Hempstead Early Childhood Center

"Back to School, Back to Inspiring! 🍎✨ Excited to kick off another year of learning, growth, and endless possibilities with the amazing educators of Hempstead Early Childhood Center! Let’s make 2025-2026 a year to remember. #BeBold #HigherHeights

🐾 Introducing the HECC Paw Print! 🐾
We’re excited to launch the HECC Paw Print — our new way to celebrate, communicate, and connect with our amazing Hempstead ECC family!

The Paw Print is designed to keep our families informed, involved, and inspired — because we’re all part of the pack!

https://secure.smore.com/n/qy76r

Back to School Transportation Update: If your student requires a special stop request, please contact your child's campus by August 6. Regular Transportation Requests should be completed during your online enrollment or annual update in the Parent Portal.

The countdown for Back to School has officially started. New Student Online Enrollment opens TODAY!

Parent Enrollment Checklist
✅ Create a Parent Portal (if you don’t already have one)
✅ Enroll your student online
✅ Wait for a call from your campus registrar with next steps
✅ Need help? Call or email your school, we’re here for you!

In-person Registration will take place from 8:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. on August 4, in The Bobcat Den, 2432 9th St.

Let’s get ready for a great year, Bobcats!

Visit our Enrollment Website for more information: https://tinyurl.com/43fhby2t #HigherHeights

HECC Families, enroll your children for the 2025-2026 school year now. Returning student parents/guardians must complete the Annual Update on ParentPortal before July 21 to ensure placement on campus rosters. If you have questions, please call (979) 221-2021 ext. 608. Click on the link for assistance and document upload, https://docs.google.com/document/d/1L1IWDGy1hatwWeJ7HdeJwuhfr3gqDbVQhed_NEJtKOA/edit?usp=sharing

The City of Houston Mayor's Office invites you to the Mayor’s Back to School Fest from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on August 2, 2025, at the George R. Brown Convention Center! Enjoy FREE resources and giveaways, including backpacks, school supplies, and on-site health screenings. Register TODAY and prepare to kick off the new school year at https://bit.ly/Back2SchoolFest

Choose Hempstead ISD! Hempstead ISD is going to #HigherHeights and we want YOU to come with us! We're looking for certified teachers ready to make a difference and be part of something special. ✅ Competitive Salaries ✅ Generous Stipends for High-Need/STAAR Tested Areas ✅ Bilingual Teacher Incentives ✅ Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA) ✅ Supportive Leadership and Professional Development Watch the video (https://youtu.be/voDT6nlI4Ds) to hear why teachers choose Hempstead ISD and why you should too! Apply now and take the next step in your teaching journey at hempsteadisd.org/careers.

“Helping students overcome early obstacles and reach new milestones is exactly what ‘Higher Heights’ is all about." Kelli Johnson, Hempstead Early Childhood Center Pre-K 3 teacher, is the May Superintendent's Higher Heights Award recipient. In just a short time, Johnson has made a lasting impact on her students and colleagues. She is most proud of the growth she’s witnessed in her young learners, not just academically, but socially and emotionally as well. Her strong relationships with families and fellow educators have helped create a supportive, engaging classroom that sets students up for success from the very beginning. Read More: https://tinyurl.com/vrrvhz6f #HigherHeights

Bobcat Families, it is time to update your child's registration information for the 2025-2026 school year. All returning student parents/guardians should log in to ParentPortal and complete the Annual Update before July 21 to be added to campus rosters and receive a schedule for the new year. Read: https://tinyurl.com/4n4dnm99

Through the summer feeding program, any child from ages 0-18 is eligible to receive breakfast and lunch at no cost. Individuals aged 19 and above, who have been determined to be mentally or physically disabled by a state or local agency, may also be served a meal.  Check out the dates: https://tinyurl.com/mr3nxnb8

Join us in congratulating our 2024-2025 Transportation Employee of the Year, Tina Tippit! Ms. Tippit has served our district for the past three years as a dedicated Route Supervisor. She plays a vital role in supporting our drivers and ensuring students have a safe ride to and from school each day. From coordinating routes to covering absences and minimizing disruptions, Ms. Tippit goes above and beyond to keep our transportation system running smoothly. Her commitment to safety, timeliness, and excellence is unmatched, and we are proud to recognize her outstanding service. Congratulations, Ms. Tippit, and thank you for your dedication to our students! #HigherHeights

We have made it to the end of the school year. Tomorrow is an early release day for students. HMS and HHS - 11:30 AM HECC and HES - 11:40 AM Have a fun and safe summer Bobcats!

A huge thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate our HECC students today! We are so proud of every single one of them!

We're excited to welcome you to our PK celebration tomorrow! Please find the schedule below for your child's class: Class Schedule:*8:30–9:00 AM: Mrs. Hill, *9:00–9:30 AM: Mr. Waddel, *9:30–10:00 AM: Ms. Lopez, *10:00–10:30 AM: Ms. Bowen, *10:30–11:00 AM: Ms. Reeves, *11:00–11:30 AM: Ms. Venegas, *11:30 AM–12:00 PM: Ms. Miller, *12:00–12:40 PM: Ms. Johnson, 12:40–1:20 PM: Ms. Jordan, *1:20–2:00 PM: Ms. Lozano Important Reminders: Dress Code: Please dress appropriately for the celebration. Guests: To ensure a comfortable experience, we kindly ask that only two adults attend per family. Thank you for your cooperation and support. We look forward to celebrating this special occasion with you and your child! Registration Link: https://forms.gle/ZWRrKNa5dEWBRu7b9

W is for Walt Disney day (wear your favorite Disney shirt) #ABCcountdown

V is for vacation day (dress like you're going on vacation) #ABCcountdown

Good evening, and thank you for a wonderful year! Please see the latest HECC Paw Print: https://secure.smore.com/n/1fymg Awards and special recognitions will be held on May 21st, with the following schedule: * 8:30-9:00: Mrs. Hill * 9:00-9:30: Mr. Waddel * 9:30-10:00: Ms. Lopez * 10:00-10:30: Ms. Bowen * 10:30-11:00: Ms. Reeves * 11:00-11:30: Ms. Venegas * 11:30-12:00: Ms. Miller * 12:00-12:40: Ms. Johnson * 12:40-1:20: Ms. Jordan * 1:20-2:00: Ms. Lozano https://forms.gle/RdefK1SDfH9avcb5A

T is for Teacher Day (dress as a teacher) #ABCcountdown

Community Use Guidelines of Bobcat Stadium Track: Our district is proud to provide community access to the outdoor track for walking and wellness. Thank you for helping us keep it safe and respectful for all. 🕓 Public Hours: - The track is open from dawn to dusk when school is NOT in session. 🚫 Closed to the Public: - During the school day - When used by district athletic teams ✅ Track Guidelines: - Walkers and joggers only—no bikes, scooters, or pets - Please keep the track clean and respect the space - This is a tobacco-free facility - No glass bottles allowed - Yield to student-athletes and staff when present Thank you for supporting our schools and taking pride in our facilities.

S is for Super Hero Day #ABCcountdown