We're Hall Ears

Dear Hall Students and Families,

Welcome to our weekly newsletter, We're Hall Ears! The goal of this newsletter is to provide you with important updates, career and volunteer opportunities, celebrations of student achievements, and information on clubs and extracurricular activities. Use this as a way to learn about the many opportunities available to our Hall Students.

Want to see your club or event featured in this newsletter? Complete the Newsletter Feature Request form!

If you have any questions about the materials in this newsletter, reach out to Mr. Wallace (james_wallace@whps.org)

Join us for an in-school visit from the Hospital for Special Care, where you'll discover exciting volunteer opportunities that allow you to:

• Gain hands-on experience in healthcare
• Build meaningful skills for your future
• Potentially earn school credit

Representatives from the Hospital for Special Care will be available in the Cafeteria this Friday, 2/7, from 10:30am to 1:00pm!

The Translation Club is hosting Multicultural Night next Wednesday, 2/12 from 6pm to 8pm in the Hall Cafeteria. There will be free food, performances, and fun cultural activities. Volunteers are needed for the event! They are looking for performers, booth attendants, and more. Sign up using this Google Form.

A representative from the U.S. Army will be in the Cafeteria this Thursday, 2/6, Period 4 - Period 7. Use this as an opportunity to learn more about the U.S. Army, and answer any questions you might have about the post-grad opportunities available to you.

Attention Hall Students! Captain Joel Fulsang is Connecticut's Army National Guard Cyber Operations Officer. He and some his team members will be joining us at hall on Tuesday, 3/18, from 10am to 2pm to help you learn more about Cybersecurity. Registration is required for this visit, and space is limited! Register here!

The Fund for the Common Good is now accepting applications. Read more about the fund and the application process below!

What is the Fund for the Common Good?

• Each year, through an educational grants process, students are invited to consider the common good and develop a project in support of the concept.
• Typical considerations might be access to healthy foods and safe water; racial, religious, socio/economic, ethnic equity; environmental preservation; or affordable housing.
• Any approved group of two or more Hall students may submit a project proposal. If the proposal is accepted by the Student Committee, the Fund covers project costs. Then, the group undertakes the project and, upon completion, submits a report that is filed in a public archive.
  
  

Take advantage of this opportunity to fund projects that make a difference in your community! Reach to Mr. Wallace (james_wallace@whps.org)with any questions.

There are dozens of brand new and returning clubs this school year. You can check out our 2024/2025 Club Booklet for a full list. Here are some highlights of clubs you can join at Hall!

• Circle of Friends: HOSA, Circle of Friends (CoF) is a social experience that provides valuable support to students with special needs. Circle of Friends establishes friendships between students impacted by disability or adversity, and their non-disable peers in a meaningful and impactful environment.
• Humane Project: The goal of the Hall Humane Project club is to raise money for local animal shelters through fundraising efforts. We also hold supply drives for things like blankets, food, and toys! Club members build teamwork and cooperation skills, while learning about the significance of charitable efforts.
• Literature Club: If you love reading and writing poetry, and you want a place to share your work and meet new friends, then Hall's Literature Club might be a great fit for you! The Literature Club meets every Friday in room A214. Just show up to a meeting if you are interested in joining!
  

Joining a club is an incredible way to get more involved in your Hall community! See the 2024/2025 Club Booklet, or visit Mr. Wallace in the Career Center for more information on starting or joining a club.

Congratulations to Hall's Director of Orchestras, Emmett Drake, on being named the Connecticut Outstanding Music Educator by NFHS!

Stay tuned for more issues of We're Hall Ears every Monday! If you would like your club or club event to be featured in the newsletter, please send a brief description of your request to Mr. Wallace (james_wallace@whps.org).

Warm regards,
James Wallace
Student Activities Coordinator