From the desk of Principal Deborah Finn
Issue 18, May 13, 2021
School News You Can Use
THREE THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW:
  1. Check out Happening Next Week for the special schedules on 5/17 and 5/21, including changes in our Covid testing schedule.
  2. May is Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month.  To learn more about the AAPI people and their stories, take a look at this information created and shared by the 24/7/365 group.   
  3. Seniors who want to donate their Chromebooks to someone in need should view this Chromebook Drive flyer for more information.
Message from the Principal

As we approach the last few weeks of the school year, I want to focus on the outstanding Class of 2021.  Seniors - I can’t believe your last day at HPHS as a student is next Monday 5/17 and that you will be graduating  so soon.  I know you are ready to go out into the world and do great things!  Your senior year may not have looked like you expected, but the skills and resilience you have developed throughout the pandemic will serve you well.  Click here for details about Senior Sendoff Day and the special schedule on May 17.

To our remaining HPHS students, YOU CAN DO IT!  You too have shown exceptional resilience during this past year and have made incredible progress.  Let’s stay engaged, focused and positive as we move through these next few weeks together.
Happening Next Week

Monday, May 17 - Remote, Asynchronous Giant Day SPECIAL Schedule (below), Seniors In-Person
Tuesday, May 18 - White Day Schedule 
Wednesday, May 19- Blue Day Schedule 
Thursday, May 20 - White Day Schedule 
Friday, May 21 - Remote, Synchronous Blue Day Schedule

There is no Covid Testing on Friday, May 21 and Monday, May 24. Students assigned to Covid testing on Friday should test on Thursday, May 20. Students assigned to Covid testing on Monday should test on Tuesday, May 25.
Student Life
ACTIVITIES

Upcoming Senior Celebrations & Information Links!
May 17 - Senior Sendoff
  • All students must attend the sendoff to pick up their cap & gown
May 19 - Honors Night
  • Everyone is welcome to celebrate our special award winners, 6:30 PM.
May 22 - Prom
  • All ticket holders must Covid Test on 5/17 & 5/20 at HPHS anytime between 7 AM - 4 PM
May 26 - Graduation
  • Cap & Gown pickup is Monday, May 17, 3:15 - 4:30 PM, Vine Avenue Parking Lot

Attention Class of 2022 families!  Please check your email for information regarding your child's senior portrait for our yearbook from Stuart Rodgers.  Now is the time to set-up your summer appointments.  Go to www.srphoto.com to select your session type, date and time.  Please read the email from them for login information.   Contact Stuart- Rodgers Photography at 877-929-0006 or by emailing Info@srphoto.com with any questions.  This info was also posted in our Giant Life News this past week.  Jostens is our official graduation provider, you will also be receiving class ring information this week.  
BRICKS MAKE GREAT GIFTS THAT LAST A LIFETIME!
Mark your place in HPHS history! Buy a commemorative Brick to:
  • celebrate your child's years and accomplishments at HPHS
  • honor someone special or thank a staff member
  • commemorate your own years at HPHS

Each personalized 4x8 brick will be installed after the Cafeteria Renovation.
Proceeds from bricks purchased will benefit the programs and activities sponsored by the HPHS PTO!
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ATHLETICS

This past Monday we had the opportunity to celebrate our College Bound Athletes. We are so proud of these Giants!

Max Cairo - Oberlin College (Baseball)
Diez - Benedictine University (Baseball)  
Ezzel Esparza - Concordia University (Track)
Ethan Fineman - Illinois Wesleyan University (Soccer)
Joey Glickman - Hiram College (Baseball)
Eli Gordon - University of Richmond (Tennis)
Jaden Holzman - Lehigh University (Football)
Max Mauer - Saddleback College (Football)
Carson Rager - Saddleback College (Football)
Sydney Schenk - Case Western Reserve University (Soccer)
Giovanni Volpentesta - Grand Valley State University (Football)
 
Just a reminder, this weekly newsletter will now include the latest version of the GIANT Life News (GLN), instead of sending separately to parents/guardians twice a week. Click here to access our website and the most recent GLN links. GIANT Life News contains specific details about student life at HPHS and will continue to be emailed to students twice a week as their main source of HPHS happenings.  
District News
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May 16 Vaccination Clinic
If you have an appointment scheduled for our May 16 vaccination clinic at Deerfield High School, please know:
 
  • The Walgreens consent form is required and must be printed on one sheet of paper, double-sided.
  • The Lake County Health Department requires that a parent/guardian be present for vaccine appointments for children ages 12-17.
  • Vaccine recipients should bring an insurance card if you have insurance and a government-issued photo ID. For minors, the parent/guardian should bring their insurance card and government-issued photo ID.
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You can access additional information about the May 16 vaccination clinic by visiting https://vaccination.dist113.org.
 
Board Vacancy
At the May 3 Board of Education meeting, Board President Jodi Shapira announced that Board Member Mike Perlman submitted his resignation effective April 27. In accordance with state law and Board policy, the vacancy has been reported to the Regional Office of Education and the District 113 Board is now accepting applications to fill the remainder of Mr. Perlman’s term, which expires in April of 2023.
 
Interested individuals should apply for the Board vacancy by June 20 at 5 p.m.
 
Your Feedback Requested - Parent/Guardian Survey
Please check your email today for a link to participate in a parent/guardian survey. Your feedback is important as we continually try to improve community engagement with our stakeholders.