YOU ARE INVITED...

Please Join Us in Celebrating and Honoring Dr. Scott Sheppard, Superintendent of Schools for more than eight years of outstanding leadership, dedication, and service to Huntsville ISD.

We invite you to a Retirement Reception on Thursday, May 21, 2026. This Come & Go Reception will be from 4 PM to 7 PM in the Cafetorium at Mance Park Middle School, 1010 8th Street.

Throughout his time with Huntsville ISD, Dr. Sheppard has made a lasting impact on our schools and community through a steadfast commitment to student success, educational excellence, and meaningful relationships. His leadership has helped shape the future of our district while positively influencing the lives of countless students, staff members, families and citizens.

As he begins this exciting new chapter, we invite you to join us in expressing our gratitude, sharing lots of memories, and celebrating a remarkable career devoted to public education and service.

Everyone is welcome! We hope you can stop by for this special occasion. Light refreshments will be served. Please use the Cafeteria side entrance & parking lot by the gyms.

3 months ago, Huntsville ISD
Dr. Sheppard's Retirement Reception invitation
Up, up, and away! Our 2nd graders took on a paper airplane challenge and then got to put their designs to the test! Nothing beats hands-on learning!
3 months ago, Samuel Walker Houston Elementary Communications
Paper airplane  challenge
Paper airplane  challenge
Paper airplane  challenge
Paper airplane  challenge
Paper airplane  challenge
Our 4th graders have been diving deep into a novel study and took their learning to a whole new level, literally! Students used their imaginations to create worlds of their very own as part of the project.
3 months ago, Samuel Walker Houston Elementary Communications
4th grade projects
4th grade projects
4th grade projects
4th grade projects
4th grade projects
Last week, our campus came ALIVE for Cinco de Mayo! From the music to the vibrant outfits to the bold, beautiful colors! It was a day full of smiles. We love any chance to celebrate the traditions that make our community so wonderful!
3 months ago, Samuel Walker Houston Elementary Communications
Cinco de Mayo celebration
Cinco de Mayo celebration
Cinco de Mayo celebration
Cinco de Mayo celebration
Cinco de Mayo celebration
Exciting News!
3 months ago, Samuel Walker Houston Elementary Communications
Exciting News!
Exciting News!
2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th Grade Field Day Information
3 months ago, Samuel Walker Houston Elementary Communications
2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th Grade Field Day Information
2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th Grade Field Day Information
Pre-K, Kindergarten, 1st Grade Field Day Information
3 months ago, Samuel Walker Houston Elementary Communications
Pre-K, Kindergarten, 1st Grade Field Day Information
Pre-K, Kindergarten, 1st Grade Field Day Information

IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT FROM HISD TRANSPORTATION:

Bus Registration for this CURRENT 2025-2026 school year is closing! We will not accept any new bus registrations or route changes for CURRENT students after tomorrow, Friday, May 8th. The only registrations accepted after the cut-off will be for brand new students to the district. So if your child is a current student needing to ride, or a current registered bus rider needing to make changes, you will need to take care of this important matter before tomorrow's cut-off. If you have any questions, please contact us immediately.

Thank you!

3 months ago, Huntsville ISD
bus changes deadline graphic
2026-2027 Student Registration is NOW OPEN!

HISD Student registration is officially open for all NEW and RETURNING students!

Please note: Bus sign-up form will not open until June 1st, 2026.

You can access the HISD registration at huntsville-isd.org.

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¡Ya están abiertas las inscripciones para el ciclo escolar 2026-2027!

¡Las inscripciones para estudiantes del HISD están oficialmente abiertas para todos los estudiantes nuevos y antiguos!

Nota: El formulario de inscripción para el autobús escolar estará disponible a partir del 1 de junio de 2026.

Puedes acceder a las inscripción del HISD visitando huntsville-isd.org
3 months ago, Huntsville ISD
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HEAP 2026 - There’s still time to register!!!

Are you looking for a fun summer activity for your child? Look no further! Sign them up for the HEAP program— the Huntsville ISD/City of Huntsville Summer Recreation Program.

We offer a variety of exciting activities for children ages 6 to 13, including Arts and Crafts, Fun With Foods, Mad Science, Archery, and Team Sports.

There are 2 sessions available for registration: Session 1 runs from June 1st to June 11th, and Session 2 is from June 15th to June 25th.

The cost is $50.00 per session. Registration is currently open and can be completed at https://jrfballard2.wixsite.com/heap.

If you need further information, please contact Luther Joiner II at ldjoiner@huntsville-isd.org with any questions.

3 months ago, Huntsville ISD
HEAP 2026 Flyer
Our teachers are feeling the love today! A huge thank you to Chick-fil-A for dropping off some goodies for our amazing staff during Teacher Appreciation Week! Our teachers work so hard every single day, and it means the world when our community shows up for them like this. We are so grateful!
3 months ago, Samuel Walker Houston Elementary Communications
Chick-fil-a goodies
We are so grateful for A Time to Read and the incredible impact you've had on our 2nd graders this year! Watching these students grow has been such a joy, and you deserve a big share of the credit. Thank you for championing our kids and making reading a celebration!
3 months ago, Samuel Walker Houston Elementary Communications
A Time to Read Celebration
A Time to Read Celebration
May Events! Let's end the year strong!
3 months ago, Samuel Walker Houston Elementary Communications
May Events
May Events
Today is School Lunch Hero Day! School Lunch Hero Day celebrates the dedication of our child nutrition professionals.

They are the welcoming smiles that start the day, the heartbeat of our cafeteria, and the experts dedicated to ensuring every student is fueled, nurtured, and ready to learn!

Join us in honoring our Samuel Walker Houston Elementary child nutrition for its hard work and commitment!

#SchoolLunchHeroDay #BuidlingChampions #HornetProud
3 months ago, Huntsville ISD
SLHD
Join us as we celebrate Cinco De Mayo!
4 months ago, Samuel Walker Houston Elementary Communications
Join us as we celebrate Cinco De Mayo!
Join us as we celebrate Cinco De Mayo!
Sometimes you just need to move the learning out of the classroom! These 2nd graders were caught analyzing graphs right in our hallways, and we love to see it! Learning happens everywhere around here.
4 months ago, Samuel Walker Houston Elementary Communications
2nd grade graphs
2nd grade graphs
2nd grade graphs
2nd grade graphs
Come join our team! We are looking for K–2 teacher pool, 3–5 teacher pool, and bilingual teacher pool candidates for the upcoming school year. Apply today on the HISD Job Board: https://www.applitrack.com/huntsvilleisd/onlineapp/default.aspx?AppliTrackPostingSearch=location:%22Samuel+W.+Houston+Elementary%22
4 months ago, Samuel Walker Houston Elementary Communications
Job hiring post

SAVE THE DATES :

The HISD Spring Art Show is scheduled for April 23-April 30 with artwork on display in the Huntsville High School Library, 515 FM 2821 E.

A Reception will be held on Tuesday, April 28 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM to celebrate a wonderful year and honor our district's artists. Additionally, an Open House is also scheduled for Thursday, April 30 from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the conclusion of the show.

We sure hope you'll be able to come see all of the wonderful student artwork on display! See you there!

4 months ago, Huntsville ISD
HISD Spring Art Show April 23-30, 2026 flyer
A huge shoutout to the Sam Houston State University Women's Soccer team for helping us out in the drop-off line this morning! From smiles to high fives to hugs, our students were SO excited to see y'all, and our teachers truly appreciated the extra hands. You made it a great start to the day!
4 months ago, Samuel Walker Houston Elementary Communications
SHSU Women's Soccer Team helps in the drop-off line.
SHSU Women's Soccer Team helps in the drop-off line.
SHSU Women's Soccer Team helps in the drop-off line.
SHSU Women's Soccer Team helps in the drop-off line.
SHSU Women's Soccer Team helps in the drop-off line.
SHSU Women's Soccer Team helps in the drop-off line.

🏆 Save the Date! End of Year Awards! 🏆

Pre-registration forms will be heading home soon. Please return them by May 1st. We can't wait to celebrate our amazing students!

4 months ago, Samuel Walker Houston Elementary Communications
End of Year Award dates.