VIKING NEWS
March 22, 2024
Important Dates
IMPORTANT NEW INFORMATION
- March 25 - April 1 - Spring Break
- April 2, 2024 - School Resumes
- April 10, 2024 - Schools Closed for Students
- April 17, 2024 - Report Cards Available on Synergy
- April 18, 2024 - HebronFest (6pm)
- April 27, 2024 - PROM
- May 6-10, 2024 - Teacher Appreciation Week
- May 14, 2024 - Primary Election Day (Schools & Offices Closed)
- May 17, 2024 - Schools Close 3 Hours Early
- May 27, 2024- Memorial Day (Schools and Offices Closed)
- May 30, 2024 - Class of 2024 Graduation (7pm @ Merriweather)
Spring Break
Spring Break is March 25 - April 1, 2024.
School will resume on Tuesday, April 2, 2024.
We want to wish our Vikings and their families a happy Spring Break! Please take time to rest, relax, and rejuvenate next week.
Thank you to the PTSA Mulch Committee & Student and Parent Volunteers!
Thank you to everyone who helped make the mulch sale successful this past Saturday! We really appreciate you!
April is Autism Acceptance Month
April is Autism Acceptance Month. Autism Spectrum Disorder is a group of neurological conditions that affect communication, processing, and social interaction. Autism affects each person differently which is why it is called a spectrum. Over 7 million individuals in the United States are on the Autism spectrum including activist Greta Thunberg, Elon Musk, actor Anthony Hopkins and musician Sia. Please join us on April 2nd to celebrate minds of all kinds by wearing the color red.
T-SHIRT DESIGN CONTEST
Ready to make a difference? Your design could be featured on our 50th annual food drive T-shirts. Each shirt sold will raise money to help feed families experiencing food insecurity in our local community. #DesignForHope
DESIGN CRITERIA:- Designer must be a Mt. Hebron High School student
- Original, unpublished work only. AI is not allowed.
- Design entry should be a JPG
- Must include:
- Mount Hebron name and logo
- Viking and/or Valkyrie inclusive design
- Reference to the Food Drive
- Reference to the 50th Anniversary
Save the Date for HebronFest!
HebronFest is an opportunity for student and parent groups to showcase what they have been working on all year in and out of the classroom. This event is meant to highlight the diversity of our school community. This year, HebronFest is on Thursday, April 18th starting at 6:00pm.
Donate to MHHS ESOL After School Program
Please join the Hebron community in serving the ESOL Afterschool Tutoring Program this fall. Each Tuesday and Thursday, this program hosts 20 students for help with homework and for a pizza/a meal. Many of the students are on their way to work and this is likely their dinner. There are two easy ways to help, by either ordering pizza or providing a meal. Please click the link below for more information and to join us in serving this community. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/508094EA8A728A20-mealsnacks
CONGRATULATIONS!
It’s Assessment Season. Our amazing Music Department has been participating in the HCPSS Performance Assessments over the last several weeks. Each ensemble prepares music to be performed before a panel of music professionals who evaluate each ensemble based on musical criteria including, tone, technique, intonation, musicality, etc. Mr. Dogas, Ms. Choi, and Mr. Fischer traveled with over 350 students to participate and received many positive accolades for their work. The students represented Mt. Hebron with great poise and professionalism and all of their performances were outstanding. CONGRATULATIONS to all of the students and their directors on another outstanding assessment season.
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Congratulations to the cast, crew, and pit of "Mamma Mia!"! The show was incredible with over 2,700 community members in attendance. The village that it takes to put a show is large. We had not only 8 HCPSS employees in the creative team but a large number of parents supporting through their time and talents. The theatre department is so proud of all of the students who participated in bringing this story to life. Bravo!
_________________________________________________________________________________________________Way to go FBLA! MHHS FBLA States Placements 2024: 23 first place finishers, 13 second place finishers, and 11 third place finishers! We had 70 students attend!
INFORMATION WORTH REPEATING
PROM TICKETS NOW ON SALE!
Who: Juniors and Seniors
When: Saturday, April 27, 2024
Where: Martin's West Ballroom
(6817 Dogwood Rd, Baltimore, MD 21244)
Time: 7:00pm - 11:00pm
Prom tickets are on sale! Tickets are $65.00 each. You can purchase a ticket online via Online School Payments (OSP).
- To buy ONE ticket click HERE
- To buy TWO tickets (one for you and one for your guest) please click HERE
If you are buying a ticket for a non MHHS student you MUST fill out a guest form.
We will have 3 in-person cash sale days during lunch shifts. The in-person days are April 8, April 9, and April 11, 2024. Ticket sales will end on Friday, April 12, 2024, or earlier if we reach the venue capacity. Students who need payment plans or assistance should speak with their counselor.
Guest Forms
Guest forms can be picked up at the Front Office and are due no later than Friday, April 5, 2024. Please drop the completed forms off in the front office. Only students who have submitted complete guest forms by the deadline will be permitted to buy a guest ticket. Middle school students and those 21 and above may not attend. Incomplete or illegible forms will not be accepted.
Ticket Distribution
- Students who owe obligations may not pick up a ticket prior to paying for those obligations. It is the student’s responsibility to take care of their financial obligations to the school.
- Students who have purchased tickets can pick up their physical ticket in the cafeteria on:
- Monday, April 22 and Tuesday, April 23 during lunch shifts.
Casey Cares
Are you a club or honor society sponsor, coach or an amazing human being? Would you like an easy service project for your group that benefits critically ill children? Consider collecting new pj's for Casey Cares! Casey Cares is a local organization that makes dreams come true for local children who are very ill & their families. I've volunteered for years with this amazing organization and am committed to helping these kids. Individual donations of new PJ's are also accepted. All info is on the attached flier, contact Jen Johannes with questions jennifer_johannes@hcpss.org.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1tyoS_soqSCG9AgKS4VM8WK6GAOum_pXdFb6OvDm5NGY/edit?usp=sharing
Purchase your MHHS Yearbook before they run out!
To order your 2024 Yearbook visit jostens.com/2024yearbook today. https://www.jostens.com/?afterAffiliateUrl=/apps/jcom/router.mvc?code%3DYRBK#affiliate
Email your questions to Jennifer_Goodwin@hcpss.org
Take Me Out to the Ball Game!
The Hebron PTSA along with our sister PTAs (Hollifield, St.Johns Place, Waverly & Patapsco) is organizing an outing to watch the Baltimore Orioles face off against the Milwaukee Brewers at 1:35 PM on Sunday, April 14th.
Tickets are just $17 each, and the best part? For every ticket purchased, the Orioles will generously donate $5 back to our respective PTSA/ PTAs Order Here:https://hollifieldstationpta.memberhub.com/store/items/993847
And there's more—since it's Kids Opening Day, all children 14 and under will receive a complimentary O's hat! Our seats are conveniently located in sections 360 and 362, giving us a fantastic view of all the action.
Tickets will be delivered to you digitally before the game day, ensuring a smooth and hassle-free experience. As an added bonus, after the game concludes, children aged 4-14 will have the chance to run the bases, just like their favorite players!
When purchasing your tickets, please indicate which school or schools your children attend. This will direct the funds raised to the right place, benefitting our community's schools.
Don't miss out on this wonderful family event and the opportunity to make a difference for Hebron's PTSA. See you at the game! ORDERS ARE DUE ON 3/27
Information for the Class of 2024
Mt. Hebron High School Class of 2024 will graduate on May 30!
The MHHS class of 2024 will graduate on Thursday, May 30, 2024 at 7:00 PM. Commencement ceremonies will be held at Merriweather Post Pavilion (10475 Little Patuxent Pkwy, Columbia, MD 21044). The last school day for seniors will be Wednesday, May 22, 2024. More details about exams, senior activities and graduation rehearsals will be shared soon.
MHHS PTSA Senior Banners Annual Sale and Fundraiser - DEADLINE: MARCH 24, 2024
Mount Hebron High School PTSA presents an opportunity to celebrate the Class of 2024 with congratulatory banners. These banners, designed for graduating seniors and groups, will be directly delivered to the school and prominently showcased in the hallways. Students will receive their banners to take home at their graduation rehearsal, perfectly timed for celebrations and festivities. Crafted from durable 36”x24” vinyl with a welded finish and grommets, these banners are suitable for both indoor and outdoor display. Flexible, tear-resistant, and weather-proof, they feature vibrant, fade-resistant ink for a lasting impression.
$35 EACH *An additional 6% MD Sales Tax will be added at time of order ORDER. All proceeds support MHHS PTSA. ORDER ONLINE AT VARSITYGRAPHICS.NET/HEBRON-BANNERS DEADLINE: MARCH 24, 2024
Banners will be installed in the hallways early-April. Email seniorbanners@mthebronptsa.com for more information. FLYER_Hebron Banners_2024.pdf
Yearbook Recognition Ads for Seniors
Congratulations are in order for your soon-to-be-graduate! Order today!
If you are interested in purchasing a celebratory advertisement for your senior in the 2024 Yearbook, see the attached information that includes timing, pricing, and payment. Senior Recognition Yearbook Ads 2024.pdf Questions? Contact Jennifer_Goodwin@hcpss.org
PTSA Scholarship
Hello Seniors! The annual Mt Hebron PTSA Scholarship Award Season is open! PTSA will award SEVEN $1000 scholarships to 7 seniors from the class of 2024. The application can be found on our website: https://www.mthebronptsa.com/ These scholarships are intended to support a student in their future endeavors, which may or may not be higher education.
To be eligible, a student and at least one parent must be current members of the PTSA prior to March 31, 2024! Application submissions are due by April 1, 2024, NO LATER THAN 2 PM, and are to be scanned and emailed to scholarships@mthebronptsa.com. If you have trouble being able to scan and email, please contact Ellie Paczkowski, Scholarship Chair, at scholarships@mthebronptsa.com.
Only complete applications will be considered! A complete application submission includes:
1. The application form signed by the applying student and the parent PTSA member.
2.Typed response (no greater than 300 words) to one of the below Essay questions.
3.Extra-Curricular Activities forms.
Every Senior that is a member of the PTSA should apply for one of these scholarships! You have nothing to lose!! Again go to https://www.mthebronptsa.com/ and download the application today! Good luck!!
Hispanic Graduation Sarapes (stoles):
The HCPSS Hispanic Achievement Program is currently selling sarapes (stoles) to Hispanic and Latino graduating seniors. The sale of sarapes will continue through April 26. Purchases can be made by visiting https://osp.osmsinc.com/p/DA601-1, and then selecting the tab “Hispanic Achievement” to initiate the order.
HCPSS NEWS
HCPSS College Fair: The Howard County Public School System is hosting a College Fair on April 11 from 6-8 p.m. at Howard High School. The fair is sponsored by PCACAC, Potomac Chesapeake Association for College Admissions Counselors. The event will bring over 80 college admission counselors to Howard High School. Additionally, there will be two college admission panels (one in English, one in Spanish) for parents to attend that will provide an overview of the college admission process and help families understand how to best support their child(ren). Students in grades 10-11 are encouraged to attend and they are asked to register here
Upcoming JumpStart Registration Session:
The HCPSS Office of Dual Enrollment and Howard Community College (HCC) are excited to announce the JumpStart Dual Enrollment Course registration event on April 11 from 4-7:30 p.m. on HCC’s campus. Details can be found here. Please be sure that students take the following steps prior to attending the event:- Sign forms in Synergy to allow HCPSS and HCC to share information
- Apply to Howard Community College
- RSVP for the event to ensure adequate staffing
To learn more about JumpStart or to get support with the application process, please attend one of the information sessions offered by the Career Readiness Advisor at your high school, or attend an upcoming collaborative hour.
Nominate your teacher today!: Do you know a teacher who goes above and beyond? The Baltimore Ravens Touchdown for Teachers program™, presented by M&T Bank, recognizes local teachers for outstanding service to their schools and communities. Three finalists will be selected by a panel of community members, the Ravens and M&T Bank. One teacher will receive a $5,000 grant for their school, a school visit by a Ravens player, Poe and Cheerleaders, and a Ravens jersey. To nominate a teacher for Touchdown for Teachers, complete the online nomination form by April 5.
IMPORTANT LINKS
- Mount Hebron High School Website
- HCPSS Calendar 23-24SY
- HCPSS Student and Parent Handbook
- Mount Hebron PTSA
- Mount Hebron Viking Backers
- Follow us on Instagram: @hcpss_mhhs