Upcoming Calendar Reminders:
✔️ Nov. 5: Teacher Workday
✔️ Nov. 11: Veterans Day - Holiday
💻 You can view complete district calendar online: https://cpschools.com/calendar
Mrs. Priest's Child Development class celebrated a gender reveal in preparation for their reality works babies! Students will receive hands-on experience caring for the infant and study the impact of early childhood experiences! #ohbaby #childdevelopment
Does your child have an IEP or a 504 plan? Then SEAC is your voice:
JOIN US:
When: Nov 12
Time: 6:30pm
Where: School Administration Building
TOPIC OF DISCUSSION: IEP ROAD MAP
For more Info: https://www.cpschools.com/o/cps/page/special-education-advisory-committee
Mrs. Williams's Advanced PE students enjoyed driving golf balls today courtesy of Battlefield Golf Club. 🏌🏽🏌🏼♀️They also received tips from the PGA golf pro Mike Waugh! #golfpro #flyfearlessly #hawkyeah
Mary Washington will be in the Nest this week! Sign up to chat with their representative! #collegebound #futureplans
Students in Mrs. Graves and Ms. Bowden's English classes attended a live virtual event with two YA authors, Kwame Alexander (graduate of GBHS) and Jason Reynolds. The classes finished reading Reynolds' novel Long Way Down, and engaged in discussion with the authors! #passion
Several Hawks flocked to the College Fair this evening to check out future options! There was even a few alumni sightings representing their universities! 🎉#futureplans #hawkyeah #flyfearlessly
We are thrilled to share that Hickory has received the Purple Star Award for the second year in a row! 🎉
The Purple Star Award recognizes individuals and organizations that demonstrate a commitment to supporting military-connected students and families. We are passionate about creating an inclusive environment for all, and receiving this award again reaffirms the hard work and dedication put into these efforts.💜
🎃Visit the Media Center for some spooky reads! Mrs. Sanderson, our new Media Center assistant, created this fun bulletin board! Reading has so many great benefits: increases vocabulary, opens doors to new worlds and passions, stimulates the brain, but can also provide a reduction in stress! #read #relax #reinvigorate #spookyszn
This past weekend the Marching Hawks traveled to Rutgers University in New Jersey to perform at the Bands of America New Jersey Regional. In the Prelims competition, the Marching Hawks earned first place in Class "AA" (Double A) winning most outstanding music, visual and general effects. In the Regional Finals, the Hawks earned the silver medal placing 2nd overall. This is the Marching Hawks highest placement ever at a Band of America event. There were competing bands from New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Virginia and North Carolina. This past weekend the Marching Hawks traveled to Rutgers University in New Jersey to perform at the Bands of America New Jersey Regional. In the Prelims competition, the Marching Hawks earned first place in Class "AA" (Double A) winning most outstanding music, visual and general effects. In the Regional Finals, the Hawks earned the silver medal placing 2nd overall. This is the Marching Hawks highest placement ever at a Band of America event. There were competing bands from New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and North Carolina.
This season, the Marching Hawks have been awarded 34 trophies from 5 different competitions, been named Grand Champion three times, and earned class champion 5 times! Congrats to all of the Marching Hawks for an outstanding competition season!
AP Exam Ordering Information! Be on the lookout for emails and instructions, you don't want to miss this deadline! Ordering window opens tomorrow, Monday Oct 28!
Future Wahoowas? Talk with the UVA rep on Tuesday, next week! #futureplans #collegebound
Our Public Speaking students visited the first grade classes at Southeastern last Friday to read stories 📚and lead the students in interactive songs. 🎶#lilhawks #hawksread
Mrs. Williams Life Planning class traveled to The Centerville Baptist Community Garden to learn how this garden serves those in the area. The students harvested some sweet potatoes. #communitygarden
🎙🎧 In our latest podcast episode, Dr. Jeffrey Faust, our Chief Technology Innovation Officer, explores how we are starting to incorporate artificial intelligence in our schools. He shares AI’s practical applications, addressing how it helps streamline teacher workloads, while also touching on critical considerations such as data privacy and the ethical implications of AI in learning environments. Join us as we explore the evolving landscape of education technology and the importance of equipping students and teachers with the skills and best practices needed to thrive in a future shaped by AI. Listen to the full episode on your favorite podcast platforms or visit https://www.cpschools.com/page/amplified!
Our new club, Fiber Arts is seeking donations for all members to participate! Please consider donating any of the items from the post! You can drop off at the security vestibule marked for room 144 or send in with your Hawk! #fiberarts #craftlife
Calling future Lancers! Make sure to sign up to speak with the representative from Longwood University! #collegebound #futureplans
Wearing pink is a powerful way to show support for cancer prevention and honor those currently battling cancer, as well as survivors! 🩷 Hawks show their love, support, and hope! 💕
Today our Hawks in DECA had the opportunity to collaborate & connect with DECA members across our district to enhance their knowledge & learn about ways they can serve the community and grow their leadership! Shout out to their awesome advisor, Mrs. Foster! #DECA #studentleaders
🎉 Kicked off the first SOAR block of the year! Students enjoyed Hawktivity or Hawkademic time! Looking forward to November's SOAR block! Stay tuned to your emails for sign ups!
