This Week at Heritage High
September 21, 2025
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ESPLOST Vote Is November
This November, Catoosa County residents will have the opportunity to vote to approve ESPLOST VII. Please mark your calendars for this important vote that affects our ability to support students and schools in Catoosa County. Watch https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2RP73AS6xKM&t=8s for more information regarding past and future ESPLOST projects. Below are some of the previous projects that ESPLOST has funded at Heritage High School.
MAP Reading and Math
Pear Assessment
Edmentum 6-12
HMH 6-10
High School Exact Path for Tier 3
High School Brisk License 11-12
Outdoor Classroom
Outdoor Speakers
Theater Update
Tennis Court Resurfacing
Dugout Masonry Work
Athletic Equipment
Coaches Suite
Hot Water System
Concrete Pads
Halo Sensors
Big News- Heritage Farms Greenhouse Opens This Weekend!!!
The greenhouse gate will be open this Saturday, September 27th from 9 am-2 pm for all your fall decor needs! Mums, pumpkins, and fall bedding plants will be on sale. We have high quality items grown your very own Generals for a low price. For more info: Ag at Heritage
Cafeteria Balances Are Already On The Rise
HHS Parents: Our cafeteria balances have already exceeded $2000 in the first month of school. Our cafeteria bookkeeper is working to contact parents of students who have a balance and reminding them each day in the lunch line as they get their food. Notices are being given out to students in 1st Block each week. If you feel your child might qualify for Free or Reduced Lunch, please scroll down and fill out the Free/Reduced Lunch Application. If you qualified last year and you are receiving these notices, please call the school and ask to speak to the Cafeteria Bookkeeper. Our goal is to communicate with our parents to avoid the large balances we encountered last year. Previous years' unpaid cafeteria balances must be paid in full or students cannot receive their diploma at graduation. Thank you for your help with this matter.
Free & Reduced Lunch Forms Available Now
HHS Parents/Guardians: Please use the following link to fill out the Free & Reduced Lunch Forms. https://secure.ezmealapp.com/ApplicationScreen.aspx The process can be done digitally and only takes a few minutes to complete. We ended the year with over $11,000 in cafeteria charges. Some of our families would have qualified and benefitted from the assistance, but they didn't fill out the form. Please take the time to fill it out even if you think you don't qualify. We want to make sure our families have all the support they need for a successful school year.
Senior Pictures By Lifetouch
Lifetouch will be at Heritage High School to take senior pictures on November 10th, 14th, and December 1st.
On November 10th and 14th, Lifetouch will offer a variety of photo options, including a single formal "Yearbook-Only" photo, free of charge. All December 1st photography sessions will consist only of "Yearbook-Only" photos; no other photo options will be provided on December 1st.
More information about signing up for a session, cost, and what is included in each package will be sent out closer to the dates.
Lifetouch will automatically provide all senior photos to the yearbook staff, as will Beasley Photography, but if students have their photos taken by anyone else, they will need to be submitted to the "Senior Pictures" assignment on Google Classroom. All senior pictures are due by the end of December.
HOCO Yearbook Sale!!!
The Heritage Journalism staff is holding a yearbook sale for Homecoming!
Purchase last year's book for a discounted price of $75!
We're also offering a very limited number of extras of the 23-24 book for $50. All other books--going all the way back to 2007--are available for $25.
Note: we are completely sold out of books from the years 2020-2023.
Students can purchase a book in Mr. Peace's room, #1218, with cash or check made out to "HHS Yearbook."
Contact Mr. Peace at gpeace.hhs@catoosa.k12.ga.us if you have any questions.
Freshmen Class Fundraiser
See the attached flyer for information for our Freshmen (Class of 2029) fundraiser. 20% of all proceeds go to fund activities for the freshmen class.
Communities In Schools- HundredX Fundraiser
Communities In Schools of Catoosa County is excited to announce the annual HundredX Fundraiser, in partnership with Helping Hands Ending Hunger! This is a fun and easy way to support our Communities In Schools Food Pantry which is available to all CCPS Students—simply by giving feedback on brands you know. Each piece of feedback earns money for our programs! Giving without spending!
Dates: start now through October 2nd
Link to get started: https://feedback.hundredxinc.com/?key=c7cb4e21-ebcf-48e1-a136-cf824d9843fc&utm_id=5966748&utm_medium=socialreferral
Avoid The Hassle: Pay Student Fees Online With Ease
Arriving After 8:15???
Any student arriving after 8:15 am will need to enter through the front office. CCA, Work-Based Learning, and Dual Enrollment students who arrive on campus after 8:15 will need enter the building through the front office. We have posted signs at the gym entrance to let students know this as well.
Purchase Your Parking Permits ASAP...
Student drivers need to purchase a parking permit as soon as possible. Parking permits are $30 and can be purchased in the HHS Front Office.
Important Info Regarding Attendance
Please remember that you have 10 days from the absence to submit notes for attendance. If you need assistance with attendance, email hhs_attendance@catoosa.k12.ga.us and one of our attendance secretaries will be glad to assist you. It is very important to submit notes on time to set your student up for success if they are working to exempt their final exams. Notes may be submitted in person to the Attendance Secretary in the front office or via email to hhs_attendance@catoosa.k12.ga.us.
New Bus App- Please Read If Your Student Is A Bus-Rider
We are excited to announce a new bus-tracking app called Traversa MyRide K-12, starting on March 26, 2025, for the entire district. Heritage Parents will have access to our new app. MyRide K-12. Please use the QR code below to sign up for our new CCPS bus app.
Changing over to Traversa offers a more advanced and user-friendly platform designed to improve the safety and efficiency of our student transportation. Key benefits include:
Improved Efficiency: Streamlined processes and real-time updates.
Enhanced Safety: Advanced features to ensure student safety.
Better Communication: Timely notifications and updates through the MyRide K-12 Parent App, allowing you to track your child’s bus.
We look forward to partnering with you to make our transportation system the best it can be.
Sincerely,
Mr. Ellis
Transportation Director CCPS
Jostens Letterman Jacket Sizing- Coming Soon
Monday, September 29th, Jostens will be coming to Heritage High School to help students get fitted for their letterman's jacket. Please mark your calendars. They will have plenty of options to serve your student's style and fit needs.
This Week's Events
- Monday
- No Events
- Tuesday
- Volleyball @ Chattooga vs. Chattooga & Gordon Lee- 6:00 - 9:00 pm
- Softball @ Home vs. Northwest - 5:30 pm
- FFA Competition @ Cass
- Wednesday
- September LSGT Meeting
- Thursday
- FCA Meeting during lunch
- XC @ Rambler Invitation - 5:00 pm
- Volleyball @ Home vs. Southeast Whitfield - 5:00 pm
- Softball @ Northwest Whitfield - 5:30 pm
- JV Football @ Home vs. Lafayette 5:30 pm
- Friday
- Special Olympics Flag Football @ Ringgold
- Football @ Northwest Whitfield - 7:30 pm
- Saturday
- Legion Of Generals Marching Competition @ Bradley Central
- Competition Cheer @ Home
- Volleyball @ Christian Heritage vs. Christian Heritage, Coosa, & Murray - 9:00 am
Is your child starting the year with smart tech habits?
Kick off the school year by setting healthy screen routines and checking what apps your child is using.
A new school year is the perfect time to reset screen habits.
Find tips for tech routines on Parent ProTech: https://app.parentprotech.com/932/catoosa-county/en/signup?source=admin
School Safety Is A Priority
Parents, please help your students understand the importance of being aware of their surroundings. Please encourage your child to say something if they see or hear something that sounds un-safe or potentially dangerous. A courageous student willing to report something suspicious can make all the difference. This is something they should practice inside and outside of school to ensure their safety.
Everyone Is Responsible For School Safety
Students who see or hear something suspicious have many options when it comes to reporting what they see. Make sure they know they can report to an administrator, a teacher, a school counselor, or an adult they trust. They can also text hello to 741-741. Leaders cannot act on information they don't have so please encourage your student report what they see and hear if it is suspicious or dangerous. We're better together!
Counselors Corner
If your student needs support, please have them connect with one of our counselors. They serve students based on the student's last name. See below to find the contact information for your child's counselor.
Counselors:
Last Name A-D: Cassey Campbell ccampbell.hhs@catoosa.k12.ga.us
Last Name E-K: Deston Franks dfranks.hhs@catoosa.k12.ga.us
Last Name L-R: Allison Allen allen.hhs@catoosa.k12.ga.us
Last Name S-Z: Katelyn Canida kcanida.hhs@catoosa.k12.ga.us
Kate's Club School Grief Groups
Please be aware of this resource if your child is currently dealing with grief.
Contact Heritage High
Website: www.hhsgenerals.com
Location: 3960 Poplar Springs Road, Ringgold, GA, USA
Phone: (706) 937-6464
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hhssnapshots
Twitter: @HHSGenerals