🥞🍎 Great News, South Haven Families! 🍎🥪

We’re excited to announce that ALL students will receive FREE breakfast and lunch again this school year! 🥳

A healthy, nutritious meal helps fuel learning—and we’re proud to provide this opportunity for every Hawk, every day. No forms, no fees—just good food and full bellies! 💙💛

Let’s make it a great year, starting with breakfast! Doors open at 7:00 AM! 🌞

#HawkPride #FuelForLearning #HealthyHawks #SouthHavenEats

7 months ago, Cortnie Smith
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🎾🎾🎾 Middle school tennis tryouts will be on Tuesday from 7 to 8 pm at LHS tennis courts, and Thursday's tryouts will be from 7 to 8 pm at Scotts Hill Tennis courts. We are doing this to avoid the heat index. Thank you all for your understanding.🎾🎾🎾
7 months ago, Bryant Hollingsworth
🎉 Back to School Bash – South Haven! 🎉 📅 Tuesday, July 29 🕠 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM Join us for a fun evening as we kick off the new school year! There will be excitement, community fun, and the chance to grab your South Haven spirit gear early! 👕💛🖤 🔥 Marki Miller will be preselling spirit shirts — so don’t forget to bring cash to snag yours before school starts! Let’s get ready to show our school pride and make this year the best one yet! 🎈📚 #BackToSchoolBash #SouthHavenStrong #SpiritGearReady
7 months ago, Lauren Harrington
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✂️PRE-K Openings in Henderson County Schools✏️

All children who will be four (4) years old on or before August 15, 2025, are eligible to apply for PreK for the 2025-2026 school year.

Requested documents for enrollment:
-Proof of Income (ex: check stub, income tax return, public assistance case, etc.)
-Proof of age such as birth certificate, other medical documents
-Social Security Card
-Proof of Immunizations on a Tennessee Certificate of Immunization form from the Health Department or a Physician’s office
-Copy of Physical Examination (within 1 calendar year)
-Two (2) Proofs of County Residence (E911 address) (ex: electric bill, water bill, etc.)

If you are interested or have any questions, please contact:
Stacey Valle
(731)968-3661 ext. 1215
valle.stacey@hcschoolstn.org

Shannon Taylor
(731)968-3661 ext. 1205
taylor.shannon@hcschoostn.org

Voluntary PreK (VPK) is an income-based program and priority will be given to those families that qualify. Completing the Henderson County PreK application packet does not guarantee enrollment in the PreK program. Non-income eligible students are placed on a waiting list once all paperwork is complete. Per the VPK grant guidelines, non-income eligible students will be notified mid-September informing them of their waitlist status.
7 months ago, Henderson County Schools
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🎀👶 Welcome to the world, Harlee Grace! 👶🎀

The South Haven family is thrilled to congratulate our amazing School Resource Officer, Jason McCallister, and his wife Mariah, on the birth of their beautiful baby girl, Harlee Grace! 💗

Born on July 22, Harlee made her grand entrance weighing 7 lbs 3 oz and measuring 20.5 inches long — pure sweetness from head to toe!

Join us in sending lots of love and warm wishes to the McCallister family as they begin this exciting new chapter! 🍼🦅💕

#SouthHavenHawks #HawkFamily #TinyHawk
7 months ago, Cortnie Smith
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📣 Welcome Our New Middle School Math Teacher – Noah Lunsford! 📣

We’re excited to introduce Noah Lunsford, who will be joining South Haven as a Middle School Math teacher this school year! 🧮📚

Mr. Lunsford graduated from the University of Tennessee at Martin with a B.S. in Education and completed his student teaching at both Decatur County Middle School and Lexington Middle School. He also served as the assistant coach for the DCMS girls basketball team for two years—bringing not just teaching talent but coaching experience to our school! 🏀

Outside the classroom, Mr. Lunsford enjoys coaching and playing basketball, hitting the gym, golfing, and spending quality time with friends and family. And this fall will be extra special—he’s getting married in November to his beautiful fiancée, Makenzie! 💍❤️

He’s eager to meet his students, connect with our amazing staff, and dive into what’s sure to be a fantastic school year. Let’s give him a warm Hawk welcome! 💛🖤
#GoHawks #WelcomeToSouthHaven #MathAtSouthHaven
7 months ago, Cortnie Smith
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Meet the Henderson County North Middle School Football Coach... Lamarcus Boales! If you have any questions, please email him at boales.lamarcus@hcschoolstn.org.

7 months ago, Henderson County Schools
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Save Time at Back-to-School Nights: Complete Your Required Online Forms Now

To help make your Back-to-School Night quicker and more efficient, we encourage all parents and guardians to complete the required annual online forms prior to the start of school.

This is required for all returning Henderson County School students. Even if your address, phone number, or email has not changed, EACH OF THESE ITEMS must still be completed each year to ensure accurate information and effective communication throughout the school year.

Please note: Students will not be able to receive their school-issued Chromebooks until all required forms have been completed and submitted. This is because the Acceptable Use Policy and Chromebook Agreement are included in the online documents.

The following items must be reviewed and updated through the Parent VUE (not Rooms):
✅ Verify your current address, phone number, and email address.
✅ Select YES for Text Communication to receive important messaging.
✅ TN Parent Occupational Survey – Sign and Date as 08/01/2025.
✅ Relationships Section – Check all boxes that apply.
✅ Health Forms:
Medical History – Sign and Date as 08/01/2025.
Immunization Record Release – Sign and Date as 08/01/2025.
Families’ Rights and Responsibilities Act – Sign and Date as 08/01/2025.
OTC Medication – Sign and Date as 08/01/2025.


✅ Information Release & Technology Forms:
COPPA – Provide YES/NO consent to use approved school applications.
Acceptable Use Policy – Sign and Date as 08/01/2025.
Media Consent Form – Sign and Date as 08/01/2025.
Chromebook Agreement – Sign and Date as 08/01/2025.
Attendance Information – Sign and Date as 08/01/2025.


Parent VUE can be located on the Henderson County Schools App or on the top right of the Henderson County Schools’ webpage.


If you have any questions, need your Parent Portal account reset, or need an activation key, please contact Melissa Bailey at the Henderson County Board of Education:
📧 bailey.melissa@hcschoolstn.org (For the quickest response.)
📞 731-968-3661 ext. 1212
When emailing, please include your student’s name, grade, and school to help her assist you more efficiently.

Please Note:
*Incoming 9th-grade students from LMS will need to email to obtain their Parent Portal Activation Key.
*This is only for returning Henderson County School Students and incoming 9th graders from LMS.
*New students to the district will complete enrollment procedures directly at their school.

Thank you for helping us prepare for a smooth and organized start to the 2025–2026 school year!

Full Document Link


7 months ago, Henderson County Schools
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You're invited to our Back-to-School Bash — a fun evening to kick off the new school year! Join us on July 29th at 5:30 here at South Haven Elementary School. This event is a great opportunity for families to meet their child’s teachers, drop off school supplies, and get important information for the year ahead. During the event, families can stop by our registration station, visit grade-level tables to meet teachers and pick up supply lists, and participate in a variety of fun stations. Kids can create their own bookmarks at our craft table, take pictures at the photo backdrop, and enjoy free cookies, popcorn, and drinks. We’re excited to welcome everyone back and start the school year on a high note. We hope to see you there!
7 months ago, Lauren Harrington
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Please contact Gennifer Leslie at the Henderson County Board of Education if you are interested in being a substitute nurse in the Henderson County School System!
8 months ago, Henderson County Schools
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If you have any questions, please email Mrs. Stacey Valle at valle.stacey@hcschoolstn.org.
8 months ago, Henderson County Schools
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South Haven Supply Lists are available on our website at : https://hendersoncountytn.sites.thrillshare.com/o/shves/documents
8 months ago, Stephanie Coffman
📣 Meet Our New Middle School Math Teacher – Mary Taylor! 📣 We are so excited to officially welcome Mary Taylor to the South Haven family as our new Middle School Math teacher! 🎉📚 Ms. Taylor graduated this May from the University of Tennessee at Martin with a B.S. in Education. Many of our students already know her from earlier this spring, when she stepped in to finish the year teaching 6th grade Math and Science! 🧠➕📐 When she’s not in the classroom, Ms. Taylor enjoys golfing, waitressing, and spending time with her family—especially her adorable 2-year-old son who keeps her inspired every day. 💛 She believes education is about curiosity, growth, and discovering who we are and what we can become. We’re so lucky to have her leading the way in our middle school classrooms! Let’s give Ms. Taylor a big Hawk welcome! 🖤💛 #GoHawks #WelcomeToSouthHaven #MathMagic
9 months ago, Cortnie Smith
Mary Taylor, smiling. She is the new Middle School Math teacher at South Haven.
📣🎉 Help us welcome a new face to the South Haven family! 🎉📣 We’re so excited to introduce Ashton Grimsley, our new Pre-K Paraprofessional at South Haven Elementary! Ashton has been part of the Henderson County school system for over 10 years and brings a wealth of experience and enthusiasm to our Pre-K team. She’s been married to her husband Rich for 10 years, and together they have five amazing kids—Zach, Caidence, Mason, Andrew, and Madison! 💛 Outside the classroom, Ashton is a proud dog mom to two adorable dachshunds, Reese and Roxie 🐾. She loves shopping, coffee, and listening to Taylor Swift 🎶. Fall is her favorite season, Halloween is her favorite holiday 🎃, and she enjoys playing Fortnite and watching WWE with her family! We’re thrilled to have her on board and can’t wait to see the love and care she brings to our littlest Hawks. Welcome to the nest, Mrs. Grimsley! 💙💛 #WelcomeToSouthHaven #HawkPride #MeetOurStaff
9 months ago, Cortnie Smith
Ashton Grimsley smiles at the camera in a professional portrait. She has long brown hair and is wearing a casual top. Text overlay reads: “Welcome to South Haven! Ashton Grimsley – Pre-K Paraprofessional.”
🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️ Henderson County North XC Practice Info! 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️ Calling all 5th–8th grade runners! It’s time to lace up those sneakers and hit the ground running! 🏅 Join us for Cross Country practice: 📅 Monday, June 9 at 7:00 PM 📅 Wednesday, June 11 at 8:00 AM 📍 Meet under the pavilion at the Soccer Complex Whether you’re a returning runner or just getting started, we’d love to see you there! Let’s build endurance, have fun, and get ready for a great season ahead! 💪 #HCNXC #RunNorthRun #CrossCountrySeason #HendersonCountyNorth
9 months ago, Cortnie Smith
Henderson County North Cross Country Practice – Grades 5-8. Monday, June 9 @ 7 PM & Wednesday, June 11 @ 8 AM. Meet under the pavilion at the Soccer Complex
🏀Basketball Camp is next week!🏀 Below you will find the schedule for Tuesday's games. Players must have physicals completed and turned in.  Pack a lunch with snacks and drinks! Tuesday morning the bus will leave at 7:00 a.m. Athletes need to be at school at 6:50 a.m. Tuesday morning!
9 months ago, Lauren Harrington
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📣 Report Card Pick-Up Day! 🎓📝 Parents and guardians, we invite you to stop by this Friday from 8:00–10:00 AM in the New Gym to pick up student report cards! ✨ While you’re there, don’t forget to check our Lost and Found tables — all unclaimed items will be set out and ready for you to look through. You might just find that missing hoodie or lunchbox! We can’t wait to see you Friday morning! 💙🦅 #SouthHavenStrong #ReportCardDay #LostAndFound #SouthHavenHawks #EndOfYearWrapUp
9 months ago, Cortnie Smith
A digital announcement graphic is split into two halves. The left side has a dark blue background with bold white and yellow text that reads: “REPORT CARD PICK-UP – Friday, 8:00–10:00 AM – New Gym.” The right side has a light blue background with navy text that reads: “LOST & FOUND – Don’t forget to check the bleachers!” A thin white vertical line separates the two sections.
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clothing on bleachers
HCU Girls Soccer Tryouts
9 months ago, Bryant Hollingsworth
HCU Girls Soccer
👑 Special Guest Alert! 📚✨ Our 7th grade students had a truly inspiring visit today from Addison Stanfill, the current Miss Nashville Teen and a proud Lexington High School Class of 2025 alum! 💛🖤 Addison took time to read an inspirational book with our students, share about her journey through high school, and answer thoughtful questions about confidence, leadership, and future goals. 🌟 We’re so proud of all she has accomplished—including her recent acceptance to Vanderbilt University, where she’ll begin this fall! 🎓📍 Thank you, Addison, for being such a positive role model and showing our students that with hard work and heart, anything is possible. 💫 #SouthHavenHawks #MissNashvilleTeen #LHSAlum #StudentInspiration #FutureCommodore #LeadershipInAction #HawkPride
10 months ago, Cortnie Smith
Addison Stanfill, wearing her Miss Nashville Teen sash and crown, posing with a group of smiling 7th grade students.
Miss Nashville Teen Addison Stanfill reading an inspirational book aloud to a group of engaged 7th grade students seated in a classroom.
🎉 Big News from South Haven Elementary! 🎉 We are thrilled to announce that South Haven Elementary has been awarded the TVA School Uplift Grant for FY 2025, receiving a generous $210,000 to support energy efficiency and school improvements! 💡🏫 Shana Woods, Molly Rhodes, and Janet Oxford stopped by to present the official grant recipient plaque, and we couldn’t be more proud of this amazing accomplishment! 👏 Congratulations to our students, staff, and community on this outstanding achievement. Together, we’re building a brighter, more energy-efficient future! #SouthHavenHawks #TVASchoolUplift #GrantWinner #EnergySmartSchools #ProudMoment #HawkPride
10 months ago, Cortnie Smith
South Haven Elementary is a proud TVA School Uplift $210,000 Grant Winner!
South Haven Elementary is a proud TVA School Uplift $210,000 Grant Winner!
South Haven Elementary is a proud TVA School Uplift $210,000 Grant Winner!