Haywood County Schools

HCS Asks For Employee Suggestions

admin — Wed, 15 May 2013 17:53:05 +0000

DATE: May 3, 2013

TO: All Haywood County School Employees

FROM: Anne Garrett

SUBJECT: Employee Suggestions

The Haywood County Board of Education recognizes that school system employees are its most valuable resource in the continuous improvement of all facets of school operation. Therefore, all employees are invited and encouraged to offer ideas and suggestions on improving school operations. All suggestions will be considered and can be communicated at round table meetings, faculty meetings, principal/group a-like meetings or department meetings. In addition, employees can email me at anne@haywood.k12.nc.us or call 456-2400.

If the suggestion is implemented for Haywood County Schools the employee will be recognized at a Board of Education meeting.

Thank you for your consideration.

School Board News – May 13, 2013

admin — Wed, 15 May 2013 11:53:27 +0000

On Monday, May 13, 2013, the Haywood County School Board met during regular session at the Education Center in Clyde. For more information, please visit the School Board News.

Free Sports Physicals Provided by MedWest Sports Medicine

admin — Mon, 06 May 2013 17:57:40 +0000

School Board News – April 15, 2013

admin — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 13:44:13 +0000

On Monday, April 15, 2013, the Haywood County School Board met during regular session at the Education Center in Clyde. For more information, please visit the School Board News.

Spring Kindergarten Registration for 2013

admin — Wed, 10 Apr 2013 13:46:10 +0000

Registration meetings will be held at each elementary school. Find out what Kindergarten is all about, meet teachers, and register your child for Kindergarten. Registration packets will be available on these dates.

Haywood County Schools Will Offer Four Pre-Kindergarten Classes for 2013-14

admin — Tue, 09 Apr 2013 17:34:17 +0000

Haywood County Schools will offer four Pre-Kindergarten classes designed to serve four-year-old children for the 2013-2014 school year. This program will provide educational experiences for children prior to entry into kindergarten. These experiences will enhance the development of skills important for school readiness.

PreK Centers are located at the following schools:

Central Elementary School
Hazelwood Elementary School
Jonathan Valley Elementary School
Meadowbrook Elementary School

Parents are welcome to request a particular PreK Center; however, the request does not guarantee a child’s placement at that center.

To be considered for PreK placement, a child will be screened for school readiness using a developmental assessment. The assessment is a series of activities which create a picture of your child’s language, cognitive and motor development based on age. A parent may supply additional information which will be helpful in considering placement of your child. To determine if a child is eligible for the Pre-K program for school year 2013-14, a child must complete the Pre-K screening process.

Children will be ranked according to a points-system and those with the greatest need will be selected.

Interested parents/guardians are invited to contact 456-2400, ext. 2109 to register a child for screening.

Basic eligibility requirements are:

1) A child must be four years old on or before August 31, 2013.

2) If your child is selected, he/she must meet the initial entry requirements of public school: certified birth certificate, immunization record, and physical.

3) A commitment must be made by parents/guardians to take an active role in their child’s education through a partnership with the school.

4) Parents must comply with the Pre-K attendance policy.

5) Parents must comply with the Parental Agreement signed by all parents.

6) The parent is responsible for the child’s transportation to and from class.

7) A Pre-K child is not eligible to attend the “latch-key” program at any school site.

Parents who have registered a child for a screening will be notified as to the days, times, and locations of the screening.

School Closing Alert for 3/27 – Two Hour Delay, No buses on icy roads

admin — Wed, 27 Mar 2013 08:21:55 +0000

On Wednesday, March 27, 2013, Haywood County Schools will operate on a Two Hour Delay schedule due to inclement weather. No buses on icy roads.

School Closing Alert for 3/26 – Closed

admin — Tue, 26 Mar 2013 08:25:20 +0000

On Tuesday, March 26, 2013, Haywood County Schools will be Closed due to inclement weather. For 11 and 12 month employees, this is an Optional Workday. For students and 10 month employees, this is a No day. This day will be made up at the end of the school year.

UPDATE: School Closing Alert for 3/25 – Closed

admin — Mon, 25 Mar 2013 11:22:55 +0000

On Monday, March 25, 2013, Haywood County Schools will be Closed due to inclement weather. For 11 and 12 month employees, this is an Optional Workday. For students and 10 month employees, this is a No day. This day will be made up at the end of the school year.

School Closing Alert for 3/25 – Three Hour Delay, No buses on icy roads

admin — Mon, 25 Mar 2013 08:38:43 +0000

On Monday, March 25, 2013, Haywood County Schools will operate on a Three Hour Delay schedule due to inclement weather. No buses on icy roads.