Hawk News 1/16/2026

Ferris Bueller said it best: “Life moves pretty fast. If you don’t stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it.” Take a moment to breathe in the time we have together, four years truly is a blink of an eye.

There is a lot happening at Hendrickson. Hawk Cheer will compete at the UIL State competition this weekend as they go for gold. Our annual musical opens next Thursday night, and it’s a show you won’t want to miss. Performances will be held Thursday, Friday, and Saturday at 7:00 p.m. in the PAC.

Also next Thursday, we will welcome all 8th graders to campus to explore Hendrickson High School. That evening, from 5:00–7:00 p.m., we will host our annual Course Fair. Shortly after, students will begin selecting their courses for the 2026–2027 school year. Choosing a path forward is an important decision, so please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have questions or need guidance.

Finally, Monday is a holiday honoring the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., the central leader of the American Civil Rights Movement. His commitment to equality, justice, and nonviolent protest not only led to historic civil rights legislation but also established this day as a national day of service, a time for reflection, community involvement, and carrying forward his dream of a better world. At Hendrickson, we strive to honor that dream every day, and I am proud of the forward-thinking mindset our students consistently demonstrate.

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We are thrilled to partner with you as our students prepare for an exciting 2026-2027 academic

year and beyond! This year, we are enhancing the graduation planning and course selection

process to be smoother, more collaborative, and centered on your student's long-term success.

Student and Family Engagement Events - January 22, 2026

Pfuture Pfreshman Pfair: Current 8th-grade students will experience this exciting event

during the school day. Students will be introduced to the wealth of high school programs,

opportunities, and resources available to them at their zoned high school campus.

8th Grade Family Night: That evening, families of rising 9th-grade students are invited to

the high school campus where your student's program(s) of interest are offered. This is a

chance to learn more about the programs, campus, and high school experience, meet

school staff, and see the facilities.

Course Fair: That same evening, all high school families are invited to their high school

campus for an informative program and course fair. This is a prime opportunity to

connect with staff and explore possibilities for the next school year, including clubs and

organizations.

A Refreshed Course Selection Experience in SchooLinks

The process for selecting courses will be streamlined and focused on family partnership

this year. All rising 9th–12th grade students and their guardians will utilize the SchooLinks

platform to formalize the required graduation plan and make program and course selections for

their high school experience. This detailed planning helps students maximize their academic

and enrichment participation in alignment with their postsecondary and career goals. You will

receive dedicated resources and guidance to support you every step of the way!

This year's process offers unprecedented access and a clear timeframe for planning:

Two-Week Selection Window: The exciting graduation planning and course selection

period in SchooLinks will be open for two full weeks! Students and families must finalize

their selections between January 23rd and February 6th.

Personalized Graduation Plan (PGP) Approval: Parents and guardians of rising

9th–12th graders will also complete a crucial step by February 27: electronically

reviewing and approving their student’s Personalized Graduation Plan (PGP) in

SchooLinks. This partnership is vital to officially approve their high school path.

What can you do to prepare?

Make sure your email address is on file and updated with the campus registrar, as this is

the email to which your guardian SchooLinks account is synced.

Review your student's Would You Rather and Postsecondary Goals in SchooLinks, talk

about their aspirations and goals alongside emerging and in-demand careers and

postsecondary options to help them prepare for these exciting and important decisions.

We sincerely appreciate your partnership in supporting our students as they prepare to take the

next steps in their academic journey. More details will be shared as we enter the spring

semester. If you have any questions, please contact your student’s school counselor—they are

ready to assist you!

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Student IDs must be worn and be visible.

The details of the PfISD policy can be found here.

UIL STATE CHEER (Fort Worth)

Class Talks Class of 2029 10:30 am PAC

Wrestling at Lake Belton

Girls Soccer at Governors Cup

JV Boys Soccer at AISD Tournament

Girls Basketball at Eastview

Boys Basketball vs. Eastview (Unified Night)

Boys Soccer vs. Cedar Creek

UIL STATE CHEER (Fort Worth)

Wrestling at Lake Belton

Girls Soccer at Governors Cup

JV Boys Soccer at AISD Tournament

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MLK Day No School

Boys Basketball vs. Elgin

Boys Soccer vs Bowie at Pfield

Wrestling Dual Meet at Georgetown

High School Course Fair 5 pm - 7 pm

Girls Powerlifting at CHS
MUSICAL, CURTAINS 7 pm PAC

Boys Soccer vs. Elgin

Girls Soccer at Elgin

MUSICAL, CURTAINS 7 pm PAC

Willie's Grill & Icehouse has donated $20 gift cards that will be given out to the Hawk Staff of the Week! Thanks for being an awesome neighbor.

Nobody helps capture and archive all of the action at HHS like Ms. Riemer!

Attention Seniors and Parents/Guardians,

Graduation ordering time is here!

Please take the time to go online & order your graduation items as soon as possible.

Items can be ordered individually or as a graduation package as seen online.

We ask that orders be placed online by Friday January 30th.

Follow the link to order your items today and Congratulations to the Class of 2026!!

Sweet treats for your Sweets! Senior Celebration is still raising money to put on a memorable after graduation lock-in party! Help us Help the graduates celebrate all their hard work and success. Get your Perfectly Imperfect goods ordered by February 8!

Hendrickson High School has received a grant from the Pflugerville Education Foundation to develop a program to provide vocational opportunities for at-risk students in the 9th and 10th grades. As part of the project, it will launch the JAMII mentor program matching students with mentors from facility, staff, Pflugerville family and community. The program will include more than 20 students.

Part of the project development is to recruit faculty and staff at HHS to become part of this effort.

Project JAMII, a Swahili word pronounced “Jah-MEE-a” that means “community” and “family.”

Research has shown mentoring to be particularly effective for students of color who face environmental risk factors such as poverty. In this context, JAMII will be explored as one component of the overall remedy to issues and shortfalls of students at HHS.

School-based mentors can be critical for students’ success. Yet not every student who needs a mentor has one, and not every educator knows how to be a mentor.

That’s why it’s important for schools to be intentional in facilitating opportunities for school staff to develop mentorship relationships with students, experts say—especially now, amid the academic and social-emotional fallout of the pandemic and the youth mental health crisis.

JAMII Mentoring Program orientation is on January 21, 2026 from 5:30 to 6:30pm in the HHS main conference room.

Complete the Mentor Application here.

Dear Senior Parents and Guardians,

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is officially open for the Class of 2026! Completing the FAFSA is the most important step in securing financial aid for college, trade school, or career training programs.

This application determines eligibility for:

• Federal grants (money you don’t repay)

• Work-study opportunities

• Low-interest federal student loans

• Many state and college-specific scholarships

How the FAFSA Works This Year:

1. The student begins the FAFSA with their own username and password.

2. The student will then invite one parent/guardian (called a “contributor”) to log in with their own username and password.

3. That parent completes their section, and then the FAFSA is submitted.

Important: Only one parent needs to fill out the FAFSA. Which parent is used depends on the family situation:

• Married parents (to each other): Both parents’ information is included, but only one parent logs in as the contributor.

• Divorced/separated parents: Use the parent the student lived with most in the past 12 months (or who provided more financial support).

  • If that parent is remarried, the stepparent’s info must be included too.

• Single, never married parent: Only that parent’s info is needed.

Why act quickly?

• Some financial aid is awarded on a first-come, first-served basis.

• Many colleges require the FAFSA on file before awarding scholarships.

• Even if you don’t think you qualify, it’s still worth completing.

• You’ll need your 2024 tax information to complete the form.

Click here to begin!

GT Referral Process - Click Here

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Students must provide completed permit agreement, valid drivers’ license, proof of insurance, and $25 annual fee (paid by cash or check). Permit should be affixed on the front windshield, inside lower right-hand corner and must be in original, purchased condition. Students may park only in the general student parking lots (A, B & C) located on the southwest part of the property as well as the lots located near the athletic Fieldhouse and tennis courts. Students are strictly prohibited from parking in Faculty Parking areas and will be ticketed and/or immobilized (booted). Citations for not having a permit are $25 and parking in non-student areas are $15. Also seniors who have bought parking spots have exclusive rights to the space during school hours.

Email: Michael.Grebb@pfisd.net

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