Harrold Independent School District

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Harrold Independent School District
Location
ESC Region 9
USA
District information
Type Public
Motto"Hinc incipio itiner" ("Journeys Begin Here")
GradesPre-K through 12
SuperintendentCody Patton
Students and staff
Athletic conference UIL Class A (six-man football participant)
District mascotHornet
ColorsPurple and Gold
Other information
Website www.harroldisd.net

Harrold Independent School District is a public school district based in the community of Harrold, Texas (USA) located in far eastern Wilbarger County. All students attend school in one building.

Contents

On August 15, 2008, The board of the Harrold Independent School District unanimously approved to let teachers bring guns to class. The identity of these so-called "guardians" are known only to the Superintendent and the school board, who approve each individual. [1]

Academic achievement

In 2009, the school district was rated "recognized" by the Texas Education Agency. [2]

Special programs

Athletics

Harrold High School plays six-man football.

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References

  1. "Texas school district to let teachers carry guns". Reuters. 2008-08-15. Retrieved 2008-08-15.
  2. "2009 Accountability Rating System". Texas Education Agency. Archived from the original on 2015-10-25.