The Hall Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) is committed to making the 2020-2021 school year the best it can be.

You are automatically a member of the PTO as a Hall parent or guardian.

Please make a donation to support your Hall PTO this year! 
Join us for our next PTO meeting, Tuesday, November 10th at 7:00pm
via Zoom. Click HERE to join the meeting,
all are welcome!


Other ways to support the PTO:
 Join our volunteer list by clicking here: Volunteer!
 Join us at our next meeting by clicking here: Meeting Schedule!
 Join our NEW PTO Facebook page by clicking here: Facebook Page!
 Please reach out to us any time through the Hall PTO email at hallpto@gmail.com.

Our Hall community is a wonderful and supportive group of parents, students, faculty and staff.
We are so proud to be a part of it.
Did you hear the news? We've got a new Facebook Page!
Communication is key. Don't miss a beat.
What's happening at Hall?
NEW Hybrid 2.0 Schedule!

Starting on Wednesday, November 11, the school day will move from an 11:25 am dismissal to a 1:00 pm dismissal.
Click here for Mr. Zittoun's full email about the Hybrid 2.0 schedule.

Academic Support
Does your student need help with writing and/or math? Check out  the   Academic Support Resources   that are available to all students. These resources include both the writing & math centers as well as a link to the National Honors Society Peer Tutoring Request Form.  
Transcript Request Deadline!

To Hall seniors, 
 
All Transcript Requests for colleges that have a Nov. 15th deadline must be submitted to the Counseling Office NO LATER than this Friday, October 23rd!
 
IMPORTANT NOTE: In order for a student transcript request to be processed, ALL items listed below must be completed prior to your transcript submission.  Please visit the Hall School Counseling (GR 12) website for a helpful college application checklist as well as required forms and video tutorials to assist you in completing the required tasks.    
 
1) Resume
2) Student & Parent Brag Sheets
3) Sign FERPA in CA 
4) Link your Naviance and CA accounts (tutorial included in college application checklist)
5) Submit Permission to Release Records Form. Submit form via email to jean_baril@whps.org or print and drop off in the Counseling Office. 
6) Request transcript in Naviance ONLY after completing steps 1-5.  
2021 Safe Grad Info. & Fundraisers
Each year on graduation night, Hall HS senior graduates are treated to a fun filled evening of entertainment , activities, prizes and delicious food. The Hall HS cafeteria is transformed into an amazing chaperoned, substance-free celebration for our graduates from 10:00 PM to 4:00 AM. 

We continue to add volunteers to our recently established Committees, and we would love to have any many parents of this year’s 393 seniors as possible participate in some way.

Please email us at HallSafeGrad2021@gmail.com to express your interest. We look forward to meeting you.
Flocking is a cheerful, encouraging act that shows kids we care.
This year, watch not just for pink flamingoes, but blue ones!
Get yours in while the weather is still warm!

GO Cards – the discount cards for local restaurants and shops that you can use all year long. Limited supply, email to schedule delivery to your home as soon as they arrive at hallsafegrad2021@gmail.com. 











Restaurant Nights coming up:
Nov. 10th Moe's
Nov. 16th Beachland Tavern

Upcoming Events:
Dec. 3-6th Virtual Shop the Halls on Facebook
Dec. 10th Virtual Bingo! Live on Zoom!
Community Programs
Youth Suicide Public Health Alert: A Call to Action
The COVID pandemic and civil unrest in our country has increased uncertainty for all us, including our youth, and we cannot underestimate the impact. Physical and social distancing, increased isolation as cold weather approaches, school concerns, changes in relationships, and worries for family and friend’s health and the future of our country all contribute toward increased anxiety and despair. We must work to mitigate this to prevent further tragedy. Read more here...
WHPS Free Breakfast & Lunch Programs
Weekend Food Support

WHPS high school students in need of weekend food assistance are eligible to sign-up for our free program.
Food bags are distributed from Noah Webster Library and Faxon Branch Library every week throughout the school year.
Enrollment is on a first-come, first-served basis and is limited.
For more information and to register, please contact:


This program uses the brown paper bags from Trader Joe's and Whole Foods to pack. We are seeking your help in collecting bags. The bags can be dropped off at Katherine Wilson's home at 54 Brainard Road under the mailbox. 
Ski Sundown Family Ski Program
Register by Friday 11/6
West Hartford SEPTO
West Hartford Special Education PTO (SEPTO) invites you to join our dynamic organization, serving the needs of our community. We are a district wide PTO that supports special education for all the children in our town from Pre-K –High School, at all of our 16 schools which includes 1,287 students with IEPs and over 750 with accommodations under 504 plans.
Scheduled days off

Nov. 26-27 Thanksgiving Recess
Dec. 24-Jan.1 Holiday Recess

View the entire 2020/2021 Calendar HERE.
Good News on Social Media
Follow Hall HS on Instagram & Twitter @whallhigh
How to Post in This Eblast:

Send info by SUNDAY at 12:00 PM to be included in that week's email.
You can send information to: hallpto@gmail.com
Please note: The information must uphold the PTO's mission to inform families in support of all students.
2020-21 PTO Board Members
Co-Presidents:
Membership:
Adria Giordano & Monica Ehrlich

Hospitality:
Stephanie Kudler & Stacey Safryn 

Communications:
Catherine Flavin & Loretta Waldman 

Treasurers:
Jane Robinson & Laura Harker 

Recording Secretaries:
Carolyn Martindale & Liz Reynolds

Concessions:
Carl Cieplinski & Louise Teodosio 

Safe Grad:
Sharlene Seidman & Kristin Magendantz 
Parent Teacher Council:
Carl Cieplinski 

New Family Engagement:
Annie Keith 

Community of Concern:
Jenn Rossi 

Foundation for West Hartford Public Schools:
Traci Friedman

West Hartford Scholarship Fund Representative: 
Randi O'Brien

Faculty
Principal Dan Zittoun
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