Communications
Digital Media & Marketing Specialist
Jaree Hefner
409-316-6545x1518
Email
Welcome to the Communications Department!
The award-winning Hitchcock ISD Communications Department offers unwavering support to the schools and District in fostering timely, accurate, and effective two-way communication between HISD and the public. In doing this, the department ensures a unified, cohesive brand is shared amongst the District and the public.
The department is charged with creating awareness and building support of school district programs, services, events and activities, and with promoting student and staff achievement through all effective means of communication.
Some areas of responsibility and specialization the department currently handles include:
- Social media strategy
- Media relations
- Marketing and promotions
- Public relations
- Community relations
- Emergency communication
Everything we do is accomplished through a variety of channels:
- District and campus webpages
- Press releases & other news/announcements
- Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube)
- Peachjar e-flyers
- Local news media
- Mass notifications system (text, email, and call-outs)
- Direct mail (letters, brochures, etc...)
For more information, please contact the Communications Department at jhefner@hitchcockisd.org or call 409-316-6545.
News & Updates
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Online Registration & Back To School Information Opens July 7th
Reminder: Online registration for the 2026-2027 school year opens on Tuesday, July 7, at 7:00 a.m.
All returning students must complete annual registration before the first day of school. Families will need to provide proof of residency and valid identification during the registration process.
Please visit www.hitchcockisd.org/onlineregistration for all of the links and information you need to join the bulldog family for the 2026-2027 school year.
We can't wait to welcome our Bulldogs back for another great year!
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2026-2027 School Hours & School Calendar
As we prepare for the 2026–2027 school year, Hitchcock ISD is transitioning to a modified four-day instructional week. This page includes each campus's daily operating hours, along with the official school calendar, to help families plan for the year ahead. We encourage all Bulldog families to review this information and save the calendar for quick reference throughout the school year.
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School Supply Lists for 2026-27
School supply lists for the 2026–2027 school year are now available for every Hitchcock ISD campus and grade level. Use the links below to find your child's supply list and get a head start on back-to-school shopping. We appreciate your support in helping our Bulldogs arrive ready to learn on the first day of school.
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Our Journey to Better Communication!
As we prepare for an incredible 2026-2027 school year, we are streamlining and upgrading how we stay connected with you.
As part of this fresh start, ParentSquare is no longer active for our district. We have officially closed that chapter to make room for something even better! We are currently setting up a brand-new, user-friendly parent communication app designed to make school updates and teacher messaging easier than ever.