Judges' Docket
Week of 10/30/22
JHHS Schedule For Virtual School Days
When school is closed due to inclement weather, all students will attend classes virtually unless notified otherwise. Below is the JHHS virtual day schedule. Mandatory virtual attendance is expected for all students. Teachers will post Google Meet codes in Canvas and students will be required to attend class during the scheduled assigned times. Attendance will be taken in PowerSchool for each block.
JHHS Clubs and Activities
Thanksgiving 2022
It is the time of year again where we come together as a school community to help our Handley Families for the Thanksgiving Holiday! We need your help!
1. Donate Food Items: See the SignUp Genius Link here
- Collections from October 31-November 20
- Students may drop off to Ms. Darlington in 1308 or Ms. White in 1314
- Students may also participate in our class advisory collections on 11/9 and 11/16
- Parents and community can drop to the Main Office ATTN: Darlington/White
2. Community Drive Thru Collection
- On Election Day 11/8 from 9 AM - 2 PM in the Handley Circle.
- Please let your friends, neighbors, churches, workplaces, etc. know!
- SGA Students will be in the circle to collect items!
3. Monetary Donations
- If your family or business would like to make a donation, we can provide a receipt!
- All donations will be used to purchase items we are unable to collect.
Your support is very much appreciated! We would NOT be able to do this without the support from our families in our community!! Please contact Kristen Darlington darlington@wps.k12.va.us and Cathy White poolec@wps.k12.va.us for more information.
Wrestling Begins
Senior Picture Makeup Day
Library News 📚
Check out our newest fiction books on this BOOKFLIX presentation created by our COE student, Tara. Come in and check one out!
The JHHS 2022-23 Reading Challenge
The JHHS Reading Challenge is a fun way to pick out your next great read, all year long! Adapted from the PopSugar 2022 reading challenge, our reading challenge bookmark offers a creative reading checklist to choose from. Can you check off the entire list this year?
Pick up your challenge bookmark at the library.
Use the JHHS 2022-23 Reading Challenge collection in Destiny Discover to explore book options.
Post your favorite reads in insta, and tag us @JHHSLibrary, use the hashtag #challengeaccepted.
Get your name on our Reading Challenge WALL OF FAME! Each time you check one off and finish a book, come to the library and tell us about it.
At the end of the year, all names submitted will go in a drawing for prizes.
Show Your Appreciation! Thanksgiving is coming and the library wants to help you appreciate those you are grateful for! Or simply give you a chance to make crafts! Come starting Tuesday Nov. 1st to the library in the mornings before 8:20am to make Thanksgiving gifts and crafts for those you appreciate or yourself! Below is the calendar of the activities that will be available during the month of November up until our Thanksgiving break. We hope to see you there!
Follow the library on Instagram @jhhslibrary!
PBIS Student Expectations
JHHS will begin a virtual rewards program for students during the month of October through the PBIS Rewards platform. This is very exciting news!! Students now earn reward points for demonstrating desired behaviors according to our Handley PRIDE expectations!!
Reminder to Parents
As the days get cooler, please remember that our building does not open its doors to students until 8:05 am.
Quarantine Classroom Guidelines
Students that are quarantined and have classes at John Handley High School will follow the John Handley High School bell schedule.
Students that are quarantined and take courses at the Emil & Grace Shihadeh Innovation Center will follow the Innovation Center bell schedule.
PTSO Updates!
PTSO - Paint Your Parking Space Event
SENIORS who have registered to Paint Your Parking Space: Check Your Email! You have been emailed instructions, a date for painting, and *maybe* some follow-up questions. Please reply to the email so we know you've received it! Don't see an email? Contact us at jhhspto@wps.k12.va.us.
ADULTS: We need a few volunteers during painting times to ensure that projects match approved designs and that the supplies are appropriate - plus just to be there as a resource for any students who might need some guidance. Painting is from 1:00pm to 4:00pm on 10/29, 10/30, and 11/6. Please click here if you're able to share a bit of time with us and/or if you're able to donate refreshments!
The Handley Parent Teacher Student Organization (the PTSO) works to strengthen relationships between families and faculty. We do this by sponsoring events, volunteering at school, and supporting our kids, teachers and staff.
Sign up for our monthly emails by clicking here. Whether you have an hour this year or more, we would love your support! Here is the new and improved Sign-Up Genius for other ways to get involved -- like volunteering at upcoming PBIS celebrations on 11/4 and 12/22 or the Parking Space Painting fundraiser :
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/805094AABAB22A0FE3-parking.
Email us at jhhspto@wps.k12.va.us for more information! Cash and check donations are accepted through the main office. Please be sure to leave us your name with your donation so we can send you a receipt and a thank you! Please help us spread the word that we could use a hand!
Seniors
We will be hosting a Student Speed Networking Event on November 16 from 11-1 at the Emil & Grace Shihadeh Innovation Center. This event will be for Handley seniors who are undecided about their next steps after graduation.
The goal of speed networking is to give students the chance to build confidence and an opportunity to meet local employers and find out about as many different careers as possible within a short amount of time. Students will rotate every 5 minutes through businesses/programs to learn who they are, what they do, and what opportunities are available.
We will be serving lunch after the rotations for additional networking time.
If you are interested in participating as a business, please register here.
If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to Sara Weinstein (weinsteins@wps.k12.va.us), Tosha Fradillada (fradilladan@wps.k12.va.us) or Katie Lockhart (lockhartk@wps.k12.va.us).
If you have senior related questions, please do not hesitate to email Ms. Dodge (dodgea@wps.k12.va.us) or Ms. Rodriguez (rodriguezc@wps.k12.va.us)
SCHOOL PICTURES ARE ONLINE NOW!
Student images are now online. Please be on the lookout for an email from Victor O'Neill Studios. If you do not see it in your inbox, check the spam/junk folder.
Any student who has not had a chance to order, it’s not too late!
Please visit: vosphoto.com/uc
use your student ID when prompted for the online code.
For questions regarding school pictures please email: underclass@vosphoto.com
Thank you!
Victor O'Neill Studios
English Club
Attend English Club on Wednesdays 3:15-4:15. Get help with your English work, prep for the Writing and Reading SOLs, get feedback and assistance with writing tasks (contests, applications), or spend time reading/writing and talking about your favorite books.
Mandatory 90 Minute Parent/Teen Driving Presentation
Students who are enrolled in Kinesiology 10 & Driver’s Education course must attend this STATE MANDATORY presentation with a parent or guardian to receive their Driver’s Education Certificate along with upholding a 70% in the classroom. This DEC-1 card allows the student to be eligible to take Behind- the-Wheel and fulfill Virginia licensing requirements.
This presentation will be available for any student or parent that is enrolled in the Driver’s Education class portion for KIN 10 on one of the following dates:
Wednesday, Jan. 25, 6:00 - 7:30 PM in Patsy Cline Theater
Thursday, Feb. 9, 6:00 - 7:30 PM in Patsy Cline Theater
If you have any questions please ask your KIN 10 student or email cole@wps.k12.va.us
Handley Athletics Department News
Physical Requirements
EACH school year, a NEW VHSL physical is required and must be dated after May 1, 2022 for participation in any 2022-20223 sport. You must also complete all athletic forms. All Athletic Forms are found online. Please visit www.Handleypride.org and click on the Activity Registration tab at the top of the page to get started.
Click here to view the Quick Start Guide for Families.
Check out the online store to get your JH gear for the new year!
https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/virginia/winchester/handley-high-school
Fall Sports Schedule 2022
Become a member of JAA
Our Mission:
The mission of the JAA is to provide financial support to the Handley athletic program and its student athletes. Specifically, the JAA awards scholarships to graduating Handley student-athletes and purchases equipment for uniforms for the athletic departments.
Become a Member and help the JAA’s continued commitment to and support of Handley Athletics and its Student-Athletes!
For your annual membership, click the code or contact us at judgesathleticassociation.com
Online Store!
Handley's online school store is located at https://www.handleypride.org/ where you can purchase school gear!
** General JHHS Information **
Please refer to the Student Resource Guide below for your Child's Administrator, Counselors, and Class Sponsors for the 2022/2023 school year
JHHS Student Tech Support Times
JHHS Lunch Menu
Free Internet Service for Eligible Families
Families can learn more by visiting this webpage. In short, we provide the promo code, and Comcast, ultimately, determines eligibility. School Social Workers will have the necessary information to provide assistance to a family who would like to apply.
Nurses Clinic
All seniors need the meningitis vaccine, please turn in your record of vaccine to the nurses clinic.
If your student would like to receive tylenol, ibuprofen or pepto bismol during the school year please send in an unopened bottle with their name and signed authorization form.
Any student requiring prescribed medication during school hours please complete the Student Medication Authorization. Form needs to be signed by the health care provider.
WPS Calendar
PowerSchool Parent Accounts
2022-23 Bus Stops
SchoolCash Online
Handley Parking Permit
Students are permitted to park on school premises as a matter of privilege, not of right. If you are going to be driving to school for the 2022 -2023 school year and parking in the Handley parking lot, you must obtain a parking permit. Visit the Handley Student Parking webpage for more information. High School Student Parking Pass Application (Spanish here)
You may only park in your assigned spot during school hours. If you fail to park in your spot, break any parking lot rules, and/or are chronically late to school, you may lose your privilege to park in the lot and anywhere on school property.