District News:
💙 Surgoinsville Elementary School appreciates Nurse Rebecca! 💙
Nurse Rebecca supports our families, teachers, and students each and every day. She goes above and beyond to take care of details, make connections, and ensure things run smoothly for everyone. Even in the most stressful situations, she remains calm and handles each situation with professionalism and care.
She is truly loved by our SES families, faculty, and students, and we are so thankful to have her as part of our school family.
— Principal Mary Ann Davis
District Announcement: Due to the Winter Storm Warning and predicted heavy snowfall, Hawkins County Schools will be CLOSED tomorrow, Friday, January 30.
Hawkins County Schools will operate on a 2-hour delay on Thursday, January 29, 2026. Buses will operate on clear roads only. Bus route information can be found at this link: www.hck12.net/o/hcsd/page/buses
Hawkins County Schools will close tomorrow, Tuesday, January 27, due to road conditions and freezing temperatures.
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.
This announcement is for 4th grade students only for the next 4H meeting on January 26th.
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
Congratulations to the following employees:
- Marissa Christian, Support Staff of the Year
- Rebecca Parrish, Substitute of the Year (no photo available)
- Pat Manis, Bus Driver of the Year (no photo available)
We appreciate your dedication and the impact you make every day.
- Marissa Christian, Support Staff of the Year
- Rebecca Parrish, Substitute of the Year (no photo available)
- Pat Manis, Bus Driver of the Year (no photo available)
We appreciate your dedication and the impact you make every day.
We are proud to announce that Mrs. Nikki McCurry has been selected as our Teacher of the Year! Her dedication, passion, and commitment to students shines through in everything she does. Congratulations, Mrs. McCurry-- your hard work truly makes a difference.
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
Christmas Lunch - Thursday, December 11 - 3rd grade @ 12:00 4th grade @ 11:15
Surgoinsville Parents,
The school system has been advised that Surgoinsville Police Department officers will issue tickets for illegal passing because of after school traffic. Passing cars have created safety concerns for oncoming traffic. You can assist by doing the following:
Please do not arrive at school prior to the end of school or until the campuses are open for cars to line up.
Please do not pass stopped traffic on the roadway in front of the schools.
Sincerely,
School Administration
The school system has been advised that Surgoinsville Police Department officers will issue tickets for illegal passing because of after school traffic. Passing cars have created safety concerns for oncoming traffic. You can assist by doing the following:
Please do not arrive at school prior to the end of school or until the campuses are open for cars to line up.
Please do not pass stopped traffic on the roadway in front of the schools.
Sincerely,
School Administration
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.
VETERANS DAY - TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 11th
Honoring the brave men and women who served with courage, sacrifice, and dedication.
YOU ARE INVITED TO ATTEND OUR VETERANS DAY PERFORMANCE ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 11 @ 9:00 A.M.
STUDENTS WEAR RED, WHITE, AND BLUE FOR PERFORMANCE.
Honoring the brave men and women who served with courage, sacrifice, and dedication.
YOU ARE INVITED TO ATTEND OUR VETERANS DAY PERFORMANCE ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 11 @ 9:00 A.M.
STUDENTS WEAR RED, WHITE, AND BLUE FOR PERFORMANCE.
💛 Shout-Out to Our Amazing Kindergarten Team! 💛
A huge thank you to Surgoinsville Elementary Kindergarten teachers Nikki Miller, Alli Bridgeman, Jennifer Cassell, and Rhonda Hill for the incredible work they’re doing with our 59 kindergarten students!
This team has built such strong relationships with their students and families, creating a real connection between home and school. They have faced challenges but continue to stay positive, and give their all every single day.
Their dedication and teamwork are making a real difference and it shows in the growth and smiles of their students!
We are so proud of you and grateful for everything you do for our kids! 💕
A huge thank you to Surgoinsville Elementary Kindergarten teachers Nikki Miller, Alli Bridgeman, Jennifer Cassell, and Rhonda Hill for the incredible work they’re doing with our 59 kindergarten students!
This team has built such strong relationships with their students and families, creating a real connection between home and school. They have faced challenges but continue to stay positive, and give their all every single day.
Their dedication and teamwork are making a real difference and it shows in the growth and smiles of their students!
We are so proud of you and grateful for everything you do for our kids! 💕
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.
