HVCHS Alumni Support Students
On Friday, January 10th, more than 25 alumni came back to their HVCHS alma mater to visit with current students. The Alumni Day event took place in the media center during recitation, session three and lunch. Numerous students benefited from speaking with these graduates who shared knowledge and wisdom from their life experiences after high school including college, work, majors, and more. There was a lot of Bulldog pride and camaraderie on display as students interacted with alumni and as our older Bulldogs were able to reconnect with old friends, staff, and teachers! We sincerely appreciate the alumni who participated and the staff who worked to make this great event a success for our students. Thank you!
Junior College Planning Night Thursday, January 16th at 7 pm
The school counseling department is pleased to invite all 11th grade students and their parents/guardians to attend a presentation about the college application process. This event will be hosted by Corrine Rutt, PreK-12 Supervisor of Counseling and will take place on Zoom at 7 pm on January 16th. Preregistration is required. Please click here to register.
Additionally, school counselors are actively engaged in classroom presentations and individual post-high school planning for juniors.
Attention: Students Who Have Earned the Seal of Biliteracy
If you are a Senior who has earned the Seal of Biliteracy, you can request a report for colleges to see if you can receive college credit. This report has an associated cost of $20. Here is the link with further details.
Alternatively, students can inquire if a post-secondary institution accepts the Seal of Biliteracy for credit if they send their score report. Students received a copy of this report when when they were notified of their eligibility for the Seal of Biliteracy.
FREE SAT Practice Exam
When: Saturday, February 1, 2025
Time: 9:00 AM -12:00 PM
Where: Proctored online via Zoom
*Please note that these live exams are proctored in standard time only. If you have been approved for an extended time accommodation, go ahead and register for the exam, then use this self-proctoring guide to walk you through the process of using our on-demand video proctor with extended time.
Step 1: Register here: https://www.revolutionprep.com/partners/2362
Step 2: Schedule a free 30-minute score report review with a Revolution Prep testing expert to help you interpret the results and develop a customized plan to prepare. Please schedule this appointment for the few days after the exam. You can pre-schedule this Score Report Review here: https://www.revolutionprep.com/rich-saperstein
Step 3: Attend the mock exam and instantly receive our best-in-class score report, illustrating three high-impact areas to focus on for each section of the test.
Questions? If you have questions or want to learn more about Revolution Prep, you can reach out to Rich Saperstein at (201) 241-2031 or by email at rich.saperstein@revolutionprep.com.
New Graduation Requirement for the Class of 2025: Financial Aid Application
The state of New Jersey has mandated a new graduation requirement for all students who are on track to graduate in June, 2025. According to this mandate, all 12th grade students and/or their parents/guardians are required to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or the New Jersey Alternative Financial Aid application, or indicate that they refuse to complete one or more of these applications.
We need all parents/guardians of 12th grade students or students who are 18 years or older, to complete this form. Only if you indicate that you DO NOT intend to complete a financial aid application, you must complete, sign and return this document to the school counseling office by the end of February. Paper copies are available in the counseling office.
Living With Teens and Social Media, Thurs. Jan 16th at 8 pm
Teens have always pushed the boundaries of what their parents find acceptable or safe. (We know because we were once in high school ourselves!) Risky behavior is developmentally appropriate for teenagers, but worrying about it keeps us awake at night. What are our teens doing? How can we protect them, and how do we handle the mistakes they will inevitably make? Rather than sex, drugs, and rock and roll, today's families often stress over what they can't see so easily: tech and social media use. And it's complicated by the fact that there are no magic wand solutions to guarantee safety and balanced use.
Moderated by: Sue Thotz, Director of Outreach, Common Sense Media
Featured Speakers: Dr. Lisa Damour, psychologist and best-selling author and Christopher Pepper, health educator and author.
This is most relevant for parents with kids currently on social media or soon to be using those platforms, but all are welcome. More information can be found on this flyer.
Winter Parent Series begins January 22
Hopewell Valley parents and guardians are invited to attend this three-part series of programs created to offer insights and education on relevant issues impacting children, teens and families. Presented by clinicians and experts in their field, parents and guardians will gain valuable tools to help their child build a strong foundation for a positive future. Click here to view the flyer for program topics, dates and time. Click here to register. Space is limited so register TODAY! Questions? Contact the Hopewell Valley Municipal Alliance at hvmunicipalalliance@gmail.com.
HVCHS Scholarship File
Each year our department maintains a file of local scholarships for which seniors may apply. This year's application file will be available in late February, and the deadline for submission will be in mid-March. Further information will be relayed as soon as possible!
As always, contact your counselor with any questions. We are here to support you!
ASVAB on January 22nd
12th grade students who are interested in potentially pursuing a career in the military can opt to take the ASVAB at HVCHS on Wednesday, Jan 22 at 7:45 a.m. The ASVAB helps determine (a) Which service you're qualified to join, (b) Which jobs within that service you're qualified to do, and (c) Where you'll fit best and be most likely to succeed. Students who wish to take the ASVAB should contact their school counselor to sign-up.
FAFSA Help
Completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) can be a time consuming and confusing process. Here are some ways you can get ready:
- Create a StudentAid.gov account
- Compile the documents you may need to complete the FAFSA
- Use the Who's My FAFSA Parent? wizard to identify which parent(s)/guardian(s) will be a required contributor on your form
- Stay informed by following Federal Student Aid on social media or checking their web site frequently
Need more help? This library of videos may be helpful.
HVCHS Clubs & Extracurricular Activities
