Hawk News 11/15/2024

We’re just one week away from a well-deserved Thanksgiving Break! The effort and focus you put in during these final days will play a big role in determining semester grades. While it may be tempting to slow down, keep pushing forward—it will be worth it in the end.

A big congratulations to our Volleyball team for an incredible season, making it all the way to the 3rd round of the playoffs!

Take this weekend to rest and recharge as we gear up for the final stretch before the break. If you have any questions about your child’s progress, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re here to work together and create a plan for success. Please remember to:

Show Up

Challenge Yourselves

& Get Involved

The Anonymous Alerts is an anti-bullying and safety app reporting system that helps combat bullying and other negative activity in schools by empowering students to speak up. Social and peer pressure are some of the hardest obstacles for students to overcome. Students or parents can submit reports such as bullying, cyber bullying, depression, dating violence, drug or alcohol use, threats against the school, weapons on campus, and more.

The system allows for 1-way or 2-way anonymous encrypted communications between the submitters (students, parents, or community members) and District administration and/or school staff. Users of the system have the option to remain anonymous or reveal their identity when submitting a report.

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

Choir Region Clinic

Hosting MS OAP Zone Contest

Full Moon

Boys Basketball at Hutto

Girls Basketball at Tournament

Swim at Belton

Girls Basketball Tournament

MS OAP

NHS Induction Ceremony 1pm (PAC)

Golf vs. Hutto at Delaware Springs

Golf vs. Hutto at Delaware Springs

Hawks at the Barn 6 pm

Girls Basketball at Tournament

Boys Basketball at Tournament

SD Tryouts

Girl Basketball at Tournament

Boys Basketball at Tournament

1- Parents please check students' attendance on Skyward and address any concerns via email to hhsattendance@pfisd.net

2- Attendance letters are also posted on the student Skyward profile.

Seniors and Parents/Guardians,

Graduation ordering time is officially here!

Please take the time to go online and order your official Hendrickson graduation items as soon as possible. Items can be ordered individually or as a graduation package as seen online.

We encourage orders be placed online by Friday, December 6th.

Follow the below link to order your items today.

Congratulations to the Class of 2025 & Go Hawks!!

ORDER HERE

Hendrickson High School is excited to announce the launch of our very first esports program! Competing nationally in Fortnite, Overwatch, and Super Smash Bros., our teams play every Wednesday and Thursday.

We're proud of what we've accomplished in such a short time and invite students, parents, and the community to join us. Here's how you can get involved:

• Join the Team: We're welcoming new players of all skill levels. We're also recruiting leadership team members and staff.
• Cheer Us On: Support our teams during matches and events.
• Volunteer & Support: Help with organizing events or participating in fundraisers.

Stay connected by following us on Instagram: instagram@esportshhshawks

For more information, contact Mr. Mario Moreno at Mario.Moreno@pfisd.net or visit Room C210.

Go Hawks!

Samsung Austin Semiconductor Fab Internship and Apprenticeship Programs

Samsung Austin Semiconductor is looking for resourceful, detail oriented, young problem solvers that are interested in learning about some terrific opportunities in the field of technology and electronics! Hendrickson will be offering the opportunity to learn more by participating in a field trip on Thursday, 12/5 at 9am. This field trip is open to juniors and seniors. Click HERE to register! You must be passing all your classes and no attendance issues.

Samsung offers an exciting pathway for students looking to enter the tech and semiconductor industries through their Fab Internship and Fab Apprentice programs. These initiatives are designed to provide hands-on experience, professional development, and potential career opportunities for participants.

Fab Internship Program The 10-week paid Fab Internship gives high school graduates (ages 18 and up) the chance to work at Samsung Austin Semiconductor over the summer, gaining real-world experience while completing a dedicated project. Successful interns are eligible to join the subsequent Fab Apprentice program, creating a seamless progression into a deeper learning and working experience with Samsung.

Fab Apprentice Program Building on the skills developed in the internship, the Fab Apprentice program is available to those who have completed the Fab Internship. Apprentices are simultaneously enrolled in an Associate’s Degree program at Austin Community College (ACC), focusing on fields such as Automation and Robotics Technology, Advanced Manufacturing, and Electronics Technician Specializations, among others. Samsung covers 100% of tuition and book costs, provided students maintain a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Apprentices work part-time at Samsung while studying, and upon graduation, they become eligible for full-time technician positions with the company.

These programs are excellent opportunities for students aiming to kickstart a career in semiconductor manufacturing and related fields, with educational support and a clear path to employment in an innovative environment.

Click on this link for a flyer about these exciting Samsung programs.

Click here for a YouTube about the Samsung Internship program https://youtu.be/IMOZtxEyS3Y?si=I1o56xwpfpwoVOGh

and for the Samsung Austin Semiconductor YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/SamsungAustinSemiconductor

Please contact Leigh Ann Spradlin (leigh.spradlin@pfisd.net) or Cristina Allgood (cristina.allgood@pfisd.net ) for more information.

A Tesla representative gave a presentation to HHS seniors regarding their Tesla Manufacturing Development Program (MDP) and the START program on Thursday, November 14 in the PAC. They will continue to work with seniors that are interested in applying to the Tesla MDP program. 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 ’24 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.

Tesla START is an intensive training program that provides individuals across the U.S. with the skills necessary for a successful career at Tesla and beyond. During the program, individuals develop technical expertise and earn certifications through in-class theory, hands-on labs and self-paced learning. Students qualified students may transfer to the START program later during their employment.

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

Tesla will offer follow up events for preparation leading up to the Tesla interviews for seniors that are interested in the programs offered. All of these events will be offered here at Hendrickson campus. Please do not hesitate to reach out to Cristina Allgood if you have any questions. This is an amazing opportunity that is sure to lead towards invaluable skills, not to mention rewarding employment position complete with skills training and benefits. For more information, please view the flyer at the link below or email Cristina Allgood at cristina.allgood@pfisd.net.

Click here for a Tesla flyer in English or Spanish.

Order by 11/21: https://forms.gle/CicCdBuUAxFKiJhU7

Orders due by 11/24: Here is the link as well. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfQ1ocEXic2t5BOmRcLZQLhzrhNNdBJAh2pYUlbl6RQnYrTGA/viewform?vc=0&c=0&w=1&flr=0

Yearbooks are available for pre-order at this site.

Senior tribute ads are also available on the same website, just scroll down to the bottom of the page to see the link.

262 seniors still need to set up an appointment for their senior portrait.

To have your senior's portrait included in the yearbook, they must have your picture taken by Cady Photography no later than December 2.

The portrait for the yearbook is outfit of choice--basically, wear something nice. Cady will also do a cap and gown shot at that time.

You can choose the free yearbook only or pay a fee for more poses, backgrounds, and outfits.

Portraits can be taken either at their studio in Cedar Park or on campus on November 21 or 22.

Whether you have the portraits done on campus or in the studio, you have to go onto the website and make an appointment.

The website is Cady.com

If you have any questions or need help making appointment, please come by E211 or email kari.riemer@pfisd.net

I am happy to help any senior set up an appointment. Just have them stop by E211

11/20 from 6-8pm come listen Hawk jazz band at Kendra Scott in The Domain. Our program will receive 20% of sales when this flyer is shown at the register or the online code is used. Thank you for you support.

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.

Email: Michael.Grebb@pfisd.net

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