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Greetings Hill Country Families,
Sunday afternoon, our High School students gathered in the parking lot to head off on their annual retreat, which lasted three days at Camp Buckner, about an hour from school.
But why would a Christian school host retreats? Read more here.
Have a great week!
Eric DeVries, Head of School
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Have You Completed FACTS Start-of-School Forms for 2025-2026?
FACTS Start-of-School Forms must be updated annually. Visit "Web Forms" under the “School” tab in the sidebar of your FACTS Family Portal (desktop), or click on the “Resources & Forms” icon, then click "Web Forms" in your Hill Country Mobile App. Forms include:
- Student Medical Authorization
- Over-the-Counter Medications
- Emergency Contact
- Pick-up Authorization
Also ensure your contact information (e.g., address, phone number, and email address) are current. Do not add student cell phone numbers in FACTS.
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Spirit Store and On-Campus Merch
Hill Country’s Spirit Store keeps students and parents alike looking fresh! With new inventory added each year, you never know what new items and designs are about to drop! From lululemon to Tommy Bahama, our online store has it all!
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Using Visitor Aware for Absences, Tardies, and Attendance Changes
Watch Chief Operations Officer Philip Hudgens explain how to use our new Visitor Aware system for absences, tardies, and attendance changes.
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HillCo Dad’s Bible Study Begins Next Thursday, August 28
Join Hill Country Dads every Thursday at 6:30 a.m. at Los Braseros Mexican Restaurant, 12226 RR 620 N, for Bible study. The study this semester will be LifeChange: Matthew, A Navpress Bible Study. For questions, contact Christiaan Turner.
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Moms in Prayer Groups Start Next Week
- Mondays, 9:00 a.m., with Kristine Hackney, Prayer Room, starts August 25
- Tuesdays, 8:30 a.m., with Karmen Thompson, Prayer Room, starts August 26
- Thursdays, 8:30 a.m., with Laura McNabb, MAC conference room, starts August 28
- Fridays, 2:00 p.m., with Meredith McSpadden, Prayer Room, starts August 29
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Moms In Prayer Kick-off Event on September 3
Join us Wednesday, September 3, at 8:30 a.m., in the north auditorium for our Moms in Prayer annual kick-off event. Email Chelsy Davenport with any questions. RSVP before Friday, August 29. (RSVP encouraged but not required.)
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Save the Date: New Parent Coffee & Conversation with the Head of School
New Hill Country parents (and those with newly enrolled siblings) are invited for coffee and conversation with the Head of School, Mr. Eric DeVries, on Tuesday, September 9, 8:15-9:30 a.m., in the Welcome Center and Family Room (2nd floor). Save the date to join us for meaningful conversation and connection.
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Join Us for Knight with the Stars on September 13!
We are so thrilled Danny Gokey will be our featured entertainment for Knight with the Stars this year! A beloved contemporary Christian singer, husband, and dad, Gokey rose to national fame as a Top 3 Finalist on Season 8 of American Idol. His debut album launched at #4 on the Billboard chart, and his music has earned multiple Dove Awards, K-LOVE Fan Awards, and Grammy nominations.
Join us for an unforgettable evening on Saturday, September 13, at the Sheraton Austin Georgetown for this incredible night (adults-only event). If you plan to stay overnight, reserve your room with this discounted rate for that evening; limited quantity available.
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Senior Thesis Judges Pool Now Open
The application for judging Senior Thesis presentations is now open. Presentations will be held in December and April. To participate as a new or returning judge, please submit this form. For questions, contact Mrs. Eizenhoefer.
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Immunization Reminders
When students turn four, we need an updated immunization record with proof of the four-year-old DTaP, Polio, MMR, and Varicella boosters. For students entering 7th grade for the 2025-2026 school year, we need an updated immunization record with proof of a Tdap and meningitis vaccination. Please send updated records to nurse@hccsa.org.
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Medication Forms for the 2025-2026 School Year
Students requiring self-administered medication at school (including Epi-pens and inhalers) or any prescription medication must submit this form annually. Both the doctor and parent must sign the form. Email the nurse for questions.
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Job Openings at Hill Country
Please share these employment opportunities with your church community. Apply here.
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Congratulations, Gold Star Scripture Winners
Eru Yang, 2nd grade, and 5th graders, Sowon Yang and Lucia Widjaja, are our newest Gold Star Scripture winners! Throughout the year, 1st-5th graders memorize Scripture passages and must recite them all in succession to receive a Gold Star. Well done, Knights!
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Join us for Chapel on Wednesdays
Parents are always welcome to attend Elementary and Preschool chapel in the gym on Wednesday mornings. This year’s Elementary chapel will focus on a group of explorers who set out on a quest to grow closer to God and learn about what His commands mean in our life. Chapel schedule:
- 3rd–5th grade lesson: 8:15-8:40 a.m.
- K–5th grade combined worship: 8:40-9:00 a.m.
- K–2nd grade lesson: 9:00-9:25 a.m.
- Preschool: 9:30-10:00 a.m.
Park near the gym (view map) and check in there to get a badge. If you have not yet opted into facial recognition with our new Visitor Aware badge system, you must bring a driver’s license to sign in as a visitor.
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Drop-Off and Pick-up Procedures
Drop-off and pick-up procedures are available here.
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Elementary Christmas Play Auditions
Third-5th grade students are invited to audition for speaking parts or solos in our Elementary Christmas Program. Find details and sign up to audition by this Thursday, August 21.
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Grade-Level Parent Meetings
Learn about your student's teacher, curriculum, homework, and expectations at your grade-level parent meeting. View the schedule.
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Travel Shirts Required for Field Studies
All Elementary students must wear a Hill Country travel shirt when attending field studies. You may purchase here (if you don't already have one) by next Wednesday, August 27.
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Go Week Information Meeting Next Wednesday
We will hold a Go Week information meeting for all high school parents and students on Wednesday, August 27, 7:15-8:00 p.m., in the 3rd floor auditorium.
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Middle & High School ARCC
Executive Functioning Support and Supplemental Math Support
To register students for executive functioning or supplemental math support, use this FACTS form. Executive Functioning and Supplemental Math ARCC support meets during tutorial times on Tuesdays and Thursdays in the ARCC testing center and is a year-long service. For questions, email Mrs. Novlan.
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College Reps on Campus
Various college representatives will be on campus during September. All meetings will be held during lunch in portable 7.
- Tues. 09/02: Samford University
- Wed. 09/03: University of Tennessee: Knoxville
- Tues. 09/09: Grand Canyon University
- Fri. 09/12: St. Edward's University
- Tues. 09/16: Concordia University Texas
- Wed. 09/17: Pepperdine University
We highly encourage students to attend these lunchtime meetings.
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Preorder Yard Signs and Shirts
Preorders for football, cheer, pep squad, cross country, and volleyball will close this Thursday, August 21, at 9:00 a.m., for shirts and yard signs!
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Fall Sports Night
Fall Sports Night is now digital! If your athlete participates in a fall sport (i.e., football, volleyball, cross country, and cheer), watch this video.
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