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February 13, 2015
Hanford High School is hosting a free SAT Practice Test to all 10th, 11th, and 12th grade
students that sign up in the main office. The free test is sponsored by Sylvan Learning Center.
The Practice SAT test will start at 9 AM on February 16th in the Hanford High School
Commons. Again the test is free, yet you still must sign up in the main office with Mrs. Hammitt
by Friday, February 13th.
On Tuesday February 17th, there will be a dress swap in the commons at 6 pm until 8 pm. Come to buy,
sell, or swap dresses for prom. Feel free to bring your mom. Formal dresses only please.
Contact Marissa Savitch or Ellie Mendoza for any questions.
Any current sophomore or junior who would like to attend Tri Tech Skills Center next year,
please pick up an application from Mrs. Patitucci in the counseling office.
Running Start information night for students & parents is February 24, 2015 at 6 pm in the HHS
auditorium
If you want to sign-up to donate blood for the upcoming Red Cross Blood Drive there will be tables today
(2/11) and tomorrow (2/12) at lunch to return parent permission packets or pick up packets. If you want to
turn in packets or sign-up before or after school, go to Mr. Kelly's room 1208.
In the Northwest, the Red Cross needs 5,000 units of blood each week, so our drive really saves lives.
HHS
We won the food drive at the game on Friday against the Bombers. We brought in 89 cans of food!
Teens for Jeans:
This week (February 9-13) is the last week to bring in lightly worn jeans to your third period class. The
jeans that are collected will be donated to homeless teens. Jeans can be colored or have rips as long as
they were purchased like that. The third hour that collects the most jeans will receive a pizza party!
TUTORING/HOMEWORK HELP
Tuesday and Thursday from
2:30—3:30 p.m. in Room 1537
Friday from 1:30—2:30 p.m. in Room 1406 (Library)
PE Makeups in the Fitness Lab
If you need help with your academic subjects or need a place to do homework, please use this
free service courtesy of the HHS Key club members. This program will continue throughout the
school year.
SPORTS
Wow!!!! The Hanford Basketball Program and Mr. Mayer wish to thank the massive amount
of people who attended last Friday's game vs. Richland. It was awesome to have a packed and
LOUD Falcon Gym. Great job on the White Out Night.
Now we need you all back tonight at 7PM for our District Playoff Game vs. Kamiakin. You make
a HUGE difference. We appreciate and need you. Come have fun and help the Falcons take
down the Braves.
There will be a meeting Tuesday, in the office during both lunches, for all BOYS interested in playing golf
this year.
Golf! Golf! Golf! Attention all Girls interesting in playing Golf this spring should contact Mr.
Neumayer in room 2604. The season Begins March 2nd. There is a parent meeting February
18th at 6:00 pm in the commons.
TENNIS PLAYERS!
Come to a quick meeting Wednesday, Feb. 18th, in Mr. Wilson's Room 2013. The meeting is only a half
an hour, but is essential if you plan on playing tennis for the Mighty Falcons this year (JV or Varsity). The
tennis season is just weeks away and we want to hit the courts running!
The Spring Sports Parent Meeting will be on Wednesday, February 18th at 6 PM in the Hanford
Commons. All students and parents are invited to attend and meet with coaches. They will go over their
program, practice schedules and what to expect this season. Please plan on attending.
FALCON FRIDAYS!!!
Every Friday is Falcon Friday!!! Purple and Gold is the color to wear. Deck yourself out in all the Purple
and Gold you can find.
CLUB INFORMATION
The Gamers Club will be held on Friday’s in Mrs. T. Smith’s Room 2205 from 1:30-3:00 PM
Gaming systems will be available for use.
Joining requires students to have an ASB membership and a turned in parental consent form.
Students looking to join can get consent forms from Mrs. Tara Smith.
Knitting Club will be moving from Mrs. Swanson's room to Mrs. Bell's room on Wednesdays after school.
NEW TIME: 2:30-3:30pm. No fee to participate so please join us.
Ping pong club will be meeting on Tuesday's after school at 2:30 in the falcon gym (behind the
bleachers). We will be meet for 30 minutes.
DECA club meetings are held every Wednesday in Mrs. Shively's room 1202.
RECYCLE CLUB
Recycle Club meets on Fridays directly after school. It only takes half an hour of your time, and it's really
beneficial to our school. If you are interested, we meet in Mrs. Stordeur's room at 1:30PM
Parents can also help HHS Recycle Club by purchasing supplies or recycling ink cartridges at Staples.
Just give the cashier the school’s telephone number, 509-967-6500, and Recycle Club will receive credit.
So far with our credit, we have been able to purchase blue recycle containers.
Last year we recycled over 125,000 lbs of material!!
Engineering Club is for all students interested in Robotics, programming, circuitry, business, and
whatever other engineering activities you want to do. Students are free to come even if they have
absolutely no engineering knowledge or experience!
Engineering Club meets on Thursday nights @ 6:30 in Mrs. Stordeur’s room #2610. We learn about
robotics, programming and other cool electronics.
Key Club is an international student-led organization which provides its members with opportunities to
provide service, build character and develop leadership.
Key Club meets every Monday night @ 7:00 in the HHS Commons. Membership fee is $15.00
Knowledge Bowl meets on Wednesdays at 2:30 PM in Mr. Wilsons Room (2013). Come test your wits
and learn new information in a friendly yet competitive setting. This is a great opportunity to get hands-on
experience.
Knowledge Bowl will practice in Mrs. Stordeur's room this Wednesday only, because of the tennis
meeting in Mr. Wilson's Room from 2:30-3:00.
ECOLOGY CLUB
Ecology Club meets every Wednesday at 2:30 PM in Mr. Johns' classroom #2613.
It's a lot of fun if you're not afraid to get down and dirty!
It's never too late to join, so come hang out at Ecology Club
JSA stands for Junior State of America and is a nationwide organization that provides an avenue for
teens to debate and discuss government and politics. It's a great way to learn more about our government
and become a better public speaker. Come check it out!
JSA meets every other Monday in Ms. McKee’s Room #2007 @ 2:30 PM
International Club meets every Tuesday after school in Mrs. McKee's room 2007. All students welcome to
attend! Come meet the foreign exchange students and learn about different cultures!
French Club meets the first Wednesday of every month during both lunches in Madame Sant's room
We meet every Monday from 2:35 to 3:30 PM, at Mrs. Moursund's room, 1537.
SCIENCE BOWL
Science Bowl meets in Mr. Palmer's room #1610 on Tuesday’s @ 2:30
BUDDY CLUB
Buddy Club is a fun club that unites students with and without disabilities. Come to learn more of what it is
all about. There is no fee to join the club. Buddy Club held is every Friday during both lunches in Mr.
Manka's room, room 1532.
Buddy Club is a fun inclusive club for students that has different events throughout the year including:
going to the movies, having a Monster Mash, going bowling, and having a huge prom for Buddy Clubs
from high schools all over the Tri-Cities.
PTA NEWS
Panda Express Fundraiser!
February 14th from 11:30 am- 9:30 pm at 2885 Duportail St. Suite 1, Richland, WA 99352,
Take the opportunity to enjoy a night out with your significant other and order Panda Express for the kids!
Panda Express flyer (attached) must be shown to the cashier prior to paying. Photos of the flyer on your
mobile phone are accepted. Hanford Secondary PTSA receives 20% of each order.
SENIOR NEWS
You've only given a little spark of madness. You mustn't lose it
Career Center: This is a great resource for you. Watch for announcements of college representatives
who come there at lunches to talk with you. Mrs. Richardson, Career Center Director, has lists of job
opportunities and can assist with various applications you make. Additionally, if you need instructions
or help with your High School and Beyond Plan, Mrs. Richardson is your “go-to” faculty member.
Scholarships: there will be a new influx of scholarship postings this month. We also put this
information on the white boards in the counseling office. A few were added today and we will keep
adding this information as it comes in. Additionally, you can register at www.fastweb.com to learn
about possible scholarships.
College Admissions: Most of you have applied for college by now, but there is still time to meet the
deadline at EWU and CWU, two very good universities in our state.
FAFSA: If you haven’t applied for FAFSA yet, please do so immediately. You will need your taxes from
2013 if 2014 are not available. You and your parents must seek a PIN at the same site: www.fafsa.gov.
This is not optional if you intend to attend college next year. All schools base their financial aid,
scholarships, grants, etc. on the FAFSA, so it must be on file.
Make sure you order your Cap & Gown
Order forms in the office
www.jostens.com
1-877-475-7027
February 13- Last Day To Donate To Jeans For Teens
February 13- Buddy Club; Mr. Manka’s Room; Both Lunches
February 13- Gamer’s Club; T. Smith’s Room; 1:30 PM
February 13- Recycle Club; Mrs. Stordeur’s Room; 1:30 PM
February 14- Panda Express fundraiser (See flyer above)
February 16- Presidents Day; NO SCHOOL
February 16- FREE SAT Practice Test; HHS Commons; 9:00 AM
February 17- Ping Pong Club; Falcon Gym; 2:30 PM
February 17- Science Bowl; Mr. Palmer’s Room; 2:30 PM
February 17- Dress Swap; HHS Commons; Time=TBA
February 18- Knitting Club; Ms. Swanson’s Room; 2:30 PM
February 18- DECA Club; Mrs. Shively’s Room; 2:30 PM
February 18- Ecology Club; Mr. Johns’ Room; 2:30 PM
February 18- Knowledge Bowl; Mrs. Stordeur’s Room; 2: 30 PM
February 18- Spring Sports Parent Meeting; HHS Commons; 6:00 PM
February 19- Engineering Club; Mrs. Stordeur’s Room; 6:30 PM
February 20- Buddy Club; Mr. Manka’s Room; Both Lunches
February 20- Gamer’s Club; T. Smith’s Room; 1:30 PM
February 20- Recycle Club; Mrs. Stordeur’s Room; 1:30 PM
February 23- HHS Blood Drive
February 23- Math Club; Mrs. Moursund’s Room; 2:30 PM
February 23- Key Club; HHS Commons; 7:00 PM
February 24- Ping Pong Club; Falcon Gym; 2:30 PM
February 24- Science Bowl; Mr. Palmer’s Room; 2:30 PM
February 24- Running Start Parent/Student Meeting; HHS Auditorium; 6:00 PM
February 24- College In HS Meeting; HHS Auditorium; 7:00 PM
February 25- Knitting Club; Ms. Swanson’s Room; 2:30 PM
February 25- Knowledge Bowl; Mr. Wilson’s Room; 2: 30 PM
February 25- Ecology Club; Mr. Johns’ Room; 2:30 PM
February 25- DECA Club; Mrs. Shively’s Room; 2:30 PM
February 26- Engineering Club; Mrs. Stordeur’s Room; 6:30 PM
February 26- Foreign Languages Broom Ball; Large Eyrie Gym; 6:00 PM
February 27- Parent Teacher Conferences; EARLY DISMISSAL @ 11:00 AM