MISSION
The mission of the Hattiesburg Public Schools is to educate all students to become productive citizens of a dynamic, global community.
VISION
The vision of the Hattiesburg Public Schools is to create a model teaching and learning environment that graduates EVERY student prepared for success in life, college, and the workforce.
GOALS
- Academic Success: EVERY student is proficient and showing growth in all assessed areas.
- Effective and Committed Staff: EVERY classroom and department is led by caring, supportive, and highly effective staff.
- Positive School Climate and Culture: ALL schools are safe, supportive, and welcoming.
- Family and Community Engagement: ALL families and the community are informed, connected, and contribute to the success of our students and schools.
- Fiscal Responsibility and Sustainable Resources: ALL District resources support the full implementation of the strategic plan.
BELIEFS
- We believe students are the central focus of all District activities and can achieve at high levels.
- We believe every adult plays a vital role in our students’ growth and development.
- We believe in strategically allocating resources to educate students in high-quality learning environments.
- We believe in providing students a wide range of academic and extracurricular opportunities and experiences.
- We believe everyone is a leader.
- We believe the community plays an essential role in the District’s success.
This student handbook has been prepared for the faculty, students, parents/guardians, and other Hattiesburg Public Schools community members. This handbook sets forth the procedures, policies, services, and practices governing the operation of the district and each school within the District. The Handbook is subject to change as Hattiesburg Public Schools' policy changes.
The policies and procedures in this handbook apply to any student on school property, on the school bus, or at a school-sponsored activity or event. In addition, it applies to conduct off-campus that may disrupt learning.
All parents and students enrolled in our schools will be provided an online copy of the handbook for future reference. In addition, all parents and students are required to read the handbook to be aware of all school policies and become more informed partners in our educational process. Each school site may publish site-specific handbooks.
Not every situation which could arise during a school year can be anticipated. Thus, there may be times when this handbook will not provide specific guidance. In those cases, building principals are empowered to make decisions consistent with fairness to students and parents and to address discipline, order, and a positive learning environment.
| SCHOOL DIRECTORY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
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SCHOOL |
ADDRESS |
PHONE |
FAX |
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Hattiesburg High
(9-12)
|
301 N. Hutchinson Avenue Hattiesburg, MS 39401 |
601-544-0811 |
601-582-2524 |
|
N. R. Burger Middle
(7-8)
|
174 W. S. F. Tatum Blvd Hattiesburg, MS 39401 |
601-582-0536 |
601-582-0572 |
|
STEAM Academy
(6th)
|
176 W. S. F. Tatum Blvd Hattiesburg, MS 39401 |
601-582-5291 |
601-544-4366 |
|
Lillie Burney Learning Center |
901 Ida Avenue
Hattiesburg, MS 39401
|
601-584-6311 |
601-583-7322 |
|
Grace Christian Elementary
(PK-5)
|
2207 W. 7th Street
Hattiesburg, MS 3940
|
601-583-0662 |
601-582-6083 |
|
Hawkins Elementary
(PK-5)
|
526 Forrest Avenue
Hattiesburg, MS 39401
|
601-583-4311 |
601-583-8840 |
|
Rowan Elementary
(PK-5)
|
500 Martin Luther King Avenue Hattiesburg, MS 39401 |
601-583-0960 |
601-582-0227 |
|
Thames Elementary
(PK-5)
|
2900 Jamestown Road Hattiesburg, MS 39402 |
601-582-6655 |
601-582-6084 |
|
Woodley Elementary
(PK-5)
|
2006 O’Ferrall Street Hattiesburg, MS 39401 |
601-583-8112 |
601-582-6081 |
|
Transportation Department |
707 Hutchinson Avenue Hattiesburg, MS 39401 |
601-583-2857 |
601-583-4619 |