Hawk News 2/20/2026

We have officially entered testing season at Hendrickson High School. We are less than two weeks away from the School Day SAT. If you are in 11th grade, please see the information below. Some students will begin taking the Texas English Language Proficiency Assessment System (TELPAS) on Tuesday. Give these tests your best effort, and you won’t be disappointed with the results.

We are also three weeks away from the end of the third nine weeks, so please make sure your grades are in order so you can build momentum for the final nine weeks. The Boys and Girls Basketball playoffs are underway, good luck to both teams! Go Hawks!

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On March 4, 2026, all juniors at Hendrickson High School will take the school-day SAT. This assessment is an important milestone for our students and can have a direct impact on their plans after high school.

The SAT helps colleges measure a student’s readiness for college-level coursework in reading, writing, and math, and the results can open important doors for our students:

College Readiness:
Students who meet the college-ready benchmarks (480 in Reading and 530 in Math) will be able to avoid College Prep/TSI intervention courses during their senior year and move directly into advanced or elective coursework.

Scholarship Opportunities:
Many colleges and universities use SAT scores when awarding merit-based scholarships, which can significantly reduce the cost of college.

College Admissions:
While many schools are test-optional, strong SAT scores can still strengthen a student’s application and provide more options after graduation.

Future Planning:
Scores help students, families, and counselors make informed decisions about college, career pathways, and senior-year course selections.

Please remember that the SAT is only one measure of a student’s success. Daily effort in class, grades, attendance, and involvement in activities all continue to play a major role in preparing students for life after high school.

We encourage all juniors to:

Get a good night’s sleep before test day

Arrive on time

Bring their fully charged Chromebook

Do their best

This is a great opportunity for students to keep doors open for their future, and we are proud of the hard work they have put in to reach this point.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us.

Thank you for your continued support of Hendrickson students.

More information for practice and preparing for the SAT (Click Here).

https://www.anonymousalerts.com/pfisd/

Student IDs must be worn and be visible.

The details of the PfISD policy can be found here.

Girls Basketball Playoffs vs. Victoria East Area Round 8 pm Gonzales HS

Winter Pep Rally Big Gym (9-9:30 am)

Softball at Westwood Tournament

PfISD Baseball Tournament

Softball at Westwood Tournament

Guard TCGC Veterans Mem. Comp. JV/V

Powerlifting at Del Valle

Baseball at PfISD Tournament

Saturday School 9 am - 12 pm

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Band Concert PAC 6:30 pm

Library Senior Celebration Meeting 6pm

JVB Girls Soccer at House Park

Boys Basketball Playoffs vs. McCallum Bi District Round 7:30 pm Delco Center

Girls Basketball Playoffs vs. College Station Regional Semis 6 pm Hearne

TELPAS Testing Begins

Girls Soccer at WHS

Boys Soccer vs. WHS

Softball at Ellison

Jesus Club Meeting 8 am Library

Softball at PfISD Tournament

JV Tennis HHS Tournament

Baseball at Killeen Tournament

Track at CHS

Academic Letter Jacket Fittings Library (During Lunches)

Boys Powerlifting at PHS

Softball at PfISD Tournament

Tennis HHS Tournament

Baseball at Killeen Tournament

Girls Soccer vs. Georgetown

Boys Soccer at Georgetown

JV Navy Baseball at Lake Travis Tournament

Willie's Grill & Icehouse has donated $20 gift cards that will be given out to the Hawk Staff of the Week! Thanks for being an awesome neighbor.

Mr. Justice is on top of his teaching game every single day at HHS.

The Hawks earned an outstanding finish at the invitation-only Harvard National Speech & Debate Tournament. Our World Schools Team, Natalie, Peyton, Ike, Dallin, and Lucas, made school history by advancing to the semifinals for the first time and placing 3rd overall.

Natalie was also named 2nd Speaker in the World Schools division, recognizing her as one of the top individual competitors at this elite national tournament.

These students balanced intense preparation with their academic commitments and represented our school with professionalism, confidence, and grit. Special thanks to Vada Janak for her exceptional leadership and support in making this milestone possible.

A Tesla representative will be giving a presentation to HHS seniors regarding their Tesla Manufacturing Development Program (MDP) on Thursday, February 26 in the PAC from 9:30-10:30 AM. MDP provides high school graduates the opportunity to launch a career at Tesla by participating in a paid 7-week Advanced Manufacturing Program at Austin Community College leading to full-time employment at Tesla. The first cohorts for this program began the Summer of 2024. Twenty-five of HHS Class of ’26 grads are currently participating in this program! These students will complete courses in Material Handling, DC Circuits, Production Quality, Advanced Manufacturing & Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) at Austin Community College.

For more information, please attend this presentation or email Cristina Allgood at cristina.allgood@pfisd.net.

Please complete the RSVP Google form if you are an HHS senior and would like to attend, or if you would like more information about these programs.

Later in the spring semester, Tesla will offer follow up events for preparation leading up to interviews for interested seniors that are interested in the programs offered. All of these events will be offered here at Hendrickson campus. This is an amazing opportunity that is sure to lead towards invaluable skills, not to mention rewarding employment positions, complete with skills training and benefits. Please do not hesitate to reach out to Cristina Allgood if you have any questions.

SAVE THE DATES!

Tesla Manufacturing Development Program (MDP): Thursday, Feb 26 in the PAC 9:30-10:30 AM

MDP Interview prep workshops -virtual leading up to interview day

MDP Interview Day for Srs: Tue, March 31 starting at 9AM

theHAWK February 2026 edition.

Attention Seniors and Parents/Guardians,

Graduation ordering time is here!

Please take the time to go online & order your graduation items as soon as possible.

Items can be ordered individually or as a graduation package as seen online.

We ask that orders be placed online ASAP.

Follow the link to order your items today and Congratulations to the Class of 2026!!

Herff Jones will be on campus distributing cap and gown orders on Wednesday, April 8th during lunches from 10:30am - 1:05pm. After which time seniors can pick up orders in the CCC.

https://hendrickson-senior-celebration.square.site/

"Garden Gala" hosted by the Silver Dancers on Saturday, March 28th! Dress up and come enjoy a great night with music, door prizes and great photo ops! Tickets are on sale via Hometown Ticketing. Get your ticket today!

https://events.hometownticketing.com/boxoffice/hhscheer/L2VtYmVkL2V2ZW50LzQ=

HHS FFA is hosting our biannual shot clinic is taking place on March 9th at the HHS Ag Building (located at the back of the school next to the water tower)

You can pre register if you have 3 or more pets by 3/5. See the flyers for details!

Help us spread the word by sharing on neighborhood pages!

Dear Senior Parents and Guardians,

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is officially open for the Class of 2026! Completing the FAFSA is the most important step in securing financial aid for college, trade school, or career training programs.

This application determines eligibility for:

• Federal grants (money you don’t repay)

• Work-study opportunities

• Low-interest federal student loans

• Many state and college-specific scholarships

How the FAFSA Works This Year:

1. The student begins the FAFSA with their own username and password.

2. The student will then invite one parent/guardian (called a “contributor”) to log in with their own username and password.

3. That parent completes their section, and then the FAFSA is submitted.

Important: Only one parent needs to fill out the FAFSA. Which parent is used depends on the family situation:

• Married parents (to each other): Both parents’ information is included, but only one parent logs in as the contributor.

• Divorced/separated parents: Use the parent the student lived with most in the past 12 months (or who provided more financial support).

  • If that parent is remarried, the stepparent’s info must be included too.

• Single, never married parent: Only that parent’s info is needed.

Why act quickly?

• Some financial aid is awarded on a first-come, first-served basis.

• Many colleges require the FAFSA on file before awarding scholarships.

• Even if you don’t think you qualify, it’s still worth completing.

• You’ll need your 2024 tax information to complete the form.

Click here to begin!

Students must provide completed permit agreement, valid drivers’ license, proof of insurance, and $25 annual fee (paid by cash or check). Permit should be affixed on the front windshield, inside lower right-hand corner and must be in original, purchased condition. Students may park only in the general student parking lots (A, B & C) located on the southwest part of the property as well as the lots located near the athletic Fieldhouse and tennis courts. Students are strictly prohibited from parking in Faculty Parking areas and will be ticketed and/or immobilized (booted). Citations for not having a permit are $25 and parking in non-student areas are $15. Also seniors who have bought parking spots have exclusive rights to the space during school hours.

Email: Michael.Grebb@pfisd.net

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