August 2018 | Volume 1
William Henry Harrison High School
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DATES TO REMEMBER
August 14th
1st Day for Students
August 23rd
School pictures
September 3rd
Labor Day - No School
September 12th & 13th
Parent/Teacher Conferences
October 12th
End of the first 9-weeks
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WHO TO CALL
Attendance (765) 772-7761
Main Line (765) 463-3511
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As this newsletter reaches your household, summer vacation is rapidly coming to a close, and William Henry Harrison High School is ready to begin the school year. Every school year is filled with numerous successes, and I have every reason to believe that this school year will be outstanding as well. I am excited and honored to be the principal at Harrison, and I am looking forward to working with our many outstanding students and parents throughout the coming school year as well as for years to come.
Harrison High School is destined for amazing things in 2018 - 2019. The gifts and talents of our students combined with the dedication and passion of our teachers and staff allows us to strive for excellence. Excellence is not the result of a good intention or a clever slogan. It is not a value that is easily achieved. It comes from a strong desire to improve how we do things when we see something that we can do better. We will continue to work hard as a staff to ensure that Harrison will always be recognized as a school that sets its students and teachers up for success.
Four times per school year, this newsletter will be an excellent way to keep informed about events involving your student's education at Harrison. If you should have any questions or concerns, please contact me at cmarshall@tsc.k12.in.us or 765.463.3511. Enjoy the remaining days of summer, and I am excited to get school started on August 14th!
SCHOOL SUPPLIES?! Harrison does not have a set school supplies list; however, it is recommended that students new to HHS bring a writing utensil and something on which to take notes until they learn what is needed for each class. It is NOT necessary to purchase a book bag or PC as all students are required to carry their TSC-issued book bag and computer for school. Returning students can bring their TSC-issued book bag and computer starting August 14th.
Incoming freshmen, students new to Harrison, and parents of both are invited to Raider Rally 6-7 PM, Thur, Aug 9th at HHS. (Click the Raider logo to the right for more info.)
Raider Rally!
Over 1/3 of TSC students live in poverty. If your TSC family would like assistance with back-to-school supplies, lunches, textbook fees, haircuts, family photos, & more, join the fun at the Backpack Splash! Click pic for more info!
Backpack Splash!
Be In The Know! The safety, security, and behavior of Raider students, staff, parents, and visitors is of utmost importance at Harrison. With that said, Vice Principal Salmon would like everyone to be aware of the following:
Student Behavior
- Please review the Student Handbook with your student prior to day one of school. Pay specific attention to the dress code and discipline sections.
- Attendance notes must be submitted within 48 hours after the student returns to school or the absence will be marked as unexcused.
Safety & Security
- Parents are invited to attend a TSC School Safety Forum on August 9th!
- As a family, please discuss the concept of "If you see something; say something!" There's a big difference between being a snitch versus saving a life.
- All the building doors will be locked throughout the day, including the main doors. Please allow for a little extra time if picking up your student during the school day.
- Students are expected to leave the building by 2:35 PM unless they are part of a club meeting or athletic practice or serving after-school detention.
- We are a closed campus, there is no leaving during lunch, unless a student has an excused absence such as a doctor's appointment.
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"You mean I have to what?!" Before you start the new school year the HHS nursing staff would like you to take notice of the following three (3) very important things:
1. New Immunization Requirements for the 2018-2019 School Year
Seniors are required to have a second Meningococcal vaccine (MCV4) and two Hepatitis A vaccines prior to the start of the school year. The CDC is recommending... Read More
HHS Student Services Counselors would like you to be aware of the following:
If you need to speak with your counselor before school begins, please call to make an appointment. Drop-in visits are not feasible.
Student schedules were finalized at registration time. No changes are permitted with the exception of...Read More
Upcoming Athletic Events - HOME GAMES
- Aug 9th - Girls Golf v McCutcheon 8am
- Aug 11th - The 13th Annual Raider Cup Golf Outing 2pm shotgun start, Coyote Crossing (Proceeds to be used to replace the soccer scoreboard. Contact Mr. Galema if you're interested in being a sponsor!)
- Aug 13th - Boys Soccer v Crown Point 6:30pm
- Aug 14th - Girls Volleyball v Benton Central 7pm
- Aug 17th - Raider Fest! tailgate in north parking lot 5-6:30pm
- Aug 17th - Football v Westfield 7pm
- Aug 21st - Boys Tennis v Lafayette Jefferson 5pm
- Aug 21st - Boys & Girls Cross Country 8-way meet, 5pm
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All Sports Passes
HHS students can purchase All Sports Passes; student athletes can purchase at a discounted rate. Please see the downloadable All Sports Pass Order Form on the HHS Athletics website for more information.
Final Forms Ready?
In order to better track our athletes health and readiness, Harrison Athletics uses Final Forms. Click the link above to access directions on how to get signed up for this app/site that is a useful online tool for student athletes, parents, and coaches.
Marching Band BAND CAMP
Full Band
at HHS
M-F Aug 6-10
7:30-11a
Marching
11a-12p
Lunch Break /
Uniform Fittings
(bring sack lunch)
12-1p
Music (indoors)
1-3p
Marching
Interested in travel? Mayan ruins? Snorkeling?
Zip-lining?
Join the HHS Travel Club on a Spring Break trip to the country of Belize!
Click the parrot for more information.
Travel Club
Belize Trip
Spring Break 2019
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HHS Writing Lab will return!
Need help with writing papers? How about college essays? The HHS Writing Lab will return again this year, so watch for posters located in prime locations which will indicate where and when!
The HHS Riley Dance Marathon is more than just dancing; it's about having fun for a good cause! Consider joining the Riley Dance Marathon Committee to help get this year's dance organized!
HHS Riley Dance Marathon Committee
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HHS Student Council leads the way!
Current members meet for our annual fall retreat on Sunday, August 12th, where we will spend the afternoon planning Harrison's Homecoming events...we're also looking for a few good freshmen!
(Read more by clicking on the pic to the left).
The 2018 Homecoming game is scheduled for Fri, Sept 28th against McCutcheon HS. To see a complete list of Homecoming activities and some important things to note regarding those activities, click on the picture to the right.
2018 HHS Homecoming!
School Lunch Information: In accordance with School Board policy, the Superintendent requires School Corporation food Service personnel to comply with National School Lunch Program standards and ...Read More
TSC E-Flyers: TSC supports "green" efforts and as such students and parents can review information about community services or events, flyers from non-profit outside organizations, etc. via TSC E-flyers...Read More
TSC Newsletter Fall 2018...click here to access the TSC Back-To-School Newsletter
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HARRISON HIGH SCHOOL
5701 North 50 West • West Lafayette, IN 47906 • (765) 463-3511