Literacy = Fun!
Lakewood’s Annual Book Parade…
This morning, Lakewood’s PK-Grade 3 students brought a favorite book and dressed up as a character from that book for the annual Lakewood Book Parade! Lots of smiles were seen as students paraded down the halls (lined with their older elementary-aged peers), paraded through the gym (with parents and family spectators), and paraded across the stage in the cafeteria (where middle schoolers cheered them on). We love seeing our students enjoying literacy events! 📚
National Principals Month Spotlight: Principal Holly Peale
As part of October's Principal's Month, we want to take some time to spotlight our amazing principals! Today, meet Dorothy and Noble Harrelson School Principal, Mrs. Holly Peale!
As part of October's Principal's Month, we want to take some time to spotlight our amazing principals! Today, meet Dorothy and Noble Harrelson School Principal, Mrs. Holly Peale!
HCHS Cross Country is heading to STATE!
Three Henry County High School Cross Country athletes have advanced to compete at the STATE level, scheduled for November 5th, at Shelby Farms in Memphis!
Qualifying athletes are listed below, along with their placement at last night's sectional competition...
Cael Mathis: SECTIONAL CHAMPION; 1st Place overall
Hollis Bates: 10th overall
Marlee Jo Shell: 11th overall
Congratulations to Coach Stephanie Winders and athletes!
Professional Development Day on Tuesday, November 3rd
Tuesday, November 3rd is Election Day! Due to several of our schools serving as voting centers, this day will be Professional Development Day for teachers. and students will not attend this day.
Tuesday, November 3rd is Election Day! Due to several of our schools serving as voting centers, this day will be Professional Development Day for teachers. and students will not attend this day.
National Principals Month Spotlight: Principal Amber Ryan
As part of October's Principal's Month, we want to take some time to spotlight our amazing principals! Today, meet Lakewood School Principal, Mrs. Amber Ryan!
As part of October's Principal's Month, we want to take some time to spotlight our amazing principals! Today, meet Lakewood School Principal, Mrs. Amber Ryan!
Congratulations to all PLUS Winners for the 26-27 School year!
A full list of winners by school can be found on the PLUS Facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/plushenrycounty/ .
A full list of winners by school can be found on the PLUS Facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/plushenrycounty/ .
The Henry County School System is hiring for a Maintenance HVAC II Technician. Apply Today!
PLUS Board members visited classrooms recently to announce specialty grant winners in the presence of students...What fun was had!
Congratulations to the Henry County School System specialty grant winners!
Photo 1: Lakewood Teacher Lora McCampbell was awarded the William Atchison Grant for her grant entitled "Hands-On History."
Photo 2: HCHS Teachers Jessica Borens and Shanee DeHay were awarded the Dr. Patty Smith Grant for their grant entitled "Fashion Design Maker Studio."
Photo 3: HCHS Teacher Holley Mason was awarded the Dr. Patty Smith Grant for her grant entitled "Catching the Curve."
Follow the PLUS Facebook page for more information!
Congratulations to the Henry County School System specialty grant winners!
Photo 1: Lakewood Teacher Lora McCampbell was awarded the William Atchison Grant for her grant entitled "Hands-On History."
Photo 2: HCHS Teachers Jessica Borens and Shanee DeHay were awarded the Dr. Patty Smith Grant for their grant entitled "Fashion Design Maker Studio."
Photo 3: HCHS Teacher Holley Mason was awarded the Dr. Patty Smith Grant for her grant entitled "Catching the Curve."
Follow the PLUS Facebook page for more information!
Scarecrow Fun in Patriots Playschool!
Children in Mrs. Michelle Wells' Toddler I class at Patriot Playschool had fun making a fun scarecrow this week!
Patriot Playschool is a benefit available to HCSS employees for their children.
School Bus Safety Week 2026...Student Safety Tips
Parents...Please review these helpful tips with your bus riders!
Parents...Please review these helpful tips with your bus riders!
TODAY is Report Card Day!
Families...We hope you'll take some time to review your child's report card to celebrate successes and plan for any areas of improvement needed. If we can be of help, please let us know!
Families...We hope you'll take some time to review your child's report card to celebrate successes and plan for any areas of improvement needed. If we can be of help, please let us know!
National Principals Month Spotlight: Principal Tim Mason
As part of October's Principal's Month, we want to take some time to spotlight our amazing principals! Today, meet Henry County's Alternate Programs Principal, Mr. Tim Mason!
As part of October's Principal's Month, we want to take some time to spotlight our amazing principals! Today, meet Henry County's Alternate Programs Principal, Mr. Tim Mason!
School Bus Safety Week...Help keep our children safe!
Welcome Back, HCSS Students!
HCSS Administrators Selected to the Tennessee Rural Principals Network
Two HCSS Administrators were recently selected to participate in the Tennessee Rural Principals Network (TRPN). Ashley James, principal of Henry School, and Chris Coleman, assistant principal at Henry County High School, were selected to participate with other rural administrators in this year’s cohort of the Tennessee Rural Principals Network (TRPN).
Reflecting on being chosen for this program, Chris Coleman explained, “the biggest value of this program is the opportunity to collaborate with other rural administrators on building-level improvements. Being able to draw from each other’s experiences and build a network gives us a lasting sounding board to bounce ideas off fellow leaders who truly understand the work.”
TRPN is a state leadership initiative—partnered with institutions like Belmont University and WestEd—designed specifically for administrators in rural districts. It provides:
**Networked Collaboration: In-person and online professional learning communities with fellow rural leaders statewide.
**Targeted Coaching: Specialized executive coaching tailored to the unique resource, staffing, and community needs of rural schools.
**Leadership Development: Evidence-based practices focused on driving student achievement, school culture, and administrator retention.
James and Coleman will meet and work with other rural administrators throughout this school year to learn and develop strategies specific to rural schools.
Two HCSS Administrators were recently selected to participate in the Tennessee Rural Principals Network (TRPN). Ashley James, principal of Henry School, and Chris Coleman, assistant principal at Henry County High School, were selected to participate with other rural administrators in this year’s cohort of the Tennessee Rural Principals Network (TRPN).
Reflecting on being chosen for this program, Chris Coleman explained, “the biggest value of this program is the opportunity to collaborate with other rural administrators on building-level improvements. Being able to draw from each other’s experiences and build a network gives us a lasting sounding board to bounce ideas off fellow leaders who truly understand the work.”
TRPN is a state leadership initiative—partnered with institutions like Belmont University and WestEd—designed specifically for administrators in rural districts. It provides:
**Networked Collaboration: In-person and online professional learning communities with fellow rural leaders statewide.
**Targeted Coaching: Specialized executive coaching tailored to the unique resource, staffing, and community needs of rural schools.
**Leadership Development: Evidence-based practices focused on driving student achievement, school culture, and administrator retention.
James and Coleman will meet and work with other rural administrators throughout this school year to learn and develop strategies specific to rural schools.
Reminder...Fall Break is October 12-18.
Henry County School Board Meeting October 2026
The October meeting of the Henry County School Board was held at Henry School on Thursday evening. During the meeting, the following took place...
**The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Henry students Maddie Lambert and Brighton Price.
**The Student Board Representative for the 26-27 school year, HCHS Senior Hudson Massey (pictured), was introduced by Dr. Watkins and then shared about himself.
**Henry School's Kids Corner Director Velvet Lamb (pictured) spoke about UTrust staff recognitions. Bus Drivers were recognized in September and custodial staff will be recognized in October.
**Henry School's Principal Ashley James presented the Henry School presentation. During this, she shared...
--Henry School's Theme for the 26-27 school year: Make Your Mark!
--Projects and events this year that have focused on the theme, including postcards sent home, the reading of the book The Dot and associated activities, and the Legacy Ceiling Tile project (pictured).
--A gift was presented to board members by Henry Student Maddie Lambert. The gift (pictured) was drawn by local artist, PI contributor, and former HCHS basketball coach Mike Greer. Coach Greer, who is the father-in-law to Henry's Assistant Principal Monty Byars, has visited with the Henry Art 1 students to share his talents.
--A video was shared of students singing a song "Make Your Mark" while students shared how they make their mark through art.
**Additional topics during the meeting included: TISA Accountability Reports, Textbook Committee information, Budget Revisions, a Facilities Update, and Reports by the Chairman and Director.
**After the meeting concluded, board members and guests toured the Legacy Ceiling Tile hallway, designed by current 8th grade students. (pictured)
The next meeting of the Board will be held on November 12.
The October meeting of the Henry County School Board was held at Henry School on Thursday evening. During the meeting, the following took place...
**The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Henry students Maddie Lambert and Brighton Price.
**The Student Board Representative for the 26-27 school year, HCHS Senior Hudson Massey (pictured), was introduced by Dr. Watkins and then shared about himself.
**Henry School's Kids Corner Director Velvet Lamb (pictured) spoke about UTrust staff recognitions. Bus Drivers were recognized in September and custodial staff will be recognized in October.
**Henry School's Principal Ashley James presented the Henry School presentation. During this, she shared...
--Henry School's Theme for the 26-27 school year: Make Your Mark!
--Projects and events this year that have focused on the theme, including postcards sent home, the reading of the book The Dot and associated activities, and the Legacy Ceiling Tile project (pictured).
--A gift was presented to board members by Henry Student Maddie Lambert. The gift (pictured) was drawn by local artist, PI contributor, and former HCHS basketball coach Mike Greer. Coach Greer, who is the father-in-law to Henry's Assistant Principal Monty Byars, has visited with the Henry Art 1 students to share his talents.
--A video was shared of students singing a song "Make Your Mark" while students shared how they make their mark through art.
**Additional topics during the meeting included: TISA Accountability Reports, Textbook Committee information, Budget Revisions, a Facilities Update, and Reports by the Chairman and Director.
**After the meeting concluded, board members and guests toured the Legacy Ceiling Tile hallway, designed by current 8th grade students. (pictured)
The next meeting of the Board will be held on November 12.
The Henry County School System is hiring a mechanic for our transportation department. Apply Today!
Fall Break for HCSS students is October 12-16...Enjoy!
Symphonic Band Concert
You are invited to the HCHS Symphonic Band's Fall Concert on Friday, October 9th at 6:00 PM in the HCHS Gymnasium. (Cost: FREE)
The concert will feature the following:
**Gavin Lendt's Sunbloom
**Eric Whitacre's October
**A multi-movement work by Frank Ticheli Simple Gifts: Four Shaker Songs - a piece built around four different Shaker songs, most famously, “Simple Gifts.”
**John Philip Sousa's El Capitan
The full program will be around 45 minutes.
You are invited to the HCHS Symphonic Band's Fall Concert on Friday, October 9th at 6:00 PM in the HCHS Gymnasium. (Cost: FREE)
The concert will feature the following:
**Gavin Lendt's Sunbloom
**Eric Whitacre's October
**A multi-movement work by Frank Ticheli Simple Gifts: Four Shaker Songs - a piece built around four different Shaker songs, most famously, “Simple Gifts.”
**John Philip Sousa's El Capitan
The full program will be around 45 minutes.
