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Hempfield School District utilizes a text messaging system to notify parents/guardians of student absences, emergencies, school closings, delays, or unexpected early dismissals. Families no longer need to subscribe or “opt in” to receive the messages. Cell phone numbers are automatically pulled from PowerSchool, our student information system, if your number is listed as MOBILE and not HOME.

To complete or update your demographic information in PowerSchool:

1. Log in to PowerSchool, using the district website: www.hempfieldsd.org
(click on the PowerSchool Link) Usernames and passwords are case-sensitive.

This process will NOT work using the app. You must use a laptop or desktop computer. 

2. Select the student you wish to update along the top (if you have more than one student, you need to complete one demographic form for each student)

3. Select the Student Demographic Information Update icon on the left-hand side (scroll to the bottom);

4. Enter your child’s date of birth for authentication.

5. Select “Begin Forms.”

6. After making your updates, the last page will show you a summary and a submit button. Click submit. Double-check to ensure your cell phone number is listed as 'MOBILE' and not 'HOME' phone from the dropdown menu. 

7. For additional assistance:
https://www.hempfieldsd.org/operations/technology-department/student-demographic-information

Email powerschool@hempfieldsd.org for any questions regarding your Parent PowerSchool Portal account, or Parent Schoology account

Only MOBILE phone numbers listed in PowerSchool will receive text messages. If you are not a child’s parent or guardian listed in PowerSchool or a Hempfield staff member, you will no longer receive text messages from Hempfield School District.

As part of our ongoing commitment to student and staff safety, our staff will begin using the CENTEGIX CrisisAlert system. This security alert system allows staff to quickly and discreetly request help in an emergency. With the press of a button on a wearable badge, school administrators and emergency responders are immediately notified and provided with real-time information to guide their response. This tool enhances the safety procedures already in place across all Hempfield School District buildings.

To ensure the new system is functioning properly, we will conduct testing after school in a few of our buildings on Thursday and additional ones on Monday morning, prior to parent-teacher conferences. During these tests, no action is required from students, families, or staff who may be in the buildings. Staff will be aware of the testing schedule, and an announcement will be made prior to the test. There will be no disruption to the school day.

Thank you for your continued support in helping to keep our schools safe.

Registration is now OPEN for our Winter Workout Program and Spring 2026 Travel Baseball!

You can register today by visiting our website: https://www.playhya.com/

Registration will remain open through December 14.

Winter Workouts

Dates: January 2, 9, 16, and 30
Location:  Spooky Nook Sports
Times:
• 10U – 5:30 to 7:00 PM
• 12U – 6:30 to 8:00 PM
• 14U – 7:30 to 9:00 PM

Spring 2026 Travel Baseball Evaluations

Dates: January 31 and February 7
Location:  Spooky Nook Sports
Times: 3:00 PM – 9:00 PM

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out to Brian Biggs, HYA Travel Baseball Coordinator (703-340-4458 or Hyabaseball.brianbiggs@gmail.com)

Save the Date for our next Community Forum to learn more about the high school construction project. Join us on Thursday, Nov. 6 at 6:30 p.m. in the HHS PAC. Be part of the conversation and the future of Hempfield!

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Hempfield Partners for Exceptional Children is a partnership between parents/guardians and district staff, working together to improve communication and understanding of student needs and educational services for students who have been identified with exceptionalities (students with an IEP, GIEP, and/or 504 Plan). HPEC is a forum where you can network with parents and staff to share your concerns about your child’s performance in school, to share strategies that have worked for you, or to gain new strategies.

Here are upcoming events and informational sessions: 

October 27 - Parent Networking Meeting & CTC Information Session
6:30-8:00 Admin Building

January 8 - Transition Night- For families of students who will be switching buildings for the 26-27 school year (6^th to 7^th, 8^th to 9^th)
6:30-8:00 Admin Building

February 24 - Zoom with Julie Skolnich
Understanding and Addressing Emotion Regulation in Gifted and Distractable Minds. 6:30-8:00

An eye-opening and practical session that explores why 2e individuals often experience big emotions and seemingly out-of-sync reactions. With insight, warmth, and real-world examples, Julie unpacks the brain-based reasons behind emotion regulation challenges—and offers a clear, compassionate formula for responding with intention. Perfect for both parents and 2e adults, this session brings clarity, connection, and strategies to support calm at home, in the classroom, and beyond.

April 22 - Transition Beyond Secondary– A resource fair to include post-secondary ed, options for students going into the workforce, adult services, and job training services.
6:30-8:00 Admin Building

HHS Class of 2005 will hold its 20 Year Reunion on Saturday, December 27 at Southern Market in Lancaster from 5-7:30 pm. Register Now!

Join us this Friday, Oct. 10, at 4:15 p.m. for a special kick-off event celebrating the start of construction on our new baseball field and upgrades to the softball field.

The event will include a construction update followed by a friendly wiffle ball game featuring HHS baseball and softball athletes.

Location: Future site of the new baseball field, beside LPC and adjacent to the Quad.

We look forward to celebrating this exciting milestone with our community!

Save the Date for our next Community Forum to learn more about the high school construction project. Join us on Thursday, Nov. 6 at 6:30 p.m. in the HHS PAC. Be part of the conversation and the future of Hempfield!

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