From the desk of Principal Deborah Finn
May 19, 2022
School News You Can Use
THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW: 
  • In case you need the reminder, graduation is next week on Thursday, May 26.  See the section dedicated below with the link to more information.
  • As shared before, here is the final summative assessment week schedule.
Message from the Principal
Locally and nationally, we have again seen tragedy this past week that has affected us all.  In Buffalo, New York, and close by in Evanston, we were saddened to learn about these most recent hate crimes.  No matter what our students learn at HPHS during their four years, we hope at the core is a respect for all humans. We recognize that students are dealing with a lot right now and want to remind you our Drop-In Center and counselors (see more info in Services & Supports below) are available for students when needed.  

Next week is our last week of classes, followed by summative exam week.  It is hard to believe we are so close to the end of another school year.  This is an exciting, yet very busy and sometimes stressful time of the year.  Please rely on information provided via Schoology, email, Remind and the HPHS website for up to date, accurate information.  Also, I hope students will utilize the many resources available for academic and emotional support.
Happening Next Week
Monday, May 23 - Giant Day Schedule

Tuesday, May 24 - White Day Schedule

Wednesday, May 25 - Blue Day Schedule

Thursday, May 26 - White Day Schedule

Friday, May 27 -  Blue Day Schedule 



Academics

Last night we honored our English Learner (EL) graduating seniors at the annual Despedida.  Our HPHS community, but especially our EL staff, including Mr Villanueva, Ms. Mendoza, Mr. Salazar, Ms. Albarran and Ms. Ganem-Deprez, could not have been prouder of these exceptional students.  Congratulations!
GRADUATION

Graduation is this Thursday, May 26!  You can find the answers to any questions here on our graduation website for information.
Student Life
CLICK HERE for this week’s GIANT Life News!  Please remember to scroll all the way through for the parent and community sections.  
ACTIVITIES
221-22 Yearbooks will be distributed on August 4th, 3-6 PM at HPHS courtyard/cafeteria.  To check if you ordered an activity ticket/yearbook, please go to your schedule in Infinite Campus.  Need to be put on the waitlist, email Mrs. Friedrich.

Class of 2023 senior portrait appointments are filling quickly, please schedule your student’s appointment now.  Use this link for more information and the link to register.

Congratulations to Key Club in partnership with Kiwanis of HP/HW on hosting a bike safety workshop on Saturday, May 14th.  All student bikers learned the rules of the road, bicycle etiquette and traffic safety.  Key Club is a service organization serving HPHS and the community.   Key Club sponsors school, community, national and international projects with fundraising activities in order to contribute to various organizations.  Students interested in becoming members next year should read the Giant Life News in the fall to learn more about how to get involved.  Visit our blog to see more pictures!  

ATHLETICS
Click here for upcoming athletic contests.  Best of luck to our teams that are beginning postseason play.
This past week there was a lot of excitement in the HP Athletic Department.  Below were some of the highlights:   
  • We had three varsity Conference Champions in Boys Tennis - Maxwell Rosenfeld and David Aizenberg at #1 doubles, Evan Glebov at #1 singles, and Blake Gold at #2 singles.  Boys Tennis shared the conference title with Deerfield.  
  • Boys Varsity Volleyball defeated Deerfield on Thursday and then backed it up with a 2nd place finish at the Willowbrook Invitational over the weekend.
  • Varsity Baseball swept Deerfield last week in CSL action.
  • Varsity Softball earned wins over Niles North and Deerfield last week.
  • Boys and Girls Track had numerous PRs last week.  The Boys have the Sectional Invite at GBS today.  
  • Boys Lacrosse won their Senior Night Game vs. Northside College Prep.
  • Our lower level teams continued to improve and had some big victories. Thanks to all our assistant and lower level coaches.
  • Girls Water Polo got a 1st round win in the IHSA state playoffs against Warren before losing to #1 seeded Stevenson.
  • Adina Bard and Vivian Esgar finished in the top 24 at the State Badminton Finals.  They did a great job representing HPHS well on and off the court.
  • We honored our college bound athletes and their families last Friday in the cafeteria courtyard.
Services and Support
All students are welcome to visit the HPHS Drop In Center website for more information on groups and meeting times.  Drop-In Center is located in room B303 and is open from 8:00 am - 3:00 pm Monday through Friday.