Hall County Schools

10/11/2024 - Hall County Schools, HCSO sign school safety plan, adding patrols at elementary schools For the past 25 years, the Hall County School District (HCSD), the Hall County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) and the Hall County Board of Commissioners have worked cooperatively to provide a School Resource Officer/Security Program for Hall County’s public schools. The latest agreement, approved Thursday, Oct. 10, 2024, establishes added security for the school district’s elementary schools by placing additional certified deputies on patrol around elementary campuses. Under the updated agreement, the deputies, called School Safety Officers (SSOs), will work in an extra-duty capacity, roaming among the district’s 19 elementary school campuses. They join three roving school resources officers (SROs) who are currently assigned to protect elementary schools. Each of the county’s middle and high schools has a full-time SRO on campus. The updated agreement comes on the heels of last month’s deadly shooting at Apalachee High School in nearby Barrow County. Hall County School Superintendent Will Schofield said the measure underscores HCSD’s commitment to ensuring the safety and well-being of every student and staff member in the district. “The safety and security of our students and staff are at the forefront of everything we do, and this expanded presence of law enforcement at our elementary schools reinforces our dedication to providing a secure and welcoming environment for learning,” Schofield said. Sheriff Couch said the SSO plan is one he can implement right away with certified personnel who already work for the Sheriff’s Office. “The deputies’ primary job will be to make sure the school buildings are secure, and safety protocols are being followed,” said Sheriff Couch. “Of course, they’ll interact with students and staff with the goal of building additional rapport and trust with law enforcement.” The SSO assignments are considered extra-duty jobs and compensation will be shared by HCSD and HCSO in a 70/30 split, similar to the compensation agreement for the SRO program. Both Schofield and Couch emphasized they remain committed to exploring and implementing ways to enhance campus safety with the additional patrols being only one part of the security plan. 

“Hall County TSPLOST Referendum on the Ballot November, 2024” What is a Transportation SPLOST? A Transportation Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (TSPLOST) is a 1% sales tax collected on the sales of certain goods and services for a specific program of transportation projects. For a TSPLOST to be enacted, it must be approved by voters in a referendum. https://lnkd.in/eNcwkP_c

The HCSD proudly names the East Hall High Gymnasium the “Seth A. Vining Gymnasium.” Thank you for 50 years serving our community coach!

Encouraged by the real-world-work experiences provided to students at the district’s Agribusiness Center, US Representative from GA, Andrew Clyde, paid the the farm a visit last week and interacted with Agriculture students from Friendship Elementary and North Hall High School, as well as some of our Trades in Training students. Rep. Clyde has deep appreciation for the fragile nature of our food supply and understands the importance of exposing students to the many career opportunities in agriculture. #agri ##agriculture https://lnkd.in/eK6kCwp8

Georgia Agriculture Commissioner, Tyler Harper, paid a visit to the HCSD Agribusiness Center last week to take a tour of the farm and specifically its new Meat Science Center. He was joined by agriculture educators from around the state, as well as representatives from Lanier Technical College, the University of Georgia, the University of North Georgia, state legislators, district leadership, and leaders from local business and industry. Superintendent Will Schofield introduced the group to Work-Based-learning student NHHS junior Brock Hunter who led the group on a tour of the Meat Science Center and shared with them the hands-on-learning experience and skills he is acquiring while at the farm. Many thanks to Commissioner Harper for the visit and for supporting the vision of the Agribusiness center and Meat Science Center. https://lnkd.in/e8syhD7w #gadepartmentofagriculture #georgiaagriculture

Last night’s board meeting was held at Sandra Dunagan Deal Elementary School and began with a ribbon cutting ceremony to dedicate the new school. It was a moving ceremony as Governor Deal and Superintendent Schofield remembered the former First Lady of Georgia. Students spoke of their love for their new school, and beautiful portrait of Mrs. Deal, by artist, Travis Massey, was unveiled. Mrs. Deal’s advocacy for childhood literacy, her servant’s heart, and her compassion for all, is a legacy that will live on in the halls of the new school and in the hearts of the students and families of the community.

Experience the HCSD Agriculture Center through the eyes of students and community members in this captivating video! From getting up close with farm equipment to interacting with animals, join us for an immersive journey into agriculture education. Don't miss out on this insightful exploration – watch now! #HCSD #AgricultureEducation

Happy Future Educators Signing Day! Hall County Schools recognized AMAZING students that are pursuing degrees and careers in the Education Field. The future is bright.These ladies will touch so many students lives! Thank you to everyone for attending and supporting CTAE #rootsandwings 

We encourage all interested parties to attend this event.