We have concluded the first week of the new semester. Within the structure of the block schedule, this is an opportunity for new classes for students, which creates new experiences, new social dynamics, and new academic opportunities. It also provides an opportunity to reset expectations, reiterate rules, and create ownership and accountability. On Thursday, February 1st, we held a curriculum fair designed to provide some exposure to all the opportunities that exist as students in grades 9 through 11 begin to look at selecting courses for next year.

Report cards for the second marking period are now available in Power School.

SAVE THE DATE: THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 15, 2024.

This year, our second semester, Back To School Night, will have a different flavor than in previous years. On February 15, 2024, we will host an open house-style event that will provide families a chance to visit teachers and gain exposure to all the courses and content coverage available in each department. The course selection window closes on Wednesday, February 21, 2024. Students and Parents/Guardians should attend! This new approach allows families with multiple children at the high school to visit simultaneously.

The night will include opportunities to speak with guidance counselors and visit with representatives from the EASTERN Center. The event will allow families to meet with teachers in a department-style setting while being exposed to the content options available.

Black History Month is an annual celebration of achievements by African Americans and a time for recognizing their central role in U.S. history. Since 1976, every U.S. president has officially designated the month of February as Black History Month. Other countries around the world, including Canada and the United Kingdom, also devote a month to celebrating Black history. We are looking forward to our Black History Month Concert featuring special guest Michelle Johnson, who was commissioned to work with our choirs during the month of February. Thanks to the Hatboro-Horsham Education Foundation who helped make this a reality.

Being on time for school is critical for student success. Students who are on time have time to mentally get settled and prepared for their day and get the benefit of all the content of their first-period class. The first period BEGINS at 7:30 am. This means that students must be in the classroom at that time. The bell rings at 7:20, 7:25, and 7:28, giving them 10 minutes, 5 minutes, and a warning bell at 2 minutes to get to first-period class. Arriving at the building at 7:30 am means a student is tardy. Students who have 3 unexcused tardies to school will be issued a final warning, and email communication will be sent home. The 4th unexcused tardy and beyond will result in further consequences for EACH unexcused tardy accumulated. Thank you for being so helpful as we work to provide a smooth start to our day for teachers and students.

Grades 9-11 Course Selection for 2024-2025 School Year

Course selection is a critical step in the academic planning process. Hatboro-Horsham HS believes that accepting responsibility for decisions is an integral part of the educational and learning process. Course selection should be completed thoughtfully and carefully after realistic self-evaluation and considerable dialogue with teachers, counselors, and parents/guardians. We hope that in streamlining this guide, your child will be able to make informed course selection decisions based on career paths and interests.

This past Thursday (February 1) we had a building wide Curriculum Crawl. It was an opportunity for students in grades 9-11 to see all of the courses available at the high school, as we begin the course selection window.

Families can find the course selection guide here - https://www.hatboro-horsham.org/Page/768

I. Students will complete course selection between February 5 – February 21. Students will utilize the ClassChoice program to complete their selections. An email with more information will be sent to students.

II. Each student will have an individual meeting with their counselor regarding their course selections. Information for counselor meetings will be emailed to students in February. If the selections have been carefully made, changes should not be necessary, except in unusual situations. If a student wishes to request a change, they must meet with the school counselor before the deadline for changes to course selections - that date is March 22, 2024. Students should make selections in the Feb 5-21 window.

Student choices will be made available for families to view through PowerSchool. Families will receive an email alert in March that provides access. We cannot stress enough the importance of carefully considering and selecting courses during this time. The ability to drop and replace courses after April 2024 is extremely limited.

Save the date for two great events in March! Students and families can learn more about post-secondary education, employment options, and ways to strengthen their resume and skill sets. Mark your calendar!

Additionally, if you know any businesses or service organizations looking to connect with high school students for employment or volunteer opportunities, please reach out to Meghann Townsend at mtownsen@hhsd.org.

Open House at Eastern Center for Arts and Technology (EASTERN) in Willow Grove is Sunday, March 3, 2024, from 1:00 pm – 3:30 p.m. This is an excellent opportunity for the families of high school students to see how EASTERN can give students a competitive edge in college or in a specialized career program. The Open House also offers an opportunity to hear from EASTERN instructors on the business environment that complements students’ high school academics. Many special activities in EASTERN’s career programs are scheduled, and there will college, industry, and military representatives on hand.

The EASTERN Center is on 3075 Terwood Road, Willow Grove, PA 19090.

Red & Black Week begins March 4th - March 8th.

Last names A through K - Black Team (Generals Kali Fullmer and Sarah Boland)

Last names L through Z - Red Team (Generals Alyssa Tooley and Stephen Plefka)

Sign-ups for Red and Black Teams are open now. T-shirts can be purchased using the link or QR code found in the photo here.

*CHECK OUT THE RED & BLACK PROMO VIDEO BELOW*

SENIOR BABY PICTURES

Oh baby! Calling all senior parents. Submit one baby photo of your graduate to be feature in this year’s yearbook! this is a free opportunity to feature your baby, all grown up! Submissions are due to lnash@hhsd.org , or directly to the link below by February 12, 2024. Google Photo Link: https://photos.app.goo.gl/jy4gdSfhndcw53WB8

PRINCESS BREAKFAST FUNDRAISER

On February 10th, join us for a magical afternoon with the princesses, crafts, food, and fun! Visit https://8th-annual-princess-breakfast-2024.cheddarup.com to purchase your tickets in advance for an event you don’t want to miss. $20 per child, adults and children under 2 are free. Child(ren) must be accompanied by an adult. Questions? Please contact yearbook adviser Lauren Nash at lnash@hhsd.org.

Red and Black Raffle Basket Ticket Sale

Please support the HSA Fundraising for Post Prom & Scholarships by purchasing a $5.00 raffle ticket! Winners will be called at Red & Black Gym Night - Raffle tickets will be on sale until 3/7/24.https://2023-red-black-raffle-tickets-copy-34429.cheddarup.com.

Home and School Association Meetings

Join us for our next HSA meeting on Wednesday February 21st at 7 pm in Room D108 (across from the auditorium). We will be discussing Red and Black snack stand, Post Prom and the Staff Appreciation Luncheon. Hope to see you there!

Post Prom Business Sponsors Needed!

Do you own a business or know someone who does? We are seeking sponsors for our Post Prom Event! Sponsorship levels start at $100 and offer a great way to advertise with the HHHS community. Please check out more information here: https://hhhs-community-corporate-fundraising-initiative-copy.cheddarup.com.

HH now offers Unified Sports as an option for students. It is a great opportunity for students who might not normally get involved in sports to do so in a way that does NOT include the high stakes and pressure of varsity and junior varsity competition. Please take a look at the attached document for more information!

*If interested you can sign up using the QR code on the flyer to the left.

The HHHS Swim and Dive Team is selling Barbie-Inspired Hatters shirts. Shirts will be available to pick up at the high school in March.

https://kampusklothes.chipply.com/hhswimteamwintersale24/store.aspx?eid=269245

Come join us for a great night out of support for the Hatboro-Horsham Education Foundation. The Hatters Hold 'Em Casino Night on March 15th at The Fuge in Warminster. Check out the flyer! 100% of the proceeds raised help to benefit the students at HHSD!.

Website: https://www.hatboro-horsham.org/
Location: 899 Horsham Road, Horsham, PA, USA
Phone: 215.420.5501