Hinton Public Schools

https://youtu.be/shENJFNvtcc 😎Here Comes the Sun~Reading Is Fun 🦩Our Reading Challenge kicks off next week! Check out this video to see what we have planned!🌴

Here Comes the Sun~Reading Is Fun! 😎Our Reading Challenge kicks off next week! Check out this video to see what we have planned!🦩 https://youtu.be/Dln6aDUDSmI

Hinton Schools has been in session 12 days! During these 12 days our Hinton Community/Area has remained at 4 active COVID-19 cases each day. All parents, students, faculty, staff, and administrators please continue to follow the Hinton Schools Re-Entry Plans and Procedures. There is nothing more important to Hinton Schools than the safety and health of our students, our staff and their families. Be mindful of following best practices to help prevent the spread of COVID-19: -Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. -Use alcohol-based hand sanitizer with at least 60 % alcohol if soap and water aren't available. -Avoid close contact with those who are sick. -Disinfect frequently touched surfaces and objects. -Stay at home when you are sick. -Practice social distancing, leaving at least six feet between you and other people. -Wear a cloth mask in public when you cannot social distance. COVID-19 is transmitted through person-to-person contact and through the exchange of respiratory droplets. As more cases are being confirmed across the state, we must be vigilant. Symptoms of COVID-19 include fever, cough and shortness of breath. If you or any member of your family exhibit these symptoms, please contact your medical provider for advice immediately. Symptoms usually appear 2-14 days after exposure. Our greatest priority is the safety of our students, staff and community members. We appreciate everyone and the continued support of Hinton Schools. GO COMETS! Mrs. Derryberry

Due to a positive Covid test of a Walters football player, tonight's football game has been cancelled. Administrators at Hinton will work to reschedule senior night activities at a later date. Stay tuned to the school app and facebook for more information.

Football Homecoming 2020 Candidates are: Sophomore Maddy Mills, Junior Rain VanTassel, Senior Heaven Snow, Senior Gillian Murphy, Junior Carolina Barillas, Sophomore Sierra Weathers Homecoming Ceremony will be next Friday, September 4 @ 6:30pm.

Next week the elementary is kicking off our “Reading Challenge” for the year!! Here is the information on the dress-up days. ☄️

Grant says these burgers are something to really cheese about!

Please let the building secretary of your oldest child(ren) know if there is a need for internet service for your student(s). Distance Learning is a path that may have to be taken at any time. Hinton Schools wants to make sure all students can access online Distance Learning through the use of cell phone hotspots or by your internet provider. Many parents have a hotspot option from their cell service. Again, contact the school secretary of your oldest child to let us know if you do not have this for your home. It is important to have access and connectivity before the possibility of Distance Learning happens for your child(ren). Call 405-542-3235 and press the extension needed to talk to the secretary.

Each year, the Fourth Grade classes have the honor of putting up the American Flag and the Oklahoma flag in front of the elementary. These students have done a great job so far, and we are proud of them!

Who say’s taco’s are just for Tuesday! We are walking into the weekend with these amazing walking tacos!

Please note these important changes concerning fans and attendance at Hinton athletic events this season. 1. Social distancing and masks are strongly recommended. Steps are being taken to provide more space in the bleachers at football games. 2. Only school personnel, officials, and student athletes are allowed on the field. This includes before, during, and after games. 3. Any adults that are on field (primarily for pictures) must have prior approval from Mr. Hohmann. These individuals must also wear a mask at all times while on the sidelines. These individuals may only be the Hinton sideline and not in the area where players are gathered. 4. For those fans sitting in the bleachers, we ask that you do not chew sunflower seeds. 5. For senior night, we will allow the athlete and their parents to be on field for introductions. Masks will not be required at this time but distancing will be enforced. 6. Homecoming procedures and activities will be posted next week. Please remember these procedures are for the safety of our students. Thank you for your cooperation! Go Comets!

The September 2 Practice Distance Learning/Virtual Day is CANCELLED. Because of COVID-19 delays, we do not have everything required at this time to have a successful practice day. All students and teachers will report TO CAMPUS on September 2 as they normally would. We appreciate your flexibility and cooperation! If you have any questions, please call your child's school. 405-542-3235

The National Society of High School Scholars today announced student Haylee Ingram from Hinton, OK, has been selected to become a member of the esteemed organization. The society recognized top scholars who have demonstrated outstanding leadership, scholarship and community commitment. Congratulations Haylee! We are proud of you!

Come out Friday night for the football scrimmage beginning at 7pm. Reserved seats for football will be on sale for $25 a seat. Also, we are raffling off chances for this customized Hinton Comet cornhole board set and grill/smoker! Winner will be drawn at homecoming. Raffle tickets are $5 each or 5 tickets for $20.

Hinton traditional, blended, and virtual students have been in school four days! Breakfast will continue to be available in your child's classroom starting at 7:45 A.M. - 8:00 A.M. Monday through Friday and lunch will continue to be served in the cafeteria for elementary and middle schools students and the Comet Kitchen in the high school commons. Social distancing and hand sanitizer usage is expected of all students before, during, and after eating. All but 30 breakfast/lunch applications have been received from the district students. If you are one of the 30 that has not submitted your application to the Child Nutrition Director, Christy White, please make it a priority. Notification letters will be mailed out to the 30 today. The health and safety of our students and employees is a top priority of Hinton Schools. Each day Mrs. Derryberry receives notification of active COVID-19 cases in the area. Upon the data received, a decision is made daily as to what phase we will be under. Currently, we are on PLAN A. As we continue to be in PLAN A, please help us by encouraging your children and family to mask up when in groups of people, wash hands, use hand sanitizer, and to social distance by keeping a space of 6 feet or more between them and another person. If you, someone living in your home, or your student have COVID-19 symptoms, is exposed or have tested positive, please notify your child's building principal immediately. The health and safety of our students, employees and community is top priority. Bus drivers from our community are still needed. Remember to call or email the school with any questions or concerns. 405-542-3235. Thank you for your continued support of our district. Mrs. Derryberry Superintendent

With no guarantee of what our season holds, we would like to take the opportunity to recognize our Senior athletes and Band members. We have decided to hold Senior night on August 28, 2020 @ 6:45 pm. This is our first home football game, Hinton VS. Walters. We will recognize our Senior Football, Softball, Cheer, and Band students.

Virtual parents if you would like school breakfast/lunch for your students please call Christy White at 405-542-3257 ext.407 or email Christy.white@hintonschools.org to make arrangements to pick up your child’s meals. Student breakfast $1.25 Student lunch $2.50 **If you have not filled out a Free/Reduced lunch application, please do so ASAP, applications are on the school website and can be emailed to Christy.white@hintonschools.org (even if you do not think your household qualifies).

We are so excited to have the opportunity to serve students nutritious meals at all three of our locations this year! We now have Comet Cafe open for breakfast and lunch at the high school as well as breakfast at the middle school!

Hinton students will be returning to the classroom traditionally or virtually tomorrow, Thursday, August 13 at 8:00 A.M. Students are asked to arrive at their site between 7:45 A.M. and 8:00 A.M. All students will have the opportunity to eat breakfast upon arrival in their classroom or homeroom. If you have not filled out a Child Nutrition form, please print it from the school's website, fill it out, and then return it to school ASAP. This information is vital to our schools funding. The health and safety of our students and employees is a top priority. Our students will report to their teacher or first hour teacher upon arrival to school. No assemblies or group meetings will be taking place. Please talk with your child concerning their responsibility of themselves to be safe and healthy. Encourage them to wash their hands and use hand sanitizer as well as keep a distance between them and others. Although Hinton Schools is on PLAN A (mask are highly recommended), please go ahead and send a mask with your child. We have disposable mask available if they do not have one. The Caddo County Health Department ,Oklahoma State Health Department, and the CDC are the best resources for current information about Coronavirus. Please continue to refer to the schools app in order that you know the PLAN situation as it can change rapidly and cause us as a school to pivot to A or C. Again, currently we are on PLAN A. We all want this to be as smooth as possible but please know this is uncharted territory. Remember to be patient and kind as we work to make this the best experience possible for your child. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out to your child's principal. counselor, or teacher. Hinton School employee's are looking forward to a good start. Thank you for your continued support of our district. Mrs. Derryberry Superintendent

Parents/Guardians, If you or child is exposed to COVID-19, please notify your child’s building principal immediately. The health and safety of our students and employees is top priority at Hinton Public Schools.