Hondo Education Foundation

03/03/2026

Jennifer Halbardier, HEF President, and Delma Torres, HEF Board Member, wait for Mrs Mares to quit talking so the can give out door prizes!!!!😊😊😊😊😊

02/28/2026

Shauna Weynand receives a TNT Cleaners gift certificate from Delma Torres at the HEF Tamale Luncheon.

02/26/2026

David Trees “wins” the last door prize at the HEF Tamale Lunch that started the spring semester. Superintendent Mares present the gift certificate.

02/23/2026

April Barr, Daniel Falgoust, Ruby Cantù, Liz Schmidt enjoying drinks provided by HEF.

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02/18/2026

More HISD people enjoying The Ranch drinks provided by HEF!

02/17/2026

Westley Halbardier, Tech and computer science teacher at McDowell shared results of the grant he received from HEF to purchase camera equipment and a green screen for his broadcast journalism class. He told the HEF board that the equipment has been a “game changer”!

01/29/2026

As a new year begins we want to thank all of our 2025 Letter Campaign Donors. Thank you for your generous support.

12/30/2025

Thanks to our generous supporters, HEF made meaningful investments in Hondo ISD this year. As we look ahead, your end-of-year gift helps ensure we can continue funding opportunities that strengthen learning and support our schools.
Every gift makes a difference.
www.hondoeducation.org

12/25/2025

12/18/2025

This year, HEF awarded more than $38,000 in teacher grants, along with a major districtwide technology investment.

At Meyer Elementary, early learning received a major boost through grant-funded literacy stations, sensory tools, and hands-on classroom resources. These additions help young students develop strong academic foundations and stay engaged during the most formative years of their education.

Woolls Intermediate also saw its classrooms strengthened through HEF support. Grants provided teachers instructional tools, new calming corners for classrooms, and a little shade for all the students while enjoying recess outside.

At McDowell Middle School, funding for broadcast news equipment and other instructional tools has opened the door for more collaboration and student-led learning. In addition, both McDowell Middle School and Hondo High School students were inspired by motivational speaker Coach Stephen Mackey, whose HEF-funded presentation just before Thanksgiving encouraged students to represent the “H” well, stay coachable, smile through adversity, and invest in their character.

At Hondo High School, students and teachers benefited from improved media and broadcasting equipment, specialized resources for science classes, and new tables designed to enhance focused learning in math courses. These tools help prepare students for college, careers, and leadership opportunities well beyond graduation.

In addition to these grants, HEF also made a significant districtwide contribution by awarding $47,000 to the Technology Department for new Chromebooks for every 2nd grader.

As the year comes to a close, HEF invites community members to consider an end-of-year gift to help sustain and expand these efforts. Every donation (large or small) directly fuels teacher innovation and student success. Supporters can make a contribution by visiting www.hondoeducation.org and giving securely online.

HEF remains deeply grateful for the donors, partners, and community members who make these achievements possible and looks forward to another year of growth, partnership, and impact.

12/04/2025

Chromebooks for Kids, Part 2!!

Who remembers COVID?! When HISD had to pivot quickly, technology became essential. HEF launched the Chromebooks for Kids campaign, and thanks to generous donors, we got devices into students’ hands fast.

Five years later, Chromebooks are still vital! Recently, the entire 2nd grade needed additional devices. Because of our community’s continued support, HEF was able to step in and help—a $47,000 investment in keeping students prepared and confident.

To everyone who donates, sponsors, and supports HEF’s mission: THANK YOU!!! Your generosity continues to make a real difference for Hondo ISD students.

Online donations can always be made at: www.hondoeducation.org

12/02/2025

This Giving Tuesday.

Your generosity fuels creativity, innovation, and hands-on learning in Hondo ISD classrooms.

If you’re looking for a way to give back today, consider supporting HEF and the students we serve.
✨ Donate online at hondoeducation.org

Thank you for pouring into our kids!