A MESSAGE FROM MS. RILEY
March is always a busy month at HVCHS. As I've attended various events, games, performances, and competitions over the past few weeks, I've been struck by the amount of support we receive from our parents and guardians. From organizing a concession stand, to volunteering with the PTO, to providing meals after a game, rehearsal, or build session, to decorating for senior night, the parents and guardians of HVCHS truly go above and beyond! Thank you for your ongoing support, positivity, and generosity -- it is sincerely appreciated.
SPRING SPIRIT WEEK & PEP RALLY
Thank you to the HVCHS Student Council for organizing a fun-filled Spring Spirit Week, which culminated in our Spring Pep Rally. The pep rally celebrated our spring athletes, the robotics team, color guard, and indoor percussion, and featured a performance by the HVCHS Choir, the culmination of the school-wide volleyball tournament, the HVCHS March Madness Finals, and a series of "Battle of the Classes" games. It was a great way to kick off spring break, and we appreciate the participation of so many staff members and students.
2025-26 COURSE SELECTION & SCHEDULING
Earlier this month, our underclassmen were asked to complete the online scheduling process in OnCourse, in which they selected their courses for the 2025-26 school year. Following their online selections, each student met with their school counselor to finalize their selections. Those choices are currently visible via OnCourse Connect.
At the end of the third marking period (April 14), teachers will review student eligibility for honors and AP classes based on the student's course average for the first three marking periods. If a student's eligibility changes, the student, parent/guardian, and counselor will be notified, and the student's placement will be adjusted by the counselor.
Students who do not meet the eligibility criteria for honors or AP placement may submit a waiver. The waiver must be returned to the school counselor by April 25, 2025. Please be aware of the following criteria:
- Waivers will only be accepted if students have taken the pre-requisite course as stated in the course descriptions.
- Students may not submit course waivers in the same subject area in consecutive years.
- Students may not submit more than two course waivers for a given school year.
- The waiver process does not apply to AP World History or dual enrollment courses.
- Submission of a waiver does not guarantee placement in a course; placement is space dependent.
Additional information about course selection, scheduling, and waivers can be found in the HVCHS Program of Studies.
COMMUNITY OF RESPECT
As a district, we've emphasized the importance of establishing a community of respect and understanding, in which hate symbols and language and other forms of bias incidents will not be tolerated. At HVCHS, we've taken both proactive and reactive measures over the years to address incidents that have occurred within the school, district, and community. Curricular revisions, assemblies, and guest speakers have helped provide consistent messaging regarding our expectations. The creation of affinity groups such as Spectrum, Jewish American Culture Club, supportHER, Black Student Union, and the South Asian Student Association, as well as clubs to support specific segments of our population, such as Best Buddies, Unified Club, and ESL Buddies, have strengthened connections within our school community. In addition, clubs such as HV Care, the Debrief, and Culture Connections Club help to encourage discussion and awareness among our students about various cultures, beliefs, and issues. We continue to solicit feedback about our efforts through focus groups and committees led by our administration. HVCHS is committed to providing a positive, respectful environment for all students and staff members, and we appreciate your support in ensuring its existence.
MARCH MADNESS
Throughout the month of March, the Black Team has battled the Gold Team in series of "minute to win it" style games. Both students and staff have been active participants in the second annual HVCHS March Madness Tournament. At our pep rally yesterday, the final four competed in a series of events, and the final champion was named! Congratulations to Logan and the Gold team on their victory!
ATTENDANCE NOTIFICATIONS
Due to increase in late arrivals to school, we will be implementing automated tardy notifications after spring break in order to ensure that parents/guardians are aware when their children are arriving late to school. The tardy notifications will be similar to the automated absence notifications that are sent when a student is absent and the office has not been contacted by a parent or guardian. If your child is going to be late to school (or absent), please contact the TeleSafe line at (609)-737-4003 (press 1 for attendance). We appreciate your support in encouraging on-time attendance for every student!
CLASS OF 2025
The senior class is selling graduation lawn signs to celebrate the Class of 2025 graduates! Please purchase a lawn sign for your senior to celebrate their final year at HVCHS! Signs are $25 and have been updated this year. You can use this 2025 Graduation Lawn Signs Pre-Order From to place your order. Pictures of the sign and directions for payment are included within the form. All orders are due by Friday April 21st!
Also, the Senior Prom will be here before you know it!
SENIOR PROM TIMELINE & INFORMATION:
Senior Prom Friday June 6th @ The Stone Terrace by John Henry's
2275 Kuser Road, Hamilton Township, NJ 08690
Step 1: Permission Forms will be available from April 11th-April 25th. All forms, including guest forms, are due by April 25th.
Step 2: Payments will be collected from May 1st-May 12th. Price per person and payment information are still being finalized. All individual school fines must be cleared in order to pay for prom. Students will be notified if they have fines to clear before we accept prom payment.
Step 3: Students will have the opportunity to organize their prom seating from May 13th-May 21st. More information will follow.
Reach out to selenacarrigan@hvrsd.org and jillianslizewski@hvrsd.org with any questions.
CLASS OF 2026
Junior Prom will take place on Friday, May 2 at the Buck Hotel from 6:30-10:00 pm. Please visit the Class of 2026 Junior Prom Website for additional information, and for a link to the permission slip that must be submitted prior to purchasing a ticket. The Class of 2026 has organized a fundraiser with Princeton Tux; please check out the informational flyer!
A MESSAGE FROM THE PTO...
We'll be celebrating the staff at HVCHS on May 7 with our annual luncheon. Please help us support and celebrate our amazing staff by donating to the annual appeal!
Our next meeting will take place at 9 a.m. on Wednesday, April 16 at HVCHS. All parents and guardians are welcome to attend.
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