Hornet Family Weekly News

Hornet Nation,

We have much to celebrate at Hampton High School! Our students have done an outstanding job responding to our FOCUS ON technology expectations by keeping personal devices off, out of sight, and unused throughout the instructional day, helping us create a more focused and engaging learning environment. To recognize their efforts and positive choices, we will celebrate our students with ice cream on Thursday!

This week’s newsletter also includes important updates for our Class of 2027, including Prom 2027, cap and gown ordering through 3rd Ascent, information related to the Senior Courtyard, and opportunities for families to become involved through our School Council.

Thank you for continuing to partner with us as we build momentum, celebrate progress, and move forward Stronger Together: Building What’s Next.

Dr. Jarvis J. Price

"Caitlin Collins is the driving force behind the award-winning Hive Theater. She has led the school's theater program to become a Georgia Thespian Honor Troupe at the Gold Level, the highest distinction possible and a first for any school in Henry County. She serves as a mentor to teachers across the district while fostering a culture of service and friendship within the school. Her ability to integrate the arts into the heart of the community has made the theater program a model of student success and belonging." The 2026 TOTY ceremony will be on Sept. 24, 2026 !

Hampton High School students in grades 9–11 will have the opportunity to participate in the PSAT this fall. The assessment provides valuable feedback on students’ strengths and areas for growth, supports college and career planning, and helps students become familiar with the SAT Suite of Assessments. The Georgia Department of Education will cover the cost for 10th grade students, while 9th-grade students may take the PSAT 8/9 for $12 and 11th-grade students may take the PSAT/NMSQT for $14. Testing will take place on campus on October 21, 2026 using school-issued Chromebooks.

SSD Coordinator for HHS: Dr. Saundra Smith - SSF | Saundra.Smith@henry.k12.ga.us

Class of 2027 families, senior cap and gown orders are now available through 3rd Ascent, Hampton High School’s official graduation partner. Students may order during lunch periods when 3rd Ascent is on campus or online at any time. Families may choose from several graduation packages, and a payment plan option is available at checkout to help make purchasing more manageable. We encourage seniors to order early and stay ahead of graduation deadlines.

CLICK HERE TO ACCESS 3RD ASCENT

Graduation/Senior Fee (includes cap, gown, tassel, & unit):

• $280 before 12/1

Stronger Together: Building What’s Next includes expanding access to experiences that prepare students for life after graduation. Through our School Counseling Department, students will have opportunities to visit colleges, explore postsecondary options, and build connections that support college and career readiness. These experiences complement our focus on academic growth by helping students see how today’s learning connects to future opportunities. Students are also encouraged to recommend colleges and career experiences they would like HHS to consider as we continue ensuring every student is known and every student grows.

Senior year is here, and it’s time to capture this milestone! Class of 2027 seniors should schedule their senior portrait session with Cady Studios as soon as possible. The formal portrait will be used in the yearbook and may also be featured as part of graduation celebrations. HHS will host on-campus portrait sessions on October 16 and November 6th, with additional appointment options available through Cady Studios.
Please review the flyer and use the QR code to reserve your session or click here !

Get ready, Class of 2027! We are incredibly excited to officially open the Senior Courtyard for the very first time on Friday, September 11, 2026, kicking things off with our special Senior BBQ! Following the big event, seniors will have the exclusive privilege to enjoy lunch in the courtyard every single Friday.

Let’s continue to show our school pride, celebrate our senior status positively, and uphold our school expectations to keep this privilege going all year long!

Hampton High School juniors and seniors, mark your calendars for Prom 2027 on Saturday, March 20, 2027, at The Glendalough Manor. We are excited to begin preparing for an unforgettable evening and encourage families to save the date now. Additional details regarding tickets, attire, arrival, and event expectations will be shared as we get closer to prom.

HHS families, let’s fill the stands and support our student-athletes at games both home and away! Wear your purple and gold, bring your Hornet pride, and cheer our teams on with enthusiasm and good sportsmanship. Our presence makes a difference — Stronger Together, on the field, on the court, and in the stands!

The Govenors' Honors Program selection process will begin in September. Nominations will begin on September 8th for the following areas:

Changes:

• Engineering Civil concentration is now Civil, Architecture, and Construction Engineering.

• Science Biology/Environmental Science will serve as two separate concentrations.

Other Categories:

• Agricultural Research, Biotechnology and Science.

• Communicative Arts (limit 4)

• Math (limit 4)

• Science (limit 4)

• Social Studies (limit 4)

• World Language (limit 3 per language)

• Agricultural Science (limit 3)

• Engineering & Computer Science (limit 8 all sub-categories combined)

• Fine Arts (no limit)

Additional Nomination Areas:

• Dance: Female and Male Nominees

• Music: Jazz

• Music: String Bass

Nomination forms will be sent out when they are made available on the 8th.

Nominations will close on September 30th .

Requirements for participation:
Students shall be nominated to the state in only one subject area, by the subject area instructor, with the approval of the student and parent/guardian and following the district/school nomination process. Students nominated at the school level by more than one teacher should choose the area in which they prefer to be nominated.

All students must:
* Be a current sophomore or junior.
* Have demonstrated high aptitude and high interest in the area of nomination.
* Commit to participation in the state level interviews as scheduled by the GHP office if selected as a state semi-finalist.
* Commit to participation in the program for the entire residential period if selected as a state finalist.

Detailed information for applying to the Governor's Honors Program can be found at https://gosa.georgia.gov/application-resources

Georgia FLEX (Foundational Leadership & Entrepreneur X-perience), an initiative designed to help high school students start and run their own businesses, is gearing up for year two in Henry County. This program is a partnership with the Henry County Chamber of Commerce and other community organizations, giving students the tools, mentorship, and real-world experience they need to succeed as young entrepreneurs. Through Georgia FLEX, students will learn business planning, marketing, sales, and leadership while competing for awards and recognition at the state level.

FLEX Student Entrepreneurship Program

Students can submit the application: https://form.jotform.com/261763664812059 (Application Deadline: September 24, 2026) for the FLEX Competition, which allows high school students to start and run a real business as part of this exciting entrepreneurship program.

Greeting Hornets, At Hampton High School, our theme, Stronger Together: Building What’s Next, reflects our belief that strong schools are built through meaningful partnerships among students, families, staff, and the community. As we continue our commitment to Relationships, Rigor, and Results, we invite parents and guardians to take an active role in supporting the direction and continued growth of Hampton High School by serving on our School Council.

The School Council serves as an advisory body that provides valuable input related to student achievement, school improvement, family engagement, and the overall success of our school community. Parent and community voices are essential as we work to ensure every student is known, every classroom is engaging, and every student grows.

School Council Meeting Schedule

All School Council meetings will be held virtually at 5:00 PM on the following dates:

• September 29, 2026

• November 17, 2026

• February 23, 2027

• April 27, 2027

Dear Parents, Students, and Community Members,

Hampton High School’s School Counseling Department is excited to invite you to become a member of our School Counseling Advisory Council!

The School Counseling Advisory Council is a representative group of school and community stakeholders who work together to review, guide, and advocate for our comprehensive school counseling program and help ensure that we are meeting the academic, career, and personal/social needs of our students.

First Meeting: September 25, 2026
Time: 9:30 AM

Second Meeting: April 21, 2027 (Subject to Change)
Time: 9:30 AM

HHS will actively enforce all student parking requirements. Students who drive to school must have a valid parking permit and park only in their assigned or authorized student parking areas.

Student parking privileges may be revoked for:

• Parking without a valid permit
• Parking in faculty or visitor spaces
• Parking in unauthorized areas on the HHS campus
• Accumulating excessive tardies
  
  

The safety and security of our students begin with knowing which vehicles should—and should not—be on campus. Unauthorized vehicles may be towed at the vehicle owner’s expense.

Students who still need to register for a parking permit should complete the HHS Parking Permit Form.

Please note that parents, guardians, or students must use a Google email address to access and submit the form. We highly encourage students to use their school email address to complete the application!

Thank you for partnering with us to maintain a safe, orderly, and secure campus. By following these expectations, we remain Stronger Together.

As a result of HB 340 (2025) and now HB 1009, the state legislature has strengthened the Distraction-Free Learning Environment to now include all schools, K-12, in Georgia. Henry County Schools adopted Policy JCDAF last year to remove cell phones, smartwatches, or other electronic communication devices from the hands of students during the school day.

District Policy : Personal Electronic Devices

Students are prohibited from using personal electronic devices or accessories during the instructional school day. A personal electronic device refers to any device utilized to access the Internet, Wi-Fi, cellular telephone signals or to capture images or video. This includes but is not limited to, cell phones, smart watches, tablets, and gaming devices.

This also includes the use of accessories. Personal electronic device accessories include any wired or wireless accessory or wearable technology that connects to a device and any other accessory commonly used in conjunction with a personal electronic device.

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