Parents,

Now that we have approached the mid-point of the school year, it is a great time to reflect on the importance of strong attendance during the 2nd semester. Of course, we know that sickness, emergencies, and other parent-excused events may arise, resulting in absences or check-ins/outs. Please keep in mind that the state deems chronic absenteeism status when students have 18 or more absences in a school year. We know that students with strong attendance see significant gains in proficiency and social and emotional health. So, let's continue to have high expectations for our students' attendance and work together to make this next semester the best yet!

Last, our students have done a fabulous job showing #TheTigerWay! Hopefully, our students were able to enjoy and make fun memories at our Gaga Ball Tourney and GrinchFest events. We will have more events second semester to celebrate student growth, effort, and character. Thank you for entrusting your child to us. We do not take that calling lightly and commit to love and support them during their time at HIS!

Praying you and your family have a Blessed Christmas with your loved ones and enjoy a Happy New Year! We will welcome students back on January 6th, 2026.

#TheresNoPlaceLikeHIS

~Mrs. Sheats

As temperatures drop, please label your child’s jackets and hoodies. Our Lost & Found is great at collecting coats—but not at guessing who they belong to!

Special Called Board Meeting- Jan 5th at 7am

Work Session/Board Meeting- Jan 20th at 6pm at Board of Education

ALL EXCUSES MAY BE EMAILED TO

HIS.Attendance@hartselletigers.org

Regular attendance is essential for student success. Chronic absenteeism is defined by the State Department of Education as 18 or more absences in a school year, regardless of reason. That is equivalent to missing 2 days of school each month.

Early check-out from school interferes with learning. Please arrange appointments outside of school hours whenever possible. All students’ absences shall be designated unexcused until a written excuse is provided to the Registrar/Secretary. Eight parental excuses will be available to use with parents’ discretion (Effective this school year). Excused absences will be permitted for the following reasons: illness, legal requirements, emergencies approved by the principal, and special circumstances with prior approval by the principal. Home visits with the school's SRO may be deemed necessary if unexcused absences hinder a student's learning.

We strive to partner with parents to make school attendance a positive experience each day!

Excused Absence (8 Parent Notes/year)

Illness/Doctor, Hospitalization, Parent Note, Religious, Death of Family Member, Court Subpoena

Unexcused Absences

5 Unexcused Absences- Early Warning Court 7 Unexcused Absences- Truancy Court

Absences that involve family trips

We realize that families have times when they must go out of town for various reasons, causing students to miss school. Per Hartselle City School board policy, students/parents must provide an excuse for days that they are absent and seek prior acknowledgment by the school principal for long-term trips. Again, parents have five parent notes each semester that can be applied for these types of absences. Once those absences are used, any absences not requiring a doctor's note will be unexcused and possibly warrant Early Warning Court.

Please email his.attendance@hartselletigers.org or earon.sheats@hartselletigers.org for attendance communication.

Thank you for your help.

~Sheats

Everyone Loves a Good Carline

When everyone is on board with the carline procedures, the HIS carline truly is a good carline experience. Below are the written directions with photos and a drone view video for your viewing pleasure.

-We have two afternoon pickup lanes based on student last name.

-You enter both pickup lanes last names A-K (closer to Peck Funeral Home) & last names L-Z (closer to bridge) at the SOUTH end of the stadium(off of Sparkman). See at the aerial pictures/drone footage to see the process for lining up. Due to less space, the A-K line has an overflow line to pull the traffic off of Sparkman(it is by the treeline.)

-When you reach the area around the stadium's main entrance, please be sure to display your STUDENT CAR SIGN. This will be sent home at schedule pickup. This helps our teachers expedite the process and get students in a position for safe pickup.

-Once your line moves up to the student waiting area, be sure to pull up to where your student will be waiting. There will be numbered tiger paws that students will report to and stand on until you come to a stop. For the safety of our staff and students, please drive slowly in this area and be aware of all protocols.

-A-K line exits out WEST only by the traffic light.

-L-Z line exits out NORTH towards the front of the school.

No process is perfect; however, we strive to be at our best every day and serve our students and families excellently! As always, safety is our priority and if you can help us with cordiality with the merging process (specifically A-K side), that will expedite the process. Again, as adults, we want to model #TheTigerWay for our students and children while on campus.

Thank you for your help with this!

~Sheats

Drone Video 1

HIS Carline Drone Video2.mov

Drone Video 2

HIS Carline Drone Video.mov

HIS Parent/Guardian Orientation Slides

25-26 HIS Parent Orientation.mp4

The file is large so the mp4 may take a minute to upload. Feel free to download for faster viewing.

For Audio/Video if above won't play: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1l3BmI7RlBYRCbA-DYmMujZ1vMysfanQB/view?usp=sharing

If you prefer to view the Slides with no audio: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1QrANF9s9aTLtDFfT1T13YDHvd_F0Rrgu1iYYYPYDHE4/edit?usp=sharing

HIS Parent/Student Handbook

All students will receive a hard copy at the start of the school year.

25-26 Parent & Student Handbook.docx

Special Shoutouts to our growing number of Project Partnerships! Their contributions are faithfully stewarded towards this year's areas of focus. You can read more about those areas below.

If you or your business are interested in partnering with Hartselle Intermediate School towards our designated initiatives, please reach out to tara.mobbs@hartselletigers.org. We know that our community is a vital part to our student's success!

We appreciate your support!

HIS Business Partners Letter 24-25

If you are interested in your child participating in our extended day program, please email tara.mobbs@hartselletigers.org.

There is currently a waiting list, so if you are interested, please contact us.

Partner/Community Rewards Programs with Kroger and Publix

Publix PartnersThrough Publix Partners, all purchases at Publix will help earn money for your school. Find your school or get involved.

2. Link your Card to an organization.

Selecting the organization that you wish to support is as simple as updating the Kroger Community Rewards selection on your digital account.

1. Sign in to your digital account.

2. Search for your organization here.

3. Enter the name or NPO number of the organization you wish to support.

4. Select the appropriate organization from the list and click “Save”.

Your selected organization will also display in the Kroger Community Rewards section of your account.

Curriculum Guides for Grades 5 & 6

5th Grade Curriculum Pacing Guide: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Ta9pSnnyqcO0ef0_lg7VVDlh2SemEJfCX8LybA0hx1A/edit?usp=sharing

6th Grade Curriculum Pacing Guide: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Fz0gbtx42y_LhmzPQzrdG713eanBvQjBsd6NnXV7m2c/edit?usp=sharing

Peer Helper's Counseling Topics/Resources

Counselors will begin their classroom lessons in September. Should you have any questions, please reach out to our counselors!

5th grade- Anna.Stanley@hartselletigers.org

6th grade students- Whitney.Wakefield@hartselletigers.org

K-6 P.A.T.H. Peer Helpers Scope and Sequence.pdf

PowerSchool Access

Please be sure to stay up to date with your child's progress through PowerSchool app. Should you need help with this process, please reach out to one of our counselors. They will be glad to assist and send home any necessary papers.

5th grade-Anna.Stanley@hartselletigers.org

6th grade students- Whitney.Wakefield@hartselletigers.org

The complete HCS Student Code of Conduct is available on the HCS website(see link provided).

If you would prefer a physical copy please contact our office: 256-773-6094

Hartselle Intermediate School

Principal: Earon Sheats

Address: 130 Petain Street SW

Hartselle, AL 35640

School Office: 256-773-6094

Email: earon.sheats@hartselletigers.org

Please continue to check our website and social media accounts for more up-to-date information.Facebook- Hartselle Intermediate SchoolTwitter- @his56tigersInstagram- hartselle_intermediateWebsite: Hartselletigers.org

Hartselle City Schools Public Notices of Non-Discrimination

Hartselle City Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, or disability in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

(Las escuelas de la Ciudad de Hartselle no discriminan por motivos de raza, color, religión, origen nacional, sexo, edad o incapacidad. Ofrecen acceso a programas, actividades, y brindan igualdad de acceso a los Boy Scouts y otros grupos designados para los jovenes. Las siguientes personas han sido asignadas para contestar preguntas sobre las pólizas en contra de la discriminación.)

Katie Black - 504 Coordinator -

Elisa Harris - Title IX and Title II Coordinator

305 College Street, NE 35640

256.773.5419

katie.black@hartselletigers.org

elisa.harris@hartselletigers.org