Judges' Docket
Week of 02/06/2023
National Counseling Week - February 6 through February 10
Pictured here are from l-r: Jennifer Forte (Director of Counseling), Natosha Fradillada (R-Z), Chyanna Jones (K-Q), Freshman Class President and winner of the weekly attendance challenge this week, Gabriella Middelhof, Lara Maquera (A-De), and Scott Valyear (Df-J)
Trend among students: Vaping
Parents/Guardians: We want to make you aware of a trend we are seeing surface among students.
What is vaping? Vaping is the act of inhaling a vapor produced by an electric vaporizer or e-cigarette. The vapor can contain nicotine and other substances. Vapes and e-cigarettes can contain harmful or potentially harmful chemicals. We take this issue very seriously due to the negative health effects vaping can have on our students.
At John Handley High School, there are consequences for vaping or possession of a vape. Your child's health is important to us and we want to partner together to ensure they make healthy choices. Should you desire more resources please contact Leslie Stewart, School Social Worker at stewartle@wps.k12.va.us
Valentines day deliveries
Spring Parent/Teacher Conferences - February 23
Additionally, all teachers who teach at the Emil and Grace Shihadeh Innovation Center (EGSIC) will be stationed in John Handley High School's main cafeteria for their conferences. Parents won't need to go to EGSIC on February 23.
Calling all families - Our PTSO needs your help!
United Way Youth Volunteer of the Year
This year the committee could not pick between two Handley seniors so they picked two - Congratulations Nikil Shyamsunder and Sarina Parikh! They will both be honored at the March 2nd United Way Annual Meeting.
Past recipients are:
2022 Lia Feit, John Handley High School
2021 Amy Vargas-Aguillon, John Handley High School
2020 Jackson Sirbaugh, John Handley High School
2018 Matt Matsenov, John Handley High School
2012 Eliza Urtz, John Handley High School
2000 Lang Campbell, John Handley High School
Career Exploration Field Trip Opportunities
Oportunidades para Exploración de Carreras
Learn more about our esports program!
Heavy Equipment Operator Industry Credential
Are you interested in becoming a Heavy Equipment Operator?
In partnership with Laurel Ridge Community College, students can earn an industry recognized credential. The Heavy Equipment Operator (HEO) program was developed to meet the growing employment demands for equipment operators. **Student must be 18 before August 31, 2023**
The program starts in late March or early April and is 2 nights a week from 6-10pm. Completion will be in June with interviews with companies hiring - you could have access to a high-skilled high-wage career immediately after graduation!
Transportation will be provided by WPS and funding for tuition is being provided by the Schaufeld Family who sponsored the Emil & Grace Shihadeh Innovation Center.
We will be hosting an information session on Wednesday, February 15th during Advisory in the Principal’s conference room. Enrollment paperwork will be due on February 28, 2023.
Please reach out to Ms. Lockhart (lockhartk@wps.k12.va.us) or Ms. Weinstein (weinsteins@wps.k12.va.us) if you are interested in this program.
**There is also a field trip set up for Laurel Ridge next Friday, February 10th from 9-11am. See Ms. Hall or Ms. Weinstein for a permission form if you’d like to attend.**
Handley 2023 Science Fair Winners
In Biology:
1st place - Marta Meneau & Cat Arslan
2nd place - Stephanie Truban & Adelaide Flint
3rd place - Ellen Bryan & Zoe Feit
In Psychology:
1st place - Ann Chen & Stephany Alvarado
2nd place - Katherine Layman
3rd place - Tie between:
Gabriela Middelhof
Charlie Hoffman & Olive Cash
In Chemistry:
1st place - Tie between:
Maitreya Kelly
Christian Trujillo & Jonathan Rodgers
2nd place - Ageria Pannell & Lily Creswell
In Physical Science & Engineering:
1st place - Tie between:
Angelina Nguyen & Adira Bislimi
Kosta Dabeski
2nd place - Nikil Shyamsunder
Congratulations to all the winners! (see pictures of the Science Fair below)
MSV Applications for 2023-24 School Year Now Being Accepted
Applications to attend Mountain Vista Governor's School for the 2023-24 school year are now being accepted.
The Student Profile pages (pg. 21-22) of the application are due February 17 to Mrs. Forte in the Counseling Office.
The completed application, including all recommendation forms, is due to Mrs. Forte by March 3.
Scholarship Opportunity for Seniors - What is Bank Day?
The third Tuesday in March was declared Bank Day by the Virginia General Assembly in 1991. Through this program, high school seniors learn about banking, financial services, career opportunities within the banking industry, and the vital role banks play in their communities. From their experience, the students are required to write essays on their experiences. Thirteen scholarships will be awarded based on the essays.
How much scholarship money is available?
A total of $26,000 will be awarded to twelve students across the Commonwealth.
- Six honorable mention winners, each winning a $1,000 scholarship.
- Six regional winners, each winning a $2,500 scholarship.
- One of the regional winners will also be named the statewide winner, earning an extra $5,000 scholarship for a total of $7,500 in college scholarships.
How can your students participate?
To participate, students must be currently enrolled as seniors in a Virginia high school with cumulative GPAs of 3.0 or higher. Interested students must register online by March 3rd through the VBA using the following link: https://www.formpl.us/form/5373805918814208.
QuestBridge College Prep Scholars Program
For current high school juniors who excel academically despite facing financial challenges. The QuestBridge College Prep Scholars Program is now accepting applications! QuestBridge connects academically outstanding students from low-income backgrounds to the nation's best colleges.
Why should students apply? QuestBridge prepares College Prep Scholars to gain admission and full four-year scholarships to 50 top colleges through the National College Match. College Prep Scholars can receive special awards and opportunities, including a full scholarship to a college summer program, up to $1,000 for a new laptop or other educational resources, essay feedback, and more. The deadline for students to apply is March 22, 2023.
https://www.questbridge.org/high-school-students/college-prep-scholars
National Youth Science Camp Application Open
The National Youth Science Camp (NYSCamp) is a residential science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics (STEAM) program designed to honor and challenge some of the nation’s rising student leaders and provide them with opportunities to engage with STEAM professionals and participate in exciting outdoor activities. The 2023 NYSCamp, hosted by the National Youth Science Academy, is a hybrid experience, with students participating virtually for the first five days, followed by two and a half weeks in-person.
Two students will be selected to represent Virginia as delegates to the NYSCamp. Eligibility has been extended for the 2023 NYSCamp to include current Juniors and Seniors. February 28th is the deadline to apply, and applicants will be notified by March 15th if they were selected.
- Virtual dates are June 19, 2023 to June 23, 2023
- In-person dates are June 24, 2023 to July 23, 2023.
Summer Residential Governor's Schools
Summer Residential Governor's School Slide Deck (English/Spanish)
A message from Nurse Reese
Regardless of vaccination status, an individual who tests positive should isolate at home for 5 days. The day your symptoms begin is considered Day 0 (zero). On Day 6, as long as symptoms are improving and you are fever free for 24 hours, you can return to school, while wearing a mask through Day 10.
A quarantine is no longer recommended for an in house contact provided the individual remains asymptomatic. Testing is recommended immediately after the exposure and again between Days 3-5 after exposure, and it is suggested that a mask is worn through Day 10.
Handley Pride Award winners!
Our Handley Pride Award winners for this week were:
Prom Attendance Requirement
Library News 📚
Celebrate Black History Month
The library offers multiple ways of finding a great book to celebrate Black History Month. 1) stop by the library to browse our physical displays. 2) checkout our Black History collection in Destiny Discover to find Black authors and Black History related titles 3) If you’re in the mood for a little February romance watch this book talk to preview a few of Mrs. Shannon’s favorite Black romance novels.
Try a new book today!
“You will enrich your life immeasurably if you approach it with a sense of wonder and discovery, and always challenge yourself to try new things.” —Nate Berkus, American interior designer, author, and television personality Check out this NEW BOOKS digital display and challenge yourself to read something new and different.
Find Your chill @ the library
Take a break from your screen, and take a deep breath. Stop by the library to work on a collaborative puzzle, or spend a few minutes contributing to our collective coloring page.
The JHHS 2022-23 Reading Challenge
Read more in 2023 with the JHHS Reading Challenge; a fun way to pick out your next great read, all year long! Get started by picking up a challenge bookmark in the library and see a librarian for more information.
Donations Accepted
If you have any arts & crafts materials that you no longer want (scrapbooking supplies, stickers, florals, pipe cleaners, buttons, etc.), we would love to help you clean out your cabinets. We have had several classes come in recently to use our Makerspace, and our supplies are dwindling. Do you have anything students might want to use? If so, send them in to the library or drop them off in the front office, attn: LIBRARY! 🎨
Follow the library on Instagram @jhhslibrary, Twitter @JHHSLibrary, or facebook @ John Handley LMC!
Order your 2002-2023 Handley yearbook!
¡Ordene el Anuario de Handley!
Digital Footprint & Identity – We Define Who We Are
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.
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.
JHHS Clubs and Activities
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!!
PTSO Updates!
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 or email us at jhhspto@wps.k12.va.us for more information! Cash and check donations are accepted through the main office and electronic donations are accepted via PayPal. Please help us spread the word that we could use a hand!
Facebook Senior Parent Group
The parents of Class of 2023 have created a Facebook Page to share information regarding senior year events and coordinate senior activities throughout the year. If you are a parent of a senior, please consider joining us! JHHS Class of 2023 Parents
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.
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
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
** 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
Emil & Grace Shihadeh Innovation Center 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.
Student Expectations at JHHS
Coffee with a Company - February and March schedule
In February & March we will be hosting a "Coffee with a Company" series for interested 10th, 11th & 12th graders during Advisory on Wednesdays from 11:35-12:05pm.
The format will be a 10-15 min presentation about the company and employment opportunities available (now & in the future) followed by questions and networking over coffee & pastries. Students received an email with a link and MUST sign up to attend. Maximum capacity will be 15-20 students.
The schedule is as follows:
Wednesday, February 15: Marlow Auto Group - Marlow Motor, Tri-State Nissan & Marlow Ford
Wednesday, February 22: IBEW - International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers #26
Wednesday, March 1: Winchester Police Department
Wednesday, March 8 - NO PRESENTATION DUE TO 3HR DELAY
Wednesday, March 15: Continental - Develops and produces functional parts, components, and systems for machine and plant engineering, mining, the automotive industry, and other important industries. They work with Tesla!!
Wednesday, March 22: Valley Health - Winchester Medical Center's School of Medical Imaging
Wednesday, March 29: Navy Federal
See Ms. Weinstein @ EGSIC or Ms. Fradillada at JHHS if you have any questions.