Hillsboro High School

District Teacher and Support Staff of the Year Recipients We are thrilled to recognize two exceptional members of our Junior High team for their outstanding contributions and dedication to our students and school district. Congratulations to Becky Solomon, who has been named Teacher of the Year! Mrs. Solomon's passion for kids, commitment to the district, and teaching practices make her a true leader in the classroom. Her positive energy and relentless pursuit of excellence inspire both her coworkers and her students each day. Congratulations to Cullie Wilkins, who has been honored as our Support Staff Member of the Year! Mr. Wilkins has served the district for over 30 years and will be retiring this summer. His dependability, can-do attitude, and kind spirit make a daily difference in the lives of both students and staff. Please join us in celebrating these incredible individuals for all they do!

Another opportunity if you need assistance completing your Annual Online Registration (AOR), we will have staff available at the Primary building this Saturday, April 26 from 9 AM to 3 PM. Please make sure to bring your proof of residency, which has to be within 30 days. **electric bill is preferred** We are here to help! 💙 AOR is due May 2

Teacher Appreciation Week is May 5-9. 🍎 We would love to show our teachers some love! Please take a minute to send one or many shoutouts to any teachers in the district. 💙 They will receive their shoutouts during Teacher Appreciation Week. The form will close on May 2. 🙂 https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfwzHaArXK0mI6qbQ3EvQ-8HkMILIPlF89yyTzAo7XGu6n4WA/viewform?usp=sharing

HHS Sprint Spring Apparel - Store Closes May 14 #HawkPrideSwag 💙 #HawkStrong 💪 https://bsnteamsports.com/shop/eUJYKtsLDq?utm_source=flyer&utm_medium=pdf&utm_campaign=store_shop&utm_content=store_link&fbclid=IwY2xjawJ0iCBleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBicmlkETExTVBFVWw0TEVobU1WekZTAR6MXPWOgZIL-1TYFTwje26IpimLcos4Ow_53-dPYTvdZn-_A2pCYjXekEazDQ_aem_quOFj9c7fhwm1Ig-8gjgkQ

🌾🎥 Exciting morning at Bridle Ridge Acres! Today we welcomed KMOV reporter Avery Martinez to our district farm for a special news feature on our Agriculture program. Mr. Martinez spent 90 minutes interviewing Mrs. Jacaty and several of our amazing FFA students before enjoying a guided tour of the farm. We couldn’t be more proud of the way our students and Mrs. Jacaty represented our district. Their passion for agriculture and the impact Bridle Ridge Acres has had on their lives truly shined through. This farm has been a game changer — not only for our students, but for our entire community. 📺 Be sure to catch the story on KMOV next Thursday, April 17th, at either 4:30 or 6:00 p.m. You’ll also be able to watch it on the KMOV website.

Congrats to our March Students of the Month and Level Up recipients! 💚

📣 We're Hiring! Join our team as a Paraprofessional and make a difference every day! 🌟 💼 Position Title: Paraprofessional 💲 Pay Range: $16.25–$20.45/hr (based on education and experience) 🎓 Requirements: Minimum of 60+ college credit hours ✅ Full Benefits Package: Includes health, vision, dental, and life insurance If you're passionate about supporting students and creating a positive impact in the classroom, we want to hear from you! 📩 Apply today and be part of something meaningful. https://www.applitrack.com/hsdr3/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Support+Staff

🚌 NOW HIRING: SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS 🚌 Make a difference every day – drive the future! 📍 Position: Bus Driver 💲 Salary: $18.50–$27.25/hr (based on experience & education) ⏰ Hours: AM & PM routes + assigned trips as needed 🩺 Benefits: Full package including Health, Life, Dental, Vision & PTO, Retirement ✅ Safe driving record required ✅ CDL preferred – training available! ✅ Great for retirees, parents, or anyone who loves helping kids succeed! Join our team and help students get to school safely and on time. Apply today and steer your career in the right direction! https://www.applitrack.com/hsdr3/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Transportation+Department

Congratulations to Michele Scallet, our March Staff of the Month! 🩷 The word this month was Dependable. "Michele is always willing to drop everything to help us out. She does a great job of running the counseling office, triaging kids' needs, and helping all of us WHILE Smiling! She is the BEST and we can always depend on her to be there anytime we need her!"

Family Science Night- April 10, 2025 Join the High School Science Department for an evening of family fun with Physics! At this event you will decorate and build a kite, make a rubber band car, and more! The cost to attend is $5. You get to take home what you make! The event will take place from 3:00 -7:00 PM. You may arrive at any time. Stations will be set up for you to make various projects. The event will take place in room 224 in the High School. There will be signs directing you to this classroom. Please RSVP by Tuesday, April 8th. If you have any questions reach out to Aimee Fydyuk at fydyuk_aimee@hsdr3.org.

Peyton Chrismer WON HER BRACKET and is moving on to the next phase! 😁 Voting for the next round opens today at 12PM and ends at 4PM Sunday, March 30. Please vote for her again so she can make it to the FINAL ROUND. https://www.capearts.org/ooh-art If you are unaware, we have a student that is currently participating in an art contest that will allow her artwork to be displayed on a billboard in Cape Girardeau. The contest is through SEMO. The link to the voting brackets is below. When you reach the page, scroll down past the info and bracket to the voting area. Pictured is her artwork, called "Untitled."

Our HiStep program visited the 4th graders this week to teach a lesson about acceptance. These peer educators did a great job! 💙

Sophomore's Class Ring Ceremony is April 3rd at 6:45am in the High School Theater! 💍 Please arrive 5-10 minutes early, the ceremony will begin promptly at 6:45am.

Last Chance - Yearbook Parental Display of Affection - Due on or before April 1 - Please fill ou the google form https://forms.gle/cP3mYZvLN1c2jemn8 Upload or email your photos - gillespie_stephanie@hsdr3.org Pay by dropping off a check made out to HHS Yearbook Staff to the main office at the HS Buy your yearbook using the address below: shop.yearbookmarket.com/hillsboroseniorhigh

We have a student that is participating in an art contest that will allow her artwork to be displayed on a billboard in Cape Girardeau! The contest is through SEMO. If you could, please vote for Peyton Chrismer. The link to the voting brackets is below. When you reach the page, scroll down past the info and bracket to the voting area. Pictured is her artwork, called "Untitled." https://www.capearts.org/ooh-art

The High School Drama department is presenting a new show, Red Curtain Rivalry, this weekend! 🎭 Because there are two different casts, there will be six showings from Thursday-Sunday. Box office opens one hour before curtain time. Tickets will be $10 for adults and $5 for students. 🎟️ Showtimes: -Thursday 7pm (W cast) -Friday 7pm (Essence cast) -Saturday 1pm (Essence cast) -Saturday 6pm (W cast) -Sunday 1pm (W cast) -Sunday 6pm (Essence cast)

Graduation is May 20, 2025, 7:00 pm. ( Seniors should be there by 6:00 p.m.) at Jefferson College. Practice is May 20, at 9 a.m. at Jefferson College.(seniors should expect to be there at least 2 hours) 5 tickets will be given to the seniors at end of practice. A possibility for one more ticket will be discussed in an email sent out by Office Manager, Mrs. Christy Schacht. (It’s all based on how many seniors decide not to walk, freeing up seating.) Seniors were asked to download the BAND app at the beginning of the year so they can stay in touch even after 1st semester graduation , since school emails are deleted. That can still be done. 😄 [Band Invite] Mrs. Moore invited you to the 'Seniors 2025' Band. Accept the invite and join the group! https://band.us/n/a6a5A4tecfnaS

We hope this message finds you well! As we move into the final stretch of the school year, we want to take a moment to share an important update regarding our school calendar. The last day of school for students will be Thursday, May 29th. We appreciate all the hard work, dedication, and support from our students, staff, and families throughout the year, and we’re excited to finish strong! For those interested in summer school, sessions will run from June 3rd through June 27th. More details will be shared soon.

Good evening, We want to provide an update regarding the situation. The source of the leak has been located, and crews are actively working to correct the issue. At this time, we plan to HAVE school tomorrow - Wednesday, March 12. However, we want to be transparent that, despite the our best efforts, unforeseen challenges can arise. Our team will be up early in the morning checking water pressure to ensure that restroom facilities are fully operational. If conditions change, we will notify you as soon as possible. If you do not receive a call in the morning indicating otherwise, please plan for school as scheduled. Please bring bottled water. The city will be under a boil order. We sincerely appreciate your patience and understanding as we work through this issue. Sincerely, Dr. Jon Isaacson Superintendent

Congrats to our February Students of the Month and Level Up recipients! 💕