Greetings,

This message is from Gary Duvall the proud principal of Holly Springs High School. Below you will find the Hawks Connection for the week of  9/22-9/26.  We have enjoyed a great week with our students and we are looking forward to an even better week ahead. Please take a moment to review the Hawks Connection, our weekly communication designed to keep students and families informed about important school updates, events, and announcements throughout the year. 

All Timely Sign Up Reminder - As we continue with HOT lunch, please be sure that students are signing up each evening before 8 p.m. for the next day's lunch. All students have the window to sign up from the beginning of A lunch through 8 p.m. Students will need to designate where they will be for both A and B lunch.

Spring Enrollment Cycle for Wake Tech's Career and College Promise opens September 15th. 

School Counselors will be in the Media Center every Tuesday during HOT Lunch to support students during this enrollment cycle.

Holly Springs High School Open House - We invite all families to join us for our annual Open House on Thursday, September 25 from 5-7 p.m.. This is a wonderful opportunity to meet your student’s teachers, learn more about classroom expectations, and see the exciting learning experiences happening this year. We look forward to connecting with you and strengthening the home–school partnership that supports our students’ success. The schedule for the evening and other pertinent information is posted on our school website.

 Math Honor Society (Mu Alpha Theta) Applications Open! - Students interested in joining the Math Honor Society (Mu Alpha Theta) should complete this MHS APPLICATION by Friday, September 26th.

✅ To be considered for Membership at HSHS:

• Completed Honors Math 3 or are enrolled in Honors Math 3 this school year.

• Hold an unweighted math GPA of 3.0 or higher

If you have questions about membership or the application process, stop by and see Ms. Smith in Room 3722 or Ms. Nelms in Room 3726.   

This year Math Honors Society will be offering some math competitions! Our first competition will be in November. This competition is the AMC and is one test after school. This is the only competition open to the whole school. If you are interested in the competition, please fill out this form. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfzSEQPIEgR0a86qLY_JhonGVS7Qs5k6mF22sGYUSQ-1wzTdQ/viewform?usp=header 

For any questions or concerns please email Grace Zimmerman at agzimmerman@students.wcpss and Mrs. Nelms at ennelms@wcpss.net. 

Parents and Students - you can now see your GPA in Infinite Campus.  Just click on the 3 lines top left (hamburger) → Grades→ + button on GPA banner to find GPA! 

Attention Students! The Homecoming Dance is on October 11th! DJ Dwight Dillman would like your song requests. Scan the QR code to make your school appropriate song requests.

The Governor’s School of North Carolina – Application Information

The application period for the Governor’s School of North Carolina is now open. Students interested in applying to this prestigious summer residential program are invited to attend an informational meeting on Thursday, September 25, 2025, during B lunch in the Media Center.

At the meeting, Mrs. McCallum will share details about the program, the application process, and important deadlines.

For more information, students/families are encouraged to review the Governor’s School Family Overview document and visit the Governor’s School website.

If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. McCallum at Tmccallum2@wcpss.net

Wrestling Interest Meeting -💪 Join us on 9/25 during A Lunch in 1714! No experience needed—just heart, hustle, and a drive to grow. Come learn what it takes to be part of the team, meet the coaches and current wrestlers, and discover how wrestling builds strength, discipline, and confidence. Open to all students (Men and Women’s teams) curious about the sport! Wrestling is especially great for those with martial arts experience, anyone looking to push their fitness goals, or athletes staying in shape during their sport’s offseason. Find us on Instagram at hollysprings_wrestling to see more OR stop by Coach Jason Smith’s room 1714.

Letters of recommendation for College Applications:

When you request a letter of recommendation from a teacher or counselor, please include a BRAG SHEET.

This will help and guide the recommender when writing about you.  Please make sure you give the person you are asking MORE than TWO WEEKS notice before your deadline.  Write a nice email to the person you would like to request the letter of recommendation from.  Please make sure you include a list of the schools you are requesting the letter for, their deadlines and your BRAG SHEET.  All counselors will want to meet with you before they send your college application materials.  Make sure you schedule an appointment with them immediately! 

You can find the link to their calendars here: https://www.wcpss.net/Page/57660

Student Sports Pass - The best way to cheer on every Holly Spring’s team is with a Student Sports Pass. Get into every home game for the entire school year for just $63. Save money and support the Hawks. Get your Sports Pass today by visiting goldenhawksclub.org

Senior Photos:

Have you booked your senior portrait session? Spots fill up quickly, and we want to make sure you don't miss out! Every session includes the tux and drape pose used in the yearbook along with cap and gown portraits.

Undergraduate Photos: October 14th, 2025 (Save $10 when you order before picture day!) 

Next On-Campus Day for Senior Photos: October 29th, 2025

Last day to be photographed: December 31st, 2025

(Remember—you can always schedule your senior photo shoot on location at the CADY Studio in Raleigh!)

Click this Link to Schedule

✔️ Reserve your spot early to get the time that works best for you.

✔️ Every senior session includes the official yearbook pose + cap & gown.

✔️ Customize your session with extra scenes and add-ons to make it your own.

⚠️ Reminder: Seniors photographed outside of CADY cannot be guaranteed inclusion in the yearbook.

Please book your appointment as soon as possible to avoid missing the deadline.

Have questions? Contact by clicking the link here.

Butter Braids:

Help support the Holly Springs High School Choral Booster Program as we kick off our first fundraiser this year.  You can purchase a Butter Braid which is a delicious pastry in a variety of flavors.  They are frozen so you simply defrost, let rise and bake!  They make a tasty treat!  

HSHS Chorus Butterbraid Sale

Support our general program via the ‘Chorus Booster 1’ seller account, OR you can select an individual student name.

Thank you in advance – all orders must be entered by 10 PM on Thursday, September 25th; orders will be available for pick-up at HSHS on October 23rd after school. Contact hshsbutterbraids@gmail.com with any questions.

Spirit Night: 

Take a break from cooking this upcoming Tuesday and support the choir program! Don’t forget to mention you came to support the HSHS Choir Program.

Location: Mi Cancun (324 Grand Hill Place, Holly Springs)

Date: Tuesday, Sept 23

Time: 5:00 PM – Close

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