Good afternoon, Husky Families!

 

Here are this week’s announcements:

Fall 2024 Exam Information:  Exams are next week (January 13th-17th).  Specific dates and times can be found on our homepage and here.  For EOC exams: students must bring their fully charged WCPSS issued laptop on their exam day.  Class of 2025: Seniors enrolled in courses not requiring a state mandated exam may be exempt from final exams if the Senior has an overall B average in the course and no more than 10 cumulative absences (TOTAL excused and unexcused). Teachers communicated exam exemptions with students by 1/10/25.

PTSA News:  Just a reminder that our next PTSA meeting will be on January 14^th at 6:30pm in the Media Center.

Second Semester Information: The spring semester begins Wednesday, January 22nd. On Wednesday, students will report to homeroom at 7:25am to receive a final copy of their schedule. 

Students with questions about their spring semester schedule may email their assigned counselor or see them at the Counselors’ Corner.  Note: course corrections ended at the beginning of the year.  While we are not opening the door for change of heart requests, we will consider course corrections for students who may be enrolled in a course for which they already have credit, enrolled in a course in which they have not met the prerequisite, wish to increase their level of rigor, or need to add a course required for promotion or graduation due to fall semester course failure(s). 

Students participating in the Career and College Promise dual enrollment courses for the spring 2025 semester must provide a copy of their community college schedule and WCPSS Dual Enrollment form to lweaver2@wcpss.net to have their HHS schedule adjusted, if they have not already done so.  Students: be sure to check your WCPSS email for any communication as there may be a scheduling conflict or additional clarification is needed.

 

Mark Your Calendar for the Following Events:

• Spring Semester Meet the Teacher - Thursday, February 6th, 5:30-6:15pm

• Curriculum Fair/Open House - Thursday, February 6th, 6:30-7:45pm

• Academic, Career, and College Planning Night - Thursday, March 20th, 6:00-8:00pm. We highly encourage 9th - 11th graders and families to attend. This event will provide information and guest speakers to help with planning and exploring the 3E's - will you be Employed, Enlisted or Enrolled after high school graduation? Agenda and guest speakers will be shared soon.

 

Sophomore Specific Information - A limited number of parking spots will be available to Sophomore students during 2nd semester.  Specific Sophomore parking forms may be picked up starting on January 16 in the front office.   The deadline for turning in completed paperwork is January 23.  A lottery drawing for the available spots will take place on January 24, and students will be notified at that time with directions on how to pay and what parking spot is assigned to them.  No students are allowed to park on campus without an assigned space.

 

Senior Specific Information -  Link to Senior Page  

 

CFNC is hosting Financial Aid February with topics like How to Pay for College, NC state aid, FAFSA Walkthrough, and Evaluating Financial Aid Offer Letters. Find more details, including the registration link here.  

 

Access the January Scholarship Bulletin here. Take special note of those with January deadlines and the People Helping People Scholarship through the State Employees Credit Union.  

Class of 2025! The FAFSA is accessible now. Don't forget that the first step is to create an FSA ID (both student and parent and need their own IDs). Ms. Waldrum is available on Tuesdays for any assistance needed; call 919-570-5600 ext. 20712 to make an appointment.

 

Sincerely, 

Jo Ellen Newhouse, Principal

Hello Husky Families,

Due to anticipated inclement weather, all WCPSS schools will close 3 hours early tomorrow, Friday, January 10.  We will follow the schedule below:

Sincerely, 

Jo Ellen Newhouse, Principal

Good afternoon, Husky Families!

Happy New Year to our Husky students, parents, and guardians.  It’s a new year with new hopes and new aspirations. 

 

Here are this week’s announcements:

 

Driver’s Education Class Registration: Driver's Education registration for Spring Classes opens on TUESDAY, Jan. 7 at 11:00am.  Classes typically fill up within thirty minutes of opening, so please be sure to be ready at 11:00am on Tuesday, Jan. 7.  More information and to register on 1/7/25 can be found here.

The 30th Annual Wake Forest Martin Luther King, Jr (MLK) Holiday Commemoration will be held on Thursday, Jan. 23, 2025 at Friendship Chapel Baptist Church.  Students from any grade level are eligible to submit works of art (performance, writing, or creative art).  Students in 12^th grade are eligible to apply for their $1000 scholarships.  Learn more about the contest here.  Contest submissions are due Jan. 10, 2025.

Fall 2024-25 Exam Information:  Exams are scheduled for January 13th-17th.  Specific dates and times can be found on our homepage and here.  For EOC exams: students must bring their fully charged WCPSS issued laptop on their exam day.  Class of 2025: Seniors enrolled in courses not requiring a state mandated exam may be exempt from final exams if the Senior has an overall B average in the course and no more than 10 cumulative absences (TOTAL excused and unexcused). Teachers will communicate exam exemptions with students by 1/10/25.

 

Our Business Alliance is seeking parent and community volunteers for Intern Gallery Night on Jan. 9 from 6:00 – 7:00 pm. We need 2 more volunteers to talk with students about their internship experience. Additionally, we need refreshment donations. Click here to volunteer, see details, time slots and registration.  Any questions, email Dawn Beaster at dbeaster@wcpss.net 

 

Senior Specific Information -  Link to Senior Page  

 

Access the Scholarship Bulletin here. Take special note of those with January deadlines and the People Helping People Scholarship through the State Employees Credit Union.  

Class of 2025! The FAFSA is accessible now. Don't forget that the first step is to create an FSA ID (both student and parent and need their own IDs). Ms. Waldrum is available on Tuesdays for any assistance needed; call 919-570-5600 ext. 20712 to make an appointment.

 

Sincerely,

Jo Ellen Newhouse, Principal

Good afternoon, Husky Families!

Thank you to our PTSA for treating our staff with holiday goodies this week.  We appreciate the support we receive from all of our families.  

We wish all of our students and families a safe, wonderful holiday and a happy new year!

 

Here are this week’s announcements:

Driver’s Education Class Registration: Driver's Education registration for Spring Classes opens on TUESDAY, Jan. 7 at 11:00am.  Classes typically fill up within thirty minutes of opening, so please be sure to be ready at 11:00am on Tuesday, Jan. 7.  More information and to register on 1/7/25 can be found here.

The 30th Annual Wake Forest Martin Luther King, Jr (MLK) Holiday Commemoration will be held on Thursday, Jan. 23, 2025 at Friendship Chapel Baptist Church.  Students from any grade level are eligible to submit works of art (performance, writing, or creative art).  Students in 12^th grade are eligible to apply for their $1000 scholarships.  Learn more about the contest here.  Contest submissions are due Jan. 10, 2025.

 

Our Business Alliance is seeking parent and community volunteers for Intern Gallery Night on Jan. 9 from 6:00 – 7:00 pm. We need 3 more volunteers to talk with students about their internship experience. Additionally, we need refreshment donations. Click here to volunteer, see details, time slots and registration.  Any questions, email Dawn Beaster at dbeaster@wcpss.net 

 

PTSA News -  HHS PTSA November-December Newsletter.pdf

 

Winter Break Hours -

The school will be closed Dec. 23 - Jan. 1 for Winter Break.

The office will be open Jan. 2 and 3, 7:00 am - 3:00 pm. 

The school will open for students on Jan. 6.

 

Senior Specific Information -  Link to Senior Page  

 

Senior Recognition Ads for the Yearbook are due no later than Dec. 31, 2024.  Contact Mr. Schweickert at jschweickert@wcpss.net with questions. 

Access the December Scholarship Bulletin here.

Class of 2025! The FAFSA is accessible now. Don't forget that the first step is to create an FSA ID (both student and parent and need their own IDs). Ms. Waldrum is available on Tuesdays for any assistance needed; call 919-570-5600 ext. 20712 to make an appointment.

 

Sincerely,

Jo Ellen Newhouse, Principal

Good afternoon, Husky Families!

Thank you to our PTSA for treating our staff to some sweet treats today.  We appreciate the support we receive from our families.  

 

Here are this week’s announcements:

 

Students Enrolled in Biology  - A change in the way exam grades will be recorded for WCPSS students has been made.  Please see update here:  Impact of Delay in Scores for Biology I EOCs on Calculating Final Grades.docx

 

Our Business Alliance is seeking parent and community volunteers for Intern Gallery Night on January 9th from 6:00 – 7:00 pm. We need 3 more volunteers to talk with students about their internship experience. Additionally, we need refreshment donations. Click here to volunteer, see details, time slots and registration.  Any questions, email Dawn Beaster at dbeaster@wcpss.net 

 

Credit by Demonstrated Mastery - (CDM) is an opportunity for students to earn a course credit by demonstrating knowledge and skills in that specific content area.  Applications will be accepted for just one more week, until Friday, Dec. 20.  Review information here for more details, application instructions, and contact information for questions

 

PTSA News -  HHS PTSA November-December Newsletter.pdf

 

Please help us treat the staff leading up to the winter break: 

STAFF HOLIDAY TREATS SIGN-UP

 

Winter Break Hours -

The school will be closed Dec. 23 - Jan. 1 for Winter Break.

The office will be open Jan. 2 and 3, 7:00 am - 3:00 pm. 

 

 

Senior Specific Information -  Link to Senior Page  

 

Senior Recognition Ads for the Yearbook are due no later than December 31st, 2024.  Contact Mr. Schweickert at jschweickert@wcpss.net with questions. 

Mid-Year Graduate students and parents: The senior fee and any outstanding fines are due today, Friday, December 13th. Fines can be viewed in PowerSchool.  Pay Mid-Year Graduate senior fee ($10) here.  

Access the December Scholarship Bulletin here.

Class of 2025! The FAFSA is accessible now. Don't forget that the first step is to create an FSA ID (both student and parent and need their own IDs). Ms. Waldrum is available on Tuesdays for any assistance needed; call 919-570-5600 ext. 20712 to make an appointment.

 

Sincerely,

Jo Ellen Newhouse, Principal

Good afternoon, Husky Families!

 

Here are this week’s announcements:

 

Students Enrolled in Biology  - A change in the way exam grades will be recorded for WCPSS students has been made.  Please see update here:  Impact of Delay in Scores for Biology I EOCs on Calculating Final Grades.docx

 

Credit by Demonstrated Mastery - (CDM) is an opportunity for students to earn a course credit by demonstrating knowledge and skills in that specific content area.  Applications will be accepted until Friday, Dec. 20.  Review information here for more details, application instructions, and contact information for questions.

 

DECA District Competition  Make a lasting impact by volunteering as a judge for a student competition on Dec. 12 at the Raleigh Convention Center! This is your chance to inspire tomorrow's leaders by providing real-world insights and encouraging their growth in problem-solving and communication—click to learn more and join usLinks to an external site.!

 

Pack Day Information - Next Friday, Dec. 13, is our final Pack Day of the first semester.  There are a variety of events taking place throughout the day.   Clubs and honor societies will be meeting, students will have the opportunity to get additional support in different subjects, our Sports Management class will be hosting a basketball tournament, and our sophomores will all be meeting with our counselors to work on their Career Development Plan which is needed for promotion to 11^th grade.  Please remind students that this is a regular school day and they are responsible for any work that takes place in class.  If you are not familiar with Pack Day, take a moment to review the linked information  Pack Day Information.

 

PTSA News -  HHS PTSA November-December Newsletter.pdf

 

Please help us treat the staff leading up to the winter break: 

STAFF HOLIDAY TREATS SIGN-UP

 

Our next PTSA meeting will be on Tuesday, Dec. 10, at 6:30pm in the Media Center. We  hope you can attend as we wrap up the first half of our school year.

 

Sophomore Specific Information:   Sophomores will work on their required Career Development Plans on Friday, Dec. 13 (Pack Day). This handout is helpful with completing the steps. Thank you for partnering with us and ensuring your Husky Sophomore is present at school and brings their laptop on Dec. 13.  As always, please check the sophomore website regularly. 

 

Senior Specific Information -  Link to Senior Page  

 

Today is the LAST DAY to pick your pose for the yearbook!  More information can be found here.  Want to place an ad in the Yearbook for your Senior? Click here. 

Mid-Year Graduate students and parents: The last day to order a yard sign for your graduate is Monday, Dec. 9.  Scroll down to “Senior Shop” to view product options and order here.  The senior fee and any outstanding fines are due by Friday, Dec. 13.  Fines can be viewed in PowerSchool.  Pay Mid-Year Graduate senior fee ($10) here.  

Access the December Scholarship Bulletin here.

Class of 2025! The FAFSA is accessible now. Don't forget that the first step is to create an FSA ID (both student and parent and need their own IDs). Ms. Waldrum is available on Tuesdays for any assistance needed; call 919-570-5600 ext. 20712 to make an appointment.

 

Sincerely, 

Jo Ellen Newhouse, Principal

Good afternoon, Husky Families!

Students have vacation November 27-29, so this will be the last Weekly Message until December.  I wish you all a wonderful Thanksgiving with loved ones. 

 

Here are this week’s announcements:

 

Our Business Alliance is seeking parent and community volunteers for the AP Research Poster Gallery on Wednesday, December 4th. We still need 11 volunteers to discuss research projects with students and ask questions. Sign up here for a one hour time slot.

 

DECA District Competition needs judges for student competition at the Raleigh Convention Center on Thursday, December 12th from 8:30am-2:30pm. Register HERE.

 

PTSA News:  PTSA September-October Newsletter.pdf

Spirit Fundraising Reminder:  We have a Honey Baked Ham link - Use this link to purchase a Honey Baked Ham gift card that can be used on any of your orders and 20% will be donated back to support HHS.

 

Scholarship Opportunity for Students in 9th-11th Grades: Carson Scholar nomination applications are due December 6^th to Student Services.  9^th – 11^th grade students with strong evidence of achievement and service are encouraged to apply.  This is an early scholarship opportunity.  We have had previous recipients of the $1000 award and look forward to more!  Students can find the application on our enrichment opportunities page or paper copies are available in Student Services.  Students with questions should stop by the Counselors’ Corner or Student Services.

 

Sophomore Specific Information:   Counselors met with sophomores on Thursday, November 21st to review the new legislation regarding Career Development Plans (CDP).  A completed CDP is required for promotion to grade 11.  You can view slides that were shared with your tenth grader(s) regarding the components needed.   All information is provided on the Sophomore website. 

 

Junior Specific Information:  LAST CALL:  Junior Marshal applications are available for interested and eligible 11th grade students.  Applications can be found online here. Applications are due Mon., Nov. 25, at 2:30pm to Student Services.  Students with questions should stop by the Counselors’ Corner or Student Services.

 

Senior Specific Information -  Link to Senior Page  Class of 2025! The FAFSA opened early and is accessible now. Don't forget that the first step is to create an FSA ID (both student and parent and need their own IDs). Ms. Waldrum is available on Tuesdays for any assistance needed; call 919-570-5600 ext. 20712 to make an appointment. This presentation will be shared in homerooms on Monday, 11/25 and 12/2.

 

Pick your pose for the yearbook by Dec. 6.  More information can be found here.

Class of 2025 Parents:  Want to place an ad in the Yearbook for your Senior? Click here. 

 

Sincerely, 

Jo Ellen Newhouse, Principal

Good afternoon, Husky Families!

 

Here are this week’s announcements:

 

Scholarship Opportunity for Students in 9th-11th Grades: Carson Scholar nomination applications are due December 6^th to Student Services.  9^th – 11^th grade students with strong evidence of achievement and service are encouraged to apply.  This is an early scholarship opportunity.  We have had previous recipients of the $1000 award and look forward to more!  Students can find the application on our enrichment opportunities page or paper copies are available in Student Services.  Students with questions should stop by the Counselors’ Corner or Student Services.

 

PTSA News:  PTSA September-October Newsletter.pdf

Spirit Fundraising Reminder:  We have a Honey Baked Ham link - Use this link to purchase a Honey Baked Ham gift card that can be used on any of your orders and 20% will be donated back to support HHS.

 

Junior Specific Information

Junior Marshal applications are available for interested and eligible 11th grade students.  Applications can be found online here. Applications are due Monday, Nov. 25, at 2:30pm to Student Services.  Students with questions should stop by the Counselors’ Corner or Student Services.

 

Senior Specific Information -  Link to Senior Page

Pick your pose for the yearbook by Dec. 6.  More information can be found here.

Class of 2025 Parents:  Want to place an ad in the Yearbook for your Senior? Click here. 

Mid-Year Graduates & Families - If you missed the virtual meeting on Nov. 14, you can view the slides here.  Check your email for the meet recording.  Email Ms. Weaver with any questions at lweaver2@wcpss.net.

 

Sincerely, 

Jo Ellen Newhouse, Principal

Good afternoon, Husky Families!

 

A special thanks to our Husky family members who served or continue to serve in our nation’s military.  We appreciate your commitment and thank you for your service to our country.  In observance, Monday is a holiday and the school is closed. 

 

Here are this week’s announcements:

 

Driver’s Education Update - Jordan Driving School has let us know that spring registration will begin January 5.  Class dates are scheduled to post December 18 at jordandriving.com  

Important Notice for students enrolled in AP courses this fall semester: 

All students enrolled in AP courses are expected to take the AP exam for that course in May 2025.  The College Board assesses an unused test fee of $40 for AP exams not taken.  If families know the student will not be taking the AP exam in May 2025, the parent/guardian must contact Ms. Weaver via email (lweaver2@wcpss.net) by Tuesday, Nov. 12, to avoid the $40 fee.  AP exam dates can be found here.  Early testing or testing at times other than those published by the College Board is not permitted under any circumstances. 

PTSA News -  PTSA September-October Newsletter.pdf

Spirit Fundraising Reminder:  We have a Honey Baked Ham link to purchase a Honey Baked Ham gift card that can be used on any of your orders and 20% will be donated back to support HHS. 

We also have a virtual fundraiser with Piada through Sunday at mypiada.com using code ZMNBMB.  Thanks for your support. 

 

Report cards were distributed to students after 1st period today.  Homeroom teachers have your child’s report card if he/she was absent. 

 

HHS Theater - Tickets are on sale now for Shrek! The Musical.  Come on out and support our students in their fall production.  https://heritagehighschooltheatre.weebly.com/index.html 

 

Virtual Fall Conference Night - Please contact Ms. Savage by calling 919-570-5600, ext. 20712  to schedule a teacher conference for Nov. 14, 5-7pm. 

 

Volunteer Award - Heritage High School would like to congratulate Deanna Knowles, an HHS parent who serves as our HHS Business Alliance Chair, on her award for business volunteer service in the Northeastern Region of the Wake County School System. Thank you, Deanna, for your extraordinary leadership and dedication to the committee. We appreciate your dedication to our school and our students.

Sophomore Specific Information - Link to Sophomore Page

The PreACT will be administered to all current 10th grade students on Wednesday, Nov.13, at 7:25 am. Students do not have to pre-register. Please contact Ms. Rupert at krupert@wcpss.net if you have questions or concerns. Learn more about the PreACT here.

 

Junior Specific Information -The Junior Roundup Fair is Nov. 13. The Business Alliance still needs volunteers - one person to help employers with set up and breakdown from 8:00-10:10am AND two cases of bottled water. Sign up here.

 

Senior Specific Information -  Link to Senior Page

Pick your pose for the yearbook by December 6th.  More information can be found here.

The Class of 2025 Financial Aid video presentation has been posted to the Senior Page and Financial Aid Page.  It is highly recommended to schedule an appointment with Ms. Waldrum for all financial aid questions.  Call 919-570-5600 ext. 20712.  She is on campus every Tuesday.

Class of 2025 Parents:  Want to place an ad in the Yearbook for your Senior? Click here. 

Mid-Year Graduates & Families - Our mid-year graduate virtual meeting is Thursday, Nov. 14, at 6:30pm.  Ms. Weaver will send the Google Meet Link out via email, Remind, and Talking Points.  The meeting will be recorded and shared for those unable to attend.

 

Sincerely, 

Jo Ellen Newhouse, Principal

Good afternoon, Husky Families!

 

Here are this week’s announcements:

 

The NC Department of Public Instruction has partnered with Sandy Hook Promise to provide an anonymous safety tip line application to support statewide school safety initiatives and infrastructure.  All students will be trained on the Say Something Anonymous Reporting System on Wednesday, November 6th.  More information can be found here.

 

Report cards will be distributed to students on Friday, Nov. 8.  

 

Partner with us for a strong second quarter by scheduling a virtual conference with your student’s teacher(s) on Thursday, Nov. 14, 5-7pm.  Call 919-570-5600 ext. 20712 to make an appointment.

 

For the Junior Roundup Fair on Nov. 13, the Business Alliance needs one more volunteer to help employers with set up and breakdown from 8:00-10:10am AND two cases of bottled water. Sign up here.

 

PTSA News:  PTSA September-October Newsletter.pdf

Spirit Fundraising Reminder:  We have a Honey Baked Ham link - Use this link to purchase a Honey Baked Ham gift card that can be used on any of your orders and 20% will be donated back to support HHS.

Important Notice for students enrolled in AP courses this fall semester: 

It is an expectation that all students enrolled in AP courses will take the AP exam for that course in May 2025.  The College Board assesses an unused test fee of $40 for AP exams not taken.  If families know the student will not be taking the AP exam in May 2025, the parent/guardian must contact Ms. Weaver via email (lweaver2@wcpss.net) by Tuesday, Nov. 12, to avoid the $40 fee.  AP exam dates can be found here.  Early testing or testing at times other than those published by the College Board is not permitted under any circumstances. 

Important District Notice for students enrolled in Biology or Honors Biology this year: 

Impact of Delay in Scores for Biology I EOCs on Calculating Final Grades.docx

Sophomore Specific Information - Link to Sophomore Page

Hugh O'Brian Youth Leadership Conference (HOBY) school nomination forms are due Monday, Nov. 4 by 2:30pm.  Those interested should apply via this nomination form.   Students need to submit the school's nomination form, and a team will review and select a school representative for the HOBY Conference in June 2025. 

The PreACT will be administered to all current 10th grade students on Wednesday, Nov.13, at 7:25 am. Students do not have to pre-register. Please contact Ms. Rupert at krupert@wcpss.net if you have questions or concerns. Learn more about the PreACT here.

 

There is a new state law (pages 14-15) that requires current Sophomores [and beyond] to complete a career development plan. A completed career development plan is required for grade level promotion by the end of the year. Career Development Plan Info

 

 

Senior Specific Information -  Link to Senior Page

Pick your pose for the yearbook by December 6th.  More information can be found here.

The Class of 2025 Financial Aid Night will be a video presentation from Ms. Waldrum.  The video will be posted to the Senior Page, Financial Aid Page, and sent via Remind by Tuesday, Nov. 5.  It is highly recommended to schedule an appointment with Ms. Waldrum for all financial aid questions.  Call 919-570-5600 ext. 20712.  She is on campus every Tuesday.

Class of 2025 Parents:  Want to place an ad in the Yearbook for your Senior? Click here. 

Mid-Year Graduates & Families - Our mid-year graduate virtual meeting is Thursday, Nov. 14, at 6:30pm.  Ms. Weaver will send the Google Meet Link out via email, Remind, and Talking Points.  The meeting will be recorded and shared for those unable to attend.

 

Sincerely, 

Jo Ellen Newhouse, Principal