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2023 grades released: District, schools earn all A’s

Barbers Hill ISD is celebrating a significant achievement, earning an "A" rating for the district and every single one of its campuses in the Texas Education Agency's 2023 A–F Accountability Ratings. This remarkable accomplishment comes even as the state implemented a more rigorous STAAR assessment in 2023.

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School district awards annual Mills Family Scholarship

Barbers Hill High School senior Jason Lane Farish is the second recipient of the Mills Family Scholarship, an annual $10,000 award from the Barbers Hill Education Foundation for any K-12 Barbers Hill student who wants to pursue a degree in the oil and/or petrochemical business.

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ISN choir students achieve record-breaking success

Barbers Hill Intermediate School North is celebrating the remarkable accomplishments of its talented sixth grade choir students. This year, the school has made history by setting a record with an exceptional number of students selected for the Texas Choral Directors Association  honor choirs—a prestigious recognition in the world of middle school and elementary music.

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Simper hired as new Eagles football coach

Cody Simper, the head football coach at Cypress Woods High School, has been hired as the new head coach at Barbers Hill High School, replacing Carl Abseck, who held the role for four seasons. Simper’s first day on the job will be February 10.

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School district to host parent conference on Feb. 8

Barbers Hill ISD is excited to invite parents and guardians to the “Parenting with Purpose: It’s Heart Work” conference on Saturday, February 8, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Intermediate School North. This free event aims to provide parents with the tools and strategies they need to strengthen their relationship with their children and foster a supportive, growth-oriented environment at home.

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BHHS choir, band students earn All-State honors

Barbers Hill High School is celebrating a remarkable achievement in its fine arts program, with five students selected as Texas All-State musicians, a prestigious honor that highlights their exceptional talent and dedication to music.

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School floats shine in Christmas on the Hill Parade

The Christmas spirit lit up Mont Belvieu during the annual Christmas on the Hill Parade on December 8, as Barbers Hill schools stole the show, capturing six of the eight coveted awards. This year’s parade, themed "Holiday Movies!", showcased creativity, festive cheer, and a touch of Hollywood magic.

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District & ISS earn statewide honors for bilingual education

Barbers Hill ISD and Barbers Hill Intermediate School South have been honored by the Summies awards for their exemplary achievements in supporting Emergent Bilingual students. Hosted by Summit K12, the Summies celebrate institutions across Texas that demonstrate excellence in advancing the language skills of bilingual students.

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All BH schools earn Purple Star Campus Designation

All eight Barbers Hill ISD campuses have earned the Purple Star Campus Designation that recognizes schools that show their support and commitment to meeting the unique needs of military-connected students and their families.

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District’s bond rating upgraded, with potential savings for taxpayers

Moody’s Ratings has upgraded Barbers Hill ISD’s credit rating from “Aa2” to “Aa1”. The agency recognized the district’s strong financial position and added support provided by the Barbers Hill ISD Education Foundation, solid assessed value growth, and positive population and enrollment trends in assigning this high-quality credit rating.

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Junior wins state title in triple jump

Barbers Hill High School junior Jayden Thrower won the Class 5A triple jump competition on May 3.

Thrower became Barbers Hill’s first state track champion since Emily Gunderson won the girls pole vault in 2014.

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AP Honor Roll Bronze award

Barbers Hill High School has received special recognition from College Board called the AP Honor Roll Bronze Award. This award is given in recognition of schools whose AP programs offer students broad access to AP exams and deliver results. 

According to the College Board website, schools that receive this recognition must meet certain criteria including how many students take the exam, how many students take at least one exam, and how many take at least five exams. 

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