

Due to a water main break, Howe Middle School will close early today at 2:00 p.m.
🚌 Howe Middle School buses will run at 2:00 p.m. Students who normally ride the bus home will be transported at that time.
Please note:
Summit Hill Elementary and Howe High School will remain on their normal dismissal and bus schedules.
We appreciate our families’ flexibility and understanding as we respond to this unexpected situation. Please help us share this information with other Howe Middle School families.

Dear Howe ISD Parents and Guardians,
Device insurance for the 2026–2027 school year is now available for purchase! Families can purchase the Howe ISD iPad Protection Plan through the same LINQ Connect portal used for school meal accounts.
How to Purchase:
Visit www.howeisd.net
Select Departments
Choose Food Service
Click LINQ Connect
Log in to your LINQ Connect account
Under Quick Links, select School Store
Choose iPad Protection Plan 26-27 and complete your purchase
Want Device Insurance for FREE?
Families who complete a Free and Reduced Lunch Application for the 2026–2027 school year will receive device insurance at no cost, even if they do not qualify for free or reduced-price meals.
The important part is simply completing the application for this school year. You can find the application in LINQ Connect under Meal Applications.
Purchasing or receiving device insurance helps protect your family from unexpected costs if a district-issued iPad is accidentally damaged during the school year. If you have more than one student with a district-issued device, please make sure coverage is completed for each applicable student.
Thank you for helping us keep our student devices protected and ready for learning!
Howe ISD Technology Department



We know the beginning of the school year comes with a lot of information, so we have gathered the most important details into one easy guide for Howe ISD families!
Inside, you will find:
✅ School start and dismissal times
✅ Registration reminders and ParentPortal access
✅ School supply information
✅ Howe ISD website and app resources
✅ Communication and learning tools by grade level
✅ Lunch menus and meal payment information
✅ Important district and campus phone numbers
Be sure to save these graphics so you can easily reference them throughout the school year. We are excited to welcome our Bulldogs back on August 12, 2026! ❤️🖤
#HoweISD #GoBulldogs #BackToSchool #BulldogBlitz








📚✏️ School Supply Giveaway! 🎒
The Howe Community Library is helping local students get ready for an amazing school year with a School Supply Giveaway!
🗓️ Friday, August 7
🕒 3:00-6:00 PM
📍 Hosted by the Howe Community Library
Supplies will be distributed while they last on a first come, first served basis.
Important: Students must be present to receive school supplies.
Help us spread the word so every Bulldog is ready for the first day of school! ❤️🖤
#HoweISD #HoweBulldogs #BackToSchool #SchoolSupplyGiveaway #CommunitySupport


Last week, Howe ISD was proud to celebrate our Teacher of the Year, Stephanie Burge, at Region 10 ESC’s Teacher of the Year event at Southfork Ranch. Stephanie was accompanied by her principal, Paula Lashley, for a special evening honoring outstanding educators from across the region.
We are incredibly proud of Stephanie and grateful for the dedication, heart, and excellence she brings to Howe ISD each day. Congratulations on this well-deserved recognition! 🐾🍎
#HoweISD #TeacherOfTheYear #Region10ESC #BulldogPride




Our new Pre-K and Kindergarten playground at Summit Hill Elementary is ready to welcome students! This colorful, age-appropriate space was designed to encourage imagination, movement, exploration, and plenty of fun.
We are excited for our youngest learners to make new friends, build confidence, and create wonderful memories in this special addition to Summit Hill’s new construction. 🛝🐾
#HoweISD #SummitHillElementary #LittleBulldogs #LearningThroughPlay #NewConstruction
Howe ISD is incredibly grateful to the Howe PTO and our generous community partners for helping make our 2026 Back-to-School Convocation Breakfast such a special event for our staff.
A heartfelt thank you to the Howe PTO for sponsoring the coffee, juices, and beautiful table centerpieces that made our morning feel so welcoming.
We also extend our sincere appreciation to Knepshield Hunter, Howe Family Dentistry, and SouthState Bank for their generous support and partnership in celebrating the amazing educators and staff who serve our students every day.
Your investment in Howe ISD is an investment in our teachers, our students, and our community. We are truly thankful for your generosity, encouragement, and continued commitment to Bulldog Pride.
Together, we’re building an incredible year for our Bulldog family. Thank you for supporting Howe ISD! 🖤❤️

Per Texas state law, all required immunization records or valid exemptions must be on file by 8:00 AM on August 12, 2026.
Students without the required documentation will be sent home on the first day of school and may not return until their immunization records or exemption paperwork has been received.
Need vaccinations?
Passport Health will be onsite at Summit Hill on Wednesday, August 12, 2026, from 8:00 AM–11:00 AM to provide immunizations.
✅ A parent or legal guardian must be present.
If you have questions, please contact:
Holly Jones, District Nurse
📧 Jones.Holly@HoweISD.net
💉 Sin vacunas, no hay clases
De acuerdo con la ley del estado de Texas, los registros de vacunación requeridos o una exención válida deben entregarse antes de las 8:00 a. m. del 12 de agosto de 2026.
Los estudiantes que no tengan la documentación requerida serán enviados a casa el primer día de clases y no podrán regresar hasta que se entregue su registro de vacunación o la documentación de exención correspondiente.
¿Necesita vacunas?
Passport Health estará en Summit Hill el miércoles 12 de agosto de 2026, de 8:00 a. m. a 11:00 a. m., ofreciendo una clínica de vacunación.
✅ Es necesario que un padre, madre o tutor legal esté presente.
Si tiene alguna pregunta, comuníquese con:
Holly Jones, Enfermera del Distrito
📧 Jones.Holly@HoweISD.net
#HoweISD #RegresoAClases #SaludEscolar #Vacunas


Looking for a flexible way to make a difference in the lives of students? Join the Howe ISD team as a substitute!
🗓️ Substitute Training
📅 July 30
🕘 9:00 AM
📍 Howe ISD Administration Building
We are accepting applications for:
🍎 Teachers
🚌 Bus Drivers
🍽️ Food Service
🧹 Custodial
📋 Aides
🖇️ Secretarial
To qualify, applicants must:
✔️ Be at least 18 years old
✔️ Have a high school diploma or equivalent
All new applicants are required to attend this mandatory training before being added to the district's substitute list.
Please bring:
• Two forms of identification (Driver's License and Social Security card, for example)
• A voided check for direct deposit
Certified teachers should also bring:
• A copy of transcripts
• A copy of a valid Texas teaching certificate
Don't forget to print and complete the required forms before training.
Questions? Contact Misty Hargrove at (903) 745-4000.
We'd love to have you on the Howe ISD team! 🐾

Does your student need medication during the school day? Our campus nurses are happy to help!
Please remember that all medications, including prescription and over-the-counter medications, must be brought to the nurse’s office and signed in by a parent or guardian. For everyone’s safety, medications should not be sent to school with students.
Questions or need a medication form? Please contact your student’s campus nurse. Thank you for helping us keep our Bulldogs safe and healthy! ❤️🐾
