Harts Bluff Independent School District

06/06/2026

Congrats to Harts Bluff Independent School District Superintendent + brand-new TASA Executive Committee member Bobby Rice for being named Region 8 Education Service Center Superintendent of the Year for 2026! Read all about it: https://facebook.com/hbisd/posts/harts-bluff-isd-is-proud-to-recognize-and-congratulate-our-own-dr-bobby-g-rice-f/1619755536817558/

06/05/2026

Harts Bluff ISD is seeking a talented graphic designer to help us reimagine our House System crests!

Our five houses—Chaliki (Grit- black), Receptio (Receptiveness- green), Dominium (Ownership- purple), Bienvenida (Welcoming- orange), and Liderazgo (Leadership- teal)—are a cornerstone of our school culture. We are looking for a fresh, exciting design direction that captures the heart of Harts Bluff while bringing new energy and creativity to our House System.

If you are interested in participating, please submit a redesign of ONE house crest to Erika Ponce de Leon, Director of Systems and Culture, by July 1, 2026. Submissions can be sent to [email protected].

We are looking for designs that are:

Unique and memorable
Student-friendly and inspiring
Representative of the Harts Bluff ISD community
Bold enough to create a true "WOW" factor
Versatile for use on shirts, banners, social media, signage, and other school materials
Designers are encouraged to interpret the house values in their own creative way. We are not looking for exact replicas of our current crests—we welcome fresh ideas and innovative concepts that bring each house to life while reflecting the culture, pride, and spirit of Harts Bluff ISD.

Submissions will be reviewed by a district committee. The designer whose work best fits the vision and future direction of HBISD will be invited to negotiate a potential partnership with the district to develop the complete set of House System crests. Compensation will be provided for the final design work selected by the district.

We can't wait to see your creativity and discover a new look for our houses!

06/03/2026

📚 Attention Dual Credit Students & Parents! 📚

Dual-credit summer courses will begin online on June 8, and we are excited for our students to continue earning college credit this summer!

Students needing a school-issued device for coursework may pick one up during the following times:

🖥️ Device Pickup Times
📅 Wednesday, June 3
⏰ 8:00 AM–12:00 PM & 1:00 PM–4:00 PM

📅 Thursday, June 4
⏰ 8:00 AM–12:00 PM & 1:00 PM–4:00 PM

📅 Next Week (Monday–Thursday)
⏰ 8:00 AM–12:00 PM & 1:00 PM–4:00 PM

Please make plans to pick up devices before classes begin to ensure a smooth start to the summer semester.

If you have any questions, please contact the school office.

06/02/2026

A huge THANK YOU to the team at Diamond C Trailers for their hard work and generosity in helping rebuild and improve the bridge at the Harts Bluff ISD Administration Building!

This project was completed as part of DC Serves Day, an initiative through Diamond C that provides team members with volunteer opportunities throughout Titus County and the surrounding community. DC Serves Day was designed as a day for Diamond C employees to volunteer at multiple locations, giving back to organizations and causes that make a difference.

Their efforts reflect Diamond C’s mission to fuel the well-being, growth, and success of their team members, customers, and community—a mission that was clearly demonstrated through their service to HBISD.

We are incredibly grateful for community partners like Diamond C who invest their time, talents, and resources to make our schools and community better. Thank you for choosing HBISD as part of your DC Serves Day and for helping improve our campus for students, staff, and visitors for years to come!

05/30/2026

🏀 LADY BULLDOG BASKETBALL CAMP 🏀

Don’t miss out on a great opportunity for your daughter to learn basketball fundamentals, improve skills, build confidence, and have fun with the Harts Bluff Lady Bulldogs!

📅 Camp Dates: June 11th & 12th
📍 Location: Harts Bluff High School Gym

⏰ Session 1: 3rd–5th Grade | 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
⏰ Session 2: 6th–8th Grade | 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM

💲 Cost: $45 per camper

🚨 Registration Deadline: June 2nd 🚨
Spots are limited, so be sure to sign up soon!

We can’t wait to see everyone in the gym! 💙💛🏀

Register here: https://form.jotform.com/261184876005055?utm_id=97758_v0_s00_e231_tv2_tp1_a1demo080pw692

05/28/2026

Summer work out schedule for incoming 7-12 graders.

05/28/2026

Attention Harts Bluff Parents:

School supply packs are available to order online and will be delivered directly to the school.

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05/22/2026

HBISD is excited to announce leadership updates within our district!

Erika Ponce de Leon has been named Director of Systems and Culture for HBISD. In this new role, she will help support district initiatives connected to systems, culture, Bluebonnet Beacon work, MTSS, SEL, GROWL/Houses/HB18, and strategic campus support across HBISD.

HBISD is also excited to announce that Laurie Blackard will serve as the new principal of Harts Bluff Elementary. Mrs. Blackard has been an instrumental part of HBE’s growth and success and will continue leading the campus with excellence, heart, and dedication to students and staff.

Please join us in congratulating both of these incredible leaders on their new roles within HBISD!

05/22/2026

Harts Bluff ISD would like to congratulate and welcome Niki Huffman and Ricky Joyner as they were officially sworn in as members of the Harts Bluff ISD Board of Trustees during last night’s board meeting.

We appreciate their willingness to serve our students, staff, and community, and we look forward to the leadership and support they will bring to Bulldog Nation.

Thank you to all of our board members for their dedication and commitment to the continued success of Harts Bluff ISD.

05/20/2026

Harts Bluff ISD is proud to recognize and congratulate our own Dr. Bobby G. Rice for being selected as the Region 8 Education Service Center’s Superintendent of the Year!

Over the years, the Texas Association of School Boards Superintendent of the Year award program has honored outstanding Texas administrators for achievement and excellence in public school administration. Candidates are chosen for their strong leadership skills, dedication to improving the quality of education, commitment to public support and involvement, and ability to build positive relationships among teachers, staff, and the community.

Each year, local school boards across the 20 education service centers in Texas have the opportunity to nominate their superintendent for this honor. Region 8 Education Service Center serves 48 local districts, and nominees are interviewed by a panel of local school board members from across the region.

Dr. Rice will now represent Region 8 in the 2026 Texas Superintendent of the Year state competition, with regional winners traveling to Austin later this summer for the next round of interviews.

This is Dr. Rice’s ninth year as Superintendent of Harts Bluff ISD, and we could not be more proud of his leadership, dedication, and commitment to our students, staff, families, and community.

Congratulations, Dr. Rice!