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Happy Thursday Families! Please remember that tomorrow if early release at 12:30pm. We hope that everyone enjoys the break, and we will see everyone on January 6th. If your student is missing any items, please have them check the lost and found... it is full again! It has been a wonderful semester and we look forward to the New Year!

Updates

Beginning January 2026, all HEB ISD bus riders should have and use a SMART Tag each time they ride.

While all students are expected to use their SMART Tag, this requirement will be actively enforced for secondary students (grades 7–12). Students who do not present a valid SMART Tag may be denied bus service, including for athletics, band, and CTE shuttles.

HEB ISD provides a free SMART Tag to every student. Replacement SMART Tags can be purchased at your student’s campus front office.

Thank you for helping us keep transportation safe, efficient, and accountable for all riders.

For questions, please contact HEB ISD Transportation at 817-399-2441.

Support for Families Experiencing Housing Instability

Support is available if your family has recently lost housing and is:

• Living doubled-up with friends or family, or

• Staying in a hotel/motel, shelter, or car

HEBISD Family Support Services is here to help and can connect you with local resources.

Students experiencing homelessness as defined by the McKinney-Vento Act may be eligible for school-related support, including the opportunity to remain at their current campus for the rest of the school year.

Contact Us:

📞  (817) 399-2921 (English)

📞  (817) 399-2920 (Spanish)

Visit the HEB ISD Family Support Services Website for additional information at https://www.hebisd.edu/community/family-support-services 

The 2024-2025 School Report Card has been added to the Helpful Resources Page and is linked here. 

Celebrating a Great Week!

It has been a great week at Harwood. 

Cross Country

District Meet – Season Finale (7th & 8th Grade Girls)
The 7th and 8th grade girls cross country teams closed the season at the district meet with strong performances marked by growth, grit, and consistency.

7th Grade

• Makiah Shields: 1st place in every meet this season; District Champion.

• London Mosby: 5th place finish.

• Aphrodite Condra: Personal record and ribbon in her first A Team meet.

8th Grade

• Lydia Torrez: 2nd place finish while competing through injury.

• Yamam Osman: 7th place overall.

• Karli Flores-Cotto, Eva-Lee Mancilla, Abrianna Yusuf: Competed in their first A Team race.

Season defined by steady improvement, resilience, and teamwork.

Soccer

Albion vs. Hurst (Pennington)
Albion competed with eleven players and no substitutes after five players were sidelined for violations of team contracts. The decision reinforced accountability and team standards.

• Result: Loss, 4–0.

• Team response: High effort, discipline, and resilience throughout the match.

• Coach A emphasized learning, growth, and rebuilding trust.

Player of the Match: Conner H.

Blackhawks vs. Central JH

• Result: Win, 1–0.

• Goal: Nevin D.

• Performance: Disciplined, team-oriented play with full adherence to the game plan.

Player of the Match: Nevin D.

Player Promotion

• Nevin D promoted to Albion based on consistent effort, practice habits, and game performance. Recognized for energy, intensity, and work ethic.

7th Grade Boys Basketball

Vs. Haltom MS

• B Team: Win, 40–10.

  • Defensive dominance: Haltom held under five points per quarter.

  • Players of the Game:

    • Anthony Gray: 4 blocks, 3 rebounds.

    • Sia H.: 8 steals, 6 rebounds.

    • Jack Pruitt: +30 plus/minus, 4 assists, 6 rebounds.

• A Team: Win, 59–24.

  • Team stats: +13 turnover margin, +21 rebounding advantage, 42% from three, 10 assists.

  • Players of the Game:

    • Loya: 16 points, 4 three-pointers.

    • Anthony Donaldson: Double-double (points, steals).

    • Jordan Baxter: Double-double (points, rebounds).

Bobby Bragan Youth Scholarship

Congratulations to Sophie Alam and Eva-Lee Mancilla, Harwood finalists advancing to the Bobby Bragan Youth Foundation Scholarship competition.

Girls Basketball

7th Grade Girls Basketball

Tournament – North Richland MS

• Wins over Haltom, Smithfield, and Richland.

• Semifinal: Tauaana Duffy hit a game-winning three with 10 seconds remaining.

• Championship: Win over Richland, 27–8.

• Leading scorers: Tauaana Duffy, Aadishree Shakya, Julianna Ramirez.

• Outstanding players: Khylie Washington, Kristen Carlson, London Mosby.

Vs. Haltom MS

• B Team: Win, 12–5.

  • Leading scorers: Julianna Ramirez, Tauaana Duffy, Blair Candelaria.

  • Outstanding: Adriana Roberts, Sophia Lampa, Madyson Pruitt.

• A Team: Win, 28–24.

  • Leading scorers: Makiah Shields, Aria Wallace, Zoe Fuentes, Winona Sika.

  • Outstanding: Paula Betancourt, Josephine Sullins, Julia Sweeney.

8th Grade Girls Basketball

Tournament Championship

• Defeated Richland, 34–4.

  • Leading scorers: Aj’ah Bendy (10), Jaylyn Worsham (7), Sophia Brooks (6).

  • Outstanding: Deliya Torrengano, Meggan Todorov, Phinea Diaz.

• Defeated Bedford, 36–18.

  • Leading scorers: Arielle Gutierrez (12), Brooklyn Sharp (6), Jessica Segreti (6).

  • Outstanding: Yaman Osman, Mia Hernandez.

Vs. Haltom MS

• B Team: Win, 39–12.

  • Leading scorers: Arielle Gutierrez (15), Jaylyn Worsham (8), Sophia Brooks and Yaman Osman (4 each).

  • Outstanding: Deliya Torrengano, Jessica Segreti, Aj’ah Bendy, Brooklyn Sharp.

• A Team: Win, 36–22.

  • Leading scorers: Aryana Taylor (14), Lauren Skjeret (9), Ruby Loya (9).

  • Outstanding: Aaliyah Donaldson, Annalise Jackson, Eva Mancilla.

Coach Shaw recognized the team’s growth, effort, and collective execution.

Boys Basketball

7th Grade Boys Basketball

Euless JH Tournament

• Third-place finish.

• Win over Watauga, 38–6.

• Competitive showing vs. North Ridge.

• Players of the Weekend:

  • Braydon Howard: 33 points.

  • Liam Robertson: 19 rebounds.

  • Jack Pruitt: High-effort, all-around contributions.

8th Grade Boys Basketball

B Team Tournament

• Second-place finish.

• Wins over North Ridge; loss to Euless in championship.

• Strong effort and visible growth.

Vs. Haltom MS

• B Team: Win, 61–24.

  • Pierre Bondele: 17 points, 13 rebounds.

• A Team: Win, 64–20.

  • Coen Martin: 18 points, 12 rebounds.

  • Early runs, dominant defense, strong rebounding, and unselfish ball movement.

Tournament Results

• 8th Grade Girls Basketball: Tournament Champions

Your team overpowered Richland 34–4 with scoring led by Aj'ah Bendy (10), Jaylyn Worsham (7), and Sophia Brooks (6). Standout performances came from Deliya Torrengano, Meggan Todorov, and Phinea Diaz.

Against Bedford, you controlled the game 36–18. Leading scorers were Arielle Gutierrez (12), Brooklyn Sharp (6), and Jessica Segreti (6). Outstanding contributors were Yaman Osman and Mia Hernandez.

Coach Shaw notes the collective progress and the total-team execution. 

• 7th Grade Boys Basketball: B Team Third Place

The team opened with a 38–6 win over Watauga, marked by defensive pressure and unified effort. They followed with a competitive matchup against North Ridge to close the tournament.

Players of the Weekend:

• Braydon Howard – 33 points

• Liam Robertson – 19 rebounds

• Jack Pruitt – sustained, high-effort play

• 8th Grade Boys Basketball: B Team Runner-Up
  A first-round win over North Ridge showcased energy, team cohesion, and disciplined defense. The group advanced to the championship, finishing second after a contested game versus Euless.
  Evidence of growth and competitive resilience throughout the weekend.

• 7th Grade Girls Basketball: Tournament Champions
  Wins over Haltom, Smithfield, and Richland defined the run. Smithfield nearly halted progress until Tauaana Duffy hit a decisive three with ten seconds remaining. The title game ended 27–8 over Richland.
  Top scorers: Tauaana Duffy, Aadishree Shakya, Julianna Ramirez
  Additional standouts: Khylie Washington, Kristen Carlson, London Mosby

Next Week

Clubs in Action

• Yearbook Club – Mondays, 8:00 AM (H103)

• Creative Writing Club - Mondays, 3:45-4:45 pm (H118)

• Art Club – Mondays after school until 5:00 pm (Art Room)

• Book Club – 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 3:40–4:15 pm (H119)

• Dance Club – Wednesdays, 3:45 PM - 4:30 PM 

• Student Council – 2nd Wednesday of the Month, 8:00 am (H103)

• Thespian Club – Thursdays, 7:30–8:10 am (G102)

• NJHS – 1st Thursdays, 8:00 am (H103)

• Chess Club-  Thursdays, 3:40 - 4:45 (C100) 

• HJH Dance Club- Wednesdays, 3:45-4:30

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Ongoing Reminders

• Replacement IDs $3, Lanyards $1.00
  
  

• Students may not leave campus in the mornings.
  
  

• Drop-off/pick-up: Please pull all the way to the gym; front entrance reserved for buses.
  
  

• Wednesdays = College Day / Thursdays = Spirit Day.
  
  

• Volunteer Fridays: Volunteers must be cleared through the district VIPS. 

• Support our teachers by preparing classroom materials (copies, sorting, etc.).

• 👉 Sign up here
  
  

🙌 Thank you for your support and partnership in making this year a success!

– Dr. Ramirez