🐰🥚 This Saturday, Hillsboro: don’t miss this!
The Hillsboro Annual Easter Egg Hunt is happening at Bridle Ridge Acres (The Farm) and it’s shaping up to be a great morning for families.
📅 Saturday, March 28
⏰ 11:00 AM
📍 Bridle Ridge Acres
🚗Park at Hillsboro Primary School/ Parking at the farm is limited to Handicap Parking.
✔️ 6,000+ eggs
🎁 100 prizes
🐇 Easter Bunny arriving before the hunt
This event is FREE thanks to amazing community sponsors.
And there’s more: The Lions Club will host a Beeping Egg Hunt at noon for children with visual impairments.
The Hillsboro Annual Easter Egg Hunt is happening at Bridle Ridge Acres (The Farm) and it’s shaping up to be a great morning for families.
📅 Saturday, March 28
⏰ 11:00 AM
📍 Bridle Ridge Acres
🚗Park at Hillsboro Primary School/ Parking at the farm is limited to Handicap Parking.
✔️ 6,000+ eggs
🎁 100 prizes
🐇 Easter Bunny arriving before the hunt
This event is FREE thanks to amazing community sponsors.
And there’s more: The Lions Club will host a Beeping Egg Hunt at noon for children with visual impairments.
Baseball season is here!!!
Join us as we celebrate Cardinals Opening Day on Thursday, March 26th! Students are invited to wear red, a Cardinals shirt, or any fan gear to show their team spirit. Let's fill the school with red and cheer on the Cardinals!
*** NO Face Paint***
Join us as we celebrate Cardinals Opening Day on Thursday, March 26th! Students are invited to wear red, a Cardinals shirt, or any fan gear to show their team spirit. Let's fill the school with red and cheer on the Cardinals!
*** NO Face Paint***
Have you signed-up your student(s) for the 2026-2027 school year?
Families in the Hillsboro R-3 School District can now start using the Annual Online Registration page for the 2026–27 school year.
Here is the link to sign-up: https://www.hsdr3.org/page/annualregistration
The registration window opens March 23 and runs through May 1, giving parents and guardians of current students, time to review and update important information for their students before the next school year begins.
Families in the Hillsboro R-3 School District can now start using the Annual Online Registration page for the 2026–27 school year.
Here is the link to sign-up: https://www.hsdr3.org/page/annualregistration
The registration window opens March 23 and runs through May 1, giving parents and guardians of current students, time to review and update important information for their students before the next school year begins.
Please help us congratulate two exceptional members of our elementary school family!
Teacher of the Year: Mrs. Krista Ray, third grade teacher
Staff Member of the Year: Mrs. Laura Parmeley, building secretary.
We are excited to celebrate Krista and Laura for their hard work, dedication, and the positive difference they make in our school everyday!
A special shoutout to all of our nominees!!!
Natalie Fank
Ronda Harrison
Amanda Fischer
Molly Alexander
Jennifer Rohn
Denise Bradley
Lisa Wanner
Jamie Moss
Tracey Johnson
Teacher of the Year: Mrs. Krista Ray, third grade teacher
Staff Member of the Year: Mrs. Laura Parmeley, building secretary.
We are excited to celebrate Krista and Laura for their hard work, dedication, and the positive difference they make in our school everyday!
A special shoutout to all of our nominees!!!
Natalie Fank
Ronda Harrison
Amanda Fischer
Molly Alexander
Jennifer Rohn
Denise Bradley
Lisa Wanner
Jamie Moss
Tracey Johnson
Join us on Wednesday, March 25th at Texas Roadhouse in Festus for a Dine to Donate Night benefiting Hillsboro Elementary Students and Staff!
Flyers will be sent home the week of March 23rd. Be sure to bring your flyer and present it at the restaurant to ensure your visit counts toward our fundraiser.
Flyers will be sent home the week of March 23rd. Be sure to bring your flyer and present it at the restaurant to ensure your visit counts toward our fundraiser.
✍️For your planning purposes this week:
😀We have school Monday and Tuesday.
👩🏫🧑🏫Teachers will be on a Professional Development Day on
👉Wednesday, March 18th.
🙌Spoiler Alert: This means no school for students on March 18th!
👉Thursday, March 19th & 20th: Students and Teachers will be on Spring Break.
🏖️Relax. Be Safe. Have Fun.
😀We have school Monday and Tuesday.
👩🏫🧑🏫Teachers will be on a Professional Development Day on
👉Wednesday, March 18th.
🙌Spoiler Alert: This means no school for students on March 18th!
👉Thursday, March 19th & 20th: Students and Teachers will be on Spring Break.
🏖️Relax. Be Safe. Have Fun.
Families in the Hillsboro R-3 School District are about a week away from the start of Annual Online Registration for the 2026–27 school year. The registration window opens March 23 and runs through May 1, giving parents and guardians of current students, time to review and update important information for their students before the next school year begins.
Here is a link to the website where you can register students: https://www.hsdr3.org/page/annualregistration
Annual Online Registration is required for all returning students and is completed through the Infinite Campus Parent Portal. During the process, families will verify and update items such as contact information, emergency contacts, health information, transportation details and required district agreements.
One of the most important steps families should prepare for ahead of time is providing a current proof of residency. The document must be from the current billing cycle or within the last 30 days, and it can be uploaded directly into the system as a photo or PDF.
Families who do not currently have proof of residency in their own name and are living with another household in the district will need to complete a District Affidavit of Residency form, which requires notarized signatures and supporting documentation.
Here is a link to the website where you can register students: https://www.hsdr3.org/page/annualregistration
Annual Online Registration is required for all returning students and is completed through the Infinite Campus Parent Portal. During the process, families will verify and update items such as contact information, emergency contacts, health information, transportation details and required district agreements.
One of the most important steps families should prepare for ahead of time is providing a current proof of residency. The document must be from the current billing cycle or within the last 30 days, and it can be uploaded directly into the system as a photo or PDF.
Families who do not currently have proof of residency in their own name and are living with another household in the district will need to complete a District Affidavit of Residency form, which requires notarized signatures and supporting documentation.
⚠ BOIL ORDER MONDAY
The HIllsboro R-3 Elementary, Hillsboro R-3 Intermediate and Hillsboro R-3 Junior High will be under a boil order on Monday, March 16, 2026. All buildings will have a supply of water for students; however, we encourage sending your student with a water bottle.
The HIllsboro R-3 Elementary, Hillsboro R-3 Intermediate and Hillsboro R-3 Junior High will be under a boil order on Monday, March 16, 2026. All buildings will have a supply of water for students; however, we encourage sending your student with a water bottle.
In case you missed it!
It's time to share some key dates for the 2026-2027 School year. The picture below illustrates the full calendar.
📚 First Day of School
Students will begin the new school year on Monday, August 24th, 2026.
Missouri law requires public school districts to set their opening date no earlier than 14 calendar days before the first Monday in September. The law was originally implemented to accommodate the Missouri State Fair and support local tourism. While it can create scheduling challenges (especially when districts must meet the required 1,044 hours of instruction) Hillsboro R-3 has structured the calendar to ensure students receive the instructional time they need.
🦃 Thanksgiving Break
There will be no school November 25th–27th, 2026, for Thanksgiving Break.
Students will be dismissed at the end of the day on Tuesday, November 24th, and will return to class on Monday, November 30th, 2026.
🎄 Christmas Break
Christmas Break begins after an early dismissal on Tuesday, December 22nd, 2026, which is also the last day of the first semester.
Students will be off from December 23rd, 2026 through January 4th, 2027, and classes will resume on Tuesday, January 5th, 2027.
🌷 Spring Break
Spring Break is scheduled for March 22nd–29th, 2027.
Students will return to school on Tuesday, March 30th, 2027.
🎓 Tentative Last Day of School
The tentative last day of school is Wednesday, May 26th, 2027.
As always, this date could shift if additional snow days or emergency closures occur during the year.
⏰ Weekly Late Start Reminder
Families will also notice that Wednesdays are designated as a one-hour late start day throughout the school year. This consistent schedule allows for important staff collaboration and professional learning while maintaining instructional hours for students.
The full 2026–2027 calendar is attached for your reference. We encourage families to review it and mark important dates as you begin planning for the upcoming school year.
It's time to share some key dates for the 2026-2027 School year. The picture below illustrates the full calendar.
📚 First Day of School
Students will begin the new school year on Monday, August 24th, 2026.
Missouri law requires public school districts to set their opening date no earlier than 14 calendar days before the first Monday in September. The law was originally implemented to accommodate the Missouri State Fair and support local tourism. While it can create scheduling challenges (especially when districts must meet the required 1,044 hours of instruction) Hillsboro R-3 has structured the calendar to ensure students receive the instructional time they need.
🦃 Thanksgiving Break
There will be no school November 25th–27th, 2026, for Thanksgiving Break.
Students will be dismissed at the end of the day on Tuesday, November 24th, and will return to class on Monday, November 30th, 2026.
🎄 Christmas Break
Christmas Break begins after an early dismissal on Tuesday, December 22nd, 2026, which is also the last day of the first semester.
Students will be off from December 23rd, 2026 through January 4th, 2027, and classes will resume on Tuesday, January 5th, 2027.
🌷 Spring Break
Spring Break is scheduled for March 22nd–29th, 2027.
Students will return to school on Tuesday, March 30th, 2027.
🎓 Tentative Last Day of School
The tentative last day of school is Wednesday, May 26th, 2027.
As always, this date could shift if additional snow days or emergency closures occur during the year.
⏰ Weekly Late Start Reminder
Families will also notice that Wednesdays are designated as a one-hour late start day throughout the school year. This consistent schedule allows for important staff collaboration and professional learning while maintaining instructional hours for students.
The full 2026–2027 calendar is attached for your reference. We encourage families to review it and mark important dates as you begin planning for the upcoming school year.
Here's a reminder for K–6 Families!
Happening Tonight: There’s one final opportunity to attend an in-person parent meeting about our new Before & After School program, Right At School.
📅 Wednesday, March 4th
⏰ 6:00–7:00 PM
📍 Primary School Cafeteria
Learn about flexible scheduling, summer programming, drop-in options, discounts, and how this partnership will expand care opportunities for Hillsboro families with no increase in current rates.
If you missed the virtual sessions, this is your chance to ask questions and get the details before registration opens March 9th.
We hope to see you there!
🐾LIVE Search Dogs. Real Demonstrations. One Night Only.
Join us for Family Science Night with Gateway Search Dogs and see science in action.
📅 Thursday, March 12
⏰ 4–7 PM (🚪 Doors open at 3 PM)
📍 Room 224 – Hillsboro High School
🐶 5–6 professionally trained search dogs
🧭 Trailing demonstrations
🔎 Live find scenarios
🧪 Human remains detection skills
The dogs will rotate through classrooms so you can experience multiple demonstrations up close.
Bring the kids. Bring your curiosity.
Come and go as your schedule allows.
Join us for Family Science Night with Gateway Search Dogs and see science in action.
📅 Thursday, March 12
⏰ 4–7 PM (🚪 Doors open at 3 PM)
📍 Room 224 – Hillsboro High School
🐶 5–6 professionally trained search dogs
🧭 Trailing demonstrations
🔎 Live find scenarios
🧪 Human remains detection skills
The dogs will rotate through classrooms so you can experience multiple demonstrations up close.
Bring the kids. Bring your curiosity.
Come and go as your schedule allows.
📣 K–5 Families: One More Chance!
There’s still one final opportunity to attend an in-person parent meeting about our new Before & After School program, Right At School.
📅 Wednesday, March 4th
⏰ 6:00–7:00 PM
📍 Primary School Cafeteria
Learn about flexible scheduling, summer programming, drop-in options, discounts, and how this partnership will expand care opportunities for Hillsboro families with no increase in current rates.
If you missed the virtual sessions, this is your chance to ask questions and get the details before registration opens March 9th.
We hope to see you there!
There’s still one final opportunity to attend an in-person parent meeting about our new Before & After School program, Right At School.
📅 Wednesday, March 4th
⏰ 6:00–7:00 PM
📍 Primary School Cafeteria
Learn about flexible scheduling, summer programming, drop-in options, discounts, and how this partnership will expand care opportunities for Hillsboro families with no increase in current rates.
If you missed the virtual sessions, this is your chance to ask questions and get the details before registration opens March 9th.
We hope to see you there!
Read Across America Week is March 2-6th! Help us celebrate the love of reading with fun dress up days!
Monday 3/2: Pajama Day
Tuesday 3/3: Neon or Bright Colors
Wednesday 3/4: Sports Attire
Thursday 3/5: Dress up as your favorite Book Character
Friday 3/6: Blue and White Day
Monday 3/2: Pajama Day
Tuesday 3/3: Neon or Bright Colors
Wednesday 3/4: Sports Attire
Thursday 3/5: Dress up as your favorite Book Character
Friday 3/6: Blue and White Day
Hillsboro Elementary Spring Pictures are this Thursday, February 26, 2026.
To Pre Order, use the link below.
Pre-Order Online: www.WagnerPortraitGroup.com
Pre-Order Password: 4E5T9Y6X
❤️ You Could Save a Life.
Join us for our Community & Staff CPR Class on
📅 Wednesday, March 18
⏰ 6:00–8:00 PM
📍 Hillsboro R-3 Primary School Cafeteria
🔗Register below!
This class is open to everyone — including students. Our nurses are often asked if younger students can participate, and the answer is yes. The younger, the better.
Learning CPR gives you the confidence and skills to act in an emergency. We hope you’ll save the date and consider joining us.
Sign-Up Here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeuFgZRdmUd4Tu3mBfdsPWKldMpTx7RAiyaTK91te-MAhhvmQ/viewform
Join us for our Community & Staff CPR Class on
📅 Wednesday, March 18
⏰ 6:00–8:00 PM
📍 Hillsboro R-3 Primary School Cafeteria
🔗Register below!
This class is open to everyone — including students. Our nurses are often asked if younger students can participate, and the answer is yes. The younger, the better.
Learning CPR gives you the confidence and skills to act in an emergency. We hope you’ll save the date and consider joining us.
Sign-Up Here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeuFgZRdmUd4Tu3mBfdsPWKldMpTx7RAiyaTK91te-MAhhvmQ/viewform
It's Your Choice: Teacher of the Year nominations now open across Hillsboro R-III
Hillsboro R-III School District Communications
Here is a link to an online form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeLSw1v38RMc6rgZXE46b05tnpNH4EcaNsbzQ8VVFzBsH9p7Q/viewform
Each year, the Hillsboro R-III School District honors outstanding educators by recognizing one full-time classroom teacher, librarian, guidance counselor or similar position from each building to compete for the title of District Teacher of the Year. The program highlights educators who demonstrate excellence in teaching, dedication to students and a positive impact on their school community.
Nominations are open to peers, students, parents or guardians, and district patrons. Nomination forms must be submitted by March 6, 2026. A finalist will be selected from each attendance center, with the District Teacher of the Year chosen by a district committee.
Hillsboro R-III School District Communications
Here is a link to an online form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeLSw1v38RMc6rgZXE46b05tnpNH4EcaNsbzQ8VVFzBsH9p7Q/viewform
Each year, the Hillsboro R-III School District honors outstanding educators by recognizing one full-time classroom teacher, librarian, guidance counselor or similar position from each building to compete for the title of District Teacher of the Year. The program highlights educators who demonstrate excellence in teaching, dedication to students and a positive impact on their school community.
Nominations are open to peers, students, parents or guardians, and district patrons. Nomination forms must be submitted by March 6, 2026. A finalist will be selected from each attendance center, with the District Teacher of the Year chosen by a district committee.
No worries: We've got you covered. This video will show you how to sign-up for your student for Kindergarten Registration in 2026.
New to the Hillsboro R-3 School District (New Hawk Families) Registration starts February 9th.
If your child is currently enrolled in the Early Childhood Center and they are going to be in Kindergarten in the fall of 2026, Kindergarten registration begins March 23rd.
*If you have an incoming Kindergarten student who is not currently attending the Hillsboro Early Childhood Center, you need to set up an in-person screening appointment.
New Student Enrollment? Here's a Link: https://www.hsdr3.org/page/new-student-enrollment
This YouTube Link walks you through the process: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OKVAPMfZNYc&t=2s
Here's what you need to know:
New Student-Kindergarten Online Registration begins February 9th while current Early Childhood Center students preparing for Kindergarten can enroll on March 23rd
Children must be 5 years old by July 31, 2026 to enroll
March 12th: In-Person Screening from 4p-8p on March 12th (By Appointment Only)
April 25th: In-Person Screening from 8:30a-3:30p (By Appointment Only)
Current Early Childhood Center Students don't need screening appointments
Call 636.789.0050 to make a screening appointment
New to the Hillsboro R-3 School District (New Hawk Families) Registration starts February 9th.
If your child is currently enrolled in the Early Childhood Center and they are going to be in Kindergarten in the fall of 2026, Kindergarten registration begins March 23rd.
*If you have an incoming Kindergarten student who is not currently attending the Hillsboro Early Childhood Center, you need to set up an in-person screening appointment.
New Student Enrollment? Here's a Link: https://www.hsdr3.org/page/new-student-enrollment
This YouTube Link walks you through the process: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OKVAPMfZNYc&t=2s
Here's what you need to know:
New Student-Kindergarten Online Registration begins February 9th while current Early Childhood Center students preparing for Kindergarten can enroll on March 23rd
Children must be 5 years old by July 31, 2026 to enroll
March 12th: In-Person Screening from 4p-8p on March 12th (By Appointment Only)
April 25th: In-Person Screening from 8:30a-3:30p (By Appointment Only)
Current Early Childhood Center Students don't need screening appointments
Call 636.789.0050 to make a screening appointment
Now is a great time to make your choice for the Hawk Award: Outstanding Service to School or Community!
The award recognizes employees and volunteers who have demonstrated exceptional achievement, dedication, or service to the Hillsboro R-III School District or the broader community.
Here is the link to vote: https://aptg.co/cMfrmL
Please send the form in an attachment to noack_betsy@hsdr3.org
If you know someone whose dedication, leadership, or service truly embodies the Hawk spirit, we encourage you to submit a nomination. Forms are available in all district offices. Click on the story below for the link to nominate.
Completed nomination forms may be sent to Betsy Noack at the Central Office by mail or email at noack_betsy@hsdr3.org.
Central Office mailing address is:
Hillsboro District Office
100 Leon Hall Parkway
Hillsboro, MO 63050
📅 Nomination deadline: Friday, Feb. 20, 2026
Let’s take a moment to recognize the individuals who make Hillsboro R-III a stronger, more caring place—one Hawk at a time
The award recognizes employees and volunteers who have demonstrated exceptional achievement, dedication, or service to the Hillsboro R-III School District or the broader community.
Here is the link to vote: https://aptg.co/cMfrmL
Please send the form in an attachment to noack_betsy@hsdr3.org
If you know someone whose dedication, leadership, or service truly embodies the Hawk spirit, we encourage you to submit a nomination. Forms are available in all district offices. Click on the story below for the link to nominate.
Completed nomination forms may be sent to Betsy Noack at the Central Office by mail or email at noack_betsy@hsdr3.org.
Central Office mailing address is:
Hillsboro District Office
100 Leon Hall Parkway
Hillsboro, MO 63050
📅 Nomination deadline: Friday, Feb. 20, 2026
Let’s take a moment to recognize the individuals who make Hillsboro R-III a stronger, more caring place—one Hawk at a time
Hillsboro R-3 is hiring FULL-TIME SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS!
Link to application: https://www.applitrack.com/hsdr3/onlineapp/default.aspx...
Pay: $19.75–$28.50/hr
Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance & PTO
Schedule: AM and PM routes + assigned trips
If you love working with kids, want stable hours, and enjoy being part of the school community, we want to meet you!
Link to application: https://www.applitrack.com/hsdr3/onlineapp/default.aspx...
Pay: $19.75–$28.50/hr
Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance & PTO
Schedule: AM and PM routes + assigned trips
If you love working with kids, want stable hours, and enjoy being part of the school community, we want to meet you!
It's Your Choice: Teacher of the Year nominations now open across Hillsboro R-III
Each year, the Hillsboro R-III School District honors outstanding educators by recognizing one full-time classroom teacher, librarian, guidance counselor or similar position from each building to compete for the title of District Teacher of the Year. The program highlights educators who demonstrate excellence in teaching, dedication to students and a positive impact on their school community.
Nominations are open to peers, students, parents or guardians, and district patrons. Nomination forms must be submitted by March 6, 2026. A finalist will be selected from each attendance center, with the District Teacher of the Year chosen by a district committee.
Nomination forms can be completed online at this link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeLSw1v38RMc6rgZXE46b05tnpNH4EcaNsbzQ8VVFzBsH9p7Q/viewform
Each year, the Hillsboro R-III School District honors outstanding educators by recognizing one full-time classroom teacher, librarian, guidance counselor or similar position from each building to compete for the title of District Teacher of the Year. The program highlights educators who demonstrate excellence in teaching, dedication to students and a positive impact on their school community.
Nominations are open to peers, students, parents or guardians, and district patrons. Nomination forms must be submitted by March 6, 2026. A finalist will be selected from each attendance center, with the District Teacher of the Year chosen by a district committee.
Nomination forms can be completed online at this link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeLSw1v38RMc6rgZXE46b05tnpNH4EcaNsbzQ8VVFzBsH9p7Q/viewform
