Week 10/5-10/9
HCHS HOMECOMING FESTIVAL IS COMING!
We’re bringing the fun, the flavor, and the Tiger Pride together for an unforgettable night at Harris County High School!
📅 Friday, October 2nd
📍Harris County High School
⏰ 5:30–9:30 PM
🎟️ FREE ADMISSION!
Come out and enjoy:
🏰 Bounce Houses
🌮 Food Trucks
🛍️ Craft Vendors
🏈 Flag Football Tournament
🎬 Movie Under the Stars
🎉 And MORE!
We’re bringing the fun, the flavor, and the Tiger Pride together for an unforgettable night at Harris County High School!
📅 Friday, October 2nd
📍Harris County High School
⏰ 5:30–9:30 PM
🎟️ FREE ADMISSION!
Come out and enjoy:
🏰 Bounce Houses
🌮 Food Trucks
🛍️ Craft Vendors
🏈 Flag Football Tournament
🎬 Movie Under the Stars
🎉 And MORE!
HOCO Week 26
🖤💛 2ND PLACE! 💛🖤
Congratulations to our HCCMS Cheerleaders on an amazing 2nd Place finish at the Spread Joy Competition in LaGrange! We are so proud of you! 📣🏆
Congratulations to our HCCMS Cheerleaders on an amazing 2nd Place finish at the Spread Joy Competition in LaGrange! We are so proud of you! 📣🏆
Week 9/14
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HCCMS EVENT SAFETY PROTOCOL
✅ Clear bags will be required for all HCCMS events.
✅ Spectators entering the HCCMS gym will also be screened through our Evolv safety screening system.
Please plan ahead before arriving so entry can be as quick and smooth as possible. Thank you for helping us keep HCCMS events safe for everyone! 🐯🖤💛
Here is a look at everything happening this week at HCCMS!
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Weekly Events
Our free after-school tutoring starts next week. Tutoring is offered every week on Tuesday-Thursday from 3 -5 p.m.
.Make sure to sign up by Friday of each week for your student to stay for tutoring the following week. Students are expected to be picked up no later than 5 p.m. on days they stay for tutoring.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeu-AjYDJkADPLYursxy3CrJ-AUzsAcA_fmW5YyWdSG9OQZuQ/viewform
.Make sure to sign up by Friday of each week for your student to stay for tutoring the following week. Students are expected to be picked up no later than 5 p.m. on days they stay for tutoring.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeu-AjYDJkADPLYursxy3CrJ-AUzsAcA_fmW5YyWdSG9OQZuQ/viewform
Cross Country Information
Tennis Information
🍎 NOW OPEN: Apply for Free & Reduced-Price School Meals for the 2026–2027 School Year! 🍎
The Harris County School District is now accepting online applications for Free & Reduced-Price School Meals for the 2026–2027 school year.
✅ Apply online today: www.EZMealApp.com
Applying is quick, secure, and confidential. Even if you're unsure whether your family qualifies, we encourage you to apply. Submitting your application early can help prevent meal charges and ensure your child has uninterrupted access to healthy school meals.
📅 Important Reminder: Applications approved during the 2025–2026 school year expire on September 17, 2026, so don't wait!
Need a paper application?
📍 Pick one up at your child's school
📍 Visit the HCSD School Nutrition Office (140 Barnes Mill Road, Hamilton)
📍 Available during Sneak-A-Peek events
📥 Download one from www.harris.k12.ga.us under Departments > Nutrition
💳 Families can also monitor meal balances, set up AutoPay, and receive low-balance alerts through the EZPay portal at secure.EZMealApp.com.
For questions, contact the HCSD School Nutrition Department:
📞 (706) 628-4172
📧 hudson-j@harris.k12.ga.us
#HarrisCountySchools #OneTeamOneDream #SchoolNutrition #FreeReducedMeals #BackToSchool
The Harris County School District is now accepting online applications for Free & Reduced-Price School Meals for the 2026–2027 school year.
✅ Apply online today: www.EZMealApp.com
Applying is quick, secure, and confidential. Even if you're unsure whether your family qualifies, we encourage you to apply. Submitting your application early can help prevent meal charges and ensure your child has uninterrupted access to healthy school meals.
📅 Important Reminder: Applications approved during the 2025–2026 school year expire on September 17, 2026, so don't wait!
Need a paper application?
📍 Pick one up at your child's school
📍 Visit the HCSD School Nutrition Office (140 Barnes Mill Road, Hamilton)
📍 Available during Sneak-A-Peek events
📥 Download one from www.harris.k12.ga.us under Departments > Nutrition
💳 Families can also monitor meal balances, set up AutoPay, and receive low-balance alerts through the EZPay portal at secure.EZMealApp.com.
For questions, contact the HCSD School Nutrition Department:
📞 (706) 628-4172
📧 hudson-j@harris.k12.ga.us
#HarrisCountySchools #OneTeamOneDream #SchoolNutrition #FreeReducedMeals #BackToSchool
📢 Out-of-County & Student Transfer Applications Opening Soon
Harris County School District will begin accepting applications for Out-of-County Admissions and HB 251 Open Seat Transfers on July 1, 2026.
📅 Application Window: July 1–14, 2026
Out-of-County Admissions
Families residing outside Harris County who wish to enroll their child in an HCSD school may apply during the July application window. Applications and requirements are available at:
🔗 https://www.harris.k12.ga.us/page/out-of-county-tuiton
HB 251 Open Seat Transfers (Elementary Only)
Elementary families wishing to request a transfer to another HCSD elementary school may apply July 1–14, 2026. Approval is based on available space.
🔗 https://www.harris.k12.ga.us/page/hb-251
Hardship Transfers (Elementary Only)
Applications for hardship transfers will be accepted beginning July 15, 2026 and may be submitted throughout the school year.
📌 Important Reminders:
✔ Students must be registered and enrolled in their zoned school before submitting a transfer request.
✔ Transportation is the responsibility of the parent/guardian for approved transfers.
✔ Review all eligibility requirements and deadlines before applying.
For assistance, contact The H.O.P.E. Center at (706) 628-4206 ext. 2301.
🌐 Visit www.harris.k12.ga.us for complete details.
🚨 URGENT: Online Registration & Transportation Deadline Reminder 🚨
Dear Parents and Guardians,
This is an urgent reminder to complete your child's Online Registration through the Infinite Campus Parent Portal as soon as possible.
Online Registration will close on June 20. All families must complete the registration process before the deadline.
Once you have submitted your completed online registration, our Student Information Systems (SIS) team will review your submission to verify that all required documentation has been provided. After your registration has been approved, you will receive an approval email. Completing registration promptly is critical to ensuring your child's enrollment is finalized and all required records are in place before the start of the school year.
Important Reminders:
✅ Pay all outstanding school fees. If fees remain unpaid, the system will not allow you to complete your child's registration.
🚍 Transportation Request Deadline: June 19
Please note that you must:
Complete the online registration process.
Receive your registration approval email.
Then submit your transportation request.
Transportation requests cannot be processed until registration has been completed and approved.
We strongly encourage all families to complete this process immediately to avoid delays and ensure a smooth start to the school year.
Thank you in advance for your prompt attention to this important matter.
Dear Parents and Guardians,
This is an urgent reminder to complete your child's Online Registration through the Infinite Campus Parent Portal as soon as possible.
Online Registration will close on June 20. All families must complete the registration process before the deadline.
Once you have submitted your completed online registration, our Student Information Systems (SIS) team will review your submission to verify that all required documentation has been provided. After your registration has been approved, you will receive an approval email. Completing registration promptly is critical to ensuring your child's enrollment is finalized and all required records are in place before the start of the school year.
Important Reminders:
✅ Pay all outstanding school fees. If fees remain unpaid, the system will not allow you to complete your child's registration.
🚍 Transportation Request Deadline: June 19
Please note that you must:
Complete the online registration process.
Receive your registration approval email.
Then submit your transportation request.
Transportation requests cannot be processed until registration has been completed and approved.
We strongly encourage all families to complete this process immediately to avoid delays and ensure a smooth start to the school year.
Thank you in advance for your prompt attention to this important matter.
Parents and Guardians,
☀We've made it easier than ever to stay connected and informed this summer and prepare for the 2026-2027 school year!☀
The HCSD Summer & Back-to-School Parent Resource Hub is your one-stop destination for important summer information and back-to-school resources. You'll find helpful information, updates, and resources to support your family throughout the summer and as we get ready to welcome students back for another great school year.
☀️ Enjoy your summer, and be sure to check back often—more information and updates are coming soon!
https://www.harris.k12.ga.us/page/summerback-to-school-parent-resource
☀We've made it easier than ever to stay connected and informed this summer and prepare for the 2026-2027 school year!☀
The HCSD Summer & Back-to-School Parent Resource Hub is your one-stop destination for important summer information and back-to-school resources. You'll find helpful information, updates, and resources to support your family throughout the summer and as we get ready to welcome students back for another great school year.
☀️ Enjoy your summer, and be sure to check back often—more information and updates are coming soon!
https://www.harris.k12.ga.us/page/summerback-to-school-parent-resource
🚌Parents/Guardians,
Transportation Requests for the 2026–2027 school year are now open.
All families MUST complete a **NEW** transportation request for each student, even if transportation was requested for the previous year.
Please visit https://www.harris.k12.ga.us/page/transportationservices for instructions and to complete your Transportation Request Form before the **June 19** deadline.
UPDATE: Please choose "26-27 school year" in Infinite Campus when logging in.
Thank you!
At the conclusion of the 8th grade awards ceremony, Mrs. Taylor handed the class over to Mrs. Snyder, principal of HCHS, who welcomed the incoming freshman. The HCHS chorus sang the Alma Mata to welcome the class of 2030.
