This week, we are celebrating our Student Leaders! Each day will have a different social media challenge!
Today, Hawks, choose a teacher, adviser, and/or coach who you look up to as a mentor and snap a photo with them. Share the image on social media using the #NSLW2025 hashtag and share how they inspire you to be your best self.
Public Speaking enjoyed a week of engagement that began with practicing communication skills to complete a task while facing the opposite direction of a partner and ended with an awards ceremony that involved collaboration with four other HHS classes.
🛡️ Appreciation for Our Assistant Principal of Safety & Support 🛡️
Today, we want to give a huge thank you to our dedicated Assistant Principal, Mr. Porter, who works behind the scenes every day to ensure our campus is safe, secure, and running smoothly.
From overseeing safety protocols and emergency procedures to coordinating substitute coverage and supporting daily operations, Mr. Porter plays a vital role in keeping our school community protected and prepared. His attention to detail, calm leadership, and quick problem-solving make all the difference.
Thank you, Mr. Porter, for being the steady hand that keeps everything moving and everyone safe. Your efforts may often happen behind the scenes, but your impact is felt schoolwide.
#ThankYou #CampusSafety #EveryDetailMatters #LeadershipInAction #APAppreciation
Spanish students from Sra. Whatley's class and Culinary students from Mrs. Evans’ classes worked together to make a tortilla española. Sra. Yates was the guest judge!
Looking for something to do over Spring Break?! Check out this amazing offer from Dick's Sporting Goods, as part of our partnership, they want to provide our Hawks with exclusive opportunities! Below are two links to book both the rock wall & batting cage from April 11-April 19 (they are closed for Easter) for just $5 (usually $15). We highly encourage the Hawks to book in advance!
Batting Cage: https://www.dickssportinggoods.com/s/scheduling/f/a48f8832-1de8-4ba6-9f77-26b480b11e7d?s=1580
Rock Wall: https://www.dickssportinggoods.com/s/scheduling/f/a587377b-b985-4a08-94f5-ed74a7768da4?s=1580
🏅🎉 Shoutout to Our Assistant Principal for Technology, Student Life & Athletics! 🎉🏅
We are beyond grateful for the dedication and energy of our amazing Assistant Principal, Mr. Giddis, who champions our student-athletes, athletic programs, and student activities with passion and pride!
From the sidelines of games to the heart of club meetings, Mr. Giddis works hard to ensure every student has opportunities to grow, lead, and shine.
He champions all things technology, athletics, and student activities with passion and pride. His leadership helps build school spirit, foster teamwork, and create a vibrant campus culture where every student feels connected and empowered.
Thank you, Mr. Giddis, for your unwavering support, enthusiastic presence, and belief in the power of extracurriculars to shape well-rounded, confident students. You truly make a difference!
#StudentLifeLeader #AthleticsAndActivities #ThankYou #GoTeam #MakingADifference #APAppreciation
This fantastically fun golf event supports the Hickory High School Band Program which includes Concert Bands, Wind Symphony, Winter Guard, Winter Percussion, and the award-winning Hickory Marching Hawks!
Check out their website for more information: https://hhsbands.org/fundraisers/golf/
🫶🏽 Celebrating Our Assistant Principal, Dr. Bellamy! 🫶🏽
We want to take a moment to recognize and thank Dr. Bellamy, who works tirelessly to support our students with disabilities, special needs, and beyond!
With compassion, dedication, and a deep understanding of inclusive education, Dr. Bellamy advocates for every student’s right to learn, grow, and thrive. Their commitment to individualized support, collaboration with families, and championing student strengths make a lasting difference in the lives of so many.
Thank you, Dr. Bellamy, for being a voice, a guide, and a constant source of encouragement for our students and staffulty. Our gymnastics team named you their "biggest fan" and you are a champion for all! Your work is powerful, your heart is big, and although your voice is loud 😂 ... your impact is immeasurable. 💫 #InclusionMatters #ThankYou #EveryStudentEveryDay #SpecialEducationSupport #APAppreciation
🌟 Shoutout to Our Assistant Principal for Instruction! 🌟
We are incredibly grateful for the tireless efforts of our Assistant Principal for Instruction, Ms. Coles, who plays a vital role in ensuring our students receive the highest quality education every day.
From supporting teachers in lesson planning to analyzing student data and leading professional development, Ms. Coles is deeply committed to student success. Whether it's visiting classrooms to provide feedback or collaborating with staff to improve instructional practices, their passion for learning shines through in everything they do.
Thank you, Ms. Coles, for your dedication, leadership, and unwavering focus on what matters most—our students. Your hard work does not go unnoticed, and we’re lucky to have you on our team!
#InstructionalLeader #StudentSuccess #ThankYou #WeAppreciateYou
Make sure to thank your assistant principal this week! #assistantprincipalappreciation
Calling all Hawks! Wear purple 💜 tomorrow to show your love and support for our military connected students! #purpleup #militaryfamilies
HHS Orchestra Spring Trip/ Competition in Atlanta this weekend!
They won first place in their division and overall Grand Champion of all of the competing Orchestras!
Congratulations!
The following athletes were honored at tonight’s School Board meeting:
Peyton Worman - 2nd place in the class 5 individual state diving competition
Abigail Maniace - 3rd place in the class 5 individual state diving competition
Jonathan Baum, Tristan Fancher, Zachary Schubert, and Tyler Trago - 1st place in the Class 5 Individual State Championship in the 4 x 800 Meter Relay Race
Congratulations! We are proud of your accomplishments!
Congratulations to our Chorus who received several honors this past weekend! 🎉🎶
BASSic TENORs - first place high school men’s choirs with Excellent rating
Concert Choir - Fourth place high school mixed choirs with Superior rating
Freshmen Treble Choir - Second place high school treble choir with Excellent rating
Euphonics - First place high school treble choir with a Superior rating
Euphonics - Grand Champion and highest high school vocal score of the weekend
Abby Tompkins - best high school vocal solo
Hickory High School Chorus - Esprit de Corps award for best embodying the ideals of music
In honor of Women's History Month in March, our Red Cross Club members made "care packages" for our female military members. They collected supplies and packed the shipping boxes for the Red Cross to deliver to women serving our country.
Some light-hearted fun led to belly laughs as Mrs. Gardner's students played an April Fool's joke on our custodian, Mr. Price.
Mrs. Gardner on the walkie: "Mr Price, there is water all over the floor in Workroom 131!"
Mr. Price: "On my way!"
Help the Hickory Indoor Percussion Ensemble perform at the WGI Indoor Percussion World Championships April 10th-12th in Dayton, Ohio.
Our students will perform for the most prestigious judging panel in the world and will witness the incredible WGI World Class competition. Your donation goes directly toward hotel costs, transporting equipment, registration fees and other required expenses to make this trip a reality!
Thank you for your support of the Hickory Indoor Percussion Ensemble!
Check out the website for the link or type the link in your search bar:
https://tinyurl.com/DrivetoDayton
Mrs. Reed's AP Biology classes did a scavenger hunt around campus. They got to experience nature right outside our door! 🌿
Four HHS Speech members traveled to Salem, VA for the state tournament this weekend.
🥇Lucia and Scarlett Rainaldi “reigned” again by bringing home a 1st place victory!
Ian and Gael received 4th place.
🎉Congratulations!
Spanish 5 students in Sra. Whatley's class, play Pechakucha to practice their impromptu listening and speaking skills!
Her Spanish 3 students recently created their own story endings as part of their unit on childhood and memories!
#languageinaction
