HSD Weekly Updates, Oct. 5-9






Here is the link to our October newsletter: https://bit.ly/HSDOct2026
There are lots of important updates, including remaining spirit days and homecoming week spirit days!
There are lots of important updates, including remaining spirit days and homecoming week spirit days!

Here are your HSD Weekly Updates and Reminders! Don't forget to check our district events calendar on the website and app for the most up-to-date information.

Hazen School District is taking applications for a paraprofessional at HES.
Contact Mr. Barrett, Superintendent, for more information at 870-255-4549.
Email applications to abarrett@hazen.k12.ar.us or fill out application/bring resume to the HSD Administration Building.
305 North Hazen; Hazen, Arkansas
Join our Hornet family and help us make a difference in our students’ education.
https://www.hazen.k12.ar.us/page/employment
Contact Mr. Barrett, Superintendent, for more information at 870-255-4549.
Email applications to abarrett@hazen.k12.ar.us or fill out application/bring resume to the HSD Administration Building.
305 North Hazen; Hazen, Arkansas
Join our Hornet family and help us make a difference in our students’ education.
https://www.hazen.k12.ar.us/page/employment

9/25/26 Ticket Pricing Update:
All HHS @ Baptist Prep tickets are now $7.
Online ticket purchases will include an additional
$1 processing fee, making the total $8 per ticket.
All HHS @ Baptist Prep tickets are now $7.
Online ticket purchases will include an additional
$1 processing fee, making the total $8 per ticket.

Game Day Ticket Info
HHS Hornets @ Baptist Prep
Friday, September 25, 2026
Online Go Fan tickets are $8.
Cash tickets at the gate are $10.
Baptist Prep also uses digital ticketing software through Go Fan, but pre-purchased tickets will expedite entry into Eagle Creek Field.
Baptist Prep High School
8400 Ranch Blvd
Little Rock, AR 72223
Gates open 1.5 hours before the game. Visitor seating will be on the southwest side of the stadium. Concessions and restrooms are on the home side.
https://gofan.co/event/6723046?schoolId=AR4639
HHS Hornets @ Baptist Prep
Friday, September 25, 2026
Online Go Fan tickets are $8.
Cash tickets at the gate are $10.
Baptist Prep also uses digital ticketing software through Go Fan, but pre-purchased tickets will expedite entry into Eagle Creek Field.
Baptist Prep High School
8400 Ranch Blvd
Little Rock, AR 72223
Gates open 1.5 hours before the game. Visitor seating will be on the southwest side of the stadium. Concessions and restrooms are on the home side.
https://gofan.co/event/6723046?schoolId=AR4639

The Great HES Trifecta: Mrs. Vicki Skarda, Mrs. Monica Lisko, and Mrs. Beth Rogers
Mrs. Beth Rogers shared this photo on December 20, 2012, to celebrate her best friend, Vicki, on her retirement from Hazen Elementary School after 27 years of service in education.
Mrs. Vicki Skarda is fondly remembered by the many students whose lives she touched throughout the years, as well as by her co-workers, this school district, our entire community, and beyond. She was truly one of those special people who made a lasting difference wherever she went.
Even after retirement, Mrs. Skarda found another way to continue serving the Hazen School District—as a member of the Hazen School Board.
It is with extremely heavy hearts that we acknowledge her passing and extend our deepest condolences to her family, friends, former students, and all who loved her.
Mrs. Vicki Skarda was a true gem—kind, dedicated, and deeply committed to the children and community she served. Her impact will live on through the countless lives she touched, and she will be forever missed by all who knew and loved her.
Mrs. Beth Rogers shared this photo on December 20, 2012, to celebrate her best friend, Vicki, on her retirement from Hazen Elementary School after 27 years of service in education.
Mrs. Vicki Skarda is fondly remembered by the many students whose lives she touched throughout the years, as well as by her co-workers, this school district, our entire community, and beyond. She was truly one of those special people who made a lasting difference wherever she went.
Even after retirement, Mrs. Skarda found another way to continue serving the Hazen School District—as a member of the Hazen School Board.
It is with extremely heavy hearts that we acknowledge her passing and extend our deepest condolences to her family, friends, former students, and all who loved her.
Mrs. Vicki Skarda was a true gem—kind, dedicated, and deeply committed to the children and community she served. Her impact will live on through the countless lives she touched, and she will be forever missed by all who knew and loved her.


Here are a few reminders for this week at HSD! Have a great week, and Go Hornets!

The Prairie County Health Department will be here October 8 to give flu shots to students. Forms will be sent home with students next week to sign and return.

FUTURE HORNETS NIGHT at Dorris and Betty Greenwalt Field!
Hazen Elementary PTO wants to remind everyone that they will have a hot dog tailgate with donations accepted before tonight’s home game!
HHS Hornets vs. McCrory Jaguars
Kickoff: 7:00 PM
Cheer Clinic Participants will cheer at halftime and during the third quarter!
Come out and support our Hornets! GO HORNETS! Beat the McCrory Jaguars!
Congratulations to the HJH Hornets on their win over Hampton! Way to go, Hornets!
#HornetPride #RevivetheHive

Special Board Meeting
The Hazen School District will hold a special board meeting on Tuesday, September 22, at 6:00 PM in the Hazen High School Library.
The purpose of the meeting is to approve the 2026–27 school year budget.
The Hazen School District will hold a special board meeting on Tuesday, September 22, at 6:00 PM in the Hazen High School Library.
The purpose of the meeting is to approve the 2026–27 school year budget.

Our teachers and staff have been treated twice this week! We have received special cookie deliveries to the HES and HHS teachers' lounges from Southern Paramedic and Dave and Dee Hare.
Thank you all for your kindness! You made our week even more special!
GO HORNETS!
Thank you all for your kindness! You made our week even more special!
GO HORNETS!

LAST DAY!
Tomorrow, Sept. 18, is the last day to get a yearbook for $50 and up to 4 free icons with personalization. After tomorrow, the price increases to $55, and icons return to $5 each. *Reminder: No tax or extra fees for in-school orders, which must be paid for with exact cash or checks made to HHS Yearbook.
Click here for a printable order form: https://bit.ly/4yJljtx
Tomorrow, Sept. 18, is the last day to get a yearbook for $50 and up to 4 free icons with personalization. After tomorrow, the price increases to $55, and icons return to $5 each. *Reminder: No tax or extra fees for in-school orders, which must be paid for with exact cash or checks made to HHS Yearbook.
Click here for a printable order form: https://bit.ly/4yJljtx

We have WONDERFUL NEWS! Hazen School District letter grades are RISING! Congratulations to both buildings for the hard work and commitment to making our schools great! #WeBELIEVEinHazen #HornetPride #RevivetheHive

HHS families: Enrollment has reopened—this is the last chance to join the 2027 EF student trip to Washington, D.C. and New York City! Only 10 spots remain for current 8th - 12th graders and older students/alumni. Enroll with a $95 deposit by September 30th to receive $100 off.
Enroll now: www.efexploreamerica.com/3003785JR
Spots are first come, first served—please share with interested families!
Enroll now: www.efexploreamerica.com/3003785JR
Spots are first come, first served—please share with interested families!

Hazen School District: Fall Grading Timeline & Conference Dates
HES K-6 Progress Reports will be sent home Wednesday, September 16th.
HHS 7-12 Progress Reports will be sent home Thursday, September 17th.
K-12 Parent-Teacher Conferences will be held Tuesday, October 13th.
First 9-week grading period ends Friday, October 9th.
Pre-K Parent-Teacher Conferences will be held Tuesday, November 3rd.
HES K-6 Progress Reports will be sent home Wednesday, September 16th.
HHS 7-12 Progress Reports will be sent home Thursday, September 17th.
K-12 Parent-Teacher Conferences will be held Tuesday, October 13th.
First 9-week grading period ends Friday, October 9th.
Pre-K Parent-Teacher Conferences will be held Tuesday, November 3rd.

Save the Dates for HES Grandparents Day Celebrations!
Be sure to mark your calendars and join us during lunch as we celebrate the special grandparents in our HES students’ lives.
Mrs. Amber will be sending forms home soon with more information.
We can’t wait to celebrate with you!
#HornetPride #ReviveTheHive

HSD Weekly Updates: 9/14-18, including HHS Picture Day on Monday and HES Picture Day on Tuesday



Where were you 25 years ago today?
We all have our own stories and memories of September 11, 2001.
Ms. Hambrick, HHS Library Media Specialist, still has the note she received from the office that morning letting her know that something big was happening. She alerted teachers to turn on their televisions, and from right here at HHS, they watched the horrific events of 9/11 unfold.
Twenty-five years later, she still has that note—a small piece of paper that holds a powerful memory of a day none of us will ever forget.
As a district, we remember those who lost their lives, those who served and responded, and the countless lives forever changed by that day.
Hazen School District will never forget.
We all have our own stories and memories of September 11, 2001.
Ms. Hambrick, HHS Library Media Specialist, still has the note she received from the office that morning letting her know that something big was happening. She alerted teachers to turn on their televisions, and from right here at HHS, they watched the horrific events of 9/11 unfold.
Twenty-five years later, she still has that note—a small piece of paper that holds a powerful memory of a day none of us will ever forget.
As a district, we remember those who lost their lives, those who served and responded, and the countless lives forever changed by that day.
Hazen School District will never forget.






Hornet Fans: Beware of Streaming Scams!
This time of year, scammers often create fake pages and links claiming to stream high school athletic events. Please do not click on suspicious links or provide personal or payment information to any website unless you are absolutely certain it is legitimate.
We’re sharing an image of the official Arkansas Activities Association (AAA) homepage to help you recognize the real website.
When in doubt, don’t click!
#HornetPride #ReviveTheHive
This time of year, scammers often create fake pages and links claiming to stream high school athletic events. Please do not click on suspicious links or provide personal or payment information to any website unless you are absolutely certain it is legitimate.
We’re sharing an image of the official Arkansas Activities Association (AAA) homepage to help you recognize the real website.
When in doubt, don’t click!
#HornetPride #ReviveTheHive

