- Hurst Euless Bedford Independent School District
- Coronavirus (COVID-19)
School Closure & Coronavirus/COVID-19
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This was HEB ISD's central location for School Closure & Coronavirus / COVID-19 during Spring 2020. The information may be out-of-date, but is left in place temporarily as a record of that time.
During the summer of 2020, the school district's focus moved to HEB ISD's Return to Learn plan, accessible at www.hebisd.edu/ReturnToLearn, and to information shared directly with parents through our schools and teachers.
Featured information
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This is the newest or most important information right now. For other topics, visit our Frequently Asked Questions about School Closure.
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(NEW 6/22) What will happen with school in the fall?
When we return to school in August, HEB ISD will offer both face-to-face and online instruction.
- For face-to-face school, HEB ISD will put protocols in place for the safety and health of both students and staff.
- Online instruction this fall will be robust and will include expectations, guidelines, and accountability to empower our students, parents, and staff.
For more information, read our parent letter from June 18, 2020.
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(Updated 4/21) How can I receive a Verification of Enrollment (VOE) for my child’s driver’s license or learner’s permit?
As of April 21, the Teen Driver page of the Texas DPS website includes this note: "***Verification of Enrollment is currently waived until further notice due to COVID-19."
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(New 4/20) What will happen with remaining funds in students' cafeteria accounts?
Any remaining cafeteria account balance will automatically carry over to the next school year. If you would like a refund, you can send an email to childnutrition@hebisd.edu with the child’s name and ID number. (During the school closures, that email is being checked on a weekly basis, so don't be alarmed if you don't get a response immediately.)
Online Resources
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Public Health
Monitor these websites for the most current public health information:
- Tarrant County Public Health : coronavirus.tarrantcounty.com
- Centers for Disease Control (CDC) : cdc.gov/coronavirus
The CDC also has an easy-to-read page with many tips specifically for preventing illness in children and keeping children healthy during school closures:
The CDC has shared simple instructions for proper use of face coverings:
Talking to Students
- Talking to Children About COVID-19 (Coronavirus): A Parent Resource - from the National Association of School Psychologists
- Talking to Kids About the Coronavirus - from the Child Mind Institute
- Talking With Children: Tips for Caregivers, Parents, and Teachers During Infectious Disease Outbreaks - from SAMHSA / U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
- Consejos sobre cómo hablar con los niños: Consejos para los cuidadores, padres y maestros durante un brote de una enfermedad contagiosa - de SAMHSA / U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Coping with Stress
Texas Health and Human Services has launched a 24/7 statewide mental health support line to help Texans experiencing anxiety, stress or emotional challenges due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This new resource offers COVID-19-related mental health support for all Texans. People can call the Statewide COVID-19 Mental Health Support Line 24 hours a day, 7 days a week toll-free at 833-986-1919. Read more about the THHS Mental Health Support Line...
- Coping With Stress During Infectious Disease Outbreaks - from SAMHSA
- Cómo lidiar con el estrés durante un brote de una enfermedad contagiosa - de SAMHSA
Local Information
- City of Bedford - Coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19) Updates and FAQs
- City of Euless - Coronavirus (COVID-19)
- City of Hurst - Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Additional Resources
- Children's Health Virtual Care - paid, online consultation with a doctor
Letters from HEB ISD
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Use these links to review past letters to parents:
- June 18: Letter to Parents about Back-to-School Plans
- May 20: Information for Families in Need
- May 8: #HEBISDPROUD - Parent Newsletter
- April 17: Schools Closed through End of May
- (Español) Schools Closed through End of May
- (Français) Schools Closed through End of May
- (عربى) Schools Closed through End of May - April 17: #HEBISDPROUD - Parent Newsletter
- April 4: #HEBISDPROUD - Remote Learning Week 3 Newsletter
- April 1: Grab and Go Meals update due to USDA guidance
- March 31: Schools Closed Until May 4
- (Español) Escuelas cerradas hasta el 4 de mayo - March 30: Prom & Graduation updates for L.D. Bell & Trinity Seniors
- March 29: HEB ISD Parent Update
- March 28: Grab & Go Meal Changes, Starting March 30
- March 27: School Closure Extended to April 17
- March 26: JPS closing school-based clinics (and info on other health services)
- March 25: Resources - Getting Through This School Shutdown
- March 24: Updates for Parents
- March 21: Letter to Parents - Home Education Bridge
- (Español) Puente de Educación en el Hogar
- (Français) Pont D’Education a Domicile
- (عربى) Home Education Bridge - March 20: Changes to free meals, starting Monday March 23
- Cambios a comidas gratis, comenzando el lunes 23 de marzo - March 19: Letter to Parents - Schools closed through April 3
- Escuelas cerradas hasta el 3 de abril - para las familias de HEB ISD - March 16: School Closure Update
- March 15: Letter to Parents - Meals and Instructional Plan update
- (Español) Comidas gratis y más información para las familias de HEB ISD - March 13: Letter to Parents
- March 12: Letter to Parents
- March 5: Letter to Parents
- February 1: Coronavirus Information from Tarrant County Public Health
