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College Night: Monday, Oct. 16
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Don't miss your chance to meet with representatives from 200+ colleges and universities this coming Monday, Oct. 16, from 6:30-8 p.m. in the H-F Fieldhouse! Get your questions answered by reps who may be reviewing your application and explore all of the options open to you! Admission is free - all students in Grades 9-12 and parents are welcome.
New this year!
Make it easier to get on your favorite school's mailing lists by registering in advance at
www.strivefair.com
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You'll receive a barcode for your phone that college reps can scan during College Night.
For more information about College Night, please contact the Guidance Department at 708-335-5612.
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Fall Orchestra Concert: Tonight!
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Tonight (Oct. 12) at 7:30 p.m. enjoy the first official orchestra concert of the new school year! Performing will be H-F's Chamber Orchestra, Sinfonia Ensemble, Symphonic Strings & Viking Orchestra, under the direction of Mr. Engrav, Fine Arts teacher. Highlights will include West Side Story, Esperance and Counting Stars.
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Next up for Music: Fall Choral Concert, Oct. 15, 3 p.m.
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HFU Workshops: Coming Soon
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- Teen Substance Abuse: What Every Parent Should Know
Parents, you are encouraged to bring your teens to this crash course in the latest trends in teen substance abuse from H-F Social Worker and Student Assistance Coordinator Mr. Barker. You will learn about the changing landscape of marijuana and the use of "dabs," the widespread abuse of prescription drugs, and other current drug issues. Please join us on Wednesday, Oct. 18, at 7 p.m. in the TLC.
- College 101: College Is Not Just a Dream - It's a Plan! Parents, bring your freshmen and sophomores to learn about the ins and outs of the college search, including which colleges to consider, costs and scholarships, and matching interests with career pathways. A college representative will overview college life, lingo, and discuss what it means to be a successful student. Please join us on Thursday, Oct. 19, at 7 p.m. in South Building Room E1.
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Immunizations & Health Forms -
Due by Oct. 15!
- If they haven't done this already, freshmen students must submit a health form from their doctor's office that shows up-to-date immunizations, including current Tdap and Varicella vaccinations.
- Also, all senior students must show a history of either: two meningitis vaccines or one meningitis vaccine given after the age of 16.
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Special College Fair set for Oct. 25 at Glenbrook North
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Parents and students are invited to attend CHOICES: Postsecondary Planning for College-Bound Students with an IEP, 504 Plan, Official Accommodations Plan or history of a disability on Wednesday, Oct. 25, at Glenbrook North High School in Northbrook.
CHOICES provides students with learning differences/special needs/disabilities, parents and educators with important information to assist in post-secondary transition planning. Approximately 60 colleges, universities and college transition programs will be at this special college fair to meet with families. The event also will include a series of informational breakout sessions prior to the fair, beginning at 6 p.m.
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While our freshmen, sophomores and juniors were testing on Wednesday, Oct. 11, approximately 150 area senior citizens enjoyed breakfast in the South Cafeteria. The seniors - including
Mary Cantway, age 103 (above right) - were entertained by Viking Orchestra students, then given tours of the buildings during this annual community event.
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Four Vikings recognized for their Viking Values
Congratulations to:
- Kayla Bennett, senior, for her empathy (nominated by Ms. Mustafah)
- Zion Hunter, senior, for her compassion and empathy (nominated by Ms. Mustafah)
- Chad Martin, senior, for his perseverance (nominated by Mrs. Boyd)
- Nathaniel Williams, senior, for his effort (nominated by Ms. Smith)
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Strong start for H-F Scholastic Bowl Team
Congratulations to the H-F Varsity Scholastic Bowl team for a strong start to its 2017-18 season.
On Saturday
at the University of Illinois Earlybird Tournament, H-F went 8-2 with victories over Bradley-Bourbonnais, Rolling Meadows, Glenwood and twice against Springfield.
The A team was led by senior Luca Strohmeier, who averaged 36 points per game on toss-ups. The B team was led by junior Jimmy Humphrey, who finished the tournament as the entire tournament's 8th highest scorer (out of 119).The team is coached by Mr. Sacks, Math teacher.
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At the IHSA Boys Golf Sectionals - hosted by H-F at Balmoral Woods Golf Course on Oct. 9 - junior Perry
Hoag
shot a two over par 74, earning the 2nd Place medal out of 112 competitors! Perry now advances to IHSA State this weekend in Bloomington.
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Teacher invited as special reader
Congratulations to Ms. Mustafah, English teacher, who was invited to read at the Arab American National Museum's library in Dearborn, Mich., on Friday, Oct. 6. The museum is the only one of its kind in the U.S. that hosts historical and contemporary exhibits on Arab American narratives and contributions in every sector of American life.
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Please note: Only home games & playoffs are listed. For a complete list of athletic events, click here...
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THURSDAY, OCT. 12 -
50-min. periods
- Meet with the U. of Kentucky, 8:30 a.m. @ College Room
- Meet with Temple U., 9:30 a.m. @ College Room
- Meet with Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising, 10:30 a.m. @ College Room
- Meet with Pennsylvania State U., 11:30 a.m. @ College Room
- Meet with the U. of Louisville, 1 p.m. @ College Room
- Open Gym, 3:15-5:30 p.m. @ North Weight Room
- Open Gym - Gymnastics, 3:15-5:15 p.m. @ North Gymnastics Room
- Open Gym - Basketball, 3:20-5:30 p.m. @ Fieldhouse
- Football (FA) vs. Andrew, 4:30 p.m. @ North Field
- Girls Volleyball vs. Bolingbrook, 4:30 p.m. @ North & South Gyms
- Boys Soccer (F) vs. Sandburg, 4:30 p.m. @ Fresh. Field
- Boys Soccer (JV) vs. L-W West, 4:30 p.m. @ JV Field
- Boys Soccer (V) vs. L-W West - Senior Night!, 5 p.m. @ H-F Stadium
- Fall Orchestra Concert, 7:30 p.m. @ Mall Auditorium
FRIDAY, OCT. 13 -
50-min. periods
- Open Gym - Basketball, 6-7:15 a.m. @ North Gym
- Meet with the College of Wooster, 11:30 a.m. @ College Room
- Meet with Eckerd College, 11:30 a.m. @ College Room
- Open Gym - Gymnastics, 3:15-5:15 p.m. @ North Gymnastics Room
- Open Gym - Basketball, 3:20-5:30 p.m. @ Fieldhouse
- Ice Hockey (V) vs. Spartans, 6:35 p.m. @ H-F Ice Arena
SATURDAY, OCT. 14
- Incoming Freshmen Placement Testing, 7:30 a.m. @ South Building
- H-F Debate Nordic Invitational, 8 a.m. @ North Building
- Math & Science Tutoring, 9 a.m.-Noon @ TLC
- H-F Orchestra Candy Sale, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. @ Jewel-Osco, 177th & Halsted
SUNDAY, OCT. 15
- Math & Science Tutoring, 2-5 p.m. @ TLC
- Viking Choir Fall Concert, 3 p.m. @ Mall Auditorium
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MONDAY, OCT. 16 -50-min. periods
- Open Gym, 3:15-5:30 p.m. @ North Weigh Room
- Jazz Band Auditions begin, 3:15 p.m. @ South Room M3
- College Night, 6:30-8 p.m. @ Fieldhouse
TUESDAY, OCT. 17
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Block 1 Day
- Meet with the U. of Michigan, 8:30 a.m. @ College Room
- Meet with the Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design, 11:30 a.m. @ College Room
- Meet with Colorado Christian U., 1:40 p.m. @ College Room
- Open Gym, 3:15-5:30 p.m. @ North Weight Room
- Open Gym - Gymnastics, 3:15-5:15 p.m. @ North Gymnastics Room
- Open Gym - Basketball, 3:20-5:30 p.m. @ Fieldhouse
- Girls Volleyball vs. Sandburg - Senior Night!, 4:30 p.m. @ North & South Gyms
- District 233 Board of Education Meeting, 7:30 p.m. @ H-F Library
WEDNESDAY, OCT. 18 -
Block 2 Day
THURSDAY, OCT. 19 -
Block 3 Day - End of 1st Quarter
- National Merit Breakfast , 7:30 a.m. @ TLC
- Meet with Illinois College, 8:30 a.m. @ College Room
- Meet with Montana State U. - Bozeman, 11:30 a.m. @ College Room
- Meet with the U. of Miami, 1:40 p.m. @ College Room
- Open Gym, 3:15-5:30 p.m. @ North Weight Room
- Open Gym - Gymnastics, 3:15-5:15 p.m. @ North Gymnastics Room
- Open Gym - Basketball, 3:20-5:30 p.m. @ Fieldhouse & North Gym
- Football (FA) vs. Sandburg, 4:30 p.m. @ North Field
- Football (FB) vs. Shepard, 4:30 p.m. @ West Field
- HFU Workshop: College is not just a dream; it's the plan!, 7 p.m. @ South Room E1
FRIDAY, OCT. 20
- 50-min. periods
- Open Gym - Basketball, 6-7:15 a.m. @ North Gym
- Meet with Hampton U., 9 a.m. @ College Room
- Meet with Southeast Missouri State U., 1 p.m. @ College Room
- Open Gym - Gymnastics, 3:15-5:15 p.m. @ North Gymnastics Room
- Open Gym - Basketball, 3:20-5:30 p.m. @ Fieldhouse
- Ice Hockey (V) vs. Lake Central, 6:35 p.m. @ H-F Ice Arena
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