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Friday Message 11/1/24 From Mr. Morrison

Good Afternoon Holly Springs High School Families, this is your principal Rob Morrison with our weekly message.  
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In honor of Military / Veteran / Military Family Appreciation Month in November, and as part of our Purple Star Program to support military affiliated students, tonight's home football game will honor military and military families.  All current and past military members, and their families, will be admitted free.
Attention Seniors and Juniors who will graduate early: WCPSS requires students to complete CPR training to graduate from high school.  Students will receive instruction in the hands-only CPR technique.  If you are a senior or early graduating junior who has already taken CPR, you will still need to attend your assigned CPR training session to sign off that you have completed the requirement.  A link will be shared in another message for students to view their CPR groups and the date that they will need to attend a session.  The dates that students may be assigned to are November 7, 8, 14, 15, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, or December 10.  Students will only need to attend the one session that they are assigned to during HOT lunch.  If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Hill at zhill2@wcpss.net.
The Veterans' Drive hopes to get donations for the Missions Military and Action. The list is attached.  All donated supplies can be dropped off  in 1708.  The peanut butter drive needs donations of peanut butter to help support our local food cupboard. 
If you have any gently used glasses, please drop them off at 1708 to support the Leo's/ Lions club
The HSHS Senior Signs are in! If you ordered a sign, there are 4 pick up opportunities at the High School during the coming weekends.  The scheduled times are Saturday November 2, 10 AM to Noon; Sunday November 3, 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM; Saturday November 16, 2 PM - 4 PM: & Sunday November 17, 2:30 PM to 4: 30 PM.
There will be one between 5 and 6:30 PM on Thursday, Nov 14 as the Sunset Ridge North Pool. The address is 215 Kingsport Rd.
Please email jbeiras@hotail.com with any questions or concerns.
 
Get a head start on holiday gifts with delicious and beautifully presented Virginia Diner peanuts!  Starting Wednesday October 23, purchase online while supporting the HSHS Choir students.  Delivery will be local and distributed from the school by December 6. 
Start date: Wednesday, October 23
End date: Friday, November 15
Hawk After School Tutoring  HSHS Parents/Students.  If you need additional tutoring and support for your studies, please join me on Wednesdays after school from 2:30pm- 4pm in the Media Center. Our first scheduled Study Hall will begin on October 23, 2024. We will have tutors on hand to assist as needed in areas such as math, science, and foreign languages. We encourage those that may be falling behind with completing assignments or need a quiet place to work, to join us. Please ensure that you bring your own charged device/laptop and resources to each session. All participating students will need to secure their own form of transportation. We will not be responsible for any transportation concerns. 
Tutors please use the same form below to sign up. Make sure you identify your specialty areas that you are willing to tutor.
If you plan to attend:  Please communicate using this Form no later than the end of the school day, Tuesday of each week. This information will help us provide the correct tutors available to assist students with their academic concerns.
Get ready for some holiday fun with the Christmas Spirit Club! Join us for the interest meeting on November 6th. We’ll meet every Wednesday and have a festive feast on the last Friday before break. Come to room 2518 during A and B lunches to learn more!
Students Interested in Advanced Manufacturing. Students interested in advanced manufacturing and apprenticeships/career opportunities after high school are invited to go on a tour of the Schunk advanced manufacturing facility on 12/2/2024. This trip will be during the school day. Contact Dr. Britt BBritt@wcpss.net if you are interested and to get the field trip paperwork.
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Apprenticeship Informational Community night event: This year’s event is a collaborative effort between NCTAP, Wake Tech Community College, Wake Tech Apprenticeships powered by Wake Works, ApprenticeshipNC, and other key partners, highlighting youth and young adult apprenticeships. It is a great opportunity for students, parents, and local businesses to find out more about apprenticeship opportunities in our community. Date: Monday, November 18, 2024. Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Location: WTCC Beltline Education Center - 3200 Bush Street, Raleigh, NC 27609. Registration information can be found HERE. Contact Dr. Britt with any questions BBritt@wcpss.net.


Wacky Socks Fundraiser: a great gift for the holidays!  Help GHTC fundraise for our theatre and provide clothing items to Western Carolina relief efforts! fundsnow.org/s/Ljni
Need a Math tutor? The Math Honor Society is here to help students in any math course (Including Chemistry and Physics)! Please use this link to be paired with a tutor. After filling out the form, you must check your student email to correspond with your tutor upon getting paired. It is up to the student to contact their tutor and schedule a time and teacher’s room to meet in. Parents may also use this form to sign up their students for tutoring. This is great if you need consistent tutoring, or if you just want to be able to contact a tutor for some help! Please email hgmarlowe@students.wcpss.net or gnbartels@students.wcpss.net if you have any questions or concerns.
The ASVAB test will be given Friday November 8th at 7:30am in the media center. Whether you’re planning on college, a technical school, military service, or you’re just not sure yet, the ASVAB Career Exploration Program can provide you with important information about your skills, abilities, interests, and help put you on the right course for a satisfying career. Contact Dr. Britt at BBritt@wcpss.net with questions or sign-up HERE. Available for 10-12 graders and you must be signed in to your WakeID to register.
Upcoming Events
Tuesday, November 5: No School, Teacher Workday
Monday, November 11: No School, Veterans Day
Wednesday, November 27 to Friday, November 29: No School, Thanksgiving Holiday