Providence Hall High School

It’s Homecoming Week! Homecoming is all about coming together with students, staff, families, and alumni to celebrate what makes Providence Hall special. This spirit of unity reflects our focus this month on collaboration, one of the most powerful ways we live out our core value of Communicate.

As Helen Keller once said, “Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much.” From planning events to cheering in the stands, Homecoming Week is a reminder that our strength lies in listening, working together, and celebrating as one community.

Please take time to review this week’s Principal's Update thoroughly—it includes important information about:

• Friday's Midterm Deadline

• Upcoming Events

• Homecoming Information (Spirit Days, Assembly, Guest Pass, Dance & Ticket Information)

• Early Graduation Deadline

• Scholarship Information

• ACT Prep Course

• PSAT Scholarship Competition

• Spirit Packs … and more!

Don't forget to choose to have a great week, Patriots!

Melissa McPhail
PHHS Principal

Ms. Brown’s AP Environmental Science students recently created a closed aquatic and terrestrial ecosystem complete with fish, plants, and decomposers. The system is designed to sustain itself throughout the year with no outside interaction other than making observations. Students are super proud and excited about this hands-on project, and it’s a wonderful example of their curiosity and commitment to learning.

THIS WEEK AT PROVIDENCE HALL

• Mon. September 8: "MUSTACHE MONDAY" // School Carnival (PHES, 5 - 7:30pm) // E-Sports Parent Meeting (5pm) // Last Day to Apply to NHS
• Tue. September 9: "TWINNING TUESDAY" // Volleyball (Away) & Tennis (Away)
• Wed. September 10: "MYSTERIOUS WEDNESDAY"
• Thur. September 11: "CHARACTER THURSDAY" // Scholarship Seminar (7:20am or 2:40am, Rm. 103) // Home Volleyball (Fresh. 5pm @ JH, JV 5pm & Varsity 6:30pm @ HS) // Soccer (Away) // Boys Golf Tournament
• Fri. September 12: "B" Day // SPIRIT BOWL COLORS // Early Graduation Application Deadline // Midterm Deadline // Homecoming Assembly // Guest Dance Passes Due by 2pm // Homecoming Football Home Game (7pm)

• Sat. September 13: Cross Country Boarder Wars (7:30am, Valley Regional Park) // Homecoming Dance (Gym, 7:30 - 10:30pm)

ON THE HORIZON

• Thur. September 18: Deadline to Sign Up for the ACT Workshop
• Wed. September 24: Parent Teacher Conferences (3 - 7pm) // Last Day of Early Early Bird Yearbook Pricing
• Thur. September 25: Parent Teacher Conferences & Flu Clinic (1:30 - 4pm) // Last Day for the Lowest Yearbook Price // Last Day to for Sophomores & Juniors to Register for the PSAT
• Wed. October 1: Choir Concert (7pm)
• Thur. October 2: Picture Make-Up Day
• Tue. October 7: Guitar Concert (7pm)
• Wed. October 8: ACT Practice & PSAT Exam Day // Senior College Tours // Band Concert (7pm)
• Mon. October 13: Orchestra Concert (7pm)
• Thur. October 16: End of Term Deadline // Last Day of Quarter 1

ASSEMBLY INFORMATION

• The assembly will be held this Friday between 1st and 2nd block.

• Students, parents, and guardians should expect learning (tests, assignments, etc.) to occur in classes on assembly days.
• Students may not leave campus during assemblies unless they are checked-out by a parent.
• Students who have an aversion to loud noises should speak to the secretaries in the front office prior to Friday's assembly.
• Parents and guardians may attend the assembly to watch their student perform. They must check-in at the front office and will not be allowed into the Stadium until 8:50am.
• All visitors will sit in the four back rows on either side of the press box.
• Students from other schools may NOT attend PHHS assemblies.

SPIRIT WEEK INFORMATION

• Mustache Monday
• Twinning Tuesday
• Mysterious Wednesday (wear dark and mysterious clothing)
• Character Thursday (dress as your favorite character from a book, movie, TV show, etc.)

Students who dress up will receive a Patriot Pass, which can be redeemed in the front office for extra credit passes or candy.

DANCE INFORMATION

• Date & Time: Saturday, September 13 // 7:30 - 10:30pm // PHHS Gym
• Entrance: All guests will enter through the music and art hallway doors on the west side of the building.
• Dress Code: Semiformal (dresses, slacks, and button-up shirts).
• Tickets: $15 in the office (cash & card) or $20 at the door (cash only).
• Student ID: Students must present their current school ID or show their PHHS Skyward account on their phone.

GUEST PASSES

• PHHS students may bring ONE non-PHHS guest by completing a guest pass and submitting it before the deadline.

• Ninth grade students who attend a junior high or middle school are not permitted to attend PHHS dances.

• Guests over 18 must receive administrative approval at least 2 days before the dance. No guests over 19 will be allowed.

• All guests must present a student ID or driver’s license and must arrive and leave with their PHHS date.

The Midterm Deadline is this Friday, September 12. This is the final day for submitting any work due prior to that date.

PHHS has a consistent policy across all classes, so be sure to submit missing assignments by the deadline. Reach out to teachers if needed.

If you are interested in graduating early—no matter your current grade level—you must submit an application to your counselor by September 12th.

Juniors who want to graduate this year, and seniors who want to graduate at the end of first semester, must meet this deadline. If you miss it, you will not be able to move forward with early graduation.

Seniors, it’s almost time to start applying to colleges! We are privileged to have our Advanced Academic Coordinator, Ms. Hannah Thompson (hthompson@providencehall.com), here to support you through the process.

She will be offering several scholarship seminars each quarter to help you with college and scholarship applications. The first seminar will be held on September 11, so mark your calendars!

Important scholarship opportunities will also be highlighted in this newsletter, and Ms. Thompson is available to meet one-on-one with students and parents to provide guidance. Don’t miss out on this valuable support as you take your next steps toward the future!

Parents and students are invited to attend Parent Teacher Conferences (PTC) on Wednesday, September 24, from 3:00–7:00 pm, and Thursday, September 25, from 1:30–4:00 pm.

Teachers will be stationed at desks outside their classrooms and will provide families with important feedback about student progress.

Thursday’s PTC will include a Flu Clinic. Please see the flyer below for more details.

Sign up for our 6-week ACT Prep Course designed to help students crush the ACT exam that all juniors will take in March. Students will take a pre- and post-test to track their growth and see where to focus their study time. Another session will be offered in January, but taking it now gives students plenty of time to prepare—and it’s a perfect fit for winter and spring athletes!

Attention 10th and 11th graders—don’t miss your chance to take the PSAT! For juniors, this is the test that can qualify you for national scholarship competitions, and for sophomores, it’s great practice for the SAT & ACT.

The deadline to register is September 25th, but space is limited—once seats are filled, they’re gone. Sign up today and secure your spot!

PHHS Admin and our amazing PTO have teamed up to create new Spirit Packages—exclusive gear that builds school pride while directly supporting our teachers and school activities. Each package includes a PHHS sweatshirt, t-shirt, yard sign, and a Pride Pack with fun fan items. Your purchase helps fund teacher appreciation, classroom supplies, and many school programs—strengthening our sense of community and pride in our school.

Don’t wait—grab your Spirit Package now and show your pride, support our teachers, and fuel PHHS activities!

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Make senior year unforgettable with the Senior Pack—a senior-exclusive sweatshirt, yard sign, Pride Pack, plus tickets to the Senior Dinner Dance and Senior Night Activity (and save $15!). Buying early guarantees your spot, secures your gear, and helps us plan incredible celebrations.

Also included: a Graduation Photography Field Session with access to the football field and indoor photo stations for memorable cap-and-gown pictures.

A portion of every purchase supports our Adopt a Teacher initiative, funding meals, supplies, and appreciation gifts for PHHS educators.

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Yearbooks are now available for purchase in the main office. Don’t miss out on capturing the memories of this school year!

We’re also offering Senior Ads, which can be purchased using the QR code below. A Senior Ad is a special tribute where families can share childhood photos, write a message of encouragement, and celebrate their senior as they graduate. Different ad sizes and pricing options are available, but space is limited—so be sure to order soon!

Support our teachers by donating money, supplies, or your time to the Treat Trolley.

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Do you know of a teacher or staff member that is deserving of praise and recognition? If so, please submit a RAVE Review.

ATHLETICS: Austin Crapo - acrapo@providencehall.com

ACTIVITIES: Jill Stark - jstark@providencehall.com

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