Halifax Area School District
'Prepared, Engaged & Responsible Citizens'
POWDER PUFF is tonight! At 5:00PM the games kickoff with the Seniors taking on the Freshman. The Juniors will play against the Sophomores at the conclusion of game one. The championship will follow game two. Student council will be serving hot chocolate, and Sister Soda Co. will be at the games with their dirty sodas. There will be a special halftime performance by the “Cheerleaders” during the championship game.
We had the privilege of honoring two exceptional educators last week at the Shippensburg Study Council's Outstanding Teacher Luncheon. Mrs. Hoover and Mrs. Ochs have collectively dedicated more than 40 years of service to the Halifax Area School District, leaving a lasting impact on countless students, colleagues, and families along the way. As our Elementary Title I teachers, they are true champions of literacy, helping students develop the skills, confidence, and love of reading that will serve them for a lifetime. Congratulations!
Fall Fun at Halifax Elementary School
Triple P: Positive Parenting Program Information
🇺🇸Honoring Our Halifax Veterans — Veterans Day 2026🇺🇸
This Veterans Day, we're proud to celebrate the brave men and women of our Halifax community who have served our country.
Are you a Halifax Area School District alumnus? Or a veteran connected to one of our students? We'd love to honor you.
If you'd like to be featured, please send the following to bellisa@hasd.us:
*A photo you'd like to share
*Your name
*Your relation to the student (if applicable)
*Branch of service
*Years of service
We want to share your story and show our students the real faces of service and sacrifice.
Thank you for your dedication; we're honored to recognize you.
Halifax Staff
This Veterans Day, we're proud to celebrate the brave men and women of our Halifax community who have served our country.
Are you a Halifax Area School District alumnus? Or a veteran connected to one of our students? We'd love to honor you.
If you'd like to be featured, please send the following to bellisa@hasd.us:
*A photo you'd like to share
*Your name
*Your relation to the student (if applicable)
*Branch of service
*Years of service
We want to share your story and show our students the real faces of service and sacrifice.
Thank you for your dedication; we're honored to recognize you.
Halifax Staff
Reminder that Monday November 2nd is our Mandatory Parents' meeting at 7:00pm in the HS Auditorium for all MS/HS Winter Sports. We hope this meeting provides you with everything you and your athlete needs to know for the upcoming season. GO WILDCATS! REGISTRATION: https://students.arbitersports.com/halifax-school-district-athletics
Good luck to the Girls Soccer team as they head to District III Playoffs! Monday Oct. 26th at 4:00pm. High Point Baptist Academy/High Point Camp Field: 200 Chapel Road Birdsboro, PA 19508. Tickets are online or cash at the gate ($8): https://events.hometownticketing.com/boxoffice/piaad3/L2VtYmVkL2V2ZW50LzE1NDk%3D #WEBELIEVE #GOWILDCTS
Reminder that Monday November 2nd is our Mandatory Parents' meeting at 7:00pm in the HS Auditorium for all MS/HS Winter Sports. We hope this meeting provides you with everything you and your athlete needs to know for the upcoming season. GO WILDCATS! REGISTRATION: https://students.arbitersports.com/halifax-school-district-athletics
This morning, our high school Big Cats visited our elementary students for a "Get to Know Me" activity, a fun introduction to the mentors they'll see throughout the year. This program builds meaningful mentorship connections between our high school and elementary students, and we're excited to watch these relationships grow!
HALIFAX MS & HS WINTER SPORTS are near! Registration is open! https://students.arbitersports.com/halifax-school-district-athletics
Monday 10/26 - Mandatory Weight Certification for 7th-12th grade wrestlers.
Monday 11/2 - Mandatory Parents Meetings at 7pm. in the HS Auditorium
Friday 11/20 - Mandatory Practices begin and all Registrations must be complete.
HALIFAX MS & HS WINTER SPORTS are near! Registration Opens Friday October 9th! https://students.arbitersports.com/halifax-school-district-athletics
Monday 10/26 - Mandatory Weight Certification for 7th-12th grade wrestlers.
Monday 11/2 - Mandatory Parents Meetings at 7pm.
Friday 11/20 - Mandatory Practices begin and all Registrations must be complete.
Monday 10/26 - Mandatory Weight Certification for 7th-12th grade wrestlers.
Monday 11/2 - Mandatory Parents Meetings at 7pm.
Friday 11/20 - Mandatory Practices begin and all Registrations must be complete.
2026 HOMECOMING is here! Our annual pregame carnival runs from 5p-6:30pm, kickoff is 7pm, and the Homecoming Court will be introduced during halftime after the Halifax Wildcat Marching Band!
Help us spread the word to the Halifax Community about the Wildcat Academy!
Football returns home for week 6 action against Juniata Friday Oct. 2nd. Wear PINK for cancer awareness! We will also be thanking @TMobile #FN5GL for their $5K Fridays sweepstakes!
Join in our district wide Homecoming Spirit Week fun!! October 5th -8th. Check out your class's colors to be worn on THURSDAY 10/8!
Halifax is seeking applicants for the position of Middle School Girls Basketball Coach. Our 7th and 8th grade program operates from late November through early February. Interested applicants should submit required materials to the Athletic Office. For the full job posting please visit our website: https://www.hasd.us/page/coaching-positions.
ATTENTION GIRLS! 🤼♀️
Halifax Area School District wants YOUR input about GIRLS WRESTLING opportunities!
Female students in grades 7–12 and their parents are encouraged to complete this survey to help us better understand interest in girls wrestling and determine how we can best serve our community.
📋 Complete the survey here:
https://forms.gle/c2RV9CXpU7TmDPEF6
What Are We Exploring?
Halifax is considering two possible options for girls wrestling:
🥇 Option 1: Start a Halifax Girls Wrestling Program
Establish a Junior High (grades 7–8) and High School (grades 9–12) PIAA girls wrestling program at Halifax.
🤝 Option 2: Cooperative Sport Sponsorship (Co-Op)
Partner with another public school that offers girls wrestling, allowing Halifax girls in grades 7–12 to compete as part of that program.
What We Offer Now
Our Mat Cats Elementary Wrestling Program currently provides boys and girls in grades K–6 with the opportunity to participate in wrestling.
However, Halifax does not currently offer a girls wrestling program for students in grades 7–12.
We want to hear from you! Your feedback will help us assess interest and determine the best path forward for girls wrestling at Halifax.
Please complete the survey and share it with other Halifax families who may be interested!
GO WILDCATS!! 🐾
Considering cyber school? Check out Halifax's very own cyber program, The Wildcat Academy.
FOOTBALL IS TONIGHT!!!
Admission Reminders from Susquehanna Township:
Bills larger than $20 will NOT be accepted at the gate.
All students must show a valid high school student ID or other form of school identification.
A screenshot or printed copy of the student's ID is also acceptable.
FOOTBALL will play on THURSDAY 9/18, at Susquehanna Township (3500 Elmerton Ave. Harrisburg, PA 17109) vs Steel High.
IMPORTANT DETAILS:
Tickets are sold at the main gate entrance. Students - $3 / Adults - $5
High school students of Steelton and Halifax are allowed to attend with proper school identification.
All children and students in 8th grade and below must be supervised by a parent or guardian. Students in this age group who arrive without an adult will not be permitted entry.
Students from all other schools must be accompanied by an adult.
No re-entry; Gates will be closed at halftime
No bills over $20 will be accepted at the ticket booth. Please plan accordingly.
Halifax will be on the Scoreboard side. Steel High will be on the Concession Stand side.
IMPORTANT DETAILS:
Tickets are sold at the main gate entrance. Students - $3 / Adults - $5
High school students of Steelton and Halifax are allowed to attend with proper school identification.
All children and students in 8th grade and below must be supervised by a parent or guardian. Students in this age group who arrive without an adult will not be permitted entry.
Students from all other schools must be accompanied by an adult.
No re-entry; Gates will be closed at halftime
No bills over $20 will be accepted at the ticket booth. Please plan accordingly.
Halifax will be on the Scoreboard side. Steel High will be on the Concession Stand side.