HISD looks to neighbors for new students

Hedley ISD announced plans this week to go after transfer students from neighboring school districts, and interim superintendent Bill Wood says the school has some new offerings that he hopes will bring in new students.

In addition to running bus routes to Clarendon and Lelia Lake and offering transportation to students in Memphis, Hedley is now expanding their Kindergarten and Pre-Kindergarten programs to full-day schedules. Wood also notes that Pre-K is being offered without a tuition fee unlike Clarendon ISD’s program.

Wood says the Hedley school has a history of excellence in academics, athletics, UIL competitions, and other events. He particularly noted the district’s successes in football, tennis, track, and FFA exhibitors in stock shows as well as students going to regionals in UIL science, accounting, math, and social studies and one state qualifier.

Hedley ISD has a “Recognized” rating from the state and has met Adequate Yearly Progress measures for the past several years. Additionally, HISD has received Gold Performance Acknowledgements in attendance, college ready graduates, college admissions, recommended high school program, Texas Success Initiative for ELA and Math, and Commended for Reading and Writing.

Wood also touts Hedley’s 7:1 student-teacher ratio.

“The smaller class size enables each student to receive maximum direct instruction from the teacher,” Wood said. “These characteristics combined with our experienced and dedicated staff of caring individuals creates a perfect environment for students. We have what you’re looking for in the education of your children.”

For more information, call Wood at 856-5323.