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Night of the Tiger

A graphic for an event called 'Night of the Tiger' with an image of a tiger and text that says 'Open House' and 'Family Fair'.HOLLISTER SCHOOL DISTRICT’S NIGHT OF THE TIGER

Night of the Tiger was designed to help ensure that all Hollister students have everything they need to have a GREAT first day of school while giving families a fun place to gather, meet their teachers, and grow stronger as a community.  Night of the Tiger consists of an Open House and Family Fair.

The  11th Annual Night of the Tiger is scheduled for Thursday, August 14, 2025.

"I've kept us floating and alright since my divorce but I have a feelin' she will flourish while in Hollister schools. I can feel good things coming our way and y'all are a huge part of that feeling not only for my girls but for me as well."
~ Hollister Schools New Parent

Participation Opportunities

There are many opportunities to get involved, and all donations are tax-deductible. For more information on participation in the 11th Annual Night of the Tiger on August 14, 2025, email ​​​​​​us or check the areas below to sign up.

  • Night of the Tiger is made possible through the generous donations of businesses and individuals in our community. You can donate monetarily or donate needed goods. Various sponsorship levels are available for monetary donations. This year’s needed goods include bottled water, plates, hotdogs, hot dog buns, individual bags of chips, and cookies.

    A table outlining sponsorship opportunities for Hollister's Night of the Tiger event, with different levels and benefits.

    Sign up HERE

  • We love to offer services for students such as physicals & health exams, eye exams, dental checks, haircuts, nail painting, backpacks, college recruitment, family services, and much more. Many of our students are not able to get these services before the start of school, and Night of the Tiger is a great opportunity for the community to help support these students! The area community steps up big every year to provide needed services for Hollister students.

    Sign up HERE

  • Night of the Tiger is a wonderful community event for our Hollister families. We need many volunteers to make this event a positive experience for students and their families. Volunteers are needed to help with various items throughout the Family Fair as well as with set up before the event and clean up after. There are many different volunteer opportunities areas across the event.

    Sign Up HERE

A graphic for 'Night of the Tiger' open house, featuring a tiger mascot and the words 'Open House'.OPEN HOUSE

Open House will take place between 5:00 and 7:00 PM. During Open House, parents and students have the opportunity to meet teachers, visit classrooms, get class schedules, take care of transportation and Tiger Academy needs, and seek the answers to any questions they may have.

Families with multiple students and/or buildings are encouraged to start their visits at 5:00 to allow ample time to complete visits before attending the Family Fair.

A graphic for a family fair event called 'Night of the Tiger'.FAMILY FAIR

This year’s Family Fair will be located throughout the campus and is scheduled from 5:30 to 7:30 PM.

Sponsors will be located in the new Tiger Activity Community Center.

Services will be located in the FEMA gym, Tiger Alley, and the Tiger Activity Community Center.

The district will have hotdogs, chips, and bottled water available in the high school commons.

Activities will be located in Tiger Alley, the Tiger Activity Community Center, and on the Football Field.

The Family Fair provides opportunities to families for a variety of services including immunizations, physicals, haircuts, college recruitment, and much more. There will also be fun games and activities, bounce houses, and more.

A graphic for the 10th Annual Night of the Tiger event, featuring a tiger head and fireworks.

10th ANNUAL CELEBRATION

We are excited to be celebrating the 10th Annual Night of the Tiger! We invite families to stick around after the end of the family fair for a special 10th Annual Fireworks Celebration!

Additional Information

  • The Hollister School District will once again provide school supplies for all students in kindergarten through 8th grades. School supplies will be waiting for students in their classrooms on the first day of school.

    Any student needing a backpack will be provided one. Backpacks will be available in each building during Open House or through the building counselor.

     

  • 5:00 to 7:00 PM – Open House

    5:30 PM to 7:30 PM – Family Fair

  • Parking will be available across the district campus. Parking may be utilized in any of the school building lots, at the cross country field, and the softball field.

    Watch for “Additional Parking” signs. Additionally, golf cart shuttles will run throughout the night. Watch for “Shuttle Pick Up” signs.

  • 2025 Committee Chairs

    Services, Activities, and Sponsorships (Monetary & Goods Donations):

    Bethany Penrod

    Andrew Garner

    Laura Motley

    Allie Reed

    Food, Volunteers, and Operations:

    Amy Jo Kilgore

    Mark Waugh

    Melissa Gehman

    Volunteers, Marketing, and Maps:

    Moira McCarville

    Marie Woods

    Quaid Taylor

    For questions or additional information about Night of the Tiger, email us or call 417-243-4000.

  • Check back for maps the week of the event.

​​​​​THANK YOU TO OUR NIGHT OF THE TIGER 2025 HEART OF HOLLISTER AND TIGER PRIDE SPONSORS!