Hartselle Board of Education: Schools, 2026–27 Calendar, Meetings & Registration
The Hartselle Board of Education governs Hartselle City Schools in Hartselle, Alabama. Families commonly need the Board office for meeting records, first-time student enrollment and district-level questions, while everyday attendance, classroom and school-event issues are usually handled directly by the student’s school.
This guide brings together the 2026–27 district calendar, Board meetings, current Board members, Central Office, school contacts, registration requirements, out-of-district enrollment, transportation and parent tools.
Hartselle Board of Education quick facts
Hartselle Board meeting dates and work sessions
Hartselle’s Board holds regular meetings, work sessions and specially called meetings as school-system business requires. The district’s live calendar and Board archives are the best sources because Hartselle does not rely on one simple fixed monthly rule.
Verified 2026 Board records show meetings on January 20, February 24, March 17, April 20, May 20, June 15, July 14, August 18 and September 14, along with multiple special-called meetings and separate work sessions.
Regular Board meeting
Recent regular meetings have generally started at 6:00 p.m.
Work session
Some meeting dates include a work session before the regular meeting; September 14, 2026 listed a 4:30 p.m. work session and 6:00 p.m. Board meeting.
Special-called meeting
Additional meetings can be scheduled when district business cannot wait for the next regular session.
October 2026 caution: a current October Board meeting date was not reliably exposed in the official indexed calendar during this review, so this guide does not guess one. Open the live HCS calendar before planning a visit.
Meeting location: official meeting notices state that Board meetings are held at the Hartselle Board of Education Central Office, 305 College Street, unless a different location is specifically listed.
How to verify a Hartselle Board decision
The district separates preliminary agendas, Board meeting minutes and meeting videos. These resources answer different questions and should not be treated as interchangeable.
Confirm the meeting date
Use the live district calendar or Board Meeting Notification section.
Read the preliminary agenda
The preliminary agenda tells you what is expected to be considered. It does not prove that an item was ultimately approved.
Use meeting video for discussion context
If the district has posted the video, it can help explain presentations, questions and Board discussion.
Use minutes for the formal record
The district keeps year-by-year minutes archives, including a current 2026 section.
How to place a matter before the Hartselle Board
Hartselle’s Board page states that a person who wants to address a specific matter to the Board must submit a written request to the Superintendent’s office five days before the scheduled Board meeting so the matter can be included on the agenda.
Five-day advance request
Do not assume you can arrive at a meeting and automatically receive agenda time for a specific matter.
Submit to Superintendent’s office
Use the current district contact route and identify the matter clearly enough for staff to route the request.
Student-specific matters: issues involving grades, special education, discipline, medical information or other private student records are usually better handled through the student’s school or responsible district office instead of being disclosed publicly.
Hartselle Board of Education members
Hartselle’s current Board page lists five elected members. Members must be Hartselle residents and serve four-year terms. Board authority is exercised collectively rather than by individual members acting alone.
| Board member | Current listing |
|---|---|
| Daxton Maze | Hartselle Board of Education member |
| Dana McCutcheon | Hartselle Board of Education member |
| Dr. Anna Holland | Hartselle Board of Education member |
| Bruce Wilhite | Board member since 2025 |
| Richie Nagel | Board member since 2025 |
Governance distinction: the Board establishes, reviews and revises district policy. Day-to-day administration is handled by the Superintendent and school-system staff.
Hartselle City Schools school calendar
The district currently publishes a dedicated 2026–2027 District Calendar and a Spanish version. Families should use that school-year calendar for instructional days and closures, then use the live Events calendar for Board meetings and newly added district events.
Printable district calendar
Use the 2026–27 file for school-year planning, holidays, breaks and scheduled student/staff days.
Live HCS event calendar
Use the website calendar for Board meetings, work sessions, district events and time-sensitive additions.
Calendar version check: Hartselle’s document system contains historical calendar files as well as the current one. Make sure the heading explicitly says 2026–2027 before relying on a downloaded PDF.
Hartselle Board of Education office address and contact
Schools in Hartselle City Schools
Hartselle’s district site currently identifies six main school campuses. Families should generally contact the school directly for attendance, pickup, daily schedules, classroom concerns and school-specific events.
| School | Address / phone | Useful route |
|---|---|---|
| Barkley Bridge Elementary | 2333 Barkley Bridge Road SW · 256-773-1931 | Pre-K–4 elementary services and school events. |
| Crestline Elementary | 800 Crestline Drive SW · 256-773-9967 | Pre-K–4 school services and consolidated city Pre-K. |
| F.E. Burleson Elementary | 1100 Bethel Road NE · 256-773-2411 | Elementary attendance, classroom and school support. |
| Hartselle Intermediate School | 130 Petain Street · 256-773-6094 | Intermediate-grade student and family services. |
| Hartselle Junior High School | 904 South Sparkman Street · 256-773-5426 | Junior-high attendance, academics and activities. |
| Hartselle High School | Use current HHS directory | High-school academics, athletics, graduation and counseling. |
Fast routing: classroom or attendance question → school. Bus issue → Transportation. First-time enrollment → Central Office. Agenda or Board policy question → Board of Education section.
What you need to register a new Hartselle student
Hartselle is currently enrolling students for the 2026–27 school year. First-time HCS students register through the Central Office at 305 College Street NE.
Bring proof of residence
Current registration guidance lists a current utility bill or lease agreement showing the address where the parent or guardian and child live.
Bring an official birth certificate
The district says hospital records are not accepted as a substitute for the official birth certificate.
Bring an Alabama immunization record
Out-of-state immunization documentation may need to be transferred to an Alabama record through a health department or medical provider.
Bring parent or guardian ID
A valid government-issued ID such as a driver’s license or passport is required.
Bring current school records for grades 1–12
The district requests the current report card with grades and attendance; grades 9–12 also require transcript information.
Bring custody, IEP or 504 records when applicable
Final court-signed custody documentation and current special-education or 504 records should be supplied when they apply.
Enrollment is not final after initial approval alone. Hartselle says families must also complete and submit the district’s online student enrollment forms.
Hartselle Kindergarten age and registration rule
For the 2026–27 school year, a child must be 5 years old on or before September 1, 2026 to register for Kindergarten.
Current Pre-K student?
Attendance in Hartselle Pre-K does not automatically enroll a child in Kindergarten. The parent still has to complete Kindergarten registration.
Out-of-district Kindergarten
Approved out-of-district Kindergarten applicants are charged an additional $25 non-refundable registration fee in addition to applicable tuition.
Hartselle out-of-district enrollment for second semester
Hartselle accepts out-of-district applications under a separate approval process. For students seeking entry for the second semester of 2026–27, the district currently lists a firm application window of October 1 through November 20, 2026.
$1,000 per student
The current district tuition page lists an out-of-district fee of $1,000 per student.
$500 family fee
A family living outside Morgan County is currently assessed a $500 ad valorem fee per family.
$25 monthly late fee
The current payment page lists a $25-per-month late fee.
Application is not admission. The registration page says families receive online enrollment instructions after approval. Do not pay or assume placement until the district has completed the applicable approval process.
Hartselle school-bus routes and approved stops
Hartselle Transportation says service is provided for approved stops inside the City of Hartselle. Approved locations can include a student’s residence, daycare facility, caretaker’s residence or a parent’s place of business.
For elementary students, the approved stop must also be inside the transportation zone for the elementary school the student attends.
Elementary zone check: an address being inside Hartselle does not necessarily mean every elementary bus can use that stop. The stop must correspond with the student’s elementary transportation zone.
Useful Hartselle parent tools
PowerSchool
The district provides parent and student account instructions and a direct PowerSchool route for grades and school information.
ParentSquare
Hartselle uses ParentSquare for district and school communication.
HCS mobile app
The official district app provides news, school notifications, directory access and personalized district information.
Notification tip: install the Hartselle City Schools app and keep your parent-contact information current so you do not have to rely only on search results for time-sensitive school announcements.
Common Hartselle Board of Education mistakes
“I found a Board meeting date on an old document.”
Check the live HCS calendar because work sessions and special-called meetings can change the normal pattern.
“Every meeting is automatically at Central Office.”
Central Office is the normal location, but the district expressly says another location may be posted.
“I can ask for agenda time when I arrive.”
The Board page says a written request for a specific matter must be submitted to the Superintendent’s office five days before the meeting.
“The preliminary agenda proves the Board approved something.”
No. Check the official minutes after the meeting when final Board action matters.
“My child attended Hartselle Pre-K, so Kindergarten is automatic.”
No. The district specifically requires those families to register again for Kindergarten.
“Out-of-district enrollment stays open all semester.”
The current second-semester window is October 1 through November 20, 2026, and the district calls the deadline firm.
“Any Hartselle address works for any elementary bus stop.”
No. Elementary approved stops must also be within the appropriate elementary transportation zone.
“I only need the first set of enrollment papers.”
The district says enrollment is not finalized until its online student enrollment forms are completed and submitted.
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Hartselle Board of Education FAQs
Where is the Hartselle Board of Education office?
Hartselle City Schools lists Central Office at 305 College Street NE, Hartselle, AL 35640.
What is the Hartselle City Schools phone number?
The main district phone number is 256-773-5419.
Who is the Hartselle superintendent?
Dr. Holly W. Sutherland is Superintendent of Hartselle City Schools.
How many members are on the Hartselle Board of Education?
The district states that the Board consists of five elected Hartselle residents who serve four-year terms.
Who are the current Hartselle Board members?
The current Board page lists Daxton Maze, Dana McCutcheon, Dr. Anna Holland, Bruce Wilhite and Richie Nagel.
Where are Hartselle Board meetings held?
Official meeting notices say Board meetings are normally held at the Hartselle Board of Education Central Office at 305 College Street unless a different location is posted.
What time are Hartselle Board meetings?
Recent regular Board meetings have generally been listed for 6:00 p.m., sometimes following an earlier work session. Always verify the current calendar.
When is the next Hartselle Board meeting?
A current October 2026 meeting date was not reliably exposed in the official indexed calendar during this review. Use the live Hartselle City Schools event calendar instead of relying on a guessed date.
How do I get a matter on the Hartselle Board agenda?
The district says a written request must be submitted to the Superintendent’s office five days before the scheduled Board meeting to have a specific matter included on the agenda.
Where can I find Hartselle Board minutes?
The Board Meeting Minutes section contains a current 2026 archive and prior years going back to 2013.
Where can I find the Hartselle 2026–27 school calendar?
Use the district’s 2026–2027 District Calendar page. Hartselle also publishes a Spanish version.
Where do new students register for Hartselle City Schools?
First-time HCS students are directed to register at Central Office, 305 College Street NE in Hartselle.
What documents are needed for Hartselle enrollment?
Current district guidance includes proof of residence, official birth certificate, valid Alabama immunization record, parent or guardian government ID, applicable school transcripts or report cards, and custody, IEP or 504 documents when relevant.
How old must a child be for Hartselle Kindergarten in 2026–27?
A child must be five years old on or before September 1, 2026.
Does a Hartselle Pre-K student automatically move into Kindergarten?
No. The district says current Pre-K families must still complete Kindergarten registration.
When can an out-of-district student apply for second semester?
The current 2026–27 registration page lists October 1 through November 20, 2026 as the firm application window.
How much is Hartselle out-of-district tuition?
The district currently lists $1,000 per student, a $500 family ad valorem fee for families outside Morgan County and a $25 monthly late fee.
Where does Hartselle provide school-bus transportation?
The Transportation Department says approved stops must be inside the City of Hartselle. Elementary stops must also be within the transportation zone of the student’s elementary school.
Use the Hartselle route that matches your question
Board governance
Use Board meeting notices, preliminary agendas, minutes, videos and Board-member resources.
Student or family task
Use Central Office registration, Transportation, PowerSchool or the student’s school.
Time-sensitive task
Recheck the official HCS website before attending a meeting, using an older bus route or acting on an enrollment deadline.
Independent information guide: BoardofEducations.org is not Hartselle City Schools, the Hartselle Board of Education, the City of Hartselle or the Alabama State Department of Education. Current official district notices, Board records and school communications control if information changes.