Judges' Docket
Weekly JHHS Newsletter from Principal Kablan - 2/19/2021
Handley Judges Boys Basketball Team To Play in State Championship Saturday!
Support our Boys Basketball team playing for the VHSL 4A State Championship tomorrow at 5:00 pm. Stream the game live on the NFHS Network or watch it live on the big screen at the Alamo in Winchester.
WorkKeys Testing
For those who were contacted by email about WorkKeys Testing:
Makeup and regularly scheduled testing will take place during first and second blocks on Monday and Tuesday. If you have questions, email Mr. Timmons.
Musical Auditions for BEAUTY AND THE BEAST - Monday, Feb. 22
Join us Monday, Feb. 22nd from 6:00 to 9:00 pm in the Patsy Cline Theater for live auditions for Beauty and the Beast.
Nothing to prepare.
If you cannot attend Monday, please contact Mrs. O'keefe for a virtual audition time.
SAT School Day - Wednesday, March 3rd
Library News
Black History Month honors the contributions of African Americans to U.S. history. This week we are featuring civil rights icon and former U.S. Representative John Lewis and his graphic memoir trilogy, March.
Time to Pick Your Classes for Next School Year
Returning students in 9th, 10th and 11th grade, you will be selecting your classes for next school year the first week of March, just a week away. It's important that you make your best choices now. Look at JHHS School Counseling web page for important information you'll need to review before March 1st. Hybrid students will meet with the school counselors on a day you're scheduled to be in the building (A-Day on 3/1 and B-Day on 3/2). 100% Distance Learners will meet via Google Meet.
Here is some useful information put together by our Counseling Department.
Virtual AP/Elective Fair is here!
Attention current 9th, 10th & 11th Graders: Check out the teacher- & student-created videos to help you select classes for next school year. School Counselors will be meeting with returning students later this month to do course requests for 2021/22.
These entertaining videos will help you better understand what it's like to actually take the class.
Click here to go to our videos.
Use this information with the Program of Studies official descriptions of courses to make your best choices.
Special Education Advisory Committee Information Session - Tuesday, Feb. 23
SEAC will be having another parent program on Feb 23, 2021, focusing on programming post high school to include community colleges and four-year programs (including programs for students with autism and ID).
Lord Fairfax CC, George Mason, and Coastal Carolina will be presenting.
ASVAB 2021 Spring Registration
The ASVAB Test will be given on Wednesday, March 10th from 8:30-11:30 am at Handley in the auditorium. You must provide your own transportation and be at least 16 years old to take the test.
The ASVAB is a wonderful opportunity for students to take a career exploration test to see what your area of interests are and it is also used as an entrance exam for the military. For more information, visit www.asvabprogram.com.
The maximum number of students will be 20 due to capacity in space. Those listed after that number will be placed on a waiting list. So be sure to register early!
The deadline for registration is Friday, March 5th at 3:00 pm. To register, complete this Google form.
Digital Citizenship - Media Balance & Well Being
With digital media continuing to evolve at an ever rapid pace, the road to digital well-being is worth the effort and should start early. According to Common Sense Media, 98% of children ages 0-8 live in a home with a mobile device. Meanwhile, teens spend an average of 9 hours daily on entertainment media. Media Balance is using media in a way that feels healthy and in balance with other life activities (family, friends, school, hobbies, etc.) Here are a few resources to help maintain this balance within your family:
Latinos Unidos Club Hoodies On Sale Now!
Price $25 - Cash or check payable to Latinos Unidos JHHS. After you fill out the order form, please bring money to Ms. Espinoza, Room 2407. Your order will be placed as soon as we receive your payment.
NOTE: If you want to order more than one hoodie, please fill out a different form for each one. You can order for your parents, friends, neighbors, anyone!!!
Girls Who Code FREE Summer Immersion Program
Girls Who Code’s FREE Summer Immersion Program (SIP) will be virtual again in 2021! We want to invite you to learn more about the program. All 9th-11th grade girls and non-binary students are eligible to apply.
Here at Girls Who Code, we care deeply about serving students who are underrepresented in the technology field and equipping them with technical skills and an enriching experience in STEM. We are especially committed to serving marginalized communities that lack access to technology and coding programs.
What is SIP?
SIP is an experience of a lifetime hosted by our corporate partners like AT&T, Goldman Sachs, Disney and more.
SIP is a 2-week virtual program with staggered rounds throughout the summer.
Participation is 100% free. We also provide need-based tech access support and need-based stipends of up to $300 for those who qualify.
Applications are now open! Our early acceptance deadline is coming up soon in mid-February.
Eligibility:
Students must:
Identify as female, non-binary, or gender non-conforming
Be a rising sophomore, junior or senior (current 9th-11th grader)
Be able to commit to the entire 2 week program
Students can participate whether they are complete beginners or already have some computer science experience
How can you receive additional resources for your students?
Sign up here for an informational call with me, Nakisa Glover, to learn more about the program and ask any questions you may have.
If none of the options work for you, please let me know and I’d be happy to coordinate a different time that does.
Apply to Girls Who Code’s free 2-week Virtual Summer Immersion Program for an unforgettable experience! Current 9th -11th grade girls and non-binary students are eligible to apply.
The early application deadline is approaching quickly on February 17th! We strongly encourage students from underrepresented groups in tech to apply early!
Why should you join Girls Who Code this summer?
Learn how to use HTML, CSS, and Javascript coding skills to make an impact on what matters to you. Not a coder yet? No problem!
Join a sisterhood of supportive peers and make lifelong friendships!
Meet women in tech from top corporations like Disney, AT&T, Twitter & more.
You can join for free! Plus, Girls Who Code will provide need-based tech support for those who qualify.
Join a webinar, check out this flyer and the FAQ page for more information.
If you have any questions as you share out the above blurb, I’m happy to help during the information call!
Contact:
Nakisa Glover
Summer Immersion Program Recruiter
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Procedure for Requesting Change from Hybrid to Distance Learning Schedule
Here is the procedure to follow if you would like to make a request to change from Hybrid to Distance Learning. Until the student is approved for a change to DL, they must continue to attend school or they will be marked absent.
- The parents/guardians must contact their student's school counselor to ask for a change request.
- School counselor submits a Google form request for the student.
- Principal Kablan checks the spreadsheet and approves/denies the request.
- Once approved, the counselor contacts the parent/guardian to let them know that it has been approved for the student to move to DL.
- Then, the registrar changes the information for the student in PowerSchool. She sends out weekly updates to teachers.
Free Meals Available on Wednesdays!
During the 2020-2021 school year, free meals for all students will be available for pickup at each school on Wednesdays from 11 am until 1 pm. Students do not need to be present for meal pick up and no documentation is required.
Students will receive one breakfast and one lunch for each day they are not physically in school.
- Hybrid schedule students will receive 3 breakfasts and 3 lunches.
- 100% Distance Learning students will receive 5 breakfasts and 5 lunches.
You can pick up meals for all your children at one single school.
Please fill this form. This will help us with planning our food orders and labor requirements. Thank you for your help!