More than 900 people have already weighed in. Tomorrow night, it’s your turn.
What should Hillsboro R-3 Schools look like 5, 10 or even 20 years from now?
What should we prioritize when it comes to our buildings, student safety, learning environments and the opportunities we provide the next generation of Hawks?
Those conversations are happening NOW, and we don’t want you to miss your opportunity to be part of them.
No decisions have been made. That’s exactly why tomorrow night matters.
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT SESSION
Thursday, August 27
6:30 p.m.
Hillsboro Intermediate School
Board of Education Room
Parents. Employees. Taxpayers. Business owners. Alumni. Community members. Everyone is welcome.
Bring your spouse. Bring a neighbor. Bring a friend.
The decisions made in the years ahead could shape Hillsboro R-3 for generations.
Don’t wait until decisions are made to tell us what you think. Help shape the conversation now.
Your schools. Your community. Your voice matters.
What should Hillsboro R-3 Schools look like 5, 10 or even 20 years from now?
What should we prioritize when it comes to our buildings, student safety, learning environments and the opportunities we provide the next generation of Hawks?
Those conversations are happening NOW, and we don’t want you to miss your opportunity to be part of them.
No decisions have been made. That’s exactly why tomorrow night matters.
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT SESSION
Thursday, August 27
6:30 p.m.
Hillsboro Intermediate School
Board of Education Room
Parents. Employees. Taxpayers. Business owners. Alumni. Community members. Everyone is welcome.
Bring your spouse. Bring a neighbor. Bring a friend.
The decisions made in the years ahead could shape Hillsboro R-3 for generations.
Don’t wait until decisions are made to tell us what you think. Help shape the conversation now.
Your schools. Your community. Your voice matters.
Breakfast & Lunch Prices for 2026-2027 are as follows: A full student breakfast (K–12) is $2.45, with reduced breakfast priced at $0.30. Lunch prices vary by grade level, with K–6 meals at $3.45 and grades 7–12 meals at $3.70. Reduced-price lunches remain at $0.40. Students may also purchase individual items such as an entrée a side, or milk.
Adult meals are also available in all cafeterias. The cost is $2.95 for breakfast and $4.75 for lunch. Flyers with these updated prices are posted in each of our cafeterias, but we encourage families to review them in advance to help plan for the school year.
Adult meals are also available in all cafeterias. The cost is $2.95 for breakfast and $4.75 for lunch. Flyers with these updated prices are posted in each of our cafeterias, but we encourage families to review them in advance to help plan for the school year.
Just a reminder.
Yes. We will have late start Wednesdays in 2026-2027.
The first one happens tomorrow, Wednesday, August 26th.
Yes. We will have late start Wednesdays in 2026-2027.
The first one happens tomorrow, Wednesday, August 26th.
A new school year brings some new faces and some familiar ones back home!
Our students have returned, and we’re excited to welcome an outstanding group of educators to the Hillsboro R-3 family.
Different backgrounds. Different experiences. But they all have a few things in common: They’re great educators, they care about kids, and they’re excited to be Hillsboro Hawks.
Help us give our newest teachers a big Hawk Nation welcome!
Welcome to Hillsboro R-3. We’re glad you’re here
Our students have returned, and we’re excited to welcome an outstanding group of educators to the Hillsboro R-3 family.
Different backgrounds. Different experiences. But they all have a few things in common: They’re great educators, they care about kids, and they’re excited to be Hillsboro Hawks.
Help us give our newest teachers a big Hawk Nation welcome!
Welcome to Hillsboro R-3. We’re glad you’re here
We thoroughly enjoyed having students back in class for the first day of school! Let's make it a great week. Remember, it's a brand new day and a brand new school year!
LAST CALL: We need your voice before the survey closes August 19th.
What should Hillsboro R-3 look like 5, 10, or even 20 years from now?
This is your opportunity to help answer that question.
Our Community Survey closes Wednesday, August 19th, making this your final chance to provide feedback through the online survey as part of our Facilities Master Planning process.
No decisions have been made. We are still listening.
We want to hear from parents, employees, taxpayers, business owners, grandparents, alumni, and community members about the future of our schools, including our long-term facility, safety, and operational needs.
Take the survey before August 19th: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/HillsboroR3PlanningNest
And the conversation doesn't end when the survey closes.
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT SESSION
Thursday, August 27, 2026
6:30 p.m.
Hillsboro Intermediate School
Board of Education Room
Come hear more about the planning process, ask questions, share your ideas, and be part of the conversation about where Hillsboro R-3 goes from here.
Take the survey. Come to the meeting. Make your voice heard.
The future of Hillsboro R-3 belongs to this community. Help us plan it together.
If you live in the Hillsboro R-3 School District, we want to hear from you.
Parents. Employees. Taxpayers. Grandparents. Business owners. Alumni. Community members.
This survey is for all of you.
As Hillsboro R-3 evaluates the future needs of our schools, we want every District resident to have an opportunity to share what they believe should be priorities for the years ahead.
The survey has been shared throughout our community on social media and was mailed to every household in the District in the latest edition of The Nest.
But we're not finished listening.
The survey is still open, and if you haven't participated, we hope you'll take a few minutes to do so today.
Take the survey:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/HillsboroR3PlanningNest
Then, continue the conversation with us in person.
COMMUNITY INFORMATION SESSION
Thursday, August 27
6:30 p.m.
Hillsboro Intermediate School, Board of Education Room
Parents. Employees. Taxpayers. Grandparents. Business owners. Alumni. Community members.
This survey is for all of you.
As Hillsboro R-3 evaluates the future needs of our schools, we want every District resident to have an opportunity to share what they believe should be priorities for the years ahead.
The survey has been shared throughout our community on social media and was mailed to every household in the District in the latest edition of The Nest.
But we're not finished listening.
The survey is still open, and if you haven't participated, we hope you'll take a few minutes to do so today.
Take the survey:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/HillsboroR3PlanningNest
Then, continue the conversation with us in person.
COMMUNITY INFORMATION SESSION
Thursday, August 27
6:30 p.m.
Hillsboro Intermediate School, Board of Education Room
When is Open House at my school?
What about important vacation dates for the 2026-2027 school year?
Link to Open House and vacation dates: https://www.hsdr3.org/article/3027035
What about important vacation dates for the 2026-2027 school year?
Link to Open House and vacation dates: https://www.hsdr3.org/article/3027035
Just when you thought you've heard everything there is to know about Dr. Bill Murphy, you learn something new about his approach to making learning fun. You'll probably head over to his YouTube Channel (Murf Math) after watching this episode. Dr. Murphy also has information to get students and parents ready for life at Hillsboro Jr. High during the 2026-2027 School Year!
Link to Dr. Murphy's appearance on Hawk Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AqH8R2jIQu8
Link to Dr. Murphy's appearance on Hawk Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AqH8R2jIQu8
Parents... this is one post you'll want to save!
Planning a family vacation during the holidays or spring break? Scheduling appointments?
We've put together a 2026-2027 Student Vacation Planner that highlights every extended school break and school holiday throughout the year, making it easier to plan ahead.
Whether you're looking for a long weekend or planning your next family getaway, this quick reference guide has you covered.
✔ Labor Day Weekend
✔ Thanksgiving Break
✔ Christmas Break
✔ Spring Break
✔ Holiday weekends
✔ Teacher Professional Development Days
Take a screenshot, save this post, or share it with family members who help care for your children.
Here's to a great 2026-2027 school year!
Planning a family vacation during the holidays or spring break? Scheduling appointments?
We've put together a 2026-2027 Student Vacation Planner that highlights every extended school break and school holiday throughout the year, making it easier to plan ahead.
Whether you're looking for a long weekend or planning your next family getaway, this quick reference guide has you covered.
✔ Labor Day Weekend
✔ Thanksgiving Break
✔ Christmas Break
✔ Spring Break
✔ Holiday weekends
✔ Teacher Professional Development Days
Take a screenshot, save this post, or share it with family members who help care for your children.
Here's to a great 2026-2027 school year!
The future of Hillsboro R-3 won't be shaped by one person. It will be shaped by a community.
Tuesday, July 21st, we had a great turnout for our first Community Engagement Session, and one thing became clear: the people of Hillsboro care deeply about our schools.
Parents, employees, taxpayers, and community members came together to share ideas about our school buildings, student safety, learning environments, and the educational experiences we want to provide for the next generation of Hawks.
If you joined us, thank you. Your ideas matter.
If you couldn't attend, there's still time to have your voice heard.
Our next Community Engagement Session will be held:
Thursday, August 27
6:30 p.m.
Board of Education Room
Hillsboro Intermediate School
No decisions have been made. That's exactly why your participation is so important.
The choices we make in the years ahead will impact students, families, staff, and our entire community for generations to come. Before those conversations move forward, we want to hear from as many people as possible.
Bring your spouse. Bring your neighbors. Bring your friends. If you care about the future of education in Hillsboro, we hope you'll join us.
If you haven't already, please take a few minutes to complete our community survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/HillsboroR3Planning
You can also watch the full July 21st Community Engagement Session on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0XiKi7BbVh4
Tuesday, July 21st, we had a great turnout for our first Community Engagement Session, and one thing became clear: the people of Hillsboro care deeply about our schools.
Parents, employees, taxpayers, and community members came together to share ideas about our school buildings, student safety, learning environments, and the educational experiences we want to provide for the next generation of Hawks.
If you joined us, thank you. Your ideas matter.
If you couldn't attend, there's still time to have your voice heard.
Our next Community Engagement Session will be held:
Thursday, August 27
6:30 p.m.
Board of Education Room
Hillsboro Intermediate School
No decisions have been made. That's exactly why your participation is so important.
The choices we make in the years ahead will impact students, families, staff, and our entire community for generations to come. Before those conversations move forward, we want to hear from as many people as possible.
Bring your spouse. Bring your neighbors. Bring your friends. If you care about the future of education in Hillsboro, we hope you'll join us.
If you haven't already, please take a few minutes to complete our community survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/HillsboroR3Planning
You can also watch the full July 21st Community Engagement Session on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0XiKi7BbVh4
📚 The Wait Is Almost Over...
Find Out Your Child's Teacher!
K-6 Families: Watch Infinite Campus Messages on Monday, July 20th!
Find Out Your Child's Teacher!
K-6 Families: Watch Infinite Campus Messages on Monday, July 20th!
Every great school year starts with great people.
This week, nearly 20 new educators took their first steps as members of the Hillsboro R-3 family.
Some are returning home as proud Hillsboro graduates. Others are joining us from outside the district or coming back to the teaching profession. But today, they all became part of something special.
They experienced what it means to be a Destination District, met the people they'll be working alongside, and discovered why we're proud to call ourselves #BoroBuilt.
In just a few weeks, they'll be welcoming students into their classrooms and helping shape the future of Hillsboro R-3.
Please join us in welcoming our newest educators to Hawk Nation!
This week, nearly 20 new educators took their first steps as members of the Hillsboro R-3 family.
Some are returning home as proud Hillsboro graduates. Others are joining us from outside the district or coming back to the teaching profession. But today, they all became part of something special.
They experienced what it means to be a Destination District, met the people they'll be working alongside, and discovered why we're proud to call ourselves #BoroBuilt.
In just a few weeks, they'll be welcoming students into their classrooms and helping shape the future of Hillsboro R-3.
Please join us in welcoming our newest educators to Hawk Nation!
The best school boards never stop learning.
The Hillsboro R-3 Board of Education has been recognized as one of only 26 school boards in Missouri to receive the 2026 Missouri School Boards' Association Governance Team Award.
The award recognizes school boards and superintendents who go beyond the basics by investing in professional development, leadership training, community engagement, and advocacy for public education.
Behind every important decision is a commitment to learning, collaboration, and serving students, staff, and taxpayers.
Congratulations to our Board of Education and Superintendent Dr. Jon Isaacson on this outstanding achievement.
The Hillsboro R-3 Board of Education has been recognized as one of only 26 school boards in Missouri to receive the 2026 Missouri School Boards' Association Governance Team Award.
The award recognizes school boards and superintendents who go beyond the basics by investing in professional development, leadership training, community engagement, and advocacy for public education.
Behind every important decision is a commitment to learning, collaboration, and serving students, staff, and taxpayers.
Congratulations to our Board of Education and Superintendent Dr. Jon Isaacson on this outstanding achievement.
Did you know the Hillsboro R-3 School District has a podcast?
It's called Hawk Talk. Every show is available on our YouTube Channel and on your favorite podcast platform.
Each week we talk about the important things that are happening across our district. Since we're in the middle of summer, we're tackling everything from how we budget for the future and the planning involved to make sure all students are well-equipped to learn when the school year begins.
Link to watch Episode 2 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iv6j-sMYs5E&t=479s
It's called Hawk Talk. Every show is available on our YouTube Channel and on your favorite podcast platform.
Each week we talk about the important things that are happening across our district. Since we're in the middle of summer, we're tackling everything from how we budget for the future and the planning involved to make sure all students are well-equipped to learn when the school year begins.
Link to watch Episode 2 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iv6j-sMYs5E&t=479s
When is Open House?
Ask and you shall receive.
In order of each grade level, here’s when our series of Open Houses will take place.
Ask and you shall receive.
In order of each grade level, here’s when our series of Open Houses will take place.
Hawk Pride has a way of coming full circle.
Please join us in welcoming Ms. Jennifer Welker to Hillsboro High School as our newest Assistant Principal. A proud Hillsboro High School graduate, Jennifer returns to her alma mater after serving as Dean of Students at Hillsboro Intermediate School and building a reputation as a caring, student-centered leader. Many of you may already know Ms. Welker but let's take a closer look at what brought her back as a leader to Hillsboro High School.
Her passion for education, strong relationships with students, and commitment to helping every child succeed make her a wonderful addition to the Hillsboro High School leadership team. Welcome to Hillsboro High School, Ms. Welker! #BoroBuilt
Please join us in welcoming Ms. Jennifer Welker to Hillsboro High School as our newest Assistant Principal. A proud Hillsboro High School graduate, Jennifer returns to her alma mater after serving as Dean of Students at Hillsboro Intermediate School and building a reputation as a caring, student-centered leader. Many of you may already know Ms. Welker but let's take a closer look at what brought her back as a leader to Hillsboro High School.
Her passion for education, strong relationships with students, and commitment to helping every child succeed make her a wonderful addition to the Hillsboro High School leadership team. Welcome to Hillsboro High School, Ms. Welker! #BoroBuilt
There's something special about coming home.
For Mr. Jason Gillman, Hillsboro isn't just where he'll be working, it's where his story began. A 2001 Hillsboro High School graduate, Jason is returning to his alma mater as Assistant Principal after more than two decades of serving students as a teacher, coach, and school leader. Many of you may already know Mr. Gillman but let's take a closer look at what brought him back to Hillsboro High School.
Please join us in welcoming Mr. Gillman home. We're proud to have one of our own helping lead Hillsboro High School into the future. #BoroBuilt
For Mr. Jason Gillman, Hillsboro isn't just where he'll be working, it's where his story began. A 2001 Hillsboro High School graduate, Jason is returning to his alma mater as Assistant Principal after more than two decades of serving students as a teacher, coach, and school leader. Many of you may already know Mr. Gillman but let's take a closer look at what brought him back to Hillsboro High School.
Please join us in welcoming Mr. Gillman home. We're proud to have one of our own helping lead Hillsboro High School into the future. #BoroBuilt
Think about it for a second.... have you bought school supplies yet?
Now is a good time to get on it.
Early Childhood Center does not have a Supplies List!
Link to the Primary School List: https://www.hsdr3.org/o/hillsboro-primary/page/kindergarten-and-1st-grade-supply-checklists
Link to the Elementary School List: https://www.hsdr3.org/o/hillsboro-elementary/page/2nd-grade-3rd-grade-supply-list
Link to the Intermediate School List: https://www.hsdr3.org/o/hillsboro-intermediate/page/4th-6th-grade-supply-lists
Link to the Junior High School List: https://aptg.co/Nq50vD
Now is a good time to get on it.
Early Childhood Center does not have a Supplies List!
Link to the Primary School List: https://www.hsdr3.org/o/hillsboro-primary/page/kindergarten-and-1st-grade-supply-checklists
Link to the Elementary School List: https://www.hsdr3.org/o/hillsboro-elementary/page/2nd-grade-3rd-grade-supply-list
Link to the Intermediate School List: https://www.hsdr3.org/o/hillsboro-intermediate/page/4th-6th-grade-supply-lists
Link to the Junior High School List: https://aptg.co/Nq50vD
We hope you enjoy the 4th of July Extended Weekend.
Please be safe. All District Offices will be closed on Friday, July 3rd.
Please be safe. All District Offices will be closed on Friday, July 3rd.
