Hilhi Happenings
Boletín informativo para familias de la Preparatoria: Hilhi.
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November 13/13 de Noviembre del 2023
Message from the Principal
Dear Hilhi Families,
Quarter one is finished! Your students worked hard to finish the term, and teachers spent a lot of time grading their work. Grades are now available for viewing in ParentVue and StudentVue. We will not be mailing paper copies home, but if you need help accessing your child's grades, please give us a call or come to parent conferences.
Next week we are looking forward to connecting with you at parent conferences. You have multiple opportunities to meet with teachers and hear about your child's progress:
- Monday, November 20, from 4:30-8:00 in person in the Cafeteria/Commons - no appointment needed. All teachers will be available for individual meetings.
- Tuesday, November 21, 8:00am-6:00pm - make an in person or virtual appointment with individual teachers (see individual messages for scheduling links)
- Tuesday, November 21, 6:00-8:00 - targeted families will be invited to meet with all of their child's teachers, either in person or virtually. Teachers will also use this time to reach out to families who have yet to connect.
Partnering with families is a key strategy for student success. Please take time to review your student's grades and connect with teachers as needed. We look forward to partnering with you!
Winter sports begin practice today! Soon we'll be cheering our on our swimmers, wrestlers and basketball players. If your child is interested in one of these sports, please have them stop by the athletic office as soon as possible to get details. Go Sparts!
I look forward to seeing many of you next week at fall conferences.
My Best,
Cary Meier
Principal
IB News
Did your student register for IB Exams? If so, you received a confirmation email last week that requires your attention!
Any registration errors must be corrected by 11/15; after that, changes cost $150.
Please email Ashley Clemens, IB Coordinator, with any questions: clemensa@hsd.k12.or.usAthletics
Congratulations to Solomon Ransom who took 3rd place in the Oregon Cheerleading Coaches Association All State competition. Charlotte Aguillar also made it to the All State competition.
Congratulations to Girls’ Soccer Coach Miyama and Football Coach Shuff for being named NWOC Coaches of the Year.
Congratulations to NWOC All League Performers:
Volleyball: Kalena Kekahuna (2nd Team), Jessica Ramirez Mata (HM)
Boys’ Soccer: Devean Zavala (2nd Team, Damian Guzman (HM), Alex Gutierrez (HM), Kevin Jimenez (HM)
Girls’ Soccer: Diana Correa (1st Team), Natasha Freimuth (2nd Team), Jeslene Gonzalez (2nd Team), Braxtyn Ellis (2nd Team), Cynthia Guevara (HM), Naida Vasquez (HM)
Cross Country: Regis Bristol (2nd Team) Mia Rosatti (HM)
Football- Co-Defensive Player of the Year - Preston Echeverria. Preston Echeverria (1st Team O and D), Greg Wallace (1st team O and HM D), Asante Mims (2nd Team), James Blackwell (2nd Team), Isaiah Henderson (2nd Team), Dylan Ott (2nd Team), Preston Doran (HM), NRobinson (1st Team), Nolan Godsey (HM), Braiden McCann (HM), Matt Salzman (HM), Andrew Morato, Calvin Perkins (HM), Skyler Salzman (HM) and Ran Leclair (HM).
Congratulations to All Conference Water Polo Performers: Boys: Caleb Stephen (1st Team), Collier Robnson (1st Team), Carson Bell (2nd Team), Wyatt Spangler (3rd Team), Tanner Dickinson (3rd Team), Joshua Nielsen (3rd Team) Girls: Larkin Nielsen (1st Team), Braelyn Hutton (1st Team), Kori Foster (2nd Team), Kate medina (2nd Team), Lindsey Dickinson (HM).
Athletes of the Month for October: Kalena Kekahuna and James Blackwell
HSD Family Engagement
2023-2024 Family Engagement Calendar: Please see the upcoming PAC and Family Engagement Dates.
- Native American and Alaska Native PAC Meeting November 15, HSD Administration Center Board Room, 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm, Dinner at 6:00 pm
- Asian Pacific Islander Family Engagement Community Session November 16, R.A. Brown MS, 5:00-7:00 pm. Please invite all your families and students who identify as Asian and Pacific Islander. Flyer
9th grade support
HHS 9th Grade Level Team meets weekly to focus primarily on attendance and students’ individual barriers to improve their attendance to school and their classes. We follow the guidelines and research from the Chicago University to support our students to stay On Track for their High School Graduation since their Freshman year. Here is an interesting article on this topic: Why does attendance matter in High School?
If your student will be absent due to illness, a medical appointment, or any other reason, please call Mrs. Nuria Pence our attendance secretary or leave a message in our attendance line 503.844.1990.
Our 9th Grade Level Team is here to serve you and your students. If you have any questions or need support, please feel free to reach out to us!
MariaEugenia Olivar, Vice-Principal 9th grade
olivarm@hsd.k12.or.usNoemi Canales, Graduation Coach
canalesn@hsd.k12.or.usAlejandra Lopez Sanchez, Graduation Coach
Nuria Pence, Attendance Secretary
pencen@hsd.k12.or.us
Attendance Line: 503.844.1990Marla Lyle, School Counselor (Last names A-G)
lylem@hsd.k12.or.usRalph Medina, School Counselor (Last names H-P)
medinar@hsd.k12.or.usAnita Siller, School Counselor (Last names Q-Z)
sillera@hsd.k12.or.us
College & Career News
Juniors - Career Related Learning Experience Opportunities (Open to all Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors)
Juniors - remember you need to complete a CRLE this year for part of your career development credit.
The Washington County Chamber of Commerce has just released its most recent events - use this link or come to the College and Career Center to register
Here are events that are left in the month of November:
Immigration Attorney and Paralegal - Tues. Nov. 14, 11:00 to 1:00 PM
Location: Virtual (Zoom) or Chamber Classroom
Recycling Sciences - Wed. Nov 15th 10:00a-11:15a Location: Virtual (Zoom)
Tattoo Artist - Wed. Nov. 29th, 1:00-3:00P Location: Virtual (Zoom) or Chamber Classroom
Application Events
The next couple of months we are offering a number of college application events for seniors. Here is a brief description of each and links to register. This information is also found in the Class of 2024 Google Classroom:
Duck Express November 15 - Application Workshop to help and review your U of O application with the person who decides if you get in!
They will review your essay, etc. If you get your application done at the event - you find out you U of O decision early! Help also available for STAMP essays and Honors College Admissions. Student Sign Up Link Here
OSU VIP December 7- Find out early that you are accepted to OSU! SWAG and food - a fun event.
You must apply to OSU at least 3 days before the event.Early action students can also sign up for this event Limited slots so sign up now! Student Sign Up Link Here
PCC/Oregon Promise Workshops November/December - Complete your PCC and Oregon Promise Applications in November and December with the College and Career Center Staff. Student Sign Up Link Here
Scholarships
Seniors - Looking for scholarships for education after high school. There are many scholarship search engines that can be helpful. (www.Fastweb.com, www.Scholarships.com, www.scholarshipsamerica.com)
The College and Career Center keeps a database of scholarships that we know about; check out the 2023-24 HHS Scholarship List (linked here) to see many national, regional, and local scholarship opportunities. This list is updated weekly. This link is also in the class of 2024 Google Classroom.
Check on a consistent basis see scholarships that are currently open and scholarships that will open throughout the school year
Seniors! OSAC Scholarship Application is Open!
The OSAC Scholarship Application provides current and future Oregon students one easy application to apply for multiple scholarships at one time. OSAC awards more than $10 million in scholarships annually through more than 600 scholarships. See a list curated by the College and Career Center for Hilhi Students here
Deadlines:
Opens November 1st
February 15, 5pm PST: Early Bird Deadline. Error-free applications will be entered into a drawing for one of several $1,000 Early Bird scholarships.
April 1, 5pm PST: Final Deadline.
Paying for College/Community College/Trade Schools - What is Financial Aid? When do I apply for Financial Aid this year?
Students and their families should complete either the FAFSA or ORSAA to be eligible for federal, state and college/university aid.
The Free Application for Student Aid or FAFSA is the form for US Citizens and Eligible Non Citizens. The completion of this form opens the opportunity for students and their families to receive financial aid from both the federal government and the state government along with college and university aid - This can be a great first step in paying for college - grants and work study.
The Oregon Student Aid Application or ORSAA is the form for Oregon residents who have undocumented status, Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) status, and/or Temporary Protected Status (TPS). Though students will not be eligible for federal government aid (information from the ORSAA is not shared with the federal government), they are eligible for Oregon State aid and college and university aid.
Both student aid applications will open in December 2023. This is a change from the traditional October 1 opening. Both the FAFSA and ORSAA applications are going through an extensive revision to make the forms easier to complete (down to just over 40 questions from over 100 questions in previous years).
Students and families can register for accounts now (FAFSA registration ORSAA Registration) and be ready to apply in December
All students and their families considering education after high school (college, university, community college, trade schools) should fill out either the FAFSA or ORSAA as soon as possible when it opens in December.
Not sure which form to fill out for your situation? - check here
Questions about next steps after high school or need help please email Tim Kasper at kaspert@hsd.k12.or.us
Dates to Know/Fechas para marcar en sus calendarios
November 20-24 - No School - Staff Development, Conferences & Thanksgiving Holiday
December 18-January 1, 2024 - Winter Break, No School
January 2, 2024 - School resumes
January 15 - No School, MLK Jr. Day
January 31 - Last day of Semester 1
February 1 & 2 - No School, End of Semester Grading & Prep
Thursday, June 6, 2024 - Graduation @7:00p.m. Hillsboro Stadium
See the calendar on our website for updated events.
2024 Grad Party
The 2024 Graduation Party Committee is busy planning fundraisers to throw an epic all-night grad party! We could use your help to make this year a success.
Contact us at:
https://sites.google.com/view/hilhigradnight/home
Facebook: Hilhi Class of 2024
All School Upcoming Events:
Saturday December 2nd - Hilhi Holiday Bazaar
Saturday December 2nd to January 10th - Clothing and Textile Drive
