HTHS Newsletter

The Alabama Family School Climate Survey is for parents and guardians of students in grades 9–12. We are asking every parent and guardian to complete this survey no later than Friday, March 6.

Parents and Guardians of Juniors, the ACT is just around the corner! On Wednesday, March 11, 2026, all juniors will take this important college-readiness exam. Your support at home can make a big difference in your student’s confidence and performance.

Here’s how you can help ensure your junior is at their best on test day:

✅ Prioritize Rest – A full night’s sleep the night before will keep their mind sharp.
✅ Fuel Up – A protein-packed breakfast (eggs, yogurt, nuts, etc.) will provide lasting energy.
✅ Pack Smart – Send them with a healthy snack for the break to keep their focus strong.
✅ Bring the Essentials – Students must have a charged Chromebook + charger and an approved calculator (check ACT’s website for acceptable models).

Your encouragement and preparation at home will help them tackle the ACT with confidence. We appreciate your partnership in their success!

As you all know, the FOCUS Act is in place where phones are stored away from bell to bell for the entirety of the school day. This is also an ACT and State Department of Education policy on special testing days - there are to be no personal devices to enter the testing halls or rooms. Cell phones, smart glasses, smart watches, fitness bands, and any other devices with recording, Wi-Fi, internet, or communication capabilities are prohibited. Students will be allowed to store devices in their lockers before testing begins and retrieve them at dismissal, but no lockers will be accessed between tests or during breaks.

A great plan for staying within the ALSDE/ACT guidelines for testing day for a student is:

• Arrive at HTHS and leave personal device in vehicle if possible - if you must bring it in the building take it straight to your locker - you may not visit your locker again until dismissal

• What to bring to the testing room: your fully charged chromebook and charger, calculator, pencils, snack/drink, and photo ID

• Visit the school photo ID station and pick up a school ID if you did not bring a photo ID

• Snacks/drinks can be left in the hall outside of your testing room but should be in a clear plastic bag - there are no food/drinks to be brought in the testing room unless prior authorization due to medical condition

• No personal bags, backpacks, purses or pencil pouches, etc. will be allowed on the testing hall

• There is a calculator feature built into the online version of the test - Each hall will have four-function calculators available to borrow but there will not be scientific calculators available for students to borrow

We are looking forward to an amazing day of testing! Let’s make it a great day with no infractions for phones or devices!

Freshmen, Sophomores, and Seniors* will be on an e-learning day while the Juniors take the ACT. Assignments will be distributed by the teachers and/or posted on Schoology.

*See the special announcement below for Seniors.

Seniors will have the opportunity to take cap and gown photos with Bill Miller Photography on March 11th while the juniors take the ACT. This is an eLearning day for the Seniors and they will be excused from elearning if they show up to take their cap and gown photos. Students will enter through the gym doors and have photos taken in the small gym.

Caps and Gowns will be provided for students to use for photos.

Recommended attire Gentlemen: white button-down shirt and tie (preferably not red) Ladies: collard shirts not recommend. A v-neck shirt or some shirt that will not show as the gown comes down a bit in the front. Come with hair and make up ready.

Last names A-M from 9-11:30,

Last names N-Z will be 12- 3pm

The last day to submit a pre-arranged absence form is April 10th.

AP Mock Exams will be held for participating classes March 16th - 20th. Important reminders for students:

* Your teacher will let you know when and where your mock exam will be held.

* Students will follow their regular schedule before/after their mock exam. Attendance will be taken in your testing location and in your regularly scheduled classes every day.

* Bring your charged Chromebook and a pencil for testing.

* Make-up tests will be coordinated with teachers and at their discretion.

* This is a great opportunity! Do your best and use your results to help you prepare for the official AP exams in May.

Calling all business recruiters and industry representatives!

Please save the date for the Hewitt-Trussville High School Career Fair on Tuesday, April 7, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the small gym. This event provides an opportunity to connect with students and share information about career pathways in your field.

If you are interested in participating, please complete the form linked below. If you are only able to attend for part of the event, we would still love for you to join us for whatever time you are available.

Additional details and logistics will be shared as we get closer to the event. This message is intended to serve as a save the date, and we hope you will consider joining us.

Please see the link below for Senior Exam Exemption Procedures.

Students will have an opportunity learn about the Love Like Lexi Project during an extended morning activity on Friday, March 13th. Please see the flyer linked below for more information.

Be sure to check out the Tracking the Huskies Newsletter for all upcoming athletic events. Go Huskies!

Faculty and staff were asked to nominate students from each grade level who illustrate characteristics of strong character, responsibility, academic achievement, or leadership. Congratulations to the Students of the Month for January:

Freshmen: Mayli Jackson & Reese Rollin

Sophomores: Brently Boshers & Emma Womack

Juniors: Luke Stutsman & Vivienne Shepard

Seniors: Raphael Boakye-Yiadom & Myles McGee

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