Good Afternoon,
We have had such a great start to the school year. Classes are up and running, athletics and activities are in full swing, and the building is full of energy. It's a great time to be a Raider.
Homecoming
HHS Student Council has again planned an exciting week of events from September 16-21 including dress-up days, PowderPuff flag football, a pep Fest, and a dance. An FCA volleyball tournament, Marching Band field show, and Danceline performance are also planned for the week. Information will continue to be directly communicated to students via our daily announcements.
One change this year is with regard to the selection and recognition of student "royalty." What has not changed is that the HHS student body will elect student peers who will be recognized at the pep fest and football game, and they will also vote on a student to be honored with a crown. What is different is that student royalty will not be selected specifically by gender. They will be presented as individuals, and a single student will receive the final crown.
We are committed to an approach that is responsive, purposeful and informed. Our intent is to facilitate a process that is representative of all students at HHS, and to ensure balanced representation of students without requiring them to participate with a partner. This decision follows a multi-year review of our Homecoming practices and ongoing dialogue with our HHS student leaders and advisors. Student Council officers engaged in research that included soliciting feedback from a number of surrounding school districts to seek context and best practice.
Thanks in advance for your engagement in and support of a festive Homecoming 2024.
Picture Day
Students in grades 10-12 may have their school picture taken on September 18th. Cahill Studios will be on site and students will be dismissed from specific classes throughout the day to get their picture taken.
There will also be a retake day on October 15th for all grades.
College Fair - October 1
MEFs are college fairs held throughout the state at high schools and other venues. They are a result of the collaborative work of MACAC, public and private post-secondary schools, and high schools. College representatives from post-secondary schools (2 yr and 4 yr) throughout the Midwest and beyond. Ninety different colleges will be represented at our fair on Tuesday, October 1st. This event is for students in all grades. They will attend with their advisory class for approximately 45 minutes.
MACAC=Minnesota Association for College Admission Counseling
MEF=Minnesota Education Fair
Raider Connect Days - October 3 & 4
What is Raider Connect Time?
Raider Connect Time is a 2-day sequence that utilizes a block schedule to ‘dive deeper’ in classes and also allow for some flexible time during the school day to meet with teachers, work on projects, attend special events, etc.
What will Raider Connect Time look like?
Day 1: Hours 1, 3, 5, and 7
Day 2: Hours 2, Raider Connect Time, 4, 6
Click here to see a more detailed schedule
Students should first go to their advisory to check in and for attendance after period 2 of Fridays. They will then be directed to whom they should meet and/or the teacher(s) they need to work with.
What can I do during Raider Connect Time?
Students should first go to their advisory to check in and for attendance after period 2 of Fridays. They will then be directed to whom they should meet and/or the teacher(s) they need to work with. Here are some examples of options during the intervention period:
Complete missing work
Read, take notes, etc.
Take or retake an assessment (test, quiz, etc.)
Meet and work with a teacher
Stay and work in your advisory class, like a study hall
Help someone else with an assignment
Attend the 9th grade writing party in the writing center
Meet with a peer tutor (available in the career center)
Attend professional panels (when offered)
Attend large group presentations (when offered)
We will do an advisory activity to help you prioritize what to do during this time.
When will Raider Connect Time be happening?
October 3rd and 4th
November 7th and 8th
January 9th and 10th (prep for finals)
February 20th and 21st
April 24th and 25th
May 22nd and 23rd (prep for finals)
Students, we hope you take advantage of these days to be able to slow down and work on what YOU need to work on!
Parking and Pick up/Drop Off Update
Please visit the student office at the HS if you're looking to purchase a parking pass for the 2024-25 school year.
A reminder to students: We have reserved spaces for staff members located in our upper/south lot. These are marked with yellow striping. Students may park in the spaces with white striping.
For those who pick up or drop off students near the lower student entrance, please make sure to park/wait in the designated areas. In the afternoons, we encourage people to keep the loop clear as we load and unload our special transportation in that area. To help balance wait times, please consider utilizing the upper/south entrance for pick up and/or drop off.
Thank you for helping us create a safe environment for all.