The Trojan Daily
Friday, October 23, 2020
Hazel Green High School
Email: cstewart@mcssk12.org
Website: https://www.mcssk12.org/HazelGreenHighSchool
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
It's Football Friday!
Medical Academy Gear for Sale
HOSA is selling Medical Academy gear. This is for anyone who wants to show support for the HGHS Medical Academy. Items last year were a huge hit! The Medical Academy is offering T-shirts (short and long), crew sweatshirts, and sweatpants. The shop will be open until November 5th with money due at that time. Cash or checks are accepted. Checks should be made to HGHS and sent to Mrs. Frasier or Mrs. Thomson.
***REMINDERS FOR NEXT WEEK***
Monday--Beginning of 2nd 9 Weeks
Monday Deadline--National Honor Society
Tuesday--Student Flu Clinic
Our student flu shot clinic will be Tuesday, October 27, 2020, from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Remote students may also come between these hours. They must bring a completed consent form, wear a mask, and get their temperature checked upon entering the building. They will enter through the front.
If you would like your child to get a flu shot, please complete the consent form.
Tuesday--Volleyball State Tournament
The Lady Trojans will take on Northridge in the first round of the 6A State Volleyball Tournament on Tuesday at 11:30 a.m. at the Birmingham Crossplex. Let's go, Lady Trojans!
Wednesday--eLearning Day for 9th, 10th, & 11th
Wednesday--WorkKeys for All Seniors
All 12th graders (remote and traditional) will take the WorkKeys test on Wednesday, October 28. This is a mandatory test for all 12th graders (remote and traditional). Students should be seated in their testing rooms by 8:30 a.m. on Wednesday, October 28. Rosters will be hanging in the back lobby, so students should check there for their testing location.
When the bell rings Wednesday morning, students will report directly to their testing rooms. If you arrive before the bell, report to the main gym until the bell rings. Students will be allowed to leave campus after testing.
If you have morning tech, come straight to HGHS for testing Wednesday morning. Do not go to tech.
Thursday--Senior Parent Night
Senior Parent Night will be October 29, 2020. Ms. Jagielski is offering three college and career information sessions at 5:00, 6:00, and 7:00 that evening. Fifty seats are available per session. Balfour will be in attendance to take orders for caps, gowns, rings, etc. Sign up here!
Friday--Last Home Football Game
Current Announcements
Mask Fundraiser: Stop by the front office for a $10 HG mask! Anyone is welcomed to stop by to purchase a mask. Thank you for supporting our school!
Flu Clinic: Our student flu shot clinic will be Tuesday, October 27, 2020, from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Remote students may also come between these hours. They must bring a completed consent form, wear a mask, and get their temperature checked upon entering the building. They will enter through the front.
If you would like your child to get a flu shot, please complete the consent form.
National Honor Society: Attention Juniors and Seniors: If you are interested in learning more about membership in the Hazel Green High School chapter of the National Honor Society, please fill out this form by October 26th. Mrs. Ross and Mrs. Cole will be in touch with those who express interest regarding requirements and the application process.
Soccer: Soccer tryouts for freshmen and new players will be Wednesday, November 4th, and Thursday, November 5th (4-5:30 p.m. on the HGHS soccer field). Players must bring a paper copy of their physical to tryouts. Email questions to HazelGreenSoccer@gmail.com.
Track & Field: Indoor Track Tryouts will take place November 16th-19th at the HG track from 4:00 to 5:30. Outdoor Track Tryouts will take place the week we get back from Christmas Break, January 4th- 7th, from 3:45 to 5:15. If you will be participating in another sport at that time, you need to contact Coach Waddell or Ms. Harris to let them know your interest; you will be able to complete your tryouts after your current season ends.
Trojanette Fundraiser: The HGHS Trojanettes dance team is raising money to help cover their competition fees. They will be competing in pom and hip hop. Last year they placed 2nd in hip hop! Please see the link below to browse the Lynch Creek Fundraising online store of beautiful fall/winter and Thanksgiving/Christmas decor. Your purchase is much appreciated by the dancers!
https://www.lynchcreekfundraising.com/f/1385823
Senior Cap & Gown Orders: Seniors, click HERE to order your cap & gown for graduation. No payment is required at this time. Also, please click HERE for your senior brochure from Balfour.
Class Fees: Please check the HGHS Class Fee List to see if your child has any of these teachers/classes that require fees. Class fees can be paid online at MySchoolFees (no student ID number required) or by cash/check at HGHS.
*If you think you may qualify for a fee waiver, please complete the Class Fee Waiver Form and turn it in to your teacher or to the office.
School Forms: CLICK HERE for the school documents that you should review with your child. Once you have reviewed these documents, please CLICK this link to complete a form for your student. Once you submit this form, you will receive an email from "Formstack Sign" in which you will electronically sign acknowledgement of receipt of these documents.
Your child will also receive copies of the documents for signature, so please be sure your child checks his or her email and signs acknowledging receipt of the documents.
Fee Waivers: Even though lunch is provided for all students at no cost this school year, students who think they may qualify still should apply for free/reduced lunch at the link below. This will allow students to also receive waivers for fees associated with the ACT, PSAT, college admissions, AP tests, etc. if they qualify. Please complete the application below as soon as possible if you think you could qualify for any of these fee waivers.
Free/Reduced Lunch Application
WorkKeys--ALL SENIORS: All 12th graders (remote and traditional) will take the WorkKeys test on Wednesday, October 28. This is a mandatory test for all 12th graders (remote and traditional). Students should be seated in their testing rooms by 8:30 a.m. on Wednesday, October 28. Rosters will be hanging in the back lobby, so students should check there for their testing location.
When the bell rings Wednesday morning, students will report directly to their testing rooms. If you arrive before the bell, report to the main gym until the bell rings. Students will be allowed to leave campus after testing.
If you have morning tech, come straight to HGHS for testing Wednesday morning. Do not go to tech.
What to Bring for Testing
Please bring a photo ID, an approved calculator, and standard #2 pencils (no mechanical pencils). Face masks are required.
Please check the ACT Calculator Policy to make sure you bring an approved calculator.
What NOT to Bring for Testing
Please remember that digital devices including, but not limited to, cell phones and smart watches will NOT be allowed in the testing rooms. Students are encouraged not to bring backpacks, purses, etc. because these items will not be allowed in the testing rooms.
Prohibited Use of Cell Phones and Wearable Electronic Devices (from ACT)
Examinees may not handle or access a cell phone or electronic device at any time in the testing room or during breaks. This includes smart watches, fitness bands, and any other devices with recording, internet, or communications capabilities.
Senior Parent Night: Senior Parent Night will be October 29, 2020. Ms. Jagielski is offering three college and career information sessions at 5:00, 6:00, and 7:00 that evening. Fifty seats are available per session. Balfour will be in attendance to take orders for caps, gowns, rings, etc. Sign up here!
Trojan Athletics
Football
2020 Home Football Game Guidelines
Tickets to home varsity football games can ONLY be purchased online at GoFan or at the HGHS front office on Thursdays from 12 to 3PM (only for home games).
*If you can't make the football games in person, you can watch via live stream at NFHS Live stream.
10/23
HG vs. Columbia--Away
Volleyball
10/27 @ 11:30AM
HG vs. Northridge
Birmingham Crossplex
STATE TOURNAMENT
Cross Country
Official Online Store
Important Links
Previous Issues of The Trojan Daily
Menus
Breakfast Menu--October
Lunch Menu--October
Dates to Remember
Fall Semester
October 23 -- End of 1st 9 Weeks
October 28 - eLearning Day/WorkKeys for ALL Seniors
October 29 -- Report Cards
November 4 - eLearning Day
November 11 -- Veteran's Day
November 23 -- eLearning Day
November 24-27 -- Thanksgiving Break
December 2 - eLearning Day
December 9 - eLearning Day
December 21 -- eLearning Day
December 22 - January 1 -- Winter Break
Permanent Announcements
Online Application for Free/Reduced Meals: Online free and reduced meal applications are available at the link below for a faster, more confidential way to apply. A new application must be completed each school year to qualify for free or reduced meals. Your child's eligibility status carries over to the new school year for the first 30 school days, allowing parents time to re-apply. Only one application per household should be submitted, and everyone living in the house must be included on the application.
Online Application--Free/Reduced Meals
HGHS Athletics Online: Subscribe to watch Hazel Green High School athletics at nfhsnetwork.com.
Search for Hazel Green High School to subscribe.
Subscriptions are $9.99 a month (can be renewed monthly) or $69.99 a year (renewed annually).
Great for family or friends who cannot attend events or those who live a distance away.