Scott E. Johnson Elementary

Dear Huntsville ISD Families, Over the past year, our District Design Committee has been working to determine the best plan to present to our Huntsville ISD Board of Trustees to address potential rezoning of our elementary school attendance boundaries. The primary focus is what is best for our students, and what would be the least disruptive to our families. The committee’s work has been the culmination of an effort that began with conversations regarding boundary adjustments before the 2021 bond election, as at that point Huntsville Elementary School was already overcrowded. We have since utilized four portable classrooms to accommodate staff and students there. Additionally, the overwhelming success of our bond demonstrated that our community believes our children will be more successful with a new Pre-K to Fifth Grade alignment, so we are moving Pre-K and 5th grade to the elementary campuses. This exacerbates an already overcrowded situation, forcing us to modify boundary lines to even out the population amongst our four elementary schools. The District Design Committee conducted two workshops with our Board of Trustees over the last two months, and also presented their findings at the regularly scheduled Board of Trustees Meeting in November. We want to reshare this information in the accompanying video @ https://youtu.be/_Vkp394IvZo to help make our community aware of the main areas that are under consideration. A few things to keep in mind as you view the zoning maps: The maps show potential changes that are still under consideration. We are studying the number of students that live in these areas that would be affected. This is a notification that resident elementary students in these areas might change school zones. Depending on available space, there is a chance that even if your student is rezoned, there may be an opportunity for your student to finish out their elementary years at their current school. The main areas under consideration are: (1) The area on the map along the I-45 corridor and Hwy 75 N between the Huntsville Elementary School and Samuel W. Houston Elementary zones, which is currently zoned for Huntsville Elementary, could possibly be rezoned to Samuel W. Houston Elementary to relieve overcrowding at Huntsville Elementary School. (2) The area on the map in the northeast Riverside and Wood Farm Road area that is currently zoned to Huntsville Elementary School could possibly be rezoned to Scott Johnson Elementary to alleviate overcrowding at Huntsville Elementary. (3) The area indicated on the map at the far east end of the district, just south of Hwy 190 that is currently zoned to Estella Stewart Elementary, could possibly be rezoned to Scott Johnson Elementary. (4) The southwest area of the map on FM 1375 (behind the Texas Grand Ranch) that is currently zoned to Samuel W. Houston Elementary could possibly be rezoned to Estella Stewart Elementary. (5) The area in town roughly between Montgomery Rd. and Ave M and stretching northeast to Bearkat Blvd. and SH 19 that is currently zoned to Samuel W. Houston Elementary could potentially be rezoned to either Scott Johnson Elementary or Estella Stewart Elementary. We would like to reiterate that none of these changes are for certain and that we are resharing to keep you informed of potential changes. It is likely the Board of Trustees will approve any boundary adjustments in January 2024 to allow planning time for next school year. Please feel free to share any comments regarding these potential changes by emailing communications@huntsville-isd.org. NOTE: This Parent Notice was emailed to HISD families at 3:15 PM today, 12/20/2023 which also included a link to our video as well as a map with highlighted/circled areas for those wanting more details on the areas under consideration for potential change.

All Huntsville ISD Campuses & Facilities will be CLOSED for the WINTER BREAK from Thursday, December 21 through Wednesday, January 3 in observation of the Christmas & New Year's holidays. HISD Employees will return to work on Thursday, January 4th & HISD Students will return to school for the second semester on Monday, January 8. Parents, please be sure that you have made alternative arrangements for any childcare needed during the closure. On behalf of the HISD Board of Trustees, Superintendent Dr. Scott Sheppard & the HISD Administration, we wish everyone a very safe & happy winter holiday break.

SAVE THE DATE - EARLY RELEASE DAY ON WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 20: All Huntsville ISD campuses will have EARLY RELEASE @ 1:00 PM for students on Wednesday, December 20 for the winter holiday break. *HHS students will follow their final exam schedule. Afternoon Bus Routes will have earlier drop off times than normal. Parents should make alternative arrangements for any after school care, if needed.

Dear Parents/Guardians, Huntsville ISD will have an Early Release Day this Friday, December 1, 2023, with all campuses dismissing early at 2:30 PM.  This new early release time will hopefully allow our Hornet Nation football fans and families to attend the Hornet playoff game scheduled for that evening in Houston.  HISD Transportation will also run afternoon bus routes earlier than normal times.  Parents should make any arrangements necessary to accommodate this early dismissal time including arranging for after school care, if needed.  The Huntsville Hornet Varsity Football team won the Regional 3 Semifinal playoff game on Friday, November 24, 2023, against Richmond Randle to advance to the fourth round of the playoffs!  The Regional Quarterfinal Championship game between the Huntsville Hornets and the Port Neches-Groves Indians will be played this Friday, December 1, 2023, at 7:00 PM at the NRG Stadium in Houston, TX.  Huntsville ISD encourages all citizens to join us to pack the stands at NRG to cheer on our hometown Hornets!  The following preliminary game day information is being shared now with our Huntsville Hornet fans.  Additional details regarding stadium parking and entry, playoff shirt sales, as well as the online ticket purchasing will be shared on hornetnation.org and social media as it becomes available. TICKETS PRICES: All tickets are General Admission.  Pre-sale ticket prices are Students $7 (with code) and Adults $13 (with code). All tickets at the gate will be $16.  Children 2 and older will need a ticket.  FAN PARKING & STADIUM ENTRY: NRG Park is cashless.  There will be a $20 Parking fee per space.  The Hornets will be the VISITING team.

DISTRICT HOLIDAY REMINDER - Monday-Friday, November 20-24 ALL Huntsville ISD Campuses & Facilities will be CLOSED for the Thanksgiving break. We are counting our blessings for our wonderful Huntsville community. We wish you all a very HAPPY THANKSGIVING & safe holiday break!

HISD GT Referral Window OPEN through November 17, 2023: The HISD Gifted & Talented Program referral window is NOW OPEN for students in grades K-11. Kindergarten testing will begin in December and parents will receive notification of results by March 1, 2024. Testing for grades 1-11 will occur during the spring semester on each campus. Parents and principals will be notified of the results in June, and services for qualifying students will begin in the fall of the 2024-2025 school year. La ventana de referencia para el programa de Dotados y Talentosos está abierta para estudiantes de Huntsville ISD en los grados K-11. Las pruebas para estudiantes en kinder comenzarán en diciembre y los padres recibirán una notificación de los resultados antes del 1 de marzo de 2024. Las pruebas para los grados 1-11 se realizarán durante el semestre de primavera en cada escuela. Los padres y directores serán notificados de los resultados en junio y los servicios para los estudiantes que califiquen comenzarán en el otoño del año escolar 2024-2025. To refer a student please complete the referral form / Para recomendar a un estudiante, complete el formulario de recomendación usando este enlace @ https://www.huntsville-isd.org/.../gifted-talented-program.

Huntsville ISD will host a Special Programs Parent Information Night on Monday, November 6th from 5:00 - 6:30 pm. at the Huntsville High School Commons. This will be a Come and Go event! Please park in the back parking lot area and use the rear doors to the Commons. Come learn about our Bilingual, ESL, Dyslexia, 504 and Special Education programs in Huntsville ISD. Specific program information, child find information and resources for student supports will be shared. All parents and students of HISD and the surrounding community are welcome.

HUNTSVILLE ISD STADIUM RULES REMINDER: ALL children 6th grade and under must be accompanied by an adult to enter the stadium and should remain with them throughout the game. There should be no loitering by the concession stands, in the restrooms or in the aisles. We do not allow hanging on the rails and ask that everyone please be seated. Green chairback seats are for RESERVED ticket holders and are not for general admission. Please be respectful of others so that all fans can see and enjoy the game!

Come Join Us Tonight from 5 PM to 6:30 PM for Open House at Gibbs PreK & All 4 Elementary Campuses! We hope to see you there!!!

Calendar Reminder: All Campuses & Facilities will be CLOSED on Monday, October 9 in observance of the Columbus Day holiday. Parents, please be sure you have made alternative arrangements for childcare, if needed as there will be no school on Monday. Have a safe & happy holiday!

TONIGHT'S THE NIGHT!!! Come help us pack the stands for the new Huntsville ISD Stadium Dedication & Community Celebration!!! Thank you to the Huntsville Community for your overwhelming support making this new stadium possible! Everyone is welcomed! Entry will be from the West Side of the stadium, only from MLK Drive. Park & use the beautiful new walking bridge over to the stadium. Handicapped parking available behind the Administration Building off of FM 2821 E. Home Side Gates will open to the Public at 7:00 PM. The Dedication Program will take place at 7:15 PM. Fieldhouse Tours will begin at 7:45 PM for anyone interested. Please Come Help Us Celebrate!

Friday, October 6 is a scheduled STUDENT HOLIDAY for a Teacher/Staff Professional Development Day in Huntsville ISD. Parents, please be sure you have made alternative childcare arrangements, if needed.

You are Invited ~ Huntsville ISD Stadium Dedication & Community Celebration! Thank you Huntsville Community for your overwhelming support making this new stadium possible! Please join us on Monday, October 2, 2023 for the Stadium Dedication. Enter from the West Side of the Stadium using the MLK Drive entrance. Home Side Gates will open to the Public at 7:00 PM. The Dedication Program will take place at 7:15 PM. Fieldhouse Tours will begin at 7:45 PM for those interested. Come Help Us Celebrate!

DISTRICT HOLIDAY REMINDER: All Huntsville ISD campuses & facilities will be CLOSED on Monday, September 4, 2023, in observance of the Labor Day holiday. Parents, please be sure you have made alternative arrangements for any childcare needed as there will be NO school that day.

Calling all little dancers!!! The Grenadier Guard Drill Team's Little GG Dance Clinic is coming up! This clinic is intended for children aged 4 years old to 5th Grade. The clinic will be held in the HHS Paul Bohan Gym on Saturday, September 9 from 9 am to 12 noon. Family showoff will be at noon. The cost is $45 Pre-registration & $50 at the door the Day-of the Clinic. The fee will include a clinic T-Shirt, light snack, and a craft. The Lil GGs will learn Pregame & Stand Routines to prepare for their performance with the big Grenadier Guard on Game Night, Friday, September 15th at 7:30! Payments can be accepted by cash or Venmo @hhsgg4life. Please include “Lil GG Clinic” and your child’s first and last name if using Venmo. REGISTRATION FORM LINK @ https://form.jotform.com/232066005217142?fbclid=IwAR2VSVBnc2S8ylFtB53W0x25qprTwYagYeAXiYjU6Vd8OSQHYsICpFgmi2c For questions, please contact Jessica Noxon or Kelsey Townsell directly at: jnoxon@huntsville-isd.org or ktownsell@huntsville-isd.org.

Does your kiddo want to be a future HHS cheerleader? The HHS Cheer Program invites children in grades Kindergarten-6th to register to participate in our Little Stingers Clinic! Participants will spend the clinic learning cheerleading skills and a routine to perform at a varsity football game and at our UIL State Show-Off this year! Clinic Date: Saturday, September 16th Time: 9:00AM-11:30AM Showcase: 11:30AM-12:00PM Where: Paul Bohan Gym 515 FM 2821 E. Huntsville, TX 77320 All Registration forms and money must be turned in by Friday, September 8th to guarantee a T-shirt. Please see the attached form for all the details. REGISTRATION LINK @ https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSewohaq0UlPuNsice0-xElsMcAznEiec0D_kZ5aMgsoznTm9Q/viewform?usp=sf_link For questions, please contact Lauren Rudolph or Amy Langley directly at: larudolph@huntsville-isd.org or alangley@huntsville-isd.org

8/24/2023 @ 9 PM - HISD UPDATE: Dear Huntsville ISD Parents and Guardians: We wanted to provide you with additional information about the incident that took place today at Huntsville High School. Our top priority is the safety and well-being of our students and staff, and we appreciate your understanding and support throughout this situation. Earlier today, the Huntsville Police Department received information from a 24-hour suicide hotline about a bomb threat targeting Huntsville High School. We immediately activated our emergency protocols and began the campus evacuation process in coordination with law enforcement. We'd like to address some key points that have come to light since our initial communication: Immediate Response: The Huntsville Police Department and other law enforcement agencies swiftly informed campus administration about the threat, leading to the prompt initiation of evacuation procedures. Misinformation on Social Media: Unfortunately, some misinformation surfaced on social media during the evacuation. Fictitious posts claiming a shooting had occurred or due to hearing loud sounds caused some students to run, which is not in line with our safety protocols. Thorough Campus Sweep: Law enforcement completed a comprehensive search of the campus and confirmed that there was no actual bomb or firearm on the premises. The incident appears to have been triggered by a hoax and exacerbated by false statements and rumors on social media. Investigation: The Huntsville Police Department is actively investigating the source of the threat. If you have any information that could assist in this investigation, please report it to the appropriate authorities. Support for Students: We understand that this incident has been distressing for our students. To provide support, counselors will be available at the school to speak with students tomorrow morning. We want to ensure that our students have the opportunity to process their feelings and concerns. Continual Improvement: We are committed to collaborating closely with local law enforcement agencies to enhance our safety protocols and communication strategies. Our goal is to continuously improve our response plans for situations like this. We want to express our gratitude for your cooperation and understanding during this challenging time. Your trust in us is invaluable as we work together to maintain a safe and secure environment for our school community. We will keep you updated as any new information becomes available. Thank you for your ongoing support. Huntville ISD

At approximately 1:20 pm today, Huntsville High School Administration received notification from the Huntsville Police Department that there was a bomb threat made against the campus.  Following our safety protocols, the campus was Evacuated and all students and staff were transported by school bus to the Sam Houston State University Coliseum where a reunification site had been established.  Per law enforcement recommendation, Huntsville Elementary, Scott Johnson Elementary and the Hawkins Administration Building were put on SECURE status as a precaution.   Multiple law enforcement agencies responded to the high school and assisted with the security and sweeping of the building.  Once it was determined that there was no threat, the campus was given the All Clear to return to campus at approximately 4:15 pm.  All Huntsville High School and Mance Park Middle School after school activities and extracurriculars including ball games scheduled for the day were canceled. The safety of our students and staff will always be our top priority at ALL campuses.  We appreciate the quick implementation of campus safety protocols and actions by our staff, campus administrators and law enforcement throughout today’s event.

Huntsville ISD Parents who have set up an account in the new Skyward Family Access Center Portal can access their child's STAAR and/or TELPAS scores there. This link is to a video for directions on how to accessing the scores. https://youtu.be/ZDkMtBAnSao

We are looking forward to welcoming students to the 2023-2024 school year! The first day of school for HISD is Tuesday, August 15, 2023. For all things Back to School, visit our Headquarters page @ https://www.huntsville-isd.org/headquarters.