Progress Report

HUNTSVILLE, Alabama – (Jan. 9, 2025) – Huntsville City Schools (HCS) and district offices will be closed on Friday, Jan. 10, 2025, due to the onset of hazardous winter weather. This decision prioritizes the safety and well-being of our students, families, and staff members.

• Activities: All after-school programs, athletics, and extracurricular events previously scheduled for Friday evening or the weekend will be postponed to a later date.

• Access: HCS buildings and facilities will be closed on Friday and remain off limits throughout the weekend so HCS crews can ensure buildings and grounds are safe for operations.

• Attendance: Students and employees should not report to campuses unless otherwise directed by their supervisors.

• E-Learning: No e-learning sessions will take place.

Plans for Monday, Jan. 13

• While the district hopes to resume normal operations on Monday, Jan. 13, 2025, district leaders will assess conditions on Sunday, Jan. 12, 2025 and issue a decision by 5 p.m. on Sunday regarding school operations for Monday.

Ongoing Updates

HCS will share official news and weather updates through the following channels:

• Mass Notifications: Families will receive notifications via text messages and email.

• Website: Visit huntsvillecityschools.org/weather

• Social Media: Follow us on Facebook, X, and Instagram.

HCS leaders will continue to monitor weather conditions in coordination with local officials and notify families of any necessary changes as conditions evolve. HCS encourages families to stay weather-aware and follow these platforms for the latest information.

View the HCS Calendar for a complete listing of district-level dates and to learn more about each event.

• January 7-17: Magnet Application Audition Make-up Days
• January 9: Report Cards Go Home
• January 14: College Night - Mini College Fair & Break-out Sessions
• January 15: M2M Application Window Closes
• January 17: CTE 2025-26 Travel Program Application Window Closes
• January 20: Martin Luther King Jr. Day Observed (All Schools & Offices Closed)
• January 21: Special Education Parent Connections Session
• January 21: BOE Meeting
• January 23: Public DAC Meeting (Columbia High School)
• January 24: Magnet Application: Offers Sent Out
• February 4: BOE Work Session
• February 7: Special Education Parent Connections Session
• February 8: 2025 Curriculum Showcase
• February 10: Progress Reports Go Home
• February 14: Half Day for Students
• February 17: Presidents Day Observed (All Schools & Offices Closed)
• February 18: BOE Meeting
• February 21: Special Education Parent Connections Session

The HCS Career and Technical Education (CTE) application is open through January 17, 2025. The application is for current 9th-11th grade HCS students who wish to attend a CTE travel program during the 2025-2026 school year.

Students and families will need to log in with the student's HCS/Clever email accounts to be able to access the CTE Application. For any application-related questions, please reach out to the CTE Counselor for help.

Majority-to-Minority (M2M) applications are open until January 15, 2025 for the 2025-26 school year. Please be sure that you have your student's 10 digit student id (SID) number when filling out the application. Also, your student needs to be the majority at their home school. If you have a student going from elementary to middle school or from middle to high school, you will need to reapply.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Tiffany Shoulders in the office of Strategy and Innovation at 256-428-6854 or 256-924-1517.

If you have a student that is currently on a M2M in Elementary School and going to Middle/Junior High School for the 25-26 School year you will need to reapply.

If you have a student currently on a M2M in Middle/Junior High School and going into High School for the 25-26 School year you will need to reapply.

Upcoming Matchups:

Jan. 9: Huntsville vs. Grissom Basketball

• 6:00 pm Girls Varsity
• 7:30 pm Boys Varsity

Jan. 14: Jemison vs. Lee Basketball

• 6:00 pm Girls Varsity
• 7:30 pm Boys Varsity

Gameday Information and How to Watch

• On Air: Over-the-air channel 25.5, Comcast channel 17, WOW channel 3
• Roku: ETV Live by Huntsville City Schools
• Social Media: facebook.com/huntsvillecityschools
• Online: huntsvillecityschools.org
• Purchase Tickets: gofan.co

View upcoming CNP breakfast and lunch menus:

• January Menus

Superintendent Clarence Sutton and the Huntsville City Board of Education recognized the Huntsville High Men's SwIm Team as AHSAA State Champions.

The Alabama Humanities Alliance is proud to announce the recipients of the Jenice Riley Memorial Scholarship. This competitive award supports Alabama’s dedicated K-8 educators in developing innovative history- and civics-related projects that inspire and educate their students.

Students and parents of students in 9th-11th grades are invited to meet college admissions representatives to learn more about a variety of college opportunities.

Attend break-out sessions on college related topics including:

• Applying to College
• Paying for College
• Why GPA & ACT Matter - Including ACT Changes
• Athletic Recruitment/NCAA Eligibility
• Understanding Military Benefits

This event will take place in the Freshman Academy at Huntsville High School.

A Desegregation Advisory Committee (DAC) Public Meeting for the HCS District will be held January 23, 2024, and you're invited! This meeting will be held in-person at Columbia High School at 6:00pm as well as virtually via Facebook Live on the Huntsville City Schools Facebook page.

This meeting is designed to keep the community informed about the Desegregation Advisory Committee (DAC) and the implementation of the Consent Order, as well as provide an open forum for the community members to ask questions and provide feedback regarding their experiences with the implementation of the Consent Order to the DAC members. (per section 9 pgs. 83-85 of the Consent Order).

Remaining DAC Meeting Schedule

• Jan. 23: Public Meeting at Columbia High School
• Mar. 20: Public Meeting at the Academy for Academics and Arts (AAA)

All meetings will begin at 6 PM.

HCS Special Education Department is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment for all students. As part of our commitment and continuous efforts to enhance the educational experience for your child, we are excited to invite you to Parent Training Sessions.

Parent Training Sessions:

• January 21, 2025 (12:00 PM to 1:00 PM) - Parent Training for Adapted Physical Education (PE) in Huntsville City Schools

• February 7, 2025 (12:00 PM to 1:00 PM) - Supporting Families: Understanding Services through the Madison County 310 Board - A Parent Training Workshop

• February 21, 2025 (12:00 PM to 1:00 PM) - Supporting Student Well-Being: A Parent Training on Behavioral Health Counseling in the School Setting

• March 19, 2025 (12:00 PM to 1:00 PM) - Unlocking Potential: Parent Training on Extended School Year (ESY) Services

• April 2, 2025 (12:00 PM to 1:00 PM) - Preparing for the Future: A Parent Training on Transition and Post-Secondary Outcomes in Alabama

• April 30, 2025 (12:00 PM to 1:00 PM) - Empowering Parents: Understanding and Supporting School-Based Occupational Therapy (OT) & Physical Therapy (PT) for Sensory Wellness

Learn more and register for a session on the Parent Connections Newsletter.

After registering for a session, a link will be sent to your email address one day before the training.

The 2025 Curriculum Showcase will be held in the VBC East Hall for parents and students to experience all the career tech pathways that HCS has to offer.

Middle schools, high schools, HCS departments, colleges, and local businesses will also be in attendance. There will be breakout sessions for AP and honors, magnet, and dual enrollment.

There will also be stage performances from across the district and JROTC color guard will lead the curriculum parade!

Come find out all you need to know about the career pathways at HCS.

Huntsville City Schools is continuing to hire for open positions.

View open positions and apply now by visiting huntsvillecityschools.org/jobs.

First Student is now hiring bus drivers. Apply now at workatfirst.com.

Why join as a School Bus Driver? For many reasons:

• $21.75/HR Starting Wage
• No experience necessary! We train!
• No nights or weekends
• Child Ride Along Program
  
  

About the Position

• Join our team of professional drivers dedicated to getting students to and from school safely
• Drivers enjoy the support of our industry leading technology to guide them through their daily routes
• Prioritize vehicle maintenance by conducting pre and post trip vehicle inspections
• Provide support to students by assisting with boarding and exiting the bus

The mission of Huntsville City Schools is to provide a safe and supportive learning environment characterized by quality staff, rigorous academic instruction, innovative programs, outstanding extracurricular opportunities, and exceptional resources.

Connect with HCS

• Facebook - @huntsvillecityschools
• Twitter - @HSVk12
• Instagram - @huntsvillecityschools

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