Hillsboro R-3 School District

Calling all future scientists, astronomers and space explorers!

Join us for Family Science Night: Solar System Science at Hillsboro High School!
Families can stop by for an evening of FREE, hands-on science activities — create sun prints, explore the phases of the moon, build a solar system model, discover constellations, experiment with light and even create your own alien!

📅 Thursday, Oct. 15
⏰ 3-7 p.m.
📍 Hillsboro High School — Room 222
🚀 All ages are welcome!

Email czapla_erin@hsdr3.org or morrell_stacy@hsdr3.org

Come explore, create and learn together. We hope to see you there!

Come on out this Friday and catch the boys soccer in action vs the visiting Northwest Lions. Only a few home games left in the season. #BoroBuilt

We are excited to welcome Lieutenant Colonel (retired) John Atwell as our guest speaker for the Veterans Assembly on November 13th.
Lieutenant Colonel Atwell is a 1997 Hillsboro High School graduate. He served 27 years in the Army.
We can’t wait to hear from Lieutenant Colonel Atwell!

A special day with some very special people!
Hillsboro Intermediate School welcomed grandparents and special guests for Grandparent/Special Person’s Day!
It’s a chance for our students to share a little bit of their school day with someone special. Getting a short tour of the school, enjoying a quick song performance, sitting and talking, enjoying a snack together and making a stop at the Book Fair.
Our students look forward to this tradition every year, and it’s easy to see why!
Here are a few moments from Mrs. Boyer’s and Mrs. Sansoucie’s classes. Thank you to all of our grandparents and special guests who spent part of their day with us!

The Frank Schultz Invitational is Saturday (10/3) starting at 8:30am.
Come support our Junior High and High School Cross Country runners!
The Farm will be showcased by 20 High School CC Teams and 10 Middle School CC Teams for the Frank Schultz Invitational!
Traveling Tom's will make a guest appearance along with Kona Ice. Also, we will have a small concession stand and t-shirts for sale

Apparently, a sense of humor is part of the job description at Hillsboro Primary.

The directions for National Bubble Gum Day were pretty simple: Grab a piece of gum. Blow the biggest bubble you can. Snap a picture. Send it to Principal Shannon Murray.

Teacher, para, custodian—it didn’t matter. Biggest bubble by the end of the day wins.
And the champion?
🏆 Custodian Heather Brock!

We’ll let you look through the pictures and figure out which bubble belongs to Heather. Trust us... you’ll know it when you see it.

Just another day at Hillsboro Primary—and another reminder that sometimes it’s OK to have a little fun at work.

October is getting busy. Here are four things worth putting on your calendar:

1. SOPHOMORE PARENT NIGHT: OCT. 6
Parents of sophomores, join us at 6 p.m. in the HHS Theatre. We’ll cover ATS programs, dual credit, A+, college visits, ACT information, early graduation and more.

2. FAFSA NIGHT: OCT. 27
Need help with the FAFSA? Come to the Intermediate Board Room at 6 p.m. Counselors and a representative from Scholarship Foundation STL will be there to help families through the process. Bring your own computer.

3. FALL FESTIVAL: OCT. 27TH
Something for students to work toward! Students who meet the attendance, grade and discipline requirements can enjoy games, prizes, food and drink trucks and more at The Farm.

4. COLLEGE & CAREER OPPORTUNITIES ARE COMING TO HHS
Duke. UMSL. Mizzou. Missouri State. Washington University. Missouri Baptist.
The Electricians Union. They’re all scheduled to visit HHS this month.
And that’s just four things. Check out the latest Counselor’s Office Newsletter for scholarships, ACT information, college trips, community resources and more.

Come join in on the fun of the Hillsboro Halloween Parade and Boo at the Barn! This is the ONLY Halloween Parade in the area! We have several opportunities to participate! Be a part of the parade, have a trunk in the trunk or treat, or volunteer for the event! This event is attended by so many families in our community, lets make it a spooktacular event for all!
Enter your trunk or register for the parade today!

Parade registration: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSetk4FgG7CGWSAB-yX_6BJ_gP8kfSp4Anj9r8yZ3cM4Ahx20g/viewform

TWO HOURS THAT COULD HELP YOU SAVE A LIFE.
Hillsboro R-3 is offering a Community & Staff CPR Class on Tuesday, October 13, and this is an opportunity for more than just our employees.
Students interested in babysitting, parents, grandparents, community members: there is no age requirement. Complete the two-hour class and earn a CPR certification that's good for two years.
📅 Tuesday, October 13
⏰ 6–8 p.m.
📍 Hillsboro Elementary Cafeteria
Space is limited and you MUST register in advance.
Here is a Google Form to sign-up and reserve your spot: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeuFgZRdmUd4Tu3mBfdsPWKldMpTx7RAiyaTK91te-MAhhvmQ/viewform


You never know when someone may need help. Two hours of your time could someday make all the difference

Time to brag on some of our Students of the Month at Hillsboro High School.
Also-- our students are leveling up. It takes a lot of hard work to get these awards.
We are proud of each and every one of our winners for the month of September.

Calling all creative crews, local groups, and community superstars! 🎃🚗

The Guardian Hawks PTO needs your trunk-decorating skills for Boo at the Barn! Grab your group or organization, deck out your ride, and help make Halloween magical for our littles. To kickstart the fun, the PTO is providing a giant starter bag of candy to every participating vehicle.

Ready to join the party? See the flyer to email to reserve your spot!

Here are four things students and families should have on their radar:

Junior Parent Night — Sept. 22nd
Parents and guardians of juniors are invited to the HHS Theatre at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 22. Counselors will cover graduation requirements, ACT dates, college planning, dual credit, A+, ATS programs and more.

Jefferson College Helping Seniors Apply — Sept. 22nd & 23rd
Planning to attend Jefferson College next year? Representatives from Jefferson College will be at HHS Sept. 22 and 23 to help seniors complete applications for the 2027 school year.

Homecoming Dance — Sept. 26th
The Homecoming Dance is set for Saturday, Sept. 26, from 7-10 p.m. at Hillsboro High School. Tickets are $20, with discounted tickets available for eligible Renaissance cardholders. Tickets must be purchased in advance and will not be sold at the door.

Manufacturing Day — Oct. 2nd
Students will have an opportunity to visit Jefferson College for Manufacturing Day. Students can explore careers in welding, precision machining technology and HVAC, see demonstrations and connect with local employers.

🏀 CALLING ALL FORMER HILLSBORO BOYS BASKETBALL PLAYERS! 🏀

It’s time to put the Hawks jersey back on.

Hillsboro High School is launching its first-ever Hawks Hoops Night on Friday, Nov. 20—and we want former Hawks back on the court for our inaugural Alumni Basketball Game!

Any former Hillsboro boys basketball player is invited to play. Whether it’s been a few years or a few decades, this is your chance to reconnect with former teammates, represent the Hawks again and be part of a new tradition.

Hawks Hoops Night begins at 5 p.m. with scrimmages featuring our 2026-27 teams, followed by a Staff vs. Seniors Game and then the Alumni Game. Alumni should arrive no later than 6:30 p.m.

💙 Minimum $20 donation to the basketball program
🏀 Open to all former Hillsboro boys basketball players
📅 Sign up by Friday, Nov. 6
📧 Questions? Coach DJ Hardy at hardy_dj@hsdr3.org

Former Hawks: Who’s ready to get back on the court?

👇 Sign up for the inaugural Alumni Game here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfM75QdmDuudVKgwA1_vh9ydZvDLZdlHdBcfM_urc-es2YYLw/viewform

Now seems like a good time to remind you about next Friday's Homecoming Parade!

The Hillsboro R-3 Homecoming Parade will begin at 2 p.m. Friday, Sept. 25th, and travel along Business 21.
Friday will also be an early release day. All Hillsboro R-3 schools will dismiss three hours earlier than their normal dismissal times.

Planning to have a float or participate in the parade? Please complete the parade registration form provided in this post as soon as possible. Registration closes Sunday. You will also notice we have a map of the route.
One important safety reminder: NOTHING may be thrown from a vehicle or float. Walkers may hand candy directly to children along the parade route. This rule is in place to prevent injuries and keep candy and other items from being run over or left along the roadway. Floats that do not follow this requirement will not be allowed to participate in future parades.

Parade participants should also remember:
Floats may not be dropped off until district buses have left the grounds, around noon. Follow the parade lineup information and do not park in front of Hillsboro High School.
Everyone riding on a float must remain seated. Please bring a trash bag and help clean up any trash or decorations near your group before leaving.

Want to be part of the parade? Complete the registration form here: https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLSetXEAVJivkaz.../viewform

Let’s fill Business 21 with Hawk Pride and make Homecoming 2026 a great celebration for our students, families and community!

CLASS OF 2028 PARENTS: Junior year matters.
College planning. ACT dates. Dual credit. A+. Graduation requirements. Campus visits. NCAA eligibility. Early graduation. Career programs.
There are a lot of decisions ahead, and now is the time to start planning.
Hillsboro High School is inviting Junior Class parents to Parent Night on Tuesday, September 22nd, at 6 p.m. in the HHS Theatre.
We'll walk through the information families need to know during junior year and help you understand the opportunities, requirements and important decisions coming before senior year arrives.
If you have a member of the Class of 2028, we hope you'll join us.
Tuesday, September 22nd
6 p.m.
Hillsboro High School Theatre

CLASS OF 2027 PARENTS: There’s a lot to know before graduation day gets here.
Scholarships. FAFSA. Graduation requirements. Senior deadlines. A+. Parent communication.
We’ll cover it all at Senior Parent Information Night.
Tuesday, September 15th
6 p.m.
HHS Theatre
The HHS Counseling Department, Senior Class Sponsors and A+ Coordinator will be there to help families understand what’s ahead. An expert from the St. Louis Scholarship Foundation will also share important information about financial aid and FAFSA.
If you have a senior, put this on your calendar now and plan to join us September 15th.
Come with your questions. Leave knowing what your senior needs to do next.

High school families, we know your inbox is full.

Between emails, texts, announcements, activities and everything else happening during the school year, it can be difficult to keep track of every opportunity and deadline.

So, we went through the latest Hillsboro High School Counseling Office newsletter for you. Here are four things parents and students should have on their radar right now.

1. Senior families, circle September 15th
If you have a senior, this is one meeting you'll want on your calendar.

Senior Parent Information Night is Tuesday, September 15th, at 6 p.m. in the Hillsboro High School Theatre. The Counseling Department, senior class sponsors and A+ coordinator will cover graduation requirements, important senior-year dates and deadlines, scholarships, financial aid and FAFSA, the A+ Program and the Parent Communication App.

In other words, if you've been wondering, "What do we need to be doing during senior year?" this is a good place to start.

2. College Fair brings 50+ schools together in one place 🎓
Students thinking about college have a big opportunity coming Thursday, September 17th.

Hillsboro High School students can attend the College Fair at Jefferson College, where representatives from more than 50 colleges and universities are expected.

Students can explore schools, majors and careers while talking directly with college representatives. The bus is scheduled to leave HHS at 8:30 a.m. and return around 10 a.m. Students need to have a parent sign them up through Infinite Campus.

And college representatives are coming to HHS, too. UMSL is scheduled to visit during lunch shifts on October 7, followed by Washington University on October 21 at 1 p.m.

3. ACT deadline approaching
Here's a date that's easy to miss: September 11th.

That's the registration deadline for the October 17th ACT. The next ACT listed in the Counseling Office newsletter is December 12, with a November 6 registration deadline.

If the ACT is part of your student's postsecondary plan, don't let that September 11th deadline sneak up on you.

4. Don't overlook scholarships and career opportunities
The Counseling Office maintains a scholarship spreadsheet and adds new opportunities as they are received. Students can also find scholarship information through their Google Classroom and morning announcements, and paper copies are available in the Counseling Office.

And not every opportunity is centered on a four-year university.

Manufacturing Day at Jefferson College is October 2nd and will give students an opportunity to explore careers through hands-on tours in Welding, Precision Machining Technology and HVAC, along with opportunities to connect with local employers. Jefferson College's Health Care Career Day follows on October 15th.

One more thing: Save these dates
Junior Parent Night is September 22nd from 6-8 p.m., Homecoming is September 25th with a three-hour early dismissal, the Homecoming Dance is September 26th at 7 p.m., and Sophomore Parent Night is October 6th from 6-8 p.m.

There's a lot happening at Hillsboro High School, but you don't have to remember it all at once.

For now, talk with your student about these four things and make sure the dates that matter to your family make it onto the calendar.

Calling our future Hillsboro Hawks cheerleaders!
The Hillsboro High School Cheer Team is inviting students in grades 1st-4th to take part in the Jr. Hawks Cheerleading Clinic on Saturday, October 24th.
SIGN-UP quickly through Infinite Campus because these camps fill up fast! The deadline to register is October 19th.
Participants will have the opportunity to learn from our Hillsboro High School cheerleaders and coaches, practice new skills and experience what it’s like to be part of the Hawks cheer program.
Take a look at the graphic for registration details and everything families need to know.
We’d love to see our Jr. Hawks there! #BoroBuilt

SAVE THE DATE! Our annual Hillsboro Primary Holiday Bazaar returns Saturday, November 7th, from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
It’s a great day to shop local vendors, find unique gifts and spend some time with our Hillsboro community.
Interested in being a vendor? Applications will be accepted September 2nd through October 30th. Booths are $45.

Here is the link to sign-up and be a vendor:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1vDhURHrl6IutvsAWbSMGFNxt6hBsLoI2/view?fbclid=IwY2xjawUEEwZwZG9mAWV4dG4DYWVtAjEwAGJyaWQRMXJRcnc5TGl3WkZzUHkxeFlzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeeR2KKRHZdMBEsFSEWp7uwe4FkSECiRnfMURd7E9tMv47hdf6M7LNBPrWR5w_aem_Wcyjpfz6L11LRVgIhHiKBA

Dear Vendor,
We are currently planning our Primary School Craft Fair. The craft fair
will be held on November 7, 2025 9am-1:30pm. The Vendor application window
is September 2, 2026 through October 30, 2026. Payment must be submitted
with the application to the Primary School Office.
The rental fee is $45.00 per 12ft booth. Please indicate on the
registration form if you need a table and/or electric. Vendors bringing their
own table must adhere to a maximum table length of 12 foot. Please note
that due to changes in booth size (14ft, 1 foot given on either side) exact
booth placement cannot be guaranteed from the past year.
The Primary Craft Fair is a community, family-friendly event. All
applications are subject to approval by the Primary Craft Fair
Chair/Committee. Applications that seek to sell or advertise items that are
obscene to minors or pervasively indecent/vulgar will be denied. Crafts,
antiques, home sales products, artwork, Christmas ornaments, or anything
else may be sold as long as it does not include alcohol, tobacco, firearms or
any other types of weapons.
Please provide a description of your products on the registration sheet
form. Once an application is accepted, an information packet will be mailed to
you with further instructions.
In addition, we will be offering a Friday evening set up from 5:00-7:00 this
year!
For more information, please call: 636-789-0050. We are looking forward
to hearing from you.
Sincerely,
Hillsboro Craft Fair Committee
Hillsboro Primary & Early Childhood
101 Leon Hall Parkway
Hillsboro, MO 63050
636-789-0050