Good afternoon, Husky Families!

We hope that you remained safe through today’s storm.  Please be reminded that Friday, October 4th, is the late work deadline.  Thanks for monitoring your student's grades and attendance progress in PowerSchool.   If you need PowerSchool access, please go here for the application information.

 

 

Here are this week’s announcements:

Bullying Prevention Month:  October is National Bullying Prevention Month, and we invite students to participate by wearing:

• Blue on October 7 for World Bullying Prevention Day

• Orange on October 16 for Unity Day

Thank you for your continued support in promoting kindness, inclusion, and awareness.

Check Out Request:  Please note that we have a scheduled Pep Rally on October 11^th for students.  There will be no unscheduled check-outs after 12:45. If there is a need to check out your child that afternoon, please communicate with Mrs. Wood (bmwood@wcpss.net) ahead of time so it can be pre-arranged.  

 

Counselor News:  Heritage High School is offering the SOS Signs of Suicide Prevention Program to all 9th grade students enrolled in Healthful Living and a refresher course to 12th graders in English during October.  If you do NOT want your student to participate, please notify their Healthful Living (9th) or English (12th) teacher by:   

                9th Grade: Monday, Sept. 30                      12th Grade: Monday, Oct. 14

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

Homecoming Events:  

October 7th-11th is Spirit Week!

• Monday:  Tie vs. Tie-Dye 

• Tuesday: Biker vs. Surfer

• Wednesday:  Jersey Out

• Thursday: Throwback Thursday

• Friday: Class Colors (9th = white, 10th = gray, 11th = navy, 12 = neon green)

We are excited to announce this year’s Homecoming Dance, themed “Under the Sea,” which will be held on Saturday, October 12, 2024, at Heritage High School from 7:00 to 10:00 PM. The doors will open at 6:45 PM, and the event promises to be a fun and memorable evening for our students.  Please review dance rules and procedures here:   Homecoming Ticket Information This year's Homecoming is sure to be an unforgettable night, and we look forward to seeing your student there. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact mlparks@wcpss.net . Thank you for your support!

PSAT Information:  Students that registered to take the PSAT on October 8th will complete critical preadministration actions on Monday, September 30th during homeroom.  Learn more about the PSAT here.

 

Picture Makeup: If your 9th-11th grade student missed school picture day last week, make-ups/retakes are scheduled for Wednesday, October 16th.

 

Powderpuff Game:  The powderpuff game has been rescheduled for November 8 at 5:30.

PTSA Information - Heritage High School community, we need your help!  Our PTSA Facebook page currently has only 400 members, many of whom are alumni. We need your help to  encourage more people to join! Please share this post and help us grow. Stay updated on all the latest happenings and important information at Heritage High by joining and sharing our Facebook page.  Even if you don’t have time to attend meetings or volunteer, please consider joining the PTSA to support the parents who can.  Thank you for helping us grow our community!

 

Please help us make our HHS staff feel hauntingly happy with treats for their meeting on October 7. Below is a list of items we need to ensure our teachers are celebrated and fueled for a productive meeting. All items should be received in the HHS office by the morning of 10/7 labeled for HHS PTSA. Sign Up Here.  No time to shop? Monetary donations are greatly appreciated! Donate here.

 

Other Ways to Support the PTSA:

Volunteers - Families and individuals who want to volunteer are encouraged to do so by Oct. 1. Review volunteer renewal details.

Looking to support our students in a unique way? Check out our HHS Business Alliance Committee. Click HERE for more information and/or to become a member. For more information, contact Dawn Beaster, Career Development Coordinator at dbeaster@wcpss.net or 919.570.5600 ext. 20654

Sophomore and Junior Specific Information

 

NC Governor's School is a statewide 4-week summer residential program for students interested in studying an academic or artistic subject in depth. Open to all Juniors in the area of Academics and Arts and for select sophomores interested in the Arts: Choral & Instrumental, Performing Arts, Dance, and Visual Arts only.

The Governor's school application period is OPEN. If students are interested, they should speak with their school counselor and be sure to contact the teacher of interest/content they plan to apply for a recommendation. To apply Click  APPLICATION & RECOMMENDATION.  All application materials are due no later than October 18, 2024 to Student Services c/o Ms. Santos. 

Sophomore Families - please provide feedback on planned programs at bit.ly/10thPrograms 

 

Senior Specific Information

 

Seniors, get ready for the Senior Roundup on October 8th by reviewing the agenda here and the list of colleges, employers, and military branches here.

 

Financial Aid Night will be Wednesday, October 9th, at 6:30pm in the Heritage HS Auditorium. Ms. Waldrum, our Financial Aid Advisor, will share general information about financial aid and specific information about the FAFSA.

 

Access the September Scholarship bulletin here.  Many scholarships have early October deadlines!

Counselors are finishing Senior Meetings this week.  Seniors are encouraged to bring their completed senior info sheet and updated resumes to their meetings.  100% of our seniors will receive individual planning time with their counselor to accomplish necessary tasks for post high school transition.  Seniors do not need to sign up.  Counselors work with teachers to coordinate meeting time during class.

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

Sincerely, 

Jo Ellen Newhouse, Principal