Chaffee Elementary School

Summer School Credit Enhancement registration online will be available for all rising 10th, 11th, and 12th students. Learn more on the Summer School Information Page.

For more information about this summer literacy opportunity for current 2nd grade EL students (rising 3rd graders), or to register for the program, please visit the Federal Programs Department page.

Session Information

Choose a 1-week session:

• Session 1: June 3-6, 2024




• Session 2: June 10-13, 2024




• Session 3: June 24-27, 2024

All sessions are free, available to any rising 4th-6th grade HCS GATE student, and will be held at Chapman Elementary School.

Daily Schedule:

Monday-Thursday from 9AM-1PM Daily

• 9:00AM-10:30AM | Firia Labs Python Coding




• 10:30AM-11:00AM | Recess




• 11:00AM-11:30AM | Lunch




• 11:30AM-1:00PM | Challenges




• 1:00PM | Dismissal

Registration

Learn more and register online with the GATE Python Robotics/STEM Summer Enrichment Camp 2024 Registration Form.

Between preparing delicious food, adhering to strict nutrition standards, navigating student food allergies, and offering service with a smile, Huntsville City Schools nutrition professionals have a lot on their plate. To celebrate their hard work and commitment, Huntsville City Schools will celebrate School Lunch Hero Day on May 3. This day, celebrated annually since 2013, was designated by The School Nutrition Association and Jarrett Krosoczka, author of the “Lunch Lady” graphic novel series. School Lunch Hero Day provides an opportunity for parents, students, school staff and communities to thank those who provide healthy meals to nearly 30 million of America’s students each school day.

All across the school district, school nutrition professionals will be honored and recognized by students, school staff, parents, and the community. All Child Nutrition Program staff will celebrate by wearing their School Lunch Hero Day t-shirts.

“School nutrition employees must balance many roles and follow numerous federal, state and local regulations to ensure safe and healthy meals are available in schools. School Lunch Hero Day provides the opportunity for the community to thank these hardworking heroes for their dedication to fueling our students for success,” said Henry E. Ward, Child Nutrition Program Director

Federal nutrition standards ensure that school cafeterias always offer low-fat or fat-free milk, fruits, vegetables, whole grains and lean protein. School meals also meet limits on calories, sodium and unhealthy fats. The importance and nutritional value of school meals are well documented. For many children, school lunch is the most important and nutrient-rich meal of their day. At Huntsville City Schools, we serve over 23,400 students and execute an average of 24,200 meals each school day. We offer healthy options for breakfast, lunch, and after-school meals. Our program consists of three segments of USDA programs, and they include the National School Lunch program, the School Breakfast Program, the Child and Adult Care Food programs and the Summer Food Service Program.

Learn more on the School Lunch Hero Day website. To learn more about the school nutrition program for Huntsville City Schools visit the CNP page of the HCS website. https://www.huntsvillecityschools.org/page/child-nutrition-program.

The School Nutrition Association (SNA) is a national, non-profit professional organization representing 50,000 school nutrition professionals across the country. Founded in 1946, SNA and its members are dedicated to making healthy school meals and nutrition education available to all students. Learn more about today’s school meals on the School Nutrition Association website.

All 26 elementary school math teams will be represented at this district wide competition being held in the Lee High School Gymnasium. Awards ceremony will begin at 12:45PM.

Interested in hearing how your rising 11th or 12th grader can participate in a cost saving opportunity?

Join us for one of two virtual dual enrollment information sessions on Thursday, May 7th, at 10AM or 1PM. These 30 minute sessions will discuss the benefits of your student participating in dual enrollment, how your student can participate, eligibility requirements and much more!

Sign up today to join the 30-minute virtual sessions to discuss dual enrollment programs, eligibility requirements, and much more! The sign up will remain open until 8AM on May 7th. Learn more about the Dual Enrollment Program.

This HCS Board Meeting will be held in the AV room at Huntsville High School. More information about meetings, including how to sign up for citizen comments, may be found on the Board of Education page.

Citizen comments will begin at 5:30PM and will not be broadcast. The meeting and broadcast will then begin immediately after the conclusion of the citizen comments.

All HCS board meetings are able to be viewed using the Huntsville City Board of Education’s Educational TV service (ETV) on Wow channel 3, Comcast channel 17, on the district’s Facebook page, and here on the district website.

In partnership with Calhoun Community College, Huntsville City Schools will be engaging in an 'Adulting Day' where seniors from all six of our high schools will be learning topics such as changing a tire, banking basics, learning how to interact with a police officer, completing a job application, interviewing & resume prep, and more. Students will also tour the Decatur campus and learn about Calhoun's technology programs, short certificate opportunities, and career training opportunities.

This event will take place at Calhoun Community College in Decatur.

Due to the threat of severe weather, Huntsville City Schools (HCS) will implement a 2-hour delay on Thursday, May 9, 2024. This is a precautionary measure to promote the safety of students, families, and staff members.

Bus pick-up times, employee reporting times, and school start times will be pushed back two hours.

Elementary, Middle, and Junior High Schools

• Instruction will begin at 10 a.m.




• Doors open at 9 a.m. for student drop-off.



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High Schools

• Instruction will begin at 10:30 a.m.




• Doors open at 9:30 a.m. for student drop-off.



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  Staff members may report to work at 9:30 a.m.

  
  
  
  

Employees who have any questions about their reporting status should contact their direct supervisor.

HCS encourages stakeholders to remain weather aware, and district leaders will continue to monitor conditions and communicate any updates to stakeholders.

Connect with HCS on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and here on the district website for official district news and information.

Huntsville City Schools in partnership with Arts Huntsville and Fantasy Playhouse Children's Theatre and Academy will host the Rocket City Fine Arts Summit 2024.

• Grant opportunities




• Requests for proposals




• Artlook Alabama




• Partnerships




• Networking




• Advocacy

Meet Representatives From:

• Alabama Arts Alliance




• State Council on the Arts




• Alabama State Department of Education




• Huntsville City Music Office




• Arts Huntsville




• Huntsville City schools Fine Arts

RSVP to the Rocket City Fine Arts Summit 2024

Unlocking Potential: Parent Training on Extended School Year (ESY) Services

Calling all parents of students with disabilities! Join us for a comprehensive parent training workshop designed to shed light on the importance and intricacies of Extended School Year (ESY) services. This workshop aims to empower parents with the knowledge to navigate and advocate for the additional educational support that can make a significant impact on their child's learning journey.

Key Highlights:

1. Understanding Extended School Year (ESY): Get a thorough understanding of what Extended School Year services entail and how they differ from the regular school year, especially in catering to the needs of students with disabilities.




2. Eligibility Criteria: Learn about the criteria used to determine whether a student qualifies for ESY services and how parents can actively participate in the evaluation process.




3. Individualized Considerations: Explore the individualized factors that are taken into account when determining the need for ESY services, considering the unique needs of each student with disabilities.




4. Collaboration with IEP Team: Understand the collaborative role parents play in discussions with the Individualized Education Program (IEP) team to determine if ESY services are necessary for your child.




5. Goals and Objectives: Gain insights into how ESY services align with the goals and objectives outlined in a student's IEP, ensuring continuity and progress in their educational development.




6. Addressing Regression and Recoupment: Learn about the concepts of regression and recoupment and how they are considered when deciding on the necessity of ESY services to prevent significant skill loss.




7. Parent-Professional Collaboration: Explore strategies for fostering positive collaboration between parents and education professionals to ensure a holistic approach to a student's ESY services.

By participating in this workshop, parents will gain the knowledge and tools needed to actively engage in discussions about ESY services, fostering an environment where students with disabilities can thrive academically and continue to make progress even during extended breaks. Don't miss this opportunity to advocate for the best educational experience for your child!

Register online to join us!

This HCS Board Meeting will be held in the AV room at Huntsville High School. More information about meetings, including how to sign up for citizen comments, may be found on the Board of Education page.

Citizen comments will begin at 5:30PM and will not be broadcast. The meeting and broadcast will then begin immediately after the conclusion of the citizen comments.

All HCS board meetings are able to be viewed using the Huntsville City Board of Education’s Educational TV service (ETV) on Wow channel 3, Comcast channel 17, on the district’s Facebook page, and here on the district website.

Held in the Von Braun Center Arena

Thursday, May 23

• 1:00PM - Jemison High School




• 3:00PM - Columbia High School




• 5:30PM - Grissom High School

Friday, May 24

• 1:00PM - New Century Technology High School




• 3:00PM - Lee High School




• 5:30PM - Huntsville High School

All schools & offices closed.

All Huntsville City Schools offices and campuses will be open between 7:00AM and 5:00PM on Monday-Thursday, with the exceptions of Memorial Day (May 27), Juneteenth (June 19), and Independence Day (July 4).

All schools and offices will be closed on Fridays during this period.