The HSSD is proud to offer a wide array of visual and performing arts at each of our schools. For National Arts in Education Week, we explore an overview of the many ways that arts education is threaded into the offerings and accomplishments of our schools.

HSSD Superintendent Dr. Nehus organizes four unique Councils that meet throughout the school year to share and discuss district initiatives. Superintendent’s Council meetings are structured to allow for two-way communication, and open forums for information and sharing of feedback. Learn more about how to join one!

Students at our Hot Springs Junior Academy can now enjoy added options for when and what to eat, thanks to our districtwide food service provider Chartwells. Second Chance Breakfast and Fast Break Lunch via a Grab-N-Go Line provide students with unique choices from the traditional breakfast and lunch offerings.

HSSD families, please be advised that student vaccinations must be current by September 15, 2019. Please send all immunization records to the school nurse at each HSSD school. An overview of all Arkansas Immunization Requirements are provided here for K-12th grade for reference.

Join us in a series of athletic and community events generously sponsored by First Security Bank - during our 2019 First Security Kickoff Classic!

HSSD families have seen information from teachers and/or school leadership at each of our campuses regarding NWEA (Northwest Evaluation Association) Testing, which is taking place in K-10th grade classrooms through September 13. NWEA test data is directly used by teachers, administrators, and HSSD leadership to offer the very best education possible to our world class students.

Come visit the new HSSD Welcome Center on Main Street, intended to offer FREE outreach services and resources to families. Guests will enjoy assistance from interpreters as needed, free wifi and computers, food and clothing pantry, quiet study areas and playroom for small children, and more.

Trojan ‘Good Things’ is a weekly shout out from #HSSD Superintendent Dr. Stephanie Nehus to individuals in our school community who are doing amazing things! See the first of the 2019-2020 school year, highlighting the excellent work of our maintenance staff over the summer, and a heartwarming reunion between one of our teachers and a student.

Find all of your academic year dates and district events included here, in your 2019-2020 School Year At a Glance Calendar!

Through the USDA Community Eligibility Provision, the Hot Springs School District will again offer free meals (including breakfast and lunch) to all students enrolled. Parents can expect all meals to be provided for free to all students on August 15 and throughout the 2019-2020 school year. Our excellent, nutritious, and filling food options will again be provided by our wonderful food service provider Chartwells.