Inside Scoop

Hello, Hawks:

Happy beautiful fall Friday! We've got a packed Scoop for you. Seniors, new information regarding yard signs, apparel, and brick sales. Tickets for the the fall play are available now. Lots to cover! Have a great weekend!

Here's what you'll find in the Scoop:

• Counselor, College, and Career Information
• NHS Application Information
• Yearbook Information for Seniors
• Class of 2026 Information
• PSAT Information
• Athletics (New Website)
• Athlete of the Week
• New Tennis Coach
• Theater Update
• AAA Booster Information
• Band Update

If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out to me at tim.fox@hocksd.org. Thank you for your support!

Go Hawks! #Elevate

If you are a sophomore, junior, or senior and are interested in NHS (National Honor Society), download the application below!

Seniors - BIG year! Please review this information, as it has to do with Senior portraits, quotes, and ads for the yearbook.

Senior Apparel Drop

Show your pride with Class of 2026 apparel, comfy hoodies, tees, and more perfect for spirit days and senior events. Every purchase helps fund a safe & memorable Grad Night Party for our seniors. Shop here.

Senior Yard Signs

We are excited to be offering HHS Class of 2026 Yard Signs. Purchasing a sign is great way to celebrate and recognize your graduate and will help raise money for the Grad Night Party. Below is some important information about the fundraiser:

· Online ordering will end at 8pm, October 31, 2026.

· There are (3) yard sign designs available. Ordering link here!

· $5 per sign sold will be donated to the HHS Class of 2026.

· Signs will be available for pick up at school prior to Thanksgiving Break, location TBD.

· If you order a sign with a photo (Package C), please email a high resolution jpg image, without cropping of your senior to info@4everphotographynw.com within 48 hours of your order submission.

Senior Brick Sales

Put Your Name in Stone at the entrance to HHS! Great for Individuals, Teams, Clubs, Businesses and More! To be installed at HHS the summer of 2026! Every two years, the graduating class is given an opportunity to offer customized brick pavers to anyone who wants to purchase one!

To Reserve Your Brick Paver, fill out the form below and the AAA Boosters will follow up with payment options. All proceeds support the graduating class of 2026. *All brick text will be approved by Mr. Fox. Bricks are $100 each. Up to three lines with up to 18 characters each line.

Order Here: https://forms.gle/PkX1Jx8JNeY3oWnv9

PSAT/NMSQT Test for Juniors - Important Information

All juniors will be taking the PSAT/NMSQT on October 21st from 9am to noon. This is a great opportunity for their future success, and it is completely free for all juniors this year.

• Fast Facts About the PSAT/NMSQT

• The Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT) is structured similarly to the SAT.

• It has the same sections and timing, and measures the Reading and Writing and Math skills needed to succeed in college and career.

• It's given throughout October. Schools decide who can take it and when.

• Why Take the PSAT/NMSQT?

• The Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT) is more than good practice for the SAT, and the scores are more than just a number. With your results you can:

• See Your Progress

• If you've already taken the PSAT 8/9 or PSAT 10, you'll be able to track your improvement.

• Set a Target

• With insights about your knowledge and skills, set your own target SAT score.

• Get Your AP Potential

• Access personalized recommendations about AP courses that are a good fit.

• Enter the National Merit Scholarship Program

• Students who take the PSAT/NMSQT and meet other program entry requirements specified in the PSAT/NMSQT Student Guide will enter the National Merit Scholarship Program, an academic competition for recognition and scholarships conducted by National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC).

• Help Pay for College

• Scholarship partners use the PSAT/NMSQT to find students qualified to apply for their programs. These organizations give out over $300 million in combined awards every year.

If your student is not on campus in the mornings, (Running Start students, Cascadia Tech, HVA) we can arrange for them to come to the high school at 9am to take the PSAT/NMSQT. Please ensure they bring their Chromebooks as the test is digital.

If you do NOT want your student to participate in the PSAT/NMSQT on October 21st, kindly fill out the attached Google form.

Sophomores can also take this exam on October 21st for a fee of $25, if they wish to join the Juniors during this time.

Fall Sports are off and running! If you haven't done so already, check out our new Athletics website here.

Barrett Roscoe is the athlete of the week! Barrett is a sophomore and a member football team. Keep up the great effort, Barrett!

Final preparations for the Fall Play, The Brothers Grimm Spectaculathon, are well under way and tickets are available NOW!

Showtimes:

- October 16 7pm

- October 17 7pm

- October 18 2pm and 7pm

Check out the AAA Booster Update here!

Also, if you are able and willing, there are volunteer opportunities in concessions. Thank you for your support!

Did you know? The annual AAA Booster Auction is going back to in-person this year!

If you need a new mattress or even a pillow, please come support the HHS Band Boosters during their annual mattress fundraiser on October 18th from 10am to 4pm in the HS Commons.

Come have dinner at Heritage Center Burgerville on Tuesday October 21st from 4-9 pm. Stop by before or after coming to support our ladies Volleyball teams at home against Ridgefield. Bring the flier or just mention Hockinson Music Boosters to support the band.

Email: tim.fox@hocksd.org
Website: https://hhs.hocksd.org/
Location: 16819 Northeast 159th Street, Brush Prairie, WA, USA
Phone: 360-448-6450
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HockinsonHS/