This is Mr. Hettenbach with a simple greeting from the Boulevard.
High Point Central would like to thank all Veterans for their service for this country. Happy Veteran’s Day!
This week, students are off for election day on Tuesday, November 8th, and staff and students are off on Friday November 11th.
FREE MONEY for college!!!!!
FAFSA Workshop – November 10th at 6 PM (Media Center Lab) We will be working on the FAFSA with seniors and parents. Food will be provided, and sign-up is required. https://forms.gle/VHU3naf4ziPLSru46
1st Report Cards will be delivered electronically on Nov 7th. Please stay on top of your student’s grades during the 2nd quarter to make sure they are achieving the best possible final grades for the 1st semester. Please reach out to your student’s teachers with any questions. If you need assistance in how to get automated updates on your student’s grades weekly, please call the school for assistance with PowerSchool.
This past Tuesday, seniors put down their deposit for their cap and gown. If you haven’t’ done so, you will now need to use Herff Jones’ website by clicking on this link . Please make sure you take care of your cap and gown ordering quickly. Here is the Senior timeline as of 10/25.
UNC Pembroke Rep Visit and On-Site admissions – November 7th at 11 AM (Media center)
A rep from UNC Pembroke will have a brief presentation as well as on-site admissions. Seniors will need to bring their transcript (unofficial is okay) and will get admission decision on the spot. Sign-up: https://forms.gle/2FJ1hPZa23yjBera9
FAFSA Workshop – November 10th at 6 PM (Media Center Lab)
We will be working on the FAFSA with seniors and parents. Food will be provided, and sign-up is required. https://forms.gle/VHU3naf4ziPLSru46
Field Trip to Winston-Salem (WFU and WSSU) – November 15th
Limited to juniors and seniors. Students can get a permission slip from Mr. Moore or myself (will be due back on Nov 10th). They will need each teacher to approve that they can miss class that day.
North Carolina Central University Rep Visit – November 18th at 10 AM (Media Center)
A rep from NCCU will visit and have a presentation and Q&A. Sign-up: https://forms.gle/Q8LD9atPi8M77EGm6
The Jason Christopher James Memorial Scholarship applications are due February 5, 2023. One $7,500 award will be given to a student interested in politics, international relations, traveling, and studying/living abroad.
The Tyler David Williams Memorial Scholarship applications are due March 4, 2023. One $2,500 scholarship will be awarded based upon academic achievement. While it is considered during the selection process, economic need is not a prerequisite to apply.
The John Carlton Myatt Creative Writing Scholarship applications are due May 6, 2023. One $3,000 award will be given to a student who intends to pursue a degree in English, Writing, or Language Arts. Examples of creative and/or critical writing must be submitted along with this application.
The Herman and Earline Herbin Scholarship applications are due March 4, 2023. Two $1,750 renewable scholarships will be awarded to two Guilford County high school seniors. The scholarship is primarily need based, but academic standing will be a secondary determining factor.
The Thomas and Bettie O’Briant Scholarship applications are due March 4, 2023. One $2,500 scholarship will be awarded and is renewable for up to four years. This award is based on need and academic achievement.
The Kay Hagan Memorial Scholarship applications are due February 15, 2023. This scholarship is intended for a female high school senior with a passion for community and civic leadership. The $1,000 scholarship is renewable for up to 4 years.
Here is the link to access the above scholarships:
Scholarships – The Community Foundation of Greater Greensboro (cfgg.org)
The nationally renown Learning Hubs have begun! Are you aware that the average graduation rate of students who attended the learning hub is over 96%? Take advantage of all the services the Learning Hub can provide. Every Tuesday and Thursday, the Learning hub offers flexible opportunities for students to receive academic and social emotional supports, tutoring, enrichment, and a free meal outside of regular school hours. Please e-mail Assistant Principal Hagerman for more details.
Yearbooks are on sale now for $65. See or contact Ms. J with any questions.
Are you interested in what goes on behind the scenes at sporting events? If so join CTE as they travel to Charlotte for Career in Sports Day with the Charlotte Hornets for a panel discussion, and a game against the Washington Wizards on December 2nd. For more information see Ms. King in 208
“Winston-Salem Barber College will be in the media center, Monday, November 7th, 2nd block. If you are interested in this field, please see Mr. Lowe, room 221C
The Navy recruiter will be in the cafeteria on Monday, Nov 7th. They will be there for all lunches. Please stop at their table to get information about opportunities in the Navy
UNC Pembroke will visit us on November 7th at 11 AM in the media center. They will be sharing more about their university and also will be providing on-site admissions. Talk to Ms. Trinity if you would like to attend.
We will be holding a FAFSA workshop on November 10th at 6 pm so you can receive help on your student aid applications. Food will be provided, and sign-up is required. See Ms. Trinity with questions or if you would like to sign-up.
If you’re interested in traveling to Spain in 2024, it’s not too late! Spots are filling up fast. Please find Mrs. Ranew in room 200 or Ms. Wanichko in room 206 for details before it’s too late!
For athletes needing a Physical, feel free to use FastMed HPC Sports Twitter Page)
Sports passes will be sold in the Main Office
Always take an opportunity to visit the HPC Athletics Web site for Season long schedules, athletic forms and links, along with the spirit store.
Monday, November 7
1st quarter Report Cards delivered home electronically
Tuesday, November 8
No school for students, teacher workday
Friday, November 11
Veterans Day – No School for Staff and Students
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