Hello Everyone,

Just a friendly reminder that classes begin at 9:15 AM. We understand that the car rider line can get long, especially on rainy or cold mornings, but please plan ahead to ensure your student arrives on time. Being in class and ready to learn at the start of the day sets them up for success. Thank you for your help!

Our school musical, High School Musical Jr., wouldn’t be possible without the incredible dedication of so many people! From parents who provided rides to practices, to those who helped with sets and behind-the-scenes work, to our amazing student performers—thank you! A special shoutout to Mrs. Cindy Johnson and our music department for their leadership and hard work in bringing this production to life.

Enjoy the well-deserved three-day weekend—rest up and recharge!

Janie Ulmer

Principal

FFA members went to the District V convention to compete in a variety of competitions. We had some HIJH FFA members attend the event with us and bring home some hardware. We are so proud of them for stepping out of their comfort zones and trying something new!

Results:

1st Place Discovery Extemporaneous Public Speaking: Shreyansh Bodla

2nd Place Discovery Prepared Public Speaking: Vivian Henry

3rd Place Discovery Quiz Bowl: Lily Riser, Maizie Thieme, Shreyansh Bodla , Gursahib Singh

3rd Place Discovery Extemporaneous Public Speaking: Gursahib Singh

Also representing HSE FFA was Tatum Sepik who participated in Discovery Creed Speaking

C’mon Wildcats!

We have four shows of High School Musical, Jr. this Friday and Saturday, 3/7-8!

Friday’s 4:30 show is General Admission (student pickup is 6pm at Door #1).

Reserved seating is available at all other shows:

Friday, 7:30pm

Saturday, 2:30pm

Saturday 7:30pm

Tickets can be purchased with check or cash at all HIJH lunches this week or at the door!

Tickets with a credit card or Apple Pay can be made online at our website: our.show/hijhmusicals

(Online payment fees may apply) or by scanning the QR code below.

Enjoy the show!

The Student Council has learned of a school in Altadena, California that sadly has burned to the ground; The Odyssey School. Staff and administrators are currently trying to figure out a plan for their students to attend school until they can rebuild. The Student Council has decided to partner with this worthy cause. We will be selling "Rekindling Hope" t-shirts for The Odyssey School during lunch for just $15. All profits from this fundraiser will go directly to The Odyssey School to help in their rebuilding efforts.

T-shirts will be delivered to homeroom and RISE teachers as they are filled. Sales will run now through March 15th.

HIJH Odyssey Rekindling Hope Apparel 2025 | T&T Promotions | powered by OrderMyGearLinks to an external site.

Thank you for your continued support. Our Coffee cart has been a huge success, we appreciate all of your donations. If you would like to donate items from the list below, please drop them off at the front office.

March 12 - Author Visit Updates

• All 5th and 6th graders will have an opportunity to hear Varian Johnson speak in the afternoon on March 12. 7th and 8th graders who filled out the interest form for the writing workshop will have priority to attend that next Wednesday as well.
• We have a pre-order form available in the library, on Canvas, and on Parent Square if a student wants to pre-order any of Varian Johnson’s middle school geared books through us for him to sign during his visit. There is a limited quantity. More details on the form. Students can also bring in a book from home by Varian Johnson for him to sign during his visit. Books from home by the author need to be dropped off before March 12 to Mrs. Boudreau.
• Varian Johnson is also visiting FCI and Hamilton East Public Library while in the area. If you are interested in hearing him speak at HEPL, there is more information on HEPL’s site here.
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Young Hoosier Book Program

Each year the Young Hoosier Book Award committee selects 20 books in different age ranges to nominate for our state book award. Each year any student (or adult) who reads some of the YHBA books that year can vote and help decide which book and author get the state book award that year! HIJH Library has several of these titles and provides programming and prizes throughout the year to support this statewide reading program. We’ve had several students participate in this program so far, and there is still time! Final log submissions will be due in the second half of April once the voting/celebration event date is set for HIJH.

Panther Fest is the PTO's night of fun for all current HIJH 5th & 6th graders on Friday, March 28th from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm. This is a drop-off event; parents/guardians may only attend if they have signed up to volunteer. Registration includes admission to Panther Fest and unlimited access to all games and activities. Concessions will be sold the night of the event and will cost extra. Items available for purchase include Chick-fil-A sandwiches, Pizza and assorted candy and drinks. Concessions items will range in price from $6 to $1. Payment accepted will be CASH or CARD.

• Early registration is $20 and runs until TUESDAY, March 25th at 9pm.

• Registration on WEDNESDAY, March 26th will be $25. All students registered by 9pm on THURSDAY, March 27th will receive a wristband in class on Friday morning.

• Anyone registered after this time will need to register via a separate "Day of Registration Link" that will be posted on Friday morning.

• Walk in registration on Friday, March 28th is available for $25 and with a signed waiver from a guardian.

  Drop off: 6:30pm

  Pick up: 8:30pm

  5th Grade Students Door 1/Main Entrance

  6th Grade Students Door 16/Bus Lot Entrance

• This event is limited to current HIJH 5th & 6th graders.

• No outside food or drinks permitted.

• There is not a nurse on duty. Please let the HIJH PTO know if your student has any medical concerns that we need to be aware of.

• This is a PTO fundraising event. No refunds for registration will be given.

Link to Volunteer:

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C084CA9A82DAAFE3-53328762-pantherfest

Link to Purchase Wristbands:

https://panther-fest-2025.cheddarup.com

March Dine to Donate

The Food Florist

Thursday, March 27th

The Food Florist offers scratch meals sourced from fresh, organic and local products. No shopping, no chopping, one pan from freezer to oven and dinner is done. Individual and family size servings perfect for a busy weeknight when sports have you in 100 directions. Stock up for spring break. No pre-purchase necessary!

The truck will be parked in the HIJH parking lot from 4pm-6pm. Just drive by, pick your selections, pay and go! Tell your neighbors and friends. Each purchase helps earn our PTO money back.

Questions: hijhpto@gmail.com

Amazon Link for RISE Games

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/IQP6W4ONNSVL?ref_=wl_share

HIJH PTO Board

hijhpto@gmail.com

hijhpto.wordpress.com

Some of the dangers of energy drinks include:

• Dehydration (not enough water in your body).
• Heart complications (such as irregular heartbeat and heart failure).
• Anxiety (feeling nervous and jittery).

• Insomnia (inability to sleep).

• High blood pressure

• Potential for addiction with regular use

  
  

More resources here:

https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/wellness-and-prevention/energy-drinks-and-kids

https://www.cdc.gov/school-nutrition/energy-drinks/index.html

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dAPgOUoOe9k

This video 5:58-9:50 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LH2qNZtxqMU

Rethink Your Energy Drink: Beware of Extreme Caffeine

• Fever of 100.4 should stay home for 24 hours and remain home until fever is normal without the use of medication.
• Vomiting should stay home for 24 hours and remain home until vomit free without help of medication.
• Diarrhea should stay home for 24 hours and remain home until diarrhea free without use of medication.

Any injuries that need restrictions from a doctor, please let us know. We are happy to allow students to use elevator and to have a book carrier with a doctor's note showing the restrictions.

It may be beneficial to give your student a pain reliever an hour BEFORE getting braces tightened. It helps keep the pain down and makes their day easier when returning to school.

The Fishers HS Girls Soccer team would like to invite all players interested in trying out this fall to our callout meeting that will take place at Fishers High School on Tuesday March 18 from 6:00-7:30 pm in the cafeteria.

All incoming freshmen through seniors who intend on trying out in August are encouraged to attend as are their parents. We will be sharing all the information about the program that you will need to know, and answering any questions you may have.

We look forward to seeing you and if you have any questions, please feel free to contact head coach Harold Spooner at hspooner@hse.k12.in.us

https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=PkZ4tvvZX0eBU43PqJYEfQJDrP3aXbVMkdIrr69iGBxUMEtITjkwVzhNVjdDSkUzSjBJQ1cwV01FUC4u. This is a link for 7/8 parents to fill out for an upcoming group opportunity. The group is called Panther Peers, which will focus on healthy relationships/friendships. This group will be held one day a week during RISE. If you should have any questions, please feel free to email me at scampbell@hse.k12.in.us

Causes of Test Anxiety:

Some reasons students experience test anxiety can be high expectations, perfectionism, lack of preparation, fear of failure, poor study habits, or a have predisposition to anxiety. A history of poor test taking can cause a negative attitude towards tests, which can also increase anxiety. Test anxiety is pretty common. Feeling nervous or anxious are normal reactions to stress.

If your child is withdrawing from Hamilton Southeastern Intermediate/Junior High School, please notify the Counseling Department at least two days in advance of your child’s last day. Withdrawal forms must be signed by the parent/guardian.

New this year, we are collecting gently used Panther spirit wear to give to students in need or that move to our school during the year and want something. Please contact Mr. McCord at gmccord@hse.k12.in.us if you are interested in receiving items or have items to donate.

Fishers Youth Assistance Program (FYAP) offers a free weekend snack program for any student attending Hamilton Southeastern Schools who qualifies for the reduced lunch program or has an increased need currently. Snacks are delivered to schools each week and sent home with students. To be part of this free program, you must sign up your family online at https://forms.gle/ZDZ4mtJ2sXoaRRRx6.

Northview Fishers has a mobile food pantry to serve the Fishers community. Some items available are meat, milk, fresh bakery items, fresh produce, pharmacy, and hygiene products. This resource is available to ANYONE. More information and dates are available at mobilepantry.info.

The 21st Century Scholars program helps eligible students who meet certain high school requirements attend college for free, https://learnmoreindiana.org/scholars/enroll/.

Safe Sitter Training is designed to prepare students in grades 6-8 to be safe when they're home alone, watching younger siblings, or babysitting. The instructor-led class is filled with fun games and role-playing exercises. Students even get to use manikins to practice rescue skills like choking rescue and CPR!

Register for a 1-day class. Choose from the dates below:

• April 6
• June 8
• July 13
• August 3
• October 5
• December 7

12 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the Carmel Fire Department

Registration is $75. Pre-registration is required at least one week in advance. To register, call 317-840-0316 or email jrutherford@carmel.in.gov. Register early as classes fill quickly!

Call: Justin Rutherford 317-840-0316

Please note: Orange Chicken w/Fried Rice and a Fortune Cookie will NOT be served on the Global Meal Day.

Menus for all schools can be found on the hseschools.org under the Services tab.

Select Food Service and then select Menus 2024-2025.

HIJH is recognized as one of the official charter schools for the national academic organization known as National Junior Honor Society. Students are eligible to apply based on the GPA calculation after Semester 1 of 7th grade. A GPA of 3.67 is required to apply.

Invitations are sent to students' email if they are eligible to apply. Students are also notified via email if their application and essay has been approved by the Faculty Council. The process can take two to three weeks for all applications to be reviewed. Not all applicants are accepted, and several may be given a chance to re-write their essay. If approved, a Canvas page is created to help with information and tracking community service.

By April of their 8th grade year, candidates must maintain a 3.5 or higher GPA, complete 50 hours of community service, and show good character to be formally inducted in May of their 8th grade year. Please note that participation in NJHS is not required for qualification to NHS at high schools.

Induction: May of the 8th grade year.

Help us in recognizing and appreciating our talented, hard-working, and dedicated employees by submitting a R.A.V.E. (Recognizing All Valuable Employees) Review. All HSE staff members are eligible for nomination and may be recognized multiple times. To submit a R.A.V.E. Review, click here to fill out a quick and easy online form and share why the individual is a 5-Star employee.

Recipients will receive a R.A.V.E. Review window cling to proudly display their nomination in their workspace, a certificate and letter of recognition with their review. Each month, one R.A.V.E. Review recipient will be selected at random by the Hamilton Southeastern Education Foundation for a $100 gift card. Thank you for your support!

12278 Cyntheanne Road, Fishers, IN, USA

Main Line: 317-594-4120

Attendance: 317-594-4126

Counseling: 317-594-4124

Fax: 317-594-4129

Website: https://hij.hseschools.org

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