At tonight’s monthly board meeting, the HISD Board of Trustees recognized our amazing campus principals in honor of National Principals Month!❤️

A special thank you to Mrs. Maldonado, Mrs. Mendiola, Mrs. Gaucin, Mrs. Guerrero, Mrs. High, Mrs. Blair, Mrs. Alonzo, and Dr. Garza for their hard work, leadership, and dedication to our students and staff each and every day!

We are so grateful for all that you do to make a difference across our district! 👏

#HerdProud #NationalPrincipalsMonth
about 5 hours ago, Kara Esquivel
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Reminder: HISD Facilities Committee Meeting Tomorrow

Hereford ISD invites all community members to join us tomorrow evening at the HISD Administration Building for an open discussion regarding the future of our district's facilities.

During this meeting, we will review feedback from the previous bond election, discuss changes made in response to community concerns, and provide an opportunity for questions and input.

📍 Location: HISD Administration Building
Doors Open: 5:30 PM
Meeting Begins: 6:00 PM

We recognize the importance of community involvement in this process and encourage everyone to attend, listen, ask questions, and share their perspectives.

All community members are welcome.
about 7 hours ago, Kara Esquivel
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⭐️🍀 Congratulations to our 4-H Gold Star Award Recipients!

Hereford ISD is proud to recognize Max Hedrick and Andrew Matthew, who were honored at the 69th Annual District 1 4-H Gold Star Banquet! These two were among just 25 recipients across the Texas Panhandle to receive this prestigious recognition.

The Gold Star Award is the highest county-level honor awarded through the Texas 4-H Youth Development Program and can only be earned once during a member's 4-H career.

We are so proud of their hard work, dedication, leadership, and commitment to serving others! Congratulations on this outstanding achievement! 👏🍀
6 days ago, Kara Esquivel
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📅 REMINDER: NO SCHOOL!

Just a reminder that there will be no school on Friday, October 9, or Monday, October 12.

We hope all of our students, staff, and families enjoy the extra time off. Have a safe and relaxing long weekend!

#HPND | @hisd_sports | @tmobile | #FN5GL | #Entry
20 days ago, Kara Esquivel
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Hereford ISD wants to remind our community that the deadline to register to vote for the upcoming November 3rd election is quickly approaching!

📅 Voter Registration Deadline: October 5, 2026
🇺🇸 Election Day: November 3, 2026

Not sure if you're registered? Visit www.votetexas.gov to check your voter registration status and find information on how to register.
26 days ago, Kara Esquivel
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🚌 BUS ROUTE UPDATE | WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 30th Due to muddy road conditions, all Hereford ISD buses will run on pavement only today, September 30th. Please plan accordingly, and thank you for your understanding and cooperation! 🚌
27 days ago, Kara Esquivel
🌟 Celebrating Excellence at HISD! 🌟

We had several special recognitions at our September Board Meeting! We are incredibly proud of our students and staff who continue to go above and beyond and excel each and every day. Thank you for all that you do to make Hereford ISD great! ❤️

#HerdPride #HerefordISD
28 days ago, Kara Esquivel
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Our Hereford Varsity Cheerleaders and Mighty Maroon Drumline were proud to help welcome United Supermarkets to town for their grand opening under their new name this week! Our students brought plenty of spirit to the celebration, and we loved hearing so many compliments from community members about their talent and energy!

We love opportunities to showcase our students while also giving back to a community that continually shows up for them. That support goes both ways, and we are incredibly thankful to United Supermarkets for their generous $2,500 donation to Hereford ISD!

When a community supports one another, everyone is stronger, and Hereford certainly knows how to show up for its people. Thank you, United Supermarkets, for allowing our students to be part of such a special morning!

Go Herd!
about 1 month ago, Kara Esquivel
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Just a reminder! Tomorrow is a half day for all Hereford ISD campuses!

Please see the release schedule below for campus dismissal times. Have a great and safe weekend, Herd Nation! ❤️🤘

#GoHerd | @hisd_sports | @tmobile | #FN5GL | #Entry
about 1 month ago, Kara Esquivel
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Want to become a substitute for Hereford ISD?

Our first Substitute Training of the school year is TOMORROW!

📅 Tomorrow
⏰ 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Hereford ISD Administration Building

If you're interested in becoming a substitute, please make sure you complete your application by 3pm today. You do not need to wait for our HR Department to contact you. Once your application is submitted, you can simply show up for training tomorrow!

You can find the application at herefordisd.net under the Employment tab.

We hope to see you there!
about 2 months ago, Kara Esquivel
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🇺🇸 REMINDER: NO SCHOOL MONDAY!

Hereford ISD will have no school on Monday, September 7th, in observance of Labor Day!

We hope all of our students, staff and families have a fantastic and safe Labor Day weekend! ❤️🤍💙

Enjoy the long weekend!

about 2 months ago, Kara Esquivel
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We are so proud of our Hereford High School Culinary Arts students!

Yesterday, our students had the honor of being invited to cook for Region 16’s 60th Anniversary Celebration. They put their skills to work and served up a delicious breakfast for everyone in attendance!

What a great opportunity for our students to showcase their talents, gain real-world experience and represent Hereford ISD!

Way to go, Culinary Arts! We are proud of you!
about 2 months ago, Kara Esquivel
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The Remarkable Story of Jack Fox

Some people leave a mark wherever they go. Brigadier General Jack R. Fox was one of those people, and Hereford ISD is proud to have been one of the many places shaped by his leadership.

Fox came to Hereford ISD in 1998 following an already distinguished career in the United States military. During his time at Hereford High School, he wasn't simply a teacher or coach. He became part of the foundation of programs that continue to impact students today.

In 1998, Fox helped launch the Lady Whiteface softball program, serving as its first head coach. He was also instrumental in organizing and building the Marine Corps JROTC program at Hereford High School and later coached cross country.

Those who knew him remember his leadership as something you could actually see.

When his cross-country athletes took to the streets of Hereford for training, Coach Fox wasn't following behind in a vehicle. He was running alongside them. Former colleagues still remember seeing him leading the pack through town, demonstrating the same leadership he carried throughout his life.

But Hereford was only one chapter in an extraordinary life of service.

Fox left HISD in 1999 to become Commandant of Cadets at his alma mater, New Mexico Military Institute. His career would later include serving as president of St. John's Military School, returning to military service and ultimately rising to the rank of Brigadier General. He also went on to serve as Cabinet Secretary of the New Mexico Department of Veterans Services.

His career took him many places and earned him numerous accomplishments, but here in Hereford, we remember something simpler.

We remember Coach Fox.

The man who helped build programs. The teacher students respected. The coach who didn't ask his athletes to run somewhere he wasn't willing to run himself.

Following the recent passing of Brigadier General Jack R. Fox, we are proud to look back at the remarkable life of a man who once walked the halls of Hereford High School and whose legacy can still be found within them today.

Coach. Teacher. General. Leader.

Hereford ISD is proud to have been part of his story.
2 months ago, Kara Esquivel
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Our first half day of the school year is this Friday!

Please take a look at the schedule below and make note of your student’s dismissal time.

We hope everyone has had a great start to the school year. Go Herd!
2 months ago, Kara Esquivel
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For the safety of our students and staff, the stadium will now be closed to the public from 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on regular school days.

The stadium is used by students for classes and activities during the school day. Texas school safety requirements require school facilities to be secure and limit public access while students are present. Because of these requirements, the stadium must remain closed to the public during school hours.

We know many members of our community enjoy using the stadium, and we apologize for the inconvenience. The stadium will reopen to the public after 4:00 p.m.

Thank you for understanding and for helping us keep our students and staff safe.
2 months ago, Kara Esquivel
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We are proud to share that Hereford ISD has improved from a D to a C in the latest TEA Accountability Ratings! This marks exciting progress for our district and reflects the hard work happening in classrooms across HISD.

There is so much to celebrate across the Herd:

Aikman Elementary earned its third consecutive A, while Hereford Preparatory Academy earned its second A in a row!

Hereford High School saw significant growth, improving from a D to a C with an incredible 13-point increase.

Across the district, we saw multi-point growth in all areas, showing that the work being done each day is making a difference.

We know our work is far from finished. There are still areas where we must improve, goals we want to reach, and opportunities to better serve every student. But progress matters, and every step forward is worth celebrating.

Thank you to our incredible students, staff, families, and community members who continue to pour into Hereford ISD and support our schools. This progress belongs to all of you.

We’re proud of how far we’ve come, focused on where we’re going, and excited to keep moving Hereford forward!
2 months ago, Kara Esquivel
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Hereford ISD is proud to recognize Lieutenant Daniel Garcia for his outstanding dedication to school safety and his commitment to going above and beyond for our students, staff, and community.

Lieutenant Garcia recently achieved the Master level of School-Based Law Enforcement training, the highest level available. With this accomplishment, he becomes one of only eight officers in the Region 16 area to earn this distinction and one of only 438 among approximately 11,000 certified peace officers assigned to school-based law enforcement duties across the state of Texas.

His willingness to pursue additional training, strengthen his professional skills, and continually prepare himself to better protect and serve our schools demonstrates an exceptional level of professionalism and commitment.

Lieutenant Garcia was formally recognized for this achievement by the Hereford ISD Board of Trustees at last night's meeting.

We are incredibly grateful for Lieutenant Garcia and his continued dedication to making Hereford ISD a safer place for our students and staff each and every day. Congratulations on this outstanding achievement!
2 months ago, Kara Esquivel
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School starts soon! ❤️🤍

As we get ready to welcome our students back, we wanted to repost the 2026–2027 Hereford ISD School Calendar to help our families plan for the upcoming school year.

Be sure to save it for easy reference throughout the year, and we can't wait to see everyone back on campus soon!

#HerefordISD #BackToSchool
3 months ago, Kara Esquivel
Hereford ISD District Calendar for 2026-2027
Hereford ISD District Calendar for 2026-2027  in Spanish
Attention Hereford ISD Parents & Staff:

Skyward is currently experiencing a nationwide outage affecting school districts across the country. We are aware that this may cause issues with registration for the 2026–2027 school year.

Our Technology Department is actively monitoring the situation and working closely with Skyward. We will share updates as they become available.

Thank you for your patience and understanding as this issue is resolved. We appreciate your support!
3 months ago, Kara Esquivel
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Registration is OPEN for the 2026–2027 school year!

Register early and get ready for another great year at Hereford ISD. Check your email for a message from Skyward Family Access to complete your online registration.

Need help? In-person registration assistance will be available at the HISD Administration Building:

📅 July 6–9 (Monday–Thursday)
⏰ 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. & 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

📅 August 3–7 (Monday–Friday)
⏰ 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. & 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Spanish-language assistance will be available during all registration help sessions.

For more information, visit www.herefordisd.net.

#HerefordISD #GoHerd
4 months ago, Kara Esquivel