Superintendent Reports Successful School Openings and Upcoming Events in Hendersonville

During the Henderson County Schools Board of Education meeting on August 4, 2025, Superintendent Garrett provided an overview of the district's operations and upcoming events as the new school year approaches. The meeting highlighted the successful opening of Bruce Drysdale Elementary and Harrisonville Elementary, which began their sessions on July 10, while the traditional calendar is set to start on August 11.

Superintendent Garrett emphasized the importance of attendance as September is designated as Attendance Awareness Month. He noted that the district will observe Labor Day on September 1, with no school for students and staff. Additionally, school tours are scheduled for September 3, marking the first community engagement event of the year, with visits to Bruce Drysdale, Sugarloaf Elementary, and Hendersonville High School.

A notable moment in the meeting was the announcement of the kindergarten class of 2038, which will be welcomed into the schools next week. This initiative aims to foster community spirit, with local sponsors contributing to the distribution of class T-shirts.

The meeting also touched on the upcoming National Hispanic Heritage Month, which begins on September 15, highlighting the district's commitment to celebrating cultural diversity. Superintendent Garrett concluded his report with a reminder of the next school board meeting on September 8 at 4:00 PM.

In a more somber note, the superintendent shared details regarding the memorial services for a community member, Mr. Bridges, scheduled for Thursday at First Baptist Church, reflecting the district's close-knit community ties.

The meeting concluded with a light-hearted celebration of staff birthdays, reinforcing the district's supportive environment. As the school year begins, the board anticipates receiving student performance and growth data, particularly science scores, within the next couple of weeks, which will be crucial for assessing educational outcomes.