#RoyalFam Newsletter

November 15, 2023

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Message from Principal Ballard

Newsletter Schedule

We apologize for sending the newsletter outside of our regular cycle. We understand the importance of the predictability of our communication. Next week the newsletter will be sent Monday as regularly scheduled.

HHS Office Hours Over Thanksgiving Break

Over Thanksgiving Break, November 22, 23, 24, HHS will be closed. Staff will not be available during this time.

Royal Welcome and Farewell

Welcome to the staff members that joined HHS since October:

Scott Ackerman - Art Teacher

Aria Jones - Safety Coach

Bridget Nelson - School Nurse

Rachel Nelson - Counselor (Gr 12 last name Sn-Z/Gr 10 last name L-Z)

David Stulberg - Special Education Paraprofessional

We say farewell to the staff members who recently transitioned from HHS:

Julie Austin - Social Worker

Xeev Xwm Vang - Counselor

Counselor's Corner

BOGO Offer from ACT

As the December ACT registration deadline is quickly approaching, ACT has a limited time offer available for HHS scholars. They understand the importance of standardized testing for college admissions and want to make it more accessible for all scholars.

For those who register for the December ACT, they are excited to offer a free test in the form of a credit awarded to their MyACT account. This credit can be redeemed for any ACT test, including both the online and paper versions, through July 2024. Please note that this offer is not applicable to registrations covered by fee waivers.

This is an excellent opportunity for scholars to save on future testing fees and have more flexibility in choosing their preferred testing method. But they must act fast as the registration deadline was Friday, November 3rd, with late registration until November 17th. Click here for more information about the BOGO offer.

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HHS College and Career Center - Upcoming College Visits

College Rep Visits are continuing.

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Get Your Tickets to Chicago, the HHS Fall Musical

Join Royal Productions, Hopkins High School Theatre, as we proudly present a mesmerizing production that will take you to a world of glamour, scandal, and intrigue - Chicago. Roxie Hart commits a daring act, is convicted and facing death row. She and another captivating "Merry Murderess," Velma Kelly, both vie for the spotlight and the headlines, and their paths converge in the pursuit of the quintessential "American Dream": a life of fame, fortune, and the elusive quest for acquittal.

Join us as we unravel the drama, ambition and music of this unforgettable story. Get your tickets now and prepare for a night of entertainment that will leave you spellbound!

November 10, 11, 16, 17 & 18 at 7:30pm in the Hopkins High School Auditorium

Tickets are $12, $10 for students and seniors. Tickets are available online here: https://www.vancoevents.com/CBFI or can be purchased at the box office one hour before showtime. Hopkins High School students are free with their student ID.

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The Winter Athletic Season is Here!

Click here for information on winter sports and registration or visit Hopkins-Royals.com.

Visit LakeConference.org for all game/match/meet schedules. Questions? Contact the Activities Office #952-988-4691.

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Hopkins Spirit Shop - Online Sale

20% off your online purchase! Includes clearance!

November 10th - November 22nd 2023

Order here:

https://hopkins-high-school-spirit-shop.square.site/

Use code: onlinefriday

*discount limited to online orders only

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Calling All Seniors!

Your graduation cap and gown are ready to be ordered. Below you will find the site information from Josten's about all things graduation. You can order sweatshirts, announcements, or nothing but the cap and gown (this part is paid for by the school). Please measure carefully and order soon. Just a reminder, graduation is June 6, 2024 at Mariucci Arena at the U of MN.

Hopkins Class of 2024 Graduation Order Link

Important Senior Photo Information

Important senior photo information:

If you utilized Lifetouch for their senior photos, we will receive a photo directly from them. If you have your own senior photo you would like to submit, please follow these instructions, which include an upload link (Senior picture submission is due Dec. 1).

Please note: 1.) Upload only one photo. Make sure you choose the photo you like that meets our requests and upload ONLY that photo. If you upload more than one photo, we will not reach out to you, we will just guess which photo you want. 2.) Select a photo that is styled after a professional headshot. We will crop all photos so that faces are about the same size, and that means that any props, trees, cars, athletic equipment, instruments, or walls you may be peaking around will not be included in the photo and may only serve to distract from your head and shoulders shot once we crop it.

Senior Yearbook Tribute

Senior Yearbook Tribute:

We are proud to continue the popular tradition of the senior yearbook tribute. Here’s how it works:

Find an adorable photo of your graduate from a much younger age
Create a 40-50 word message honoring who they have become
Purchase and upload the yearbook tribute at jostens before January 31.

Yearbook Ordering Information

Order your yearbook during our fall pre-order season for the lowest prices. Yearbooks are available on a first-come-first served basis, and with the addition of the 9th grade, we cannot guarantee we will have surplus books at the end of the year.

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