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Showcasing Student Talent and Community Pride
Families and community members came together at Hempstead High School to celebrate student artistry, music, and culinary excellence during a vibrant and successful Parent Symposium.
Pre-K Enrollment Now Open for 2026–2027
Register by May 29, 2026 to secure your child’s spot in our Pre-K program for the 2026–2027 school year.
Innovate for Impact
Join us on Thursday, May 14, 2026 at Hempstead High School for STEAM Night 2026, an exciting evening of hands-on learning and innovation in science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics for students, families, and the community.
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Counslr: 24/7 Mental Health Support for Our School Community
Free, confidential text-based counseling and wellness resources are available 24/7 for Hempstead students in grades 6–12 and all staff through Counslr.
Hempstead Adult Education: Enroll Today for ESL, GED & Career Courses!
Hempstead Adult Education is now enrolling for day and evening ESL and GED classes, along with career and technical education opportunities. Register at ABGS Middle School on weeknights at 5:30 PM or Saturdays from 9 AM–12 PM.
Call 516-434-4347 for full details and to begin your journey!
Attitude of Gratitude
The Attitude of Gratitude Mindset teaches students the power of gratitude by helping them focus on what’s going right instead of what’s going wrong.
Portrait of a Graduate
The Portrait of a Graduate is Hempstead Public Schools’ shared vision that every scholar will leave our schools equipped with the knowledge, skills, and character to thrive in college, career, and life as compassionate, confident, and capable global citizens.
Welcome to Hempstead Public Schools
Hempstead Union Free School District is a vibrant and diverse educational community committed to fostering excellence, equity, and opportunity for all scholars. As an authorized International Baccalaureate (IB) district, offering both the Primary Years Programme (PYP) and Middle Years Programme (MYP), Hempstead proudly promotes inquiry-based learning and global-mindedness across its schools. Rooted in a strong tradition of collaboration between families, educators, and community partners, our schools strive to create safe, inclusive, and inspiring learning environments. Together, we are preparing the next generation of leaders, thinkers, and innovators to thrive in a dynamic and evolving world.
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Hempstead Public Schools is pleased to announce that Universal Pre-K enrollment for the 2026–2027 school year is now open at Prospect School. This full-day program provides our youngest learners with a strong foundation in a nurturing, engaging, and joyful learning environment.
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All schools will be closed from April 3, 2026 through April 10, 2026 for Spring Recess.
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The latest Hempstead Public Schools newsletter showcases exciting learning experiences happening across the district. From connected learning through Schoology and creativity fueled by Canva, to strengthened literacy instruction with Lexia, students continue to grow academically and creatively.
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Dear Parents/Guardians,
In the coming weeks, the district will administer the New York State Grades 3–8 assessments to all students. These annual English Language Arts (ELA) and Mathematics assessments are required under the Federal Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA), which mandates every student participate in the state assessment.
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about 2026 Hempstead Legal Notice for Annual Budget Vote & Election
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The Hempstead Public Schools Bilingual and World Languages Department invites parents and guardians to attend an informational meeting focused on Understanding the New York State (NYS) Assessments.
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