ENHS Parent -Teacher Conferences:
I would like to invite all ENHS parents to our in person Parent-Teacher Conferences on Tuesday, February 11, and Wednesday, February 12, from 4:30 - 8:00 p.m. Please also note that we will be dismissing students one hour early on both days. ENHS dismissal times for February 11 and February 12 will be at 2:20 p.m. The teachers will be in their classrooms again this semester; therefore, the school will provide a map for the parents to navigate the building.
During the evenings of the February Parent/Teacher Conferences, Counselors will also be available to answer questions regarding next year’s registration. Our counselors Ms. Dowd, Ms. Starman, Ms. Ayala and Ms. Wright will be positioned up front near the check-in process.
11th grade registration for senior year coursework is very important because the counselors completed a credit audit to make sure both students and parents understand credit deficiency and what is needed for graduation requirements. The junior audit covers credits needed for graduation, a discussion on possible majors and colleges of interest to the student, and the selection of classes for senior year.
Honor Roll Recognition and Wolf Within Recognition:
ENHS had 627 students with a GPA of 3.25 or higher for the 1st semester. During teacher advisory on Friday, January 24, students received academic certificates which served as a voucher for an ice cream sundae at lunch. All students on semester honor roll names are on display on the academic board in the main entrance and their names are scrolling on the monitors located in the hallways. If a student was recognized for second quarter only achievements, then they will receive a t-shirt for their accomplishments. Students with a GPA of 3.25 after the first quarter received their t-shirt in October and will receive ice cream for their continued success.
Sixty-eight were recognized by their teachers and were awarded the “Wolf Within” pin. These students demonstrated improvement in various areas. Congratulations to all recipients for working hard and striving to meet and exceed their goals. The Wolf Within recognition pin is a teacher nominated award.
Students need Routine and Balance: 3rd Quarter is historically where the slide happens
During these winter months, it is important to stay healthy by taking extra precautions with hand washing, being careful not to spread germs, and getting rest. At times, it will be paramount for parents to say- stay home, slow down and rest. When students want to “hang out every evening,” or constantly on the go, it might be time to balance their lives and activities for them. Research states that students should not work more than 15 hours a week because it negatively impacts their studies. Both parents and school encourage students to be connected and engaged in activities. We know that students who are engaged in multiple activities need balance in their lives and often do not get enough sleep.
Positive Behaviors that Impact Academic Success:
I would encourage our parents to log into PowerSchool and have conversations about goals and improving performance. Before Parent/Teacher conferences, parents can frame optimistic conversations with a plan for improvement. More directional approaches may help-direct your student to have a conversation with his/her teacher. Make staying after school or arriving before school- not an option but part of the new plan of study. Hold students accountable on Friday, rather than Sunday night for missing or late homework assignments.
Every freshmen student should utilize his/her agenda and write down when assignments and assessments are due. Organizing and verifying upcoming assignments is a skill that parents can help students with throughout the week.
Instead of ― Do you have homework tonight? Try asking your student to show you ― What assignments do you need to work on in order to be successful tomorrow and later in the week?
If your student has missed days of school, you may notice zeros, DND’s, or failing grades in PowerSchool. Please understand that this is our teachers’ way to encourage students to get caught up as soon as possible when they return. It also serves as a reminder for students and teachers that work is missing. Please encourage your students to meet individually with teachers if they miss school for any reason.
Practice ACT Results returned to 11th graders:
In order to prepare for the Statewide ACT testing on Tuesday, April 8, 2025. Your 11th grade student received the following information: his/her score sheet with correct/incorrect answers and information regarding the Naviance account to practice for the ACT tests.
Students will be encouraged to log into their Naviance account and work on practice ACT tests. The district will provide your student’s results and a goal setting sheet to work on improving their relative weaknesses.
The ACT is important for their future stories and we have an obligation as their high school to do whatever it takes to help them be successful on the test. ACT scores open doors to colleges, scholarships and opportunities.
The first obligation, which we fulfill daily, is providing a rigorous, relevant core curriculum. Research is clear that challenging, college-prep curriculum is the #1 indicator of college success and the best way to prepare for the ACT. However, test prep classes cannot replace what students do on a daily basis at ENHS. Ideally, all of our Juniors will use both approaches to achieve the highest scores possible.
Please discuss the practice score report and ACT prep with your Junior student in the coming days. I appreciate your support and encouragement. Your engagement in this process will help your students further see the importance.
Statewide ACT Testing for Juniors– April 8, 2025:
ENHS Juniors will be taking the ACT during the school day on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, as part of the state law and Nebraska Department of Education assessment protocol. Details regarding the testing schedule will be communicated at a later date. We believe the test will take 3.5 - 4.0 hours to complete, with time before and after to complete other paperwork. ENHS will dismiss school after the completion of the tests.
PRE-ACT Testing for 9th/10th Grade– April 8, 2025:
ENHS 9th & 10th graders will be engaged in a Pre ACT test that will take around 3 hours as well with front end documentation. The dismissal time with each grade level will be different depending on the amount of front end documentation.
NOTE: Senior students will not report to school on April 8, 2025.
If you would like to contact me to discuss concerns, ask questions or comment, please call me at 402.289.0322 or email me at dradicia@epsne.org
Take care, Dan
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