Join us for the Junior High Student Showcase on May 20 from 5:00–7:00 PM at the Junior High Cafeteria. Just about every student will have a featured piece from their elective classes on display, highlighting the creativity, skills, and hard work from this semester.
This is their moment to shine. Don’t miss it.
This is their moment to shine. Don’t miss it.
Sometimes the most powerful lessons come from the people our students already look up to.
Jeff Stringer, a U.S. Navy veteran and volunteer Junior High football coach, recently spoke with our Military Appreciation class about his service and experiences. For many of our students, it was a special moment to see Coach Stringer in a different way.
He was sharing his story with Mrs. Sharon Luster and Mrs. Mary Stephenson's classrooms.
Thank you, Mr. Stringer, for your service to our country, your time with our students, and the example you continue to set for our Hawks. 🇺🇸 #HawkPride
Jeff Stringer, a U.S. Navy veteran and volunteer Junior High football coach, recently spoke with our Military Appreciation class about his service and experiences. For many of our students, it was a special moment to see Coach Stringer in a different way.
He was sharing his story with Mrs. Sharon Luster and Mrs. Mary Stephenson's classrooms.
Thank you, Mr. Stringer, for your service to our country, your time with our students, and the example you continue to set for our Hawks. 🇺🇸 #HawkPride
Chris Miller recently visited our Military Appreciation classes to share his story of service in the U.S. Army, including his time in Afghanistan. Many in our community know him as a former Hillsboro teacher and a current parent, which made his message even more meaningful for our students.
Moments like this bring real perspective into the classroom.
Thank you, Mr. Miller, for your service to our country and for taking the time to invest in our students.
#HawkPride
Moments like this bring real perspective into the classroom.
Thank you, Mr. Miller, for your service to our country and for taking the time to invest in our students.
#HawkPride
Summer School 2026: NEW Links & Why Now Is the Time to Get Signed Up!
Summer School is right around the corner in Hillsboro R-3, and now is the time for families to make sure their students are registered.
This year’s program will run from Thursday, May 28 through Tuesday, June 23, offering students across all grade levels a valuable opportunity to stay engaged, build skills, and prepare for the upcoming school year. With strong interest already building, families are encouraged to complete registration sooner rather than later to ensure placement.
Link to K-4th Grade Sign-up Forms: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeHtK2aEgB7eq9SMK3_Kw22vSiYDekVCIY_V2-7g0dnVv1oug/viewform
Link to 5th-12th Grade Sign-up Forms: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSejVELhdU-8zQzyKbdUQTAoXCJq1JxTUK4YMjjfbZQSz5fiyA/viewform
Summer School is right around the corner in Hillsboro R-3, and now is the time for families to make sure their students are registered.
This year’s program will run from Thursday, May 28 through Tuesday, June 23, offering students across all grade levels a valuable opportunity to stay engaged, build skills, and prepare for the upcoming school year. With strong interest already building, families are encouraged to complete registration sooner rather than later to ensure placement.
Link to K-4th Grade Sign-up Forms: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeHtK2aEgB7eq9SMK3_Kw22vSiYDekVCIY_V2-7g0dnVv1oug/viewform
Link to 5th-12th Grade Sign-up Forms: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSejVELhdU-8zQzyKbdUQTAoXCJq1JxTUK4YMjjfbZQSz5fiyA/viewform
🎭 Hawks On Stage Presents: 12 Angry Pigs!
Join our Intermediate drama group for a fun and engaging performance on Friday, May 8 and Saturday, May 9 at 7:00 PM in the high school theater.
🎟️ Tickets: $5 for adults | $3 for students
Come out and support our talented young performers—you won’t want to miss it!
Link to purchase tickets: https://hillsborointermediate.ludus.com/index.php?show_id=200526240&fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExRVZ1UlZURUZFdkZJQXFJU3NydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR58O5tA5pVaaNAs50liVPcA5n0YPIfUdCX8UR2Z_bmZVQiHIwEZoRWA_-1DDA_aem_vEgHdFseuOH9mWQKJo2pSA
Join our Intermediate drama group for a fun and engaging performance on Friday, May 8 and Saturday, May 9 at 7:00 PM in the high school theater.
🎟️ Tickets: $5 for adults | $3 for students
Come out and support our talented young performers—you won’t want to miss it!
Link to purchase tickets: https://hillsborointermediate.ludus.com/index.php?show_id=200526240&fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExRVZ1UlZURUZFdkZJQXFJU3NydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR58O5tA5pVaaNAs50liVPcA5n0YPIfUdCX8UR2Z_bmZVQiHIwEZoRWA_-1DDA_aem_vEgHdFseuOH9mWQKJo2pSA
Have you been to the Art Expo yet?
It showcases art found in every school in the Hillsboro R-3 School District.
There is still time tonight and tomorrow, night at the Civic Center! 🎨
Hours are 4pm to 7pm.
Here are 4 quick things you need to know from the Spring Edition of The Nest: News From Hawk Nation:
1️⃣ Students are getting ahead
Real-world certifications, college credits, and hands-on learning are setting our students up for success after graduation.
2️⃣ We’re investing in our schools:
Facility upgrades and new opportunities are creating even better learning environments for our students.
3️⃣ Results you can be proud of 🏆:
From state championships to academic success, our students are achieving at a high level across the board.
4️⃣ Learning looks different here:
Engaging, real-world experiences are happening in classrooms every day across the district.
This is Hawk Nation in action. It’s worth your time.
👉 Read the full issue here: https://www.hsdr3.org/article/2847910
1️⃣ Students are getting ahead
Real-world certifications, college credits, and hands-on learning are setting our students up for success after graduation.
2️⃣ We’re investing in our schools:
Facility upgrades and new opportunities are creating even better learning environments for our students.
3️⃣ Results you can be proud of 🏆:
From state championships to academic success, our students are achieving at a high level across the board.
4️⃣ Learning looks different here:
Engaging, real-world experiences are happening in classrooms every day across the district.
This is Hawk Nation in action. It’s worth your time.
👉 Read the full issue here: https://www.hsdr3.org/article/2847910
Every school day starts and ends with them.
Our bus drivers are often the first smile our students see in the morning and the last wave they get in the afternoon. They safely transport what matters most to us, and they do it with care, patience, and consistency that doesn’t go unnoticed.
On Bus Driver Appreciation Day, we want to say THANK YOU to our Hillsboro R-3 drivers for everything you do for our kids… every route, every mile, every day. 💙🚌
Our bus drivers are often the first smile our students see in the morning and the last wave they get in the afternoon. They safely transport what matters most to us, and they do it with care, patience, and consistency that doesn’t go unnoticed.
On Bus Driver Appreciation Day, we want to say THANK YOU to our Hillsboro R-3 drivers for everything you do for our kids… every route, every mile, every day. 💙🚌
We’re THIS close… let’s finish it, Hawk Nation.
✈️This one is personal. We recently learned a student in our district has a grandfather heading on an Honor Flight next month.
Let’s help send him and others like him.
Hillsboro High students are raising money to sponsor a veteran for an Honor Flight and they’ve already hit $500+ toward their $800 goal.
📅Now the challenge has been extended to May 4 to give our community one more shot to step up.
💙 Donate to a class or just give what you can
🏆 Winning class gets a movie on May 8 + bragging rights
💪Let’s finish strong.
#HonorFlight #BoroBuilt
✈️This one is personal. We recently learned a student in our district has a grandfather heading on an Honor Flight next month.
Let’s help send him and others like him.
Hillsboro High students are raising money to sponsor a veteran for an Honor Flight and they’ve already hit $500+ toward their $800 goal.
📅Now the challenge has been extended to May 4 to give our community one more shot to step up.
💙 Donate to a class or just give what you can
🏆 Winning class gets a movie on May 8 + bragging rights
💪Let’s finish strong.
#HonorFlight #BoroBuilt
Due to the potential for changing weather conditions, Hillsboro R-3 School District will implement a 3-hour early release on Monday, April 27, 2026.
This proactive decision is being made to ensure that all students and staff are able to arrive home safely before conditions worsen. Due to the geographic size of the district, bus routes require several hours to complete, and releasing early allows us to avoid travel during potentially hazardous conditions.
Please note: There will be no afternoon Early Childhood classes on Monday.
Any additional changes or cancellations related to activities and athletics will be communicated tomorrow.
We understand that schedule changes can be challenging, and we appreciate your flexibility as we prioritize the safety of our students and staff.
Please continue to monitor district communication channels for any additional updates.
Thank you for your support.
Dr. Jon Isaacson
Superintendent
This proactive decision is being made to ensure that all students and staff are able to arrive home safely before conditions worsen. Due to the geographic size of the district, bus routes require several hours to complete, and releasing early allows us to avoid travel during potentially hazardous conditions.
Please note: There will be no afternoon Early Childhood classes on Monday.
Any additional changes or cancellations related to activities and athletics will be communicated tomorrow.
We understand that schedule changes can be challenging, and we appreciate your flexibility as we prioritize the safety of our students and staff.
Please continue to monitor district communication channels for any additional updates.
Thank you for your support.
Dr. Jon Isaacson
Superintendent
💙 It is hard to tell who was cheering louder…
Today at the Jefferson County Special Olympics in De Soto, our athletes gave it their all. But just as powerful were the smiles, the high-fives, and the pure joy shared between competitors and their buddies.
This was not just about events or medals. It was about encouragement, connection, and celebrating every moment together.
You could see it in every race, every cheer, every hug. A reminder that sometimes the biggest wins are not measured at the finish line.
#BoroBuilt
Today at the Jefferson County Special Olympics in De Soto, our athletes gave it their all. But just as powerful were the smiles, the high-fives, and the pure joy shared between competitors and their buddies.
This was not just about events or medals. It was about encouragement, connection, and celebrating every moment together.
You could see it in every race, every cheer, every hug. A reminder that sometimes the biggest wins are not measured at the finish line.
#BoroBuilt
Making connections.
Putting in the work.
Showing up every single day.
Serving others and answering the call.
Leading with heart.
Congratulations to Ashley McNail and Justin Lawson on being named Teacher of the Year and Support Staff Person of the Year. Your impact makes a difference across Hillsboro R-3.
Ashley McNail is an English and Language Arts teacher at the Junior High School and Justin Lawson is an HVAC Technician in the Maintenance Department.
#BoroBuilt
If your student plans to attend Summer School, now is a great time to get ready.
Programs are available for students entering K–12, and registration will be completed online.
Before you sign up, here are three quick things to know:
✔️ Choose the correct grade-level form (the grade they will be during the 2026-2027 school year)
✔️ Complete a form for each student
✔️ Double-check your information before submitting
🔗 Link to more information and grade level sign-ups: https://www.hsdr3.org/article/2788293
😀We want to take a moment and salute Hillsboro Junior HIgh School ELA Teacher, Ashley McNail.
🏆She was surprised on Friday to receive the honor of Hillsboro R-3 School District Teacher of the Year!
Our Junior High students recently visited the POW/MIA Museum at Jefferson Barracks, where history came to life in a meaningful way.
During the visit, students also paid their respects at the grave of Air Force 1st Lt. Michael Blassie, placing a Challenge Coin, POW/MIA bracelet, the American Flag, and the POW/MIA flag in his honor. It was a powerful moment that showed just how much they understood the importance of service and sacrifice.
We are proud of our students not only for what they learned, but for how they represented our district throughout the day.
👏 Thank you to Mrs. Luster and Mrs. Stephenson for creating such a meaningful experience for our students.
During the visit, students also paid their respects at the grave of Air Force 1st Lt. Michael Blassie, placing a Challenge Coin, POW/MIA bracelet, the American Flag, and the POW/MIA flag in his honor. It was a powerful moment that showed just how much they understood the importance of service and sacrifice.
We are proud of our students not only for what they learned, but for how they represented our district throughout the day.
👏 Thank you to Mrs. Luster and Mrs. Stephenson for creating such a meaningful experience for our students.
📣 Quick Reminder for Hillsboro R-3 Families
Have you completed your student’s Annual Online Registration yet?
We’re off to a great start, but we still need families to finish up before the deadline.
🗓️ Deadline: May 1
Each week, families who still need to complete registration will receive a reminder email through Infinite Campus. If that’s you, take a couple minutes today and get it checked off your list ✔️
💻 Log into Infinite Campus to complete your registration
This step is important to make sure your student is ready for the upcoming school year.
If you’ve already completed it: Thank you! 🙌
If not, now’s the perfect time.
Have you completed your student’s Annual Online Registration yet?
We’re off to a great start, but we still need families to finish up before the deadline.
🗓️ Deadline: May 1
Each week, families who still need to complete registration will receive a reminder email through Infinite Campus. If that’s you, take a couple minutes today and get it checked off your list ✔️
💻 Log into Infinite Campus to complete your registration
This step is important to make sure your student is ready for the upcoming school year.
If you’ve already completed it: Thank you! 🙌
If not, now’s the perfect time.
🍽️ Dish it out and let us know your thoughts.
Your feedback is the secret ingredient to making our school meals even better 👇
We want to hear from students AND families
What do you love? What could be better? What should we add?
📲 Take 1 minute to share your thoughts
✔️ Click the link
Link: https://qrflash.me/a/Q7G4r5
Your voice helps shape what’s on the menu every day. Let’s make it even better together!
Your feedback is the secret ingredient to making our school meals even better 👇
We want to hear from students AND families
What do you love? What could be better? What should we add?
📲 Take 1 minute to share your thoughts
✔️ Click the link
Link: https://qrflash.me/a/Q7G4r5
Your voice helps shape what’s on the menu every day. Let’s make it even better together!
📅 Hillsboro families, there will be no school from Friday, April 3 through Monday, April 6. District buildings will be closed during that time.
Classes will resume on Tuesday, April 7.
We hope everyone enjoys the long weekend and time with family.
We are bumping this up on the Live Feed so you can see it.
2026 Summer School Registration is now underway! Please make sure to read the forms carefully before you try and sign-up your student or students. All of the information on when class begins and ends each day for each grade level is also included in the google forms. Please be sure to choose the grade level your student will be in during the 2026-2027 school year.
You can find links below:
Kindergarten-4th Grade: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScObCMaFbYHAekiGFqdN_mEvPnXkOGUezG-QVOePVZQZJUhDg/viewform
5th-12th Grade: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeQpHhRbMN2AQolBLref-pQHwdwuzd_cqk4pzVIclejdgxNxg/viewform
***Driver's Ed will not be offered this summer****
2026 Summer School Registration is now underway! Please make sure to read the forms carefully before you try and sign-up your student or students. All of the information on when class begins and ends each day for each grade level is also included in the google forms. Please be sure to choose the grade level your student will be in during the 2026-2027 school year.
You can find links below:
Kindergarten-4th Grade: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScObCMaFbYHAekiGFqdN_mEvPnXkOGUezG-QVOePVZQZJUhDg/viewform
5th-12th Grade: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeQpHhRbMN2AQolBLref-pQHwdwuzd_cqk4pzVIclejdgxNxg/viewform
***Driver's Ed will not be offered this summer****
📚 Got books you’re done with?
Turn them into new ones.
Bring gently used books to your school library by April 23 and join us for the Hillsboro Book Swap on April 25.
🕘 9 AM – 1 PM
📍 Intermediate Boardroom
💬 Are you more into mystery, sports, or fantasy books?
Turn them into new ones.
Bring gently used books to your school library by April 23 and join us for the Hillsboro Book Swap on April 25.
🕘 9 AM – 1 PM
📍 Intermediate Boardroom
💬 Are you more into mystery, sports, or fantasy books?
