This Week at Heritage High
May 20-24, 2024
Class Night 2024
The 290 members of the HHS Class of 2024 were awarded $3.1 million in college scholarships along with a myriad of academic awards and recognitions.
Baccalaureate Service
Peavine Baptist hosted the HHS Class of 2024 for their Baccalaureate Service on May 19th. Seniors heard messages from Nathan McCoy and Corbin Kinsey (HHS Class of 2014). Corbin is now a father of 5 and a pastor in Henderson, Nevada. The music by seniors and other HHS students was amazing!
Parents of Seniors
A graduation visitor's guide will be sent out through email with specifics about the graduation ceremony to be held on Thursday, May 23rd at 7:30 pm on Jeff Sims Field at Heritage Stadium.
Upcoming Events
Monday, May 20
- STATE Golf Tourney
- Senior Field Day
- Chromebook/charger/text book/media center book return
- 9th Grade Award's Day at 9:30 am in theater
- 10th Grade Award's Day at 12:15 pm in the theater
- 11th Grade Award's Day at 2:00 pm in the theater
- Track Banquet at 6:00 pm in the cafeteria
Tuesday, May 21
- Senior Final Exams 1st and 2nd block
- Senior Game Night from 6:00-11:00 pm
Wednesday, May 22
- Senior Final Exams 3rd and 4th block
- Senior Breakfast at 8:30 am followed by graduation practice until lunch
- College Athletic Commitment Ceremony at 2:30 pm
Thursday, May 23
- Final Exams 1st and 2nd block from 8:00 am to 11:15 am
- Graduation practice at 8:30 am
- Commencement Ceremony (Graduation) for HHS Class of 2024 at 7:30 pm on Jeff Sims Field
Friday, May 24
- Final Exams 3rd and 4th block from 8:00 am to 11:15 am
PLANNING AHEAD:
- Office Closed May 27
- Make Up Final Exams on May 28th at 8:30 am
Congratulations to Mrs. Jennifer Hamilton, Teacher of the Year!
Transcripts for Seniors
Seniors who are attending college, you MUST complete this form to get your official final high school transcript sent to your college! Click here to request a transcript.
Final Exams May 24 & 25
Final Exams will be held on May 23 and 24. Students may exempt their final exams based on their grade and attendance:
Exemption policy:
up to 3 unexcused absences with an A
up to 2 unexcused absences with a B
1 unexcused absence with a C
0 unexcused absences with a D
Senior Final exams are May 21 for 1st and 2nd and May 22 for 3rd and 4th.
Students may sign themselves out of school on final exam days with signed parent permission. Buses will run on a normal schedule for final exams. Students who are required to take final exams and are absent may make up their final exam on May 28th at 8:30 am.
Thursday, May 23
8:00-9:35 1st block final exam
9:40-11:15 2nd block final exam
11:15-12:10 lunch
Friday, May 24
8:00-9:35 3rd block final exam
9:40-11:15 4th block final exam
11:15-12:10 lunch
End of School Year Reminders
- Please pay cafeteria charges as soon as possible.
- Students will need to turn in textbooks, media center books, chromebook and charger this week or next week.
- Diplomas and report cards will be held until all obligations have been met.
Class Officers and SGA Representatives for 2024-25
Congratulations to the students who were selected by their peers as Class Officers and SGA Representatives for next school year!
Class of 2025
President - Lexi Berry
VP - Anderson Sasada
Secretary - Kampbell Moore
Treasurer - Ari Sloan
SGA Representatives - Reese Abercrombie, Anna Bradford, Ethan Bruce, Riley Case, Haley Grant, Brianna Heet, Kylee Holman, Caleigh Jackson, Maggie Meadows, Julia Petteys, Georgia Taylor and Gabe Watts
Class of 2026:
President - Landon Hoover
VP - Isaiah Dennis
Secretary - Kennidie Chapman
Treasurer - Tru Johnson
SGA Representatives - Grayson Brown, Hannah Bulmer, Molly Churchwell, Lydia Colquette, Hayden Fessenden, Madison Kelley, Brooklyn Kelly, Lilly Mize, Ruah Moon and Ceci Ward
Class of 2027:
President - McKenzie Boland
VP - Nerry Taboada
Secretary - Hannah Simpson
Treasurer - Karoline Chandler
SGA Representatives - Nicholas Anchondo, Kaiden Emahiser, Bryleigh Henderson, Lauren Holman, Miranda Torres, and Aubrey Walls
Credit Recovery
HHS students have the opportunity to recover credit for Math, Science, Social Studies and English classes during the summer in credit recovery. There are two options for students to recover credit for failed classes:
Credit Recovery Options:
1. In person at HHS from June 3-20 on Mondays through Thursdays from 8:30 am to 11:30 am. Bus transportation is available (click here to sign up). Students will work in small groups with a HHS teacher to recovery credit for an academic class (English, Math, Science or Social Studies) that the student failed. Contact your school counselor for more information. THIS IS OUR MOST SUCCESSFUL FORM OF CREDIT RECOVERY.
2. Online through HHS from June 3 - July 18. Students must attend orientation session on June 3rd at 8:30 am with Coach Chris Hight. Students will work online through Edmentum. Coach Hight will be available to answer emails/questions based on this calendar (click here). All assignments must be completed by July 18th. For questions about online credit recovery, email chight.hhs@catoosa.k12.ga.us.
Summer School
Students may take a class to get ahead and earn first time credit online during the summer through the Catoosa Online Academy. The cost is $400 per class. Click here to download an application.
Click here for more information including dates for summer school with COA.
Parents, We Need Your Help!
Heritage Parents,
One of the biggest needs for HHS is to find people willing to become bus drivers for Catoosa County Schools. Please help us to continue to get the word out so that we can find and train courteous, reliable, safe and professional bus drivers! We need you to spread the word! Please speak with your friends, family and neighbors to see if they may know of anyone interested in becoming a part of our outstanding team.
Ronnie Bradford
Principal, HHS
Catoosa County Public Schools
Why Drive with Us?
★ Earn $16.44/hour starting pay with no experience required.
★ More experience = more money! Earn up to $20.02 per hour with experience.
★ Enjoy PAID, in-house training to earn your CDL!
★ Excellent benefits include vision, dental, and medical, and retirement packages!
★ Relax on your time off during the summer months and holidays.
★ Choose from a variety of bonus hours driving for field trips and other school activities.
Apply today! Email Shawnee Cady at scady@catoosa.k12.ga.us or call 706.965.2913
Summer Reading List
We are excited to post the new Summer Reading lists for Honors and AP English. A guided summer reading program gives students a chance to build a much needed reading repertoire that will serve them in many ways throughout high school and into college. Learning to read and analyze a book independently is important to college success. Those who are planning to take AP Literature or Language will find that guided summer assignments provide the reading and writing edge students need to be successful on AP exams. Moreover, a summer reading program keeps students intellectually engaged so there is less of a learning lull before a new school year begins. To take full advantage of summer reading, students should join the Google Classroom assigned to their grade/class, choose books that appeal to them, and read thoughtfully and thoroughly in order to be successful in summer testing and during class discussions. Taking notes on the books will help students remember information for the tests. Lists, assignments, test dates, and due dates will be posted in Google Classroom. Please ask your teacher if you need further information or would like advice about a book to read.
Happy Reading
HHS English Department
Parent Survey for 2024-25 School Schedule
Catoosa County Schools is seeking parent input on a tied schedule for the 2024-25 school year which would affect school start time.
Yearbook Deadlines Coming Up
The deadline to order a yearbook is May 24! Get yours now to ensure you'll get a copy. Some extras will be available when the books arrive in August, but we have sold out of those extras for two years now. Don't get left out; order yours at jostensyearbooks.com. '
Also, we have a few spots still available for senior ads. If you would like to highlight your graduating student, fill out the form to reserve a spot, and you can send in payment to Mr. Peace or the front office this week. Google Form link: https://forms.gle/AQMxpaBBse5Hp2uNA
Countdown to Graduation for HHS Class of 2024
As graduation for the HHS Class of 2024 approaches, don't miss out on deadline or events leading up to the commencement ceremony on Thursday, May 23rd at 7:30 pm on Jeff Sims Field at Heritage Stadium!
Click here to see upcoming events.
Seniors should also check the Class of 2024 Google Classroom for additional information!
A Heartfelt Thank You from Mr. Bradford
Thank you to the students, faculty, staff, parents and the community for the surprise Jeep extreme makeover! Under my nose, everyone had been making donations for over a month to raise money for this amazing project. My 2008 Jeep was starting to looks its age with a leaking top, tread thin tires and a totally stock look to it. The makeover included a new top, lift kit with suspension, mud tires on new rims and a new sound system. Amazingly, everyone kept the secret and worked with my family to kidnap my ride for this makeover.
I am totally blown away and could not be more grateful to my Heritage Family for this amazing gift. Thank you for your kindness and love! Also, thank you for not adding pink flames to my Jeep!
Ronnie Bradford
Principal, HHS
Thank You For An Amazing School Year!
Contact Heritage High
Website: www.hhsgenerals.com
Location: 3960 Poplar Springs Road, Ringgold, GA, USA
Phone: (706) 937-6464
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Twitter: @HHSGenerals