Inside Scoop

Hello, Hawks:

We are in September, so the short honeymoon period that August gives us is over! If you're new to HHS - that includes new families - you're finding out very quickly how busy the Hawks are. This weekend is a perfect example - JV cross country, football versus Chief Sealth, Husky Band Day at University of Washington, and a home girls soccer game. That doesn't include the tennis, golf, and volleyball that had matches this week 🫠🫠🫠

Our Hawks are busy.

Today, all classes met during Focus to discuss plans for Homecoming Parade floats. Each class is responsible for putting a float together for the parade on September 26. Leadership students for each class should have sent out either a Google Form or sign up sheet to generate interest. We also need your help. Please check out the information below from our ASB Advisor, Kasey Powers.

Here's what you'll find in the Scoop:

• Homecoming Parade Float Help Needed
• Counselor, College, and Career Information
• NHS Application Information
• Yearbook Information for Seniors
• Knowledge Bowl Team Information
• PSAT Information
• Athletics (New Website)
• AAA Booster Information
• Band Update

If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out to me at tim.fox@hocksd.org. Thank you for your support!

Go Hawks! #Elevate

Sophomore and Freshmen Parents:

We need your help! HHS is starting a new tradition this year during Homecoming! We will be holding a parade after school on September 26 that will begin at the Middle School and Finish in the Parking lot by the football stadium.

Each class (Seniors, Juniors, Sophomores, Freshmen) will have a float in the parade. The theme is "Once a Hawk Always a Hawk". Here is where we would like your help. We need two trucks and trailers (1 for the Freshmen class float and 1 for the Sophomore class float). We would need the trailers for the week of September 21-27. The students will need several days to decorate.

Please contact Kasey Powers kasey.powers@hocksd.org (ASB Coordinator). Any help will be greatly appreciated. Students are looking forward to kicking off a new tradition!

If you are a sophomore, junior, or senior and are interested in NHS (National Honor Society), download the application below!

Seniors - BIG year! Please review this information, as it has to do with Senior portraits, quotes, and ads for the yearbook.

Join our Knowledge Bowl Team! There is an informational meeting on Tuesday, September 9 during Focus in Mrs. Brinkman's room (331).

PSAT/NMSQT Test for Juniors - Important Information

All juniors will be taking the PSAT/NMSQT on October 21st from 9am to noon. This is a great opportunity for their future success, and it is completely free for all juniors this year.

• Fast Facts About the PSAT/NMSQT

• The Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT) is structured similarly to the SAT.

• It has the same sections and timing, and measures the Reading and Writing and Math skills needed to succeed in college and career.

• It's given throughout October. Schools decide who can take it and when.

• Why Take the PSAT/NMSQT?

• The Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT) is more than good practice for the SAT, and the scores are more than just a number. With your results you can:

• See Your Progress

• If you've already taken the PSAT 8/9 or PSAT 10, you'll be able to track your improvement.

• Set a Target

• With insights about your knowledge and skills, set your own target SAT score.

• Get Your AP Potential

• Access personalized recommendations about AP courses that are a good fit.

• Enter the National Merit Scholarship Program

• Students who take the PSAT/NMSQT and meet other program entry requirements specified in the PSAT/NMSQT Student Guide will enter the National Merit Scholarship Program, an academic competition for recognition and scholarships conducted by National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC).

• Help Pay for College

• Scholarship partners use the PSAT/NMSQT to find students qualified to apply for their programs. These organizations give out over $300 million in combined awards every year.

If your student is not on campus in the mornings, (Running Start students, Cascadia Tech, HVA) we can arrange for them to come to the high school at 9am to take the PSAT/NMSQT. Please ensure they bring their Chromebooks as the test is digital.

If you do NOT want your student to participate in the PSAT/NMSQT on October 21st, kindly fill out the attached Google form.

Sophomores can also take this exam on October 21st for a fee of $25, if they wish to join the Juniors during this time.

Fall Sports are off and running! If you haven't done so already, check out our new Athletics website here.

If you're ready to see some action, Hawks Football scrimmages Hudson's Bay and Mark Morris tonight at Kiggins Bowl at 7pm. FREE

Check out the AAA Booster Update here!

Also, if you are able and willing, there are volunteer opportunities in concessions. Thank you for your support!

Did you know? The annual AAA Booster Auction is going back to in-person this year!

Tune into the BIG10 Network or purchase tickets to the Huskies game is. UC Davis @ 8pm on 9/6 to see the HHS band perform on the field at Husky Stadium during halftime.

https://www.gofevo.com/event/huskyband25hockinson

Support the Band's Southern California Performance Tour by visiting our car wash on Saturday 9/13 @ HCC 10am-2pm.

Email: tim.fox@hocksd.org
Website: https://hhs.hocksd.org/
Location: 16819 Northeast 159th Street, Brush Prairie, WA, USA
Phone: 360-448-6450
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HockinsonHS/