Our school board is dedicated to fostering an environment where every student can achieve academic excellence and personal growth in a safe and supportive setting.
As elected representatives of our community, we are committed to making informed decisions that shape the future of our schools. Our responsibilities include:
Our mission is to support every student in reaching their full potential by prioritizing safety, equity, and excellence in all our decisions. We invite you to explore our initiatives, participate in our meetings, and join us in our dedication to student success and safety.
Houston County School Board Members are dedicated to fostering an environment that promotes student achievement in academics by prioritizing high educational standards, equitable access to resources, and supportive learning experiences. They work collaboratively to develop policies, allocate budgets effectively, and oversee curriculum choices that meet diverse student needs. By engaging with parents, teachers, and the community, school boards create a culture of collaboration and support, ensuring that every student has the opportunity to thrive academically and reach their full potential.
As elected representatives of our community, we are committed to making informed decisions that shape the future of our schools. Our responsibilities include:
Vince Wade
President
District 7
wade.vince@hcboe.us
Marty Collins
Vice President
District 4
collins.marty@hcboe.us
David Hollinger
District 1
hollinger.david@hcboe.us
Scott Long
District 2
long.scott@hcboe.us
Tara Singley
District 3
singley.tara@hcboe.us
Chris Lasseter
District 5
lasseter.chris@hcboe.us
Mark Kelley
District 6
kelley.mark@hcboe.us
In accordance with Section 36-12-40 of the Code of Alabama, Houston County Schools complies with the Alabama Open Records Act. The law provides that "every citizen has a right to inspect and take a copy of any public writing of this state, except as otherwise expressly provided by statute.
However, not all "public writings" are covered by this law.
"records concerning security plans, procedures, assessments, measures, or systems, and any other records relating to, or having an impact upon, the security or safety of persons, structures, facilities, or other infrastructures, including without limitation information concerning critical infrastructure (as defined at 42 U.S.C. §5195c(e) as amended) and critical energy infrastructure information (as defined at 18 C.F.R. §388.113(c)(1) as amended) the public disclosure of which could reasonably be expected to be detrimental to the public safety or welfare, and records the disclosure of which would otherwise be detrimental to the best interests of the public shall be exempted from this section."
To request a record from Houston County Schools, please download the record request form below, complete it, and email it to dhooper@hcboe.us at HCS Central Office.