The Elizabethtown St. Baldrick’s event is this Saturday at the HCS Early College & Career Center. Childhood cancer impacts families worldwide. Our community is proud to join the fight.
A huge thank you goes out to our local event organizers, volunteers, and "shavees" for their incredible dedication. The resources gathered this weekend are vital to supporting pediatric cancer research and improving outcomes for children everywhere!
#HCSDifferenceMaker #DistrictOfOpportunities
A huge thank you goes out to our local event organizers, volunteers, and "shavees" for their incredible dedication. The resources gathered this weekend are vital to supporting pediatric cancer research and improving outcomes for children everywhere!
#HCSDifferenceMaker #DistrictOfOpportunities
The entire community is invited to attend the Hardin County Schools Harlem Renaissance Showcase on Thursday, February 26, 2026, at Bluegrass Middle School. It starts at 5:30 pm.
All HCS middle schools will participate. Schools will present their projects, creativity, and research inspired by this influential cultural movement.
Students have explored the art, literature, music, and history of the Harlem Renaissance while creating museum-style exhibits that highlight important artists, themes and contributions from the era. This showcase is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate student voice, academic growth and the rich cultural legacy of the Harlem Renaissance.
#HCSDifferenceMaker #DistrictOfOpportunities
All HCS middle schools will participate. Schools will present their projects, creativity, and research inspired by this influential cultural movement.
Students have explored the art, literature, music, and history of the Harlem Renaissance while creating museum-style exhibits that highlight important artists, themes and contributions from the era. This showcase is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate student voice, academic growth and the rich cultural legacy of the Harlem Renaissance.
#HCSDifferenceMaker #DistrictOfOpportunities
At approximately 1:40 pm on Thursday, February 19, 2026, Hardin County Schools was contacted by the Hardin County Sheriff's Office, directing us to place New Highland Elementary School, Bluegrass Middle School, John Hardin High School and the Hardin County Central Office on a soft lockdown. A soft lockdown means that no one enters or exits the building; however, the instructional process could continue.
We were then told that New Highland Elementary could be released as normal with the assistance of law enforcement and that some bus routes would be delayed. We also shared that message with you. Approximately three minutes after we shared that message, we received another call from the Hardin County Sheriff's Office that the individual in question had been apprehended.
The lockdown has been lifted and all routes should deliver students at normal times. There was no danger to the building, our students, or our staff. We did this out of an abundance of caution.
We appreciate everyone’s help, patience and support
We were then told that New Highland Elementary could be released as normal with the assistance of law enforcement and that some bus routes would be delayed. We also shared that message with you. Approximately three minutes after we shared that message, we received another call from the Hardin County Sheriff's Office that the individual in question had been apprehended.
The lockdown has been lifted and all routes should deliver students at normal times. There was no danger to the building, our students, or our staff. We did this out of an abundance of caution.
We appreciate everyone’s help, patience and support
Hardin County Schools is proud to honor the district's teachers who bring magic into the classroom every day.
We invite our teachers to nominate a colleague who creates "Vibrant Learning Experiences" that truly resonate with students.
To submit a nomination, visit the Instructional Services page under the HCS-Staff tab (located in the upper-left corner of your desktop login). The process is quick, but the impact is lasting! Please submit your nominations by March 31st to ensure our winners are recognized at the April Board of Education meeting.
Our first nominee is Shawn Robinson, the We Build It Better Teacher at North Middle School.. Learn more about Mr. Robinson here: https://youtu.be/gSbZCcS-T90
Hardin County Schools will host early registration for Preschool and Kindergarten for the 2026-27 school year on Friday, March 6, 2026. Registration will take place from 9 am to 2 pm at all elementary schools that house these programs. Find more information on our website:
https://www.hardin.kyschools.us/post-detail/~board/hardin-county-schools/post/early-registration-for-preschool-and-kindergarten-date-set
https://www.hardin.kyschools.us/post-detail/~board/hardin-county-schools/post/early-registration-for-preschool-and-kindergarten-date-set
REMINDER - Monday, February 16, 2026 (President's Day) is a school day. It was a day off on the original calendar. However, it was also listed as a possible makeup day should it be necessary. The same is true for March 13, 2026. Again, both Monday, February 16 and Friday, March 13 are now days that SCHOOL IS IN SESSION.
Hardin County Schools will operate on a two-hour delay tomorrow, Monday, February 9, 2026.
This delay ensures our bus drivers have full visibility to navigate any remaining icy patches safely. While classes and buses are delayed, school buildings will open at their regular time to accommodate parents who need to drop off students early.
This delay ensures our bus drivers have full visibility to navigate any remaining icy patches safely. While classes and buses are delayed, school buildings will open at their regular time to accommodate parents who need to drop off students early.
We announced this yesterday but just wanted to send a reminder. There is NO SCHOOL on Friday, February 6, 2026.
We apologize for the second message. There was a technical issue with the audio in the first message's video. It has been corrected in the video link below.
IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT:
*Hardin County Schools will utilize Non-Traditional Instruction (NTI) on Thursday, February 5, 2026.
*Friday, February 6, 2026, will be a traditional SNOW DAY. That means that no instruction will be provided on that day.
We encourage our students, staff and families to listen to this message (see YouTube link) from HCS Superintendent Terrie Morgan. She answers some questions she has received about this prolonged time away from our physical classrooms: https://youtu.be/Sl03X8cC8es
IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT:
*Hardin County Schools will utilize Non-Traditional Instruction (NTI) on Thursday, February 5, 2026.
*Friday, February 6, 2026, will be a traditional SNOW DAY. That means that no instruction will be provided on that day.
We encourage our students, staff and families to listen to this message (see YouTube link) from HCS Superintendent Terrie Morgan. She answers some questions she has received about this prolonged time away from our physical classrooms: https://youtu.be/Sl03X8cC8es
IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT:
*Hardin County Schools will utilize Non-Traditional Instruction (NTI) on Thursday, February 5, 2026.
*Friday, February 6, 2026, will be a traditional SNOW DAY. That means that no instruction will be provided on that day.
We encourage our students, staff and families to listen to this message (see YouTube link) from HCS Superintendent Terrie Morgan. She answers some questions she has received about this prolonged time away from our physical classrooms: https://youtu.be/Sl03X8cC8es
School counselors meet students in their joy, sadness, anxiousness and triumph! Hardin County Schools is grateful for the wonderful counselors who help guide students on the journey from preschool and kindergarten to graduation day! Happy School Counselors Appreciation Day!!!
Hardin County Schools will utilize Non-Traditional Instruction on Wednesday, February 4, 2026. Roads in various parts of the county are still unsafe for our buses to travel.
HCS will conduct Non-Traditional Instruction (NTI) on Tuesday, February 3, 2026.
Monday, Feb 2, 2026, is now a teacher workday. NO SCHOOL for students. Teachers will use this time to prepare NTI materials. We will send additional information if needed.
ALL students have the tools they need to shape their own future. From hands-on creative projects to high academic standards and diverse extracurriculars to our more than 40 career pathways, our #DistrictofOpportunities ensures no one is left out of the big picture. 🌎✨
Why fit into a mold when you can shape the world?
Learn more at www.hardin.kyschools.us! #HCSDifferenceMaker
Why fit into a mold when you can shape the world?
Learn more at www.hardin.kyschools.us! #HCSDifferenceMaker
REMINDER - The snow days that we have taken will need to be made up with a school day. Following the HCS district calendar, students will be in school on the days listed in the graphic. You can find the calendar on our website, hardin.kyschools.us
Just a quick follow-up to yesterday’s announcement: Thursday (1/29/26) and Friday (1/30/26) are traditional snow days. Enjoy the break—there will be no scheduled instruction!
A huge thank you to the dedicated city, county, and state workers keeping our roads clear, and to the first responders, utility crews, and medical staff working through the ice and snow. We appreciate everything you do for our community!
A huge thank you to the dedicated city, county, and state workers keeping our roads clear, and to the first responders, utility crews, and medical staff working through the ice and snow. We appreciate everything you do for our community!
The HCS Buildings and Grounds crews have been working around the clock to clear our parking lots and walkways. Beyond the snow removal, they are working tirelessly behind the scenes to keep our facilities safe and warm during this cold snap. We are incredibly grateful for their dedication and 'student-first' drive. Every member of this team is a true #HCSDifferenceMaker!
Due to sustained low temperatures and hazardous road conditions, Hardin County Schools will adjust its schedule for the remainder of the week:
*Wednesday, Jan. 28: Non-Traditional Instruction (NTI)
*Thursday, Jan. 29: Traditional Snow Day (No Instruction)
*Friday, Jan. 30: Traditional Snow Day (No Instruction)
Please note that on "Traditional Snow Days," no classes or assignments will be conducted. Stay safe and warm!
*Wednesday, Jan. 28: Non-Traditional Instruction (NTI)
*Thursday, Jan. 29: Traditional Snow Day (No Instruction)
*Friday, Jan. 30: Traditional Snow Day (No Instruction)
Please note that on "Traditional Snow Days," no classes or assignments will be conducted. Stay safe and warm!
ATTENTION HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS! The weather has us moving at a slower pace. It is a great time to take advantage and complete scholarship applications.
High school websites have links to scholarship applications. You can find several here as well: https://www.hardin.kyschools.us/quick-links/scholarship-information
Scholarship Central from the Central Kentucky Community Foundation houses approximately 150 scholarships worth more than $300,000. All of those scholarships require only ONE application. Go to https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=ckcfscholarships to complete the Scholarship Central application.
High school websites have links to scholarship applications. You can find several here as well: https://www.hardin.kyschools.us/quick-links/scholarship-information
Scholarship Central from the Central Kentucky Community Foundation houses approximately 150 scholarships worth more than $300,000. All of those scholarships require only ONE application. Go to https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=ckcfscholarships to complete the Scholarship Central application.
