Good afternoon, Husky Families! 

 

Here are this week’s announcements:

The 25-26 course registration season is well underway and continues through March 21st.  View our course registration timeline here.  

We are offering the SOS Signs of Suicide Prevention Program to all 9th graders enrolled in Healthful Living and a refresher course to 12th graders in English during March and April. If you do NOT want your child to participate, please notify their Healthful Living (9th) or English (12th) teacher by:

• 9th Grade: Monday, Mar. 17

• 12th Grade: Monday, Apr.7

If we don't hear from you, we will assume your child has permission to participate. For any questions, please contact your student's counselor.

College & Career Planning Night is March 20th from 6-8pm. 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?  View agenda and college, career, and military rep list here.

 

Drivers’ Education Classes: March 25^th - Summer Course Dates will be posted on the Jordan Driving website, jordandriving.com.  April 8^th - 11:00 a.m. Heritage HS registration opens.  Classes typically fill within 30 minutes of opening.

 

PTSA News:  ☘️ Use our code: heritageptsa on March 15th for the Panic on St. Pat’s! ONE NIGHT ONLY. It's your last chance to get your fix for 6 long months!

You get 10% off and 15% gets donated back to HHS PTSA! It's a WIN WIN! https://raleighhauntedhouse.com/

 

Mark Your Calendar for the Following Events:

 

- March 20 - College and Career Planning Night, 6:00-8:00pm. 

- March 17 - LAST DAY to order tickets for the Jr./Sr. Prom Prom Ticket Information 

- April 15 - Spring Virtual Conference Night, 5-7pm, Virtual Senior Send-Off, 6:30-7:15pm

 

Freshman Specific Information - Access important course registration information for rising 10th grade students here.

 

Sophomore Specific Information - View rising 11th grade course registration information here.

 

This is a gentle reminder that sophomores must complete a Career Development Plan in Major Clarity, found in their Wake ID portal, in order to be promoted to grade 11. If incomplete, your child may receive a notification of their need to complete their CDP by Friday, March 28. 

Step-by-step instructions are here & on the sophomore website.  

 

The signature Sophomore Roundup event was held on Tuesday, March 11th—see agenda for links to presentation slides.

 

Junior Specific Information - Junior Conferences are ongoing through March 21st. View rising 12th grade course information here. 

North Carolina law requires a booster dose of meningococcal vaccine for entry into 12th grade. Immunization Information     Wake County Immunization Information Please email records to kohara@wcpss.net, fax to 919-670-4212, or drop off records in the main office, Monday-Friday, 7am-2pm. NC immunization law requires that all students are up to date with immunizations by the first day of school, August 25, 2025.  

Senior Specific Information -  Link to Senior Page  - Seniors who missed Josten's delivery day can pick up their orders on Wednesday, March 26, during 3rd period at the Counselors’ Corner.  Still need to order?  Don’t wait!  Access flyer here for information on how to order.

PTSA Reminder - Order your senior yard sign by Friday, 3/21, for pickup in Student Services at the end of April.  This is not part of senior fees, but a separate purchase option. 

Class of 2025! Want to speak at Awards Day or Graduation?  Applications are available here and due April 11th, 2025.  See Ms. Weaver with any questions.

Parents have until April 3rd to order their child's cap and gown pictures. This link is for seniors who visited CADY's studio. They can purchase by visiting this link:  cady.com/capgown25

Students who haven’t visited the CADY studios for senior pictures, can still set up an appointment for cap and gowns @ www.cady.com

 

Sincerely,

Jo Ellen Newhouse, Principal

Good afternoon, Husky Families! 

Here are this week’s announcements:

 

The 25-26 course registration season is well underway and continues through March 21st.  View our course registration timeline here.  

We are offering the SOS Signs of Suicide Prevention Program to all 9th graders enrolled in Healthful Living and a refresher course to 12th graders in English during March and April. If you do NOT want your child to participate, please notify their Healthful Living (9th) or English (12th) teacher by:

• 9th Grade: Monday, Mar. 17

• 12th Grade: Monday, Apr.7

If we don't hear from you, we will assume your child has permission to participate. For any questions, please contact your student's counselor.

The HHS Business Alliance is seeking parent and community volunteers and donations for upcoming HHS spring events. Consider giving your time to make a positive impact on our students.  Click here to view events, volunteer, see details and time slots. Our College & Career Planning Night is March 20th from 6-8pm. 

 

Chipotle Spirit Day:  PTSA is sponsoring a Chipotle Spirit Day tomorrow, March 8, from 5-9pm! Don’t forget to mention HHS or use code WRMZDTH if ordering online! 🌮 

Drivers’ Education Classes: March 25^th - Summer Course Dates will be posted on the Jordan Driving website, jordandriving.com.  April 8^th - 11:00 a.m. Heritage HS registration opens.  Classes typically fill within 30 minutes of opening.

 

Mark Your Calendar for the Following Events:

 

- Feb. 24 - March 21 - Course Registration for 25-26

- March 11 - ACT (all 11th grade students) and Sophomore Round Up (all 10th grade students)

- March 20 - College and Career Planning Night, 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?  View agenda and college, career, and military rep list here.

- March 22 - Jr./Sr. Prom Prom Ticket Information 

- April 15 - Spring Virtual Conference Night, 5-7pm, Virtual Senior Send-Off, 6:30-7:15pm

 

Freshman Specific Information - Access important course registration information for rising 10th grade students here.

 

Sophomore Specific Information - View rising 11th grade course registration information here. The signature Sophomore event is almost here!  On Tuesday, March 1, sophomores will participate in several breakout sessions covering information that is crucial to their success. Please view the preview here and on the sophomore website.

 

Junior Specific Information - Junior Conferences are ongoing through March 21st. View rising 12th grade course information here.  All Juniors will be taking the ACT at school on Tuesday, March 11th. ACT Parent Letter

North Carolina law requires a booster dose of meningococcal vaccine for entry into 12th grade. Immunization Information     Wake County Immunization Information Please email records to kohara@wcpss.net, fax to 919-670-4212, or drop off records in the main office, Monday-Friday, 7am-2pm. NC immunization law requires that all students are up to date with immunizations by the first day of school, August 25, 2025.  

Senior Specific Information -  Link to Senior Page  Jostens will deliver caps, gowns, and other graduation products on Thursday, March 13, during 3rd period in the gym lobby.  Still need to order?  Don’t wait!  Access flyer here for information on how to order.

Class of 2025! Want to speak at Awards Day or Graduation?  Applications are available here and due April 11th, 2025.  See Ms. Weaver with any questions.

Parents have until April 3rd to order their child's cap and gown pictures. This link is for seniors who visited CADY's studio. They can purchase by visiting this link:  cady.com/capgown25

Students who haven’t visited the CADY studios for senior pictures, can still set up an appointment for cap and gowns @ www.cady.com

 

Sincerely,

Jo Ellen Newhouse, Principal

Good afternoon, Husky Families! 

Here are this week’s announcements:

 

The 25-26 course registration season is well underway and continues through March 21st.  View our course registration timeline here.  

 

The HHS Business Alliance is seeking parent and community volunteers and donations for upcoming HHS spring events. Consider giving your time to make a positive impact on our students.  Click here to view events, volunteer, see details and time slots. Our College & Career Planning Night is March 20th from 6-8pm. 

 

Exam Schedule:  Final Exams 2024-25 - Feedback from families after midterms was that they didn’t know when students should be here.  We’ve tried to make that clearer in this  schedule.

 

Prom News:  Prom tickets are $80, available under their student ID's, and are on sale Feb 17^th - March 17th. Here's the link for the details: Prom Ticket Information  

 

We are proud to host Wake Technical Community College this Thursday, March 6th. This is a great opportunity for students to learn about many programs at Wake Tech, including dual enrollment and their University Transfer Programs, which enable students to save money by attending Wake Tech for 2 years and then transfer to a public NC 4-year university.  Students may see specific programs attending and sign up to attend here.

 

Mark Your Calendar for the Following Events:

 

- Feb. 24 - March 21 - Course Registration for 25-26

- March 11 - ACT (all 11th grade students) and Sophomore Round Up (all 10th grade students)

- March 20 - College and Career Planning Night, 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?  View agenda and college, career, and military rep list here.

- March 22 - Jr./Sr. Prom

- April 15 - Spring Virtual Conference Night, 5-7pm, Virtual Senior Send-Off, 6:30-7:15pm

 

Freshman Specific Information - Access important course registration information for rising 10th grade students here.

 

Sophomore Specific Information - View rising 11th grade course registration information here. The signature Sophomore event is almost here! SAVE-THE-DATE for Tuesday, March 11. Sophomore students will participate in several breakout sessions covering information that is crucial to their success. Please view the preview here and on the sophomore website.

 

Junior Specific Information - Junior Conferences are ongoing through March 21st. View rising 12th grade course information here.  All Juniors will be taking the ACT at school on Tuesday, March 11th.  Your students will be receiving more information regarding the ACT in addition to creating an ACT Account during Homeroom on Monday, March 3rd.

Linked below is an ACT Parent Letter they will also receive.

ACT Parent Letter

 

Senior Specific Information -  Link to Senior Page  Jostens will deliver caps, gowns, and other graduation products on Thursday, March 13th during 3rd period in the gym lobby.  Still need to order?  Don’t wait!  Access flyer here for information on how to order.

 

Class of 2025! Want to speak at Awards Day or Graduation?  Applications are available here and due April 11th, 2025.  See Ms. Weaver with any questions.

Parents have until April 3rd to order their child's cap and gown pictures. This link is for seniors who've visited CADY's studio. They can purchase by visiting this link:  cady.com/capgown25

Students who haven't visited the CADY studios for senior pictures can still set up an appointment for cap and gowns @ www.cady.com

 

Access the February Scholarship Bulletin here. 

 

Sincerely,

Jo Ellen Newhouse, Principal

Good afternoon, Husky Families! 

We hope you enjoyed the snow but are as excited as we are to return to school next week. Here are this week’s announcements:

 

The 25-26 course registration season has begun.  View our course registration timeline here. 

 

BIMAS-2 Screening: All parents, please review the attached letter about the upcoming WCPSS universal screener of social, emotional, and behavioral health.  If you wish to opt-out your student from the screening, return the attached opt-out form to Student Services by 2/28/25

 

HHS Band Booster Event: Culver's will help support the Heritage Husky Band by hosting a Share Night on Wednesday, February 26th.  10% of the sales from 5 PM to 8 PM will be donated to the Heritage High School Band Boosters. The students will welcome the guests, deliver food to the tables, and share information about the Heritage HS Band.

 

The HHS Business Alliance is seeking parent and community volunteers and donations for upcoming HHS spring events. Consider giving your time to make a positive impact on our students.  Click here to view events, volunteer, see details and time slots. Our College & Career Planning Night is March 20th from 6-8pm.

 

Exam Schedule:  Final Exams 2024-25 - Feedback from families after midterms was that they didn’t know when students should be here.  We’ve tried to make that clearer in this  schedule.

 

PACK Day Canceled: Due to the recent inclement weather, PACK Day on February 25 has been canceled.

 

Prom News:  Prom tickets are $80, available under their student ID's, and are on sale Feb 17^th - March 17th. Here's the link for the details: Prom Ticket Information

 

Mark Your Calendar for the Following Events:

 

• Feb. 24 - March 21 - Course Registration for 25-26

• March 11 - ACT (all 11th grade students) and Sophomore Round Up (all 10th grade students)

• March 20 - Academic, Career, and College Planning Night, 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?

• March 22 - Jr./Sr. Prom

• April 15 - Spring Virtual Conference Night, 5-7pm, Virtual Senior Send-Off, 6:30-7:15pm

Freshman Specific Information - Access important course registration information for rising 10th grade students here.

 

Sophomore Specific Information - View rising 11th grade course registration information here. The signature Sophomore event is almost here! SAVE-THE-DATE for Tuesday, March 11. Sophomore students will participate in several breakout sessions covering information that is crucial to their success. Please view the preview here and on the sophomore website.

 

Junior Specific Information - Junior Conferences are ongoing through March 21st. View rising 12th grade course information here.

 

Senior Specific Information -  Link to Senior Page  Jostens will deliver caps, gowns, and other graduation products on Thursday, March 13th during 3rd period in the gym lobby.  Still need to order?  Don’t wait!  Access flyer here for information on how to order.

 

Class of 2025! Want to speak at Awards Day or Graduation?  Applications are available here and due April 11th, 2025.  See Ms. Weaver with any questions.

Parents have until April 3rd to order their child's cap and gown pictures. This link is for seniors who've visited CADY's studio. They can purchase by visiting this link:  cady.com/capgown25

Students who didn't visit the CADY studios for senior pictures, can still  set up an appointment for cap and gowns @ www.cady.com

 

Access the February Scholarship Bulletin here.

 

Sincerely, 

Jo Ellen Newhouse, Principal

Good afternoon, Husky Families! 

Here are this week’s announcements:

 

The 25-26 course registration season has begun.  Now is the time to research, ask questions, collaborate with teachers and school counselors, and make decisions about course options for 25-26.  View our course registration timeline here.  Students in 9th and 10th grade received critical course registration information in homeroom on Monday, February 10th.  If they were absent from homeroom, they should stop by Student Services to pick up their materials.  11th grade students are receiving this information during their Junior Conference. Learn more about course registration by going to our website here.

 

BIMAS-2 Screening: All parents, please review the attached letter about the upcoming WCPSS universal screener of social, emotional, and behavioral health.  If you wish to opt-out your student from the screening, return the attached opt-out form to Student Services by 2/28/25

 

Driving Concerns: Parents of drivers, we have had several complaints recently from community members and students regarding speeding and disregard of their surroundings.  We continue to provide safety messages to students. We have added staff to patrol our parking lot, but we need your help to remind them of their responsibilities once they are on public roads, such as Foundation Drive and Rogers Road.

 

The HHS Business Alliance is seeking parent and community volunteers and donations for upcoming HHS spring events. Consider giving your time to make a positive impact on our students.  Click here to view events, volunteer, see details and time slots. Our College & Career Planning Night is March 20th from 6-8pm. We need 3 cases of bottled water.

Theater News:  Our theater program invites you to their winter production.  Hairspray tickets are now on sale via the school website https://www.wcpss.net/heritagehs (go to Activities and then Theatre). 

 

Mark Your Calendar for the Following Events:

 

• February 17 - No school for students, teacher workday

• Feb. 24 - March 21 - Course Registration for 25-26

• Feb. 25 - Pack Day

• March 11 - ACT (all 11th grade students) and Sophomore Round Up (all 10th grade students)

• March 20 - Academic, Career, and College Planning Night, 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?

• March 22 - Jr./Sr. Prom

 

Freshmen Specific Information - Welcome Dr. Burris, the newest addition to our school counseling team.  Her email address is aburris2@wcpss.net.  She works with all 9th grade students.  Access important course registration information for rising 10th grade students here.

 

Sophomore Specific Information - View rising 11th grade course registration information here. The signature Sophomore event is almost here! SAVE-THE-DATE for Tuesday, March 11. Sophomore students will participate in several breakout sessions covering information that is crucial to their success. Please view the preview here and on the sophomore website.

 

Junior Specific Information - Junior Conferences are ongoing through March 21st.   Encourage your student to develop a list of questions for their counselor regarding graduation requirements, course registration for their senior year, and post-graduation planning.  View rising 12th grade course information here.

 

Senior Specific Information -  Link to Senior Page  Jostens will deliver caps, gowns, and other graduation products on Thursday, March 13th during 3rd period in the gym lobby.  Still need to order?  Don’t wait!  Access flyer here for information on how to order.

 

Parents have until April 3rd to order their child's cap and gown pictures. This link is for seniors who've visited CADY's studio. They can purchase by visiting this link:  cady.com/capgown25

Students who didn't visit the CADY studios for senior pictures, can still  set up an appointment for cap and gowns @ www.cady.com

 

Access the February Scholarship Bulletin here. 

Class of 2025! Want to speak at Awards Day or Graduation?  Applications are available here and due April 11th, 2025.  See Ms. Weaver with any questions.

Sincerely,

Jo Ellen Newhouse, Principal

Good afternoon, Husky Families!

Thank you to all who attended the Spring Semester Meet the Teacher event this past week.  

 

Here are this week’s announcements:

 

The 25-26 course registration season has begun.  Now is the time to research, ask questions, collaborate with teachers and school counselors, and make decisions about course options for 25-26.  View our course registration timeline here.  Students in 9th and 10th grade will receive critical course registration information in homeroom on Monday, February 10th.  11th grade students are receiving this information during their Junior Conference. Learn more about course registration by going to our website here. Note: this website will continue to be updated over the next week, including information from last night’s curriculum fair.

Honors Opt In / Opt Out:  Students in core Social Studies, Science, and English classes will be receiving information from their teachers regarding honors opt out. Teachers will be sending information for students to consider when making this decision, and parents must complete a Google Form to grant permission for the decrease in rigor. Similarly, students in select CTE classes will be given the opportunity to opt in to the honors level of their course. All opt in / opt out decisions must be finalized by Friday, February 14, 2025. If you have any questions, please contact your student's teacher or the Assistant Principal of Instruction, Dr. Beth Daniels at medaniels@wcpss.net.

Theater News:  Our theater program invites you to their winter production.  Hairspray tickets are now on sale via the school website https://www.wcpss.net/heritagehs (go to Activities and then Theatre).  

 

Mark Your Calendar for the Following Events:

 

• Feb. 24 - March 21 - Course Registration for 25-26

• Feb. 25 - Pack Day

• March 11 - ACT (all 11th grade students) and Sophomore Round Up (all 10th grade students)

• March 20 - Academic, Career, and College Planning Night, 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?

• March 22 - Jr./Sr. Prom

 

Sophomore Specific Information - Check out our Enrichment Newsletter, specifically opportunities for paid summer internships at NCSU and UNC.

 

Junior Specific Information - Junior Conferences are ongoing through March 21st.  Counselors collaborate with 11th grade teachers to schedule these individual meetings during the school day.  During the conference, students will confirm remaining courses/credits needed to meet graduation requirements, discuss tentative post high school plans, including institutions to which they are planning to apply, and create a to-do list of action items based on the student’s individual goals.  Encourage your student to develop a list of questions for their counselor regarding graduation requirements, course registration for their senior year, and post-graduation planning.  

 

Senior Specific Information -  Link to Senior Page  Class rank will be updated on Monday, February 10th. Counselors will automatically upload required midyear transcripts to Common App. Students request all other midyear transcripts to be sent to colleges via CFNC.org (in-state schools) and scriborder.com (out-of-state).  Seniors should contact their counselor with any questions.

 

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 February Scholarship Bulletin here. Take special note of the NC State Employees Credit Union People Helping People Scholarship, due February 17th.

Sincerely,

Jo Ellen Newhouse, Principal

Good afternoon, Husky Families!

Here are this week’s announcements:

 

Congratulations to the 48 seniors who graduated this morning!  Well done, Class of 2025!

Course corrections are complete, and we are encouraging students to settle into their semester.  Please partner with us by helping to ensure your teen has secured a place to study at home that allows them to focus.  Encourage your teen to engage with the teacher during classes, attend teacher office hours if needed, and/or sign up for peer tutoring if needed.  The link to sign up for peer tutoring is here.  Finally, check PowerSchool often for grade updates.  If you do not have access to PowerSchool as a parent, you can find the application and more information here.

We are welcoming parents and students on Thursday, February 6th for two important events:

• Spring Semester Meet the Teacher, 5:30-6:15pm - Parents, access your student’s schedule on PowerSchool for teacher names and room locations.

• Curriculum Fair/Open House, 6:30-7:45pm - This is the opportunity for students and parents to learn more about academic programs and courses offered for the upcoming school year.  Course registration will begin very soon.  Take advantage of this opportunity to be best prepared to select courses!  Learn more about course registration by going to our website here.

 

Consider giving your time to make a positive impact on our students. The HHS Business Alliance is seeking parent and community volunteers and donations for upcoming HHS spring events.  Click here to view events, volunteer, see details and time slots. Need information on who we are and what we do? Stop by our table at "Open House/Meet the Teacher" night on February 6^th from 5:30-7:30pm in the cafe. You can view our webpage HERE.

 

Friday, February 7 - Heritage High School’s HOSA chapter reminds us all that February is National Heart Health Month.  Friday, Feb. 7, is National “Wear Red Day” to raise awareness about heart health and heart disease. This initiative encourages our students and staff to come together to show support for this important cause.

Honors Opt In / Opt Out:  Students in core Social Studies, Science, and English classes will be receiving information from their teachers regarding honors opt out. Teachers will be sending information for students to consider when making this decision, and parents must complete a Google Form to grant permission for the decrease in rigor. Similarly, students in select CTE classes will be given the opportunity to opt in to the honors level of their course. All opt in / opt out decisions must be finalized by Friday February 14, 2025. If you have any questions, please contact your student's teacher or the Assistant Principal of Instruction, Dr. Beth Daniels at medaniels@wcpss.net.

 

Mark Your Calendar for the Following Events:

 

• Feb. 6 - Spring Semester Meet the Teacher, 5:30-6:15pm

• Feb. 6 - Curriculum Fair/Open House, 6:30-7:45pm

• Feb. 24 - March 21 - Course Registration for 25-26

• Feb. 25 - Pack Day

• March 11 - ACT (all 11th grade students) and Sophomore Round Up (all 10th grade students)

• March 20 - Academic, Career, and College Planning Night, 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.

• March 22 - Jr./Sr. Prom

 

Sophomore Specific Information - Check out our Enrichment Newsletter, specifically opportunities for paid summer internships at NCSU and UNC.

 

Junior Specific Information - Junior Conferences begin Wednesday, Jan. 29 - March 21. Students will be given information in homeroom on Tuesday.  Counselors collaborate with 11th grade teachers to schedule these individual meetings during the school day.  During the conference, students will confirm remaining courses/credits needed to meet graduation requirements, discuss tentative post high school plans, including institutions to which they are planning to apply, and create a to-do list of action items based on the student’s individual goals.  Encourage your student to develop a list of questions for their counselor regarding graduation requirements, course registration for their senior year, and post-graduation planning.  

 

Senior Specific Information -  Link to Senior Page  Class rank will be updated on February 10th. Counselors will automatically upload required midyear transcripts to Common App. Students request all other midyear transcripts to be sent to colleges via CFNC.org (in-state schools) and scriborder.com (out-of-state).  Seniors should contact their counselor with any questions.

 

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 Scholarship Bulletin here. Take special note of those with January deadlines.  

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:

Second Semester Information: 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). 

Our bell schedule has been adjusted slightly on Monday and Tuesday (we are flip-flopping our regular schedule these days) so that students can pick up their first semester report cards in homeroom on Tuesday. 

 

Mark Your Calendar for the Following Events:

• Jan. 28 - Report Cards Go Home

• Jan. 31 - Midyear Graduation Ceremony, 8:30am. Bell schedule for the day found here.

• Feb. 6 - Spring Semester Meet the Teacher, 5:30-6:15pm

• Feb. 6 - Curriculum Fair/Open House, 6:30-7:45pm

• Feb. 25 - Pack Day

• March 11 - ACT (all 11th grade students) and Sophomore Round Up (all 10th grade students)

• March 20 - Academic, Career, and College Planning Night, 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.

• March 22 - Jr./Sr. Prom

 

Sophomore Specific Information - The deadline for turning in completed paperwork has been extended to Jan. 27.  A lottery drawing for the available spots will take place after school, 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.

 

Check out our Enrichment Newsletter, specifically opportunities for paid summer internships at NCSU and UNC.

 

Junior Specific Information

Junior Conferences begin Wednesday, Jan. 29 - March 21. Students will be given information in homeroom on Tuesday.  Counselors collaborate with 11th grade teachers to schedule these individual meetings during the school day.  During the conference, students will confirm remaining courses/credits needed to meet graduation requirements, discuss tentative post high school plans, including institutions to which they are planning to apply, and create a to-do list of action items based on the student’s individual goals.  Encourage your student to develop a list of questions for their counselor regarding graduation requirements, course registration for their senior year, and post-graduation planning.  

 

Senior Specific Information -  Link to Senior Page  

Report cards will go home on Tuesday, Jan. 28. At that time, students can see their updated GPA in PowerSchool. Class rank will be rerun on February 10th. Counselors will automatically upload required midyear transcripts to Common App. Students request all other midyear transcripts to be sent to colleges via CFNC.org (in-state schools) and scriborder.com (out-of-state).  Seniors should contact their counselor with any questions.

 

The senior recognition ad deadline for the 2024-2025 yearbook has been extended to Jan. 31. There is a slight cost hike since the December deadline, but they are still available for purchase at www.jostens.com.  Contact Mr. Schweickert at jschweickert@wcpss.net with any questions.

 

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

Good afternoon, Husky Families!

 

Here are this week’s announcements:

 

MLK, Jr. Holiday Closure -            

The school will be closed January 20.

The office will be open January 21 at 7:00 - 3:00. 

Students return January 22 for second semester. 

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.  The bell schedule has been changed for the opening three days.

 

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.

 

Annual WCPSS Asbestos Notification - All principals are required to share this document annually.  Please note, however, that according to paperwork on file, none of the building materials for HHS contained asbestos.  2024-25 Annual Asbestos Notification

 

Mark Your Calendar for the Following Events:

• Report Cards Go Home - Tuesday, January 28th

• Midyear Graduation Ceremony - Friday, January 31st at 8:30am

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

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

• Pack Day - Tuesday, February 25th

• ACT (all 11th grade students) and Sophomore Round Up (all 10th grade students) - Tuesday, March 11th

• 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.

• Jr./Sr. Prom - Saturday, March 22nd

 

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.

 

Check out our Enrichment Newsletter, specifically opportunities for paid summer internships at NCSU and UNC.

 

Senior Specific Information -  Link to Senior Page  

Report cards will go home on Tuesday, January 28th. At that time, students can see their updated GPA in PowerSchool. Class rank will be rerun on February 10th. Counselors will automatically upload required midyear transcripts to Common App. Students request all other midyear transcripts to be sent to colleges via CFNC.org (in-state schools) and scriborder.com (out-of-state).  Seniors should contact their counselor with any questions.

 

The senior recognition ad deadline for the 2024-2025 yearbook has been extended to 1/31. There is a slight cost hike since the December deadline, but they are still available for purchase at www.jostens.com.  Contact Mr. Schweickert at jschweickert@wcpss.net with any questions.

 

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

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