMUNICATION UPDATE
As we enter the winter weather season, we want to ensure you know exactly how and when we will communicate schedule changes!
📢 How We Announce Changes: For all schedule changes, delays, or closings, we will ALWAYS send updates via:
📱 Text Message
💻 District Website
📲 App LiveFeed
📞 When to Expect a Phone Call: To respect your time, we will ONLY send an automated voice call for:
*Time-sensitive changes made after 8:00 PM for the next day.
*Day of changes such as the morning of a change or an unexpected early dismissal.
Please make sure your contact information is up to date in Skyward and you have the HCS app downloaded so you don't miss any important updates! Stay safe and warm, Hawkins County! #HCSignite #WeatherUpdate
❄️ WEATHER ALERT & COMMUNICATION UPDATE
As we enter the winter weather season, we want to ensure you know exactly how and when we will communicate schedule changes!
📢 How We Announce Changes: For all schedule changes, delays, or closings, we will ALWAYS send updates via:
📱 Text Message
💻 District Website
📲 App LiveFeed
📞 When to Expect a Phone Call: To respect your time, we will ONLY send an automated voice call for:
*Time-sensitive changes made after 8:00 PM for the next day.
*Day of changes such as the morning of a change or an unexpected early dismissal.
Please make sure your contact information is up to date in Skyward and you have the HCS app downloaded so you don't miss any important updates! Stay safe and warm, Hawkins County! #HCSignite #WeatherUpdate
Ahoy, mateys! Let's celebrate our fantastic food service workers! They are the hearties of the galley, working day in and day out to make sure our students have the finest grub to fuel their minds and bodies for the voyage of learning. Thank you for all you do! #HCS #FoodServiceAppreciation #AhoyMatey
Hawkins County School District is thrilled to announce and celebrate our incredible Employees of the Year! These dedicated professionals consistently go above and beyond, making a profound impact on the lives of our students and the entire school community. Their commitment, hard work, and passion are truly inspiring. Join us in congratulating this outstanding group for this well-deserved recognition! We are so fortunate to have you leading the way in Hawkins County. #HCSignite
Check out this movie poster quiz and determine how good you and your kids are at finding the fake!
https://www.commonsense.org/two-truths-and-ai?lid=4u3swozvq9si
The speed of digital media is changing fast! Artificial Intelligence can now create incredibly realistic videos and audio (known as "deepfakes"). This makes teaching our children to think critically about everything they see and hear online more important than ever.
For amazing, trusted resources to help guide these conversations with your child, check out the free guides and articles available from Common Sense Media.
Let's partner to raise digitally savvy and safe students!
#HCSignite #DigitalLiteracy #ParentPartnership
https://www.commonsense.org/two-truths-and-ai?lid=4u3swozvq9si
The speed of digital media is changing fast! Artificial Intelligence can now create incredibly realistic videos and audio (known as "deepfakes"). This makes teaching our children to think critically about everything they see and hear online more important than ever.
For amazing, trusted resources to help guide these conversations with your child, check out the free guides and articles available from Common Sense Media.
Let's partner to raise digitally savvy and safe students!
#HCSignite #DigitalLiteracy #ParentPartnership
Wow! Time flies! We've already completed half of the school year with 90 days! Congratulations to students who have missed fewer than 4 days – that’s less than 5% of the school year! You're setting yourself up for success! Positive attendance builds strong academic foundations, boosts confidence, and develops valuable habits that will benefit you throughout life.
Today we're giving a huge shout-out to our very own superintendent, Matt Hixson! He's a true superhero for our schools, leading with dedication and a clear vision for our students' futures. We're so grateful for his incredible leadership! #HCS #SuperheroSuperintendent
HCS Delay Alert: Due to freezing temps and precipitation overnight, Hawkins County Schools will operate on a two hour delay, Tuesday, November 11, 2025. The weather will be evaluated early Tuesday to determine if further changes are required. Please watch for any additional updates.
What is the difference in truancy and chronically absent?
Chronically absent counts all absences: excused, unexcused, and suspensions and has a high negative impact on school success. Students who miss more than 10% of the school year are considered chronically absent.
Truancy is unexcused absences only. Families who continue to be truant will be required to attend a meeting with school officials and possibly a court appearance.
Chronically absent counts all absences: excused, unexcused, and suspensions and has a high negative impact on school success. Students who miss more than 10% of the school year are considered chronically absent.
Truancy is unexcused absences only. Families who continue to be truant will be required to attend a meeting with school officials and possibly a court appearance.
What is the difference in truancy and chronically absent?
Chronically absent counts all absences: excused, unexcused, and suspensions and has a high negative impact on school success. Students who miss more than 10% of the school year are considered chronically absent.
Truancy is unexcused absences only. Families who continue to be truant will be required to attend a meeting with school officials and possibly a court appearance.
Chronically absent counts all absences: excused, unexcused, and suspensions and has a high negative impact on school success. Students who miss more than 10% of the school year are considered chronically absent.
Truancy is unexcused absences only. Families who continue to be truant will be required to attend a meeting with school officials and possibly a court appearance.
Hawkins County Schools November Events
November 4: No School
November 11: School is in session
November 13: Progress Reports
November 26-28: No School
November 4: No School
November 11: School is in session
November 13: Progress Reports
November 26-28: No School
November 4: No School
November 11: School is in session
November 13: Progress Reports
November 26-28: No School
We Are Here For You: Free Meals for Every Student
We understand that providing consistent, nutritious food for your family can sometimes be a challenge. At Hawkins County Schools, we want to help carry that burden. Our Child Nutrition team is dedicated to supporting your student's academic success by ensuring they never have to learn on an empty stomach.
We understand that providing consistent, nutritious food for your family can sometimes be a challenge. At Hawkins County Schools, we want to help carry that burden. Our Child Nutrition team is dedicated to supporting your student's academic success by ensuring they never have to learn on an empty stomach.
Second Harvest Food Distribution Tuesday, October 28. Cherokee High School in the football field parking log from 10:00am to 10:45am. Volunteer High School in the football field parking lot (enter on Volunteer Blvd.) from 1pm to 2pm. No preregistration necessary.
Parents, please be advised that we are dealing with a phone system outage affecting some Hawkins County Schools and our Central Office. This issue is affecting others in our region as well. Please utilize email if you need to reach school personnel during this time.
Today we're giving a huge thank you to our amazing custodians! Like firefighters, they are always on the job, working behind the scenes to keep our schools safe, clean, and ready for learning. We truly appreciate all you do for our students and staff! #HCS #CustodianAppreciation
💉 Protect Yourself and Our Community! Get Your FREE Flu Shot! 💉
The Tennessee Department of Health is offering FREE flu shots at multiple locations in Hawkins County on Tuesday, October 21, 2025. No appointment is necessary—just show up!
Rogersville Area Locations:
Rogersville Health Department: 201 Park Blvd, Rogersville, TN (8:00 AM – 6:00 PM)
Hawkins County Courthouse: 100 East Main St, Rogersville, TN (9:00 AM – 12:00 PM ONLY)
Church Hill Area Location (8:00 AM – 6:00 PM):
Church Hill Health Department: 247 Silver Lake Rd, Church Hill, TN
Help us keep our community healthy this season! Spread the word!
#FightFlu25 #HawkinsCountyHealth
The Tennessee Department of Health is offering FREE flu shots at multiple locations in Hawkins County on Tuesday, October 21, 2025. No appointment is necessary—just show up!
Rogersville Area Locations:
Rogersville Health Department: 201 Park Blvd, Rogersville, TN (8:00 AM – 6:00 PM)
Hawkins County Courthouse: 100 East Main St, Rogersville, TN (9:00 AM – 12:00 PM ONLY)
Church Hill Area Location (8:00 AM – 6:00 PM):
Church Hill Health Department: 247 Silver Lake Rd, Church Hill, TN
Help us keep our community healthy this season! Spread the word!
#FightFlu25 #HawkinsCountyHealth
As we begin the 2nd nine weeks, with only 44 days completed if your child has missed more than 4 days of school they are on track to become chronically absent. If you're unsure about your child's attendance, please consult our school nurse or counselor. They can provide guidance and support to ensure your child's success in school.
Tired of wondering if your child's excuse note made it to school? 🤔
We're excited to introduce a new digital attendance form you can access right from our school website or mobile app!
This new option helps ensure your excuse note gets to the right person right away. Watch the quick video linked below to see how easy it is to use on the app.
Remember, this is an optional new method—you can still send in a paper note to the office!
Video: https://youtube.com/shorts/bkfAkRBsWiE?si=W5kAO3RkRERAZwW2
We're excited to introduce a new digital attendance form you can access right from our school website or mobile app!
This new option helps ensure your excuse note gets to the right person right away. Watch the quick video linked below to see how easy it is to use on the app.
Remember, this is an optional new method—you can still send in a paper note to the office!
Video: https://youtube.com/shorts/bkfAkRBsWiE?si=W5kAO3RkRERAZwW2
Generative AI and Magic School
Exciting News from Hawkins County School District! We are continuing our journey into integrating Magic School and Generative AI into our classrooms!
This innovative technology will personalize learning experiences for each student, making education more engaging and effective. Imagine lessons tailored to your child's unique learning style!
We believe this is a game-changer for our students' futures! Have questions or want to learn more? Contact your child’s school and speak with the Instructional Technology Leader (ITL). #MagicSchool #GenerativeAI
