Hawk News 12/12/2025

Today may have felt like the end of the semester, but we still have one more important week to go. Finishing strong will help ensure you can fully enjoy a restful and well-deserved holiday break.

Next week we’ll have midterms, along with an early release day on December 19th. Let’s stay focused, take care of our responsibilities, and end 2025 on a high note, then we can relax and celebrate!

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The HHS Counselors will be meeting with all students from December through mid-February to review their Personal Graduation Plans (PGPs). These meetings will take place during their history or English classes.

Following each meeting, parents/guardians will receive an email summary outlining what was discussed with their student.

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Student IDs must be worn and be visible.

The details of the PfISD policy can be found here.

Swim at Lehman

Girls Basketball at La Vega

Boys Basketball at PfISD Tournament

Saturday School

eSports Inaugural tournament WHS 9:30 am

Best Buddy Holiday Party Cafeteria 11 am

Wrestling Tiger Girls Round Robin at A & M

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Boys Basketball vs. Cedar Creek

Girls Basketball at McNeil

Midterms 7B and 8B

Library - ACC Dual Credit Presentation 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm

Unified Basketball Scrimmage Big Gym 5:30 pm

Midterms 3A and 4A

Early Release

Midterms 5B and 6B

Girls Basketball at WHS 5:15 pm

Boys Basketball vs. WHS 2:30 pm

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.

Manuel Duarte goes the extra mile for all of his students!

Subject: Update: Parent Meeting Rescheduled to Wed, Dec 17 (6–7 PM) — RSVP Required

Dear Hendrickson High School families,

We’re writing with an important update regarding the parent meeting for our Summer 2027 Europe tour. The meeting originally scheduled for Wednesday, December 10, was moved to Wednesday, December 17. The time remains the same: 6:00–7:00pm.

Please RSVP at https://bit.ly/4iALEmy as soon as possible—RSVP’ing is required to attend.

Due to the schedule change, our Tour Consultant at EF has shared that there will be a special one-night discount available for students and families who RSVP and attend the meeting on December 17th.

This Europe tour is a truly life-changing opportunity. International travel helps students build confidence, broaden their perspectives, and connect classroom learning to the real world. And with the holidays upon us, it’s the perfect time to consider giving the gift of travel—an experience that lasts long after the season ends.

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reply to this email. We look forward to seeing you on the 17th!

Warm Regards,

Carmen Tydings & Pilar Lira (Ms. G)

Thursday, January 15, 2026.

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ACC Dual Credit Information Meeting – December 17, 6:00–7:00 PM (Library)

All students interested in taking ACC Dual Credit courses are invited to attend an information session on December 17 from 6–7 PM in the HHS Library. While the meeting is especially important for sophomores planning to apply for the Dual Credit Junior Cohort, it will also include information for any student considering taking ACC classes independently.

Our ACC representatives will be on campus to provide guidance and answer any questions you may have. We’ll review the enrollment process, required steps (ACCeID, orientation, TSI testing), course options, and details about cohort selection for next year.

If you have questions before or after the meeting, please contact Mrs. Akin.

Hendrickson High School Seniors and Parents,

Graduation ordering time is officially here!

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

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

Please try and place orders by Friday, December 19th.

Follow this link to order your items today and Congratulations to the Class of 2026 & Go Hawks!!

Senior Celebration fundraisers for a fantastic post Graduation Celebration! Get your Christmas gifts now!

• Tamales

• Pampered Chef

• Class of 2026 and underclass HOODIES

• Senior Parent merch

• Senior merch

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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!

GT Referral Process - Click Here

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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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