Hawk Happenings
August 14,2026
As part of our ongoing commitment to safety and security, FHPS is introducing a new visitor management system in all of our schools this November. The system keeps track of who is in our buildings at all times, so we can continue providing a safe and welcoming environment for students, staff, and families.
When you visit any FHPS school during the school day, there are two important things to remember:
Always enter through the main entrance and check in with the office staff.
If your visit will take you beyond the main office, for example, to volunteer or read to a class, bring a valid government-issued ID, such as a driver’s license or state ID.
If you’ll be going beyond the office, here’s what to expect when you arrive:
Enter the secure vestibule area inside the main school entrance. Press the security door buzzer, and proceed to the main office. Scan your ID using the designated iPad and follow the directions posted at each iPad kiosk. If you need assistance, an office member can help you.
Scan your ID at the kiosk each time you visit.
The system reads your name, photo, and date of birth from your ID. It then runs a brief background check against the sex offender registry and any flags or local alerts entered by school personnel.
Once you’re cleared, the kiosk prints a visitor sticker. Visitors must wear their sticker where staff can easily see it throughout their visit, so staff knows you’re an approved visitor.
Before you leave, return your sticker to the front office and quickly scan out.
The entire check-in process typically takes less than 30 seconds.
Not every visit requires scanning in. If you’re stopping by briefly to drop off or pick up a student, or to make a delivery, you won’t need to use the system. FHPS employees also won’t scan in, because all district staff are already required to wear their FHPS ID badge at all times, enter through the main office, and check in with office staff before going further into the building. Furthermore, for larger school events, the check-in process will be more streamlined and communicated to families prior to these events, such as class parties or school fundraising walks, to name a few.
Behind the scenes, the new system replaces paper sign-in sheets with a secure digital process. It keeps a real-time record of everyone on campus, including when each visitor arrives and leaves. It also connects with PowerSchool, our student information system, and can generate reports for building administrators. If a visitor is flagged, the system immediately alerts an administrator so they can respond quickly and discreetly.
Most importantly, remember to bring your government-issued ID every time you plan to go beyond the school office. Our front office staff is always willing to assist. Thank you for your partnership in keeping our schools safe and welcoming for everyone.
Fetch some new favorites! PRIDE Pup sWAG is on sale now through Nov. 30, with youth and adult sizes and holiday-ready gifts. Support Bronx and the FHPS PRIDE Pup program! All proceeds benefit our pups. Shop now: grmifullypromoted.chipply.com/pridepupspopup.
Check out our new FHPS Odyssey of the Mind website today and get your student registered for the new season! If your student loves science, acting, engineering, sewing, literature, creating music, being curious and working with a team, Odyssey of the Mind is a perfect activity to explore those interests in a competitive environment. For more information please visit the website at https://sites.google.com/fhps.net/fhpsom/
If you are ready to sign up, please use this link to register
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfKlPohY6_ak4s7MWQAe0DvWluGjxcv7kQGNCQ-Kokoat8a8w/viewform
Questions? Your OM Coordinator is Carol Brown - cbrown@fhps.net
Forest Hills Northern's talented students are bringing this fan-favorite musical to life November 19–21 at the Forest Hills Fine Arts Center! Performances are Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 7 PM and Saturday at 3 PM and 7 PM. Don't miss this high-energy show filled with music, dancing, and Wildcat spirit!
Tickets are on sale NOW at FHFAC.Ludus.com or at the FAC Box Office, Monday–Friday, 9 AM–4:30 PM. GO WILDCATS!
FOREST HILLS NORTHERN PRESENTS
Disney's HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL
20 YEARS ANNIVERSARY
NOVEMBER 19–21, 2026
Thursday, November 19 – 7:00 PM
Friday, November 20 – 7:00 PM
Saturday, November 21 – 3:00 PM & 7:00 PM
FOREST HILLS FINE ARTS CENTER
TICKETS ON SALE NOW!
Purchase tickets at FHFAC.Ludus.com
OR stop by the box office
Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–4:30 PM
Mark your calendars! On Friday, November 6, 2026, all FHPS 3rd graders are invited to the Fine Arts Center from 9:30 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. for the free "You Belong Here" Experience, hosted by the District Shared Voices Committee.
During this special event, 3rd graders will explore meaningful ways to strengthen their school community. Students will learn what impacts a sense of belonging, how to foster inclusion in their own school buildings, and how to bring these important lessons back to their peers.
Permission slips will be sent home on October 5th.
