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At a Glance

About Our District and Schools

Houston County Schools serve approximately 6770 students in Southeastern Alabama. The system consists of one K-12 virtual school, one PreK-3 school, one PreK-5 school, three PreK-6 schools, one 6-8 school, one 7-8 school, three 7-12 schools, two 9-12 schools, a career academy that serves students in grades 9-12 from throughout the county, one Alternative School, and Hope High School which serves At-Risk students in grades 9-12. Houston County Schools employs approximately 1040 professional and support personnel with an operating budget of approximately $70 million.

Programs and Services

Academic Programs

  • A strong core curriculum that meets or exceeds state standards
  • Advanced Placement (AP) and Dual Enrollment (DE) programs for high school students
  • Gifted and Talented programs to challenge advanced learners
  • Special Education programs to support students with special needs
  • Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs to provide students with job-related skills

Extracurricular Activities

  • A variety of sports teams for students of all interests and abilities
  • Visual and performing arts programs, such as band, choir, orchestra, and theater
  • Clubs and organizations that focus on a variety of interests, such as academic clubs, and student government

Student Support Services

  • School counselors to provide academic, social, and emotional support
  • School psychologists to assess and address students' mental health needs
  • Social workers to connect students and families with community resources
  • Speech-language pathologists to help students with communication difficulties

Family and Community Engagement

  • Strong communication between schools and families
  • Parent-teacher organizations (PTOs) or volunteer opportunities for parents to get involved in their children's education
  • Community partnerships with businesses, organizations, and institutions of higher learning

Additional Resources

  • Summer school programs
  • English as a Second Language (ESL) programs
  • Professional development programs for teachers and staff
  • Technology resources, such as computers, iPads, and internet access
  • Safe and secure school facilities