Don't forget Monday, Feb. 16 is a Student Holiday/PD Exchange day for staff. Classes resume on Tuesday, Feb. 17.
Bobcat Staff Spotlight: Ms. Pantoja
Hempstead Elementary School | 3rd Grade Teacher
Ms. Pantoja creates engaging learning experiences during her daily instruction and maintains a classroom environment with both structure and support. Not only is she a standout educator, but she also plays an important role in ensuring safe and smooth bus rider dismissal.
Her commitment to student success, collaboration, and heart for students helps make a big impact at her campus and in our community. #HigherHeights
Hempstead Elementary School | 3rd Grade Teacher
Ms. Pantoja creates engaging learning experiences during her daily instruction and maintains a classroom environment with both structure and support. Not only is she a standout educator, but she also plays an important role in ensuring safe and smooth bus rider dismissal.
Her commitment to student success, collaboration, and heart for students helps make a big impact at her campus and in our community. #HigherHeights
Join us tonight at 5:30 p.m. for the TELPAS Parent Information Night, in the Hempstead ISD Board Room. Childcare and food will be available.
Bus Route #6 will be delayed today. Thank you for your patience.
Hempstead ISD is seeking community input for the 2026-2027 academic calendar. Please review the two proposed district calendar options and provide your feedback. This survey will close at 11:59 p.m. on Tuesday, February 10, 2026. Take The Survey: https://tinyurl.com/bdfx4tj5
Feb. 2-6 is National School Counseling Week!
National School Counseling Week highlights the impact our school counselors have in helping students succeed academically, plan for college and careers, and grow socially and emotionally. Every day, our counselors make a difference in ways you may not always see, guiding, supporting, and advocating for our students.
This week, we proudly celebrate and thank our Bobcat school counselors for all they do!
Hempstead Elementary - Syleana Givens
Hempstead Middle School - Leah Smith
Hempstead High School - Angela Butler and Natasha Jackson
National School Counseling Week highlights the impact our school counselors have in helping students succeed academically, plan for college and careers, and grow socially and emotionally. Every day, our counselors make a difference in ways you may not always see, guiding, supporting, and advocating for our students.
This week, we proudly celebrate and thank our Bobcat school counselors for all they do!
Hempstead Elementary - Syleana Givens
Hempstead Middle School - Leah Smith
Hempstead High School - Angela Butler and Natasha Jackson
This year's Black History Month theme celebrates a century of Black History Commemorations. Join us in celebrating the many achievements and contributions of African Americans, and honor African American trailblazers across the arts, politics, sports, advocacy, and more.
Hey Hempstead ISD Families! 🚗
To ensure the safety of all students, please use designated parking and pick-up/drop-off areas during arrival and dismissal. This helps traffic flow smoothly and keeps our students and staff safe.
❌ Avoid fire lanes, bus zones, and undesignated spots.
✅ Thank you for your cooperation and care for our campus community.
Stay connected with Hempstead ISD by reading the latest Bobcat Beat Newsletter ➡️ https://tinyurl.com/4u2872kx #HigherHeights #BeBold
After assessing all Hempstead ISD schools and facilities, it has been determined safe to reopen and resume district operations on Tuesday, January 27. This decision was made after careful monitoring of road conditions and guidance from local authorities. We are looking forward to welcoming our students back to school tomorrow, Tuesday, January 27, at the normal start times. Bobcats, please bundle up and dress warm, as temperatures will be cold in the morning.
Weather Update: Due to expected winter weather conditions, all Hempstead ISD schools will be closed on Monday, January 26, 2026. The safety of our students and staff is our top priority, and this decision was made after careful monitoring of the latest weather conditions.
All scheduled activities and events on Monday have also been canceled. We encourage families to stay safe and warm during this time.
Please monitor district communications for updates on Tuesday’s schedule and additional information.
Stay safe Bobcats!
Hempstead ISD is closely monitoring the weather conditions. Due to the anticipated inclement weather, all athletic and extracurricular activities scheduled for Saturday, Jan. 24, have been canceled.
We will continue to monitor the winter weather advisory, and any updates will be provided on hempsteadisd.org and our social media channels.
We will continue to monitor the winter weather advisory, and any updates will be provided on hempsteadisd.org and our social media channels.
Stay Weather Aware Bobcats! The ❄️winter weather 💦has made it to Texas. It is that time of the year when inclement weather could impact our schools. Due to the unpredictable weather, we want to ensure our Bobcat families, students, and staff are aware of our inclement weather procedures. We also want to make sure that you receive severe weather communications from the District.
During severe inclement weather, Hempstead ISD will send communications via email, text, and or phone call. To ensure you receive important information regarding inclement weather, school delays, or closings, please verify your information in ParentPortal. To access Parent Portal, please visit: http://tinyurl.com/4a5fjc4x
If the decision is made to close schools, Hempstead ISD will contact all major TV stations as well as post the information on our social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, and X. You can also visit our website at hempsteadisd.org for more details regarding our severe weather procedures.
During severe inclement weather, Hempstead ISD will send communications via email, text, and or phone call. To ensure you receive important information regarding inclement weather, school delays, or closings, please verify your information in ParentPortal. To access Parent Portal, please visit: http://tinyurl.com/4a5fjc4x
If the decision is made to close schools, Hempstead ISD will contact all major TV stations as well as post the information on our social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, and X. You can also visit our website at hempsteadisd.org for more details regarding our severe weather procedures.
Today we celebrate the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Hempstead ISD will be closed on Monday, January 19, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
Classes resume for all students on Tuesday, January 20.
Stay connected with Hempstead ISD by reading the latest Bobcat Beat Newsletter: https://tinyurl.com/bd667nks
Attention Hempstead ISD 8th-grade Families! Hempstead Early College High School applications are officially open for the 2026-2027 school year. Thanks to our partnership with Blinn College, students can earn both a high school diploma and an associate degree, or up to 60 college credit hours, at no cost. To apply, visit hempsteadisd.org/hechs. Act fast – applications close on January 30, 2026! #BeBold #HigherHeights
Happy New Year Bobcats! 🎉 We are excited for what 2026 has in store for our Bobcat students and staff. #BeBold #HigherHeights
January is School Board Recognition Month! We are proud to celebrate our School Board Members for their dedication to the students and staff of Hempstead ISD. Thank you! #HigherHeights
The Hempstead ISD Board of Trustees met on Monday, December 15, 2025.
During the board meeting, Hempstead ISD Superintendent Herbert O’Neil provided his monthly Superintendent’s Report and celebrated the December Students, Campus Teachers, and Support Staff of the Month.
Check out the latest Board Report and Photos: https://tinyurl.com/4yac8cke
During the board meeting, Hempstead ISD Superintendent Herbert O’Neil provided his monthly Superintendent’s Report and celebrated the December Students, Campus Teachers, and Support Staff of the Month.
Check out the latest Board Report and Photos: https://tinyurl.com/4yac8cke
At Hempstead High School, leadership doesn’t always come with a title; it’s often shown through service, reliability, and the quiet influence of someone who chooses to make their school a better place. This month, one student was recognized for doing exactly that. As the recipient of the December Superintendent's Higher Heights Award, Derrick Reed, HHS junior, has earned recognition from teachers, staff, and administrators for their strong school pride and commitment to making Hempstead High School a better place.
“Receiving the Superintendent’s Higher Heights Award makes me feel like I’m doing something right,” he explained. “It tells me I’m doing a good job with what I’m involved in, and that my peers, teachers, and the faculty recognize it.”
Read More about the December Higher Heights Award Recipient: https://tinyurl.com/4cf8thef #HigherHeights
“Receiving the Superintendent’s Higher Heights Award makes me feel like I’m doing something right,” he explained. “It tells me I’m doing a good job with what I’m involved in, and that my peers, teachers, and the faculty recognize it.”
Read More about the December Higher Heights Award Recipient: https://tinyurl.com/4cf8thef #HigherHeights
