Hoop Dreams with Chris Herren

Chris Herren to Speak to Students at Hull High School

Thursday, May 2nd, 2013

On Thursday, Hull High School will be excited to welcome former NBA player and New England native Chris Herren, who is coming to speak to our students during a one-hour assembly.  Mr. Herren will be here to talk to the students about choices and decision making involving drugs and alcohol.  He will also be discussing goal setting and following one’s dreams.  His presentations is made possible by a joint effort of PTO, Boosters, HASC, Student Advisory and SADD.

We look forward to welcoming Mr. Herren and experiencing his message of hope and overcoming the odds.  Students will have time in advisory, directly after the presentation, to process and discuss the presentation as a group.

Thank you to the PTO, Boosters, HASC, and our students for making this appearance a reality.

For more information on the program, please visit
Mr. Herren's website:  http://www.ahoopdream.com/

Upcoming Events

Wednesday, April 24:

Career Night

6:30PM

 

Wednesday, May 1:

Grade 8 Parents

Course Selection Night

7:00PM

 

Athletic Department through April 30

Course Selection: Announcements

1.  Students were given their course selection sheets today during A period.  They must be filled out and signed by a parent/guardian before being returned.  Forms can be turned in the the main office beginning tomorrow morning.

2.  Virtual High School - Mrs. Grosso will be holding one more after school session for students interested in taking a VHS course next year.  If you would like to try VHS, please come to the library directly after school on Wednesday, May 1st.  If you attended a previous after school session and turned in your paperwork, you are all set!

Here is a link to a previous post about course selection:

http://hullhighschool.blogspot.com/2013/04/course-selection-2013-required-courses.html

Career Night at HHS Wednesday April 24th 6:30PM

Hull High School

Career Night

Wednesday April 24^th at Hull High School from 6:30-9:00pm

You will have the opportunity to individually discuss careers with professionals in a variety of fields, including:

* Physical Therapy               * Real Estate                 * Teacher

* Management                       * Medical Sales            * Lawyer

* Military                               * Beauty/spa                 * Nursing

* Campus activities director * Campaign assistant   * Entrepreneur

* Engineer                              * Social Worker           * Healthcare

* Nursing                               * Banker/investments 

In addition, a technical school will be present and answer questions.

Refreshments will be served!

Please contact Jon Ridolfi at jridolfi@town.hull.ma.us to RSVP or to ask any questions.

We hope to see you there!!

Junior Parent Evening Presentation

Under the break is a copy of the Junior Parent Evening Presentation slides.  If you weren't able to attend, please review the information.  If you have any questions, please reach out to your students' guidance counselor!

New Scholarship!

See the image below for information on the South Shore Art Center Scholarship.  Applications are available in the guidance office.

Happy April vacation!

Upcoming Events

Wednesday, April 10:

Talent Show

7:00PM

 

Friday, April 12:

Report Cards mailed

 

April 15 - 19:

Spring Vacation

 

Wednesday, April 24:

Career Night

6:30PM

Course Selection 2013: Required Courses

This past Wednesday all students in grades 9, 10, and 11 were given a presentation on course selection for their required courses.  Required courses include all the classes students must take and pass to graduate.  They will soon begin choosing what level (CP, H, or AP), they would like to take in English, Math, Social Studies, Science, and Foreign Language as well as their Wellness class.

Students were given three things to bring home for discussion: A sample course selection form, a timeline of the course selection process, and a sample class waiver form.  Below are copies of each of the forms.

The week after April vacation students will be given their course selection form to complete and have signed by a parent.  We encourage all students and families to review the forms, look at the Program of Studies, and consult their teachers over the next few days to best determine which classes will be the best fit.  The Program of Studies can be found on the Hull High School main page on the Town of Hull's website (Link to the HHS page: http://www.town.hull.ma.us/Public_Documents/HullMA_HighSchClass/homepage)

Students will choose their elective courses later in the Spring.  If you have any questions about course selection, please reach out to your student's guidance counselor. 



This is the front of the Course Selection Form.  It includes information on prerequisite requirements, the waiver policy, and Advanced Placement classes.



This is a sample of the form that will be completed by current juniors.  If your student is in the class of 2014, please review their course options.

This is a sample of the form that will be used by current sophomores.  If your student is in the class of 2015, please review their course options.

This a sample of the form that will be completed by current freshmen.  If your student is a member of the class of 2016, please reivew their course options.

This is the Class Waiver Request Form.  A student who does not meet the prerequisite grade requirement for an Honors or AP level course may fill out a waiver and attach it to his/her course selection forms. 

New Scholarship

Just one this week:

Student Avisory Scholarship

Award:  $500.00 (two given)

Qualifications:

• 2.75 or better GPA
• Demonstrated leadership and involvement at Hull High School

Selected by:  The Student Advisory Council

How to apply:  Applications available in the guidance office

Due Date:  May 3, 2013 - turn it in to the the HS Main Office

Hull High School Students Recognized in Dream@50 Art Contest

Hands of Faith by Brendan McCue

 

HHS Students Recognized in Dream@50 Art Contest

Recently, three Hull High School students were recognized as semi-finalists in a state-wide art contest.  The contest commemorates the 50th anniversary of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s "I Have a Dream" speech which was given in 1963.

All semi-finalist work was on display at Mass Art and will also be displayed in Logan Airport. On March 23, the Massachusetts College of Art and Design hosted The Dream@50 Art Contest Awards for Boston, featuring all semi-finalist work, dance performances by the Boston Arts Academy, and appearances by CBS-Boston's Weekend News Anchor Bobby Sisk, and State Rep. Jeffrey Sanchez.

We want to congratulate Brendan McCue, Gabrille Williamson, and Crystal Truglia for earning recognition as semi-finalists and having their work chosen to be publicly displayed.  We also want to give a special thanks to Ms. Amanda Held for encouraging our students and continuously working to bring recognition to the talented artists here at HHS.

 Fighting for Peace by Crystal Truglia

My Mosaic Day Dream by Gabrielle Williamson

Course Selection 2013: Virtual High School & School Day Internships

This past Wednesday Mrs. Grosso and Mr. Quatromoni met with students in the junior and sophomore classes to discuss two unique course offerings available to them. 

Mrs. Grosso talked about Virtual High School (VHS), which are online courses available to students in a variety of subject areas.  For more information on VHS and to look at the course catelog, visit their website at www.thevhscollaborative.org.  This is a great option for students interested in taking challenging courses in subject areas we don't currently offer at the high school.  This year we have students taking courses such as Media and Society, Marketing and The Internet, AP Statistics, AP Government, Forensic Science, The Vietnam War, and many others!

Mr. Quatromoni discussed our internship program, which is available to students in the senior class.  He will work with the student to find them a school day internship in a field they are interested in learning more about.  We have students doing internships at the Coast Guard, the Jacobs Elementary School, The Memorial Middle School (nursing), with a local Physical Therapist, a Speech and Language Pathologist, and with Special Education Teachers, and many other local businesses.  This is a great opportunity to earn high school credit while learning about a career!

To pursue either VHS or an Internship, the first step is coming to one of two after school meetings next week.  Mrs. Grosso and Coach Q. will be in the library after school on Tuesday, April 9th and Wednesday, April 10th to get students started!  If a student is unable to make one of these dates, he/she needs to see Mrs. Grosso or Coach Q. before Tuesday, April 9th to set up another time to meet.  We hope to see many students taking advantage of these awesome opportunities!

Mrs. Gross (tgrosso@town.hull.ma.us) and Coach Q. (jquatromoni@town.hull.ma.us) can be reached by email to answer any questions you may have.

Upcoming Events

Wednesday, April 3:

Junior Parent Night

Exhibition Room at 6:30PM

 

Wednesday, April 10:

Talent Show

7:00PM

SEPAC Meeting - How to Use Those iPads!

The Hull Special Education Parent Advisory Council (SEPAC) will welcome Norwell High School teacher Susan Boyer to speak about iPad applications that promote learning on April 9th from 7:00-8:30 pm.   This is a great opportunity to learn about new and exciting iPad applications that are both fun and educational.

We hope to see you there.

New Scholarships

1.  Hull Boosters Scholarships

Award:  $500.00 (4 given)

Deadline:  May 1, 2013

Evaluation Criteria:

• Athletic/extracurricular particpation
• Academic performance
• Community and high school service
• Particpation or contributer (student and family) to Hull High Boosters

Application Criteria:

• Completed application
• 2.8 or higher weighted GPA (documented by HHS transcript)
• Student and family participation in Boosters or contributor to Booster activities.
• Minimum of 2 seasons each year in extracurricular activies. (Exceptions considered for injuries, illnesses or toher related incidents)
• Essay:  On a separate sheet of paper, in 300 words or less, please tell us how playing sports in high school, participating in extracurricular activities or fundraising has influenced your high school experience.

How to apply:  Applications are available in the guidance office and should be mailed to Hull Boosters Club, P.O. Box 305 Hull, MA 02045 or dropped off in the Bossters box in the HHS main office.

2.  Hull Nantasket Chamber of Commerce

Award:  $1,00.00 (2 given)

Deadline:  May 17, 2013

Eligibility:

• Graduating hull resident
• Has displayed intellect, involvement and commitment.

Application Criteria:

• Submit a copy of your high school transcript
• produce a letter of recommendation from a staff member of your high school, a family member, and a classmate

How to apply:  Applications are available in the guidance office and should be mailed before May 17, 2013 to:  Hull-Nantasket Chamber of Commerce, c/o Scholarship Committee, P.O. Box 140, Hull, MA 02045

3.  2013 Drowned Hog Scholarship Application

Award:  $500.00

Deadline:  May 10, 2013

Eligibility:

• Graduating hull resident

Application Criteria:

• Produce a letter of "recommendation" from a staff member of your high school, a family member, a friend, OR an enemy answering the age old question - "What makes you so different?"
• Complete the essay attached to the application form

How to apply:  Applications are available in the guidance office and should be mailed before May 10, 2013 to:  Drowned Hog Central Office, 814 Nantasket Avenue, Hull, MA 02045

4.  Garden Club Scholarship

Award:  $500.00

Deadline:  May 6, 2013

Eligibility & Application Criteria:

• 100 word essay about yourself and why you should receive the Garden Club Scholarship
• Science major in college
• 3 letters of recommendation
• Copy of your transcript
• Attendance at a 4-year, degree granting college

How to apply:  All of the above information should be mailed to:  Beatrice Sloane, 12 Harborview Road, Hull, MA 02045 (a hard copy of the above instructions is available in the guidance office)