Remember to mark your calendars for the upcoming long weekend, Halstead!
Thursday, February 12: Student Holiday / Staff Workday
Friday, February 13 and Monday, February 16: Student & Staff Holiday
Tomorrow February 6th is the FINAL DAY to bring in donations for our STUCO Toiletry Drive, and we’d love your help crossing the finish line strong! Every item donated helps support our local senior center and shows our students the power of kindness and community.
Items we are collecting:
Socks
Toilet paper
Toothpaste
Toothbrushes
Floss
Mouthwash
Deodorant
Hand soap
Razors
Shampoo
Conditioner
Hairbrushes
Body wash
Washcloths
Lotion
Lip balm
Wet wipes
Hand sanitizer
Thank you for helping our Bulldawgs give back and make a difference. Let’s finish strong! 💛🐾💙
This Friday, February 6th, Halstead is celebrating the 100th Day of School! That’s 100 days of learning, growing, reading, counting, and being amazing Bulldawgs!
Students are welcome to dress up for the occasion as long as outfits stay dress code appropriate. We can’t wait to see how our students show off 100 days of school spirit.
Let’s celebrate being 100 days smarter together!
Our Fourth Grade students were honored during their First Semester Awards for their hard work and dedication. They showed responsibility, perseverance, and academic growth throughout the semester. We are incredibly proud of their accomplishments and the example they set for others. Way to go, Fourth Grade! 💙🐾💛
Join us for our P.A.C. Meeting on Friday, February 6, 2026, from 3:30-4:00 PM. This meeting is a great opportunity to have your voice heard as we review our annual parental involvement survey questions, talk about how Title I funds are used, and go over what Title I is and how it supports our students.
Your input matters, and your feedback helps guide the programs and supports we offer our Halstead families. We hope you can join us! 💙🐾💛
For more information please contact our PCOC Ms. Muniz at Munizv@ccisd.com
Field trip season is almost here! Want to join the fun as a chaperone? Make sure you’re ready by completing your volunteer registration form, and attending a volunteer orientation (this must be completed every school year). Our Volunteer Orientation is tomorrow, Feb 4 at 9:00am or you may schedule an appointment at a more convenient time. Please join us to learn how you can get involved, support our students, and make a difference on campus.
For any questions or to schedule an appointment please call the school or email our PCOC at Munizv@ccisd.com
During specials, students can participate by bringing $1 to receive:
• One glitter heart
OR
• Two fun tattoos
Order forms are being sent home this week. Please be sure to complete and return them to your child’s teacher.
All proceeds support the HHE Student Council, helping our student leaders continue to make a positive difference on campus and in our community.
Thank you, Halstead families, for supporting our students and helping them shine!💛🐾💙
Don't forget to bring your best smiles for picture day tomorrow February 3rd.
To order online visit:
mylifetouch.com
Individual pictures event code: EVT3T2M2S
Class pictures event code: EVTTQBXFT
CCISD buses will run at their normal time, and breakfast will be served at its normal time at every campus. Parents are encouraged to ensure their student is dressed warmly for the day.
Once students and staff return tomorrow, the district will begin a review of whether any changes to the academic calendar are required alongside district staff and the Board of Trustees. If so, those will communicated with families as soon as possible.
We proudly recognized our Third Grade students during their First Semester Awards. These students demonstrated determination, leadership, and a strong commitment to learning. Their hard work and positive attitudes truly stood out. We are so proud of their achievements and excited to see how they continue to grow. Great job, Third Grade!💛💙
Due to continued hazardous conditions on roadways, an an abundance of precipitation on the roadways projected to refreeze across Copperas Cove, Copperas Cove ISD schools and offices will remain closed out of an abundance of caution on Wednesday, January 28, 2026.
Activities scheduled for Wednesday will be rescheduled for a later date.
CCISD leadership has continued to evaluate road conditions across our community, as well as the forecast which includes more freezing temperatures, and while major roadways have improved, too many neighborhood, rural and hill-side streets remain covered in ice. Many school parking lots and entryways remain covered in ice, as well. We've included several photos in this post taken earlier this afternoon.
Given the state of the roads and school parking lots, it is not safe to ask our bus drivers to report in the early morning hours to run routes in these conditions, nor to ask the several-hundred student and parent drivers to commute to school in the morning.
Copperas Cove ISD expects to be able to reopen on Thursday, January 28, 2026, but will continue to evaluate and communicate with the appropriate agencies to ensure it is safe to do so. Once CCISD is able to safely return to school, we will work alongside district staff and the Board of Trustees to evaluate if a change needs to be made to the academic calendar. If so, those will be communicated with families as soon as possible.
“I know this extended closure may create challenges for families,” said Superintendent Dr. Brent Hawkins. “Thank you for your patience, support, and understanding as we put the safety of everybody in our school community first. We look forward to a safe return to school as soon as possible.”
All school activities will be rescheduled for a later date.
Read more --> https://www.ccisd.com/article/2655978
Last week, we took a moment to proudly celebrate our Kindergarten students during their First Semester Awards. They earned these awards by learning new skills and showing kindness, growth, and determination. Our youngest Bulldawgs give us so many reasons to smile. We are incredibly proud of all they’ve accomplished and can’t wait to see how much more they shine as the year continues. Way to go, Kindergarten! 💙💛🐾
The Greatest Kindness Challenge is coming to Hettie Halstead Elementary from January 26-30. We are excited to celebrate a full week focused on kindness, positivity, and Bulldawg pride.
Spirit Days Schedule:
Monday: Peace, Love, and Kindness -Wear tie-dye
Tuesday: Shine Bright with Kindness - Wear neon colors
Wednesday: Kindness Rocks - Wear your best rockstar outfit
Thursday: Crazy for Kindness - Wear crazy hair
Friday: Dreaming of Kindness - Wear pajamas
This special week encourages our students to spread kindness and show what it means to be a Bulldawg!
Yesterday, HHE had the pleasure of welcoming our Copperas Cove School Board members as part of the board recognition month for breakfast as a small way to say thank you for all they do in support of our schools.
We began the morning with a special musical performance by our entire first-grade class, who worked so hard to prepare a wonderful show. Following their performance, our Student Council shared a presentation highlighting the many great accomplishments they have achieved this year.
We are incredibly proud of our students for representing HHE so well and appreciative of our School Board for their continued dedication and support. Way to go, Bulldawgs! 💙💛
