The Trojan Daily
Friday, February 15, 2019
Hazel Green High School
Email: cstewart@mcssk12.org
Website: http://hazelgreenhigh.mcssk12.org/
Location: 14380 Hwy. 231-431 North Hazel Green, AL 35750
Phone: 256-851-3220
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Hazel-Green-High-School/215798281789607#!/pages/Hazel-Green-High-School/215798281789607
Twitter: @HazelGreenHigh
Presidents Day
Lady Trojans Advance to Regional Finals!!!
***Students, remember to keep your AHSAA ticket stub and return it to the Attendance Office on Tuesday, February 19th, for an excused absence. Printed tickets purchased online will NOT be accepted for an excused absence.
Students Accepted to University of Alabama's Capstone Leadership Academy
Congratulations are in order for three HGHS sophomores! Sarah Mayes, Andrew Baucum, and Madison Cowan have been accepted to the University of Alabama's Capstone Leadership Academy and have been invited to attend a two-day leadership conference at the end of February. Mrs. Harris, HGHS counselor, nominated the three students, and they had to complete an application that included writing an essay. Only 160 students are chosen from across the state. Congratulations to these deserving students!
Students Hone Interviewing Skills
Mrs. Duncan's Personal Finance students participated in mock job interviews yesterday. Thanks to all of the interviewers who took time out of their day to visit HGHS and work with our students.
JROTC Color Guard Presents Colors
Weekend Soccer Tournament
Our varsity boys' soccer team will compete in the Birmingham-Lakeshore Tournament today and tomorrow. The Trojans take on Crossville (5:30PM) and Gardendale (8:30PM) tonight and Pickens (10AM) on Saturday. Good luck, Trojans!!
Rustic South Signs--Fundraiser for Senior Sweepstakes
Our Senior Sweepstakes parent sponsors are raising funds for sweepstakes prizes and the senior picnic. You can order these cute signs for home and/or gifting from Rustic South Signs. Click on the link below to place your order!
Spotlight on Madison County Schools
Reminders
- APUSH Mock Exam: If you are taking the APUSH Mock Exam this Saturday, please arrive in the cafeteria by 8:15 a.m. and bring your pens and #2 pencils.
- Pancake Breakfast: HGHS Track and Field will host a pancake breakfast on Saturday, February 16, from 8-10 a.m. at Applebee's on North Parkway. Tickets are $5 and can be purchased from any track athlete. Proceeds will go towards track equipment.
- Junior Optimist: Junior Optimist Club will meet on February 19th before and after school in room N112. Don’t forget to bring in toilet paper for the Manna House for our community service project.
- ACT for JUNIORS: All HGHS JUNIORS will take the ACT on Wednesday, February 20th. Juniors who go to morning tech will stay on campus. Students will need to bring a valid photo ID, #2 pencils (no mechanical pencils), and an approved calculator on the 20th. For a list of approved calculators, visit www.actstudent.org. No backpacks or electronic devices will be allowed in the testing rooms. If students decide to bring their backpack or electronic device, we will store them outside the testing room.
- E-Day for 9th, 10th, 12th Graders: Freshmen, sophomores, and seniors will have an E-Day on Wednesday, February 20th, while juniors take the ACT. Students will be required to complete assignments on Canvas on this day. Teachers will provide more information about these assignments.
College Resource for Seniors
Click on the link below for a good tool seniors can use to compare award letters from different schools.
This Week's Athletics
Basketball
Girls' Northeast Regional FINALS
Jacksonville State University
Wednesday, February 20
HG vs. Lee-Huntsville
12:30PM
Wrestling
Tennis
Feb 11 @ Monrovia
vs. Sparkman (Girls @ 3:30)
Feb 12 @ Monrovia
vs. Sparkman (Boys @ 3:30)
Soccer
Feb 12 @ HGHS--CANCELED
vs. Sparkman
JVB 4:00; JVG 4:00; VG 5:30; VB 7:00
Feb 14 @ HGHS
vs. Grissom
JVB 5:00; VB 7:00
Feb 15-16
Birmingham-Lakeshore Tournament-VB ONLY
Feb 15
vs. Crossville @ 5:30 PM
vs. Gardendale @ 8:30 PM
Feb 16
vs. Pickens @ 10:00 AM
Current Announcements
Pancake Breakfast: HGHS Track and Field will host a pancake breakfast on Saturday, February 16, from 8-10 a.m. at Applebee's on North Parkway. Tickets are $5 and can be purchased from any track athlete. Proceeds will go towards track equipment.
Junior Optimist: Junior Optimist Club will meet on February 19th before and after school in room N112. Don’t forget to bring in toilet paper for the Manna House for our community service project.
ACT for JUNIORS: All HGHS JUNIORS will take the ACT on Wednesday, February 20th. Juniors who go to morning tech will stay on campus. Students will need to bring a valid photo ID, #2 pencils (no mechanical pencils), and an approved calculator on the 20th. For a list of approved calculators, visit www.actstudent.org. No backpacks or electronic devices will be allowed in the testing rooms. If students decide to bring their backpack or electronic device, we will store them outside the testing room.
E-Day for 9th, 10th, 12th Graders: Freshmen, sophomores, and seniors will have an E-Day on Wednesday, February 20th, while juniors take the ACT. Students will be required to complete assignments on Canvas on this day. Teachers will provide more information about these assignments.
HGHS Flag Line: Any current 9th-11th grade girls interested in being in the 2019 HGHS Flag Line, that performs with the band at all varsity football games, need to sign the interest sheet in the front office and pick up a form listing important dates and information. You do not need any previous flag experience to join. Basics and tryout routines will be taught at clinics.
Prom Auditions: Auditions to perform at the HGHS Prom will be held on Monday, February 25, at 3:40 in Room C110. Candidates need to sign up with Mrs. Dean by Thursday, February 21.
Dyslexia Parent Night: S.P.A. training will be the focus of the next Dyslexia Parent Night on Tuesday, February 26, at the Madison County Board of Education. Click here for more information.
Medical Academy Internship Applications: Applications for Medical Academy internship are available now from Mrs. Thomson and Mrs. Frasier and are due February 27, 2019.
Baseball T-Shirts: Here is an opportunity for Trojan fans to proudly support our reigning state baseball champs! The baseball team is selling T-shirts for $20. The shirts are Nike cotton (short sleeve), and sizes range from youth large to adult XXL. Color options are red, gray, and black. Students can see Coach Perez in C209 to purchase. Thank you for your support!
Sock Sale to Benefit National Pediatric Cancer Foundation: HOSA is selling socks for $5. One dollar from each sale will be donated to the National Pediatric Cancer Foundation. See Mrs. Thomson or a HOSA member to purchase.
Soccer Fundraiser: The soccer team is selling clear bags that are size and style approved for Huntsville City Schools' sporting events. The clear tote bags are 12"x6"x12" and have the HG logo on them. They are $15 each and can be purchased through MySchoolFees. Students can also purchase them by seeing Coach Lilavois, Coach Balash, or Coach Williams.
College & Career
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Student Athlete Resume Sample: This student athlete resume sample will show you what information you must include on your resume based on the sport you play.
Career Tech Center Application: The Madison County Career Tech Center application for the 2019-2020 school year is now open! Apply now to be enrolled in the program of your choice! Career Tech students make more money right out of college than if you weren't in our programs! Apply now at https://careertech.mcssk12.org/ .
Parent Meetings with Mrs. Jagielski: Mrs. Jagielski, HGHS College & Career Counselor, would like to invite parents of students in ALL grades to meet with her about anything related to college and career. Please use the link below to sign up for a parent meeting (with or without your student).
Parents of Juniors: Let's make the transition of your student to the 12th grade as smooth and productive as possible. You are invited to meet with Mrs. Jagielski, HGHS College and Career Counselor, to discuss the steps your student needs to take to have a successful senior year. Sign up at http://signup.com/go/xzNKrRW for an appointment.
Meet with College Recruiters: Students may use the following links to access sign-up sheets to meet with recruiters from the universities listed below. Dates and times are listed at the top of the forms.
More recruiter visits coming soon.
Scholarships & Programs
Senior Information
Senior Breakfast & Senior Awards Day: Seniors, mark your calendars! Senior Breakfast and Senior Awards Day are scheduled for May 15th. The breakfast will be at 8 a.m. followed by awards at 9 a.m.
Attire for Senior Awards Day & Graduation in May: School appropriate dress for Graduation AND Senior Awards Day will be followed: ALL seniors will wear the graduation uniform-caps, gowns, cords, and stoles to BOTH Graduation on May 22 and Senior Awards Day on May 15. Girls will wear a school-appropriate, “dressy dress” or pants suit under their gowns. Dark or neutral colored shoes are recommended. Boys will wear dark slacks, a white, button-down, collared shirt, and a dark-colored tie, with dark or neutral colored shoes. Bow ties are allowed. NO flip flops, rubber “shower shoes,” tennis shoes, Van’s, Chaco’s or casual or wedding TOM’S are allowed. Boots are allowed as long as they are clean. Students not wearing appropriate clothing or footwear will be removed from the line-up until proper items are obtained. “When in doubt, DON’T.” Graduation caps should be free of any writing or designs, and they should be worn properly. DO NOT WRITE ON THE TOP OF THE GRADUATION HAT. The point of the hat should be midway of the forehead. Do not place hat on the back of the head. Tassels should hang on the right side. Only school-approved caps, gowns, cords, or stoles will be allowed. If you have a question or doubt about your attire, you need to ask Dr. E.Q. Headen, Mrs. Scroggins, or Mrs. Brady BEFORE awards morning or graduation. If you have a financial issue and need assistance with attaining the proper attire, you may ask ANY HGHS employee, and we will assist you with finding what you need.
Helpful Links
Dates to Remember
February 18 - President's Day
March 18-22 - Spring Break
April 19 - Weather Day
May 22 - Last Day of School
May 22 - Graduation 2PM (VBC Arena)
Permanent Announcements
Hazel Green High School has lots of opportunities to get involved! Visit our school website for a compete listing of our extracurricular activities, and find a place for your child today!
SAFE-2-TELL Text Tip Line: Students can report bullying, threats, and dangerous activities anonymously at 256-536-8355. If you see or hear something, say something!
Revision to Pre-Approved Absence Policy- Students requesting pre-approved, excused absences will need to turn the form in to Mrs. Sharp at least 20 days before the planned absence. Forms can be found on the school website.
Procedure for Riding the Bus with a Friend - Any student who plans to ride home on a bus with a friend or to another address should follow the procedures below. No student will be allowed to ride to a different address without verification of parent/guardian approval by a school official.
1. A parent/guardian note should be turned in before first block to the receptionist desk at the back of school. The note should contain the address and information for the bus driver and should include the date and a correct phone number for verification purposes.
2. Pick up the verified note from the receptionist during lunch.
3. Give the note to the bus driver when entering the bus at the end of the school day.
Parenting Assistance Line: PAL is a service where anyone can call a toll free number 1-866-962-3030 and receive useful, practical information and assistance with developmental and parenting questions and concerns. Available 8:00am – 8:00pm (central time) Monday – Friday.
Recycle: Going green at “the Green”. The Hazel Green High School Special Education Department needs your old cell phones and ink cartridges. Items to be recycled can be given to a Special Education teacher or left for collection at the office. Your support of our recycling fundraiser is greatly appreciated.
Reward Cards: Parents/Students/Employees, please remember to use your reward cards when you visit Publix and Hazel Green Pharmacy. Every time you have them swipe your card, HGHS will receive a portion of the sale. If you need a reward card, just stop by the main office to pick one up.
PayPams: Pay for your child’s meals from the convenience of your home or office 24/7
Click on the following link: www.PayPAMS.com .
Driver’s permit: Students /Parents, remember to pick up the Student Enrollment Form before you go to get your permit. The driver’s license department will not allow you to take the test unless you have this form and it cannot be faxed after you get there. These forms are good for 10 days only.
Loyalty Reward Tags: (Hazel Green Pharmacy Loyalty Key Tag Program) Parents/Students/Employees, please remember to use your loyalty key tag when you visit Hazel Green Pharmacy. Every time you purchase a Prescription/Gift/OTC have them swipe your tag. HGHS will receive a portion of the sale. If you need a loyalty key tag. Just stop by the main office to pick one up.
The special education department recycles the following items. They can be working or non-working and can be dropped off at the front office or in room C-115: Cell Phones, Gold jewelry, Ink Jet Printer Cartridges, Laptops & Netbooks, MP3 Players, Digital Cameras, Digital Video Cameras, GPS Devices, Radar Detectors, Kindle & Sony Book Readers
Online Payments You may now pay fees and purchase tickets to sporting events online. Go to www.myschoolfees.com .
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