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Hernando Elementary School — School Calendar 2026-27
HERNANDO, MS 38632
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HES Wears Blue for Kindness on October 12!Our little Tigers are wearing blue for World Bullying Prevention Month! Students and staff are encouraged to wear blue on October 12 as we celebrate kindness, friendship, and looking out for one another.At HES, every Tiger deserves to feel welcome and included. Let’s fill our school with blue and show how much kindness can grow when we choose it together!
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Orange You Glad We Stand Together?October 21 | Bullying Prevention Unity DayOn October 21, HES is turning orange for Unity Day! Students and staff are invited to wear orange to show that everyone belongs in our Tiger family.A friendly word, an invitation to play, or a helping hand can make someone’s day. Let’s make our hallways bright with orange and our actions full of kindness!
HES Red Ribbon Week: Heroes Make Good ChoicesOctober 26–30, 2026Every little Tiger has the power to make good choices! We’re celebrating Red Ribbon Week with a full week of superhero inspired dress-up days.Monday, October 26 — Superheroes in TrainingGet ready for action! Wear your best training gear, such as leggings or gym shorts.Tuesday, October 27 — Make Good Choices in Any UniverseWhether you’re Team DC or Team Marvel, wear your favorite superhero gear.Wednesday, October 28 — Don’t Make Super Crazy ChoicesLet your creativity shine with your craziest hair, socks, and outfit.Thursday, October 29 — Even Heroes Need Good SleepRecharge your superpowers and wear your pajamas to school.Friday, October 30 — Heroes Have the Best CharacterEnd the week dressed as your favorite book character.We can’t wait to see our HES heroes have fun and show that making good choices is a superpower!
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EventHES Wears Blue for Kindness on October 12!Our little Tigers are wearing blue for World Bullying Prevention Month! Students and staff are encouraged to wear blue on October 12 as we celebrate kindness, friendship, and looking out for one another.At HES, every Tiger deserves to feel welcome and included. Let’s fill our school with blue and show how much kindness can grow when we choose it together!
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EventFull School Calendar 2026-27
Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in DESOTO CO SCHOOL DIST. Hernando Elementary School follows the district calendar.
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Tue, Sep 1, 2026 | HSES Homecoming Week - Dress as Your Favorite Season or HolidayDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed. |
| Mon, Sep 7, 2026 | Labor Day Holiday (All)District-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed. |
| Mon, Sep 28, 2026 | Pathways Testing: ELADistrict-wide |
| Wed, Sep 30, 2026 | 1st Nine Week Exams: 3rd and 4th blockDistrict-wide |
| Thu, Oct 1, 2026 | Pathways Testing: BiologyDistrict-wide |
| Fri, Oct 2, 2026 | St. Jude Day Our Grand Finale!Our St. Jude fundraiser is ending with big smiles and some brave staff members! Students should wear their St. Jude T-shirts for this special day.Students who purchased the opportunity to pour water on or pie a staff member will get their chance during the school day. What a fun way to celebrate the kindness and generosity our Tigers have shown for St. Jude! |
| Fri, Oct 2, 2026 | 1st Nine Week Exams: make-upsDistrict-wide |
| Mon, Oct 5, 2026 | Fall Break Review the calendar for the full break dates. |
| Mon, Oct 12, 2026 | World Bullying Prevention Month - wear BLUE! HES Wears Blue for Kindness on October 12!Our little Tigers are wearing blue for World Bullying Prevention Month! Students and staff are encouraged to wear blue on October 12 as we celebrate kindness, friendship, and looking out for one another.At HES, every Tiger deserves to feel welcome and included. Let’s fill our school with blue and show how much kindness can grow when we choose it together! |
| Fri, Oct 16, 2026 | Fire Safety Day Stay tuned for more details! |
| Mon, Oct 19, 2026 | 50th Day of School Stay tuned for more details! |
| Wed, Oct 21, 2026 | Bullying Prevention Unity Day Orange You Glad We Stand Together?October 21 | Bullying Prevention Unity DayOn October 21, HES is turning orange for Unity Day! Students and staff are invited to wear orange to show that everyone belongs in our Tiger family.A friendly word, an invitation to play, or a helping hand can make someone’s day. Let’s make our hallways bright with orange and our actions full of kindness! |
| Mon, Oct 26, 2026 | Red Ribbon Week HES Red Ribbon Week: Heroes Make Good ChoicesOctober 26–30, 2026Every little Tiger has the power to make good choices! We’re celebrating Red Ribbon Week with a full week of superhero inspired dress-up days.Monday, October 26 — Superheroes in TrainingGet ready for action! Wear your best training gear, such as leggings or gym shorts.Tuesday, October 27 — Make Good Choices in Any UniverseWhether you’re Team DC or Team Marvel, wear your favorite superhero gear.Wednesday, October 28 — Don’t Make Super Crazy ChoicesLet your creativity shine with your craziest hair, socks, and outfit.Thursday, October 29 — Even Heroes Need Good SleepRecharge your superpowers and wear your pajamas to school.Friday, October 30 — Heroes Have the Best CharacterEnd the week dressed as your favorite book character.We can’t wait to see our HES heroes have fun and show that making good choices is a superpower! |
| Tue, Nov 10, 2026 | A Salute To Our Hereos! Hernando Elementary School is proud to invite all military personnel, past and present, to join us for a time of celebration and honor. Our program will feature patriotic songs, military anthems, and a message for our honored guests. We encourage our honorees to wear their military uniforms.Due to the limited space, we are unable to accommodate all those who wish to attend. We ask that only Veterans and those currently serving in the military to be present.ATTIRE: red, white, blue |
| Mon, Nov 23, 2026 | Thanksgiving Holidays (All) Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed. |
| Sat, Dec 5, 2026 | 18th Annual Christmas Craft Fair Sponsored by SHS Art Boosters District-wide Free admission to the event! Vendor Applications available for $40 booth fee, $25 food truck fee. E-mail: Jacqueline.oneal@dcsms.org or AHendricks@desotocountyms.gov for more information |
| Mon, Dec 14, 2026 | Christmas Break Review the calendar for the full break dates. |
| Thu, Dec 17, 2026 | Christmas Parties District-wide Check the event notice for activity details and participation information. |
| Fri, Dec 18, 2026 | 60% Day/Last Day of 1st Semester |
| Mon, Dec 21, 2026 | Christmas Break (ALL)District-wide |
| Mon, Jan 4, 2027 | Staff Development Day |
| Mon, Jan 4, 2027 | Student HolidayDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for the holiday date. |
| Tue, Jan 5, 2027 | Staff Development Day |
| Tue, Jan 5, 2027 | Student HolidayDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for the holiday date. |
| Wed, Jan 6, 2027 | Students' First Day Back |
| Mon, Jan 18, 2027 | Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday (All) Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed. |
| Mon, Feb 15, 2027 | President's Day Holiday Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed. |
| Mon, Feb 15, 2027 | Presidents' Day Holiday (ALL)District-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed. |
| Mon, Mar 8, 2027 | Spring Break (All) School closed for spring break. Check camp and childcare plans. |
| Fri, Mar 26, 2027 | Good Friday Holiday (All) Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed. |
| Mon, Mar 29, 2027 | Easter Holiday (All) Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed. |
| Mon, Mar 29, 2027 | Easter BreakDistrict-wide |
| Wed, Apr 7, 2027 | Paraprofessional Appreciation Day District-wide |
| Wed, Apr 21, 2027 | Administrative Professionals Day District-wide |
| Mon, Apr 26, 2027 | MAAP State Testing - 5th Grade Reading (Tentative)District-wide |
| Tue, Apr 27, 2027 | MAAP State Testing - 4th Grade Reading (Tentative)District-wide |
| Wed, Apr 28, 2027 | MAAP State Testing - 5th Grade Writing (Tentative)District-wide |
| Thu, Apr 29, 2027 | MAAP State Testing - 4th Grade Writing (Tentative)District-wide |
| Fri, Apr 30, 2027 | MAAP State Testing - Make-ups (Tentative)District-wide |
| Mon, May 3, 2027 | MAAP State Testing - 5th Grade Science (Tentative)District-wide |
| Mon, May 3, 2027 | Teacher Appreciation WeekDistrict-wide Check the school notice for appreciation week activities and dates. |
| Tue, May 4, 2027 | MAAP State Testing - 4th Grade Math (Tentative)District-wide |
| Wed, May 5, 2027 | MAAP State Testing - 5th Grade Math (Tentative)District-wide |
| Thu, May 6, 2027 | MAAP State Testing - Make-ups (Tentative)District-wide |
| Tue, May 25, 2027 | Students' Last Day |
| Wed, May 26, 2027 | Teachers' Last Day |
| Mon, May 31, 2027 | Memorial Day Holiday District-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed. |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Hernando Elementary School
Enrollment at HERNANDO ELEM stands at 744 students. The school is a Primary institution in the local district.