Providence Hall High School

We are entering a full and engaging week at Providence Hall with several important reminders and events for our students and families. This week includes ADVANCED ACADEMICS NIGHT, PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES, opportunities to support our HOSA BLOOD DRIVE, and a SPECIAL VALENTINE'S DAY SURPRISE FOR STUDENTS.

Please note that this THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 12, will be the final NON-FRIDAY EARLY OUT DAY of the year, and we will be following our regular Friday early out schedule. We also want to remind families that there will be NO SCHOOL THIS FRIDAY OR THE FOLLOWING MONDAY, giving students a well-earned long weekend. With so much happening, we encourage you to review this week’s announcements carefully so you don’t miss anything.

Please take a moment to review this week's Principal's Update, as it includes important information.

Choose to have a great week, Patriots!

Melissa McPhail
PHHS Principal

One of the most important foundations for self-awareness and emotional regulation is learning to separate what happens from who you are. Grades, wins, losses, and mistakes are experiences, not identities. When students connect their value to results, emotions can swing quickly and reactions often follow. Self-awareness grows when a student can recognize that a disappointing outcome does not define their character or potential. This skill helps students stay grounded and respond thoughtfully instead of emotionally.

This matters because how students interpret setbacks directly affects how they manage stress and frustration. When a mistake feels personal, it is harder to stay calm, learn from feedback, or move forward. When outcomes are viewed as information instead of judgment, students remain open and resilient. As Yoda famously said, “The greatest teacher, failure is.” Failure can only teach us, though, when we do not allow it to decide our worth.

A simple way to practice this skill is by paying attention to language. Saying “I didn’t understand this yet” instead of “I’m bad at this” keeps the focus on learning. Noticing what went wrong without attacking yourself helps emotions settle and makes it easier to adjust and try again. Over time, this habit builds confidence that does not disappear when things go differently than planned..

Students, Try This:

Talk about what happened without labeling yourself
Pause before reacting when something goes wrong
Ask what you can learn or change next time

Remember that one result does not define you

Parents & Guardians, Try This:

Focus praise on effort and growth, not just outcomes
Model healthy self-talk after mistakes
Encourage reflection instead of rushing to fix the problem
Remind students often that their worth is not tied to performance

Mon. February 9: 2026-2027 Course Cards Due!
Tue. February 10: After School Math Credit Recovery Help & Tutoring (Rm. 246, 3:15 - 5:15pm) // Advanced Academics Night (Library, 7:00 - 8:30pm)
Wed. February 11: Blood Drive & Parent Teacher Conferences (3 - 7pm)
Thur. February 12: Non-Friday Early-Out Day // Valentines Dress Down // Parent Teacher Conferences (1:30 - 4:00pm) // Spring Sports Parent Meeting (Gym, 5pm)
Fri. February 13: Teacher Comp Day (No School) // Away Boys State Basketball
Sat. February 14: Away Girls State Basketball

Mon. February 16: Presidents Day (No School)
Tue. February 17: After School Math Credit Recovery Help & Tutoring (Rm. 246, 3:15 - 5:15pm)
Fri. February 20: Midterm Deadline
Sat. February 21: Attendance School (Rm. 218, 9 - 11am) // Math Credit Recovery Help & Tutoring (Rm. 246, 9 - Noon)
Tue. February 24: After School Math Credit Recovery Help & Tutoring (Rm. 246, 3:15 - 5:15pm)
Fri. February 27: Literary Journal Submissions Due
Sat. February 28: Math Credit Recovery Help & Tutoring (Rm. 246, 9 - Noon)
Tue. March 10: Junior ACT Testing Day (No School for 9th, 10th, & 12th Grade Students)
Thur. March 25: End-of-Term Deadline & End of 3rd Term
Fri. March 26 - April 3: Spring Break (No School)

Students in Mr. Seabury’s and Mrs. Morris’s U.S. History classes researched a wide range of World War I topics and created engaging, creative presentations to showcase their learning. Through this project, students practiced essential skills such as research, source evaluation, report writing, and public speaking. Many students found inventive ways to teach their topics, exploring subjects like knitting codes for secret messages, artillery trajectories, mines and tanks, the Christmas Truce, advances in plastic surgery, and the role of musical instruments during the war.

Parents and students are invited to attend Parent-Teacher Conferences (PTC) on Wednesday, February 11, from 3:00–7:00 p.m., and Thursday, February 12, from 1:30–4:00 p.m.

Teachers will be stationed at desks outside their classrooms and will share important feedback regarding student progress.

Please see the poster below for more information about Wednesday’s Blood Drive.

We love our PHHS students and are excited to gift you a free Dress Down Day for Valentine’s Day on Thursday, February 12!

Are you interested in early graduation, advanced diplomas, academic letters, dual enrollment through SLCC or MTech, pathways, cords, AP and CE classes, and more?

Join us for Advanced Academics Night on Tuesday, February 10, from 7:00–8:00 p.m. in the Library.

If your student is earning low grades in math, struggling to complete math homework, or needs support with math credit recovery, we encourage them to attend after-school math tutoring on Tuesday, February 10, in Room 246, from 3:15–5:15 p.m.

Two PHHS teachers will be available to provide support and assistance.

Current 9th, 10th, & 11th grade students were given course cards to choose their 2026 - 2027 classes last Monday.

These Course Cards are due Monday!

All Spring Sports tryouts begin on Monday, February 9.

For more information about spring sports, please attend the Spring Sports Information Meeting on February 12 at 5:00 p.m. in the gym.

If you have a talent and want to show it off at the annual school Talent Show, auditions will be held after school in the cafeteria on February 17.

Please contact Coach Olsen-Baker or a member of the Dance Team for more information.

Please support our PHHS students by visiting the Art Show in the Library during Parent-Teacher Conferences.

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Lunch Balance Fundraiser

Last year, Providence Hall students had over $6,000 in unpaid lunch balances. Every family’s journey is unique, but together we can make a big difference! Your donation—no matter the size—will go directly toward reducing student lunch debt across all three schools. Help us make sure every Patriot has a healthy meal and the energy to learn and succeed. Join our No-Fuss Fundraiser and help support our students. Every dollar fills a tray and fuels a mind! Click the image below or use the following link to donate: https://sfnd.io/qnjw5

March 1: UVU, SUU, Utah Tech, Snow, BYU-I Scholarship Deadline
March 1: USU Admissions Deadline
March 20: Opportunity Scholarship Application Deadline
April 18: Prom
April 24: Make-Up Packets Due
May 11 - 15: Senior Week
May 15: Seniors Last Day (Breakfast & Elm. Parade)
May 19: Senior Awards Night (Invitation ONLY) & Senior Activity Night (ALL Seniors)
May 21: Mandatory Graduation Practice (PHHS Gym, 3pm)
May 22: Graduation (PHHS Field, 10am)

Class of 2026 College & Post High School Information

The purpose of this Newsletter is to keep students, parents, and guardians informed on key updates and important milestones as students prepare for life after high school.

Opportunity Scholarship Information

Ken Garff Keys to Success

Providing students with an accessible tool, Keys to Success enables users to discover, connect to, and endeavor to achieve future possibilities. There are several scholarships available to Utah students through this program.

More information: https://www.ktsutah.org/

Deadline: varies

Out-of-State Scholarship

At Fawell & Fawell, we understand the issues that affect students who travel to other states to attend college, and we have created a scholarship program to provide assistance for these students. Through the Fawell & Fawell Out-of-State Student Scholarship, we award $1,000 each semester to a qualified student who will be pursuing educational opportunities in a location outside of the state where they attended high school or where their parents currently live. Scholarship winners can use this money to pay for tuition, housing, other educational costs, or transportation-related expenses.

More information: https://www.fawelllaw.com/scholarship

Deadline: February 9, 2026

Scholarships for Military Children

The Scholarships for Military Children Program was created to recognize military families' contributions to the fighting force's readiness and to celebrate the commissary's role in the military family community. The Scholarships for Military Children program is open to unmarried military dependent children under the age 23 who possess a valid Uniformed Services Identification (USID) card. In addition, a student's parent(s)/sponsor(s) must be one of the following: active duty, reserve/guard, deceased, or retired from the Army, Marine Corps, Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard, or Space Force.

More information: https://fisherhouse.org/programs/scholarship-programs/scholarships-for-military-children/

Deadline: February 11, 2026

American Council of the Blind Scholarships

The American Council of the Blind’s (ACB) Scholarship Program was established in 1982. The American Council of the Blind (ACB) in partnership with other organizations and individuals, offers educational scholarships ranging from $2,000 to $7,500 for entering freshman, undergraduate and graduate students, and those attending technical college. This program awards students with scholarships to help with post-secondary education financial needs such as tuition, fees, room and board and other additional costs associated with assistive technology. To be eligible for a scholarship, applicants need to be legally blind, maintain a 3.0 GPA to be eligible for most scholarships, be a full-time student or a part-time student who works at least 32 hours per week, and be involved in their school and local community. Scholarships are awarded to students who attend post-secondary institutions in the United States.

More information: https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/29558/american-council-of-the-blind-scholarships

Deadline: February 14, 2026

Dell Scholars

The Dell Scholars program helps you earn your degree and launch your career. Each year, 500 students nationwide become Dell Scholars, gaining financial assistance, academic advising, career coaching, and a team of dedicated experts who support them every step of the way. 500 Dell Scholars selected annually nationwide. Winners receive $20,000 flexible scholarship for tuition, housing, books, and living expenses; Includes a laptop, book credits, and access to emergency funds; Provides academic advising, career coaching, and personal support throughout college; Focused on helping students persist through challenges and earn their bachelor’s degree. Applicants must be Pell Grant eligible; have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.4 on a 4.0 scale; demonstrate motivation, perseverance, and a clear sense of purpose.

More information: https://www.dellscholars.org/

Deadline: February 15, 2026

Robert Mack Scholarships

Students pursuing undergraduate, graduate or vocational courses of study in the field of healthcare engineering may complete our application. The selection of a field of study must be related to healthcare engineering. Fields of study may include (but not limited to) Mechanical, Electrical, or Structural Engineering, Plant Operations, Facility Management, Project Management, Architecture, HVAC, and Biomedical Engineering.

More information: https://robertmacksf.org/application.html

Deadline: February 15, 2026

Horatio Alger Scholarship
There are two scholarships available– one for juniors and one for seniors! The Horatio Alger Association is one of the nation’s largest need-based scholarship programs for high school students who have overcome significant adversity and are committed to earning a bachelor’s degree. High school students with financial need who display integrity, perseverance, and a clear determination to turn challenges into opportunities to pursue their American Dream, should consider applying for the scholarship.
More information: https://horatioalger.org/scholarships-and-services/undergraduate-scholarships/
Deadline: Seniors– February 15, 2026; Juniors– March 1, 2026

Connex Foundation Scholarship

The purpose of the Connex Foundation Scholarship is to assist individuals who are exploring the study of skilled trades or multi-site facility management with the end goal of advancing their career in this field. The scholarship serves to promote the multi-site facilities industry by attracting high school, college-level, career transitioning, adult re-entry, and veteran students into the field of study and encouraging their pursuit with financial support. The Connex Foundation will award scholarships up to $5,000 each in 2026 to individuals pursuing a career in the skilled trades (example: electrical, plumbing, welding, HVAC, carpentry), construction and/or facility management industry. The scholarships will be awarded to deserving Canadian individuals and deserving U.S. individuals.

More information: https://www.connexfoundation.org/scholarship-opportunities/

Deadline: February 15, 2026

Knight Essay Scholarship

The National Society of the Sons of the American Revolution (SAR) invites all high school students (9th through 12th grades) interested in the American Revolution to participate in the George S. & Stella M. Knight Essay Contest. The contest is open to all US Citizen and Legal Resident students attending home schools, public, parochial, or private high schools in that same grade range. To participate, students must submit an original 800- to 1,200-word essay based on an event, person, philosophy or ideal associated with the American Revolution, Declaration of Independence, or the framing of the United States Constitution. Each student’s essay will be judged based upon its historical accuracy, clarity, organization, grammar and spelling, and documentation.

More information: https://www.sar.org/george-s-stella-m-knight-essay-contest/

Deadline: varies by region– reach out to local chapter for more information

Sheet Metal Scholarships

The advancement of education throughout the unionized sector of the sheet metal industry must receive the highest priority to ensure full participation in an expanding world economy. In support of that objective, the Sheet Metal Workers’ International Scholarship Fund awards 34 scholarships in the amount of $6,000 per year* for up to four years for full-time undergraduate study at any accredited college or university. Two of these scholarships may be awarded to participants and their eligible dependents that are enrolled in an undergraduate course in Mechanical Engineering and Architecture. In general, eligibility for a scholarship under the Fund or Foundation requires that an applicant be an active member of SMART’s former SMWIA, a covered employee or a dependent spouse or child under the age of 25 of a SMART/SMWIA member or covered employee. The applicant must also be a full-time student or be accepted to be a full-time student at an accredited college or university.

More information: https://www.smart-union.org/why-join-smart/scholarships/sheet-metal-scholarship-programs/

Deadline: February 15, 2026

Tailhook Educational Foundation Scholarship

TEF awards over 100 scholarships annually averaging more than $4,600 per grant with our top grant awarded at $20,000 per year. A number of our TEF grants are awarded to students pursuing STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) curriculum. All TEF grants assist Naval Aviation legacy undergraduate students obtain a higher education. Applicants must be high school graduate and child or grandchild of a current or former Naval Aviator, Naval Flight Officer, or Air-crewman - Or - Children/grandchildren of individuals who served onboard a U.S. Navy aircraft carrier, - And - Accepted for undergraduate enrollment at an accredited college.

More information: https://www.tailhook.net/scholarship-application

Deadline: February 16, 2026

McDonald's HACER National Scholarship

The McDonald's HACER National Scholarship Program offers scholarships to up to 30 outstanding students from all over the country. It continues to provide educational opportunities to help narrow the gap that exists for Hispanic and Latino college-bound students, further reinforcing McDonald’s long-standing commitment to feeding and fostering the diverse communities it serves. There are three tiers of funds, aimed to help recipients finance their college tuition. Tier 1 recipients are awarded up to $100,000. Tier 2 recipients receive $20,000 or $10,000 and Tier 3 recipients receive $5,000. Recipients are selected based on their academic achievement, community involvement, personal statement and financial need.

More information: https://www.mcdonalds.com/us/en-us/community/hacer.html

Deadline: February 17, 2026

HBCU Week X AstraZeneca Scholarship

This scholarship is open to students entering an HBCU and majoring in any STEM or supply chain related majors working towards a bachelor’s degree. Students must complete or have completed high school with a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale (unweighted) and be entering their freshman year of college;

Attend a Historically Black College or University (HBCU) for the entirety of their college education;

Demonstrate financial need.

More information: https://www.hbcuweek.org/astrazeneca/

Deadline: February 17, 2026

MathWorks Math Modeling Challenge

The specific real-world problem that is posed each year is unknown to participants until they login during Challenge weekend. It is entirely internet-based, with no registration or participation fees and flexible work time. High school juniors and seniors (U.S.) and sixth form students (England and Wales) are eligible. Winning teams receive scholarship awards totaling over $100,000.

More information: https://m3challenge.siam.org/

Deadline: Register by February 20, 2026

Blue Ocean High School Entrepreneurship Competition

Take Part in the World’s Biggest Virtual Entrepreneurship Competition for High School Students! Watch the webinar and complete the Blue Ocean mini-course to learn about Blue Ocean thinking. Check out previous winners and pitches for inspiration. Think of a real-world problem that no one has solved before and create a blue ocean business idea to solve it. Use the provided templates to structure your pitch and record a five-minute video.

More information: https://blueoceancompetition.org/compete/

Deadline: February 22, 2026

Coast Guard Exchange Scholarship Program

Recognizing the value of education and the benefits it brings to the Coast Guard Family, the Coast Guard Exchange (CGX) Scholarship Program was established to provide additional financial resources to dependent children of Coast Guard personnel embarking on undergraduate college/university studies. CGX scholarships are awarded based upon academic achievement, accomplishments, interests, participation, and demonstrated leadership in both school-oriented and community/volunteer activities.

More information: https://www.coastguardmwr.org/cgx-scholarship

Deadline: February 28, 2026

Live Hannah’s Hope Scholarship

Live Hannah’s Hope exists to empower youth and reduce suicide through research, education, awareness, and advocacy. The Hannah Warburton Resilience Award is a $500.00 cash award established for Utah high school seniors who have shown resilience in overcoming difficult obstacles to completing their high school education.

More information: https://livehannahshope.org/
Deadline: February 28, 2026

Elizabeth Garde National Scholarship

The Danish Sisterhood of America is very proud of its Scholarship and Grants Programs, which are available to members of the Danish Sisterhood and their children, regardless of age. Applicants must be a Danish Sisterhood member or the child of a Danish Sisterhood member in good standing for a minimum of one year prior to the application deadline; Have a grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale; Be a post-high school student or graduate student seeking a degree in nursing or other medical profession.

More information: https://www.danishsisterhood.org/scholarshipsandgrants

Deadline: March 1, 2026

Utah Jiffy Lube Teen Driver Scholarship Program
The Jiffy Lube "What Drives You?" High School Scholarship program is a unique opportunity to pursue your interests, goals and ideas. A simple 500 words about what drives you? Four finalists will be selected in both categories from the 500 word "What Drives You?" essays. Each finalists will be guaranteed a $1500 award and then will create and submit a unique 1-2 min. video that expands on their essay in their own candid words, visuals, etc. The overall $6,500 scholarship winner will be chosen from these videos.
More information: https://yourturn2apply.com/utah.htm
Deadline: March 9 or April 13, 2026

Stossel Essay Contest

Each year, middle and high school students have the chance to make their case on big ideas — and compete for cash prizes. This year, we award over $12,000 to students. Choose one of this year’s prompts and build your case. Read the summaries, then click to see the full prompt and suggested starter resources.

More information: https://stosselintheclassroom.org/essay-contest/

Deadline: March 13, 2026