Daily Announcements
Hamilton Heights High School
Friday, February 06, 2015
Our mission at Hamilton Heights High School is to empower students to participate in a
technologically challenging, global environment. Our school community aspires to
graduate healthy, responsible citizens who are life-long learners and creative, critical
thinkers.
Our Vision
We envision that Hamilton Heights School Corporation will consistently be ranked in the
top ten percent of the school districts in Indiana based on benchmarks for achievement,
and that our students will be equipped academically and socially to successfully perform
in and adapt to the changing global society.
Off the Grill
Classic sandwiches with specialty
features daily
Friday
2/06/15
Fish Sandwich Hamburger /
Cheeseburger
Signature Selections
From homestyle to
international options,
offering a variety of
favorites and some custom
dishes
Stuffed Crust Pizza
Corner Deli
Grab & Go service
Offered Daily:
Salad Bar, PBJ Meal,
Turkey/Cheese, Sandwich,
Fruit Plate
Chicken Caesar Wrap
Deli Ham Sandwich
This year's SAT class will begin Feb. 17 and run on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3-4 until March
12. Any junior or senior who would like to take the class needs to sign up with Mrs. Volz or Mr.
Towle by Thur., Feb. 12. The cost is $40. You can pay in cash or write a check to either Mrs.
Volz or Mr. Towle.
*ALL SENIORS need to see Mrs. Morse in the Guidance Office to check your
name that will be printed on your diploma. If it is incorrect please let Mrs. Morse
know!
Model United Nations call out meeting Wednesday Feb. 11th, in Mr. Kirschner’s Room H602
during PLC time. For more information please contact Mr. Kirschner, Ben Hiatt, or Madelyn
Merrell.
ATTENTION SPEECH TEAM: Sign up sheet for the Columbus East Meet
on Feb.21st is now posted in room 505.
Also sign up sheet for a Sunday afternoon workshop on Feb 8th is now
posted for all those who are planning to compete at Sectional on March
7th. Critiques from the Greensburg meet are now available for you to pick
up in room 505---REMINDER: regular workshop tomorrow – Thursday.
ATTENTION SPEECH TEAM: Important Speech Team Meeting today
during PLC in room 505. Remaining schedule for the speech year will be
explained and dates given.
Just a reminder: You should not be carrying backpacks throughout the building.
Also remember, student parking is restricted to the north lot only. Students should not be
parking in front of, or behind, the building. We will begin ticketing and/or towing student
vehicles that are not parked in the north lot.
There will be a call out for eligible juniors for Hoosier Boys and Girls State on next Wednesday,
Feb 11 at 2 pm in Ms. Kaiser’s room. Juniors who received the yellow notification are all invited
to attend. Boys & Girls State is a week long experience held at Trine University in June for you
to learn and experience how our government runs. If you are interested in politics, history,
business – you should check it out. Delegates from last year included Joel Boser, BJ Fowler,
Evan Long, Isaac Ray and Hannah Roper. They will be available to answer any questions and
discuss their experience.
Key Club members that plan on going to the Riverwalk nursing home next Tuesday, Feb 10 – at
4 pm – please stop by Ms. Kaiser’s room for directions and more information. Also, if you need
a ride, contact Ms. Kaiser
Softball conditioning and open facility begin this week for any girl not in a winter sport who
plans on trying out in the spring.
Softball open facility for the week of February 9th:
Monday 6:00-7:30
Tuesday 7:30-9:00
Wednesday 6:00 – 7:30
Conditioning for softball is Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays in the fitness center after school.
**The after school workout with Laura Davis and coach Jones is cancelled Friday
Feb. 6.**
Boys Track: Distance, Shot put, and discus conditioning is going on now Monday through
Friday from 3:00-4:15. Conditioning for all other events is Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
from 3:00-4:30. Meet in back hallway by locker rooms. See Coach Jones or Coach Hippensteel
for more information.
There is a sign-up sheet and practice schedule for the girl’s track team on Coach Jones’ office
door next to the pool. The first practice is Feb. 16th. Conditioning times are also posted on the
door.
Ceramic projects that were marked “save “from the first semester must be glazed and ready to
be fired by Monday , February 9th or they will be put in the trash.
Students: Please be sure to visit your My Big Campus wall often for information
from the main office.
Hamilton Heights High School has a new Twitter page. Please look us
up
@hhhshuskies!
HUSKY FAN SHOP
www.huskyfanshoponline.com
This is the Hamilton Heights Official Store to get all of your Husky gear. We've got t-shirts,
sweatshirts, bags, hats, yard signs and much more! Run by the students of Hamilton Heights
BPA, the Husky Fan Shop will be selling husky spirit merchandise at all home Varsity games
and online at huskyfanshoponline.com.
Upcoming Athletic Events:
Friday, February 06 2015
Basketball (Boys Junior Varsity) @Maconaquah High School 6:00 PM Maconaquah High School
Basketball (Boys Varsity) @Maconaquah 7:30 PM Maconaquah High School
Saturday, February 07 2015
Basketball (Boys Freshman) @Tipton 8:30 AM Tipton Tourney
Wrestling (Boys Varsity) @Pendleton Heights 9:00 AM Individual Regionals (V)
Swimming & Diving (Co-ed Varsity) @Noblesville High School 1:00 PM Girls Sectional
Basketball (Boys Junior Varsity) @Hamilton Heights High School 6:00 PM Westfield High School
Basketball (Boys Varsity) @Hamilton Heights High School 7:30 PM Westfield High School
The Hamilton Heights varsity girls basketball team lost their final home game to Yorktown 56-44 last
night. The top scorer for Heights was Lexi Branham with 10 points. The JV squad won their game 37-31.
Attention any students going out for spring sports… official practices
begin soon, and you are required to have a COMPLETED PHYSICAL on
file. If you are not sure if you have one on file or not, see Mrs. Moffatt in
Athletics. Be sure to pick up a physical packet from the office BEFORE
you go to the Dr. to have your physical. Most Dr’s offices will NOT have the
complete packet.
Saturday is our LAST home boys basketball game vs. Westfield, starting at
6:00 pm. We hope to see everyone there!
Guidance Announcements
Denison University hosts a week-long residential summer program in creative writing . The
Reynolds Young Writers Workshop will be held from June 14-21, 2015. The fee for the
eight day program is $1,300. Please feel free to stop by the Guidance Office if you would
like more information.
Today’s students face a number of challenges that can make it difficult for them to
pursue a post-secondary degree. The Ivy Tech Associate Accelerated Program (ASAP)
offers a solution to help students overcome these challenges. ASAP students can earn
their associates degree in one year and be prepared to start their careers or transfer to a
four-year college. Please feel free to stop by the Guidance Office to learn more about this
opportunity.
Seniors: IUK’s Financial Aid Department is conducting FREE FAFSA Workshops for
seniors! IUK wants to offer assistance to students and parents so that they can
accurately complete the 2015-16 FAFSA. Please feel free to stop by the Guidance Office
if you would like more information.
Starting in 2014 Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville will be offering in-state tuition
to students from Indiana. Feel free to stop by the Guidance Office to learn more about
SIEU.
Ivy Tech is proud to present the American Honors College! American Honors is a selective
honors program at community colleges across the country for students who want to
transfer to earn a bachelor’s degree. Seniors can visit www. Apply.AmericanHonors.org to
apply for this program. Please feel free to stop by the Guidance Office to pick up a
brochure.
Are you a senior who plans on attending Indiana University-Bloomington? The Collins
Living-Learning Center might be of interest to you. Collins is a close knit community of 500
students-the smallest residence hall on campus-and also a diverse one! For a student who
wants a small college experience at a major research university, the Collins Living-Learning
Center is a wonderful choice. To learn more about the Collins Living-Learning Center feel
free to pick up a brochure in the Guidance Office.
Seniors: The Associated Accelerated Program (ASAP) is a program at Ivy Tech that allows
students to earn a two year degree in just one year. Please stop by the Guidance Office to
learn more about this tremendously affordable way to complete an Ivy Tech degree!
Seniors: Please feel free to stop by the Guidance Office and pick up a brochure with in
depth College Admissions Information for all Indiana public and private Colleges.
Important application fee and deadline information are included in this document.
Are you a highly academic high school interested in the field of Medicine? The National
Youth Leadership Forum on Medicine might be of interest to you. Stop by the Guidance
office if you would like more information on this opportunity.
All Juniors and Seniors: Please click here for a helpful guide for SAT and ACT Test
Preparation Options. Online Test Preparation sites, local and/or Independent Tutors, and
SAT/ACT Guides are included on this from! Please feel free to print this information off
to help assist your child in preparation for taking the ACT or SAT test.
The Navy ROTC program is a great way to get college paid for… and be part of the Naval
branch of our Armed Forces. Notre Dame is the one school in-state that has a NROTC
program, but numerous out of state universities have this opportunity. Please feel free to
pick up information in the Guidance Office, or talk with the Navy representative who visits
our school.
Are you a senior interested in Indiana State University? Sycamore Preview Days
will be held on February 16, and April 18. Please feel free to call 800-GO-TO-ISU for
more information. In support of College GO Week ISU will waive its standard $25
undergraduate application fee during the entire month of September!
Scholarship Information
Seniors: The Hamilton County Masters Gardeners Association is currently accepting
applications for the 2015-16 Barney Hobbs Horticultural Scholarship. Five $3,000
scholarships will be awarded to high school seniors or college students who are residents
of Hamilton County and intend to major in Horticulture or a related subject such as
agriculture, botany or landscape architecture/design. Applications can be downloaded at
www.HCMA.org. Please feel free to pick up an application in the Guidance Office. The
application deadline is March 15, 2015.
Beta Sigma Psi is proud to announce several scholarships available to Lutheran men who will
be starting college in 2015. Alumni from Beta Sigma Psi chapters at the University of
Illinois, Indiana University, and Purdue University will select well-qualified individuals to be
honored with the Christian Leadership Award, a $1,500 scholarship! Please feel free to
stop by the Guidance office to pick up a scholarship application. The application deadline is
February 14, 2015.
Hunter Law office is proud to award one deserving high school senior with a $500
scholarship! The Twists and Turns scholarship is open to all qualified high school students
from Hamilton County. Please feel free to pick up a scholarship application in the Guidance
Office. The application deadline is April 17, 2015.
High School Seniors interested in furthering their education at a college or technical
school could be eligible for the North Central Co-op Scholarships. Go to www.ncc.coop to
learn more about this scholarship opportunity. All completed applications and transcripts
need to be e-mailed to [email protected] by March 1, 2015.
Are you a senior interested in pursuing an accredited post- secondary educational program
in fashion design? The “Aspiring Fashion Professional” Scholarship might be of interest to
you. Please go to http://www.fashion-schools.org/ and find more information (at the
bottom of the page) about this $1,000 scholarship. The application deadline is June 1,
2015.
Are you a senior interested in pursuing an animation career path at an accredited postsecondary institution? The “Aspiring Animation Professional” Scholarship might be of
interest to you. Go http://www.animationcareerreview.com/ to find (right side of page)
eligibility information. The application deadline is June 1, 2015.
Are you a senior planning to pursue a career in a health-related field at a post-secondary
college, university, or technical school? The PHP Scholarship Program might be of interest
to you. Go to www.phpni.com and click on the “2014-15 Scholarship Program” article on the
home page to learn more about this scholarship opportunity. The deadline for submission is
February 20th, 2015. You must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.
The Christian Connector provides a FREE Christian college information service as well as a
$2,500 Christian college drawing. Students can simply log onto
www.ChristianConnector.com to request information and automatically be entered in the
$2,500 scholarship drawing!
Are you a senior student (male) who plans on attending Indiana University? The Sigma Phi
Epsilon Fraternity “Balanced Man” Scholarship might be of interest to you. Please feel
free to stop by Mr. Trachtman’s office by February 1st to learn more about this
scholarship opportunity.
The Indiana Breast Awareness Trust, Inc. (IBCAT) is currently accepting applications for
the Nancy Jaynes Memorial Scholarship. The scholarship of up to $1,500 for college or
post-secondary schooling is awarded to an Indiana High School Senior (s) whose parent is
battling breast cancer or who has lost a parent to breast cancer. Students may download
an application at: www.breatcancerplate.org. The application deadline is February 9, 2015.
Are you a high school senior who plans on majoring in Health and Human Science or a
related field? The Hamilton County Extension Homemaker’s Association awards four $500
scholarships for students from Hamilton County. For the 2015-15 school year, the
Hamilton County Extension Homemakers will be awarding two additional $500 scholarships
to two students majoring in Elementary Education! Feel free to go online to download an
application at:
https://extension.purdue.edu/Hamilton/Pages/article.aspx?intItemID=4549 or pick up an
application in the Guidance Office. The application deadline is March 1, 2015.
Seniors: Over the next 3 months there will be numerous local scholarships to apply for
through the Guidance office. Winners of these scholarships will be recognized at Honors
Night on May 13. Please make sure you apply for these scholarships in a timely manner. All
scholarships need to be handed into the Guidance office by the scholarship application due
date. No late scholarships will be accepted. Please make sure to hand your scholarship
application directly to Mr. Trachtman. If you have any questions feel free to stop by the
Guidance Office.
Are you a high school senior who plans on majoring in Engineering, Technology, Design or
Business, with an interest in the automotive industry? The Buick Achievers Scholarship
seeks to recognize extraordinary students who have overcome obstacles and have worked
diligently to better themselves and their community. Go online to: www.buickachievers.com
to apply. The application deadline is February 27, 2015.
The Chi Chapter of Sigma Delta Pi is proud to announce the presentation of a $1,000
scholarship. This scholarship will be presented to a 2014-15 graduating senior who plans
to become a teacher and who is from a school where Chi Chapter members taught; or to a
relative of a Chi Chapter member as a legacy award. The application deadline is March 6,
2015. Please stop by Guidance Office if you would like a scholarship application.
The Ryan White Scholarship will be given to a senior at Hamilton Heights High School
Senior pursuing a four-year bachelor’s degree (or higher) in one of the following fields:
Health, Medicine, or Education. A minimum of two $1,000 scholarships will be awarded to
recipients. Please feel free to pick up a scholarship application in the Guidance Office. All
applications must be handed into Mr. Trachtman in the Guidance Office by February 27,
2015.
The Hamilton North Chamber of Commerce is pleased to present the Times/Hamilton
North Chamber $750 Scholarship opportunity to a college-bound senior. Scholarship
applications will be judged on: GPA, Extracurricular Activities, Leadership Skills, and
Involvement in his/her Community. Applications are now available at:
http://hamiltonnorthchamber.com/pages/AboutUs/ or you may pick up a scholarship
application in the Guidance Office. Handwritten application will not be accepted! Email
completed application to [email protected] before February 28, 2015.
The Riverview Health Foundation will be awarding a $1,000 Malcolm Bray Medical
Scholarship to one graduating senior from each of the seven Hamilton County public high
schools. A scholarship committee, selected by each school system, will be responsible for
preliminary student selections. The applicant must plan to pursue a career in the health
care field (Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in a medical field such as nursing, physical
therapy, lab technology, etc.) – Dentistry is not applicable. The applicant must have a least
a “B” cumulative GPA and demonstrated community leadership. Please feel free to pick up a
scholarship application in the Guidance Office. All applications need to be handed into Mr.
Trachtman before March 20, 2015.
The American Legion Auxiliary Medical Post 341 awards three (3) $500 scholarships to
seniors entering a medical related field. Scholarship considerations include: GPA, school
and community involvement, financial need, and applicant’s interest in chosen medical
profession. Please feel free to pick up a scholarship application in the Guidance Office. All
applications need to be handed into Mr. Trachtman before March 6, 2015.
The Cicero American James Evans Legion Post 341 will award $2,000 in scholarships this
year. The scholarship is in memory of Phil Kaiser – a dedicated member to the veterans
organization and his community. Scholarship considerations include: dedicated classroom
student, school and community involvement, financial need, applicant’s interest in chosen
field, and veteran relationship. Please feel free to pick up a scholarship application in the
Guidance Office. All applications need to handed into Mr. Trachtman before March 6,
2015.
The Husky Champion Club, in honor of Chris Elbrecht, will be awarding one male student
athlete (who will be attending college in the fall of 2015 and continuing their baseball
career) a $500 scholarship. Scholarship criteria: enrolled in a Division 2,3, NAIA or Junior
College program, cumulative GPA must be above a “C” average, community/school/church
involvement, and positive mental attitude and leadership ability. Please feel free to pick up
a scholarship application in the Guidance Office. All scholarship applications need to be
handed into Mr. Trachtman before March 13, 2015.
The Husky Champions Club will be awarding a $500 scholarship to one senior male and
female athlete who will be continuing their athletic careers at a Division 2,3, NAIA, or
Junior College. Applicants must have a cumulative GPA above a “C” average, have a positive
mental attitude/leadership ability, and shown community/school/church involvement.
Please feel free to pick up a scholarship application in the Guidance Office. All applications
must be handed into Mr. Trachtman by March 13, 2015.
The Joe Booker Endowed Scholarship for Limited Government and Judeo Christian Values
was established to provide financial assistance to a student who believes in
constitutionally-based limited government based on Judeo Christian values. This
scholarship is open to seniors who reside in Indiana, with a preference given to students
residing in or from Arcadia or Cicero Indiana. You must have at least a 3.0 GPA to apply
for the scholarship opportunity. Please feel free to pick up scholarship information in the
Guidance Office. Students must submit their scholarship application using the CICF online
application system which can be accessed by visiting www.cicf.org/scholarships. The
application deadline is March 2, 2015.
The Biddle Memorial Foundation Scholarship honors Velma and Ken Biddle, Sheridan
residents, who achieved success through hard work and shared that success through
philanthropic support of their community. This scholarship opportunity is open to seniors
from either Sheridan or Hamilton Heights High School. This is a $2,500 scholarship
(renewable for a 2nd year) to a student who plans to pursue a 2 year degree at Ivy Tech
Community College, demonstrates financial need, and exemplifies leadership and community
involvement/service. Completed applications must be emailed to [email protected] by
March 2, 2015.
Are you a senior interested in entering the field of Cosmetology? Kaye’s Beauty College is
offering scholarship opportunities! Please feel free to pick up scholarship information in
the Guidance Office.
The Lions Club Academic Scholarship opportunity is open to seniors. Please feel free to
stop by the Guidance Office to pick up scholarship information. All scholarship applications
need to be handed into Mr. Trachtman by March 6, 2015.
The Atlanta New Earth Festival Committee is pleased to present a $1,000 non-renewing
scholarship for a 2015 graduate of Hamilton Heights High School. The intent of this
scholarship is to provide financial assistance to a student who may not otherwise receive
scholarship aid and has a financial need. Please feel free to pick up an application in the
Guidance Office. All scholarship applications need to be handed into Mr. Trachtman by
March 13, 2015.
Are you a senior who will major in Secondary or Elementary Education in college? The
Hamilton Heights $500 Faculty Scholarship might be of interest to you. Please feel free
to pick up a scholarship application in the Guidance Office. All scholarship applications
need to be handed into Mr. Trachtman by February 27, 2015.
Cicero Kiwanis will award the William Conder $2,000 scholarship to a graduating Hamilton
Heights senior. Financial need, school and community activities, and community service will
be important criteria in evaluating applicants. Students will provide a written essay and will
be interviewed by the Kiwanis membership. Please feel free to pick up a scholarship
application in the Guidance Office. All applications need to be handed into Mr. Trachtman
by February 27, 2015.
Cicero Kiwanis will award the Key Club $1,000 scholarship to a graduating Hamilton
Heights senior. Applicants must be a current and active member of Key Club. Community
service and being active in school and community activities are important criteria in
evaluating applicants. Students will provide a written essay and will be interviewed by the
Kiwanis membership. Please feel free to pick up a scholarship application in the Guidance
office. All applications need to be handed into Mr. Trachtman by February 27, 2015.
Are you a senior who plans to attend a Technical/Vocational School (Ivy Tech, Mechanical
School, Business School, Culinary School) after graduating from high school? The Cicero
Kiwanis Technical/Vocational Scholarship may be of interest to you. Please feel free to
pick up a scholarship application in the Guidance Office. All applications need to be handed
into Mr. Trachtman by February 27, 2015.
Are you a senior committed to pursuing an education and career in Law Enforcement? The
Indiana Sheriffs’ Association Scholarship might be of interest to you. All applicants must
have taken the SAT or ACT to apply. Please feel free to pick up an application in the
Guidance Office. All applications need to be mailed to the Indiana Sheriffs; Association
before April 1, 2015.
Are you a senior who plans on pursuing a bachelor’s degree (or higher) in the Engineering
field at an accredited institution? The Nick Ozolins $1,000 Scholarship might be of
interest to you. Nick was a 2010 graduate of Hamilton Heights High School and was very
involved in the Engineering Department. This scholarship has been established to carry on
his love of engineering and love for his community. Please feel free to pick up a scholarship
application in the Guidance Office. All applications need to be handed into Mr. Trachtman
by March 20, 2015.
The Naomi R. Williamson $100 Scholarship will be awarded to a senior at Hamilton Heights
High School who has a relative who is or was a member of an Extension Homemakers Club.
Naomi dedicated her life to community service. She was a member of the Hamilton County
Extension Homemakers for over 60 years! Please feel free to pick up a scholarship in the
Guidance Office. All scholarship applications need to be handed into Mr. Trachtman by
March 27, 2015.
Are you a senior on the Men’s Soccer team? Do you have at least a “B” cumulative grade
point average? The Matthew Cahill $500 Soccer Scholarship may be of interest to you.
Matthew was intelligent, wise, athletic, sociable, humorous, and intense – with his greatest
gift being perseverance. Please feel free to pick up a scholarship application in the
Guidance Office. All applications need to be handed into Mr. Trachtman by March 20,
2015.
The Phi Beta Psi Sorority is proud to present a $400 scholarship to a deserving senior.
Selections will be based upon the following criteria: Leadership, Community Involvement,
Scholarship, Citizenship, and Financial Need. Please feel free to pick up a scholarship
application in the Guidance Office. All scholarship application need to be handed into Mr.
Trachtman by March 2, 2015.