Good morning, Panther Families!
Please view the updates and reminders for the week! Monday is Day 2, and students will attend classes 2, 4, 6, and 8.
| HHS Safety We will conduct another safety drill this week. An update will be provided at the conclusion of the drill. For additional safety information, please visit the HCPS Crisis Preparedness link for Parents. |
| HHS Back to School Night! Monday, September 8, 6:00 - 8:00 Parents and students are invited to meet the staff, tour the building, and join clubs! We will also have presentations from our Attendance Officer, Senior Parent Meeting, and AP Meeting. Don’t forget to join the PTSO! We hope to see you there! |
| HHS Counseling Parents, we would like to hear your thoughts on how School Counseling can serve your students. Please complete this Parent Needs Assessment. Please get in touch with Mrs. Jones at mmjones@henrico.k12.va.us with any questions or concerns. Student Schedules - Counselors will adjust classes for scheduling errors only. September College Visits - HHS partners with colleges and universities to schedule visits with admissions officers during the school year. All interested students should obtain a pass from School Counseling to attend a session! HCPS Life Ready Expo - HCPS will host the Life Ready Expo on September 17 at HHS from 6:00-8:00. This is an excellent event for students to explore career options. We hope to see you there! College and Career Night - HCPS will host the College and Career Night at the Regency Adult Education center on October 21 from 6:00 - 8:00. Representatives from Colleges and various careers will be on site to connect with all students in attendance. |
| Rho Kappa (Social Studies National Honor Society) Applications are now open. Current members do not need to apply. The application is due by Friday, 9/12 at 3:55 pm. See Mr. Day (room 151) or Ms. Franson (137) if you have any questions. |
| Support for Students struggling with substance use At Hermitage High School, the health, wellness, and success of our students are the shared responsibility of our young people, their families, and our community of caring educators. We recognize the challenges that substance use can bring to our students, and we are committed to educating students on the risks of substance use while also ensuring that anyone who is struggling with substance use has access to resources and treatment support. Our school has a number of evidence-based programs and interventions ranging from classroom lessons to more specific services based on individual student needs. We have a staff member who is dedicated to helping families navigate resources and make connections to wraparound services for students struggling with substance use. If you have questions about youth substance use or if you are seeking support for your student, I encourage you to reach out directly to our Tiered Intervention School Counselor, Ms. Annaleigh Broad, at asbroad@henrico.k12.va.us or via her confidential phone line (804) 866-2687. Through the Henrico CARES initiative, you also have access to the following services at no cost to your family:
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| HHS Community Forum Please join us on Wednesday at 7:00 for our Weekly Community Forum. We will discuss all HHS events and address any questions! Microsoft Teams: Need help? Meeting ID: 220 157 793 362 8 Passcode: Ko2HA3JS Dial in by phone +1 804-394-5753,,675811423# United States, Farnham Phone conference ID: 675 811 423# |
| Equity Ambassadors Applications- Are you interested in making Hermitage and Henrico County a safe place for all students to live and learn? Apply today- the application deadline is October 5. See Mrs. Hyde in Room 136 with questions. The Equity Ambassador program is designed to create a safe place for students across the school district to discuss current issues impacting our school communities while providing them with knowledge and leadership skills to assist them as they work to promote equity and diversity (inclusivity) efforts in their school community. |
| College Visits this Week @The Herm The HHS School Counseling Department partners with Admissions Officers from various colleges/universities to schedule presentations to all interested students. Admission Officers from Virginia Tech will be on campus during AIRRTime on Wednesday, September 10. Representatives from Longwood University will visit on Thursday, September 11. Students should connect with School Counseling to obtain a pass should they want to attend. |
| Dillard's Department Store is thrilled to announce our annual Homecoming Event on September 13th, 2025. This event will be held at all Dillard's locations near you. A day of fun will start at 1 pm on September 13th with cosmetic demonstrations and the chance to schedule a personal appointment for homecoming night. There will also be a photo station, music, men's suit fitting services, and more! Plus, students who purchase a Junior's Social Occasion dress of $79.00 or more will receive a FREE selfie ring light! Thank you for your support, and we can't wait to see your students at our Homecoming Shop! |
| Class of 2026! Your Cap and Gown orders have been placed with Josten's and will be delivered during lunches on Tuesday, September 23! If you have not yet completed the form for sizing, please complete this form now: |
| Fall Underclass Pictures! Fall Pictures for all 9th, 10th, and 11th-grade students will be held on September 16 and 17. Please visit the Strawbridge link to register and purchase photos. |
| PSAT Testing All HCPS Freshmen and Sophomores will participate in PSAT Testing on October 8. Please see the attached letter for additional details |
| September 8-12 (Student Activities Calendar)
Looking Way Ahead
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Thanks for your continued support of HHS! Stay safe and Roll Pride!