WEEKLY EBLAST -- 04/30/2021 |
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GRADE "A" SCHOOL - AZ DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION |
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HORIZON HONORS SCHOOLS
ACTIVE COVID-19 CASES = 0
Horizon Honors Schools population (students & staff) = 1,700
last updated: April 30, 2021 at 10 a.m.
Please review the COVID Protocol located at the bottom of this transmission.
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COVID-19 REMINDERS
Siblings of Sick Students:
If a student is sick AND/OR awaiting COVID-19 testing results, we require all siblings to also remain at home.
Stronger Together:
If you would like to check our case count or find information on mitigation strategies, the information is always available on "Stronger Together" website.
If you have any questions or need to report a possible COVID-19 case, please reach out to our Health Office at health@horizonhonors.org. Thank you for your cooperation as we work together to keep our community members healthy and our campus open.
Please review the COVID Protocol located at the bottom of this transmission.
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On Thursday, May 6, 2021,
students entering grades 8 - 12
for the 2021-22 school year will be sent a
Course Verification Google Form
to their student email accounts.
Follow the instructions on how to
verify courses for next school year.
Go over the courses as a family
as well as read through the
Course Verification statement
and the Honors/AP Agreement.
Please fill out the Google Form to verify your classes
no later than Friday, May 14, 2021.
Failure to meet this deadline could
impact your priority in scheduled courses.
Please know that every effort was made to schedule you into your highest ranked elective choices that fit into your schedule.
If you have concerns or conflicts,
please *email your school counselor.
*Please note that responses to your e-mailed concerns
will be returned in the order they were received.
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Spring Testing Update:
Per Arizona state testing requirements, all students in the required cohorts, both in-person and remote learners, will need to come to campus to complete AzM2 (AzMerit) and AIMS Science testing in the spring. The way we are facilitating testing, without further affecting class time and maintaining COVID mitigation strategies to the best of our abilities, is to have certain cohorts of students come to campus on different Asynchronous Wednesdays from April 14th through May 5th. Please reference the following graphic which maps out the different activities, including testing, happening on upcoming Asynchronous Wednesdays. A more detailed communication regarding the processes and procedures for testing will be sent out closer to the testing dates.
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Last call for time capsule items!
If you want your picture, idea, or thoughts on 2020 included,
please use an 8 ½" x 11" piece of paper and
make sure it's school appropriate.
Please add it to the box located in front of the Secondary office.
It will remain out in front of the office through the end of the year.
All grades will be included!
Please label it with your name and current grade level.
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Armed Conflict | Educate a Child,
UNICEF, 21 March 2021,
“1 in 3 Children and Young People Is out of School in Countries Affected by War or Natural Disasters.”
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Do you plan to attend a technical school,
community college, or college/university?
Horizon Honors is proud to offer the
Larry Pieratt Scholarship!
This scholarship is given in honor of
the schools' founder, Larry Pieratt.
Horizon Honors will give out at least four (4) scholarships
to qualifying Horizon Honors seniors.
Please submit your application for the
Larry Pieratt Scholarship ($1,000.)
All applicants will remain anonymous
to the selection committee.
All applications are due by 4 p.m. on Friday, May 7!
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DEADLINE MONDAY, MAY 3rd! |
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IT’S A GREAT DAY TO BE AN EAGLE!
HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETICS
(Dates and times are subject to change.)
Friday, April 30th:
Co-Ed Track & Field **AWAY 3:00 PM
Girls Softball *AWAY vs Chandler Prep @ Shawnee Park 5:00 PM
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*HOME GAMES WILL HOST 3 PARENTS/GUARDIANS FOR EACH ATHLETE
**ALL SPORTS ARE SELF TRANSPORT FOR PRACTICE, GAMES & EVENTS.
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Congratulations to Seniors Piper Corey and John Fera, who are the recipients of the inaugural "Hustle Awards." These awards are given to two basketball athletes who always have positive attitudes and show determination on the court regardless of the situation.
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The awards were created in memory of Horizon Honors Alumnus Matthew Weeman, who passed away last year.
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Matt's parents and sisters financed the Hustle Awards and surprised the athletes on Monday with a small inaugural ceremony!
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HORIZON HONORS HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS |
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Do you plan to attend a technical school,
community college, or college/university?
Horizon Honors is proud to offer the
Larry Pieratt Scholarship!
This scholarship is given in honor of
the schools' founder, Larry Pieratt.
Horizon Honors will give out at least four (4) scholarships
to qualifying Horizon Honors seniors.
Please submit your application for the
Larry Pieratt Scholarship ($1,000.)
All applicants will remain anonymous
to the selection committee.
All applications are due by 4 p.m. on Friday, May 7!
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Arizona State University, Northern Arizona University and the University of Arizona are want to ensure you and your family are well informed about the opportunities and resources available to you to pay for college.
They have teamed up to host joint virtual information sessions for prospective students and families throughout the year.
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APPLY NOW FOR THE
2021-2022 GOVERNOR'S YOUTH COMMISSION
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The Governor's Office of Youth, Faith and Family (GOYFF) is seeking inspiring youth leaders from Arizona high schools to serve on the 2021-2022 Governor's Youth Commission (GYC). The GYC brings together a diverse group of high school students to identify and address the greatest challenges facing Arizona’s youth by developing innovative community impact projects, establishing partnerships with young leaders across the state, and advising the Governor. Commissioners are selected through a competitive application process. Applicants must be a sophomore, junior, or senior student during the 2021-2022 school year.
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Our Secondary Kindness Krew is working on a finals surprise for students! We are kindly requesting donations that will help our Krew's mission to spread a little kindness around! Donations of the following multi-pack boxes of individually wrapped and sized items are VERY much appreciated:
-Rolls of mints (Variety-spearmint, peppermint, etc.)
-Cookies (Ex: Famous Amos chocolate chip cookies)
-Granola Bars (Variety packs)
-Chips (Variety packs)
-Poptarts (Brown Sugar Cinnamon & Strawberry flavors only, please)
Please label your donation “Attention: Heather Wallace” and drop it off on the cart located in front of the secondary office by the end of the day on Friday, May 7th.
Please contact Heather Wallace for more information. Thank you in advance for your support!
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Last call for time capsule items!
If you want your picture, idea, or thoughts on 2020 included,
please use an 8 ½" x 11" piece of paper and
make sure it's school appropriate.
Please add it to the box located in front of the Secondary office.
It will remain out in front of the office through the end of the year.
All grades will be included!
Please label it with your name and current grade level.
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Spring Testing Update:
Per Arizona state testing requirements, all students in the required cohorts, both in-person and remote learners, will need to come to campus to complete AzM2 (AzMerit) and AIMS Science testing in the spring. The way we are facilitating testing, without further affecting class time and maintaining COVID mitigation strategies to the best of our abilities, is to have certain cohorts of students come to campus on different Asynchronous Wednesdays from April 14th through May 5th. Please reference the following graphic which maps out the different activities, including testing, happening on upcoming Asynchronous Wednesdays. A more detailed communication regarding the processes and procedures for testing will be sent out closer to the testing dates.
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APRIL DATES
April 23
National Honor Society (NHS) 2:45 – 3:15 PM
Student Support 2:45 – 3:45 PM
Theatre Arts Performance 7:30 – 9:30 PM
April 24
Theatre Arts Performance 3:30 – 5:30 PM
April 26
Girls Who Code 2:45 – 3:15 PM
Harry Potter Club 2:45 – 3:15 PM
He for She Club 2:45 – 3:15 PM
Key Club 2:45 – 3:15 PM
Student Support 2:45 – 3:45 PM
April 27
Hobby Highlight Night: Sewing Arts 6:00 – 7:00 PM
Jewish Student Union (JSU) 2:45 – 3:15 PM
School Board Meeting - 5 PM
April 28
Asynchronous Learning Day Grades 9, 11, & 12
On-Campus Testing for In-Person & Distant Learning Students 8:00 am to 11:30 AM Grades 7, 8 & 10
Student Support 2:45 – 3:45 PM
April 29
Artificial Intelligence Research (AIR) Club 2:45 – 3:15 PM
Kindness Krew 2:45 – 3:15 PM
Student Council 2:45 – 3:45 PM
April 30
Art Club 2:45 – 3:15 PM
Band Council 2:45 – 3:15 PM
Pre-Med Club 2:45 – 3:15 PM
Student Support 2:45 – 3:45 PM
Theatre Arts Performance 3:30 – 5:30 PM
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MAY DATES
May 1
Theatre Arts Performance 7:30 – 9:30 PM
May 3
Girls Who Code 2:45 – 3:15 PM
International Thespians Club 2:45 – 3:15 PM
Key Club Leadership 2:45 – 3:15 PM
Model United Nations (MUN) 2:45 – 3:15 PM
Student Support 2:45 – 3:45 PM
May 4
Free Write Club 2:45 – 3:15 PM
National Honor Society Induction Ceremony 6:30 – 8:00 PM
Protect Our Environment (POE) Club 2:45 – 3:15 PM
Red Cross Club 2:45 – 3:45 PM
May 5
Asynchronous Learning Day for Grades 9, 10, 11, & 12
AP Practice Exam for Chemistry 8:00 AM to NOON
AP Practice Exam for World History Modern 8:00 AM to NOON
May 6
Artificial Intelligence Research (AIR) Club 2:45 – 3:15 PM
Cards Club 2:45 – 3:15 PM
Student Council 2:45 – 3:45 PM
May 7
National Honor Society (NHS) 2:45 – 3:15 PM
Student Support 2:45 – 3:45 PM
May 8
Junior/Senior Prom: Enchanted Forest 8:00 PM to MIDNIGHT, Phoenix Zoo Stone House Pavilion
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UPDATE POLICY AS OF 4/28/21 --
Use of face coverings for STUDENTS and STAFF will be optional during the following activities:
- Outdoor Physical Education classes
- Outdoor recess
- Outdoor lunch breaks (beyond when students are not eating)
Use of face coverings for STAFF will be optional during the following activities:
- Outdoor duties when not in close proximity to other community members (Ex: traffic duty)
Please note that face coverings are still required for all community members during pick up, drop off, and during class transition times when students may be walking outside. Also, face coverings will continue to be required inside campus buildings until further notice.
These decisions were made due to the improved COVID metrics and concerns regarding the health of students and staff wearing a mask outside as the weather becomes hot.
Face coverings MUST:
- Fully cover a person’s nose and mouth
- Fit snugly but comfortably against the wide of the face and under the chin.
- Remain affixed in place without the use of one’s hands.
- Not have holes except for band-style masks when actively playing an instrument.
- Not be face shields. However, face shields may be used in addition to face covering.
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Follow the “all clothing and accessory guidelines” dress code guidelines. Middle School Dress Code
- Be laundered regularly or disposed of appropriately
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16233 South 48th Street
Phoenix, AZ 85048
Office: 480.659.3000
Attendance: 480.659.3062
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